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The Piano Teacher

Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre (2024) Photo: Dylan Hewlett

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By Dorothy Dittrich
Directed by Simon Miron

Presented by Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
at the Tom Hendry Warehouse
Feb 28 – Mar 16, 2024

 

“Rings true as a heartfelt love letter to the bonds of friendship” – Free Press

After a devastating loss, Erin, a concert pianist, is no longer able to play. Inspired by a chance encounter, she approaches Elaine, a gifted piano teacher, to help her find music again. The weekly sessions start tentatively but soon find a rhythm that enriches the lives of both women.

Scored with exquisite piano music and awarded the 2022 Governor General’s Literary Award for Drama, The Piano Teacher is a moving and lyrical play about love, loss, friendship and the healing power of music.

Director: Simon Miron
Assistant Director / Piano Coach: Jodi Kristjanson
Stage Manager: Margaret Brook
Apprentice Stage Manager: Devon Helm

Lighting Designer: jaymez
Set Designer: Shauna Jones
Costume Designer: Joseph Abetria
Sound Designer: Justin Stadnyk

Featuring
Gwendolyn Collins
Jane Testar
Chris Sousa