Le Festival de Théâtre International GLBT de Montréal
3ème saison. Prolongement au 8 octobre, 2006.

"William & James"Un conte comme aucun autre de l'amour non récompensé. Drame - joue en Francais (F) et en anglais (A). Durée de 1h45. Public mature 16+ ans. Hôtel Taj Mahal, 1600 St-Hubert. 21 septembre au 8 octobre. Billets: 15$. et 12$. Écrit par Robert Tsonos, (Receipiant du texte le plus remarquable - La Récolte 2006.), traduction en francais par Genevieve St-Jean. Mise-en-scène de Davyn Ryall (Receipiant de la décoration de scène la plus remarquable - La Récolte 2006.), villagescene.com/WJflink.html Productions Village Scène. Avec: Christian Bugden - James (Receipiant de la performance 1ière rôle la plus remarquable par un acteur - La Récolte 2006), Bruno Laprade - William en francais et Dave Parenteau - William en anglais. Reservations: 450 - 550-7782

Dans l’Angleterre victorienne du 19ième siècle, une rencontre entre deux hommes aristocrates mène à un arrangement domestique plutôt bizarre. Échangeant la stabilité matérielle pour celle domestique, cet engagement condamne les hommes à se livrer une bataille pour la dépendance, le pouvoir et le contrôle.  Une histoire intrigante et provocante qui examine les complexités des relations conjugales et les nombreuses définitions de l’amour.  Langue recherchée, une amusante répartie, et une considérable performance donnent à cette pièce son mordant et son charme.

Octobre: Mercredi le 4 à 20h (F), Jeudi le 5 à 20h (A), Vendredi le 6 à 20h (F), Samedi le 7 à 15h30 (F) et à 20h (A), Dimanche le 8 à 15h30 (A) et à 20h (F). (Les rétardaires seront non-admis.)

“Biss-Ous”
Comédie Dramatique – en Anglais. Durée de 1h45. Agé 14+ ou accompagné d’un adult. With: Tim Hine, Laura Mitchell (Receipiant de la performance la plus remarquable par un acteur décrit, La Récolte 2006), Nathaniel Amranian and Toma Weideman. Prolongement de 3 au 8 Oct. Théâtre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine Est. Métro Berri-UQAM. Billets: 15$. et 12$. Reservations: T.S.C. (514) 284-3939.

Cinq pièces d'un acte - Écrit par Andrew Biss. Produit par Unwashed Grape (Montréal) Paul Hawkins et Laura Mitchell, des enseignants du collège Dawson — travailleront ensemble une fois de plus pour combiner cinq pièces courtes du dramaturge britannique Andrew Biss en une seule. www.unwashedgrape.com
• “Cocktail Conversation” - sur les conquêtes sexuelles.
• “The Replica” - les réflexions d’une épouse violentée.
• “Tis Pity He’s a Whore” - la rencontre d’un garçon à louer et de son client.
• “WYWH” - une mère hantée par la mort de son fils.
• “The Man Who Liked Dick” - des voisins accueillants et les premières impressions.

The Montreal GLBT International Theatre Festival 3rd Edition.

“Shameless” Thursday, 21st 9:00pm & 11:00pm* Cabaret musical comedy – English Length 1h15. Age +18. www.bradhampton.ca Created and performed by Brad Hampton (Toronto). One man’s quest to redefine the inner diva. Accompanied by renowned Canadian mezzo-soprano Jean Stilwell. A cabaret performance that melds tradition with reinvention that is filled with songs about the struggle to survive the many faces of love and the subsequent journey to remove shame from life. *Party with many of the artists from Harvest after the 2nd performance. Cocktail Club Lounge, 1669 Ste-Catherine est. Métro Papineau. Entrance is free. Donations are greatfully appreciated.

“Stripped & Teased” – Hawaii. Spoken-word Stand-up storytelling.  English. Length 1:15.  Age +14. Written and performed by Kimberly Dark www.kimberlydark.com Sex, money, beauty and power.  With strippers it's all about liking to watch, isn't it?  But how will you find yourself in the story?  Even as you watch, you're participating, after all. The stories are real, funny, shocking and brave. Come find out - will you feel stripped or teased? Thr. 21, 19h00; Sat. 23, 17:00; Sun. 24, 15:30; Mon. 25, 19:00; Tue. 26, 21:30. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“Biss-Ous” Dramatic comedy – English. Length 1:50. Age +14. With: Tim Hine, Laura Mitchell (Receipiant of most noteworthy performance by a featured actor.), Nathaniel Amranian and Toma Weideman. Five one-acts written by Andrew Biss - UK. Presented by Unwashed Grape (Montreal) Dawson College Professors Paul Hawkins and Laura Mitchell collaborate, once again to combine 5 short plays into one production. www.unwashedgrape.com

• “Cocktail Conversation” - on sexual conquests.
• “The Replica” - reflections of an abused wife.
• “Tis Pity He’s a Whore” - an encounter between a rent boy and his client.
• “WYWH” - a mother is haunted by the loss of her son.
• “The Man Who Liked Dick” - welcoming neighbours and first impressions.

Thr. 21, 21h00; Wed. 27, 21:30; Thr. 28, 14:00; Fri. 29, 19:00; Sun. Oct. 1, 14:00.  Extended run: Oct. 3 – 8, 20h matinees Sat. & Sun.  14h. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“None of the Above” – Hawaii. Comedy. English. Length 1:30. Age +14. Written and performed by Jennifer Lanier - Many Horses Productions www.JenniferLanier.com A solo comedy on biracial homes, the weirdness of dueling ethnicities, first loves with any gender, creating the perfect lesbian wedding and figuring out which box to check. Who says existential crises can’t be fun? Thr. 22, 19h00; Sat. 23, 19:00; Sun. 24, 13:30; Mon. 25, 17:00. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“David” – Montreal.Dramatic-comedy monologue. English. Length 1:00. Age 16+. A collaboration by Bryn Symonds and Joseph Bembridge (Receipiant of most the noteworthy direction of a production; tied with A:Gender.) Stewart Productions (Receipiant of most the noteworthy promotion campaign.). Featuring Joseph Bembridge as Nick. www.stewart-productions.com A one-man show exploring characterization and themes creating a slightly jaded and sympathetic brat called Nick, who is in the process of understanding himself and his environment. He tells the story of a a back alley sexual encounter with a young man called David.  Fri. 22, 21:30; Sat. 23, 21:30; Thr. 28, 19:30; Sat. 30, 19:30. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“A. Gender” – Press Release – 1,2,3,4 – Manchester UK. Multi-disciplinary comedy. English. Length 1:10. Age +14. Created and performed by Joey Hateley (Receipiant of most the noteworthy solo perfromance.) (Receipiant of most the noteworthy direction of a production; tied with David.). Trans Action Theatre Co. (Receipiant of most the noteworthy production in the festival.) www.panda-arts.org.uk  Delving deep into one of the last remaining taboos in our society. Boys can be girls. Girls can be boys. Men can be women. Women can be men. Or can they? Mixing experimental theatre, movement, video and photography this is a not so typical, yet very topical one-person show about female masculinity and the politics of identity. Bold and unconventional.  Sat. 23rd 15:30, Mon. 25th 21:00, Tue. 26th 15:30 and 19:30, Wed. 27th 19:30. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“What’s Your Problem?”  - N.Y.C. Musical comedy revue – English. Length 1:00. Age +14. A musical revue by Hector Coris and Paul L. Johnson. (Receipiant of most the noteworthy musical production.) Directed by Collette Black With Suzanne Adams, Hector Coris and Eric Martin. (Receipiant of most the noteworthy ensemble performance.) www.hectorcoris.com The goal of this fun-filled, all original, award winning, musical comedy is to save the world from rampant stupidity. Using a variety of musical styles, this hetro-friendly revue features songs about gay cowboys, Rosie O'Donnell, universal health care, revenge and death. A delicious tune-filled treat Cabaret Hotline calls a "must-see show!"  Thr. 28, 21:30; Fri. 29, 21:30; Sat. 30, 17:30 and 21:30. Theatre Ste-Catherine, 264 Ste-Catherine East. Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

“William & James” -  A tale like no other of unrequited love. Montreal. Drama - in English and French. Length 1:40. Age 16+. Hotel Taj Mahal, 1600 St-Hubert; Septembre 25 to October 8. Written by Robert Tsonos (Receipiant of most the noteworthy text Harvest 2006.). French translation by Genevieve St-Jean. Directed by Davyn Ryall (Receipiant of most the noteworthy stage decoration Harvest 2006.). villagescene.com/WJelink.html Village Scene Productions. With: Christian Bugden – James (Receipiant of most noteworthy performance by an actor in a leading role Harvest 2006.). Dave Parenteau – William (E), and Bruno Laprade (F). In mid - 19th century Victorian England, a social encounter between two aristocrats leads them to a bizarre living arrangement. Trading financial and domestic security, the agreement locks the men in a battle for dependence, power, and control. This intriguing and provocative tale examines the complexities of relationships and the definitions of love. Heightened language, a playful repartee, and a considered delivery give this play it's edgy appeal. September: Mon. 25th 20:00 (F), Tue. 26th 20:00 (E), Wed. 27 20:00 (F), Sat. 30th 15:30 (E) & 20:00 (F);October: Sun. 1st 15:30 (F) & 20h (E), Wed. 4th 20:00 (F), Thr. 5th 20:00 (E), Fri. 6th 20:00 (F), Sat. 7th 15:30 (F) & 20:00 (E), Sun. 8th 15:30 (E) & 20:00 (F). Hotel Taj Mahal, 1600 St-Hubert (downstairs conference rooms A & B). Metro Berri-UQAM. Tickets: $15. - $12.

"ScripTease"- Wednesday, 20th 7:30pm to 9:30pm. English and French. Length 1:30.! A VERY SWANK AFFAIR! Age +18. Hosted by Tracey Trash; Annimated by Davyn Ryall with Mama B and the musical rock group DD Swank (Receipiant of most noteworthy performance by a guest artist.). A FUNraising and awareness event to launch the festival; an opportunity to mingle with the performers and enjoy samples of what will be in this year’s Harvest. Cabaret Mado, 1115 Ste-Catherine east. Metros Berri-UQAM or Beaudry. Entrance is free! Donations are greatfully appreciated.

“Radiant Vibes” – Montreal. Musical performing arts – English and French. Length 1:30. Ages +18. Thursday, 28th. Doors open at 20h00, show at 21h00. Created and performed by: Ro. and the Virtuous Villains (Montreal). Ro. and the Virtuous Villains, combine song, dance, and movement into a playful mix of house, electro, and rock, producing pulsating vibes worthy of the dance floor. The night will be a glam-rock performance with drag performers, erotic models, a circus atmosphere with elaborate costumes. Guests: Danielle Hubbard and Maruka, Electro Hoe Live, KIET, DJ and other artists. Exposing oneself to a jeweled vault of life for one night only. An evening of passion, love and flawlessness. UNITY, 1400 Montcalm, metro Beaudry. Entrance: $7. in advance, $10. at the door. (Includes the Unity entrance of $3. for the evening).

MEOW MIX - A Harvest associated event. Ages +18 adults. Entrance is $10*. Doors open at 9:30, show starts at 10:30;DJ 11:30…Festival passes are not accepted. A night for bent girls and their buddies produced by mimproductions. Cabaret performances & party featuring several Harvest festival artists and other gender benders from here & A-broad: Joey Hateley, Jennifer Lenier, Kimberley Dark among other artists, DJ and guest emcee. Saturday, 23rd @ Sala Rossa, 4848 St-Laurent, 2nd floor.