The Spinsters

The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous step-siblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive?… Victims?

The Spinsters is a seductive feast featuring mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. It’s a deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada.

Assistant Stage Manager - Claire Brown

Conceived, written & performed by Christine Lesiak & Tara Travis

Directed by Jan Selman

Movement and choreography by Ainsley Hillyard

Puppetry direction by Jeny Cassady

Dramaturged by Suzie Martin

Head concept & costume design by Adam Dickson with Ian Walker

Set and prop design by Ian Walker with Adam Dickson

Mechanical design and special effects by Ian Walker

Puppet and wig design by Dusty Hagerüd with Steven Snider

Lighting design by Jude Weismiller

Original composition and sound design by Michael Caron | Closing music arranged and performed by Lindsey Walker

Production management and technical direction by Kat Evans

Stage management by Nico Dicecco

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