Anna Olkinuora will be running a physical theatre workshop for us on 5 November 2016, 1–4 pm, at the Finnish-British Society (Fredrikinkatu 20 A 9).

During the workshop we will explore our relationship with our own bodies, the space around them, and the relationship between voice and movement; letting ourselves be present in the body and in the moment.

Images, thoughts, text and music are used as stimuli to move our bodies in the way that comes naturally us, find new ways of expressing ourselves and explore ways to possibly incorporate this into stage work.

The workshop is not one particular method one has to rationally or intellectually understand, but a series of excercises taken and developed from various theatre and performing arts practices. We will spend the day exploring creative movement exercises, buto dance, physical theatre games, vocal exercises and holistic movement methods.

The workshop is open to anyone interested in movement or theatre, no previous experience is necessary.  Please wear clothes that you are comfortable moving in and enter the space with an open, playful mind. 

BUY YOUR TICKETS BY 31 OCTOBER

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PLS NOTE The workshop will only take place if there are a minimum of 7 participants. A confirmation email will be sent on 1 November.

For the first time in its history, the Finn-Brit Players will produce a play in association with an American drama group, the Passport Theatre Company of Massachusetts, U.S.A. Tickets are now available for the Helsinki première of Melancholy Play, opening on Wednesday, September 21 at Tunturikadun vierailunäyttämö (Tunturikatu 16, 00100 Helsinki).

Tilly, the central character in the play, is portrayed by Stephanie Carlson, a professional actress and member of Equity U.S. She has extensive experience in New York, Boston and her current home in central Massachusetts. Her last visit to our shores was as a singer on cruise ships! Stephanie’s fellow performers are Demian Stimson as Lorenzo, Mikael Kivimäki as Frank, Hosanna Megumi as Frances, Jess Hollmeier as Joan and John Millar as Julian, all of whom are members of the Finn-Brit Players.

A former director of Melancholy Play described it as “a hilarious and heart-felt comedy about our longing for love and our love of longing. Tilly's quiet sense of joyful introspection is so magical that Frank, Joan, Frances, and Lorenzo fall immediately, and hopelessly, in love with her. But while love triangles are hard enough, love pentagons can get really weird. Melancholy Play is a sexy and mysterious romantic fantasy which follows these lovers on a hysterical journey.”

Join us at Tunturikadun vierailunäyttämö in September for superb drama accompanied by fine music composed specifically for this performance by Matthew Wooller and performed by John Millar on his clarinet.

Tickets 10–15€ are available here.

Join us on 22 October 2016 at Helsinki’s atmospheric ship restaurant Wäiski to celebrate 35 years of the Finn-Brit Players. We’ll have the entire top deck to ourselves from 6 pm–1 am for a fun-filled evening of food, music and entertainment.

Food
We’ll be providing Wäiski’s First Mate’s buffet:
- marinated vegetables, three-cheese salad, Waldorf salad, and bread
- chicken in apple sauce, pork fillet in creamy pepper sauce, and creamed potatoes
- chocolate mousse cake with coffee/tea

Alternatives will be available for those with special dietary requirements.

Drinks can be purchased from the bar – no own beverages.

Entertainment
You'll be providing much of the entertainment for this special evening. A poem, a monologue, a dialogue, a song, a sketch, a joke, a solo or an ensemble... it's completely up to you, but maximum 10 minutes. If you'd like to perform, please provide Zoë with details by 8 October (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

Music
Remember to bring your dancing shoes as a little later in the evening we'll be handing over to the Reinhard band for some live music. Reinhard's inspiring rock music will give you a good reason to get out of your chairs or just enjoy listening to some favourite tunes.

Dressing up
Who’s your favourite entertainer? Ever wished you could be them? Well now’s your chance, as we’re encouraging everyone to come dressed as their favourite entertainer from the world of stage, screen, music or wherever. (N.B. Costumes are optional, so feel free to come dressed however you wish.)

TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY 13 OCTOBER
The catering service requires exact numbers in advance, so all tickets must be purchased by 13 October. Please note that refunds on cancellations will not be issued after 13 October.

FBP members: 25€ *
Non-members: 30€

*Members may purchase two tickets at this price, for themselves and an avec.

Buy your tickets here

We hope to see you all there – both old faces and new!