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Directed by: Glynis Leyshon

Written by: Kate Hennig

Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein

Set Design: Scott Reid.

Lighting Design: David Fraser

Costume Design: Heather Moore

Photo: Benjamin Laird

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Directed by: Glynis Leyshon

Written by: Kate Hennig

Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein

Set Design: Scott Reid.

Lighting Design: David Fraser

Costume Design: Heather Moore

Photo: Benjamin Laird

Jobs (Edmonton): 2025 Lee Playwright in Residence – U of A Department of Drama

Jobs (Edmonton): 2025 Lee Playwright in Residence – U of A Department of Drama

The U of A Department of Drama is delighted to announce that they are now accepting applications for the position of 2025 Lee Playwright in Residence.

The University of Alberta’s Department of Drama is seeking an experienced Playwright in Residence for a 12-month term,



dedicated to both creative development and supporting Edmonton’s playwriting community.

We are looking for a playwright with a proven record of skilled productions who can offer dramaturgical guidance to playwrights at all stages of their careers while advancing their own creative work. This residency is a unique opportunity to develop new work while fostering the next generation of Canadian playwrights in a dynamic, creative setting.

- Duration: 12 months (July 2025 to June 2026)
- Compensation: $60,000 (CAD) per year + benefits
- Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada
- Teaching: This is not a teaching position

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