{"id":3037,"date":"2025-02-14T08:13:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T12:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/?p=3037"},"modified":"2025-02-14T08:13:59","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T12:13:59","slug":"ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre","title":{"rendered":"Ottawa\u2019s Leading Open-Air Professional Theatre: What Do You Know About Odyssey Theatre?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This is Ottawa\u2019s leading open-air professional theatre, consistently receiving positive reviews from visitors, theatre enthusiasts, and the media. Odyssey Theatre\u2019s mission is to inspire a diverse audience and ignite a love for the performing arts. <a href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/uk\/\">Ottawa Trend<\/a> shares more about one of the most innovative and intellectually stimulating theatres in Canada\u2019s capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a13630933945\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a13630933945\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre\/#From_the_Founding_Moment\" >From the Founding Moment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre\/#The_Theatres_Transformation\" >The Theatre\u2019s Transformation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre\/#The_%E2%80%9CLazzi_Lazzi%E2%80%9D_Show\" >The \u201cLazzi Lazzi\u201d Show<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre\/#A_New_Strategy_for_Odyssey_Theatre\" >A New Strategy for Odyssey Theatre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawa-trend.com\/en\/eternal-3037-ottawas-leading-open-air-professional-theatre-what-do-you-know-about-odyssey-theatre\/#Internship_Program\" >Internship Program<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_the_Founding_Moment\"><\/span>From the Founding Moment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Odyssey Theatre\u2019s artistic journey began in 1986. From its inception, the company stood out as unique in Canada\u2019s theatrical landscape. Its dynamic summer program, \u201cTheatre Under the Stars,\u201d has been widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. Every summer, visitors gather at Strathcona Park along the Rideau River in central Ottawa, drawn by the magic of live theatre under the night sky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Odyssey Theatre\u2019s early productions focused on the classical Italian Renaissance art form. Actors wore masks and performed in the streets, featuring genres rich in social satire and comedy. As audience preferences evolved, the theatre gradually transitioned to creating original plays. A remarkable milestone was the first festival of new plays in 1990, which included contemporary comedies and social satires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Theatres_Transformation\"><\/span>The Theatre\u2019s Transformation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Odyssey Theatre collaborated with Fortuzzi, leading to the involvement of renowned artists from Canada and abroad. This broadened the theatre\u2019s horizons, diversifying its repertoire to include pantomime, puppetry, buffoonery, and clowning. The next logical step was to incorporate a theatrical approach to myths and folktales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From its inception, Odyssey Theatre has been recognized for producing original Canadian plays. Over time, the theatre\u2019s scope expanded significantly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The \u201cLazzi Lazzi\u201d indoor performances;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of new projects and research initiatives;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotion of performance laboratories;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internship opportunities for young artists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Odyssey Theatre\u2019s impact has been officially recognized by the Ontario Arts Council, a key organization shaping the province\u2019s arts scene and audience engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_%E2%80%9CLazzi_Lazzi%E2%80%9D_Show\"><\/span>The \u201cLazzi Lazzi\u201d Show<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The rising popularity of Odyssey Theatre led to the creation of this show. In translation, \u201cLazzi Lazzi\u201d means \u201cjoke,\u201d yet for the actors, it is an intricate physical performance. The show remains widely celebrated for its timeless characters, which have remained relevant even after 400 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This performance has been embraced by prestigious organizations such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Canadian Cancer Society\u2019s Daffodil Ball;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Governor General\u2019s Performing Arts Awards;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The National Arts Centre;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Great Canadian Theatre Company;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The National Gallery of Canada;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Canadian Museum of Civilization;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The UNESCO Conference on Drama in Education;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Canadian Museum of Nature;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Canada Aviation and Space Museum;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Ottawa Community Foundation, among other distinguished organizations and guests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Custom performances are also available for special occasions upon request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_New_Strategy_for_Odyssey_Theatre\"><\/span>A New Strategy for Odyssey Theatre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2008, a new strategy was developed and fully implemented, with the first staged work under this plan being <em>A Guy Named Joe<\/em> in 2009.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artists were brought together for annual masterclasses known as \u201cExplorations.\u201d As a result, a new theatrical festival featuring staged readings was introduced under the name \u201cIn the Works.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internship_Program\"><\/span>Internship Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To become a trainee, applicants must submit a form and attend an interview or audition. Recruitment typically takes place in the summer, with workshops led by renowned Ottawa theatre director Eleanor Crowder. Crowder is also an accomplished writer, actor, and educator, ensuring that participants gain invaluable knowledge and experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The training program includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Acting and performance techniques;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Directing fundamentals;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design workshops;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Theatrical style workshops in <em>Commedia dell\u2019Arte<\/em>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A final project to showcase newly acquired skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Odyssey Theatre seamlessly blends the past and present, ensuring a bright future. Each year, its productions become increasingly captivating, and its actors continue to refine their craft. Whether as an audience member or a performer, every Ottawa resident has the chance to take part in this unique theatrical experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is Ottawa\u2019s leading open-air professional theatre, consistently receiving positive reviews from visitors, theatre enthusiasts, and the media. Odyssey Theatre\u2019s mission is to inspire a diverse audience and ignite a love for the performing arts. Ottawa Trend shares more about one of the most innovative and intellectually stimulating theatres in Canada\u2019s capital. 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