Candy Bones Theatre

Discipline: Theatre
Homebase: Vancouver
Regions Available: Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley &, Howe Sound, Vancouver Island Lower, Vancouver Island Mid, Vancouver Island North, Interior, North, Remote, Kootenays, Virtual
Languages: English
Themes: Mental Health
Grant Eligibility: Eligible for 70% AIE

Candice Roberts is 5th generation settler and artist on the ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. She is the artistic director of Candy Bones Theatre, which interweaves physical theatre, music, mask, movement and clowning to devise original and immersive theatre for young audiences. Cultivating anti-oppressive and intersectional understandings are important in Candice's artistic research of creativity, decolonization and connections between self expression, mental health and community. Candice has toured all over North America with her award-winning shows. She has toured her own TYA shows, "Ideas Bobert" and "Oopsie," and as part of The Myrtle Sisters trio, in 300 schools across B.C.

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Performance(s)

Oopsie!

School Year: 22-23
Discipline: Theatre, Dance, Film/Video
Offered Languages: English
Grade Suitability: K - 7
Duration: 45-min + 15-min interactive Q&A
Capacity: 300
Tech Requirements: ability to dim the lights, electrical outlet
Available Formats: In Person, Virtual

Our character, Dr. Professor, is on a quest for an answer to the question, 'Is it ok to make mistakes?" When taking their research to the young experts of the classroom, more than a few foibles cause the Doctor to continuously fail. With help from the students, together they uncover how mistakes can help us learn and make new discoveries. Award-winning inter-arts aficionado Candice Roberts shares this fun and clever story about growth mindset and the creative process through a seamless weaving of shadow puppetry, original music, tap dance and physical comedy in this fun and interactive 60-minute theatrical experience, which includes a 15-min interactive artist talk back. This show is also available as a pre-recorded show with a 30-minute virtual interactive workshop with a Q&A (Zoom, Teams or Google Meet). Candice also offers clowning workshops for students. Inquire for more information. (Discount for multiple shows booked in a day)

Oopsie!

School Year: 23-24
Discipline: Theatre, Dance, Interdisciplinary, Film/Video
Offered Languages: English
Grade Suitability: K - 7
Duration: 45-min + 15-min interactive Q&A
Capacity: 350
Tech Requirements: ability to dim the lights, electrical outlet; performer brings own equipment.
Available Formats: In Person, Virtual

Dr. Professor is on a quest for an answer to the question, "Is it ok to make mistakes?" When taking their research to the young experts of the classroom, more than a few foibles cause the Doctor to continuously fail. With help from the students, together they uncover how mistakes can help us learn and make new discoveries. Award-winning inter-arts aficionado Candice Roberts shares this clever story about growth mindset and the creative process through a seamless weaving of shadow puppetry, original music, tap dance and physical comedy in this fun and interactive 60-minute theatrical experience, which includes a 15-min interactive artist talk back. In addition, "Oopsie," and her other popular TYA show, "Ideas Bobert," are available as pre-recorded performances for classes and schools to watch for the year on the Arts IQ platform at www.artsiq.ca/candy-bones-theatre. For more information and discuss pricing, contact Kim at [email protected].

Workshop(s)

Clowning Workshop - A Fool for Life

School Year: 23-24
Discipline: Theatre, Dance, Storytelling, Interdisciplinary
Offered Languages: English
Grade Suitability: K - 12
Duration: 1 day: 4-5 sessions (45-60 min)
Capacity: 30
Tech Requirements: no tech required just use of the activity room, theatre or gym
Available Formats: In Person

Nothing in life is scripted. Every day we improvise. Unexpected situations call for our focus, presence and immediate improvisation! In this workshop, students will play with their ability to listen to their intuition and honour their impulses in delightful and spontaneous ways. There is no right or wrong; there are NO MISTAKES! This 1-day workshop offers students a variety of fun theatre games and exercises that build physical and emotional awareness, and promotes connection with themselves, their environment and others. They will play with ways that loosen up their comfort in being seen as their whole present selves —sometimes vulnerable and always genuine. Like any social and interactive skill, these can be learned and practiced to help overcome anxieties, recognize non-verbal communication, promote self discovery, mindful risk-taking, team building, critical thinking and creativity. This workshop is offered for 4-5 classes to work with Candice in 1 day. A schedule will be worked out between the artist and school and usually consists of 4-5 sessions that are 45-60min in length. Discounted daily pricing is available for multi-day 3- or 5-day residencies. For more information and discuss pricing, contact Kim at [email protected].

Classroom Residency(ies)

Contact Me: 604-727-4413, Email, Web

Clowning Residency: A Fool for Life!

School Year: 23-24

Nothing in life is scripted. Every day we improvise. Unexpected situations call for our focus, presence and immediate improvisation! In this workshop, students will play with their ability to listen to their intuition and honour their impulses in delightful and spontaneous ways. There is no right or wrong; there are NO MISTAKES! This 1-day workshop offers students a variety of fun theatre games and exercises that build physical and emotional awareness, and promotes connection with themselves, their environment and others. They will play with ways that loosen up their comfort in being seen as their whole present selves —sometimes vulnerable and always genuine. Like any social and interactive skill, these can be learned and practiced to help overcome anxieties, recognize non-verbal communication, promote self discovery, mindful risk-taking, team building, critical thinking and creativity. This workshop is offered as a 3- to 5-day residency. A schedule will be worked out between the artist and school and usually consists of 4-5 sessions with up to 30 students/session that are 45-60 min. in length. For more information and discuss pricing, contact Kim at [email protected].

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Testimonials & Reviews

"All ages will enjoy the fine clown work of the multi-talented Roberts. " Winnipeg Free Press

"A fearless performer!" CBC

"One of the best performances we have had at Central Elementary." Principal, Central Elementary, SD33

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