I think when it comes to the arts, and representation to detail - Kelowna actors studio really takes the cake. I used to do theater myself, and am super passionate about keeping the arts alive. The team is kind and the performers talent are immensely showcased on a closely curated stage. Not only have I witnessed some of the best representations of likeminded shows to broadway right in the heart of Kelowna, I've witnessed community unity & kindness displayed from the staff & ownership .
Kelowna actors studio offers vibrancy within a town playing dress up as a city. Their high profile set design to their wholesome 'welcome to our venue' vibe is what theater is.
As a former theater kid, who cries at almost every performance / concert / exhibition I see - I don't know where the art-centric movement of Kelowna would be without Kelowna actors studio. Highly recommend, before I can even...
Read moreDo not volunteer here!! As a volunteer usher, typical duties are to greet, collect admission tickets, direct and assist the patrons attending performances. At no point, are they expected to do the job of the paid staff like serve meals, clean up dishes, pick up trash etc.
But at the Kelowna Actors Studio that is exactly what you are not only expected to do, but informed that in order to receive a thank you, and/or be invited back, that is exactly what you must do!!
Discussing their experience with others who have volunteered at the studio, everyone, without exception, agreed with my parents assessment and even had a few more negatives comments to add.
In over 20 years volunteering as an usher in dozens of venues around the world, my parents have never come across the lack of respect and appreciation that they recently experienced at this theater, and needless to say...
Read moreWent a couple weeks ago to see “Elf the musical” with my husband and parents. It exceeded all expectations. The food was amazing, and the show went above and beyond. All the actors stayed in character throughout, even when one of the elves lost their shoe, she just rolled with it and the show went on without missing a beat. The music and acting were incredible. The menu consisted of an amuse bouche, a salad, the main course (turkey or ham with stuffing, mashed potatoes and veggies, or a vegetarian stuffed pepper lasagna), and dessert (served at the intermission part way though, fabulous idea because it allowed us to have room for it!) dessert was a dark chocolate mousse tree with a caramel center. Definitely worth going to check out the...
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