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Gwendolyn Collins

Gwendolyn Collins (she/her) is a theatre and film actor, writer, producer, devised theatre creator and the Co-Artistic Producer of One Trunk Theatre based on Treaty 1 Territory in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has extensive experience overseeing film and theatrical projects from conception to final presentation. Having co-created many productions with One Trunk Theatre, Theatre Projects Manitoba and Green Kids Inc.
She has performed as an actor professionally for 14 years appearing on stage at Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Prairie Theatre Exchange, Manitoba Theatre for Young People, Winnipeg Jewish Theatre and Theatre by the River. She has toured theatre shows having traveled across the prairies in One Trunk Theatre productions, PTE Munsch shows, for Green Kids Inc, RMTC rural tour and for MTYP. She has taught and facilitated theatre workshops for youth at MTYP, The Winnipeg Storytelling Festival and for Green Kids Inc. She has championed rural collaborations such as Small Town Ghost Stories with artists from Arborg and Talking Roots with artists from Pinawa, Altona, Morden and Neubergthal. Gwen is a graduate of The University of Winnipeg’s BA Honours program in theatre, and has trained with Ghost River Theatre in Calgary.

Hera Nalam

Born and raised in the Philippines, Hera Nalam (she/they) first came to Treaty One Territory at 16 years old. Ever since then she has immersed herself in the local creative platforms all over Winnipeg from music, theatre, film and fashion and is making waves as a true inter-disciplinary artist.
Hera attended the University of Winnipeg and acquired her Bachelor of Arts with Honours for Theatre and Film Performance in 2019. She wowed audiences with her charm when she first performed on school productions at university such as Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Concord Floral and Time and The Conways (University of Winnipeg). Coming out of University, she was quick to book performances all over the city of Winnipeg in theatres including The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Prairie Theatre Exchange, Shakespeare in the Ruins and Manitoba Theatre for Young Audiences. She also dabbles into film and landed gigs including stunt gigs for Escaping The Madhouse: The Nellie Bly Story (2019). She was last seen on screen on Winnipeg's hit Rom-Com of 2020, screening in over 8 theatres across Canada, I Propose We Never See Each Other Again After Tonight when she debuted on film as the lead actress. Hera received high praise from critics all over Canada including the Winnipeg Free Press, The Globe and Mail as well as the National Post. Hera’s performance also earned her a spot in iHeart Radio Ace Burpee’s list of Most Fascinating Manitobans of 2020.

Tanner Manson

Tanner Manson (he/him) is a queer theatre/dance artist and arts manager based in Winnipeg, MB. He is passionate about nurturing relationships & long term collaboration while creating new & exciting work. Famously, Tanner has commitment issues that transcend both his romantic AND career life. He works as a writer, facilitator, director, teacher, producer, performer, and choreographer. He grew up in rural Manitoba and has spent a good portion of his artistic career thus far dedicated to connecting with other rural Manitobans through workshops, performing for/alongside, and creating work with these communities.

Rebecca Driedger

Rebecca Driedger is a versatile creative who is passionate about photography, video production, writing, and art. Their journey as a visual storyteller began in 2013 with the purchase of their first DSLR camera. Initially drawn to nature and wildlife photography, they soon expanded their skills to capture portraits, live events, and dynamic performances, working with musicians, live theatre productions, and organizations like Brandon University, Klinic Community Health, and The Gargoyle Theatre.
While Rebecca's work behind the camera evolved, their love for storytelling remained ever-present.
Now balancing creative writing, design, photography and videography, Rebecca is focused on expanding their craft while preparing for future academic pursuits in creative writing. Whether creating art for fun or crafting stories to inspire others, Rebecca continues to blend their diverse skills into a dynamic and evolving career as a Theatre Creative and Freelance Media Creator.

Kamal Chioua

Kamal is a North African performer, creator, and, lover of the arts. He is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg’s, acting program. He also recently completed two wonderful years at The Village Conservatory. When he’s not gracing the stage Kamal enjoys long walks on the beach, candle light dinners, and late night Shawarma.
Recent Performance Credits Include: The Wizard of Oz (Rainbow Stage), The Velveteen Rabbit (MTYP), and, The Spencer Sisters (CTV)

Josephinen Hall

Josephine graduated from the academy of acting in the spring class of 2009. After devoting a few years to focus on her family and sewing career, Josephine had a sudden move to the town of Pinawa. Once settled in she came to learn that Pinawa is home to the Pinawa Players which is the oldest continuing amateur theatrical group in Manitoba.
Josephine accepted her first roll with the Pinawa Players in 2018 as Insector Goring in Ken Ludwig’s A Games Afoot. Post covid, Josephine was cast in Love, Loss and What I wore by Nora Ephron, Delia Ephron and Ilene Beckerman. In 2023 Josephine played Lucy in Norm Fosters On a First Name Basis. Recently Josephine was cast in the Ken Ludwig production of A Fox on the Fairway as Muriel Bingham.
When she’s not acting, Josephine is behind the camera as an amateur photographer. She can also be found in her private sewing studio designing the latest clothing attire. Wherever she is, her dream to act never fades.

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The Herdsman House in Neubergthal

The Herdsman House in Neubergthal Artist Residence and Guest House is in a national historic Mennonite Street village in Neubergthal, Manitoba, Canada. It is privately owned and operated by Margruite and Paul Krahn and has been hosting artists of various disciplines since 2015. Margruite is a visual artist, curator, and host of the Herdman House. Paul maintains the buildings and acts as soundman and technician.
With the guidance of Restoration Workshop/Parks Canada, and funding support from the provincial heritage governing body, Paul and Margruite restored and renovated the only remaining village herdsman cottage (c. 1880s) in Canada, as well as a 1927 barn into their home, studio, and 140 seat venue.
The Herdsman House facilitates space for visual artists/photographers, writers/playwrights, performing arts, musicians, educators, curators, culture and heritage.

Manitoba - South Central

One Trunk Theatre

One Trunk was created in 2012 as a place to conduct theatre alchemy- mixing the ingredients and tinkering with the process in pursuit of new results- a new discovery of what theatre, and by association the human experience, can be. All of our work is new. One Trunk Theatre has changed and adapted the way we work while constantly asking our favourite question: what else can theatre be?
The purpose of One Trunk Theatre, is to seek the trunk where all artistic disciplines begin and through creation and collaboration, branch out to create innovative performance styles. One Trunk Theatre aims to offer creative spaces, processes and opportunities that allow artists to work to their full potential; and to expand the theatre art form, through collaboration and partnerships with other artists, students, community members and organizations. The process is as important as the product.

All of Manitoba, Manitoba - Winnipeg