The Bus Stop Theatre

Live Art Dance presents m/Other
2023-02-17 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | The Bus Stop Theatre, 2203 Gottingen Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K3B5, Canada
m/Other is a duet for mother and son. The dance is simple and challenging: together naked we touch each other and try to “not-feel”. The duration of the dance is the length of a symphony. We hope the work stages many values and questions: The importance of time as a substance, the value of an aged body on stage, the psychic capability to hold one another. Most basically it is an opportunity for a mother and a son to give each other time and attention.
Creators and performers: Benjamin Kamino & Gabby Kamino
General Seating
$25.00 Adults; $22.50 Seniors; $15.00 Students / Arts Worker / Under Waged
Running time 55 minutes
*Content warning: Nudity

JRG Society for the Arts Cabaret
2023-02-20 19:00 - 21:00
Following the success of 2021’s inaugural Disability Atlantic Arts Symposium, The JRG Society for the Arts is thrilled to once again partner with Theatre New Brunswick to bring you an accessible evening of entertainment and community-building.
Hosted by Brian George, this event will feature a lineup of artists who identify as Disabled and have a wide variety of practices. Come for the drag and the drama, but stay for the comedy, poetry, live painting, and so much more! This event will also function as an opportunity for artists who identify as Disabled to come together and connect with one another across disciplines.
This event is 18+ and masks will be mandatory. Performers announcing soon. Tickets by donation.

[IMAGE DESCRIPTION: In the upper left corner, there is an orange logo that contains a camera aperture, eighth note, pencil, and paintbrush in a small circle. Overlaid over this logo is black text that reads: “JRG Society for the Arts.” In the lower right corner is large white text that reads: “2023 JRG Cabaret. February 20, 2023. The Bus Stop Theatre. Halifax, NS.” All of this is on a white and hot pink background, with the two colours broken up by wavy lines of bright yellow and blue.]

Halifax Magic Club: Winter Showcase
2023-02-21 19:30 - 21:30
Come out one and all to another mystical magical showcase in cooperation with Terra Novella Theatre and the magicians of the Halifax Magic Club.
Get out of the cold and into the magic while Halifax’s finest professional and hobby magicians amaze, bewilder and surprise you.
Book your tickets in advance below! Tickets will also be Pay What You Can at the door (suggested $10).
Bring your friends and family and make sure to get here early to grab a seat. Children are allowed to attend although the magic is not targeted at the young ones.
There will be a fantastic bar available for refreshments as well. Doors (and bar) open at 6:30 PM. Show starts at 7:30!
HalifaxMagicClub.com

February Writer's Circle
2023-02-26 16:00 - 18:00
Sign Ups are open for this month’s circle, Sunday February 26th: https://forms.gle/ztfMeP2mLvK4Mbwc6

We had so many folks sign up last month we added a second session AND had a waitlist!
So don’t delay!

The Writer’s Circle is free to attend. You can email writerscircle@thebusstoptheatre.org if you have any questions.
The Bus Stop Theatre Writer’s Circle (formerly the Bus Stop Theatre Playwrights Unit) is an open invite writer’s collective that meets monthly to share writing and feedback. It is designed as an affirming, nurturing space to support the vulnerable practice of sharing new writing. Attend once or come every month – just make sure you sign up in advance because capacity is limited.
The Writer’s Circle will meet in person this month in the Bus Stop Community room (entrance at the back of the building on Maitland Street). Please wear a mask!

If you have the means and you want to support the Bus Stop Theatre in offering more programming like this, we encourage you to buy a membership: https://thebusstoptheatre.org/about/join/
The BST Writer’s Circle is organized by producer Meg Hubley and coordinator Andre Fenton

The Crevice Season 2: Episode 1 Live Taping
2023-03-10 20:00 - 21:30
After the success of its first three-part installment in March 2021, The Bus Stop Theatre Co-Op’s first in-house production The Crevice is back for a new season! To celebrate and prepare for the upcoming new episodes (in March 2023), we’ve released Season 1 at thecrevice.ca. Come revisit all the heartwarming moments and paranoid delusions of our first season; such as the Crevice FM enacting psychological warfare on a hungover Ingrid, Anna’s overt suggestion that her British neighbor is a non-British spy, and Kate’s beautiful rendition of Stardust.
Down in The Crevice, a pair of best friends and their mothers navigate loneliness, alcoholism, dating, and the nefarious presence of the Crevice FM radio station.

Written by Rebecca Falvey
Directed by Meghan Hubley
Live-streamed from The Bus Stop Theatre located in Kjipuktuk (colonially known as Halifax, NS)
TICKETS FOR IN-STUDIO AUDIENCE COMING SOON!
Episode 1 live streams on March 10th at 8pm AST
Episode 2 live streams on March 17th at 8pm ADT
Episode 3 live streams on March 24th at 8pm ADT
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Subscribe here for the live stream: https://thecrevice.ca/season-2

The Crevice Season 2: Episode 2 Live Taping
2023-03-17 20:00 - 21:30

The Crevice Season 2: Episode 3 Live Taping
2023-03-24 20:00 - 21:30

March Monthly Writer's Circle Meet-up
2023-03-26 16:00 - 18:00
Fill out this sign up form for a spot at our next Writer’s Circle session. The Writer’s Circle is free to attend. You can email writerscircle@thebusstoptheatre.org if you have any questions.
ABOUT
The Bus Stop Theatre Writer’s Circle (formerly the Bus Stop Theatre Playwrights Unit) is an open invite writer’s collective that meets monthly to share writing and feedback. It is designed as an affirming, nurturing space to support the vulnerable practice of sharing new writing. Attend once or come every month – just make sure you sign up in advance because capacity is limited.
The Writer’s Circle meets in person in the Bus Stop Theatre Community Room. The entrance is at the back of the theatre off Maitland St.
If you have the means and you want to support the Bus Stop Theatre in offering more programming like this, we encourage you to buy a membership: https://thebusstoptheatre.org/about/join/
The BST Writer’s Circle is organized by producer Meg Hubley and coordinator Andre Fenton.

2b Theatre presents SPRINGboard
2023-04-06 19:00 - 22:00
2b theatre company is coming home with 2b SPRINGboard mini-fest:
A month long celebration of new creation and community.
SPRINGboard is a month long event that will feature work-in-progress showings of 2b’s newest music-theatre hybrid collaboration: The Aquakultre Project, community celebrations, and the Atlantic Canadian Premiere of Let’s Run Away from the legendary team of Daniel MacIvor and Daniel Brooks.

THE AQUAKULTRE PROJECT
Showings:
Thu, April 6, 7:00pm: Blackout/invite AFNS + Talkback
Fri, April 7, 7:00pm: Student + Industry Mixer
Sat, April 8, 7:00pm: Public + Party Launch
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Tickets by donation

LET’S RUN AWAY
Wed, April 12, 7:30pm
Thu, April 13, 7:30pm
Fri, April 14, 7:30pm
Sat, April 15, 7:30pm *ASL Interpreted Performance*
Sun, April 16, 4:00pm matinee
Tue, April 18, 7:30pm
Wed, April 19, 7:30pm *Masks Required for this performance*
Thu, April 20, 7:30pm *Masks Required for this performance, ASL Interpreted performance*
Fri, April 21, 7:30pm
Sat, April 22, 7:30pm
Sun, April 23, 2:00pm matinee
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Standard Ticket – $40 each
Access 2b ticket – click here to make request for free tickets
Discount ticket – $20 each
Support the Work ticket – $100 each

Spontaneity Improv Co. presents May Showcase
2023-04-17 19:30 - 22:00
Spontaneity Improv performance teams show off their improv skills.
Check out our company showcase happening monthly!

Laugh in amazement! “Could that really be made up on the spot?” you’ll say to yourself as you soak in the wonder of our improvised theatre. Be transported to various larger than life scenarios inspired by suggestions from the audience. LOL or smile to yourself as the glee of our vulnerability and nerves project themselves across the vast world of the stage. Allow our company showcase, full of all the Spontaneity performers, inspire you to give it a try! Check out spontaneityimprov.ca for class information, future shows, workshops and more.

2b Theatre presents SPRINGboard
2023-04-18 19:30 - 22:00
2b theatre company is coming home with 2b SPRINGboard mini-fest:
A month long celebration of new creation and community.
SPRINGboard is a month long event that will feature work-in-progress showings of 2b’s newest music-theatre hybrid collaboration: The Aquakultre Project, community celebrations, and the Atlantic Canadian Premiere of Let’s Run Away from the legendary team of Daniel MacIvor and Daniel Brooks.

THE AQUAKULTRE PROJECT
Showings:
Thu, April 6, 7:00pm: Blackout/invite AFNS + Talkback
Fri, April 7, 7:00pm: Student + Industry Mixer
Sat, April 8, 7:00pm: Public + Party Launch
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$10/tickets online
$15/door (Cash Only)

LET’S RUN AWAY
Wed, April 12, 7:30pm
Thu, April 13, 7:30pm
Fri, April 14, 7:30pm
Sat, April 15, 7:30pm *ASL Interpreted Performance*
Sun, April 16, 4:00pm matinee
Tue, April 18, 7:30pm
Wed, April 19, 7:30pm *Masks Required for this performance*
Thu, April 20, 7:30pm *Masks Required for this performance, ASL Interpreted performance*
Fri, April 21, 7:30pm
Sat, April 22, 7:30pm
Sun, April 23, 2:00pm matinee
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Standard Ticket – $40 each
Access 2b ticket – click here to make request for free tickets
Discount ticket – $20 each
Support the Work ticket – $100 each

Page1 Theatre Presents OutFest 2023
2023-04-25 17:00 - 2023-04-30 21:00
OutFest is the largest Queer Theatre Festival in Atlantic Canada. Over 6-days, patrons will have the opportunity to see some of the best professional Queer Theatre from Local, Regional, and National artists. From completed works that have been on tour, to new and emerging creations, our 2023 festival features a variety of work that reflects our diverse community. There will also be Development Workshops throughout the week and Talkbacks with the different artists.
Click here for full festival schedule.

Hello City presents May the 3rd Be With You!
2023-05-03 19:30 - 22:00
Every month the cast of Hello City invites a local Haligonian onstage to talk about the ups and downs of HRM living, and then improvise about it!

WHERE? The Bus Stop Theatre, 2203 Gottingen St.
WHEN? Wednesday, May 3rd – bar opens at 6:30PM. show at 7:30PM
HOW MUCH? Sliding Scale $10, $15, $20

Mayworks presents: Djata - Conversations of the Manden
2023-05-05 19:00 - 20:00
By Aly Keita
Presented in partnership with Prismatic Arts Festival in association with Live Art Dance

Friday, May 5th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, May 6th @ 7:00pm
With opening performance of Unfold by Reequal Smith
Location: Bus Stop Theatre Co-op (2203 Gottingen St)
Duration:
Unfold by Reequal Smith – 10 mins
Djata: Conversations of the Manden by Aly Keita – 20 mins
(15 mins intermission between performances)
Tickets: $5/$10/$15/$20 (For both shows)
BUY TICKETS HERE

To create my piece, I drew inspiration from the Epic of Soundjata, one of the most significant foundational stories from 13th-century African oral tradition. It features Soundjata Keita, whose exploits have been transmitted through song and kora music played by lyrical poets from West Africa, known as griots. I was especially interested in the part of the legend known as “The Awakening of the Lion” to address themes of oppression, courage, metamorphosis, passage and liberation, all explored through rhythm, sound and movement.
Born from an alliance between the buffalo and the lion, Soundjata Keita, the long-awaited child whose birth was foretold by soothsayers, is unable to walk. After years of humiliation, against all odds, he stands up, walks across the village and uproots a baobab. This marks the beginning of his awakening, which will lead him to found the great Mandingo Empire, unifying the regions of West Africa, including Guinea, my home country.
Credits:
Artistic direction, choreography and dance: Aly Keita Music: Lasso Sanou and Aly Keita Rehearsal director and production manager: Raffaela Siniscalchi
Description et synopsis
Pour la réalisation de mon œuvre, je me suis inspiré de l’épopée mandingue, l’un des récits fondateurs les plus marquants des traditions orales africaines (XIIIe siècle), et de son personnage-clé : Soundjata Keita. Entre histoire et légende, les griots – des poètes lyriques de l’Afrique de l’Ouest – nous ont transmis, par le chant et les notes de leurs koras, les exploits de ce personnage emblématique de l’Afrique occidentale. Dans mon processus de création, je me suis surtout intéressé à la partie de la légende connue sous le nom de « Le réveil du lion », pour aborder, tout en rythme et en mouvement, les thèmes de l’oppression, du courage, de la métamorphose, du passage et de la libération.
Engendré par la puissance du buffle et du lion, Soundjata Keita, l’enfant que tous attendaient et dont la naissance avait été prédite par les mages, est incapable de marcher. Le prince, déchu, apprit à mettre un pied devant l’autre et trouva la force de se relever. Sous les regards stupéfaits de son peuple, Soundjata marcha vers un baobab qu’il arracha du sol. Ce fut le début de son éveil qui l’aurait mené à unifier les territoires de l’Afrique de l’Ouest et fonder, ainsi, le grand empire Mandingue.

Mayworks presents Unfold
2023-05-05 19:00 - 20:00
By Reequal Smith
Presented in partnership with Prismatic Arts Festival in association with Live Art Dance

Friday, May 5th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, May 6th @ 7:00pm
Followed by Djata: Conversations of the Manden by Aly Keita
Location: Bus Stop Theatre Co-op (2203 Gottingen St)
Duration:
Unfold by Reequal Smith – 10 mins
Djata: Conversations of the Manden by Aly Keita – 20 mins
(15 mins intermission between performances)
Tickets: $5/$10/$15/$20 (For both shows)
BUY TICKETS HERE

The burden of misty dreams. An assortment of feelings. Of Loss & Love. A deep rooted nostalgia of home in every crevice of being manifested by the full existence and experience of body to land. Land connecting to my soles of souls.
Inspired by the sweet infectious Ghanaian Blues, this performance is fused with the essence of Afro Cuban movement, embodied with a fusion of jazz, African and funk styles. Rooted with the vibrancy of old tropical Caribbean motion, stemming from euphoric connection in the swish in our hips and the fluidity in our strides.
Reequal Smith is the Founder and Artistic Director of Oshun Dance Studios. A dance artist originally from the Bahamas, now based in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

Livestream 101 w/ Matt Downey and Amelia George
2023-05-08 18:00 - 20:00
Explore how the Bus Stop’s live stream kit can elevate your rental at the theatre, or be used on set for your multimedia video projects!
Streaming events online is easy at the Bus Stop with our in-house video equipment. Livestreaming is a great way to reach a wider audience outside Kjipuktuk, and can address many accessibility considerations as well! If you have an upcoming rental with us, this workshop is a great introduction to streaming options, capturing beautiful sample material for grants and demo reels, or upgrading your archival footage. Open your imagination to hybrid staging, with video and live performance working together for your adventurous production!
The BST kit is also available to rent and be used beyond the theatre walls. This workshop will go over the gear’s capabilities both in the theatre or on set, and share guidance on how to build your own straightforward kit.
This workshop will be taught by our BSTC tech team, Matt Downey and Amelia George.
Price: Pay What You Can!
Click here to register!

Mayworks presents Folding Together
2023-05-17 15:30 - 18:00
By the sense archive
Presented in Partnership with Eyelevel Artist-Run Centre

Wednesday, May 17th @ 3:30pm – 6:00pm
Location: Bus Stop Theatre Co-op
Duration: 2 hours and 30 mins
Registration: FREE
Register Here
Do you identify as a mother and/or perform the work of motherhood? The sense archive invites you to join us for a Community Arts Event! We will guide participants through a simple score of folding and unfolding together. During this score you are invited to share stories, memories, and anecdotes about motherhood/mothering in relationship to loss and/or potential. We are interested in hearing/exchanging these stories as part of our research for our performance project titled This Body of Work. Responses will be documented via video, audio and/or text and participants will have the choice to have their stories included as part of our project. We will also present a short artist talk and discussion about our project (in progress).
Refreshments and snacks/light dinner will be served following the event. You will leave with a small gift from us in return for your participation! Child minding is available during the event if needed. This in person event will require masking.
Please bring:
A towel of any kind (tea, hand, bath) that you can donate to our project (this can be an already used towel) felt/embodied short story, anecdote, or memory in relation to mothering/motherhood and LOSS and/or POTENTIAL (this could be many things and is open to interpretation)
Children: Children and families are welcome. Refreshments & child minding available. Let us know if you require child minding by filling out this Form.
We will have hand-printed project T-Shirts available for purchase in all shapes and sizes!
This Body of Work is an interdisciplinary collaboration that explores critical feminist performance(s) of motherhood and maternal agency through lived bodily/cellular experiences. To find out more about our overall project please visit: www.thisbodyofwork.ca.
We gratefully acknowledge the support of The Canada Council for the Arts, Arts Nova Scotia, Support for Culture, Dancemakers, The Bank Art House, Mayworks, eyelevel Gallery.
To contact us about accessibility needs or other questions please email in advance sensearchive@gmail.com or text us (if needed) on the day of at 647-459-6556.
Please Note:
If you are unable to attend this event but would still like to contribute you can still participate. Please send to sensearchive@gmail.com:
your full name and contact information your personal short story, anecdote, or memory about loss and its relationship to mothering/motherhood. You can type your story via text directly into the email OR use an audio recording platform (example: voice memos) to record and attach to the email as an audio file.

Mayworks presents A More Radiant Sphere
2023-05-18 18:30 - 20:00
By Sara Wylie
Presented in partnership with Carbon Arc Cinema

Thursday, May 18th @ 6:30pm
Location: Bus Stop Theatre Co-op (2203 Gottingen St)
Duration: 40 mins followed by a 30 mins Q&A with filmmaker Sara Wylie moderated by MLA Gary Burrill
Tickets: $5/$10/$15
BUY TICKETS HERE

[CC] This film will be closed captioned.
A mid-length hybrid documentary about Joe Wallace: Canadian Communist poet, political prisoner, and the filmmaker’’s long lost family member. Shot on 16mm and digital, featuring original songs by award-winning musician Fiver/Simone Schmidt.
“Poetry is of a higher order. It sets bells ringing in the mind of the reader so that he makes his own music …”

Nearly lost in the annals of Canadian history, the writings of Joe Wallace—radical believer in socialist ideals, writer of anti-capitalist verses, and survivor of detainment by the Canadian government—have been revived by his great-great-niece, director Sara Wylie.
Searching through library archives, family records, and footage from the early decades of the Canadian settler state, Wylie assembles the story of Wallace the poet and revolutionary. “The more I began looking for him, the more I began to see parts of myself reflected,” she says. His poems are spirited, forthright and folksy; they recall a time of great political change and opportunity.
Inextricable from Wallace’s life and work is the history of Canada’s labour movement and the increasing involvement of the state in its disruption. A More Radiant Sphere captures a time and a feeling at risk of being erased by Canadian myth, when the possibility of a world beyond capitalism surged forth into poetry. (Written by Sarah Bakke)
The film will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Sara Wylie moderated by Gary Burril, MLA for Halifax Chebucto

Film Credits:
Directed, produced and written by Sara Wylie
Featuring Bruce Wallace
Music by Simone Schmidt
With Nick Dourado on piano
Nathan Doucet on percussion
John Showman on fiddle
Cinematography by Suz Friesen and Sara Wylie
Sound recording by Kellen Jackson and Sara Wylie
Sound mix/edit by Michelle Hwu and Tim Atkins
Colour by Sam Gilling

Satellite Theatre presents OVERLAP
2023-05-19 21:00 - 23:00
OVERLAP

Both a love letter and an uncompromising critique of the city of Moncton, OVERLAP is author Céleste Godinʼs first full-length play. Created in a language that is at once personal, dense with insight, and bursting with humanity. Staged as a tragic chorus, passionately performed in Chiac by five emerging actors, OVERLAP equally portrays the city as an unsympathetic foe and enlightening muse. Through the contorted and tense bodies found on stage, our region’s nobility is revealed alongside its difficulties. The friction of our overlapping lives ignites an incandescent spark.

The sold-out local run was met with praise and opportunities arose. International and national tours were booked. OVERLAP, like many things touched by covid, was cut short. It is with stubborn pride that Satellite Théâtre presents OVERLAP (with English subtitles) for your consideration. We are confident you too will see the value in keeping this momentum alive!

Top Hat Comedy presents The Future of Funny: AI vs Humans
2023-05-20 20:00 - 22:00
Join us for a unique AI-themed stand-up comedy show where professional comedians and AI software developers face off. The comedians will perform their best material then hand over their set lists to the developers. The list of jokes will be used as prompts to generate parallel material, which will then be performed by the devs. Who will come out on top? It’s up to the audience to decide if human comics are now obsolete! Don’t miss out on this hilarious battle. Get your tickets now!
(This description and all promotion materials were generated with AI assistance.)

Graphic Novel Publishing 101 with Sal Sawler
2023-05-23 17:00 - 19:00
Have a passion for graphic novels and want to learn more about the publishing industry? Join us on May 23rd from 5-7pm! In this workshop, we will have industry professional Sal Sawler from Emanta/Conundrum Press talk about how to approach graphic novel publishing, navigating the industry, offer insight, advice, and a Q&A to all attendees.
The workshop will take place in The Bus Stop Theatre Co-op’s Community Room (entrance from Maitland Street). Masks are recommended and can be supplied.
Registration fee is $10 or free for co-op members. Payment can be made in person or by e-transfer to payments@thebusstoptheatre.org. Please email writerscircle@thebusstoptheatre.org or andre.fenton@live.ca if you have any questions. Click here to register!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Sal Sawler is the award-winning author of the regional bestsellers Be Prepared: The Frankie MacDonald Guide to Life, the Weather, and Everything (co-written with Frankie MacDonald), 100 Things You Don’t Know About Atlantic Canada — For Kids, and 100 Things You Don’t Know About Nova Scotia. Their debut picture book, When the Ocean Came to Town (illustrated by Emma FitzGerald), will be published in Fall 2023.
Sawler is also a graphic novel editor and publicist. They work with Conundrum Press, a long-established literary graphic novel publisher based in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. In addition to bringing important stories to a wide international audience, they are the editor of Emanata, Conundrum Press’s young adult imprint.
Emanata is mandated to produce exceptional graphic novels for a young adult audience. EMANATA graphic novels rely on a seamless blend of words and pictures to tell compelling, character-driven fiction and non-fiction stories. By focusing on work created by comic artists living in colonial Canada and striving for social equity, EMANATA seeks to introduce fresh, strong, and under-represented voices to the international young adult and graphic novel markets.
This workshop is offer as a part of the Bus Stop Theatre Writer’s Circle. The Bus Stop Theatre Writer’s Circle is an open invite writer’s collective that meets monthly to share writing and feedback. It is designed as an affirming, nurturing space to support the vulnerable practice of sharing new writing. Attend once or come every month – just make sure you sign up in advance because capacity is limited.
If you have the means and you want to support the Bus Stop Theatre in offering more programming like this, we encourage you to buy a membership: https://thebusstoptheatre.org/about/join/
The BST Writer’s Circle is organized by producer Meg Hubley and coordinator Andre Fenton

Elle Lixir presents Hot Pot: An All-Asian Variety Show
2023-05-27 18:00 - 20:00
In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, Elle Lixir presents “HOTPOT: An All-Asian Variety Show”, featuring an all-Asian cast and showcasing burlesque, drag, live music (acoustic), and pole dance. There are two chances to catch the show on May 27th: the early show is from 6-8pm, and the late show is from 9-11pm. Hosted by Kaidain Ivy. Sponsored by Custom Curves. Ages 19+.
For a limited time, patrons can use the code “LUCKYTICKET” to save $5 on General Admission seats only. Limited quantity per show, offer valid while supplies last.

Spontaneity Improv Co.'s May Showcase
2023-05-31 19:30 - 21:30

Comedy Night with Hughie Batherson
2023-06-01 19:30 - 22:00
Hughie Batherson has been in high demand as a standup comedian in the Atlantic provinces and across the Country. He has been featured on the TV Comedy Show ‘’Sens du Punch’’ and has done two ‘’Juste pour rire’’ Tours , Hughie has participated in the Hubcap Comedy Festival has headlined Comedy Clubs, Bar Shows and Theaters across the Atlantic provinces. He has performed in Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. Hughie is known for his clean adult material, and uses physical comedy (impressions, imitations , singing and dancing) along with his ‘’East-coast story-telling’’ delivery to entertain audiences. He does standup in both English and French . Hughie is from North Sydney, NS.
Skeeter MacMillan
Skeeter is the side-kick of Standup comedian Hughie Batherson and came to life as an on-line all-round East coast fellow whose online videos has garnered over a half of a million views , and have been showcased by Maritime radio stations. His Cape Breton story telling technique as well as his innocent and clean perception of life always bring waves of laughter and good-cheer to his audience. Skeeter has performed at the Hubcap Comedy Fest.
Text 902-778-2864 for tickets!

Atlantic Boylesque presents Camp Cock
2023-06-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-03 21:00 - 23:00
Spring has sprung and so has Halifax’s favourite boylesque troupe! Atlantic Boylesque is returning to the Bus Stop Theatre on June 3rd to celebrate a massively successful first year with six productions and nine sold out shows. For this very special assiversary, they’ll be transforming the theatre into Camp Cock – a summer camp for adults! Get packing, strap on those water wings, lather yourself up in cream, pitch your tent and prepare yourselves for one hot and sweaty summer. The forecast is calling for silly with a 100% probability of sexy.
Show times: Early show (5-7pm) and late show (9-11pm)
Instagram: @atlanticboylesque

Hello City presents Happy 6th Birthday!
2023-06-04 19:30 - 22:00
Happy Birthday Hello City!
Hello City is celebrating 6 years of creating improv in Halifax! Joining them this month are improvisers who also create and perform in Halifax and love this city just as much!
WHERE? The Bus Stop Theatre, 2203 Gottingen St.
WHEN? Sunday June 3rd – doors at 6:30PM show at 7:30PM
HOW MUCH? Sliding Scale $10, $15, $20 and are available here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hello-city-6-year-anniversary-show-tickets-641271529407?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

My Funeral: The Real Deal
2023-06-05 13:00 - 23:30
Please join us any time between 1:00pm to midnight for My Funeral: The Real Deal

Screenings
2:00 My Dead Dad
3:00 My First Heart Attack
4:15 Shorts (Lost and Found, How Lesbians Kiss, The Asshole Monologues (audio only), others??)

Live Reading
5:30 My Funeral: The Dry Run
Talks and Open Mic – will include images, videos
7:00
Screenings
9:00 My Dead Dad
10:30 My First Heart Attack

The Understudies Present Mixed Bag: Summer Edition
2023-06-06 19:30 - 21:30
Mixed Bag is showcase of Halifax’s emerging improv talents. The show will consist of 3 groups of performers who vary in experience level in the performing arts community. Each group’s goal is to create a unique long improv set for your enjoyment and amusement. Prepare yourself for a positive and joyful experience in improv and theatre.
(Content may not be appropriate for all ages.)
Cast includes: a mixed bag of improvisers ranging from first timers to long timers.
Hosted by The Understudies (Erik Garf and Sara Graham).
Doors open at 7:00pm, Showtime is 7:30pm
General Admission Tickets are $15
Student/Senior Tickets are $8
Tickets may not be available at the door.
Drinks available from the Bus Stop Bar Service
*If you consider yourself an underpaid worker, you’re welcome to purchase a Student/Senior Ticket.
If you have any questions or concerns you would like to highlight please email us:
garferik@gmail.com or sgrahamaccessibility@gmail.com

The Awed Couple
2023-06-08 20:00 - 21:30
THE AWED COUPLE
Written, Directed & Produced by Britt P. Curran
Annie is a single, thirty-something grad student with a one-bedroom apartment and two cats. Paul, a 60-year-old cartoonist, is recently widowed and moves across the hall into a slightly more spacious unit. Annie’s quirky, social proclivities challenge the quiet nest Paul was hoping to create during his next, unexpected stage in life. With a gaggle of important peripheral figures, THE AWED COUPLE explores how new neighbours navigate tenderness, tension, and trauma in a love letter to an unlikely, yet much-needed friendship. Approx. 55 minutes (no intermission).

CAST
ANNIE…Britt P. Curran
PAUL…Mike Taylor

CHARACTERS
ALEXI…Rachel Franco
ALAN…Dan Bray
LYDIA…Brittany Kamras
PROFESSOR HUNT…Heather MacPherson

CREW
TECH…Matt Downey
STAGEHAND…Josephine Jarvis
TICKET AGENTS…Celia Rossiter & Andrew Harris

CONTENT ADVISORY
Language; Mature Subject Matter
