Winnipeg Free Press

Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - May 8, 1978, Winnipeg, Manitoba Winnipeg free press monday May 8, 1978 conference brings out opinions theatre divided Over boards by Brian Richardson a division of opinion Over the role of boards of directors was evident at the National conference of boards of professional theatres during the weekend. The Manitoba theatre Centre was Host at the con Ference at the Winnipeg inn and the Richardson building. Panels and discussions on a Large Range of topics under the theme Canadian professional theatre As we see served More As an Opportunity to air problems faced by professional the Atres and their boards than an attempt to reach a Princi pal objective or Resolution. But some concerns continued to crop up and on these Dif Ferent Points of View began to emerge. The first panel raised per haps the most fundamental question of the conference the theatre s existence. Is it because the theatre artist has a need to communicate with people that amorphous being known As the Audi or is it so that the people of whatever Region the theatre serves can be brought some cultural in Susan rubes of Young people s theatre in Toronto focused upon the marketing of theatre. How does a the atre attract an audience apart from providing Good entertainment it has to be brought to Public attention that such entertainment is available. The same Point was approached in another manner camera Sale coming soon Winnipeg convention Centre. Watch this newspaper for full description thurs., May 11 by John Neville artistic director now of Halifax s Neptune theatre and for Merly of Edmonton s Citadel theatre. His feeling that the Media does not devote the interest or space to entertainment especially Indig Enous forms that it gives to sports which is also enter Tain sent was echoed throughout the remainder of the conference. The spectre of the Jock society haunts most discus Sions of the performing arts and Neville said it is time to Stop asking artists to subsidize the theatre. The average income of Canadian actors equity members working in professional theatres in 1977 was actors equity president Dan Macdonald told delegates theatres live and die by How Well the artist performs on their stages. Macdonald Drew a distinction Between theatre in can Ada and Canadian theatre. To have a Canadian culture on its own terms the works presented must be filtered through a Canadian consciousness. Not Only is show ing International plays from Canadian viewpoint an aspect of this but also indigenous works which have proved to be a big draw in Many theatres. Another Point raised by Macdonald which indirectly related Back to the concern Over Media coverage of the arts is the Lack of Billing Given performers in Many regional theatres around the country. Rather than promoting the performing artists theatres put More emphasis on the production. As has been said Many times without the actor there is no show. Store wide Sale of antique furniture and Bric a Brac 4000 it. Showroom up to 50% discount the Jolly Roger 47 Albert St. Just on nolo Damo and Portage pm. 942-1138 Park or Toko a bus to fort and Portage custom awnings for a limited time Only enjoy your awnings All summer for a limited time you can order new awnings to protect and beautify your Home at a 10% savings awnings keep out the Sun s Strong rays and prevents your drapes carpets and furniture from fading. Awnings made from lifetime aluminium Are available in a wide Range of styles colors and contrasts to give you years of Protection plus added value and appearance for your Home. All fully guaranteed and installed by Sheridan own craftsmen. The decorator the vertical trim the Ven Taire lifetime aluminium siding is a Good investment for your Home in appearance value and service. 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What this difference of Outlook distilled Down to is whether theatre is seen As a social event or entertain ment. At least the Confer ence s As we see it theme brought this recurring Situa Tion clearly into View. The presence of John Flrsch and Tom Hendry founders of Mac heightened the impression As the Calion of that organization which is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary is made More obvious by the different directions their Ca Reers and the theatre they started have taken. Slat Priolo Chris Brotherston of airways with newly acquired aircraft. Banks spurring Confidence interest in air renewed by John Mcmanus Banks and moneylenders on be in sides of the International Boundary Are showing renewed Confidence in commercial aviation across the Conti nent and the Confidence is being reflected in the additions of replace ment aircraft in Manitoba s Commer Cial Fleet. This week Lambais Ltd. Took Deli very of Curliss Wright cw-20 two tar known As a c-46 the air service will operate As a cargo ship during the seasonal resurgence of exploration and construction in the North and the Arctic. Lamb had been operating an-f-27 but found a need for a larger cargo Carrier. The c-46 is pounds twice he weight of what is commonly called a dc-3 like those flown by the Canadian forces and hundreds of commercial operators around the world. It can carry pounds of cargo and car buyers would be envious at the Market value of the twin engined aircraft that came off the production line in 191-1 at Lamb air bought the c-i6 for 000 from Ferrer aviation of Miami Fla., and will put it to work As soon As the pilots Are prof Ncncy approved by transport Canada. The air plane has had a colourful 3 1-year history. It was recently used to new York times from that City to Chicago daily. St. Andrews airways has taken de livery of two sleek Cessna Titan two twin engined commuter liners at a copy. The Titan is a 10-passenger aircraft that requires one Pilot. Designated the c-101, the aircraft arc not pressurized for High level but Are oxygen equipped and Are equipped for flying on instruments if for bad weather. The aircraft Are on a lease Pur Chase from Tilford s aviation of Palm Beach Fla. Chris Brotherston of St. Andrews says the commuter liners which have been labelled St. Andrews courier will be used on a stepped up frequency of service to Island Lake and will also be used on its scheduled service Winnipeg Kenora red Lake. Perimeter aviation is awaiting de livery of a swearing in metro Turbo prop Airliner that can be converted from a 20-passenger commuter to a fully equipped ambulance and operating room. The metro is a air plane and will be used in the Inland North air service As Well As for charter work and possibly on the proposed Prairie route if perimeter is awarded a licence for that service. The ramp air division Here is awaiting delivery of a de Havilland twin Otter to replace its 20-year single Otter of Max which is going in on Trade for the Well equipped twin. Aero trades is awaiting a decision from the air transport committee on its request to add aircraft to it fixed Wing and helicopter Fleet. The bid is approved the Winnipeg air service will Purchase a con Vair Turboprop . The number of viable sized com Mercial aviation operators has declined in the past two years but re placement and additional aircraft to existing fleets operating from Winni Peg International Airport is expected to replace the loss. The Winnipeg Airport does not have a general aviation reception Centre embracing All services for Pilot and air plane on one Situ but the Manitoba aviation Council has been pressing the minister of transport to support establishment of such a Centre. The Central Region office of trans port Cost Imalis there Are 358 Commer Cial aircraft in Manitoba and about commercial and private pilots. Centra Region Kat Chewan part of the n. W. T. And a portion of Ontario has about of Canada s pilots and just Over commercial private and government aircraft. By Peters auction sales estate auction Sale entire contents of 322 Winchester St. Of the late George Robertson to be sold at 324 Young St. Tuesday May 9 at 7 . Carved Oak dining room suite consisting of China closet Buffet table and 6 chairs Complete Library of 100 s of hard and Sot cover books. 4 piece feathered Walnut bedroom suite consisting of double bed Dresser vanity Bench Chest of drawers canadians carved Oak High Back Hall chair Smalt drop Leaf Duncan phyfe table up. 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Milchan suite Utility tables Gold velvet living room chair mantel clock desk wrought Iron table Westing House Washer dryer Metal shelving stove fridge fireplace grate Coal Oil lamps Bookcase typewriter wheelbarrow barbeque lounge Taw chairs weights 10 Speed Bike bicycle set of bunk Beds set of encyclopedias elec. Lawnmower Garden tools Luggage trunk lamps steel office desk tools pictures mirrors of Chart Croquette Wall hanging glassware cookware Kildare pieces ornaments bedding linens drapes dishes pots pans China stemware cups saucers vacuum cleaner floor polishes and Many More interesting items too numerous to mention. Or. E. M. Finkleman or. S. A. Finkleman optometrists 2nd floor 265 Portage Avenue Avenue building Mon. Thru Fri. Saturday phone 942-2496 Eves examined glasses fitted tuesday May 9 . Sharp at 1070 Arena re. Between Ellice Sargent a wide selection of used cars trucks will be sold by Public auction. Deposit required. 324 Young St. On View Day of Sale Advance bids accepted auctioneer Peter Wachniak major award winners in school science fair receive trip to London major award winners in the seventh annual Manitoba schools science symposium were announced sunday. The top three High school students will attend the Lon Don International youth science fortnight in England in August. They arc Debbie Boyko of St. John s High school for her subliminal perception project Susan v. Bosuk St. John s High school for a heat into electricity project and Milton from Westwood collegiate for a project showing experimental determination of Coulomb s constant. Junior High honors went to Paula Gunn and Lisa Mes Man St. Mary s Academy for a project on testing hair rinses. Their prize is a trip to the Toronto science Centre. Winner of the Best individual project is Christine Harding Bruce Junior High school for her science in a Coffee cup project. The outstanding elementary Winner was Gerald Legien w. E. Lewis school of Pinawa man., for a project showing electrical conductivity through solids and liquids. The symposium quiz was won by Gordon Bell High school in both Junior High and senior High events. Seven projects done by students in grades four through 12 throughout Manitoba were entered in this year s symposium which was held at the University of Winnipeg. More than people attended the three Day event. Blaze damage in suite a fire in 2965 Pembina Highway suite 212, fort Garry Early sunday caused an estimated to the suite and contents fire officials said. Return engagement with Central air conditioning Btu system for 950 1250 so. It. Installed Model 386s Keystone image Jit act Wirta hearing is raw Mother weeks t. Scene tax less Simm factory rebate if instilled before May Barr Brothers 60 Paramount re 633-1005 those magnificent men their Cooling machines Salvage auction every wednesday f f 00 . 1981 Plessis Road Winnipeg. Units sold on an individual basis a listing of All vehicles available at . Wednesday giving ample time for inspection ;