Show Selection
If you would like to propose a show for our May/June 2027 slot at the Timm's Centre (dates TBD), or have any questions, please contact Christopher Horobec at christopher dot horobec @ elopemusicaltheatre.ca. The 2027 production will only be selected if a suitable show is proposed, and the proposing team can commit until mid-2027 to begin production preparations.
ELOPE Musical Theatre (Ensemble for Lyrical Operetta Productions Edmonton) has been producing musical productions in Edmonton for over 40 years. Our aim is to provide musical theatre opportunities for a diverse cross section of the community, from theatre students and professionals to community players and people looking for a new challenge. ELOPE is known for producing large-scale, big cast productions. We are not limited to this and are open to other formats. ELOPE is a non-profit society and fully volunteer run organization, and cannot engage equity members.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Identify a Director, as well as Music Director and Choreographer, if possible. Include relevant experience of team members.
CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL
Please include the following information:
Director:
Phone, Email Address:
Show Title: Author/Composer:
Proposed Instrumentation: Full orchestra, few musicians, piano only, etc - please explain if necessary.
Proposed creative team members: * (if you already have people in mind, otherwise we will assist in finding a creative team)
Please let us know if you have any further questions. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION MAY 17, 2026.
Please submit applications to christopher dot [email protected], or use the "Contact us" button below.
If you would like to propose a show for our May/June 2027 slot at the Timm's Centre (dates TBD), or have any questions, please contact Christopher Horobec at christopher dot horobec @ elopemusicaltheatre.ca. The 2027 production will only be selected if a suitable show is proposed, and the proposing team can commit until mid-2027 to begin production preparations.
ELOPE Musical Theatre (Ensemble for Lyrical Operetta Productions Edmonton) has been producing musical productions in Edmonton for over 40 years. Our aim is to provide musical theatre opportunities for a diverse cross section of the community, from theatre students and professionals to community players and people looking for a new challenge. ELOPE is known for producing large-scale, big cast productions. We are not limited to this and are open to other formats. ELOPE is a non-profit society and fully volunteer run organization, and cannot engage equity members.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Identify a Director, as well as Music Director and Choreographer, if possible. Include relevant experience of team members.
- A short, written summary of your vision for the show, cast and costume needs
- Any extraordinary budget requirements
- Overview of technical, rehearsal, and physical set needs, when applicable.
- Request a perusal copy of the script if necessary
CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL
- Production has broad-based appeal to community and ELOPE audience, and potentially an opportunity to expand our audience.
- Appropriate for directors, cast, and crew available to ELOPE.
- Likelihood of being profitable or revenue neutral.
- Artistic value for community and ELOPE membership.
- Provides volunteer opportunities
Please include the following information:
Director:
Phone, Email Address:
Show Title: Author/Composer:
Proposed Instrumentation: Full orchestra, few musicians, piano only, etc - please explain if necessary.
Proposed creative team members: * (if you already have people in mind, otherwise we will assist in finding a creative team)
Please let us know if you have any further questions. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION MAY 17, 2026.
Please submit applications to christopher dot [email protected], or use the "Contact us" button below.
- CASINO VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
GENERAL MANAGER:
Responsible for all areas of the casino (cash cage, count room, security, and the gaming
floor.)
General Manager or the Alternate General Manager must be in the casino at all times.
Must ensure that there are a sufficient number of volunteers for each day.
Must ensure that volunteers do not fill any more than one position for the duration of the
casino. (Volunteers can work as many shifts as they want to, but they cannot change jobs.)
Controls drop box keys.
Makes sure signed cheques are available on the second day to pay expenses.
Please review the Casino Terms and Conditions booklet that comes in your package from
Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission.
BANKER:
Controls the main Cash Cage chip and cash floats.
Assisted in all areas by the Cash Cage Advisor.
Busy times are during; opening, volunteer shift changes and closing procedures.
Responsible for documentation of all cash/chip transfers from the main float. This
information is recorded on the computer, therefore computer skills are an asset.
Some administrative experience and/or math skills are helpful in this position.
CASHIER:
This position can be quite challenging and requires concentration and accuracy.
Transactions include cashing out chips for players and making change.
You have your own float and do not share your cash/chip float with anyone.
Cash-handling skills and being a bit street wise are definite assets.
Not a job for colour-blind volunteers.
CHIP RUNNER:
You are a chip courier (runner) for chip orders to and from the table games.
You must be able to move around the gaming floor and carry chips in their delivery racks.
This position is busy at the opening and closing times of the casino.
You will always be accompanied on your chip runs by security.
COUNT ROOM SUPERVISOR:
Assisted by the Count Room Advisor you will keep records of the cash and chip counts.
Some administrative experience and math skills are very helpful.
You are not required to handle cash or chips.
COUNT ROOM STAFF:
You sort, count, verify and amalgamate cash from the table games drop boxes.
At least one volunteer in the Count Room should have good cash handling skills.
Volunteers should be good working with their hands.
Please join us for our AGM on Monday September 15 in the Lorne Cardinal Theatre black box space at the gorgeous Roxy Theatre 10708-124 St.
We will bring our old show photo boards and have snacks and beverages for social time after the short business portion of the meeting.
Doors 6:30, meeting 7:00pm
Come and visit with former cast and production members, or meet new people if you're just curious what we're all about! There are room for new board members as well. If you have any questions about what is involved, you can reply here or come a few minutes early.
Past, present and prospective members welcome.
Memberships available for $25, must be a current member to serve on the board or to vote.
We will bring our old show photo boards and have snacks and beverages for social time after the short business portion of the meeting.
Doors 6:30, meeting 7:00pm
Come and visit with former cast and production members, or meet new people if you're just curious what we're all about! There are room for new board members as well. If you have any questions about what is involved, you can reply here or come a few minutes early.
Past, present and prospective members welcome.
Memberships available for $25, must be a current member to serve on the board or to vote.
