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Emerge. Amplify. Engage.

Thank you for helping us raise $60,000 to support new works and emerging artists!

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This year, you can become an integral part of developing new productions and emerging artists by supporting The Cultch’s youth and residency programs! 

By donating, you’ll directly support artists and their ability to create original and powerful performances, right here in East Van.

Your donation impacts artists like…

Ryan Gladstone
Artistic Director, Monster Theatre

Bio

Ryan is the creative force behind Monster Theatre. Ryan has written, co-written, produced, directed or acted in every Monster Theatre production. Ryan holds a BFA in Acting from the University of Calgary, an MFA in Directing from the University of British Columbia and is a 10 year veteran of Calgary’s Loose Moose Theatre. Ryan is currently working as a writer, director, actor, teacher and improviser in Vancouver. Ryan teaches Acting and Improv at Vancouver Film School. Ryan is happily married to the beautiful and talented Michelle Field and they have two children Felix and Beatrix.

Natasha Chew
former youth panel member

Bio

Natasha Chew is an emerging Filipino-Chinese playwright, producer and theatre-maker based on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Having worked with companies such as Ruby Slippers Theatre, Rumble Theatre, Bramble Theatre and the Ignite Youth Festival; their practice is based on collective storytelling and laughter as a tool of healing. They are especially passionate about celebrating moments of levity, passion and joy in the navigation of an ever-evolving identity.

Valentina Acevedo Montilla
The Cultch Youth Program manager

Bio

Valentina (she/ella) is a Mexican-Venezuelan cultural curator/gestora cultural. She comes from a family of musicians, incredible cooks, and community builders; she also holds a BA in Art History and Anthropology from UBC. Valentina has a deep love for community engaged arts practices, nurturing spaces for emerging artists to thrive, and bringing people together through art, culture and food. This is her fourth year as The Cultch’s Youth Program Manager, where she is honoured to learn with and from all the incredible artists, curators and administrators that are part of the program. She is also one the co-directors of the Vancouver Latin American Film Festival.

Julian, Joaquin and Hector Borderas
members of Blue Rivera

Bio

Joaquin is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of Blue Rivera. Raised in both Mexico and Canada, he has immersed himself in two cultures leading to a unique musical upbringing. Alongside his bandmates, he aims to create music that showcases a blend of different genres and languages, further diversifying the Vancouver music scene.

Hector is the lead guitarist in Blue Rivera. Other than playing guitar he enjoys discovering musical genres that are unheard of or less widely known. Growing up alongside Brazilian music, he has found a deep passion for it and enjoys spending time playing MPB classics.

Julian, the bassist of Blue Rivera, brings a unique perspective to the rhythm section, having transitioned from drums to bass. His backup vocals complement Joaquin’s lead, adding depth and creating catchy melodies.

Your donation means:

  • The Youth Panel will continue to provide young talent with first-time opportunities, free mentorship, workshops and professional development
  • IGNITE! Festival completely produced by the members of our Youth Panel and featuring select emerging artists, will run for a 24th season
  • Grow-A-Show, The Cultch’s residency program, will provide rehearsal space free of charge to local companies for the creation of new works

Join us in our commitment to emerging talent and help develop your next favourite show! Donate by December 31.

  • All donations above $25 will receive a tax receipt.
  • Our donors receive

$500+ Donors

  • All of the benefits in the 499 & below
  • Invite to our intimate donor Season Sneak Peek Event with Executive Director
  • Name in our program
  • Invites to exclusive Director’s Circle events and engagements throughout the season

$499 and below

  • Invite to our Season Launch Event
  • Invite to our Annual Donor Appreciation Event
  • Recognition in our Impact Report
  • Recognition on our website

Other Ways to Donate

  1. Donate via Canada Helps website 
  2. E-Transfer funds to: [email protected] *
  3. Call our donation line at (604) 251-1363

*In order to receive a tax receipt from an e-transfer, please include your name and email in the e-transfer notes.

Other ways to give

Deepen your support with Monthly Giving. A monthly donation provides a steady stream of funds that we can count on.

For more information, please contact our Partnerships Manager Ivy Padmos at [email protected] 

Include The Cultch in your Will and leave your mark on the future of live performance in East Vancouver, bringing joy to your community for years to come. Legacy gifts can be made in a variety of forms including bequests, securities, or life insurance policies. 

Create a Lasting Legacy at The Cultch with a personalized seat tribute.

  • $1000 for a seat in the Historic
  • $500 for a seat in The York

With your gift we are pleased to offer:

  1. A personalized, engraved plaque fastened to a theatre seat in the Historic or York Theatre for 10 years
  2. Your name(s) listed in our house programme for one year
  3. A tax receipt for the amount of your gift

     

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