We are pleased to be offering this exciting workshop at TheatreOne 2025 in Melfort, Saskatchewan:

From Awkward to Electric: Foundations of Intimacy Direction

A great stage kiss, or any stage intimacy for that matter, should feel electric—never awkward, unsafe, or improvised. This workshop, led by intimacy director Kenn McLeod, is designed to give performers, directors, educators, and theatre-makers the tools to stage intimacy with confidence, clarity, and artistic integrity. 

Participants will explore the core principles of intimacy direction, including consent-based practices, boundary setting, and choreography techniques for depicting intimacy authentically while ensuring actor safety. Through guided exercises, discussion, and hands-on practice, attendees will learn how to "map" a kiss—breaking down physical storytelling into clear, repeatable beats that serve the narrative while maintaining a respectful and supportive environment.  

Whether you're new to intimacy direction or looking to refine your approach, this workshop offers essential tools to enhance both artistry and safety in your work.

Join us on the afternoon of Saturday, April 26. Tickets are only $10 if you're part of a Theatre Saskatchewan member group! Email us for more details and to register.

Leslie Dixon has been the creative genius behind Goodsoil Theatre's decorating and stage sets for the past four years. Each production, she goes above and beyond, creating magical and detailed environments that transform the group's community plays into immersive experiences.

Leslie's extraordinary ability to think outside the box shows in her comprehensive approach—she decorates not just the stage but the entire hall and dining tables for our dinner theatre events. Her attention to detail creates not simply an event, but a complete experience for both cast and audience members.

Working year-round, Leslie plans and creates elaborate backdrops and develops her vision for the entire venue. Her recent accomplishments include a beautiful wedding scene for "Virgil's Wedding" that made audiences feel they were attending an actual ceremony, an authentic 80s living room for "How the Other Half Dies," and 2024's realistic cruise ship setting for "Don't Rock The Boat."

Beyond her artistic contributions, Leslie ensures all sets are structurally sound and safe for performers. Her dedication extends beyond set design to supporting the entire production process. In the words of those who sent in her nomination: "the Goodsoil Theatre Group  would not know what to do without her".