Cristina Paolozzi

2 weeks ago | apt613.ca | Cristina Paolozzi |Audrey Pridham

Created by Velvet WellsProduced by Velvet Duke Productions | Ottawa, ONReview by Audrey Pridham50 mins / G / Play, Puppetry, ComedyI Scream, You Scream… Justice! is about more than wanting your favourite sweet treat. When we take collective action and speak out, big changes can happen that better serve our communities.

Feb 1, 2025 | apt613.ca | Cristina Paolozzi

Stepping into the mystical, magical and absolutely absurd world of Ingrid Hansen is always an honour. If you’re looking for an unforgettable and cheeky experience, this spicy puppet cabaret is the show to see!This brilliantly twisted variety show—hosted by the relatable and washed up grandma Florence—combines hilarious characters, captivating charm and an abundance of silly.

Jan 28, 2025 | apt613.ca | Cristina Paolozzi

The tagline for the show is, “the weirdest puppet show you’ve ever seen,” and is hosted by a sassy grandma trying to steal the spotlight. This isn’t exactly your run-of-the-mill muppets encounter. Although, performer and co-artistic director of SNAFU, Society of Unexpected Spectacles, Ingrid Hansen, has worked on multiple puppetry projects — like the new Fraggle Rock — which is usually what people think of, when talking about puppetry.

Jan 27, 2025 | apt613.ca | Cristina Paolozzi

Now that the holiday season is behind us, and the frigid winter seems unending, the fine folks of Ottawa might be asking—is there any way to see engaging, hilarious, captivating, bilingual performances?!Never fear, for the 15th year, the undercurrents festival is here to soothe all your local theatre needs. “We’re very excited to be celebrating 15 years,” says Alain Richer, executive and artistic director of the Ottawa Fringe Festival, and the undercurrents Festival.

Jan 21, 2025 | apt613.ca | Cristina Paolozzi

A comedy show like no other — the Amuse Bouche Variety Show will tickle your funny bone on Friday January 24 at the Atelier Studio in Arts Court. This show leans heavily on the audience, dictating which performance gets more stage time, and ultimately who wins the opportunity to headline a future show.