soulOtheatre . . .

NEW soulOtheatre COURSES in TORONTO & NYC!

Developed by Tracey Erin Smith at Ryerson University's ACT II Studio, soulOtheatre is an innovative, interactive program designed to help people create - write, direct and star - in their own one-person show by transforming raw material from their life-stories into creative solo performances. Smith's process turns personal experience into compelling and entertaining theatre, with no prior acting experience necessary. Learn More Here...

Video interview and show excerpts

"..no matter where you are in your life... you can always find your real purpose... in the most unlikely place!"

Watch the interview with Tracey Erin Smith, and excerpts from her show.

Photographs from the Toronto Production

Tracey Erin Smith in all her glory! Have a look at these photos from the Toronto Production.

New York loves The Burning Bush

Theatre Online's Lauren Wissot had this to say about The Burning Bush:

“The Burning Bush! is one hell of an act of salvation..."
Read more reviews here.

The Burning Bush Team

Interview with director Anita La Salva >

In her interview, Anita La Salva, director of The Burning Bush, said "you had me at "Stripping Rabbi". A veteran of stage and screen, Anita loves pushing boundaries.

Interview with lighthing designer Trevor Schwellnus >

Trev designed the lighting scheme for the The Burning Bush. We asked Trev to answer a few questions about his participation in the current production. A man of few words, and great actions, Trev keeps it real short.

Interview with composer Drew Jurecka >

Drew Jurecka composed original music for the The Burning Bush. We asked Drew to answer a few questions about his and fellow musician Rebekah Wolkstein's participation in the current production.

Newsflash

Wednesday, October 28, 2009
"Canadians continue to congregate off-Broadway" says THE GLOBE AND MAIL'S J. Kelly Nestruck in his Theatre blog about stars and Canadian's headed to The Great White Way.

Thursday, June 18, 2009
Eye Weekly's Paul Gallant writes about The Burning Bush, and Jackie Mason's influence on Tracey Erin Smith's writing.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009
The Bulletin's Kirstyn Brown writes about Tracey's background and inspiration.

Saturday June 07, 2009
The Burning Bush! review in New York's Theatreonline.com
Theatre Online's Lauren Wissot says: "Smith paints pictures with her animated face and body, bringing Barbara’s vivid story, a perfect blend of poignancy and lunacy, to life."
Read the full review here

Thursday, June 04, 2009
JTA, The "Global News Service of the Jewish People" features 'The Burning Bush' in an article about the state of Jewish Theater today

Wednesday, June 03, 2009

The Burning Bush! Opened in New York's Festival of Jewish Theatre and Idea

Saturday, May 16, 2009
USATODAY is reporting on The Burning Bush in New York!