CREATIVE TEAM
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - ISAAC MULÈ (he/him)
Isaac studied Theatre and Performance (University of Waterloo), as well as Film and TV (Humber College), and has a Diploma in Child and Youth Work (Sheridan College). Isaac has performed on stage and worked as a Production Stage Manager; The Suitcase (Theatre Mada, 2019), and Chelsea’s Story (JM Drama, 2019).
Isaac has written for film and theatre; his screenplay Tomorrow, advanced into the second round of the Bluecat International Screenplay Contest, finishing in the top 100, out of 700 international submissions. His theatre credits include; There Are No Gays In Chechnya (in-development), Mr. Wonderful, and I (Hamilton Fringe, Halifax Frine, 2021, Toronto Gay Theatre Festival, 2020), Shattered (Modus Vivendi, 2014).
Isaac was awarded a grant for his project Mr. Wonderful and I, from the Waterloo Regional Arts Fund, and a Recommender Grant Theatre Creators: Roseneath Theatre.
board of directors
CHAIR OF THE BOARD - Abhishek Bhuchar
Abhishek is a seasoned community member, having been a part of various organizations in Halifax. He was the Co-Chair of the Saint Mary’s Young Alumni Committee, a volunteer and Associate Director with Fusion Halifax, and representative for United Way. In addition to Page 1 Theatre, Abhishek currently serves on the Executive team of the Saint Mary’s Alumni council and is the current Vice-Chair of Fusion Halifax.
In the arts, Abhishek is a stand-up comedian, recently appearing in the HubCap Festival as a finalist in the Open Mic Competition. Abhishek has also appeared in the 2024 Halifax Fringe Festival and performs improv in Halifax. He is a part of this year’s OutFest Comedy Stage as the host and producer.
Outside of his community involvement, Abhishek is a Licensed Realtor with Exit Real Estate Professionals, where he focuses his Queer Realty business on providing safe, inclusive and non-discriminatory services.
TREASURER - Kieran Parmelee
BOARD MEMBERS: Natasha Puka - Diego Guerrero - Ella MacDonald
ARTISTIC ASSOCIATES
FESTIVAL DRAMATURG (OutFest 2021 - ) - Annie Valentina
Annie Valentina (she/her) has spent most of her life in theatre developing new work – whether as dramaturg, director, playwright or producer. 20 years a local, Annie is an alumna of Dalhousie's theatre program and was co-founder of multi-award-winning company The Doppler Effect, bringing many new works of drama to the stage from 2010 to 2017. Since 2018, she has served as the Artistic Associate of Neptune Theatre, where she coordinates the INKubator play development program. In her own practice, she’s currently hard at work procrastinating a second draft of her new play Ballad of the Motherland.
Annie is passionate about Queer voices and lenses, emerging artist mentorship, and innovation in storytelling. She is thrilled to be joining Page 1 Theatre as a resident dramaturg with OutFest.
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Backpack Studios is an Interactive Media Company based in Kjipuktuk / Halifax, Nova Scotia. Lead designer Daniel Wittnebel is a passionate designer and visual communicator valuing creativity, purpose, and growth in every project. With over five years of experience supporting non-profits in the arts sector, Daniel has accumulated a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience translating complex ideas into compelling visuals. I’m currently working with Eastern Front Theatre, The Maritime Conservatory, and individual clients, helping to spread the love of the performing arts in Nova Scotia.