BLACK BOX THEATRE CO. seeks to ignite change through art that challenges, connects, and enriches both our audiences and artists. By delving into new creations and revitalizing classic works, we commit to being adaptable in our production methods and to continually reflect on our purpose and impact within the community.

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OUR TEAM consists of co-founders James Barclay and Tracy Labrosse, as well as PR specialist Heather Evens.

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JAMES BARCLAY (he/him) is an actor, screenwriter, playwright and director who was born and raised in Vancouver, but spent more than a decade working in the film industry in Europe. He has directed and acted opposite award winners such as Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones), Ulrich Thomson (Banshee) and Zlatko Buric (Wolfs). After returning to Canada, he wrote his first stage play, which will have its world premiere at Hendry Hall in North Vancouver on January 30, 2025.

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TRACY LABROSSE (she/her) is an award winning actress who has graced the stages around metro Vancouver more than 25 years. She is the co-founder of That Other Theatre Company, has directed numerous theatrical productions, and has worked as a production designer on both stage and film productions.

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HEATHER EVENS (she/her) has a bachelor of arts in psychology and law, and among many other subjects, she has formally studied communications, social media, organizational behaviour, and four languages. Her non-acting theatre highlights have included co-founding The Seoul Players and That Other Theatre Company, coordinating the membership program for the GVPTA, and managing social media for the world premiere of Corey Payette’s powerful musical, Children of God. 

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