CRUMBS

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CRUMBS is an improvisational theatre duo based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

The duo consists of two actors, Stephen Sim, and Lee White. Other members include videographers, musicians, photographers, webmasters, illustrators, producers, agents, publicists, graphic designers, costume designers and hair and make-up artists. Since forming in 1997, they have been to festivals and shows all over North America and Europe.[1] CRUMBS has performed across the world, including multiple appearances at the Berlin International Improv Festival, as well as winning tournaments in Vancouver, Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton and beyond. They also perform regularly in the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival[2] and with Edmonton's Rapid Fire Theatre. In 2006 CRUMBS member Stephen Sim played on Team Canada with Jacob Bannigan and Derek Flores in the FIFA sponsored World Cup of Improv in Germany. At 16 countries and shows throughout Germany, was the largest international improv tournament ever. They won. It was the only time Canada has won anything at a FIFA World Cup Event. CRUMBS specializes in long-form improvisation.[3]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Nicholls, Liz. "Winnipeg improv duo lend their quick wits to Rapid Fire's season opener", Edmonton Journal, CanWest MediaWorks Publications, 2007-09-21. Retrieved on 2007-12-03. 
  2. ^ Fringe Festival
  3. ^ Berry, David. "An Eight-Ball of Theatre", Vue Weekly. Retrieved on 2007-12-03. 

[edit] External links

Crumbs Improv website