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Unexpected THEATRE
Unexpected Theatre is a space for emerging and established artists to showcase their merit, evolve their craft, and showcase high-value art. Where we lead by example... Exemplifying what it really means to be intentional, inspirational and influential artists in North America.
Our work embodies this through a twofold vision of "Art in Action". In the first half of each season, our artists come directly to you, our community—bringing creativity into public and private spaces through professional development, outreach, and corporate collaborations. In the second half, that same spirit comes alive on stage through contemporary Canadian works and bold re-imaginings of classics and hit musicals. Together, these efforts not only inspire our audiences with a lasting impression but ignite meaningful action long after the final bow.











![Hey world, happy new year!
Over the last year and a half I have endeavored to bring this simmering creative vision into... well the actual world. And I can't, and haven't, and won't do this alone and now I am so excited to finally share and welcome you all to be a part of my journey.
Why Unexpected? Cause it's what I am drawn to. I am innately intrigued by difference and choose not to fear it or laugh at it... but embrace it fully: leading with curiosity. I never expected to call Ottawa my home and in fact the first thing I said when I got here is I am leaving yet here we are and I have strangely fallen in love and cannot wait to give back to a city that afforded me so much novelty and re-centering within my life. I truly hope that this entity will become a piece of the puzzle that invigorates Canada's capital and artistic souls across North America.
So what is happening now? 2026 is our preseason: where we get to formally introduce ourselves, offer up workshops and select programming and launch a highly ambitious fundraising effort to contribute to this nation's capital by bringing brilliant theatrical experiences and resources to our community.
I am so excited press forward with you all and am insanely terrified of how this will all pan out, but we will damn well try our best and I believe in this.. I hope you do too someday.
So who else is on board? Well... without further ado...introducing Unexpected Théâtre:
[in order of appearance top to bottom, left to right]
Founding Artistic Director - Micah Jondel DeShazer (he/they)
Company Manager - Krystal Pope (she/her)
Resident Company - Andrea Romero Cartas (she/her), Salem Valentine (he/they), Naomi Miller (she/her), Paris Healey (she/her), Ryan Mendoza (he/him), Kay Sinclaire (they/them)
Board Chair - JT Morris
Vice Chair - Joanne John
Secretary - Axandre Lemours
With a special shoutout to our latest addition and contracted fundraising expert: @tasha_in_wonderland
Stay connected & curious. Until next time (which will be p soon haha)
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