“These four, tightly-told stories were carefully selected by SHIFT’s panel for their boldness and originality,” says Nicole (Coco) Roberge, newly appointed Artistic Director of SHIFT Theatre. “The festival was founded on forward-thinking, DIY values to provide a bigger platform for smaller shows; over the years, it has helped local, emerging participants grow into prolific professional artists. This year’s sophisticated scripts and inherent collaborations range from the profoundly personal to the uproariously political. We can’t wait to share these fresh, provocative stories with Vancouver’s audiences.”