Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

This blog post is first in a series that is profiling our incredible sponsors and talented community members leading up to our Zombie Prom fundraiser on February 25^th. Everyone you see profiled here is dedicated not only to supporting the development of Asian Canadian theatre, but also to building a stronger, truly multicultural Canadian community. fu-GEN certainly would not be the same without the support of these amazing people and organizations.

Our first amazing organization is Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, the Wine Sponsor for our Zombie Prom. Barefoot Wine & Bubbly is, however, more than just a Wine Sponsor. This company has a history of supporting not-for-profits and charities all across North America. In fact, rather than having a traditional advertising budgets like most companies, Barefoot dedicates it’s advertising budget entirely to not-for-profit organizations. Their mandate is about building connections with the community, rather than selling you a sexy product.

Not to say their product isn’t sexy. Because it is. If you attend the Zombie Prom you will be able to taste their Moscato (both the white and sparkling varieties). This is a deliciously sweet wine with notes of bright citrus, peach and apricot with a hint of tangerine in the sparkling! Grown from Muscat grapes in California, these are not wines to be missed.

Toronto’s “Barefooter” is none other than Wesley Kwong, who you can catch pouring their awesome wine during the Zombie Prom. Wesley is an outstanding individual who has spared no effort in delving head-on into what will hopefully be a long lasting partnership with fu-GEN. In other words, expect to see this guy around. He is a great sport, having promised to dive in to the theatrics of the evening by dressing the part for the evening. While pouring wine, don’t be surprised if Wesley chats you up a bit—because in the true Barefoot spirit, he is here to get to know the fu-GEN community... and maybe make you happier in the process!

Tickets for our fundraiser are still on sale—you can get them by contacting Jenna Rodgers, Asian Canadian Community Developer: jenna@fu-gen.org, or by calling the fu-GEN office at 416-920-2828.

Job Opportunity!

Through the generous support of TD Bank Group, fu-GEN Theatre Company is offering a nine-month Administrative Intern position beginning in March 2012. This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate with a passion for theatre who wants to build a diverse skill set in arts administration through mentorship with Canada's foremost Asian Canadian theatre company. This position offers a valuable training opportunity in a not-for-profit model.

The successful candidate will report directly to the General Manager and the Artistic Director and assist with many aspects of implementing the company's activities of 2012, including special events celebrating fu-GEN's 10th Anniversary Season.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Updating headshot and resume files
• Organizing and maintaining company archives
• Networking and liaising with various community partners
• Assistance with marketing and fundraising initiatives
• Attending fu-GEN events and acting as an ambassador for the company
• Support staff for fu-GEN events and fundraisers
• Managing volunteers for various events
• General office duties as assigned

The successful candidate possesses excellent written and oral communication skills; initiative; strong organizational skills; computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel); and is resourceful. A background in the arts is an asset.

This is a part-time position (from March 2012 to December 2012), at $14/hour, approximately 20 hours per week on average. Hours per week will adjust according to the level of activity.

Please submit a cover letter and resume by February 29, 2012 to info@fu-gen.org

Selected candidates will be interviewed beginning in March.

About fu-GEN fu-GEN is a charitable, not-for-profit theatre company dedicated to the development of professional Asian Canadian theatre artists through the production of new and established works. our vision is to be a home for Asian Canadian theatre artists and their work. We exist to make our artists and our stories visible in the theatre community, and the Canadian community at large. In nine years, we have become the premiere producer of Asian Canadian theatre in Canada and have built a reputation of artistic excellence with 17 Dora Mavor Moore nominations.