Alberta Theater Projects Loses Artist and Executive Producer

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Alberta Theater Projects has abruptly parted ways with Rohit Chokhani, who took over as Artistic Director and Executive Director in November 2021.

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Chokhani’s surprise departure announcement comes on the eve of the opening of The Jungle Book, a holiday show he wrote and directed for the ATP. Although Tuesday’s preview performance of The Jungle Book and Wednesday’s photocall have been canceled, ATP general manager Claudina Morgado has said leadership will be joining the world premiere, which is set to run at the Martha Cohen Theater through December 31. claim that changes to have no effect. .

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No explanation was given for Chohani’s resignation, other than to say that he is no longer with the organization and that there is “no further comment at this time.”

In a statement, ATP Board Chairman Vishal Saini said: We actively engage with the community to ensure the long-term resilience of ATP. “

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Without naming anyone, Saini added, “The board has engaged senior theater experts to provide immediate and interim support to the ATP.”

Chokhani was also meant to direct Anosh Irani’s drama Bombay Black for the company’s March slot.

After saving the company from the brink of bankruptcy in November 2020, ATP was left in shambles by the untimely passing of Darcy Evans, who had led the company since 2018. Calgary theater veteran Haytham Kadri was appointed interim artistic director, and Kyle Russell took over as interim general director until Chohani became a strong candidate in international scrutiny.

ATP also recently posted vacancies for Production Manager, Front of House Manager, Social Media Coordinator and Administrative Assistant.