The Gas Station At The
Edge Of The Universe
CREDITS
Playwright: Trinity Tacknyk
Director: Trinity Tacknyk
Stage Manager: Zach Giardine
Assistant Stage Manager: Ashley-Marie Guerrin, Natalia Vahl, Samantha Derbyshire
Lighting Design: Jade Showers
York U Sound Design: Amber Bean
Edinburgh Sound Design: Zach Giardine
Costume Design: Rachel Van Staalduinen
Props Design: Sophie Cheung & Jenny Yang
Set Design: Vic Lusby & Olivia De Wilde
Fight Coordinator: Matt Finnigan
Photo Credit: Maggie Stempt
Served as Stage Manager for The Gas Station at the Edge of the Universe by Trinity Tacknyk, a deeply emotional and surreal production exploring grief, memory, and identity. The role involved coordinating a highly abstract world where reality continuously shifted, requiring precise cue calling to support fluid transitions between locations, characters, and psychological states. Managing the pacing of these shifts was essential to maintaining clarity for the audience while preserving the dreamlike quality of the piece.
Working closely with the director and creative team, the process emphasized strong communication, adaptability, and attention to detail in both rehearsal and performance. The production relied on seamless integration of technical elements and performance, strengthening skills in organization, cue timing, and supporting emotionally driven storytelling.
Performed At:
York University, Toronto ON Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh UK
