“A Day in the Life” with Calgary Performance Artist Jillian Bauer

April 21, 2021 Admin Arts, Performing Arts

Spirited and outgoing, Jillian has grown up around singing and theatre with her four other siblings. Music and theatre has always been present in our household, so it was no surprise when Jillian took her first steps to the stage at age 10 in Honk! the Musical. This once shy little girl, who would hide behind my legs, has now blossomed into a confident performer.

Her poise on stage comes from decades of experience in various performing art forms. Growing up, she had an amazing team of mentors, including her voice teacher Patrice Barnes and acting coach Tory Doctor. Highly committed to honing her craft, she completed a Performing and Visual Arts diploma at Central Memorial High School. Afterwards she was accepted into the University of Utah’s BFA Musical Theatre program, where she completed a year of training.

Her quirky sense of humour has led her to fun roles such as Lily St Regis in Annie, Cinderella in Disenchanted, Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Freckleface Strawberry in Freckleface Strawberry and Princess Elizabeth in The Paper Bag Princess. Jillian has also dipped her toe into a few film projects over the years, including staring in a Jann Arden music video.

Recognizing the importance of broadening her skills, Jillian has completed a degree in public relations and marketing from MRU, graduating in 2020. She also enjoys creating music, exploring the mountains, spending time with her puppy Gambit and tasty dining experiences.

As her mom, it has been a joy to watch her grow, support her passion and follow her journey through all the challenges she has faced. I look forward to seeing where she takes her life next.

-Kathy Bauer

Jillian Bauer (Princess Elizabeth), Daniel Fong (Prince Ronald) and Steve Morton (Mr. Dragon) wrapping up production on the Paper Bag Princess, the Musical with Storybook Theatre.
Jillian Bauer (Princess Elizabeth), Daniel Fong (Prince Ronald) and Steve Morton (Mr. Dragon) wrapping up production on the Paper Bag Princess, the Musical with Storybook Theatre.
Recording music at OLC Studio for the Paper Bag Princess.
Recording music at OLC Studio for the Paper Bag Princess.
Jillian leads a healthy and active lifestyle, whether it is at the gym (or home gym these days) working on her goals; or hiking and backpacking in the mountains enjoying nature.
Jillian leads a healthy and active lifestyle, whether it is at the gym (or home gym these days) working on her goals; or hiking and backpacking in the mountains enjoying nature.
As a communications professional, a large part of her day is dedicated to creating and maintaining marketing and communications projects. Her favourite part of communications is writing, problem solving and doing visual designs. She often will create prompts for herself to practice her skills in graphic design.
As a communications professional, a large part of her day is dedicated to creating and maintaining marketing and communications projects. Her favourite part of communications is writing, problem solving and doing visual designs. She often will create prompts for herself to practice her skills in graphic design.
Jillian is working hard to re-enter the acting community since she graduated in 2020. She often spends her free time working professional development, such as building her repertoire by reading scripts for practicing new music and techniques.
Jillian is working hard to re-enter the acting community since she graduated in 2020. She often spends her free time working professional development, such as building her repertoire by reading scripts for practicing new music and techniques.
Jillian is a total foodie! She loves to explore local restaurants and bars, finding the trendiest spots for a delicious meals and drinks. At home she loves come down after a long day by cooking, often experimenting with different cuisines and flavours.
Jillian is a total foodie! She loves to explore local restaurants and bars, finding the trendiest spots for a delicious meals and drinks. At home she loves come down after a long day by cooking, often experimenting with different cuisines and flavours.
David Grof (Rooster), Amanda-Rae Cross (Ms. Hannigan) and Jillian Bauer (Lily St. Regis) performing Easy Street from Storybook Theatre’s recent production of Annie the Musical.
David Grof (Rooster), Amanda-Rae Cross (Ms. Hannigan) and Jillian Bauer (Lily St. Regis) performing Easy Street from Storybook Theatre’s recent production of Annie the Musical.
Outside of theatre, Jillian is a singer/song writer. She has an eclectic taste in music, but mostly plays and writes indie country music. She has played on various stages in Calgary, including at the Calgary Stampede. Daily, Jillian works on her singing and explores different genres of music to increase her knowledge and repertoire. (photo by @oluojeyinka on Instagram)
Outside of theatre, Jillian is a singer/song writer. She has an eclectic taste in music, but mostly plays and writes indie country music. She has played on various stages in Calgary, including at the Calgary Stampede. Daily, Jillian works on her singing and explores different genres of music to increase her knowledge and repertoire. (photo by @oluojeyinka on Instagram)

What hood are you in?

I currently live in the vibrant community of Marda Loop. I love that it’s close to 17th Ave, downtown core and accessible to larger roads, but still quite quiet and cozy with all the amenities you need.

What do you do?

I have a degree in public relations and marketing, but I am currently working with Alberta Health Services to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. On the side I do freelance communications and design work and am continuing to pursue a career in acting and singing.

What are you currently working on?

I just completed filming The Paper Bag Princess, the musical with Storybook Theatre. I played Princess Elizabeth, which was a childhood dream come true, and it runs online from April ninth to 25th. Other projects I am currently working on at the moment include professional development – such as building a website, expanding my repertoire and self-educating – and working on the marketing for Brown Cow Collective’s upcoming show, Hair the Musical.

Where can we find your work?

You can watch The Paper Bag Princess by purchasing a streaming ticket from Storybook Theatre. You can also follow me on Instagram for updates on new projects.

 

 

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