WINNER OF THE GERALD OSBORN PLAYWRITING AWARD

"One of the most multifaceted artists in the industry." - Liz Nicholls

“Rebecca exhibits all of the qualities

that herald the arrival of an artist to

be taken seriously, and of whom we can expect great things.” - Darrin Hagen

The Unsyncables Nominated for Outstanding Fringe Production 2017

Rivercity the Musical

Nominated for Outstanding Fringe New Work 2018

5 South

Nominated for Outstanding Fringe New Work and Best Dramatic Performance by an Actor 2020

Jesus Teaches Us Things

Nominated for Outstanding Fringe New Work, Outstanding Production and Outstanding Performance 2023

Most Recent Credits Include

Name, Title

LEAD VOCALIST

RuPaul's Drag Race: “Thorgy & the Thorchestra."

Found Festival: “Off’d on Whyte.”
Catalyst Theatre: “4Play.”

Guys in Disguise: "Klondykes."

Originals in The Edmonton International Fringe Festival (details below).

LOCAL COLLABORATIONS

Guys in Disguise, Cardiac Theatre, Theatre Network, The Fox Den Collective, Punctuate! Theatre, Wild Side Productions, Impossible Mongoose, Whizgiggling Productions, Promise Productions, Theatre Yes, Broken Toys Theatre, Capitol Theatre, Skirtsafire, Trunk Theatre, Workshop West and The Citadel.

DIRECTING & WRITING CREDITS

DAMMITAMMY PRODUCTIONS

“5 South."

“The Unsyncables.”

“Rivercity the Musical.”

“Merk du Soleil.”

“Bountiful.”

"Scoobie Doosical."

"Jesus Teaches Us Things."
Rebecca has been nominated for seven Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Awards for her work as a writer, producer and performer and is the proud recipient of The Gerald Osborn Playwriting Award.

THE STORY OF THE DAMMITAMMY NAME

There was this girl in high-school named Tammy. Tammy, was not good at sports. I on the other hand, was a very passionate athlete and much to my chagrin, was paired with Tammy during our school's badminton tournament. Not wanting to fail gym, I coached dear Tammy on her "technique". After a few dozen failed attempts to hit the birdie I finally snapped and said, "Damnit Tammy! Are you even trying?!" It was the meanest thing I've ever done.

I decided to name my company in honor of Tammy: the girl who couldn't hit the shuttlecock.

Artistic Statement

The mission of Dammitammy Productions is to foster an environment of equity and inclusivity. We deeply appreciate the richness that diverse perspectives bring, and we are committed to upholding the human rights of every individual. We enthusiastically welcome submissions from artists of all backgrounds embracing the full spectrum of ethnicities, cultures, gender expressions, sexual orientations, body types, and abilities. We are dedicated to working collaboratively with you to ensure a suitable and accessible experience!

- Rebecca Merkley