ABOUT
LAUREN HOLFEUER (she/her) is a writer, producer, and creator. Born and raised in Saskatoon, she holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama from the University of Saskatchewan and is a graduate of the Globe Theatre Actor Training Conservatory. She’s performed in critically acclaimed plays and musicals on stages across Canada, has developed works with companies like Playwrights Workshop Montreal and Factory Theatre, and is a published writer with pieces in The Billfold and Intermission Magazine. Lauren is the Artistic Director of indie Thigh High Theatre, which focuses on the development and advocacy of female artists.
Lauren has finally settled in Toronto after living in Saskatoon, Montreal, New York state, and travelling for work so much that she’s an expert in living out of a suitcase (very cramped quarters). In Toronto, she’s able to expand her body of work into film and focus on her main passion, writing.
Lauren originally trained in acting and producing but these days she finds herself sharpening her skills in other areas. She directed her first major project in the spring of 2015 after spearheading the creation of the collaborative project Our Four Walls (SATA nomination for Outstanding Original Script), a joint production between Thigh High Theatre and MuD Collective. Since then Lauren has focused her energy on writing and helping others write. She is currently developing a handful of scripted projects.
Outside of theatre, Lauren is a podcast enthusiast, an avid musician (top shelf shower singer), a devout consumer of Mexican food, a bourbon fanatic, and she never shies away from some good shenanigans.
REVIEWS
THE SISTERS FOX, 2017
"two excellent performances by its stars." (Stephanie McKay, Saskatoon Starphoenix)
"Holfeuer’s transformation into a stodgy, male sceptic is quite hilarious." (Stephanie McKay, Saskatoon Starphoenix)
CYMBELINE, 2015:
"There are no poor players in the cast. Lauren Holfeuer is a standout as Imogen, her emotions believable and wide-ranging and her poise impressive." (Cam Fuller, Saskatoon Starphoenix)
SALT-WATER MOON, 2014:
"The chemistry between Holfeuer and Ramsden is excellent and they do a great job of portraying the complex characters. Their performances are especially commendable, given the challenges of 1920's Newfoundland dialect and the sheer volume of dialogue." (Joe Couture, Regina Leader Post)
MATCHSTICK, 2013:
"Holfeuer turns in an outstanding performance in the title role." (Joff Schmidt, CBC Manitoba)
"The two are impressive musicians exhibiting a mastery of a large number of instruments and switching characters (and sexes) seamlessly -- sometimes in the middle of a speech. Using multi-track techniques, Howe's guitar often takes on the power of a large orchestra. Holfeuer has a lovely, pure voice and makes for a feisty heroine." (Edmonton Sun, 2013)
"What is most admirable about Matchstick is that Howe and Holfeuer are fearless in veering to the theatrical fringe and isn’t that the reason we have a fringe festival in the first place." (Kevin Prokosh, Winnipeg Free Press)
"Holfeuer is masterful at depicting Matchstick's vulnerability combined with a determination to find a happy ending." (Trish Chang, Apt. 613)
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, 2013:
"Lauren Holfeuer, starring as Elizabeth Bennet, is wonderful in the role." (Joe Couture, Leader-Post)
FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS, 2011:
"Lauren Holfeuer's wounded turn as Georgeanne, the bride's (ugly duckling) sidekick, is instantly sympathetic. Equal parts pitiful and entertaining, Holfeuer makes you root for Georgeanne despite her many flaws. The only problem with her casting is the fact Holfeuer is obviously no ugly duckling." (Stephanie McKay, Saskatoon Starphoenix)
