Out of the Darke Project
Operating since January 1929, Darke Hall is a performing arts venue that is a jewel on the prairies located at the University of Regina College Avenue Campus.
In celebration of the building renewal and reopening in 2022, the University of Regina Conservatory of Performing Arts created a literary and multimedia project called Out of the Darke to share untold oral stories and unwritten histories of this historic performing arts venue. The audio series was created and hosted by Paul Dechene in partnership with the Conservatory.
The final audio series aired on 91.3FM CJTR Regina Community Radio. The first broadcast of each episode was on Wednesdays from 9-10am CST with a rebroadcast on Sundays from 8-9pm CST. Episodes aired from April 20 - June 12, 2022. Video versions (with archival images of Darke Hall) are posted on the Conservatory of Performing Arts YouTube Channel.
A free digital publication about the project can be downloaded here: Out of the Darke Project Booklet.
Watch and Listen to the Episodes on YouTube: The Out of the Darke Project YouTube Playlist
We want to thank the Regina Symphony Orchestra, 91.3FM CJTR Regina Community Radio, and the University of Regina Archives & Special Collections for their help and support with this project.
Thanks to all of the participants for the stories you shared, the words you wrote, the music you played, and the memories you recounted.