Theatre of Sheep
| Company type | Independent music group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1980 |
| Defunct | 1984 |
| Headquarters | Portland, Oregon , United States |
| Products | Music recordings (EPs, compilation albums) |
Theatre of Sheep was a new wave ensemble originating from Portland, Oregon in the United States, established in 1982. While they achieved recognition within their local scene, their influence did not extend significantly beyond that region.
History
The group came together in 1980 with members including Rozz Rezabek (formerly of Negative Trend), guitarist Jimi Haskett, drummer Brian Wassman, bassist John (Clifford) Goins, and keyboardist Lesli Arbuthnot. Subsequently, Jim Wallace took over bass duties from Goins. Their 1983 cassette titled A Cathartic Aquacade was produced by Greg Sage, known for his work with the Portland punk outfit Wipers.
In the same year, they released their first 12" extended play record, A Quiet Crusade, on their independent Sheepish label. This was succeeded by a cassette-only compilation album named Theatre of Sheep's Greatest Hits. The band ceased activity in 1984.
Other projects
Following the group's dissolution, Rezabek embarked on a solo career and released the album Lover Legend Liar in 1999. He also appeared in the 1998 documentary film Kurt & Courtney.
Legacy and reunions
In 2006, a collection of Theatre of Sheep's recordings was issued under the title Old Flames. The band briefly reassembled for performances in Portland at Slabtown in 2007 and again in 2010 for the final event at Satyricon.
Members
- Rozz Rezabek – lead vocals (1980–1984, 2007, 2010)
- Jimi Haskett – guitar (1980–1984, 2007, 2010)
- Brian Wassman – drums (1980–1984)
- Lesli Arbuthnot – keyboards (1980–1984, 2007, 2010)
- John (Clifford) Goins – bass (1980)
- Jim Wallace – bass and keyboards (1983, 2007, 2010)
- Mark Sten – bass
- Rob Ohearn – keyboards
- Kevin Jarvis – drums
EPs
- A Cathartic Aquacade cassette (1983, self-released)
- A Quiet Crusade 12" (1983, Sheepish)
Compilation albums
- Theatre of Sheep's Greatest Hits cassette (1984, Sheepish)
- Old Flames (2007, self-released)