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Black in Canada ()

Produced by

Artists in Motion

Presented by

Next Stage Theatre Festival

Director: Shameka Blake
Choreographer: Shameka Blake

Venue

The Alexander Street Chamber Theatre

Run

October 19th, 2023 – October 29th, 2023

Synopsis

Black in Canada is an episodic performance that uses dance, spoken word, and recorded archives to reinforce the powerful impact that Black people have had on the social and cultural fabric of our land. The work interprets the hurtful consequences of systemic racism and aims to educate the audience about the true histories and contemporary climate of hate speech and racial oppression within Canada. The show celebrates the strength of the black community , and how through all adversities, still create art and culture that influences Canadian society. (nowplayingtoronto.com)


Cast

Onija Bennett Principal Dancer
Diane Jean-Louis Principal Dancer
Marquisha Sparkes-Whonder Principal Dancer
Kayla-Renée Wilson Principal Dancer

Creative Team

Shameka Blake Director
Shameka Blake Choreographer
Vivine Scarlett Dramaturge

Production

Willem Sadler Stage Manager
Sammi Vassell Media Manager