Choreographer Lua Shayenne is healing the world through stories
Interview with Lua Shayenne
Dance & Musical Theatre
Dancer Yuichiro Inoue explores “Ma” and Memory in KIOKU NO MA – 記憶の間
“Choreographing KIOKU NO MA – 記憶の間 is a means of transmitting myself — who I am, my essence, and how I feel through emotions and experiences.” Interview with Yuichiro Inoue
Choreographer Elle Sofe Sara explores Sámi identity and our kinship with nature in Vástádus eana – The Answer Is Land
“I think art speaks beyond borders.” Interview with Elle Sofe Sara
Waawaate Fobister’s Omaagomaan is a powerful comment on the resilience of Grassy Narrows
“Whether dancing, clowning or interacting with the audience, the magnetic Fobister commands the stage and draws the audience’s gaze.” Review of Omaagomaan
Choreographers Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu decipher the immigrant experience in new dance work, Deciphers
“Immigration has been a reality in human history for millions of years, and in our cozy modern lives we often forget that humans are transient beings…” Interview with dancemakers Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu
(Sonya and) Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812: In conversation with Camille Eanga-Selenge
“I cannot wait for audiences to experience this musical that shows you the possibilities of what musical theatre can be.” In conversation with Camille Eanga-Selenge
Danielle Wade is thrilled to be home for the brand-new Canadian holiday musical “Chris, Mrs.”
“Matt Stodolak and Katie Kerr have carefully constructed a story that we hope leaves the audience in the warmest of holiday spirits.” Interview with Danielle Wade, “Chris, Mrs.”
Connection, mastery and flow: Johanna Prize-winning choreographer Natasha Powell discusses her art and origins
Interview with choreographer Natasha Powell, just named one of the five winners of the 2023 Johanna Metcalf Performing Arts Prize.
Reimagining revolution: Saccha Dennis’ Jesus Christ Superstar is a Black Panther
“If an audience is compelled to recognize biases and mistreatment of others and to advocate for any ounce of activism in their community, the impact of the show has been achieved.” Interview with Saccha Dennis