KOQM
When
Runs from
Thursday October 13 2022
to Sunday October 16 2022
Approximate running time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Venue
Event Notes
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Highland Arts Theatre Presents
KOQM
A Nesuita'si Storytelling Production
Written and performed by shalan joudry
Directed by Ken Schwartz, Mask Coaching by Ann-Marie Kerr, Movement Consultants: Susanne Chui & Sarah Prosper
Supporting Producer: Two Planks and a Passion Theatre
Poster photo by Dan Froese
Travel through time to pivotal moments in Mik’maw history through the perspective of a mulitude of characters all played by Nova Scotia's celebrated creator/performer, shalan joudry. Throughout the course of the show we hear and meet the women who might have spoken and walked through one area of forest over centuries. Guided by the strength of an ancient tree (“koqm”), the women’s voices share with us their personal stories of grief, humour and resiliency through a unique theatrical experience.
This production is is priced based on Pay What You Can Donations with free tickets available for those in need thanks to our Radical Access Program.
PWYC removes a financial barrier, giving everyone the chance to see our shows. This is made possible thanks to our monthly donors and those who are able choosing a higher price point, and for this you can be guided by the recommended donation. Thank you for supporting us and the community by continuing to book with us. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Tickets: Suggested Donation of $25 per ticket (Tax-deductible Charitable Receipt will be issued at the end of the year)
FREE tickets available thanks to Radical Access
October 13 to 16, 2022
Thursday to Saturday at 7:30PM Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM
Content Warning: Please be aware that this performance includes references to harmful impacts of European-Canadian colonization suffered by L’nu’k (Mi’kmaq). Some of these include: abuse at the residential school, forced separation of families, forced relocation, loss of access to hunting and fishing grounds, small pox, genocide as well as lasting inter-generational effects of these.
This production is brought to you in part by Arts Nova Scotia, The Canada Council for the Arts, Canadian Heritage, and the donations of hundreds of people from around the world thanks to our Radical Access program.
To sign up for monthly donations and ensure we can continue to create accessible theatre to audiences in Cape Breton and beyond, please visit our website here:
https://www.highlandartstheatre.com/ray2
DISCLAIMER:
This performance will be booked at full capacity with no physical distancing. Masks are highly recommended but not mandatory at this time. This policy may be subject to change pending mandates from the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage.
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you are acknowledging you've completed the Province of Nova Scotia's COVID-19 self-assessment and confirm that you or anyone in your household: •do not exhibit any of the symptoms of COVID-19 •are not awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you agree to adhere to any federal, provincial or municipal health and safety directions and venue protocols related to COVID-19. You recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume any associated risk.
We are committed to keeping our audience, staff, and artists safe and secure. If you have any feedback or concerns, please feel free to contact us at: info@highlandartstheatre.com
Thank you so much and see you soon at the HAT!
KOQM
A Nesuita'si Storytelling Production
Written and performed by shalan joudry
Directed by Ken Schwartz, Mask Coaching by Ann-Marie Kerr, Movement Consultants: Susanne Chui & Sarah Prosper
Supporting Producer: Two Planks and a Passion Theatre
Poster photo by Dan Froese
Travel through time to pivotal moments in Mik’maw history through the perspective of a mulitude of characters all played by Nova Scotia's celebrated creator/performer, shalan joudry. Throughout the course of the show we hear and meet the women who might have spoken and walked through one area of forest over centuries. Guided by the strength of an ancient tree (“koqm”), the women’s voices share with us their personal stories of grief, humour and resiliency through a unique theatrical experience.
This production is is priced based on Pay What You Can Donations with free tickets available for those in need thanks to our Radical Access Program.
PWYC removes a financial barrier, giving everyone the chance to see our shows. This is made possible thanks to our monthly donors and those who are able choosing a higher price point, and for this you can be guided by the recommended donation. Thank you for supporting us and the community by continuing to book with us. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Tickets: Suggested Donation of $25 per ticket (Tax-deductible Charitable Receipt will be issued at the end of the year)
FREE tickets available thanks to Radical Access
October 13 to 16, 2022
Thursday to Saturday at 7:30PM Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM
Content Warning: Please be aware that this performance includes references to harmful impacts of European-Canadian colonization suffered by L’nu’k (Mi’kmaq). Some of these include: abuse at the residential school, forced separation of families, forced relocation, loss of access to hunting and fishing grounds, small pox, genocide as well as lasting inter-generational effects of these.
This production is brought to you in part by Arts Nova Scotia, The Canada Council for the Arts, Canadian Heritage, and the donations of hundreds of people from around the world thanks to our Radical Access program.
To sign up for monthly donations and ensure we can continue to create accessible theatre to audiences in Cape Breton and beyond, please visit our website here:
https://www.highlandartstheatre.com/ray2
DISCLAIMER:
This performance will be booked at full capacity with no physical distancing. Masks are highly recommended but not mandatory at this time. This policy may be subject to change pending mandates from the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage.
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you are acknowledging you've completed the Province of Nova Scotia's COVID-19 self-assessment and confirm that you or anyone in your household: •do not exhibit any of the symptoms of COVID-19 •are not awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you agree to adhere to any federal, provincial or municipal health and safety directions and venue protocols related to COVID-19. You recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume any associated risk.
We are committed to keeping our audience, staff, and artists safe and secure. If you have any feedback or concerns, please feel free to contact us at: info@highlandartstheatre.com
Thank you so much and see you soon at the HAT!