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Gay Ancestors

November 15, 2024 - 7:30pm

Presentation House Theatre, North Vancouver

Duration: 20 min - Work in Progress

This multilingual play is crafted by devising artists Sarvin Esmaeili, Angelic Goldsky, Chantal Gering, Rae Grant Duff, Tanaz Roudgar, and Anjalica Solomon.

Photo by Alger Liang

Enjoy two work-in-progress performances, each 25 minutes long, with one ticket. A brief transition will occur between the shows. Don’t miss this chance to experience exciting new theatre.

Description

The performance celebrates queer and trans diasporic tales. By embodying ancestral teachings and rituals from diverse cultures, the performance invites audiences to delve into the depths of understanding love as a radical collective. With a focus on permission to fail, witness, and evolve, this play offers a transformative experience that honors the complexities of identity and community.

Highlights of the Devising Artists:

  • Angelic was shortlisted for the LCP Spoken Word Award.

  • Anjalica is recording her debut album as a solo artist.

  • Chantal is the recipient of the Training School's Spring Scholarship for dance.

  • Rae was recognized by the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth for their work with the Canada Service Corps.

  • Tanaz had one of the starring roles in the world premiere of "Dil Ka" at Presentation House.

In the spirit of storytelling, we pause to honour this land's ancient and contemporary narratives. We stand upon the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Just as we celebrate the diverse voices of immigrant and refugee artists, we recognize the First Peoples who have woven this place's first and enduring tales. Their stories are a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of community. As we come together from many corners of the world, may we always remember, respect, and learn from this land's stories.

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