Venue Location
Conexus Arts Centre Shumiatcher Room Alley
IMPORTANT
We have had a Covid-19 incident arise within the Sir John A: Acts of a Gentrified Ojibway Rebellion team; which unfortunately necessitates the cancellation of the performances between February 22nd – February 26th.
PAY-WHAT-YOU-WILL NIGHTS
Wednesday March 8th & Thursday March 9th @ 7:30 pm
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— All performances on date are sold-out
February 22 - March 12, 2023
Sir John A:Acts of a Gentrified Ojibway Rebellion
By Drew Hayden Taylor
A ‘buddy’ adventure that is part road trip - part grand heist - this story follows two Ojibway men, Bobby Rabbit, and his wannabe rock star friend Hugh, who leave their reserve and head out on the TransCanada highway to right a cultural wrong. To retrieve his grandfather’s medicine pouch from the British museum, Bobby and Hugh will steal precious relics to hold as ransom - Sir John A. MacDonald’s bones. Along the way they pick up, Anya a white student from a prestigious university with opinions on absolutely everything. These three sort historical fact from fiction to chart their own terms for reconciliation. All the while Sir John himself makes appearances to ruminate on legacy and nationhood. First premiering at The National Arts Centre, this is a funny and inquisitive piece of theatre that invites us all to brush off the cobwebs of history with grace, courage and a few laughs along the road.
Content: Residential Schools, The Indian Act & language 14+ recommended.
"The actors were outstanding - so well cast. And the play was so enjoyable with just the right amount of humour. I even learned some history!! Such amazing talent, so entertaining. The finale was the best!!" Jill McDougall, Globe Theatre Patron
Cast and
Creative Team
Skyler Anderson
Bobby Rabbit
Hugh
John A MacDonald
Sarah Bergbusch
Anya
Co-Director
Co-Director
Kaitlin Hickey
Set & Lighting Designer
Sound Designer
Jeff Chief
Costume Designer
UV Indigenous Artwork Designer
Stage Manager
Apprentice Stage Manager
