Native Earth Performing Arts: February Newsletter

Opportunities for Indigenous Artists, and more!

MÉTIS MUTT CLOSES SUNDAY
FINAL PERFORMANCE FEBRUARY 5

After an exciting and impactful run, our presentation of Sheldon Elter's Métis Mutt will close on Sunday. Don't miss this final chance to see the show critics and audiences agree is a must-see. Final performances are Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm Tickets are $20-$25. See it before it's too late! BUY TICKETS

THEATRE OF UPHEAVAL
WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS

We are partnering with Volcano Theatre and Canadian Stage to bring artists a rare opportunity to work outside their comfort zones in a risk-friendly environment with two world-renowned creative powerhouses: Kiki Katese (Rawanda) and Rachael Maza (Australia). These workshops invite participation from all kinds of artists who are looking to expand their horizons and delve into the political undertones of making art.
More Information & How to Register

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
RESIDENCY FOR INDIGENOUS ARTISTS

We continue to accept submissions from Indigenous artists and collectives for our new Mskomini Giizis Residency, funded by the Metcalf Foundation. Those looking to further refine work they have already developed or produced are invited to apply. This unique opportunity offers extensive resources to explore any aspect of work. Deadline: Wednesday, March 1st. APPLICATIONS DETAILS

WELCOME TO THE TEAM!
THERE ARE NEW FACES IN THE OFFICE

Last month we said farewell/bamapii to Admin. Assistant Yolanda Bonnell, but we also welcomed in some new team members. In the box office, we are pleased to introduce Patron Service Representatives Smith Purdy (Mi’Kmaq Métis from Kespu’kwitk) and Amanda Trapp (Cree of White Bear First Nations); and joining our administrative team is Sherry Meawasige (Ojibwa from the North Shore). Staff Bios

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY

HUFF GOES TO
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA

Feb 16-26 | Theatre Projects Manitoba Following a hugely successful run at the Sydney Festival in Australia, Huff by Cliff Cardinal returns to Turtle Island with a two-week run in Winnipeg. Friends in Manitoba can catch this award-winning production, part of Theatre Projects Manitoba's 2016-2017 season. Following this stop, the Huff team will continue on our 2017 international tour. Dates to be announced.

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CAMINOS 2017
SUBMISSIONS CALL

Deadline Mon Feb 13
Aluna Theatre is currently seeking proposals from artists across Canada for CAMINOS 2017, a festival focused on work from the Pan-American Diaspora and Indigenous Artists. CAMINOS is a week of new performance proposals and works-in-progress from risk-taking artists working in theatre, dance and inter-disciplinary practices in Canada. Submissions are due Monday February 13.

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38TH RHUBARB
FESTIVAL | BUDDIES

Feb 15-26 | Buddies in Bad Times Known as a festival for experimentation, this year's Rhubarb includes work by Indigenous artists Justin Many Fingers, Brian Solomon, and Gein Wong. Plus Nasty Kwe by Manifest Destiny's Child, a blend of sketch comedy, stand-up, and traditional territorial rivalry, featuring Melissa Deleary, Courtney Skye, JL Whitecrow, Lena Recollet and Denise Booth Mcleod with Adrian Sawyer.

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