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SUMMARY:Bread & Roses: Can You See Us?
DESCRIPTION:English & French bilingual performance | Performance bilingue anglais-français\n>>Register Here for FREE Childcare\nASL interpretation will be available\n“Bread and Roses: Can you see us?” is an original performance created by visual artist and labour organizer Tricia Robinson Illustration (she/her) and poet and social justice activist Laura Doyle Péan (they/them). This collaborative performance tackles topics of invisibilized labour\, union work\, collective liberation and the importance of solidarity in the face of intersecting social crises.  Building on their decade of community organizing experience within the labour\, racial\, social and climate justice movements\, the two tiohtià:ke/mooniyang (Montréal) based artists attempt to shine light on forms of labour that are too often hidden and devalued. \nLive on stage\, Tricia will create original visual artwork in several mediums as Laura Doyle Péan recites some of their moving poetry  with themes of domestic and care labour\, activism\, unions\, and freedom. The conception of Tricia’s art pieces will be projected onto a  screen\, allowing the audience to witness her creation process live and close up. The projection of her work will serve to honour the  labour and care that goes into creating illustrations\, embroideries and linocuts\, hence putting emphasis on our understanding of art as  labour\, as well as pridefully using mediums that have such a rich history within liberation and activist movements. Unapologetically feminist and pro-worker\, Tricia and Laura\, with care and devotion\, are using this performance as a way to open conversations about  the labour movement and unionism as a whole\, and the importance of recognizing forms of labour that have historically been  undervalued\, criminalized\, and disregarded.
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/bread-roses-can-you-see-us/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Francophone,Mayworks Halifax,Poetry,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:Portrait of the Artist as an Essential Worker
DESCRIPTION:Work by Sarah Mosher and Hannah Genosko\nIn collaboration\, Mosher and Genosko use printmaking and textile processes to illustrate their experiences as essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. They are both professional artists who were employed in ‘casual’ day jobs in sectors that were labeled essential and became full-time during the COVID-19 pandemic: the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation and Canada Post\, respectively. With their similar experiences they dig deeper into the ‘essential’ label where art and work don’t often intersect. They explore the repetitive nature of labour through the repetitive nature of printmaking\, and create images relevant to their experience; the images are printed on the uniforms they and their coworkers wore during their time of essential sector work. Folk quilting traditionally uses old clothes and other found materials for utility\, and the shape of the garments inform the geometry of the quilt. The uniforms are sewn into quilted banners that do not follow a traditional repeating pattern or conform to a rectangle\, but rather use patchwork and appliqué techniques to create an uncertain feeling. This method reflects the ever-changing and disjointed nature of the pandemic. \nSarah’s instagram is @realpzzazz \nTwo large quilts on display at the Bus Stop Theatre\, April 1st to June 30th
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/portrait-of-the-artist-as-an-essential-worker/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Mayworks Halifax,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240505T160000
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SUMMARY:Resting Space
DESCRIPTION:A Workshop by Becoming Old Growth\nWhat is your relationship with rest? Our personal experiences with burnout led us to global rest movements and the anti-capitalist rest manifesto of “Nap Bishop” Tricia Hersey. What changes when we recognize exhaustion as a collective issue rather than a personal one? In this three-hour workshop\, we invite participants into a guided\, communal resting space. Through gentle\, unstructured  opportunities to listen\, write\, draw\, move\, and make sound—or simply rest—the artists will guide participants to reflect on these  questions\, emphasizing the role of rest as a natural and necessary balance to labour. \nParticipants will be invited to share their ideas and experiences with the artists following the workshop session. Cushions and blankets will be available and you are welcome to bring your own comfort items to use during the workshop. \nRegistration Details\nPlease register in advance via this registration form: \n>>REGISTER HERE \nAge:\nWorkshop geared for adults and mature youth. No arts experience required. \nAccessibility:\nPlease indicate accessibility needs in the registration form by Monday\, April 29th. \nNote:\nWe will try to accommodate accessibility requests\, however we cannot guarantee as all requests can be met. We will email you if we cannot fulfill your request. \nChildcare:\nOn site childcare available upon request\, please fill out child care info in the registration form above and submit by Monday\, April 29th.
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/resting-space/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Mayworks Halifax,Performance Arts,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Reel Justice
DESCRIPTION:Returning for the first time since 2019\, Mayworks is excited to present the Reel Justice program of short films. Showcasing shorts from across Atlantic Canada and the country at large\, this year’s program highlights those who push to create space for themselves in places that often feel hostile or unwelcoming. \nTotal runtime: 65 minutes \n>>Register Here for FREE Childcare\nReel Justice will be Followed by a short program offered by the Animation Festival of Halifax (AFX)
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/reel-justice-3/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,Mayworks Halifax
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SUMMARY:Our Legacy: Many Voices\, Many Stories
DESCRIPTION:An evening of stories\, songs and celebration!\nOur Legacy: Many Voices\, Many Stories is a tribute and celebration of Black families\, stories and songs. The Black family has been through 400 years of existence in Nova Scotia and continues to be the backbone of African Nova Scotian communities. We stand on their shoulders and despite the racism\, segregation and discrimination our families continue to stand strong and determined. \nWe are because of them! \n>>Register Here for FREE Childcare\nJoin Shelley Fashan and her curated lineup of guests as they share their voices and stories spanning generations.\n \nShelley has a lengthy history of community involvement\, activism and volunteerism. She has served on the East Coast Music  Association\, the Nova Scotia Arts Council\, which was responsible for creating the Portia White Prize. the Lieutenant Governor Masterworks Award and a founding member of the Nova Scotia Mass Choir and the African Nova Scotian Music Association. She  currently sits on the boards of the Charles Taylor Theatre and Media Arts Association\, the Eastern Shore Cooperator and The Descendants of African Americans Living in Nova Scotia\, the Akoma Property Commitee and the Advisory Council of the Road to  Economic Prosperity. \nShelley is a cultural producer who has produced several Singer/Songwriter Circles of local  artists\, including a tribute to African Nova Scotian Roots Artists\, “Four The Moment” and most recently in May 2019\, she produced a  most successful evening called “ Sistas In the Struggle Black Feminist Panel and the How We Won Tribute and showcase in honour  of the longest running occupation and protest in Canada on Gottingen Street. \n\nFlorence Mae West\n \nFlorence Mae West is a direct descendant of Africville. She is the daughter of Frederick West\, the son of Former Africville Resident Lena May West. Many considered her Nanny to be “The Spirit of Africville” because of her legacy of Old Negro Spirituals she shared each Sunday at Seaview Baptist Church\, many of which Florence learned at her feet as a child during family Spiritual times in the living room. Florence grew up watching her Nanny\, and her daughters “The West Sisters” share this rich legacy of Old Negro Spirituals in many venues. Today\, Florence is grateful to God to be able to carry on this legacy. \n\nLinda Carvery\n \nFormer President of the award-winning Nova Scotia Mass Choir\, Linda embarked on a solo career\, recording her first CD Yesterday/Today. \nLinda has expanded her musical horizons by performing in the Neptune Theatre productions of the musicals Gospel at Colonus and Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. She also performed in Eastern Front Theatre’s production of Whylah Falls which staged a series of performances at the National Arts Centre. \nLinda has created and performed in one-woman shows. First came Make That Gospel\, Double Double for Halifax Fringe Festival\, followed by Soulful Sunday Sounds of Africville. \nRecently Watch Over Me was mounted by Mulgrave Road Theatre. As well\, Linda was the vocalist in George Elliott Clarke’s production 5 Poets Breaking Into Song. \n\nThe Fraser Family\nRaised in the Baptist Faith in the Black Community of North Preston the Fraser Family has been singing gospel for over 4 generations. The family first started singing Country style Gospel music with their parents Cyril and Rosella Fraser as part of the family singing tradition that exists within the Preston area and throughout Black communities in Nova Scotia. The Fraser family has kept the tradition alive as they are invited to Churches\, Community concerts\, and festivals within Metro area. \n\nThe Thomas Family\nDr. Carolyn G. Thomas is a Multi-generational\, Lifelong resident of East Preston\, Nova Scotia\, Canada. Carolyn is a Mother of 4 and Grandmother to 2 grandchildren. She is internationally recognized as an acclaimed\, historian\, lecturer\, Civil Rights Advocate/Activist\, and author of  the Underground Railroad to Nova Scotia. Carolyn was a founding member of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission who  dedicated 2 and a half decades to making Nova Scotia a more diverse and inclusive province. Her life’s work has centered around championing the cause for justice\, economic and community development throughout her church\, community and beyond. \nTrynda Thomas is a multi-generational\, Black Nova Scotian from East Preston\, Nova Scotia\, Canada. She is the youngest daughter of  the late Deacon Matthew Thomas and Dr. Carolyn G. Thomas\, and the proud mother of daughter\, Wilhelmina. Trynda is an alumnus of Dalhousie University where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree. She also studied at Dalhousie School of Law – believing in Justice  and equality for all. Trynda loves to sing and has performed on many ova Scotia stages\, across Canada and internationally.  She has worked in the field of HR for over 20 years both nationally and internationally. She is the Founder of Talent Scouts International\, a professional staffing agency and HR Consultancy. \nTamara Thomas is a multi-generational\, Black Nova Scotian from East Preston\, Nova Scotia\, Canada. She is the middle daughter of  the late Deacon Matthew Thomas and Dr. Carolyn G. Thomas. Tamara is passionate about helping families and bringing out the best  in people and serves as a Parenting Journey Professional. She is very active in her church and community having served on many  boards and committees at large. Tamara sings lead in her church choir\, is a Member of the Nova Scotia Mass Choir and has traveled  nationally and internationally sharing her gift of song.
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/our-legacy-many-voices-many-stories/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Festival,Mayworks Halifax,Story Telling
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SUMMARY:Fille de laitier
DESCRIPTION:Performance Francophone\nFille\, filleule et arrière-petite-fille de laitiers\, Arleen Thibault présente son 2e solo de conte en puisant\, cette fois\, dans ses anecdotes familiales et une collecte de souvenirs de livreurs de lait auprès du grand public. Accompagnée sur scène par le musicien Robin Servant\, elle nous livre avec humour et tendresse les vérités et les mythes d’un métier sur le point d’entrer dans la légende. \nSpectacle de conte et musique – 75 minutes \nSur scène: Arleen Thibault conteuse et Robin Servant musicien. \n \nUne brève discussion “Q&A” prendra place suite au spectacle\n>> Enregistrement pour service de garde GRATUIT pour enfants (en anglais) pendant le spectacle\n\nÉQUIPE DE CRÉATION\nTexte\, interprétation et mise en scène : Arleen Thibault / Musique et conception sonore : Robin Servant / Assistance à la mise en scène : Cyntia Southière / Conseil à l’écriture : Gigi Bigot (France) / Explorations scéniques : Stéphane Guertin\, Andréanne Joubert et Sylvie Faivre (France) / Conseil aux costumes : Viviane Lacombe / Conseil à l’éclairage : Maxine Pétrin \nPRODUCTION\nProduction : Arleen Thibault et Cyntia Southière\nCoproduction : Vitrines sur la relève de Québec et Philippe Beaulieu Gestion Artistique\nDirectrice Technique : Noémie Percy\nDirectrice de tournée : Cyntia Southière
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/fille-de-laitier/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Francophone,Mayworks Halifax,Performance Arts,Story Telling
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SUMMARY:The Embodied Creation Project
DESCRIPTION:Performance art by Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac\n \nASL interpretation will be available during the performance and the later Q&A.\n>>Register Here for FREE Childcare\nIn February 2023\, a person named Colleen began an embodied creation project. Nine months later\, a human named Wren entered the world. This is a new performance exploration of how we can use our bodies to create\, what queer parenthood can feel like\, what we might want to embody in this world. Join us for a joyful\, terrified\, chaotic and introspective celebration. \nCreditS\nCreated and performed by Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac.\nDirected and co-created by Coral Maloney.\nSpecial guest appearances by Linda MacIsaac\, Dorian Arcturus Lang\, and Wren Arctutus. \nSocials\n@littlefoible\n@coral_mmmm\n@villainstheatre \n\nArtist Q&A\nThe Embodied Creation Project will be followed by a screening of Lockdown Baby by Nicole Jordan and a brief Q&A with filmmaker Nicole Jordan and artist Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac. \n \nLeft: Nicole Jordan\nRight: Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac (Photo credit: Shila Leblanc)
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/the-embodied-creation-project/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Mayworks Halifax,Performance Arts
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SUMMARY:Lockdown Baby
DESCRIPTION:A documentary film by Nicole Jordan\n \nThe film will be closed-captioned. Childcare will be provided during the screening and Q&A\n\n>>Register Here for FREE Childcare\nIn the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the world was filled with confusion and fear. People were dying\, hospitals were full\, shops were shut\, and theatres dark. Still\, the creation of art and life itself could not be stopped. ‘Lockdown Baby’ documents the stories of three professional performing artists who became pregnant during the first lockdown of the pandemic. These women and mothers-to-be took their art forms from the stage to the city streets to share their intimate expressions of love\, fear\, and hope for their unborn babies. \n \nPerforming Artists:\nNicole Jordan (voice and poetry) – delivered Dec\, 2020\nJozefien Debaillie (dance) – delivered Jan\, 2021\nKarin Timmerman (voice and dance) – delivered Apr\, 2021\nVideo Artists:\nKatarina Jazbec\nMatija Pekić\nSound Engineer:\nRob Rietveld \nLocation:\nRotterdam\, The Netherlands \nFunded by:\nFonds Podiumkunsten/Performing Arts Fund – Balkonscenes Stichting Droom en Daad \n\nArtist Q&A\n \n>>ASL interpretation and childcare will be available for the Q&A.\nThe screening will be preceded by The Embodied Creation Project by Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac and followed by a brief Q&A with filmmaker Nicole Jordan and artist Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac. \n \nLeft: Nicole Jordan\nRight: Colleen Arcturus MacIsaac (Photo credit: Shila Leblanc)
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/lockdown-baby/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,Mayworks Halifax
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SUMMARY:Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 18th annual Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival takes place May 29-June 1. Join us for four days of boundary-pushing cinema from Canada and around the world\, filmmaker Q+As\, and more! Films this year include Vera Drew’s subversive satire THE PEOPLE’s JOKER; Sean Price William’s THE SWEET EAST\, the Palestinian drama FORAGERS\, a retrospective of the work of LULU KEATING\, and the ever-popular ATLANTIC AUTEURS shorts program. A festival pass is just $35 for AFCOOP members ($45 general). Check out the full program and buy advance tickets at hiff.ca.
URL:https://busstoptheatre.coop/event/halifax-independent-filmmakers-festival/
LOCATION:The Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K3B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,Halifax Independent Film Festival
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