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NAC English Theatre is proud to open the 2016/17 NAC English Theatre season with Trey Anthony’s ‘da Kink in my Hair, fresh from a triumphant four-week run at Theatre Calgary.
Get back to your roots! “If you want to know a black woman, you touch her hair,” says Novelette of the Caribbean-Canadian clients in her Toronto hair salon.
‘da Kink is raw, energetic theatre, showcasing eight fascinating, multi-faceted women. With riffs on sexuality, families and inner lives, these women share their unforgettable stories in a kaleidoscope of drumming, singing and dance.
“’da Kink was a revolution when it sprang from the Toronto Fringe to land on the main stage of the Mirvish season in 2005. The script is so entertaining and so moving I jumped at the opportunity to work with Theatre Calgary to bring this beloved work back to Canadian audiences.” – Jillian Keiley, Artistic director, NAC English Theatre
A joyous Canadian success story, grab your friends and step into the salon for ‘da Kink in my Hair.
Want to learn more about 'da Kink in my Hair? Visit the official website!
Featuring Trey Anthony, Tamara Brown, Krystle Chance, Alison Edwards-Crewe, Virgilia Griffith, Rae-Anna Maitland, Brenda Phillips, and Lennette Randall. Joining the cast on stage are Willy Joosen on piano and Jeff Fafard on drums and percussion.
Along with Ms. Anthony in bringing this magic to life are Director and Choreographer Marion J. Caffey; Music Director S. Renée Clark; Set and Costume Designer Cory Sincennes; Lighting Designer Gerald King; Sound Designer Chris Jacko; Composers S. Renée Clark, E’Marcus Harper, Carol Maillard, Michael McElory; Stage Manager Patti Neice and Assistant Stage Manager Erin Finn.
‘Da Kink in My Hair
October 19 – November 5
NAC Theatre
English Theatre:
Previews:
Wednesday, October 19 and Thursday, October 20
Opens:
Friday, October 21
‘da Kink in my Hair Points of View:
Saturday, October 22 at 12:45 p.m. in Rehearsal Hall A
Experience this English Theatre production through an encounter with two special guests, each offering their own unique perspective on the piece.
Talkbacks:
Wednesdays, October 26 and November 2 and Thursdays, October 27 and November 3.
Stay in your seats for a post-show question-and-answer session with cast members of ‘da Kink in my Hair.
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday at 2 pm;
PLUS Sunday October 30 at 2 pm
(no performances on Mondays.)
Running time: two hours 15 minutes including one intermission
Tickets:
From $25 to $75
Tickets are available:
• Online on the NAC’s website: www.nac-cna.ca
• In person at the NAC Box Office
• At all Ticketmaster outlets**
• By telephone 1-888-991-2787**
**A service charge applies on all purchases made through Ticketmaster.
Groups of 10 or more contact grp@nac-cna.ca or visit www.nac-cna.ca
Find out more about the NAC English Theatre on Facebook and YouTube. To discover some fascinating facts about ‘da Kink in my Hair visit nac-cna.ca/englishtheatre.
Photo: Cast members of ‘Da Kink in My Hair at Theatre Calgary. ©2016 Trudie Lee.
2016-10-05
Ottawa: the NAC presents "'Da Kink in My Hair" by Trey Anthony October 19-November 5