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Feeling proud is nothing new to Obsidian Theatre Company. Recognized as Canada’s leading culturally diverse theatre company, Obsidian has been celebrated for both its thought-provoking productions and dedication to mentorship in theatre. This fall, Obsidian will have even more to be proud of as the company delivers outstanding renditions of two celebrated productions – Athol Fugard’s “Master Harold” … and the Boys and Stew’s Passing Strange.
Opening the season and running from October 8 to the 23rd at the Toronto Centre for the Arts is Fugard’s “Master Harold” … and The Boys. Earning a 4-star review at Shaw earlier this summer, the play is set within the historical context of South African apartheid in the 1950s and explores the complex relationship between the three characters and highlights the injustice and inequality of the time. Directed by Philip Akin, the production comes to life through moving performances by James Daly (Hally), Allan Louis (Willie) and André Sills (Sam) and has been named one of the strongest renditions of the enduring, modern classic to date (**** - It’s hard to imagine a stronger production of this play.” - Globe and Mail).
Combining punk rock, R&B and soul, Stew’s Passing Strange is Akin’s first foray into directing musical theatre. Headed to The Opera House from January 24 to February 5, 2017, this production is a bold coming of age story told through sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll. Set in the late 1970s, a black teenager leaves his home in Los Angeles to travel Europe in search of not only himself, but a place to call home. Fueled by a star-studded cast (to be announced later this fall), Passing Strange is a powerful, moving production is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats laughing while also bringing them to tears.
Obsidian Theatre Company’s 16th season officially launches today. For more information on the company and tickets to the upcoming season, visit www.obsidiantheatre.com.
About Obsidian Theatre Company
For 15 years, Obsidian has been leading culturally diverse work in Canada. Since inception the company’s mission has been to produce plays from a world-wide canon focusing primarily, but not exclusively, on the works of high acclaimed Black playwrights; provide artistic support and promote the development of work by Black theatre makers; and offer training programs through mentoring and apprenticeship programs for emerging Black artists.
2016-09-06
Toronto: Obsidian Theatre announces its 2016/17 season