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“Split my body in two. Bury my left half in flowers.
Blood and bone in earth will birth a woman.”
Based on a traditional Indian folk tale, this inter-cultural masque tells the story of a man who, unwilling to marry a woman, fashions a lover for himself from his own left side. He finds himself enraptured by his creation’s perfect beauty – a mirror of his own – until he discovers that this new woman longs for another.
Told by 2 dancers, 3 singers, & 6 instrumentalists, this unforgettable exploration of sexuality and identity draws on Baroque and Indian performance traditions and features performers drawn from both worlds, including singers Scott Belluz, Susha Rangarajan, & Alex Samaras; dancers Jelani Ade-Lam and Sze-Yang Ade-Lam; and a chamber orchestra led by Larry Beckwith.
Artistic Director Larry Beckwith had the following to say about Toronto Masque Theatre’s eighth commission of original, contemporary masques by Canadian artists:
"This piece is such a beautiful gift to TMT from two creative artists – Anna and Juliet – who are at the top of their game. Taking an ancient tale as their jumping off point, they give us a contemporary story containing insights into gender and sexuality, culture and tradition. The music, which features elements of Baroque music, jazz and Karnatic improvisation, plays off the sinewy, physical movement that is informed by traditional dance but remains at the same time so modern."
The Man Who Married Himself features dance choreographed by Hari Krishnan and is directed by Marie-Nathalie Lacoursière. Musical direction is by Larry Beckwith, lighting design is by Gabriel Cropley and costume & set design is by Rex.
What
The world premiere of The Man Who Married Himself, created by Juliet Palmer and Anna Chatterton, a masque inspired by Indian and Baroque traditions, featuring choreography by Hari Krishnan.
When
10 & 11 March 2017, 8:00 p.m., pre-show event at 7:15 p.m. each evening. Matinee performance, 11 March 2017 at 2:00 p.m., pre-show event at 1:15 p.m.
Where
Crow’s Theatre, 345 Carlaw Avenue at Dundas Street East
How
Tickets: $50 for regular; $43 for seniors; $25 for Arts Workers; $20 for those 30 and under. Tickets available online from Crow’s Theatre or by calling 416-410-4561.
Who
For more information on Toronto Masque Theatre please go to our website.
The Man Who Married Himself
Sexuality & Self, Desire & Transformation
Three accomplished artists from different traditions – composer Juliet Palmer, librettist Anna Chatterton and choreographer Hari Krishnan – join forces to create The Man Who Married Himself, a beautiful, thrilling allegory of the female and male at war within.
2017-01-10
Toronto: Toronto Masque Theatre presents "The Man Who Married Himself" March 10 & 11