Coming Full Circle
Written by Sophie Angnatok
Directed by Louise Moyes
Runtime: 60 Minutes
Synopsis:
A new one-woman show by Inuk drum-dancer, throat singer and storyteller Sophie Angnatok, from Nain, Nunatsiavut that looks at her relationship to her grandmother, to throat singing, and to her Inuit culture. Told through projections, stories, dance, and drum, Angnatok will also be accompanied by her throat singing partner Ashley Dicker.
About the playwright:
Sophie Angnatok (Anna-tok: Meeting of Women) Sophie Angnatok is an Inuk throat singer and drum dancer from Nain, Nunatsiavut. Inspired by a newspaper clip of her Anasiak Elizabeth Andersen (grandmother), Sophie has been practicing the art of throat-singing and traditional Inuit drumming for two decades. She is currently part of the Inuit drum dance group Kilautiup Songuninga (Strength of the Drum) and has been since 2010.
In 2023 they were featured on the Mainstage of the St. John’s Folk Festival, as Sophie’s Grandmother Elizabeth and Aunt Susie Onalik were in 1984. In 2024 Sophie and her throat singing partner from the group, Ashley Dicker, opened the Folk Festival on the Mainstage. Sophie is the inaugural recipient of the Chris Brookes Memorial Award for “artists effecting positive change in the world.” She has performed for diverse audiences locally and across the country in many festivals, community functions, and arts-based events. Sophie has performed for the Canadian Prime Minister during The Truth and Reconciliation apology for Labradorimut and for the Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon. Sophie currently lives in St. John’s, Newfoundland where she plays an active role with her local urban Inuit community. She is currently working with the Kim White and Louise Moyes Docudance inclusive project Let’s See (Digital Now, Canada Council) to develop her own solo show, Coming Full Circle, funding by ArtsNL. Sophie often shares her love and knowledge of Inuit culture, teaches workshops and is a leader in her practice.
Written by Sophie Angnatok
Directed by Louise Moyes
Runtime: 60 Minutes
Synopsis:
A new one-woman show by Inuk drum-dancer, throat singer and storyteller Sophie Angnatok, from Nain, Nunatsiavut that looks at her relationship to her grandmother, to throat singing, and to her Inuit culture. Told through projections, stories, dance, and drum, Angnatok will also be accompanied by her throat singing partner Ashley Dicker.
About the playwright:
Sophie Angnatok (Anna-tok: Meeting of Women) Sophie Angnatok is an Inuk throat singer and drum dancer from Nain, Nunatsiavut. Inspired by a newspaper clip of her Anasiak Elizabeth Andersen (grandmother), Sophie has been practicing the art of throat-singing and traditional Inuit drumming for two decades. She is currently part of the Inuit drum dance group Kilautiup Songuninga (Strength of the Drum) and has been since 2010.
In 2023 they were featured on the Mainstage of the St. John’s Folk Festival, as Sophie’s Grandmother Elizabeth and Aunt Susie Onalik were in 1984. In 2024 Sophie and her throat singing partner from the group, Ashley Dicker, opened the Folk Festival on the Mainstage. Sophie is the inaugural recipient of the Chris Brookes Memorial Award for “artists effecting positive change in the world.” She has performed for diverse audiences locally and across the country in many festivals, community functions, and arts-based events. Sophie has performed for the Canadian Prime Minister during The Truth and Reconciliation apology for Labradorimut and for the Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon. Sophie currently lives in St. John’s, Newfoundland where she plays an active role with her local urban Inuit community. She is currently working with the Kim White and Louise Moyes Docudance inclusive project Let’s See (Digital Now, Canada Council) to develop her own solo show, Coming Full Circle, funding by ArtsNL. Sophie often shares her love and knowledge of Inuit culture, teaches workshops and is a leader in her practice.
About Time: A Journey of Self-Discovery & Change
Written by Vanessa Cardoso Whelan
Cast:
Joana Cupatia
Melissa Williams
Runtime: 30 Minutes
Synopsis:
Through the main character, Viva, this play includes a thought-provoking exploration of women's mental health, the complexities of navigating societal expectations, and a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
About the playwright:
Hailing from Brazil, Vanessa Cardoso Whelan (she/her) is a playwright, multidisciplinary artist, and clown with a passion for contemporary theatre and body movement. Graduating in Theatre Arts in 2004, she has performed with several artistic groups on stage, and in street productions as an actress, and dancer.
Vanessa has been actively engaged in the local arts scene since moving to NL in 2014. She likes to give her art back to the community, doing volunteer workshops and performances for new Canadians/refugees and non-profit organizations, because of that and other achievements, Vanessa received the 2023 Inspiring Immigrant Woman Award from We Care Foundation.
Inspired by nature, Vanessa loves the mountains on the west coast of Newfoundland, it reminds her of home.
Written by Vanessa Cardoso Whelan
Cast:
Joana Cupatia
Melissa Williams
Runtime: 30 Minutes
Synopsis:
Through the main character, Viva, this play includes a thought-provoking exploration of women's mental health, the complexities of navigating societal expectations, and a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
About the playwright:
Hailing from Brazil, Vanessa Cardoso Whelan (she/her) is a playwright, multidisciplinary artist, and clown with a passion for contemporary theatre and body movement. Graduating in Theatre Arts in 2004, she has performed with several artistic groups on stage, and in street productions as an actress, and dancer.
Vanessa has been actively engaged in the local arts scene since moving to NL in 2014. She likes to give her art back to the community, doing volunteer workshops and performances for new Canadians/refugees and non-profit organizations, because of that and other achievements, Vanessa received the 2023 Inspiring Immigrant Woman Award from We Care Foundation.
Inspired by nature, Vanessa loves the mountains on the west coast of Newfoundland, it reminds her of home.
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