Stories of domestic workers
Wed, December 03 2008
Then you will want to see Nanay, a 70-minute testimonial play by Geraldine Pratt and Caleb Johnston in collaboration with the Philippine Women Centre of BC.
Nanay uses the words of domestic workers, their children, nanny agents and Canadian employers to explore the complexity of live-in caregiving in Canada. Realized as a multi-media event, Nanay takes the audience through a series of encounters in search of a deeper understanding of the human costs of Canada’s Live-In Caregiver Program.
It will be performed at Chapel Arts from Feb. 4 to Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Matinees will also be held on Feb. 7 and 8 at 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
The play was developed by the Urban Crawl Performance Society. Based in Vancouver, Urban Crawl’s vision focuses on producing artistic work that opens up spaces for physical and social dialogue. The company is committed to an artistic practice that is socially engaged and enmeshed in the messy world of everyday life. It works to create art that crosses disciplinary boundaries, crisscrossing sites of aesthetic and political exploration.
Tickets are $30 for adults and $24 for students. Prices are $2 higher at the door. This show is fully eligible for PuSh Pass access. PuSh Passholders enjoy a special rate. Call 604.251.1363 for more details on PuSh Passes.
What: Performance of Nanay
When: Feb. 4 to Feb. 8
Where: Chapel Arts, 304 Dunlevy Ave., Vancouver
information: 604.605.8284
When: Feb. 4 to Feb. 8
Where: Chapel Arts, 304 Dunlevy Ave., Vancouver
information: 604.605.8284
