The Prismatic Arts Festival is a national, multidisciplinary arts festival that showcases and celebrates innovative work by Indigenous artists and artists of colour from across Canada. Based in Kjipuktuk (Halifax, Nova Scotia), Prismatic has been bringing audiences vibrant, boundary-pushing new works in theatre, dance, music, film, visual arts, media arts, and spoken word since 2008.
Description
About the event
Join us for an evening of multidisciplinary magic at The Bus Stop Theatre, the gem of Halifax's North End.
This evening will guide audiences on a journey of auditory and visual exploration in three acts: an art installation by Shianne Gould available before, during, and after the performances, a poetry & dance set by Dáminí Awóyígà, and a full performance of Residuals (住み・墨) by Shion Skye Carter.
There will be an opening song by Jenelle Duval, acknowledging the land.
Residuals (住み・墨)
Drawing on visual, sonic, and physical influences from Japanese calligraphy integrated with dynamic choreography, Shion Skye Carter reinterprets the traditional form through a contemporary lens. Residuals (住み・墨) takes audiences on a personal journey of self-discovery, where the inner layers of Shion’s identity begin to unfurl.
Damini and AfroQueens
Dáminí and AfroQueens present a captivating performance combining poetry, music, and dance, featuring renowned spoken word poet Dáminí Awóyígà and talented dancers who will bring the poetry to life through their movements. The visually stunning blend of dance and poetry will take the audience on a journey through history, rhythm, and emotion.
Shianne Gould
Mi’kmaq painter Shianne Gould’s style is vivid, vivacious and stirring. In her craft she explores themes surrounding family, and relationship to Mother Earth.
Venue
The Bus Stop Theatre is a staple in the Kjipuktuk/Halifax community, serving as the only independent, accessible, and professionally equipped black-box space in the city. This dynamic, flexible, customizable venue is able to accommodate a variety of mediums, making it the perfect backdrop to support this innovative, multimedia event.
Date & Time
Mon., Sep. 30, 2024 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.