O'kosi
Sun, Sep 24
|The Flanagan Theatre
Making Treaty 7 proudly presents the return of O’kosi (oh-goh-see); a visually spectacular production filled with music and poetry, humour and hope.
Time & Location
Sep 24, 2023, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The Flanagan Theatre, The GRAND, 608 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1M6, Canada
About the event
Making Treaty 7 proudly presents the return of O’kosi (oh-goh-see); a visually spectacular production filled with music and poetry, humour and hope.
O'kosi depicts the ways in which Indigenous People are healing from the multi-dimensional and multi-generational effects of the Indian Act and the signing of Treaty 7, and how the repercussions of these policies have been passed to parents, sons, and daughters. Set in Mohkinstsis from 1877 to 2077, O’kosi imagines a shift toward breaking colonial systems, reuniting families, and healing communities. It is a love letter between parent and child, brought to life by celebrated director Michelle Thrush and a talented cast of Blackfoot actors.
While O’kosi is a story about healing, some scenes depicted may evoke strong emotional responses in those who have suffered from and survived the impacts of colonial violence. If you have any questions concerning the content of the show, please contact us at info@makingtreaty7.com and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible.
Tickets will be sold according to our Pay What You Can Afford model, with 3 price options available: $20 (flat), $40 (plus fees), and $60 (plus fees). Tickets are available for purchase through The GRAND.
CAST
Lily - Mary Rose Cohen
Jordan - Dustin Frank
Sylvia - Alanna Onespot
Grace - Janine Owlchild
Darren - Garret C. Smith
Frank - Telly James
George - Harley Bastien
Elk Singing Woman 1930's - Louise English
THE BAND
Music Director - Sacha Crow
Musician / Singer - Clarence 'Skip' Wolfleg
Musician / Singer - Dana Goulet
Musician / Singer - Kaidynce Goodwill
Musician - Kris Demeanor
Musician - Gus Rendell
CREATIVE & CREW
Director - Michelle Thrush
Set & Projections Design - Andy Moro
Sound Design - Chad Blain
Choreographer - Emma Fleming
Stage Manager - Dianne Goodman
Assistant Stage Manager - Kalena Lewandowski
MT7 TEAM
Artistic Director - Michelle Thrush
Executive Producer - Neil Fleming
Production Manager - Allison Robinson
Artistic Associate - Caleigh Crow
Cultural Outreach Coordinator - Kayshja Eli
Digital Media Associate - Jacob Swain