The Frank Theatre and Zee Zee Theatre, in association with Firehall Arts Centre, co-present the Canadian premiere of Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women from March 12-21, 2020, at Firehall Arts Centre. The brave and insightful work, sharing real-life stories of transgender women in their own words, is a meditation on the authentic experiences that make every individual unique, while underscoring the shared human spirit that connects us all. Performed by seven local transgender women, the play seamlessly weaves an inspirational tale of honesty, vulnerability, and vibrancy on the path to finding one's true self.
"In Canada, and Vancouver specifically, we as a society are grappling with the ongoing marginalization of transgender people in a very real way," says co-director Cameron Mackenzie, Artistic and Executive Director of Zee Zee Theatre. "From exclusionary bathroom policies across the country to the Vancouver Rape Relief centre's refusal to offer services to transgender women, it is clear that we need to be further exposed to the voices in this community. Trans people are 1.6 times more likely to experience physical violence against them; Trans Scripts is an opportunity to bear witness and be reminded that, no matter our differences, all humans deserve respect and dignity." Co-director Fay Nass, Artistic Director of The Frank Theatre, adds: "We are all enriched by a diversity of cultures and narratives, and the more we allow ourselves to experience other perspectives through storytelling - especially the stories not often heard - the better we become as individuals and as a society."(thefranktheatre.com)
The Frank's mission is to explore what it means to be queer, and the place of queer individuals in society, by creating, developing, producing and presenting theatrical work that places queer issues on a global canvas. These are works wherein issues of queer marginalization intersect with other types of marginalization: i.e. economic, racial, gender, political.
Founded in 2008, for the past decade Zee Zee Theatre has shared small stories by amplifying the voices of those on the margins. Its name embodies that very notion, its namesake being founding Artistic Director Cameron Mackenzie's godmother, Zee. Though not a Rich Woman, Zee brought a generosity of spirit and heart that placed value in building community and giving voice to those who had none. Similarly the company explores intimate moments through which limitless humanity and depth of character can be revealed.
Through Signature Productions like Elbow Room Café: The Musical, Human Library, and My Funny Valentine, the company continues to drive unique and provocative conversations with diverse audiences on stages across Vancouver. It offers recognizable situations with poignancy and builds a connection with our surrounding community in order to inspire unity in the shared human experience.The Frank Theatre and Zee Zee Theatre present
Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women
March 12-21, 2020
March 12 (Preview), 17, 18, 19 at 7:30pm
March 13 (Opening), 14, 20, 21 at 8pm
March 15 at 3pm
Child 12 and Under: $14
Under 30/Artist: $20
Senior/Student: $28
Regular Admission: $33
Firehall Arts Centre
280 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC
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604.689.0926
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