WHAT THE BUDDHA NEVER TAUGHT Comes to the Jericho Arts Centre Next Month
What the Buddha Never Taught is premiering in Vancouver at the Jericho Arts Centre from June 30 – July 10.
Although we may not overtly recognise its impact, Buddhism has become slowly woven into our western cultural fabric in many ways; from mindfulness in our workplaces to non-violent activism in our streets - but what did the Buddha actually teach? Based on the book by Tim Ward, this extraordinary musical was written by Dr. Martin T. Adam, a Professor of Buddhist Studies at the University of Victoria and represents a completely unique synthesis: the compassion of Buddhist wisdom explored through the lens of a Broadway-style musical comedy - it is serious fun.
What the Buddha Never Taught is premiering in Vancouver at the Jericho Arts Centre from June 30 - July 10, with a pay-what-you-may preview on June 29.
Desperately seeking enlightenment, Canadian Tim arrives at an international monastery deep in the jungle but things soon become trickier than expected: Bitten by a spider, which he must not kill; provoked by an American cynic; harangued by a European rule-stickler; confronted with a possible murder; and tempted by his own projections and urges. We experience this journey with Tim as he discovers that the path to spirituality is actually a labyrinth.
Directed by Chris Humphreys (Bard on The Beach/VPL Writer-in-Residence), and starring Thai actress Awapha Makudi in her Vancouver stage debut, audiences can expect a unique and mind-opening evening with the award-winning cast and band Sarnath Rainbow (featuring some of the West-Coast's top musicians).
What the Buddha Never Taught is a rock 'n rollicking comedy for our times, addressing karma and western materialism, alienation and enlightenment. As we all search for our own path in a deeply troubled world, one way to find it might be to sing and dance our way there!
Event Listing Details: What the Buddha Never Taught
Showtimes: June 30 - July 10 2022
Venue: Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery St, Vancouver, BC V6R 4K5
Tickets: Eventbrite.ca ($30)
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