SWIM is a compelling creation by Jivesh Parasram, Tom Arthur Davis, Gavan Cheema, and David Mesiha, loosely inspired by the epic poem Laila & Majnun. This powerful production examines the perilous journey from Güzelçamlı, Turkey, to the Greek island of Samos as individuals seek asylum, delving into the profound effects of migration and the human spirit's resilience in the face of displacement. Scheduled to run from January 23 to February 9, 2025, this production is presented in collaboration with the PuSh Festival.
Cast and Creative Team for SWIM at Touchstone Theatre
Cast
Dallas Yellowfly
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Genevieve Fleming
Sheriff
Aidan Correia
Private Eye
Colleen Wheeler
Katherine Yazov
Dhirendra
Ensemble
Zahf Paroo
Ensemble
Joelysa Pankanea
Ensemble
Creative Team
Lois Anderson
Artistic Director
Roy Surette
Director
Jivesh Parasram
Creator
Tom Arthur Davis
Creator
Gavan Cheema
Creator
David Mesiha
Creator
Anosh Irani
Playwright
Dallas Yellowfly
Storyteller
Joelysa Pankanea
Composer
Reneltta Arluk
Curatorial Team
Marcus Youssef
Curatorial Team
Daniela Atiencia
Associate Artist
Zahida Rahemtulla
Previous Recipient
Adam Grant Warren
Previous Recipient
Amy Lee Lavoie
Previous Recipient
Sally Stubbs
Previous Recipient
David King
Playwright
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