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SUMMARY:MAYDAY: Confession Publique
DESCRIPTION:Confession Publique\n\n\n\n\n“ A sensually complex work\, Confession Publique leaves us enthralled before Angélique Willkie’s breadth of talent and her fruitful encounter with Demers’ world.” –  Alexie Legendre\, Revue JEU  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMAYDAY\nTiohtià:ke/Montreal – Kanien’kehá:Ka Territory\n\n\n\n\nNovember 14th & 15th\, 2025. 7:30PM  \nAlderney Landing Theatre\nGeneral Seating – $65.00 Dance Advocate; $45.00 Adults; $35.00 Seniors; $20.00 Students / Arts Worker; Group Discounts Available \nRun Time – 75 Minutes \nContent Warning: Nudity\, 18+ suggested. An Active Listener will be available on site if needed.\nThis show tackles experiences of racism\, sexual violation\, and living in an aging body\, as well as the power of transformation. It contains nudity and mature content. \nTraffic Note: The Parade of Lights is taking place on Nov 15th at 5pm. Please allow time for potential traffic on your way to the show. \n\n\n\n\nIts title serving as a promise\, Confession Publique explores ambiguity and paradox\, probes the noble and the vulgar\, oscillates between grace and brutality. Choreographer Mélanie Demers turns her trusted collaborator Angélique Willkie into her muse. Together\, these two kindred spirits explore the act of telling others about yourself without reserve. The result is a hard-hitting solo show\, where anecdotes become painful secrets and the body reveals as much as words\, if not more. \nIn this work\, the protagonist concentrates on the margins as she takes a deep dive into herself and ourselves. The connection is intimate\, intimidating. The performance becomes the setting for questions asked a thousand times over: our relationship to the world\, how the environment holds our destinies in its hands\, and the power others have to dictate and dominate our life-choices. \n \nMAYDAY \nSince its foundation in 2007\, an array of charismatic and eclectic artists working with Mélanie Demers has been drawn to MAYDAY as a hub for creative exchange and reflection. Each MAYDAY work is thus the fruit of a collective effort. And not only between the artists: the public enters into the creative process as well\, since the physicality\, imagery\, and sense of rhythm characteristic of MAYDAY’s unique approach only come together as a coherent whole before an audience. Drawing on creative energies from around the world\, MAYDAY’s unique works testify to both a spirit of artistic freedom and a deep-seated concern for contemporary issues. Demers’ fascination and the relationship between words and gestures crystallizes in WOULD\, a work which won the Prix du CALQ for Best Choreography at the Prix de la danse de Montréal in 2015. WOULD will be followed by the choreographic relay Danse Mutante in 2019\, then in 2021 by La Goddam Voie Lactée\, MAMA and Confession Publique\, and finally in 2022 by Cabaret Noir. Mélanie Demers won the GRAND PRIX de la danse de Montréal\, which recognizes her unique mark on her era. MAYDAY tours frequently and has collaborated with many international partners. It is proud to be one of the few Canadian companies to have performed in both North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa. \nMAYDAY tours frequently and has collaborated with many international partners. It is proud to be one of the few Canadian companies to have performed in both North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa. \n \n\nCredits\n\n\n\nIdeation\, Direction and Choreography\nMélanie Demers \n\n\n\n\n\nPerformers\nAngélique Willkie with the participation of Anne-Marie Jourdenais \n\n\n\n\n\nDirection of Rehearsals\nAnne-Marie Jourdenais \n\n\n\n\n\nDramaturgy\nAngélique Willkie \n\n\n\n\n\nSet Design\nOdile Gamache \n\n\n\n\n\nSound Composition\nFrannie Holder \n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Music\nExcerpt from The Fairy Queen\, composed by Henry Purcell and sung by Angelique Willkie \n\n\n\n\n\nLighting Design\nClaire Seyller \n\n\n\n\n\nTechnical Director\nEmmanuel Bossé-Messier \n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Design\nElen Ewing \n\n\n\n\n\nProduction Management\nAlec Arsenault \n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Notes of Thanks\nÉléonore Loiselle \n\n\n\n\n\nTeaser Production\nStefan Verna \n\n\n\n\n\nCo Presented By
URL:https://mayworkskjipuktukhfx.ca/event/mayday-confession-publique/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Alderney Landing Theatre\, 2 Ochterloney St\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B2Y 4W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:MAYDAY: Confession Publique
DESCRIPTION:Confession Publique\n\n\n\n\n“ A sensually complex work\, Confession Publique leaves us enthralled before Angélique Willkie’s breadth of talent and her fruitful encounter with Demers’ world.” –  Alexie Legendre\, Revue JEU  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMAYDAY\nTiohtià:ke/Montreal – Kanien’kehá:Ka Territory\n\n\n\n\nNovember 14th & 15th\, 2025. 7:30PM  \nAlderney Landing Theatre\nGeneral Seating – $65.00 Dance Advocate; $45.00 Adults; $35.00 Seniors; $20.00 Students / Arts Worker; Group Discounts Available \nRun Time – 75 Minutes \nContent Warning: Nudity\, 18+ suggested. An Active Listener will be available on site if needed.\nThis show tackles experiences of racism\, sexual violation\, and living in an aging body\, as well as the power of transformation. It contains nudity and mature content. \nTraffic Note: The Parade of Lights is taking place on Nov 15th at 5pm. Please allow time for potential traffic on your way to the show. \n\n\n\n\nIts title serving as a promise\, Confession Publique explores ambiguity and paradox\, probes the noble and the vulgar\, oscillates between grace and brutality. Choreographer Mélanie Demers turns her trusted collaborator Angélique Willkie into her muse. Together\, these two kindred spirits explore the act of telling others about yourself without reserve. The result is a hard-hitting solo show\, where anecdotes become painful secrets and the body reveals as much as words\, if not more. \nIn this work\, the protagonist concentrates on the margins as she takes a deep dive into herself and ourselves. The connection is intimate\, intimidating. The performance becomes the setting for questions asked a thousand times over: our relationship to the world\, how the environment holds our destinies in its hands\, and the power others have to dictate and dominate our life-choices. \n \nMAYDAY \nSince its foundation in 2007\, an array of charismatic and eclectic artists working with Mélanie Demers has been drawn to MAYDAY as a hub for creative exchange and reflection. Each MAYDAY work is thus the fruit of a collective effort. And not only between the artists: the public enters into the creative process as well\, since the physicality\, imagery\, and sense of rhythm characteristic of MAYDAY’s unique approach only come together as a coherent whole before an audience. Drawing on creative energies from around the world\, MAYDAY’s unique works testify to both a spirit of artistic freedom and a deep-seated concern for contemporary issues. Demers’ fascination and the relationship between words and gestures crystallizes in WOULD\, a work which won the Prix du CALQ for Best Choreography at the Prix de la danse de Montréal in 2015. WOULD will be followed by the choreographic relay Danse Mutante in 2019\, then in 2021 by La Goddam Voie Lactée\, MAMA and Confession Publique\, and finally in 2022 by Cabaret Noir. Mélanie Demers won the GRAND PRIX de la danse de Montréal\, which recognizes her unique mark on her era. MAYDAY tours frequently and has collaborated with many international partners. It is proud to be one of the few Canadian companies to have performed in both North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa. \nMAYDAY tours frequently and has collaborated with many international partners. It is proud to be one of the few Canadian companies to have performed in both North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa. \n \n\nCredits\n\n\n\nIdeation\, Direction and Choreography\nMélanie Demers \n\n\n\n\n\nPerformers\nAngélique Willkie with the participation of Anne-Marie Jourdenais \n\n\n\n\n\nDirection of Rehearsals\nAnne-Marie Jourdenais \n\n\n\n\n\nDramaturgy\nAngélique Willkie \n\n\n\n\n\nSet Design\nOdile Gamache \n\n\n\n\n\nSound Composition\nFrannie Holder \n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Music\nExcerpt from The Fairy Queen\, composed by Henry Purcell and sung by Angelique Willkie \n\n\n\n\n\nLighting Design\nClaire Seyller \n\n\n\n\n\nTechnical Director\nEmmanuel Bossé-Messier \n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Design\nElen Ewing \n\n\n\n\n\nProduction Management\nAlec Arsenault \n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Notes of Thanks\nÉléonore Loiselle \n\n\n\n\n\nTeaser Production\nStefan Verna \n\n\n\n\n\nCo Presented By
URL:https://mayworkskjipuktukhfx.ca/event/mayday-confession-publique/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:Alderney Landing Theatre\, 2 Ochterloney St\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B2Y 4W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:African Rhythms and Melodies in Action – A Bodily Experience
DESCRIPTION:Come dance with us after the final showing of Altération! Join Aly for his workshop at Breaking Circus\nThis rhythm awakening workshop emphasizes the bodily experience of rhythm through movement\, singing\, melody\, and physical coordination.\n\nLed by multidisciplinary artist Aly Keita\, this workshop invites participants to explore the fundamental relationship between body and rhythm using a selection of recorded soundscapes and musical tracks. It offers an immersive experience in West African cultural elements\, helping participants develop rhythmic awareness through voice\, movement\, and guided exercises. \nThrough singing\, dancing\, and coordination exercises\, participants will sharpen their ability to feel and express rhythm physically. They will explore the dialogue between movement and music\, focusing on rhythmic precision\, play\, body posture\, and expression. The workshop encourages a deep connection to rhythm through improvisation and group dynamics. \nParticipants will also experiment with creating rhythmic patterns in groups\, responding to recorded African rhythms\, and engaging with the music through dance. The workshop will conclude with a collective expression circle and a question-and-answer session. \nDrop in registration at the door.\n  \n Offert en français et anglais! Offered in French and English! \n\n \n  \n \nBanner photo by Tee Porter. \n 
URL:https://mayworkskjipuktukhfx.ca/event/african-rhythms-and-melodies-in-action-a-bodily-experience/
LOCATION:Breaking Circus\, 2164 Amalamek Wy\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K 2WB3K 2W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance
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