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backyard solos (2021)

This solo piece takes us into a semi-fictional story of a conflict on a shared balcony in Montreal. Inspired by the perspective of a newcomer grappling with conflicting personalities, traditions, and cultures in her new environment, she must find her voice in a delicate negotiation with her well-established neighbour who continues to encroach on her space year after year. How can we live in community and negotiate shared spaces?

CREDITS

Co-creators: Alida Esmail and Sophia Wright

Performer: Alida Esmail

Intro Music and Sound Technician: Tristan Henry

Music: Shawn Mativetsky and David Ogborn

Costume Consultant: Nalo Soyini Bruce

Process Design Dramaturg: Heidi Taylor

Photography: David Wong

Supported by the Plateau Mont-Royal (Montreal)

Presented in backyards around Montreal in July 2022 and at POP Montreal in September 2022.

Duration: 20 minutes

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