For our final episode of the season we’re taking a look at the ways social justice issues can be addressed through theatre. Dayna talks to Chris Rabideau and Moya McAlister (yes, our Moya!) of Arts Collective Theatre, Michael Potter of Post Productions, and well-known actor, writer, and mentor Leslie McCurdy, all of whom are doing their part to make the world a better, more thoughtful place through theatre. Julie and Dayna reflect on the power of story-telling and education through drama, and why theatre is more important now than ever.
Chris Rabideau
Moya McAlister
Michael Potter
Leslie McCurdy
In other news, we’re appealing to all of our listeners to contribute to social justice and access to justice causes this holiday season. Given the access to justice crisis (exemplified by the threatened closure of Pro Bono Ontario help centres), it’s vital that we ensure organizations providing valuable public services are able to continue their work. Please consider including an A2J organization in your holiday donations. And season’s greetings and Happy New Year to all our listeners!
Related:
“Why theatre is one of the most important tools for social justice” (Huffington Post)
Social justice theatre project InterAction
Other News:
“Feds step in to help Pro Bono Ontario with funding” (Canadian Lawyer)
Jumping Off the Ivory Tower is produced and hosted by Julie Macfarlane and Dayna Cornwall; production and editing by Brauntë Petric; Other News produced and hosted by Ali Tejani; promotion by Moya McAlister and Ali Tejani.