Black and rural​

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Black & Rural is the story of a lone Black country woman struggling to defy the monolith of what matters to Black lives. Derived from dozens of real-life interviews with Black folk tucked away on the countryside across Canada, Shayna Jones weaves together a story of vulnerability, quiet triumph, and striking humanity. The show features Shayna's unique storytelling voice, interspersed with new folkloric tales and verbatim reflections from her interviewees.

 

Written, performed, and created by Shayna Jones

Directed by Richard Wolfe

Pi Theatre

Pacific Theatre

Scenic and Costume Design by Cecilia Vadala

Lighting Design by Brad Trenaman

Sound Design and Composition by Rufus Cappadocia

2023