Episode 10: Theatre Outside of the Box Ft. Marjorie Chan + Indrit Kasapi from Theatre Passe Muraille
Theatre Passe Muraille (TPM) is a non-profit theatre based in Toronto, Ontario that breaks down walls by pushing against boundaries. TPM believes there should be a more diverse representation of artists, audience members, and stories in our theatre and aspires to be a leader locally, nationally and internationally in establishing, promoting, and embracing collaborative and inclusive theatre practices. In this podcast, Meg Nimigon speaks with Artistic Director of TPM, Marjorie Chan and Interim Managing Director, Indrit Kasapi.
You don’t want to miss:
Why TPM calls itself Canada’s original alternative theatre company and how that plays out in their work
Learn about the Accessibility Labs project - A series of experiments integrating accessibility practices within the artistic process
Hear about ways of centering the community you work within as an arts-based company
See how a theatre company is engaging the community outside of theatre by hosting a Truth and Reconciliation Report Reading Challenge
Learn how TPM has offered Blackout nights to serve the needs of its community
And MORE.
Links and Resources
Learn more about Theatre Passe Muraille
Watch the Accessibility Labs 7-Part Short Documentary Series for Free
Learn more about the TRC Reading Challenge
Photography Credit for Album Art is thanks to Dahlia Katz.