Music Theatre Dance
Presented by Xara Choral Theatre
info@xara.ca
902-300-9840
High in the Canadian north, eight-year-old Margaret begs her father to send her to residential school so she can learn to read. When she arrives, she discovers all is not as she had expected - her long braids are cut off, she is forbidden to speak her language, and she is forced to do chores instead of attend classes. A mean teacher makes her wear bulky red socks, causing her classmates to tease her: "Fatty Legs!" Alone and far from all she knows, she devises a plan to ensure a triumphant end to her humiliation. Fatty Legs is a profound yet accessible story that brings to light the suffering created by residential schools while celebrating the deep strength of a young child who refused to be broken by her experiences.
Based on the award-winning book by Christy Jordan-Fenton and Margaret Pokiak-Fenton, Fatty Legs is Margaret's true story. Xara Choral Theatre has adapted the book for the stage, featuring choral music and dynamic contemporary dance.
Featuring:
Xara Choral Theatre Ensemble
Christina Murray, conductor
Claire Leger, choreographer
Sarain Carson-Fox & Lisa Nasson as Young Margaret
Matthew Downey, lighting design
Presented by Xara Choral Theatre
info@xara.ca
902-300-9840
High in the Canadian north, eight-year-old Margaret begs her father to send her to residential school so she can learn to read. When she arrives, she discovers all is not as she had expected - her long braids are cut off, she is forbidden to speak her language, and she is forced to do chores instead of attend classes. A mean teacher makes her wear bulky red socks, causing her classmates to tease her: "Fatty Legs!" Alone and far from all she knows, she devises a plan to ensure a triumphant end to her humiliation. Fatty Legs is a profound yet accessible story that brings to light the suffering created by residential schools while celebrating the deep strength of a young child who refused to be broken by her experiences.
Based on the award-winning book by Christy Jordan-Fenton and Margaret Pokiak-Fenton, Fatty Legs is Margaret's true story. Xara Choral Theatre has adapted the book for the stage, featuring choral music and dynamic contemporary dance.
Featuring:
Xara Choral Theatre Ensemble
Christina Murray, conductor
Claire Leger, choreographer
Sarain Carson-Fox & Lisa Nasson as Young Margaret
Matthew Downey, lighting design
Pricing & Tickets
Pricing: $20 adults, $10 students/seniors
Where to buy Tickets: Online or in person at Box of Delights, 466 Main St.
Purchase Tickets Online
Where to buy Tickets: Online or in person at Box of Delights, 466 Main St.
Purchase Tickets Online
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