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Discourse on Dance + Life Drawing

Presented by Jessie Garon and Near & Far Projects

In collaboration between Heaven co-producer Jessie Garon and Tavia Christina from Near & Far Projects, we’re gathering for a discussion exploring the history of nudity in Canadian dance – from the choreographers and works that challenged convention to the question of who gets to be nude, and why?

Following Discourse we invite folks to stay for Life Drawing. No experience required, participants must bring their own sketchbooks and preferred drawing utensils.

Featured models: Kiah Frances, Kway Okyere, Sierra Kelman.

Credits

September 26, 2026
to September 26, 2026

This event is from 4pm – 7pm

Tickets are PWYC suggested donation $10

Venue

Franco Boni Theatre

Performance Dates

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