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 4:30 -
5:30pm Discourse on Dance
5:30 – 7pm Life drawing
Tickets are PWYC suggested donation $10
Venue
Franco Boni Theatre
Performance Dates
August 20, 2026
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