Slaight Theatre Workshop 2024. Photo by Rita Taylor. 

Be part of the script reading of Kohkom’s Babushka, a family theatre production by Joleen Ballendine and Lianna Makuch, featuring the actor participants of the Slaight New Play Actor Training program. Directed by Lianna Makuch and inspired by Marion Mutala’s book, this play re-examines Canadian settler narratives through a heartwarming story that celebrates cultural traditions, the beauty of generosity, and the spirit of friendship. This process workshop showing is a step in the development of the play, which will premiere at Banff Centre in October 2025. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to see the early stages of a compelling new Canadian play.

Cast from the Slaight New Play Actor Training program

Cassandra Bourchier
Lana Kouchnir
Matthew Lumley
Valerie Planche
Jessica Rose