Episode 75: Damon Bradley Jang; Sew, Fringe & Canadian Theatre

Send us Fan MailSEW IS ON FROM JUNE 11-14TH!!!!!!!! TICKETS BELOWIn this conversation, Damon discusses the journey of creating a play based on Joy Simanski's life experiences "Sew" and his upcoming Fringe show "Who Drinks Mocktails on the Beach". We also discuss the importance of collaboration in theatre and the challenges of making theatre accessible to diverse audiences. He reflects on his move from Vancouver to Toronto for greater opportunities, shares insights from his time at the Stratford Conservatory, and emphasizes the need for more funding and support for the arts in Canada. Damon also offers personal reflections on perseverance in the creative industry and expresses his aspirations for future collaborations.You can follow Damon on Instagram [at]damonbjang TICKETS FOR "SEW" HERE: https://ca.patronbase.com/_TheatrePasseMuraille/Productions/SEW/PerformancesTICKETS FOR "WHO DRINKS MOCKTAILS ON THE BEACH" HERE: https://fringetoronto.com/fringe/show/who-drinks-mocktails-beach Chapters00:00 The Birth of a Play: Joy Simanski's Journey03:07 Collaboration in Theatre: The Creative Process05:58 Community Engagement: Making Theatre Accessible08:53 The Importance of Canadian Stories in Theatre11:50 The Move to Toronto: Opportunities in Theatre15:01 Insights from the Stratford Conservatory Experience17:55 Fostering Diversity in Canadian Theatre21:00 The Future of Canadian Theatre: Challenges and Opportunities23:59 Funding the Arts: A Call for More Support26:59 Personal Reflections: Advice for Aspiring Creatives30:01 Dream Collaborations: Influences and Aspirations