The University of Victoria's Department of Theatre and Neworld Theatre are set to premiere a groundbreaking play that brings the realities of climate change to the stage.
"Eyes of the Beast: Climate Disaster Survivor Stories" opens Monday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Phoenix Theatre, offering a poignant look at how ordinary Canadians are grappling with extraordinary environmental challenges.
Adapted from the award-winning journalism of UVic's Climate Disaster Project, the production weaves together hundreds of testimonies from across the country. Audiences will witness stories ranging from a fishing guide's wildlife rescue efforts to an actor's struggle with heatstroke and a mother's concerns for her child's future in a fire-ravaged landscape.
Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a facilitated talkback, providing an opportunity to process the stories and share their own experiences with climate disasters.
For more information or to reserve tickets, contact the box office at (250) 721-8000.
