Native Earth Performing Arts

Come to the 2-Spirit Cabaret to see a performance by: Rosary Spence

Rosary Spence, Piisimonapii Iskwew, is Mushkego Cree, Bear Clan, from Fort Albany First Nation a remote community on the western shores of James Bay in northern Ontario. Rosary strongly believes in the ability to heal our communities through land-based traditional practices, Indigenous languages, ceremony, and traditional plant medicines. Singing has been a lifetime journey for Rosary as she finds healing through sharing her story in performance. Rosary also possesses an extensive background as a designer, arts collaborator, performing artist, and an arts facilitator.

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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride Festival 2026.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by Buddies in Bad Times Theatre and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open: 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
🎟️ in bio!

Visual art by: Kikki Guerard

Come to the 2-Spirit Cabaret to see a performance by: Bri Olson Pitawanakwat

Bri Olson Pitawanakwat is an Indigiq***r birthworker, harm reductionist, artisan, jingle dress dancer and member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded First Nation. She is a longstanding performer and educator and is honoured to share the ways in which q***rness is an integral part of her Anishinaabe way of being in this world.

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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride Festival 2026.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by Buddies in Bad Times Theatre and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open: 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
🎟️ in bio!

Visual art by: Kikki Guerard

Come to the 2-Spirit Cabaret to see a performance by: Madame Ode’miin Surprise
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Madame Ode’Miin Surprise is an Urban IndigiQ***r Anishinaabe burlesque performer, creator, and Mother of IndigiBabes Burlesque. Madame Ode’Miin uses burlesque as a form of reclamation, celebrating Indigenous bodies, sexuality, joy, and resilience. Her performances blend humour, sensuality, and Indigenous storytelling, challenging stereotypes while creating space for empowerment and representation.

Madame Ode’Miin Surprise has captivated audiences at the Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival, Toronto Indigenous Arts Festival, Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival, 2-Spirit Cabaret, Pride Toronto, and Weesageechak Begins to Dance. Through every performance, she reminds audiences that Indigenous bodies are sacred, sexy, and worthy of celebration.

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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride Festival 2026.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open: 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
🎟️ in bio!

Visual art by: Kikki Guerard

Come to the 2-Spirit Cabaret to see a performance by: JAY NORTHCOTT
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Jay Northcott (They/Them) is a multidisciplinary Creator, Director, Producer, and former Big Brother Canada contestant.

Central to Jay’s creative and artistic practice is their advocacy for marginalized communities including Palestinians, Indigenous, Black, Racialized, Q***r, Trans folks and beyond.

The art they create is a window into their world, soul, values, and imagination.

Art is freedom and freedom breathes life.
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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride Festival 2026.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open: 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
🎟️ in bio!

Visual art by: Kikki Guerard

Celebrating Pride Month and Indigenous History Month by announcing the 10th edition of our 2-Spirit Cabaret
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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride 2026
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Join Native Earth Performing Arts and Buddies to celebrate the strength, beauty, and talent of q***r and 2-Spirit Indigenous people.

Hosted by: Hayley Robinson
and featuring performances by:
Jay Northcott
Madame Ode’miin Surprise
Brianna Olson-Pitawanakwat
Rosary Spence
Annika Tupper
Lacey Hill

Join us in the cabaret space for community celebration before the show, with catering from Powwow Cafe, and artwork and merch available form Native Earth and Native Arts Society.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
🎟️ in bio!

Visual Art: Kikki Guerard

CASTING CALL
Upcoming TBA Production
Directed by Tara Beagan

Submissions due: Monday, June 15, 2026
All performers cast in this production must be Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis).

Audition Dates: June 18 and 19, 2026
Rehearsal Dates: February 8 – March 7, 2027
Production Run: March 9 – 28, 2027

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
* Selected artists will be provided with sides in advance of the audition. It will not be necessary to be off book.
* PLEASE SUBMIT:As a single PDF document, a Headshot, Resume and Indigenous affiliation/community connection
* Please submit materials to [email protected] by Monday, June 15, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an audition will be contacted.

To learn more, head over to: https://nativeearth.ca/news/casting-call-upcomingtba

Thank you so much for attending ‘Doors Open’ last Sunday and learning more about our new ‘Minogitoon Workspace’.
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Missed ‘Doors Open’ but want to learn more about these 3 rehearsal spaces? Head over to nativeearth.ca!

Congratulations to ANDY MORO for his Dora Award Nominations for ‘Outstanding Scenic & Projection Design’ for Mischief
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Co-Produced by Native Earth Performing Arts, Tarragon Theatre, and Neptune Theatre

Photo by: Jae Yang 
Scenic & Projection Design by: Andy Moro
Lighting Design by: Leigh Ann Vardy

Native Earth Performing Arts is so excited to be a part of ‘DOORS OPEN TORONTO’ this year!

Come learn more about our brand-new Minogitoon Workspace on Sunday, May 24, from 10AM-5PM

** Aki Studio and the NEPA offices will not be open to the public during this time.

Details on DOORS OPEN:
“Explore Toronto’s unique buildings and sites for free during Doors Open weekend. Discover the people, places and stories that make the city a global mosaic.

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We join our colleagues and loved ones in grieving the loss of Cris Derksen. A prolific cellist and composer, Cris was also a dear friend and collaborator to so many. An absolute force, an incredibly talented musician, and a true inspiration. We'd like to send our deepest condolences to Cris' family and friends in this sudden, great loss. Travel well, Cris. We are grateful for the time we had with you, and your memory will live on. Baamaapii.