The Taxi Project opens in Toronto

The TAXI Project, a theatre based event exploring freedom of expression will be running until August 9th at the Alchemy Theatre here in Toronto.

The show features a unique combination of theatre, film, and an interactive workshop.

A project of PEN Canada and the Art For Real Change Collective, The TAXI Project features an original play exploring the forces that compel people to leave their home countries, the struggle to create a new life in Canada, and celebrates the community of brave individuals who speak out against injustice.

Written by a highly acclaimed group of international writers from PEN Canada’s Writers in Exile Program TAXI is based on the lives and writings of Emma Beltrán, Martha Kuwee Kumsa, Goran Simic and Sheng Xue and is being directed by Weyni Mengesha (Da Kink in My Hair).

The TAXI Project began in 2006 with funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and engages high schools, universities, and communities across Ontario in a creative exploration around themes of freedom of expression, exile, and refugee experiences. The project is suitable for people aged 16 and up.

The Taxi Project plays the Alchemy Theatre, which is at 133 Tecumseth St.
Monday – Thursday 2:00pm
Friday and Saturday 7:30pm

Ticket are pay what you can. Call 416-703-8448, ext. 23 or email jbloch@pencanada.ca