Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 5, no. 3, Series 2, Fall, 1993, pp. 53-88
Description
Presents a screenplay by Gerald Vizenor that focuses on Harold and the Warriors of Orange, descendants of the great trickster.
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Drama Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Toronto, 2000.
Focuses on four playwrights Suzan-Lori Park, Daniel David Moses, and filmmakers Midi Onodera and Julie Dash.
Essay on Canadian Writing, no. 71, Fall, 2000, pp. 48-60
Description
Contends that, as Aboriginal theatre hits mainstream, the meaning of terms such as "Indigenous", "Native" and "Canadian" has shifted and produced a rethinking of the field of dramaturgy.
This file consists of a presentation by Floyd Favel, Artistic Director of the only professional Aboriginal theatre company in Toronto. Favel states that culture is the cornerstone of all civilizations, and having people understand the importance of culture "is an uphill battle." Favel believes that if "you concentrate on culture it alleviates many, many other problematic areas because...you are dealing directly with a person's feelings, ideas and memories. He appeals to the Commissioners for any funding from government sources to help the Theatre continue.
This file contains a presentation by Marie Mumford, Sandra Laronde and Elaine Bomberry relating to Aboriginal people in Canada involved in the arts and culture. A number of Aboriginal organizations and schools involved in art, dance, theater and music exist in Canada and most could benefit from government funding. Some students who cannot afford to pay tuition are sometimes funded by their First Nations or through family and relatives, but the presenters feel that Aboriginal art and culture would thrive if more financial assistance was available for students.
Theatre Journal, vol. 45, no. 4, December 1993, pp. 461-486
Description
Argues that "Indians" and "Americans" were replayed on the national stage, and because of this a theatre culture emerged with a history of the "Native" in what became Native history.