Theatre Passe Muraille, in partnership with Open Heart Surgery Theatre, proudly presents the world premiere of Erased, a bold and imaginative new play by Coleen Shirin MacPherson running from November 20th to November 30th, 2024, at Theatre Passe Muraille in Toronto.

Erased will transport audiences into a surreal post-climate collapse world inside a greeting card factory, where workers are pushed to their limits and forced to meet quotas while creating absurd cards under the control of machinery that defines and erases them.

Erased features an 11-member physical theatre piece that blends absurdism, dark comedy, political theatre, and poetry, highlighting our addiction to production in late capitalism and serving as a powerful call to reflect on the state of our planet and the systems that have entrapped us. Through a surreal marriage of genres, Erased explores how the spark of a soft revolution can turn into a roaring flame of resistance.

More About ERASED

Erased began as a response to capitalism and the culture of consumption, written amidst the forests of France, where inspiration took a unique turn. It premiered in the UK with readings at the Arcola Theatre and Tristan Bates Theatre. It later evolved into a film-play broadcast live through La MaMa Experiments in New York City during the global pandemic. This production represents the latest iteration of a work that continues to grow, shaped by numerous artists and collaborators.

Erased has captured international attention, developed at Tarragon Workspace, and featured in Theatre Passe Muraille’s Buzz Development series in 2021 and 2023. It has evolved through contributions from artists in London, New York, and Toronto. The play’s journey from intimate readings to international broadcast highlights its resonance and adaptability.

The play features interpretations by talented performers Nancy McAlear, Sochi Fried, Rose Tuong, and Ericka Leobrera under the direction of Coleen Shirin MacPherson.

The Department of Theatre, Dance, and Performance at York University will lead post-show conversations on November 23rd and 27th. The conversations will feature guest speakers who will engage with the play’s themes, followed by audience discussions. Food will be provided.

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ERASED

When: November 20th to 30th, 2024

• Opening Night (November 22nd, 7:30 pm)

Where: Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave, Toronto

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $15. Grab your tickets here.