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Event
Two-Sided Mirror
Program Description:
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In the first part of "Two-Sided Mirror", audiences watch scenes in which Jim, a father and grandfather, is coping with his daughter's recent cancer diagnosis. As the scenes progress, we see Jim trying to navigate his own feelings of depression and suicidality while supporting Marissa and her daughter, Corrine. As it becomes apparent that Marissa's illness may be terminal, she begins to consider whether a Medically-Assisted Death (MAiD) is right for her. Through the eyes of Marissa, Corrine, and Jim we see a family contending with the realities of MAiD and its implications, through three different viewpoints.
Jim, like many seniors and their families, has complicated feelings surrounding the separate but intertwined issues of depression, suicide, and MAiD in aging communities. Due to issues such as stigma, ageism, and ableism, there are few places where seniors and their loved ones are able to speak about these challenges openly.
After viewing these scenes, audiences will be invited by a facilitator to comment on the scenes, suggest changes, and replace characters to try out their own ideas to improve the situation for the characters. Through these dialogues, our hope is that elders and their families will find new ways to support one another if and when these circumstances arise.
Performance Dates:
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Friday October 20 at 7:00 PM (EST)
Saturday October 21 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Tuesday October 24 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Wednesday October 25 at 7:00 PM (EST)
Friday October 27 at 7:00 PM (EST)
Saturday October 28 at 2:00 PM (EST)*
Wednesday November 1 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Wednesday November 1 at 7:00 PM (EST)*
*Please note the performances on Oct 28 at 2:00 PM (EST), and Nov 1 at 7:00 PM (EST) will be video recorded and photos/videos from these sessions may be used in public promotional materials for MCT.
Content Note:
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We recognize that the content of "Two-Sided Mirror," and the issues of Medically Assisted Death (MAiD), Suicide, and Depression in aging communities are complex and nuanced. And we know that as audience members who may be personally impacted by these issues, you may have feelings, thoughts, and experiences you would like to discuss during or after watching this show.
We will have emotional support professionals present at the workshops that audience members can speak to during, and after the program. Thank you to our mental health workers for joining us to provide support for those who need it.
Furthermore, we would like to clarify that our role here is to facilitate a community-led conversation to find ways to respond to these situations. We are not healthcare professionals or practitioners and cannot fill this role for you in any way, including by giving medical advice or information.
If you would like to contact a healthcare professional, we have an emotional support person present at the performance and we will share additional resources during the session.
Location:
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These presentations are all delivered online over the Zoom platform. You will receive an email when you register with details on how to join.
Pricing:
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This virtual presentation is free to attend.
We gratefully accept any and all donations to our company to support our programs fostering social change, through our Canada Helps page, here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/mixed-company-theatre/
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LocationZoom
Timezone: America/Toronto Online Access Information You will be sent information on how to join the Zoom session through email. If you have any technical questions or difficulty accessing the session, write to info@mixedcompanytheatre.com
You will need a device with internet access to engage in the presentation.
Its a good idea to update your Zoom software before the session.
This is an interactive, facilitated presentation where you will be invited to comment on the scenarios, suggest changes, and replace characters to find alternative ways to improve the situation for the characters. You can participate through the chat, audio only, and/or by coming on camera to intervene. Instructions for participation will be explained during the session.
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