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February 14, 2026
Awakened Voices Narratives presents two powerful performances featuring dramatic storytelling, first‑person historical monologues and dialogues, and ensemble work exploring the lives of Black abolitionists, early Black settlers, and the cross‑cultural alliances that shaped Ontario. Each performance includes a community Q & A and invited remarks from attendees.
Featured Performers:
Returning performers include J. Nicole Noel, Carlos Morgan, Kevin Heronjones, and Raechele Lovell, who will portray historical figures such as Viola Desmond, Marie‑Angélique Joseph, Mathieu Da Costa, Ida & John Little and Richard Pierpoint.
New performers joining the 2026 lineup include actor/vocalist/musician, Samuel Soga, acclaimed spoken‑word artist Truth Is…, and veteran stage actor Peter Skoggard, who will portray Reverend William King and Nicholas Beaver, honouring the courage and compassion of those who supported freedom seekers in early Ontario.
Performance 2