Awowakii - Preview Performance Tickets

Awowakii - Preview Performance is a groundbreaking immersive theatre piece that invites audiences into a living room setting to explore Blackfoot Two-Spirit identity and family dynamics. Created by Calgary-based Indigenous playwright Sable Sweetgrass (Kainai Nation) and directed by Odawa theatre artist Alanis King, the world premiere runs at Big Secret Theatre, Arts Commons in Calgary from April 22 to May 11, 2025. The production has already garnered seven Betty Mitchell Award nominations, highlighting its artistic impact and community resonance.

Live, intimate theatre like this blends storytelling with communal immediacy, placing you close to the characters and their experiences. If you’re looking for provocative, authentic voices in Canadian Indigenous theatre, this is a Calgary show you won’t want to miss. Stay connected with Theatre Calgary for updates on future developments and potential touring information.

About the show: Awowakii - Preview Performance is directed by Alanis King and written by Sable Sweetgrass. The intimate, immersive format places audiences in a 'living room' environment to examine identity, family bonds, and cultural memory through a Blackfoot Two-Spirit lens. While the world premiere is anchored in Calgary, this production has sparked conversations across the theatre community about representation and storytelling in Indigenous Canadian theatre.

Upcoming tour information: At present, no additional 2025 tour stops have been announced beyond Calgary. For ongoing updates, follow Theatre Calgary on Instagram and other official channels for the latest news and possible future engagements.

Social media and official links: Theatre Calgary maintains active social media channels for show updates. Explore the latest announcements and content from Theatre Calgary at their official pages provided below.

We’ve got you: secure your seats for the Calgary world premiere and stay tuned for any future touring plans as they’re announced. This is a moment in Indigenous theatre worth experiencing live.