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Controlled Damage is a gripping stage work written by Andrea Scott that centers on Viola Desmond, a Black Canadian businesswoman and civil rights pioneer who challenged racial segregation. This powerful drama, with a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, invites audiences into a pivotal chapter of Canadian history and social justice. The production has been widely recognized with Merritt Awards for Outstanding Production and individual recognitions in Lighting Design, Costume Design, and Best Direction. The piece is produced in collaboration with NAC English Theatre and Neptune Theatre and continues to travel across North America, delivering a timely, thought-provoking experience.

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Upcoming engagements include a 2025 North American tour with stops at Neptune Theatre in Halifax (Jan 14–Feb 2, 2025) and the National Arts Centre in Ottawa (Feb 13–22, 2025), featuring a Black Out Night on Feb 15 and an ASL‑Interpreted performance on Feb 22. Ontario audiences already experienced the show during its 2023 Grand Theatre premiere in London, Ontario (Spriet Stage). For more information, follow official channels from NAC English Theatre, Neptune Theatre, and The Grand Theatre to stay informed about dates, accessibility options, and future touring cities.

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Secure your seats for a thought-provoking evening with Controlled Damage—a production that highlights equal rights and social justice themes through a powerful, intimate performance.

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Quick Facts About Controlled Damage

  • Genre: Drama; Runtime around 2 hours 15 minutes; content Advisory notes on offensive language and sensitive material (as per NAC program notes).
  • World premiere: 2020 at Neptune Theatre, Halifax (in association with b current performing arts).
  • Writer/Subject: Andrea Scott; focuses on Viola Desmond, a Black Canadian businesswoman and civil rights pioneer who challenged racial segregation.
  • 2025 North American tour/engagements: Neptune Theatre, Halifax (Jan 14–Feb 2, 2025); National Arts Centre, Ottawa (Feb 13–22, 2025) with Black Out Night on Feb 15 and an ASL‑Interpreted performance on Feb 22.
  • Ontario/Canadian tour history: Premiered at Grand Theatre, London, Ontario in January 2023 (Spriet Stage).
  • Awards: Merritt Awards 2022 including Outstanding Production, plus wins for Lighting Design, Costume Design, and Best Direction for Controlled Damage production credits.

Upcoming engagements include a 2025 North American tour with stops at Neptune Theatre in Halifax (Jan 14–Feb 2, 2025) and the National Arts Centre in Ottawa (Feb 13–22, 2025), featuring a Black Out Night on Feb 15 and an ASL‑Interpreted performance on Feb 22. Ontario audiences already experienced the show during its 2023 Grand Theatre premiere in London, Ontario (Spriet Stage). For more information, follow official channels from NAC English Theatre, Neptune Theatre, and The Grand Theatre to stay informed about dates, accessibility options, and future touring cities.

Social updates and official details: NAC English Theatre (@NACEnglish) twitter, Instagram; Neptune Theatre (@NeptuneTheatre) twitter, Instagram; The Grand Theatre London Twitter, Instagram.

Secure your seats for a thought-provoking evening with Controlled Damage—a production that highlights equal rights and social justice themes through a powerful, intimate performance.

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