Biography
The project originates from PearlDamour, the collaborative team of Katie Pearl and Lisa D’Amour, acclaimed for their bold, boundary-pushing performance work. Jenn Kidwell serves as the lead performer, bringing powerful presence to the Ocean Filibuster stage. The show’s original compositions come from Sxip Shirey, whose eclectic work helps fuse theatre, music, and visual storytelling in a transformative way. The creators’ distinct blend of theatre, live music, projection mapping, and AR elements positions Ocean Filibuster at the forefront of contemporary performance.
Discography Highlights
While Ocean Filibuster is primarily a live theatre piece, the collaborators boast a rich catalog across theatre music and contemporary performance. PearlDamour’s past projects feature award-winning performances and widely recognized scores, underscored by a history of touring and festival presence. For fans, expect a musical vocabulary drawn from experimental theatre, immersive staging, and collaborative composition, with featured contributions from Sxip Shirey.
Upcoming Tour Info
Current tour pages list engagements through Spring 2024, with a touring model designed for customization to local venues and community engagement. No public 2025 dates are listed at this time. To stay in the loop, sign up for updates at Pearldamour.com. We’ll help you lock in tickets for available stops and keep you informed of new announcements as they’re released.
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Geographic note: Ocean Filibuster has performed at universities and arts venues across the U.S., including Cambridge, MA; Houston, TX; Miami, FL; Wesleyan, CT; New Orleans, LA; Durham, NC; and Salt Lake City, UT. Each stop highlights a community-focused approach, aligning with PearlDamour’s mission to offer flexible, site-responsive performances for diverse audiences.