First Métis Man of Odesa
https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/35931
In-person event
An NAC English Theatre presentation of the Punctuate! Theatre production
Following a serendipitous encounter in Kyiv, an unexpected flirtation blossoms between a Métis playwright and a Ukrainian actress. Undeterred by the challenges of long distance, their love soon flourishes in a fervent romance spanning oceans and continents, from the scenic beaches of the Black Sea to the tranquil banks of the North Saskatchewan River. As they navigate the onset of a global pandemic and...
“Tender, funny and truthful, this is one of the best shows of the year...[Khomutova's] performance is clear, deeply felt and intelligent. She's an exquisite actor. *****” Glenn Sumi, Go Ahead Sumi
- In-person event
- English
- Ages 14+
- ≈ 90 minutes · No intermission
- Mature themes
- Strong language
- Flashing lights
- Haze
- Loud noises
An NAC English Theatre presentation of the Punctuate! Theatre production
Following a serendipitous encounter in Kyiv, an unexpected flirtation blossoms between a Métis playwright and a Ukrainian actress. Undeterred by the challenges of long distance, their love soon flourishes in a fervent romance spanning oceans and continents, from the scenic beaches of the Black Sea to the tranquil banks of the North Saskatchewan River. As they navigate the onset of a global pandemic and the eruption of war, their journey encompasses profound changes with marriage, the birth of their son, and the adventures of new parenthood.
First Métis Man of Odesa tells the real-life love story of award-winning Métis playwright Matthew MacKenzie and acclaimed Ukrainian actress Mariya Khomutova. Together, they weave the story of their Covid courtship with the personal impact of the war in Ukraine. Their enchanting narrative captures the unbreakable bonds formed in crisis and the transcendent resilience of love.
Winner of three Dora Mavor Moore Awards including Outstanding Production, Outstanding New Work, and Outstanding Direction.
- Written and Performed by Matthew MacKenzie and Mariya Khomutova
- Director Lianna Makuch
- Production Designer Daniela Masellis
- Projection Designer Amelia Scott
- Composer Daraba
- Sound Designer Aaron Macri
- Choreographer Krista Lin
- Dramaturgy Matt McGeachy
- Stage Manager Amy Height
- Production Manager & Technical Director Trent Crosby
- Associate Designer Cameron Fraser
- Design Consultation & Scenic Artist Dawn Marie Marchand
- Beadwork Artists Krista Leddy and Maria Nelson
- Producers Andy Cohen and Sheiny Satanove
- Associate Producer Alyson Dicey
