Nchem?u?s Day at Presentation House Theatre

When: August 25, 2022 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: Presentation House Theatre (333 Chesterfield Ave, North Vancouver)
Admission: Free! Register online in advance , walk-ups welcome

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The public is invited to a fun day of sharing with Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, Elders, artists and storytellers on August 25th for Nchem?u?s Day at Presentation House Theatre (“PHT”) in North Vancouver.

Nchem?u?s Day - Original artwork by Xwalacktun — Nchem?u?s Day – Original artwork by Xwalacktun

Celebrating “people coming together”, this free annual community event features artwork unveilings, a carving demonstration, traditional and untraditional storytelling, stand-up comedy, and the chance to join in some friendly rivalry in the ancient Indigenous game of Slahal.

This year’s event offers a public glimpse into the deep ongoing work taking place at PHT to strengthen relationships with neighbouring Indigenous communities, and to learn, unlearn and decolonize company practices and procedures.

Participating Squamish Nation leaders and artists include Chief Ian Campbell, Chief Janice George and Willard “Buddy” Joseph, Elder Lisa Lewis, Elder Sam Seward, Keith Nahanee, Knowledge Keeper Rebecca Duncan with Spakwus Slolem, Xwalacktun, and Swalklanexw Dallas Guss.

Over the years, PHT has worked with each of these artists individually developing collaborative projects and commissioning artwork for its spaces. Nchem?u?s Day marks the first time all of the artists will come together at the theatre.