Sky Woman Falls to the Earth
Languages
English
Discipline
Drama
Availability
In-Person
Number of participants
325
Themes
Indigenous Cultures, North American History
Age
Seniors, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
About this program
Sky Woman Falls to the Earth is an ancient Haudenosaunee creation story. Using mask, movement and scripted narration, the story brings the audience to a time when there was only a water world and a sky world. From this legend we learn how sky woman created what we now know as Turtle Island.
Curriculum Links
Understanding the rich diversity of Indigenous cultures; gain an appreciation for the relationship between culture and dance; explore the use of drama and dance techniques to share a story.
Artist
Pricing
In person only (January to April)
One performance (50 minutes (including Q&A): $1100 + HST
Published fees are for schools; fees for other settings are subject to change.
Venues over 25km from Ottawa centre will be charged a travel fee for artist's transportation costs.
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