From November 20 to 30, Theatre Passe Muraille and Open Heart Surgery Theatre invite Toronto audiences into the world of Erased, an innovative, genre-blending theatrical experience by Coleen Shirin MacPherson. Set in a dystopian greeting card factory where workers are trapped by machines, Erased uses absurdism, dark comedy, and political theatre to explore themes of resistance, capitalism, and survival in a post-climate-collapse society. This thought-provoking, 11-member physical theatre piece, inspired by MacPherson’s experiences in France, promises a unique mix of poetry and visuals designed to leave audiences reflecting on the systems that shape our lives.
Erased is the latest evolution of a project that began as a response to capitalism’s pressures, premiering in the UK and later adapted into a film-play broadcast in New York. Developed with an array of artists from Toronto, London, and New York, and featuring contributions from York University’s Devised Theatre program, the show promises a collaborative, powerful look at humanity’s drive to resist and endure.
Catch Erased at Theatre Passe Muraille (16 Ryerson Ave, Toronto) and join the conversation on November 23 and 27 with post-show discussions led by York University’s Theatre Department. Opening night is on November 22 at 7:30 PM, with relaxed performances throughout and special mask-required shows on select dates. Tickets are available through Theatre Passe Muraille’s website. This unforgettable experience is a must for anyone interested in the intersection of art, activism, and absurdity.
For tickets and more information, visit Theatre Passe Muraille and be part of this surreal journey into the heart of resistance.
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