Join us for a lively and engaging conversation with Controlled Damage Director Cherissa Richards and professor and award-winning journalist Nana aba Duncan, as they chat about Andrea Scott’s play, giving insight into the story and Canadian icon Viola Desmond.

In addition, the discussion will touch on Cherissa’s process, insights and experience as a Black woman working in Canadian Theatre.

Audiences are invited to participate with questions or comments as part of the discussion

For tickets for Controlled Damage Black Out Night, visit: https://arts.nac-cna.ca/en/syos/performance/9462

NAC Black Out Nights offer Black audiences, and their guests, an opportunity to enjoy performances with their community, showcasing the vibrant spectrum of the Black experience. As always, everyone is welcome to join the Black Out Night during the performance of Controlled Damage, fostering a spirit of inclusivity and celebration.