Tales Of Us


Date: Oct 2
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Where: Theatre
Special Event

Power Productions "Tales of Us" celebrates the unique cultural experiences and voices of artists who self-identify as living with a seen or unseen disability. Through comedy, contemporary work, original creations and classic prose, artists will share their talents through the lens of lived experience as a self-identified individual with a disability.

Directed by Paul David Power
Stage Manager: Kirsti Mikoda
Production Support: Jacqueline Raymond Ottenheimer

Artists scheduled to perform include:

  • Roger Head
  • Josh Menchions
  • Charlotte Peddle
  • A Powell
  • Gabe Tucker
  • Kim White
  • Charlotte Peddle

Power Productions, along with our partners, is pleased to offer:

  • ASL interpretation*
  • Assisted Listening Devices*
  • Audio description
  • A relaxed style performance and a working respect for what is known as "crip time" for both our artists and audiences.

*ASL/English Interpreting Services and Assisted Listening Devices are available by request only to sarahryan@therooms.ca or 709-757-8057.

Ticket are $10 plus HST ($11.50). 10% discount for Rooms members.

Space is limited. Please reserve your ticket online by clicking "Buy Tickets" or by calling 757-8090.

Events & Programs

9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Workshop

Excited about finding some Newfoundland and Labrador ancestors? This half-day workshop is an introduction to genealogy, with an orientation to the extensive genealogical archival collections at The Rooms. Our expert staff will be your guide through practical resources that you can use to trace your family tree.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Included in the workshop fee are:

  • An Introduction to Genealogy Handbook
  • A permanent researcher registration number for The Rooms (Value $10)
  • Light refreshments (tea, coffee, and a freshly baked muffin from The Rooms Café)
  • An orientation tour of the Archives Reference Room
  • A Family History Notebook
  • Access to key genealogy resources to aid your research
  • A voucher for free admission to The Rooms for a return visit to see exhibitions

Cost: $75 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Pre-registration is required. Register online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

Please note: All ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued.

For more information on the workshop schedule and content, please contact Carla Watson at carlawatson@therooms.ca.

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Playdate

Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.

No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk and drop in anytime between 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that caregivers must accompany their children throughout the session. While our program room can accommodate up to 20 adults with their little ones, if it reaches capacity, we kindly ask caregivers to momentarily step back to make room for others to join in the fun.

The Playdate is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms Members. 

With support from Thomas and Susan (Kent) Foran Family Foundation.