Since its departure in September, the 2Play tour has already delighted hundreds of students and educators across Eastern Canada, and now it’s your turn to see the great Theatre for Young Audiences that’s been resonating with audiences of all ages!
Catch The Velveteen Rabbit: An Old Friend in a New World and/or Megalodon at Centaur Theatre for this special one-day event on December 14th, 2024.
This will be the public’s ONLY chance to catch both shows before the tour returns to the road, so don’t miss out!
The Velveteen Rabbit
An Old Friend in a New World
December 14, 2024 @ 4PM
Written by Jimmy Blais
Directed by Dean Patrick Fleming
Recommended for Elementary students (ages 5+)
The Velveteen Rabbit by Jimmy Blais is a play that captures the journey of Riley, who, after moving to a new home, receives a plush rabbit offering comfort and sparking imaginative adventures. The following year, Riley gets an AI assistant, Lexa, leading them into exciting digital escapades. This introduces a conflict between the comforting, imaginative world with the Velveteen Rabbit and the thrilling digital adventures with Lexa, highlighting the themes of emotional connections and the balance between reality and technology.
Themes and Concepts
➜ Reality
➜ Imagination and Technology
➜ Adaption
➜ Growth
➜ Coping with Change
Resources
Megalodon
December 14, 2024 @ 7PM
Written by Omari Newton and Amy Lee Lavoie
Directed by Jimmy Blais
Recommended for High School students (ages 13+)
Megalodon dives into the lives of Akilah, Troy, and the unforgettable Cressida, with a narrative that pulses to the beat of Run The Jewels, hip-hop, jazz, and singer-songwriter vibes. It’s a comedic, yet deep look into teenage friendship, identity, and grief, where music isn’t just a backdrop—it’s a lifeline. Imagine Akilah and Troy navigating their world, their losses, armed with wit, humor, and a shared love for the raw, electrifying energy of Run The Jewels. This play is an anthem for the misfits, a tribute to those tunes that help us feel seen, and a reminder that laughter and music can carry us through the toughest times.
Themes and Concepts
➜ Grief and Friendship
➜ Art as a Processing Tool
➜ Identity Shaping and Authenticity
➜ Healing and Recovery
Resources
All performances are presented at
Centaur Theatre
453 Saint Francois Xavier St
Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2T2
Getting Here:
By metro: Place d’Armes
By bus: 35, 61, 55, 129,
By car: Street parking
Cast and Team
Audrey Ferus
as Parent (The Velveteen Rabbit),
and Akilah (Megalodon)
Brontae Hunter
as Riley (The Velveteen Rabbit),
and Cressida (Megalodon)
Giordano “Gio” Imola
as Parent/Rabbit (The Velveteen Rabbit),
and Troy (Megalodon)
Jimmy Blais – Playwright (The Velveteen Rabbit)
Omari Newton and Amy Lee Lavoie – Playwrights (Megalodon)
Dean Patrick Fleming – Director (The Velveteen Rabbit)
Jimmy Blais – Director (Megalodon)
James Douglas – Tour Manager
Mélanie Ermel – Production Manager, Technical Director and Tour Manager
Annalise Peterson-Perry – Rehearsal Tour Manager
Andrew Scriver (potatoCakes_digital) – Video Designer
Emily Soussana (potatoCakes_digital) – Video Designer
Troy Slocum – Sound Designer & Composer
Julian Smith – Sound Assistant
Aidan Spark – Puppet Creator
Shopdogs – Set Build
Caite Clark – Head LX