Through the Bamboo

In Through the Bamboo, twelve-year-old Philly is pulled into an action-packed adventure while mourning the loss of her lola (“grandmother” in Tagalog) when she opens an old book and finds herself tossed into the fantastical land of Uwi.

Similar to The Wizard of Oz, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Alice in Wonderland, this imaginative Filipinx-Canadian folktale adventure invites audiences into a magical world brought to life through inventive object puppetry, immersive storytelling, and audience participation. Inspired by Philippine mythology, the production weaves together themes of grief, love, and legacy, offering a rich theatrical experience rooted in intergenerational wisdom and a vibrant celebration of culture.

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Join Crossroads Theatre for Through the Bamboo in Little Avenue Memorial Park this summer... and don't forget to bring your camping chair or picnic blanket!

*Opening Night is July 10 and will feature a Community Meal thanks to the Toronto Arts Foundation as well as an opening act by Filipinx Dancer Candace Kumar!

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Crossroads Theatre is an award-winning, community-engaged theatre company that produces relevant and accessible theatre and education for the Weston community and offers growth opportunities for early-career theatremakers. 

Accessibility is one of Crossroads’ main priorities. Little Avenue Memorial Park is physically accessible, and the production will include on-site access coordination. For more information, check out the Through the Bamboo Access Guide, found on the Crossroads Theatre website: www.crossroadstheatre.org.

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Through the Bamboo is written by Byron Abalos and Andrea Mapili
Directed by Chantelle Han

Starring:

• Olivia Sgambelluri
• AP Bautista
• Jainee Fernandez
• Jude Baris
• Neil-Erine Palmaria

Production Manager: Carlos Varela

Technical Director: Nathan Greogory

Set and Puppet Designer: Olivia Wheeler

Lighting Designer: Echo Zhou

Sound Designer: Miquelon Rodriguez

Costume Designer: Jung A Im

Movement Advisor: Candace Kumar

Cultural Consultant: Motzie Dapul

Puppetry Director: Michelle Urbano

Access Coordinator: Mandy E. MacLean

Marketing & Outreach: Lili Robinson

Publicity: Amira de Vera

Poster & Illustration: Emily Jung