Join us in our open-air timber barn for a screening of the feature film PORTRAITS FROM A FIRE by Trevor Mack. This film will be preceded by the winners of the INDIGENOUS SHORT FILM SHOWCASE. Admission is by donation, with half of the proceeds being donated to the Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line. The Tsilhqot'in BBQ Food truck will be onsite.
Join us in our open-air timber barn for a screening of the feature film PORTRAITS FROM A FIRE by Trevor Mack. This film will be preceded by the winners of the INDIGENOUS SHORT FILM SHOWCASE. Admission is by donation, with half of the proceeds being donated to the Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line. The Tsilhqot'in BBQ Food truck will be onsite.
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Fall evenings bring crackling fires, hot drinks, cozy blankets, buttered popcorn and… the silver screen! In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation day on September 30th, we are presenting our three Indigenous Short Film Showcase winners as well as a screening of Trevor Mack’s PORTRAITS FROM A FIRE on the Timber Barn screen.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24TH
Gates open at 5:30
Opening Ceremonies at 6:45 Films begin at 7:00
This event is free to attend! We will be taking donations, of which half will go to cover our costs and half will be donated to the The Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
The Tsilhqot’in BBQ Food truck will be onsite, and our concession will be serving snacks and treats, and non alcoholic beverages to purchase, as well as complementary popcorn. So bundle up for a wonderful outdoor gathering where we celebrate Indigenous voices, stories, and perspectives. See you there!
Have questions? Call our Box Office at 1-866-546-8533 and we will be happy to speak with you.
FESTIVAL OPENER ~ WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24
With an amazing score, stunning photography, and a storytelling style that not only reimagines how to tell stories, but also depicts memory work in a breathtaking way, Portraits from a Fire is a spellbinding debut that you can’t miss. – EXCLAIM! Magazine
Undaunted by the paltry audiences that turn up to watch his DIY films on the Tl’etinqox Reserve, teenage Tyler remains convinced that he’s bound for bigger things. But when a DV tape resurfaces that casts new light on his family’s history, Tyler must abandon escapism in favour of unearthing difficult truths. Mingling authenticity and invention, this accomplished open-hearted first feature by Trevor Mack asserts that where there is trauma, there is also the opportunity for healing.
RATING: PG
Four short films have been chosen as finalists for our Indigenous Short Film Showcase:
Siku Alooloo SPIRIT EMULSION
K.J. Edwards MEET THE SKY
Jennie Williams NALUJUK NIGHTS
Beric Manywounds TSANIZID
Congratulations to the finalists!
The selection panel consists of Indigenous elders and artists including; Gloria Morgan (Secwepemc) who was Chief of the Splatsin First Nation. Gloria served and continues to serve on several Boards and committees (locally, regionally, provincially) and is currently the Chair of the Okanagan College Board of Governors; Bill Cohen (Syilx Okanagan) researcher, educator and artist, who has been sharing his deep passion for transformative and revitalizing works with Indigenous communities for over 25 years; and Aaron Leon (Secwepemc) an artist, community activist and academic currently researching Indigenous knowledge-keeping in a digital age.
The show lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours
Please bring lawn chairs, cushions and blankets.
It cools off at night so be sure to bring warm clothes.
We have a licensed concession with beer, wine, coffee, and snacks. Touchless tap payment is available.
We have heated, wheelchair accessible washrooms.
Mobility parking is located at the end of the parking lot closest to the box office booth and is marked with blue signs.
Caravan Farm Theatre is located in the countryside North-West of Armstrong. Please factor this into your driving time. If you have not visited before, we recommend that you print out a map and have it with you when you drive.
Shows will not be held for latecomers.
Dogs are not permitted at shows. Please leave them at home rather than in your car.
RAIN OR SHINE
All Caravan Farm Theatre performances are held outdoors. In the event of rain the show will be relocated to our dry and covered Rain Venue, ensuring that you see the full show in comfort.
SUMMER SHOW COMFORT TIPS
The show lasts approximately 2 hours with one 15-minute intermission.
It cools off at night so be sure to bring warm clothes.
We have a licensed concession with beer, wine, coffee and snacks. Bring cash!
We have heated, wheelchair accessible washrooms.
Mobility parking is located at the end of the parking lot closest to the box office booth and is marked with blue signs.
Caravan Farm Theatre is located in the countryside North-West of Armstrong. Please factor this into your driving time. If you have not visited before, we recommend that you print out a map and have it with you when you drive.
Shows will not be held for latecomers.
Dogs are not permitted at shows. Please leave them at home rather than in your car.
