History
Obsidian Theatre Company (OTC) was founded in 1999 with a mission to produce plays from the worldwide canon focusing primarily, but not exclusively, on the works of highly acclaimed playwrights of African descent. Through dramaturgical and performance workshops OTC promotes and develops the work of African-Canadian playwrights. The company also provides opportunities for employment and training through mentoring and apprenticeship programs.
In 2002, the company received funding of $48,000 for an audience development and marketing strategy project for Djanet Sears' Adventures of a Black Girl in Search of God.
Obsidian alumni include Rita Deverell, Alison Sealy-Smith and Philip Akin. The company's works, which include Austin Clarke's acclaimed The Polished Hoe have been nominated for several awards, including the Dora Mavor Moore award for 2008's production of Intimate Apparel.
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