Once upon a magical time, a rabbit named Weeskits hurried home to Kisoos—a town known as the Earth’s belly button—to deliver some thrilling news: Grand Chief Salamoo Cook is coming to town! Join acclaimed author Tomson Highway alongside vocalists Moe Clark, Coral Egan, Marie-Christine Depestre, Elie Haroun, and a full band for a performance of Highway’s laugh-out-loud riot of a tale. Featuring nine jazzy songs performed in Cree and narration by Todd Houseman.
WHEN: October 1, 2PM| WHERE: Rialto Theatre| TICKETS: Buy now($5 for people under 16 and $10 for people 16 and up)
Bring your copy of Grand Chief Salamoo Cook Is Coming To Town! to have it signed by Tomson Highway after the show. “It’s fun, it’s funny, and it has just enough Cree language to be warm and inviting for young learners, whether or not you speak Cree,” says renowned singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie.
Before the concert, come to Maktaba Bookshop’s reading nook for their Children Are The Future pop-up. Expect cozy vibes and a curated selection of books to browse. There will be a zine workshop running throughout the event to make your very own books to showcase. Les Biblios du Plateau will also have a booth to sign up for a library card and to borrow books on the spot!
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Kids POP Presents: Grand Chief Salamoo Cook in Concert
Once upon a magical time, a rabbit named Weeskits hurried home to Kisoos—a town known as the Earth’s belly button—to deliver some thrilling news: Grand Chief Salamoo Cook is coming to town! Join acclaimed author Tomson Highway alongside vocalists Moe Clark, Coral Egan, Marie-Christine Depestre, Elie Haroun, and a full band for a performance of Highway’s laugh-out-loud riot of a tale. Featuring nine jazzy songs performed in Cree and narration by Todd Houseman.
WHEN: October 1, 2PM | WHERE: Rialto Theatre | TICKETS: Buy now ($5 for people under 16 and $10 for people 16 and up)
Bring your copy of Grand Chief Salamoo Cook Is Coming To Town! to have it signed by Tomson Highway after the show. “It’s fun, it’s funny, and it has just enough Cree language to be warm and inviting for young learners, whether or not you speak Cree,” says renowned singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie.
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Before the concert, come to Maktaba Bookshop’s reading nook for their Children Are The Future pop-up. Expect cozy vibes and a curated selection of books to browse. There will be a zine workshop running throughout the event to make your very own books to showcase. Les Biblios du Plateau will also have a booth to sign up for a library card and to borrow books on the spot!
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