How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

The Theatre Centre, Toronto

About the event

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

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Thu 12. Nov19:00Fri 13. Nov19:00Sat 14. Nov19:00Sun 15. Nov19:00Tue 17. Nov19:00Wed 18. Nov19:00Thu 19. Nov19:00Fri 20. Nov19:00Sat 21. Nov13:30Sat 21. Nov19:00Sun 22. Nov19:00Tue 24. Nov19:00Wed 25. Nov19:00Thu 26. Nov19:00Fri 27. Nov19:00Sat 28. Nov13:30Sat 28. Nov19:00
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How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Thu 12. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Fri 13. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sat 14. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sun 15. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Tue 17. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Wed 18. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Thu 19. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Fri 20. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sat 21. Nov · 13:30 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sat 21. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sun 22. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Tue 24. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Wed 25. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Thu 26. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Fri 27. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sat 28. Nov · 13:30 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla

Sat 28. Nov · 19:00 · The Theatre Centre

“I wish girls fought more. Like beat the shit out of each other for fun. I wish that was like a socially acceptable thing to do. Fight club, you know? If it was me and you, I think I’d win.” Seven college students gather for a DIY self-defence workshop after a sorority sister is assaulted at a neighbouring frat. They practice using their bodies as weapons. They learn to fend off attackers. They learn “not to be a victim.” Self-defence becomes a channel for their rage, anxiety, confusion, trauma and desire—lots of desire. WINNER – YALE DRAMA SERIES PRIZE Director/Set, Props & Costume Designer: Emily Anne Corcoran Stage Manager: Kayleigh Mundy Lighting Designer: Lilian Adom Sound Designer/Production Manager: Erik Richards Fight/Intimacy Director: Cara Rebecca Mojdeh: Parastoo Amanzadeh Diana: Paula Goldie Brandi: Kaeley Jade Wiebe Kara: Donnon Root Nikki: Sasha Khan Eggo: Samel Sunil Andy: Anthony Goncharov