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 "ANAND (bliss, peace, happiness)"
is on Tour (see Box Office link for details)! In this semi-autobiographical, one woman show; Yasmin Virani
tells us her story of intimacy, vulnerability, and sexual
self-discovery. Filled with music and laughter, this cross
cultural play is more than just a coming of age story. As
Virani recounts her journey into womanhood, her raw emotion
gives voice to our humanity and we learn that moving forward
is ultimately about personal redemption. Edgy and honest,
philosophical and compassionate, ANAND (bliss, peace,
happiness) is a celebration of romantic love - bollywood
style!
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 Faith Without Fear
Yasmin held a screening of Irshad's Manji's latest - Emmy Award Nominated -
documentary, Faith Without Fear. 'In an era in
which Islam is often portrayed in the media as harsh and
violent and Muslims as fundamentalist fanatics, Faith
Without Fear offers a complex and multi-faceted
inquiry into one of the world's great religions, from
the perspective of a woman who is dissenting, yet deeply
engaged with her faith.'
Written By: Irshad Manji and Ian McLeod |
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 Funkasia
Hired for
her theatrical expertise, Yasmin assisted in relaunching this
Bollywood extravaganza. Funkasia is all about love,
respect, acceptance, inclusivity, fun and freedom! It's a
party that makes a difference by making it safe for people
to be who they are. A home to individuals of all different
races, cultures, classes and sexualities; Funkasia is
rooted in the racially diverse, women positive and queer
positive communities. By sharing South Asian music and
culture, it is the vision of Funkasia to bring people
together who would not otherwise meet.
Produced By: Zahra Dhanani |
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 Rewriting
the Script
Yasmin held the movie premier
of, Rewriting The Script. Never before seen at The
Drake Hotel, 'this stunning new documentary explores the
loves, lives and sexualities of Queer South Asians and their
families of origin. Parents, siblings and family members
talk about the struggle to re-write and re-define their
relationships.'
Written By: Friday Nite Productions |
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 Narcissism
or Brilliance
Having
launched her first poetry book, Narcissism or Brilliance
at the tres chic, Drake Hotel; with music and an ensemble
cast, Yasmin Virani turned poetry into performance. Not only
was this stylistic theatre piece a huge success, but it was
also a, 'favorite' amongst the audiences.
Written By: Yasmin Virani |
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 The
Source
Hired
as a Theatre Consultant, Yasmin Virani volunteered her time
for the Ontario Aga Khan Arts and Culture project, The Source.
Depicted through masks, puppets, poetry, dance and drama, The
Source, is a story about human struggles and the power of
individual courage and strength.
Written By: Fenulla Jiwani and Salima Bhimani |
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 A Wall Worth Writing
On
One of sixty well renowned Canadian playwrights, Yasmin took
part in the 24 Hour Playwriting Competition at the prestigious
2007 Toronto Theatre Fringe Festival.
Written By: Yasmin Virani |
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 Kevin
Hill
Catch Yasmin as she bears witness to the
events that unfold in the court room.
Written By: Jorge A. Reyes |
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 Sue
Thomas: F.B. Eye
Catch Yasmin as she plays a high profile
corporate executive walking the streets of Washington.
Written By: Nickolas Barris and Dave Alan Johnson |
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 Da Vinci’s Inquest:
Just For Bein' Indian
Catch Yasmin as she plays the sister of a gang member in
season five of this widely acclaimed television series.
Written By: Larry Campbell and Lori Shenher |
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