The Rez Sisters - Tomson Highway

The Rez Sisters by Tomson Highway is a vibrant and powerful play that explores the lives of seven Indigenous women living on the fictional Wasaychigan Hill Indian Reserve in Northern Ontario. Through a unique blend of humour and poignant storytelling, the narrative centres around the women’s shared dream of attending THE BIGGEST BINGO IN THE WORLD, symbolising hope and the desire for escape from their life challenges. Highway's use of lyrical language and rich cultural references offers a profound insight into Indigenous life, celebrating both unity and the complexities of their experiences. This play not only entertains but also invites reflection on the realities faced by many Indigenous communities in Canada. The play won the Dora Mavor Moore Award for Best New Play and was nominated for the Governor General's Award, solidifying its place as a seminal work in Canadian drama

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ISBNs of note: 9780920079447

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