Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute (ACCI) is pleased to announce that the Mind’s Eye theatrical production was a success in Eeyou Istchee. The communities embraced the show with open arms.
The theatrical production, Mind’s Eye, was directed by Shirley Cheechoo, An accomplished playwright, actor, visual artist, writer and director, Dr. Shirley Cheechoo is also a member of the James Bay Cree of Quebec.
The play was based on the book with the same name, Mind’s Eye, written by Emily Masty and Susan Marshall. Historical, mystical and poignant, Minds Eye is a play that chronicles the powerful stories of survival, courage, honor and community, Mind’s Eye breathes life into our great mysteries and truths about The Lady Spirit of the Caribou and other animal spirits who reveal themselves through the characters suffering abundance and that each is guided by our choices. Narrated by a Cree Elder, Minds Eye magically follows the arch of hunter’s and their families through spirit encounters, shaking tent and haunting dreams as they face life, death and redemption until the final warning that soon, they will encounter visitors that will alter their lives forever.
