Reconciliation Theatre

Reconciliation Theatre Reconciliation Theatre is a non-profit live theatre company based in Nanaimo, BC. www.reconciliationtheatre.ca

Our mission is to uplift the work of Indigenous writers, actors, and artists, while fostering meaningful connections within the community.

06/17/2026

Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me...Keith Alessi's one-man show about battling cancer through the power of music.
Two Shows only, June 27th at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre as part of Summer Theatre in the Shaw.

100% of tickets sales stay in Nanaimo to support Reconciliation Theatre and Literacy Central Vancouver Island youth programming.

Tickets at www.porttheatre.com/events

HAPPY PRIDE Nanaimo!!What a great feeling it is walk down the streets of our hometown (Nanaimo) and be greeted by thousa...
06/15/2026

HAPPY PRIDE Nanaimo!!

What a great feeling it is walk down the streets of our hometown (Nanaimo) and be greeted by thousands of our neighbours celebrating Pride.

Not to be taken for granted, our Pride Parade is only 10 years as a City sanctioned event.

Now it is one of the City's largest annual events.

Not going back.

06/14/2026

Happy Pride!!

We are entry #4, mustering on Selby between Franklyn and Fitzwilliam at 10:30.

Join us if you have PRIDE and want to be in the parade.

Talela MansonActor - EugeniaUy SkweyulMy traditional name is Xulsimalt’tanaut and my given name is Talela Manson. I come...
06/13/2026

Talela Manson

Actor - Eugenia

Uy Skweyul

My traditional name is Xulsimalt’tanaut and my given name is Talela Manson. I come from the Snuneymuxw and Tsleil Watuth territories.

I’ve been part of the local theatre scene really lightly. My last production was Berlin blues by Drew Hayden Taylor produced by Reconciliation Theatre.

Outside of theatre I am passionate about soccer and paddling!

WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE presented by Reconciliation Theatre

Tickets at www.porttheatre.com/events

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur TradeJesse Wilson (he/him)(he/him)Actor - Thomas ScottHow did you get involved in RTS?...
06/12/2026

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur Trade

Jesse Wilson (he/him)

(he/him)

Actor - Thomas Scott

How did you get involved in RTS? I joined Berlin Blues by Drew Hayden Taylor back in 2023, and have been a part of the summer tour ever since

How long have you been in theatre/performing/on stage?
I started performing in high school, continued while at VIU taking theatre and creative writing, and have been performing all over the island since 2016.

What is your favorite pre-show habit? Slight personal warm ups, tongue twisters, water

Why should someone come out and support RTS?
RTS is a great supporter of all the arts in general, and I love putting a spotlight on voices and cultures that don't necessarily get the representation they deserve

Bonus question: Why should someone come out and see Women of the Fur Trade?
While it tells the real history of Canada through a highly satirical lens, it also gives a lot of power to women, our talented artists and the women of Colonial Canada.

WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE presented by Reconciliation Theatre
Tickets www.porttheatre.com/events

Image Description: Jesse is pictured from the shoulders up, outside on a lawn in front of large mature deciduous trees. He is wearing a blue shirt with a tropical floral pattern, has light brown hair, mustache and goatee beard.

Happiest of birthdays to Reconciliation Theatre's president...Dan PuglasHe'd like nothing more for his birthday than ful...
06/11/2026

Happiest of birthdays to Reconciliation Theatre's president...
Dan Puglas

He'd like nothing more for his birthday than full houses this week for Western Edge Theatre's 7 Stories, in which he features prominently.

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur TradeDaniel KingshottDaniel Kingshott (he/him)Daniel Kingshott started stage work with...
06/11/2026

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur Trade

Daniel Kingshott

Daniel Kingshott (he/him)

Daniel Kingshott started stage work with one of the founders of (RTS) in high school playing Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors, and Rooster in Annie. He has a passion for people and a caring heart with a sense of humour which led him into the healing arts.....Robin Williams and Jim Carey, I'm your biggest fan!

He made appearances in Fiddler on the roof, Rent, La Cage Aux Folles, and The Little Mermaid. He also played Porthos in The Three Musketeers with Nanaimo Theatre Group.

Daniel is very excited to play Louis Riel, a Metis Catholic, with whom he shares some similarities. Daniel is from Metlakatla-- Gispudwada (also spelled Gisbutwada or Gispewudwade), belongs to the Killer Whale (Blackfish) clan (father side) and British/Irish/Italian (mother side).

Come see the Woman of the Fur Trade if you are into handsome men with a great moustache!!
Au revoir!!
Xoxo

WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE presented by Reconciliation Theatre
Tickets www.porttheatre.com/events

Image Description: Daniel is pictured from the torso up in front of a black backdrop. He is wearing a black shirt with a large octopus on it, a cross pendant on a necklace and a large necklace made from devil's club. He has brown hair and eyes, as well as a sweet moustache.

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur TradeKelly Rowlands 1. Name and pronouns: Kelly Rowlands (She/her)2. How did you get i...
06/10/2026

MEET THE CAST of Women of the Fur Trade

Kelly Rowlands

1. Name and pronouns: Kelly Rowlands (She/her)

2. How did you get involved with RTS? After a long break from performing and and several moves I was hoping to reconnect with theatre in a new community. I researched every opportunity available to pursue that goal and came across RTS. Their initiatives and projects over the past few years have strongly resonated with me and when I saw the call for Women of the Fur Trade I knew it was time to finally reach out and see if there might be an opportunity for me to participate in bringing this show to the stage.

3. How long have you been in theatre/performing/on stage? If directing and starring in renditions of musicals for my family in our living room counts then pretty much as long as I can remember.

4. What is your favorite pre-show habit? I love a good playlist and usually build one inspired by the show for pre-show listening.

5. Why should someone come see WofTFT? This script had me from the very first read. I loved it and felt an immediate connection to the material. I laughed and cried just reading through it, even the stage directions are compelling. I know you will leave the theatre with something meaningful as well, whether it be some much needed laughter or deeper questioning, learning and understanding.

WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE presented by Reconciliation Theatre
Tickets www.porttheatre.com/events

Image Description: Photo of Kelly from the shoulders up with a white background. She is smiling and wearing a plain black shirt. She has long light brown/blonde hair, blue eyes and freckles.

06/10/2026

Meet Gourd...
and Keith, and be part of the Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me phenomenon.
June 27 at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre.
Tickets www.porttheatre.com/events.

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