A new musical play for anyone who believes they have more to give
In celebration of H'art Centre's 20th anniversary!
Produced by H’art Centre
Script and Music By H’art participants, Kathi Toth-Switzer, David Archibald
Directed by Kathryn MacKay
Music Direction by David Archibald, Kathi Toth-Switzer
Performed by H’art participants and local performers
Twenty years ago, we met Martadella, in H’art’s first theatre production entitled “Martadella’s Gift”, a young girl who communicated in a special way using a magical bubble wand. Martadella challenged and inspired others to look beyond appearances and search for the beauty and unique gifts of those who appear different.
In H’art’s new musical, we meet Sam and Marta, a couple who had been inspired by Martadella’s Gift years ago as high school students after starring in the production. Ironically, they have a daughter, Stella, who, like Martadella, cannot speak. Sam and Marta have spent 20 years working hard to create a safe and comfortable life for their daughter. Marta feels that she understands and knows what’s best for Stella. But can Stella be satisfied with comfortable when she has so much more to give?
Over 40 remarkable local performers, most with developmental disabilities, used their talents as actors, musicians and visual artists to create this spirited celebratory performance.
A Gift from Martadella is a story about a young woman who embarks on a journey of new personal discoveries drawing inspiration from that same magical bubble wand from years ago.
Learn more about H'art Centre, a non-profit, charitable organization that ensures people with disabilities or who face barriers have opportunities to create, study and produce works in the arts. Now celebrating 20 years! Learn more: www.hartschool.ca