Show Notes
Four people head up into the Hollow Hills for an evening of storytelling. Only three return. The trio is unwittingly drawn into a game with the Tiglath, an ancient race of shape-shifters who were driven inside the hills long ago. At stake is the land itself.
An eerie, poetic fantasy from acclaimed novelist and poet, Jo Walton, about the heartfelt, complicated meanings of home. The play was inspired by The Tale of Manawydan, son of Llyr from the Welsh legend cycle: The Third Branch of the Mabinogion.
Creative Team for Heart’s Home:
- Writer: Jo Walton
- Director and Co-Dramaturge: Laurie Steven
- Co-dramaturge: Janet Irwin
- Music Supervisor and Editor: Venessa Lachance
- Supervising Sound Designer: Damian Kearns
Cast:
- William Beddoe (Anoon)
- Anurag Choudhury (Paul)
- Erin Eldershaw (Kigva)
- Alix Sideris (Rhiannon)
- Bruce Spinney (Mannie and Series Host)
Advisory: This episode contains course language, potentially disturbing magic, and themes that may raise painful memories for those harmed by the impacts of colonialism. Listener discretion is advised.
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About the series
What do witches, ogres and shape-shifters have in common with dive bars, fashion shows and neighborhood parks? They are all on The Other Path! Classic folk tales meet modern life in this fantasy audio drama series filled with magic, mystery, and danger.
Follow people so desperate to fulfill their dreams, they choose a path that leads them to wrangle with magical forces and creatures straight out of folklore. They will lure you with promises of good fortune but be warned, they’ll lead you into danger. Whatever fate has in store, the other path reveals the unexpected.
Our five dramas by award-winning Canadian writers are inspired by fantastical tales from the past, but set in today’s modern world. From haunting dramas to macabre comedies, these original tales come alive with the voices of professional actors and artfully crafted music and sound.
To find out more about
The Other Path, the artists and upcoming special events, visit our website
www.theotherpath.ca.
About Odyssey Theater
The Other Path was created and directed by Laurie Steven, Artistic Director of Odyssey Theatre, a professional non-profit theatre in Ottawa, Canada. Our imaginative award-winning productions range from satires to epic dramas, to enchanted myths re-envisioned for adult audiences.
Odyssey Theatre operates on the traditional, unceded Territory of the Algonquin, Anishnaabe peoples.
Odyssey Theatre is grateful to the Canada Council, Ontario Arts Council, City of Ottawa, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Ottawa Community Foundation and our wonderful donors for their support.
What is The Other Path?
What do witches, ogres and shape-shifters have in common with dive bars, fashion shows and neighbourhood parks? They are all on The Other Path! Classic folk tales meet modern life in this fantasy audio drama series filled with magic, mystery, and danger created by Odyssey Theatre.
Follow people so desperate to fulfill their dreams, they choose a path that leads them to wrangle with magical forces and creatures straight out of folklore. They lure you with promises of good fortune, but be warned, they’ll lead you into danger. Whatever fate has in store, the other path reveals the unexpected.
Our five dramas by award-winning Canadian writers are inspired by fantastical tales from the past but set in today’s modern world. From haunting dramas to macabre comedies, these original tales come alive with the voices of professional actors and artfully crafted music and sound.