Travel back in time and explore the lives of brave women of African descent who shaped change in critical moments in Canada’s history. Leslie McCurdy offers two compelling one woman performances which exhibit the importance of equality, the value of perseverance and the rewards earned when we act despite our fears. Audiences will share in the struggles and triumphs and be empowered by social commitment exemplified by these remarkable true stories.

Leslie McCurdy captivates her audience with only a trunk of costumes and a barren stage as her landscape. For a breathtaking hour, she embodies the spirit of Harriet Tubman and retells her story from her early childhood to elder years.

Leslie uses Harriet’s own words taken from her writings and creates a story that takes the audience through her solo flight from slavery, her dedicated involvement with the Underground Railroad, her victorious rescue mission during the civil war and her continued commitment to others in her later years. This inspiring solo performance illustrates the power of personal integrity, triumph over racism and the importance of social commitment.

In an hour with Leslie McCurdy and Things My Fore-Sisters Saw, you will meet four women of African descent who affected change in Canada—Marie-Joseph Angelique, Rose Fortune, Mary-Ann Shadd and Viola Desmond. Experience how each of these women affected change in the Canada in which they lived and today! This show is recommended as a sequel to the ever-popular The Spirit of Harriet Tubman.