Theatre
CANADIAN HISTORY THROUGH THEATRE
“If I could give this play 6 stars I would. At times, it’s easy to forget Jake’s Gift is a one-woman show.”
— SHANNON BOKLASCHUK, THESTARPHOENIX.COM
NEW SHOW!
Jake's Gift
Grades:
5-12
Audience Maximum:
300
Price per performance:
$690 + GST
Jake’s Gift tells the story of 80-year old Jake, a Canadian World War II veteran who reluctantly returns to Normandy, France for the 60th Anniversary of D-Day to find the grave of his eldest brother, Chester, who was killed during the Battle of Normandy in 1944.
While revisiting the beach he landed on sixty years earlier, Jake encounters Isabelle, a precocious 10-year old from the local village whose inquisitive nature and charm challenge the old soldier to confront some long-ignored ghosts.
Written and performed by Julia Mackey, Jake’s Gift has been performed across Canada since 2007.
While revisiting the beach he landed on sixty years earlier, Jake encounters Isabelle, a precocious 10-year old from the local village whose inquisitive nature and charm challenge the old soldier to confront some long-ignored ghosts.
Written and performed by Julia Mackey, Jake’s Gift has been performed across Canada since 2007.
- Strong language realistic for the specific era is used in the play.
Curriculum Focus & Expectations
Themes:
- The healing power of friendship
- Honouring memories
Character Education:
- Courage, loyalty, friendship, caring
Tour Availability:
- April 19 - May 7, 2010
Technical Requirements:
- Large open area or stage
- Access to electrical outlet
- 1 small table or desk and 1 chair