Native Earth Performing Arts

Celebrating Pride Month and Indigenous History Month by announcing the 10th edition of our 2-Spirit Cabaret
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Presented in partnership with Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, as part of their Q***r Pride 2026
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Join Native Earth Performing Arts and Buddies to celebrate the strength, beauty, and talent of q***r and 2-Spirit Indigenous people.

Hosted by: Hayley Robinson
and featuring performances by:
Jay Northcott
Madame Ode’miin Surprise
Brianna Olson-Pitawanakwat
Rosary Spence
Annika Tupper
Lacey Hill

Join us in the cabaret space for community celebration before the show, with catering from Powwow Cafe, and artwork and merch available form Native Earth and Native Arts Society.
2-Spirit Cabaret
Presented by and Native Earth
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Doors Open 7:30PM
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre | 12 Alexander St
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Visual Art: Kikki Guerard

Native Earth Performing Arts is so excited to be a part of ‘DOORS OPEN TORONTO’ this year!

Come learn more about our brand-new Minogitoon Workspace on Sunday, May 24, from 10AM-5PM

** Aki Studio and the NEPA offices will not be open to the public during this time.

Details on DOORS OPEN:
“Explore Toronto’s unique buildings and sites for free during Doors Open weekend. Discover the people, places and stories that make the city a global mosaic.

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Call for: Artistic Director
Application Deadline: July 03, 2026

Overview:
Native Earth is seeking an Artistic Director to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and transformation.

Guided by our 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, the Artistic Director will help shape and advance Native Earth’s artistic vision, grounded in three core priorities:

• Identity, Autonomy and Place – strengthening Indigenous-led, sovereign spaces for creation and gathering
• Evolving Operations – building sustainable systems, teams, and partnerships
• Supporting the Art, the Artists, and the Artisans – expanding opportunities for Indigenous creators at all stages