Project Qyzra
Disability Studies @ King's University College is proud to bring Ellen Deny's one-woman show, Project Qyzra, based on events that transpired in London in 2013. This in-development solo play explores themes of institutional silence, disability and collective accountability.
A talk-back with the performer will follow the reading.
Content Warning: Discussions of intimate partner violence, racism and ableism
Ellen Denny (she/her) is a Toronto-based playwright and actor, originally from London, Ontario. Her play 'Take Care' debuted at Stratford's Here for Now Theatre. Her comedy 'Pleasureville' - called "critical subject matter with a laugh a minute" (The Buzz PEI) - premiered at Halifax's Neptune Theatre. Ellen is co-creator of 'february: a love story' with Emilio Vieira, featured on CBC q and STRATFEST@HOME, and produced live by AlvegoRoot Theatre. Ellen has performed with companies like the Grand Theatre, Mirvish and Canadian Stage. Her solo show 'Project Qyzra' was a 2024 finalist for The de Groot Foundation's LANDO grant.