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Yonnhe’ón:we – Warrior Spirit
February 22 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
$25
Yonnhe’ón:we – Indigenous Arts Series
Music, Film & Discussion
Join us for the screening of Warrior Spirit. The second of two films we will be sharing as part of event two of the Yonnhe’ón:we Indigenous Arts Series. The screening of Warrior Spirit will be complimented by a discussion with the director and actor Will George led by Jillian Morris, Collingwood Poet Laureate as well as music from J.D. Crosstown.
Show: Thursday, February 22, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Doors. Open at 6:00 p.m.
Performance:
Opening by Jillian Morris, Collingwood Poet Laureate & host
J.D. Crosstown, Musician
Warrior Spirit, Film Screening
Will George & Jillian Morris, Discussion
Meet Your Performers
Jillian Morris, Collingwood Poet Laureate & Event Host
Jillian Morris is Kanien’kehaka and band member of Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, currently residing in Collingwood.
Jillian has established her presence in community as a writer with local media, publishing pieces that contribute to fostering a healthier Indigenous/non-Indigenous relationships. She believes that art is an impactful medium to build bridges between cultures and worldviews. Jillian’s poetry layers traditional teachings and the interconnection with the natural world to explore identity, redress untruths and foster connection.
J.D. Crosstown
International touring artist J.D. (Jacob Douglas) Crosstown, grew up in Neyaashiinigmiing, the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, ON. Picking up the guitar at age 9, Crosstown didnt start performing in front of crowds until after lockdown, but within a short time of sharing his craft, it has brought him great opportunities. Embarking on his first overseas tour in Germany in 2023, as well as travelling across Canada.
Many of Crosstown’s influences have helped shape his sound, including Townes Van Zandt, Joan Baez, John Prine and Bob Dylan. Having always gravitated towards folk music for its ability to command audiences and paint epic stories in a short period of time with only a few words. Crosstown decribes his own music as traditional folk, country/blues, and says that he, “hopes that his songs give people a place to lean back on too.” Crosstown is a storyteller and captures the poignancy of a time and place, of heartbreak, loss, hope, love, adventure and friendship.
Warrior Spirit
Will George’s directorial debut follows his journey to stop the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project from being built on his Nation’s unceded land without their consent. Warrior Spirit delves into healing from ongoing colonization and trauma, as Will faces prison time in the colonial court system.
Post Event Social
End the evening with reflection and great conversation catered by the Collingwood Youth Centre. Enjoy complimentary three sisters soup
