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Mission Statement
Through the varied disciplines of theatre, Teatro Berdache
exists to lend voice to the history, current realities and aspirations reflected
in Calgary’s gay, lesbian and two-spirited community.
Through performance and staged readings of works drawn from the canon of gay and
lesbian playwrights - and indeed, the canon of gay and lesbian-themed works by
writers of many backgrounds - we believe theatre has the power to enrich
the lives of its participants and its audiences. We are dedicated to performance
of visionary works that confront homophobia, challenge the prejudices both
outside and inside our constituency, demonstrate outstanding artistic merit, and
embrace the diversity of our community.
Although we exist primarily to serve the gay and lesbian community, Teatro
Berdache recognizes its role as an important link to the community at large, and
as an advocate for social justice. We view the recognition of gay, lesbian and
two-spirited equality as being part of the universal quest for social justice;
therefore we are committed to partnerships, a code of ethical conduct, and the
celebration of a universal human spirit.