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Session

By Lindsey Middleton

Delilah is an out-of-work actress turned dominatrix who loves her job. Doug is an out-of-work factory worker who is trying something new. Unbeknownst to Delilah, her dad is the Englishman in the blindfold handcuffed to the wall. Unbeknownst to Doug, his daughter is the Russian Domme with the whip. Their session is about to begin, whether they are ready for it or not. Session explores the first time we have adult conversations with our so called “perfect” parents as new and growing adults ourselves.

Team

  • Director: Laura Meadows
  • Playwright: Lindsey Middleton
  • Dramaturg: Colette Habel
  • Stage Manager: Jelena Sibalija
  • Lighting Designer: Madison Marie Madhu
  • Featuring: Lindsey Middleton and Peter Nelson*

* Peter Nelson is appearing with the permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association.

THANK YOU TO John Wamsley for the production photos and Ali Joy Richardson and Daniel Carter for support, props, and guidance during this process. Thank you to all the Paprika staff  who made this process so inviting. And a huge thank you to Courtney Ch’ng Lancaster for her caring heart, unwavering guidance and support, and for being such a wonderful mentor. Thank you for allowing me to grow, lead, and take this leap of faith into directing.

HEADS UP! Swearing, sexual and suggestive content/language, partial nudity

Schedule

Part of the 2019 Festival