February 27, 2026 - February 28, 2026
Since Spring 2025, this ensemble of newcomers have been talking, writing, playing, and moving—shaping the stories they want the world to know. The result is a rich collection of voices and experiences about this new circle of friends and how they exist here in this place. No matter where you come from or how you got here, we hope these stories speak to you.
* The premiere performance of Land, Place, Home on Friday, February 27 is preceded by a brief Frost Bites Opening Night Welcome event at 7PM!
Creators/Performers:
Elie Assaf, Cyprian Ontita, Pravash Pandey, Wend Yasen
Director:
Ahmad Meree
Set & Costume Design:
Jenna Bakri
Sound Design:
Vik Arunmozhi
Stage Management:
Sofia Smith
Writing Facilitation:
Marie Beath Badian
Open Heart Arts Theatre is a community-engaged arts organization in Hamilton, Ontario. Through community collaboration, we create performances and events that connect and inspire. We believe in the transformative power of creativity and envision a world where all stories are heard.
ABRAR Trauma and Mental Health Services creates trauma-informed, culturally safe spaces that support newcomers and immigrants. Based in Hamilton, it delivers national mental health programs, fostering healing, resilience, and inclusion for marginalized youth, women, and families.
Hamilton Festival Theatre Company (HFTco) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that presents the Hamilton Fringe and Frost Bites festivals. We are committed to training, platforming, and amplifying Hamilton’s theatre artists and storytellers. Since 2003, we have been building a community for artists and arts lovers, and cultivating work that is accessible, innovative, and artistically adventurous.
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