This whimsical show is a 25-minute work of tango-flavoured physical theatre which tells the story of a tree that learns to dance. It’s a play that speaks in the languages of dance, physical comedy, theatrical magic and music, exploring themes of cooperation, power dynamics, and inclusivity of people of all abilities. The Ottawa Stilt Union will be performing ArborAmor on Tabaret Lawn (550 Cumberland, entrance on Laurier) at the Ottawa Fringe Festival, June 16-26. SHOW TIMES: June 16 - 6:00 June 24 - 6:00 June 17 - 6:00 June 25 - 2:00 June 18 - 3:30 June 26 - 3:30 June 19 - 5:30 "It's such a lovely story. You really want to be there watching. <…> In addition to the theme of playing together as a team and how we can all get along, it also looks at how differently-abled people ... can also be dancers.” — Jessica Ruano, Just Another Gala, Episode 12 The Ottawa Stilt Union is a bilingual, not-for-profit company dedicated to making the magic of theatre accessible to all. What the media has said about the OSU: “magically delicious” — Jonathon Fox, River Reporter, 2009 "the very definition of whimsy” — OnStage Review
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