Hey Viola! - The Soundtrack of a Life, created by Krystle Dos Santos and Tracey Power, is a musical exploration of Canadian Civil Rights hero Viola Desmond and could not be more relevant in this time of Civil Rights, Black Lives Matter, and Women’s Rights movements. Born in 1914 in Halifax, Viola Desmond was a businesswoman of Black Nova Scotian descent who challenged racial segregation by refusing to leave the whites-only area of the Roseland Theatre in 1946. That moment spurred a civil rights movement in Canada that posthumously led to Desmond becoming the face of the Canadian $10 bill.

Vancouver songstress and actor Krystle Dos Santos, with the support of musicians Chris Davis, Steven Charles and Mary Ancheta, brings the life of Viola Desmond to the stage using the dynamic and inspirational music that filled the home of this trailblazer of the civil rights movement. Featuring hot jazz, gospel, and traditional spirituals, this eye-opening new cabaret-style musical brings bold new energy to the life and times of a remarkable woman.

Performers:

Krystle Dos Santos.........Viola Desmond
Steve Charles.................Guitar/Bass
Mary Ancheta.................Piano
Chris Davis......................Drums/Trumpet

Creative Team:

Krystle Dos Santos........Creator
Tracey Power..................Creator & Director
Sereana Malani..............Associate Director
Steve Charles.................Musical Director
Drew Facey.....................Set Designer
Cs Fergusson-Vaux.......Costume Designer
Jillian White.....................Lighting Designer
Angela Beaulieu.............Stage Manager