Joan of Arc Ascending
The miraculous life of Joan of Arc as told by multi-award-winning Keir Cutler, (Teaching Shakespeare). "Cutler is masterful!" Edmonton Journal. Joan’s extraordinary journey of faith, courage, and divine mystery. "Top-notch, absorb_ing from begin_ning to end. ... Don't miss this show, it is a gem!" UMFM, Winnipeg Fringe 2024.
A Retelling Like NO OTHER!
If you’re looking for a story with some history and music in the mix, welcome to Keir Cutler's Joan of Arc Reawakening, the history teacher you wished you had but unfortunately don’t. However he may not be in a classroom but he’s on a stage with a story to share, none other than Joan of Arc. Cutler’s knack of story telling made the story intriguing while also entertaining, giving the emotional story of Joan of Arc and painting vivid pictures involved in provoking your thoughts with different perspectives while also making you laugh. As for music, he has a musical accomplice Carson Sautner bringing more to the experience. Whether young or old, everyone should hear the story of Joan of Arc as her story is short but also remarkable leaving so many impacted by her actions, having Cutler teach you her story is a bonus. Non doubtly you should be leaving his show feeling entertainment and a preacher of Joan of Arc’s story, just kidding but you’ll know more than you did before about the teenager who fulfilled her destiny even if it was cut short.
This was not a show that I would have picked but my friend wanted to go so I did. And am I ever glad that I went! I don’t know how he made the complete telling of Joan of Arc so interesting and entertaining but it was enthralling. I wish my history classes had been like this! I laughed, I learned… so fascinating, a real must see for history buffs and anyone that appreciates great storytelling.
Keir Cutler has been a staple of the Fringe experience for years. Using extensive research from a variety of perspectives, Cutler masterfully tells the thought provoking and emotional story of young Joan of Arc. He paints a vivid picture of geography, hard times, disbelief, strength, and ultimately sorrow. The musical accompaniment is timed perfectly, and it adds a dimension that helps the audience feel more like they are immersively experiencing the story of her short, but remarkable, life. You can expect to leave his show both entertained and educated.