If you love our forests and trees, please share this special short film I co-produced with Creatively United in collaboration with Ballet Victoria.
Awaken, an exquisitely intimate performance inspired by the soft whispers of the forest, features original music composed, sung and orchestrated by Canada’s multi award-winning legend, Ann Mortifee, in collaboration with former Chilliwack band member, Ed Henderson (guitar), and Finn Manniche (cello).
Awaken debuted at Ballet Victoria’s live opening night performance of The Little Prince this past Thursday and will continue to be shown on a giant screen during their entire run, Thursday-Saturday, until October 25th.
The story follows the delightful journey of a young girl and her dog who discover the magical wonders of the forest thanks to guidance from forest sprites.
Shot in one of the few remaining intact wild urban forests on private land in Victoria, BC, the film Awaken was created to help bring awareness to the importance of protecting and preserving forest habitat. We will share more details about ways to save the forest shown here. Stay tuned.
Awaken is presented thanks to the generous sponsorship of Creatively United’s esteemed partner Jon O’Riordan of the Gail O’Riordan Climate and the Arts Legacy Series and a City of Victoria Strategic Plan Grant. We thankfully acknowledge the Westcoast Sacred Arts Society for their contribution to this project.
“You have touched my heart and that of my wife. We both just watched the video, wow!”
“I believe in truth and beauty at the core of existence and you demonstrate that and affirm it time and time again. This video takes us on a magical journey in one of our islands beautiful and unique forests. Our imagination is set free to wander with these lovely forest sprites who exemplify grace and serenity.” – Dan and Jitka K
