Shyanne Duquette is a mixed-Cree emerging multidisciplinary theatre artist based in Amiskwacî (Edmonton). A writer, director, actor, and arts facilitator, Shyanne is passionate about community-engaged processes and breaking down barriers to entry in the arts. Their work often explores themes of community, identity, and the things that set people’s teeth on edge.

They have collaborated with theatre companies across Turtle Island, including Concrete Theatre, Alberta Playwrights Network, The Major Matt Mason Collective, Common Ground Arts, Tarragon Theatre, and The Citadel. As an independent artist, they have contributed to festivals such as SkirtsAfire, Edmonton Fringe, Folk Fest, Nextfest, Ignite, and Edmonton Poetry Festival, working in roles ranging from performance to administration.

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