HOPE FOR THE FUTURE From the moment she first heard about Pearson College UWC in the 1970s, Joyce Folbigg was taken with the idea of bringing young people from around the globe to learn together. She has followed the College with great interest ever since.

To join Joyce and leave a legacy of hope, please contact Deborah Walker at at [email protected] or 250-858-2689.

“I feel lucky to be able to provide a legacy gift for these young leaders. They give me hope for the future.”

Joyce Folbigg, Victoria Resident and Founding Member of the Lester B. Pearson Legacy Society A Welcome from Ty Pile, President and Head of College

Welcome to Pearson College UWC’s 2020 One World Performance and Expo! One World is a celebration of creativity and diversity performed by the 200 students of Canada’s School for the World. These young leaders of promise, potential, and, as you will see, artistic talent, come here from across Canada and from 80 countries around the world. In their two years with us, they develop intercultural and international understanding. And then, they go off to change the world! One World is like nothing else you will see on stage this spring! Students suggest, refine, practice and perfect their musical, dance and spoken word acts while staying on top of challenging academic and experiential education workloads. Acts that reflect specific cultures are interspersed with performances of contemporary favourites and moving spoken word pieces. Off-stage, behind the scenes and in the theatre lobby, students create a seamless experience for One World’s annual show: backstage tech, timing, cues, props, costumes, makeup, and engagement with theatre-goers at the Expo in the lobby. Our campus is located on the unceded territory of the Scia’new First Nation (Beecher Bay). We are pleased to welcome the Scia’new Drumming Group on stage as part of One World. Pearson students are selected on merit, not ability to pay and that is thanks to the generosity of donors who believe in our mission and philosophy of intentional diversity that enriches the fabric of Greater Victoria. Thank you for attending One World and supporting the education of outstanding young people from Canada and around the world. We warmly invite you to come visit us at our campus on Pedder Bay. Sincerely,

Ty Pile President and Head of College A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY THROUGH MUSIC, STORIES AND DANCE

Pearson College UWC is one of 18 around the globe and draws up to 200 accomplished young leaders and change makers, ages 16-19, from more than 150 countries and every province and territory of Canada. Pearson’s two-year, pre-university curriculum is based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and features a strong emphasis on experiential education at the residential campus on Pedder Bay near the southern tip of . The College opened in 1974 and was named after former prime minister and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Lester B. Pearson. One World is a symbol of international unity and highlights Canada’s role in promoting education as a force to unite peoples, cultures and nations for peace and a sustainable future.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR The Honourable Anne McLellan, PC, OC, AOE DIRECTORS Dr. Anne Pearson Mr. Joseph Lougheed Mr. Brian Poston (Class of 1990) Ms. Kory Wilson (Class of 1989) Ms. Christine Healy (Class of 1990) Ms. Lori Sterling (Class of 1977) Mr. Ciro Echesortu (Class of 1979) Mr. Michael Stubbing Mr. Francois Lecavalier (Class of 1983) Mr. Paul Zed Mrs. Gloria Metzger Mr. Yazann Romahi (Class of 1994)

HONOURARY CHAIRS Dr. Randall G. Gossen The Hounourable John L. Nichol, CC (decd.) Mr. Tony Macoun Mr. Francis M. Saville, QC Mrs. Diana Maughan Mr. W. Galen Weston, OC, O.Ont

UNDER THE DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE OF PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED WORLD COLLEGES Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan

HONOURARY PATRON Her Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette, CC, CMM, COC, CQ, CD, Govenor General of Canada SPECIAL PATRONS

Mrs. Cynthia Baxter, CM Mr. Peter Dunn The Right Honourable Joe Clark, PC, CC, AOE The Honourable Mr. Justice Robert B. Hutchison Mr. Ronald L. Cliff, CM, FCA Mr. Michael Pearson Dr. Jean P. Drouin (Class of 1990) SPONSORS

THANK YOU TO THE ONE WORLD 2020 SPONSORS

CNH TOURS KPMG BLACK PRESS MEDIA THE ROYAL & MCPHERSON DIGITAL DIRECT PRINTING THEATRES SOCIETY TIMES COLONIST VICTORIA ARTS MARKETING

Special thanks to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church for generously offering us space for the student dinner between matinee and evening performances.

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To the students and faculty of Lester B. Pearson College. One World 2020 is a global theme to embrace throughout this year.

Hon. Carole James, MLA Victoria–Beacon Hill tel: 250.952.4211 Community Office [email protected] 1084 Fort Street www.carolejamesmla.ca CAST AND COUNTRIES OF REPRESENTATION

Aalyan Pakistan Elena Italy Kaze Canada-BC Rebeccah Canada-NS Ace Canada-BC Elis Estonia Keitaro Japan Ritsuki Japan Agnes Cameroon Ella Kenya Lakpa Nepal Rosie Canada-YT Aidan Canada-AB Emi Canada-AB Lara Turkey Rothanak Cambodia Alan Colombia Emily Canada-NWT Lee Israel Rouhan Kenya Alex Scotland Emily Canada-QC Lena Hong Kong Ruotian China Amina Canada-AB Eva Uruguay Lina Norway Rupita Bangladesh Amy Canada-NB Farjad Madagascar Linnea Canada-BC Saima Afghanistan Anas Somalia/Kenya Flora Malawi Lola Germany Sakurako Japan Andrew Canada-NL Florence Canada-BC Luna Denmark Salma Egypt Angela Canada-AB Gabriela Dominican Madyson Belize Samantha Bahamas Aniraa Mongolia Republic Maggie China Samira Canada-SK Anna Armenia George England Maha Morocco Sara Mexico Anonda Canada-NWT Giovanny Venezuela Mara Canada-MB Sara Romania Antoine Switzerland Gracie Canada-SK Maria Peru Sarah Canada-NL Antonio Brazil Graham Canada-YT Mariam Palestine Shaznay Canada-NT Ariadna Spain Ha Vietnam Mariame Canada-QC Shihong China Arifa Afghanistan Haana Canada-BC Marlene Germany Shinon Japan Asia England Haisu China Matthew Canada-ON Sierra Canada-AB Astrid Hong Kong Hana Czech Republic Max Singapore Sikhulile Swaziland Aude Canada-QC Hanako Taiwan Meelad Syria Siku Canada-NU Ayana Kenya Hannah Italy Megija Latvia Skye China Bella Australia Hannah Australia Melody Canada-SK Sofia Colombia Bibi Greenland Håvard Norway Mii Japan Sophie Canada-QC Bingbin China Hawaou Niger Mikella Canada-AB Sophie USA Bishakha USA Hera Jamaica Miklos Canada-BC Susie Liberia Carlos Costa Rica Icey China Miles USA Suyang China Carrsyn Canada-PEI Idunn Norway Mohamad Syria Tareeq Canada-BC Catherine Canada-QC Irvin Canada-AB Mohammed Palestine Tarek Tunisia Chaïm Netherlands Iuliana Russia Myril Norway Tenele Eswatini Christopher Hong Kong Ivana Croatia Nadia Canada-QC Thomas Finland Colombe Congo Izzie New Zealand Naomi Hong Kong Tiffany Indonesia Cosme Paraguay Jacob South Sudan Natalie Canada-NU Tom Israel Dalila Burkina Faso Jacques Malta Neil France Venislav Bulgaria Daniel Colombia Jamie Canada-YT Nhat Vietnam Victoria Spain Danik Canada-NB Jennifer Taiwan Nicolas Denmark Vlera Kosovo Dansowaa Ghana Jerry China Nicolás Bolivia William Canada-NF Dassel Mexico Jessica Canada-NB Nikkie Greenland Wura Nigeria Deandre USA Jéssica Guatemala Noah Netherlands Yusef Bermuda Declan Canada-ON Jillian Canada-PEI Noor Yemen Yvette Derek Marshall Islands José Argentina Nuria Mexico Zach Canada-YT Dinhom Thailand Joshua Trinidad and Olivera Macedonia Zanne Belgium Donát Hungary Tobago Omaya Canada-BC Zara USA Donovan Canada-QC Josipa Bosina and Pedro Portugal Zehro’h Canada-NWT Herzegovina Douglas Canada-YT Pietro Italy Zhibek Kazakhstan Joyce Canada-ON Eden Canada-BC Pyry Finland Zofia Poland Kashaf Pakistan Eldra Wales Racim Canada-QC Zuyyin Izza Singapore Kateryna Ukraine Eleanor Canada-ON A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY THROUGH MUSIC, STORIES AND DANCE

BEYOND ONE WORLD

For decades, Pearson College UWC students have shared the music, dance and stories of their home countries at One World. Bearing witness to the students’ stories as they explore and present them to the world is a powerful experience.

– Paul Faber, Faculty Member and One World Musical Director

Each year, the entire student body comes together to share in this challenging – yet ultimately rewarding – creative labour of love. One World is one more way that Pearson students learn to live and work together, and celebrate diversity, collaboration, creativity and courage. Students at Pearson College UWC are motivated, knowledgeable, capable and articulate. The IB Curriculum is complemented by a strong emphasis on experiential education. Students are offered the opportunity to embrace a broad learning experience that pays equal respect to academics, community service, leadership, physical pursuits, creative expression, hands-on activities and the lessons of simply learning and living in a global environment.

To honour our commitment to deliberate diversity, many students come from regions of conflict, refugee backgrounds or challenging socioeconomic backgrounds. More than 4,200 students have graduated from Pearson, and today work in a variety of professions in every corner of the world. We are grateful for the opportunity to share this multicultural, thought-provoking yet uplifting experience every year with you in downtown Victoria.

– Kateryna (Year 45/2020, Ukraine)

While our students come from more than 80 countries, we are proud to be part of the Greater Victoria community. We live here, our local volunteer Host Families invite students into their homes, we host summer weddings, business meetings and the Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts (MISSA) on our campus. With your attendance at One World, you are helping young global leaders to raise their voices to inspire positive change, to take action against injustice at home and abroad and to build a more peaceful and sustainable future.

Thank you! ONE WORLD PROGRAM

PART 1

1 Choir 2 Scia’new Drum Group 3 Bata 4 Pearson Singers 5 Un Violador en tu Camino 6 Two Songs 7 Bamboo Blossom 8 Jump Rope 9 11 10 Helwa Ya Balady 11 Gumboot

PART 2

12 Ukrainian Dance 13 Blue Rondo a la Turk 14 Afghan Dance 15 How to Say I Love You in 112 Different Languages 16 Hoop Dance 17 Truth Don Die 18 Let Me Tell You 19 Ani Ve’ata 20 Tambor PART 1

1 Choir – Led by Gracie (Canada-SK) and Antoine (Switzerland) Take Down These Walls was written by the Canadian composer Brian Tate. While attending a choral conference in 2017 in Washington, DC, all he could hear was talk about putting up walls. This song is his response. It was first performed by the Vancouver City Soul Choir and then by more than 60 choirs around the world. Baba Yetu, performed by the core choir, was written by the American composer Christopher Tin in 2005 as the theme song of the video game Civilisation IV. It is the first video game song to be a recipient of a Grammy Award. The lyrics are a direct translation of the Christian prayer “Our Father” to Swahili. 2 Scia’new Drum Group Performance of traditional songs by the Scia’new Drum Group, a Coast Salish youth singing and drumming group, who join us with Elders from the Scia’new (Beecher Bay) First Nation for the second time on the One World stage. 3 Bata – Led by Wura (Nigeria) and Samantha (Bahamas) A traditional dance emerging from the Yoruba Kingdom in Nigeria, Bata is a fast paced and deeply intimate dance that embodies the sacred spirits of royalty. Distinguished by the use of the Gongon drums, the bata dance is a reflection of the God of strength known in Yoruba theology. Bata is used to bring different tribal groups together, and reflects the Pearson community, where many cultures assemble on stage to share in a moment of strength and unity. 4 Pearson Singers – Led by Lola (Germany) and Yvette (Rwanda) I Can’t Keep Quiet is the theme song of The #ICantKeepQuiet Global Community which is “made up of Gentle Rebels who bravely express themselves on behalf of the Misfits, the Survivors, and the Dreamers.” The first performance of “Quite” at the Women’s March in Washington, DC in 2017 was led by the composer and singer MILCK and it aimed to “celebrate our unique voices and identities, in an effort to break the cycles of oppression and fear perpetuated by today’s state of affairs and media.” 5 Un Violador en tu Camino – Led by Jéssica C. (Guatemala) and Gabriela (Dominican Republic) Un violador en tu camino is a Chilean piece protesting violence against women, which has been performed in more than 90 cities in over 30 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. This performance has been adapted and translated into more than 12 languages to unify the voice of women, and to be heard without barriers throughout the world. 6 Two Songs – Led by Max (Singapore) and Ariadna (Spain) This act consists of two songs from very distinct parts of the world – Spain and Singapore. Although these two nations lie worlds apart, this performance hopes to highlight that despite our differences, we share more than we might think. 7 Bamboo Blossom – Led by Icey (China) and Skye (China) Flexible and strong, soft and hard, Yin and Yang. This dance combines these contrasting yet complementing elements in the Chinese culture. Inspired by the traditional Chinese legend of Mulan, this dance challenges gender stereotypes and encourages the pursuit of one’s true self. We hope that the young women of today will blossom into strong yet flexible bamboo that can withstand fierce winds coming from all directions. 8 Jump Rope – Led by Yusef (Bermuda) Music by Nicolas (Denmark) Jump rope is an energetic and meticulous combination of technicality, focus, and determination. The sport is as competitive as it is performative; it is filled with show-stopping synchronicity and acrobatics. Despite its difficulty, jump rope tells a story through motion. A story of perseverance, happiness, and resilience. The music, entitiled No Gravity, is written by Nicolas Hamilton Stephensen (9ICK). 9 11 – Led by Shaznay (Canada-NT) Throughout Canadian history, the endurance of Indigenous people during an abusive attempt of assimilation has been overlooked and neglected. Within this spoken word, Shaznay from the Chipewyan First Nation, explores the effects of colonialism through an adolescent lense. It begins when settlers first arrived, and delves into the effects of intergenerational trauma. A glorified expedition is stripped of its pride, and only the bare consequences remain. This spoken word addresses the ruthless side of Canada’s colonial history, and aims to bring the issue of intergenerational trauma into the public’s eye. 10 Helwa Ya Balady – Led by Salma (Egypt) Helwa Ya Balady or Sweet, Oh Country of Mine is an Egyptian song by the Egyptian-born singer Dalida. It represents her love and homage to Egypt and is a typical example of the nationalistic pride felt by many Egyptians for their country since the Egyptian Revolution of 1952. The song gained popularity for its meaningful words and warm feelings, not only in Egypt, but also in many countries around the world. 11 Gumboot – Led by the Gumboot Core Gumboot is a dance that originated under the Apartheid regime in South Africa. The dance was used as a form of protest and communication in the gold mines. After the end of apartheid in South Africa, this expressive and powerful dance spread to other parts of the world. At Pearson, students from diverse backgrounds come together in umoja (unity) in honor of the power of solidarity.

PART 2 12 Ukrainian Dance – Led by Kateryna (Ukraine) and Zach (Canada-YT) Ukrainian Dance has been a long-standing tradition at Pearson College UWC. It was first performed at the College as an act of solidarity against the Soviet oppression in Ukraine. Ukrainian Dance is a vibrant, fast-paced, and dynamic dance that features challenging choreography, exciting solos, colourful costumes, and music that begs the audience to clap along. 40 dancers, from 25 different countries have been working together to show the Victoria community the beauty of traditional Ukrainian Dance. 13 Blue Rondo a la Turk Solo Piano Exploration – Featuring Declan (Canada-ON) Pianist Declan Perkins explores cultural fusion in improvised music and his connection to Jazz and world music. Declan performs his own solo take on Dave Brubeck’s classic, Blue Rondo a La Turk. 14 Afghan Dance – Led by Saima (Afghanistan) This dance represents the culture of four different tribes and languages in Afghanistan. The moves symbolize freedom and the joy of dance, depicting unity and the hospitality of Afghan people towards others.

A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY THROUGH MUSIC, STORIES AND DANCE 15 How to Say I Love You in 112 Different Languages – Led by Nadia (Canada-QC) Through the highs and the lows, being a student at Pearson College UWC is a one-of-a-kind experience. Our two years are defined and redeemed by the people we meet and the relationships we forge. This spoken word performance is an exploration of the unspoken common language that emerges between people who come from across the globe, and the ways we say “I love you” without words. How do you explain to 200 people just how much they mean to you? Let’s find out. 16 Hoop Dance – Led by Gracie (Canada-SK) This act is a modernized version of the traditional First Nations Hoop Dance. It is usually performed by a single dancer; however, today you will see several dancers working together to weave stories through the creation of discernible symbols. The hoop is the most important part of the dance as it represents the never ending circle of life. 17 Truth Don Die – Led by Dalila (Burkina Faso) and Dansowaa (Ghana) Inspired by the early West African protest music of the likes of Fela and Femi Kuti, this dance is a “calling out” of corrupt leaders and citizens. This act intends to motivate citizens from around the world to stand against injustice and take their countries’ future into their own hands. 18 Let Me Tell You – Led by Mohamad (Syria) Let Me Tell You is a spoken word performance about Syria, a country that pulls through despite the pressures and the difficulties it faces. This piece sheds light on parts of the country that are rarely mentioned by the media, painting a very different picture from the common worldview. It tells the story of a dream; a dream that has the power to challenge reality. 19 Ani Ve’ata – Led by Tom (Israel) Ani Ve’ata is an Israeli song that was written by Arik Einstein and composed by Miki Gavrielov in 1971. The song starts with the line “You and I will change the world” and proceeds to talk about the difficulties of pushing for change, but also reminds us that the importance of change is worth the suffering. 20 Tambor – Led by Giovanny (Venezuela) and Gabriela (Dominican Republic) As a part of Latinoamericanidad, there is an African heritage that has been forgotten and denied. This act makes tribute to these roots and showcases that being Latinoamerican means having parts of every other culture. Deep in the heart of Venezuela, there is a land far away from the booming metropolis of Caracas, boiling with faith, culture, and beauty. A place where you can see paradisiacal beaches and dancing demons. Barlovento, the land where magic and reality come together. CREDITS

Production Costume Backstage Livestream Director Coordinators Christopher stream of Elizabeth Shaw Izza Donovan conciousness Sikhulile Tareeq Jason Guille Music Directors Dalila Myril Paul Faber Dinhom Jamie Camera Crew Teodora Siku Max Bishakha Georgieva Jennifer Tiffany Don Lena Dance Director Susie Student Dance Hannah Adriana Martinez Ella Lara Directors Miles Event & Expo Lee Dansowaa Douglas Coordinator Sara Shinon Olivera Angela Gatari Aude Stage Jessica W. Photography Executive Managers Luna Shihong Ge Sponsor Ace Agnes Suyang Li Tyrone Pile Sierra Mii Ukrainian Dance Communications Assistant Stage Hair and choreography: and Marketing Managers Make-up Lisa Hall Brian Geary Bibi Beccah music: Nikola Mende Racim Carrsyn Hopak Shumka’s Ivana Whirlwind Graphic Lights Kateryna Hopak Design Nadia Lola Berenice Sanders Hanako Rosie Nikola Mende Neil Samantha Hera Technical Wura Director Sound Zofia George Scott Antoine Vicky Irvin Natalie Costume Salma Shaznay Supervisor Ritsuki Idunn Lucas Olscamp Eldra Hawaou Florence Amina

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