February

By Laura Kaminsky & Lisa Moore

February is a powerful portrayal of the families whose lives were irrevocably altered when Ocean Ranger sank off the coast of Newfoundland, on Valentine’s Day, 1982 — all 84 men on board were lost.

Shifting between the past and present, we follow the fictional Helen O’Mara and her son John. Helen navigates the grief of widowhood and the struggles of motherhood, eventually learning to ‘let the light in’ and find love again. John, immersed in a career in the oil industry that killed his father, struggles with his ambivalence and aspirations when he unexpectedly becomes a father himself.

Based on the award-winning novel by Lisa Moore, February delves into the shared, enduring grief of a community struck by tragedy, and explores our paths forward in this world. 

October 13, 2023 – October 14, 2023

October 13, 2023 7:30 pm
October 14, 2023 7:30 pm

Language

English with English and French Surtitles™

Run Time

120 minutes

Content Warnings

Depictions of Death and Sexual activity on stage.
Discussions of Death, Mental Health, and Familial Relationships.
Potential: flashing lights and/or projections.

Location

Arts & Culture Centre St. John’s View on Google Maps

Accessibility Notes

A live stream presentation of this production will be available on Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4.

The Arts and Culture Centre is fully wheelchair accessible; as wheelchair seating is limited, please book these seats in advance. The ACC also has a limited number of hearing assist devices; to ensure availability, reserve when ordering tickets. Please let the Box Office know of special needs when ordering tickets, or Click Here for more information.