by Janis Kirshner
Urge for Going is self-described as a multidisciplinary puppet play inspired by the songs of Joni Mitchell. And so it is, but so much more. Created and performed by bekky OâNeil, with a live band playing Mitchellâs spellbinding songs, the piece is elevated from just the story of 12 year old Carey taking her imagination on the road as she emulates her hero (who shares the same home town, Saskatoon).
The puppets, including Carey herself (also played in human form by OâNeill); her only friend, Fox; and a life-sized deer, are visually stunning, as is the animation.
We enjoy Careyâs hippie-wannabe cuteness and are moved by her home life. Careyâs naiveté is charming, with moments of insight, “The world is changing and if we donât see it now, weâll miss it.” And weâre reminded about the Canadian artistsâ brain drain, “You go to Montreal to develop before you go to Toronto to succeed.” It is that notion this little gem is promoting. Inspired by the Canada around you, what is the pull that says you have to leave to make it? The tender images take their time and work their magic on you with the help of the puppeteers. Go with Carey “into the blue” and see what you can stir up to make your own dreams come true, right here.
We enjoy Careyâs hippie-wannabe cuteness and are moved by her home life. Careyâs naiveté is charming, with moments of insight, “The world is changing and if we donât see it now, weâll miss it.” And weâre reminded about the Canadian artistsâ brain drain, “You go to Montreal to develop before you go to Toronto to succeed.” It is that notion this little gem is promoting. Inspired by the Canada around you, what is the pull that says you have to leave to make it? The tender images take their time and work their magic on you with the help of the puppeteers. Go with Carey “into the blue” and see what you can stir up to make your own dreams come true, right here.
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