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“There is a palpable sense of belonging from the moment the curtain rises. Menard welcomes the audience as if they are visiting her home.” – Broadway World

Métis singer-songwriter Andrea Menard's feast for the senses blends master storytelling with the beauty of Métis culture through music, dance and visual art.

Derived from the Michif word for “leftovers stew” or “big pot”, Rubaboo blends diverse cultural influences and invites us to reflect on the ongoing journey of cultural preservation and pride. Featuring the sounds of drums and guitar, this grand musical feast includes songs of reconciliation, unity, love and resilience.

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Running time: 
Approx. 90 mins (no intermission)


Accessibility initiatives: ASL-interpreted performance on Sun May 10 at 2pm; Relaxed Performance on Fri May 15 at 7:30pm

Opening Night sponsor:



 

Moon Dancers by Leah Marie Dorian

Cast & Crew

Production
Andrea Menard photo
Andrea Menard

Andrea Menard
Andrea Menard photo

Andrea Menard

Robert Walsh photo
Robert Walsh

Robert Walsh
Robert Walsh photo

Robert Walsh

Alanis King photo
Alanis King

Alanis King
Alanis King photo

Alanis King

Mary Jane Coomber photo
Mary Jane Coomber

Mary Jane Coomber
Mary Jane Coomber photo

Mary Jane Coomber

Samantha McCue photo
Samantha McCue

Samantha McCue
Samantha McCue photo

Samantha McCue

Cimmeron Meyer photo
Cimmeron Meyer

Cimmeron Meyer
Cimmeron Meyer photo

Cimmeron Meyer

Emilie Trimbee photo
Emilie Trimbee

Emilie Trimbee
Emilie Trimbee photo

Emilie Trimbee

Ricardo Alvarado photo
Ricardo Alvarado

Ricardo Alvarado
Ricardo Alvarado photo

Ricardo Alvarado

Katie Schmidt photo
Katie Schmidt

Katie Schmidt
Katie Schmidt photo

Katie Schmidt

Cast
Nathen Aswell photo
Nathen Aswell

Nathen Aswell
Nathen Aswell photo

Nathen Aswell

Andrea Menard photo
Andrea Menard

Andrea Menard
Andrea Menard photo

Andrea Menard

Karen Shepherd photo
Karen Shepherd

Karen Shepherd
Karen Shepherd photo

Karen Shepherd

Robert Walsh photo
Robert Walsh

Robert Walsh
Robert Walsh photo

Robert Walsh

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Production ID: 35885
Start Date: 4/29/2026 10:09:38 AM
End Date: 5/23/2026 10:09:51 AM
Title: Rubaboo - A Métis Cabaret
Playwright: By Andrea Menard 
Music by Andrea Menard & Robert Walsh 
Billing:
Directed by Alanis King
In partnership with Persephone Theatre
Warnings:
Synopsis: “There is a palpable sense of belonging from the moment the curtain rises. Menard welcomes the audience as if they are visiting her home.” – Broadway World

Métis singer-songwriter Andrea Menard's feast for the senses blends master storytelling with the beauty of Métis culture through music, dance and visual art.

Derived from the Michif word for “leftovers stew” or “big pot”, Rubaboo blends diverse cultural influences and invites us to reflect on the ongoing journey of cultural preservation and pride. Featuring the sounds of drums and guitar, this grand musical feast includes songs of reconciliation, unity, love and resilience.

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Facility: John Hirsch Mainstage
Alternate URL: https://royalmtc.ca/Current-Plays/Rubaboo-A-Metis-Cabaret.aspx
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Display Rotator From: 3/30/2026 9:00:00 AM
Display Rotator To: 5/23/2026 11:59:00 PM
 

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