First Draft by Aanmitaagzi Story Makers

What: Works-in-progress presentations
When: August 11th from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Big Medicine Studio
Address: 161 Couchie Memorial Dr, North Bay, ON
Cost: Free

First Draft is a series of works-in-progress presentations by Aanmitaagzi Story Makers and the youth participants of their 2026 Summer Arts Program. Ranging from storytelling, spoken word, and singing to dance, visual art, and improv, this informal night of sharing will bring everyone together for creativity, connection, and community. Artists from the Fringe festival will also be invited to share a little about their shows, and light refreshments will be provided.

About Aanmitaagzi:

Aanmitaagzi Story Makers is an Indigenous multi-disciplinary artist-run company based in Nipissing First Nation. Linked to provincial, national, and international networks, Aanmitaagzi is committed to fostering a vibrant arts community through community-engaged projects that promote well-being, strengthen relationships with the land, and incorporate intergenerational approaches and methodologies. Aanmitaagzi combines artmaking, education, professional development & social activism through contemporary and customary arts, nurturing historic Indigenous arts practices and exploring how these practices can be carried forward in a meaningful contemporary context.