“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

HOPE FOR THE FUTUREFrom 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 dwalker@pearsoncollege.ca or 250-858-2689.

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

Pearson College UWC is one of 18 United World Colleges 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 Vancouver Island. 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 DIRECTORSCHAIR

The Honourable Anne McLellan, PC, OC, AOE

DIRECTORSDr. Anne Pearson

Mr. Brian Poston (Class of 1990)Ms. Christine Healy (Class of 1990)

Mr. Ciro Echesortu (Class of 1979)Mr. Francois Lecavalier (Class of 1983)

Mrs. Gloria Metzger

Mr. Joseph LougheedMs. Kory Wilson (Class of 1989)Ms. Lori Sterling (Class of 1977)Mr. Michael StubbingMr. Paul ZedMr. Yazann Romahi (Class of 1994)

HONOURARY CHAIRSDr. Randall G. Gossen

Mr. Tony MacounMrs. Diana Maughan

The Hounourable John L. Nichol, CC (decd.)Mr. Francis M. Saville, QCMr. W. Galen Weston, OC, O.Ont

UNDER THE DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE OFPRESIDENT OF THE UNITED WORLD COLLEGES

Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan

SPECIAL PATRONS

Mrs. Cynthia Baxter, CMThe Right Honourable Joe Clark, PC, CC, AOE

Mr. Ronald L. Cliff, CM, FCADr. Jean P. Drouin (Class of 1990)

Mr. Peter DunnThe Honourable Mr. Justice Robert B. HutchisonMr. Michael Pearson

HONOURARY PATRONHer Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette,

CC, CMM, COC, CQ, CD, Govenor General of Canada

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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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CAST AND COUNTRIES OF REPRESENTATION

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Aalyan Pakistan Ace Canada-BC Agnes Cameroon Aidan Canada-AB Alan Colombia Alex Scotland Amina Canada-AB Amy Canada-NB Anas Somalia/Kenya Andrew Canada-NL Angela Canada-AB Aniraa Mongolia Anna Armenia Anonda Canada-NWT Antoine Switzerland Antonio Brazil Ariadna Spain Arifa Afghanistan Asia England Astrid Hong Kong Aude Canada-QC Ayana Kenya Bella Australia Bibi Greenland Bingbin China Bishakha USA Carlos Costa Rica Carrsyn Canada-PEI Catherine Canada-QC Chaïm Netherlands Christopher Hong Kong Colombe Congo Cosme Paraguay Dalila Burkina Faso Daniel Colombia Danik Canada-NB Dansowaa Ghana Dassel Mexico Deandre USA Declan Canada-ON Derek Marshall Islands Dinhom Thailand Donát Hungary Donovan Canada-QC Douglas Canada-YT Eden Canada-BC Eldra Wales Eleanor Canada-ON

Elena Italy Elis Estonia Ella Kenya Emi Canada-AB Emily Canada-NWT Emily Canada-QC Eva Uruguay Farjad Madagascar Flora Malawi Florence Canada-BC Gabriela Dominican Republic George England Giovanny Venezuela Gracie Canada-SK Graham Canada-YT Ha Vietnam Haana Canada-BC Haisu China Hana Czech Republic Hanako Taiwan Hannah Italy Hannah Australia Håvard Norway Hawaou Niger Hera Jamaica Icey China Idunn Norway Irvin Canada-AB Iuliana Russia Ivana Croatia Izzie New Zealand Jacob South Sudan Jacques Malta Jamie Canada-YT Jennifer Taiwan Jerry China Jessica Canada-NB Jéssica Guatemala Jillian Canada-PEI José Argentina Joshua Trinidad and Tobago Josipa Bosina and Herzegovina Joyce Canada-ON Kashaf Pakistan Kateryna Ukraine

Kaze Canada-BC Keitaro Japan Lakpa Nepal Lara Turkey Lee Israel Lena Hong Kong Lina Norway Linnea Canada-BC Lola Germany Luna Denmark Madyson Belize Maggie China Maha Morocco Mara Canada-MB Maria Peru Mariam Palestine Mariame Canada-QC Marlene Germany Matthew Canada-ON Max Singapore Meelad Syria Megija Latvia Melody Canada-SK Mii Japan Mikella Canada-AB Miklos Canada-BC Miles USA Mohamad Syria Mohammed Palestine Myril Norway Nadia Canada-QC Naomi Hong Kong Natalie Canada-NU Neil France Nhat Vietnam Nicolas Denmark Nicolás Bolivia Nikkie Greenland Noah Netherlands Noor Yemen Nuria Mexico Olivera Macedonia Omaya Canada-BC Pedro Portugal Pietro Italy Pyry Finland Racim Canada-QC

Rebeccah Canada-NS Ritsuki Japan Rosie Canada-YT Rothanak Cambodia Rouhan Kenya Ruotian China Rupita Bangladesh Saima Afghanistan Sakurako Japan Salma Egypt Samantha Bahamas Samira Canada-SK Sara Mexico Sara Romania Sarah Canada-NL Shaznay Canada-NT Shihong China Shinon Japan Sierra Canada-AB Sikhulile Swaziland Siku Canada-NU Skye China Sofia Colombia Sophie Canada-QC Sophie USA Susie Liberia Suyang China Tareeq Canada-BC Tarek Tunisia Tenele Eswatini Thomas Finland Tiffany Indonesia Tom Israel Venislav Bulgaria Victoria Spain Vlera Kosovo William Canada-NF Wura Nigeria Yusef Bermuda Yvette Rwanda Zach Canada-YT Zanne Belgium Zara USA Zehro’h Canada-NWT Zhibek Kazakhstan Zofia Poland Zuyyin Izza Singapore

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.

BEYOND ONE WORLD

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.

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!

– Kateryna (Year 45/2020, Ukraine)

ONE WORLD PROGRAM

1 Choir2 Scia’new Drum Group3 Bata4 Pearson Singers5 Un Violador en tu Camino6 Two Songs7 Bamboo Blossom8 Jump Rope9 1110 Helwa Ya Balady11 Gumboot

12 Ukrainian Dance13 Blue Rondo a la Turk14 Afghan Dance 15 How to Say I Love You in 112 Different Languages16 Hoop Dance17 Truth Don Die18 Let Me Tell You19 Ani Ve’ata20 Tambor

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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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Production Director Elizabeth Shaw

Music Directors Paul Faber Teodora Georgieva

Dance Director Adriana Martinez

Event & Expo Coordinator Angela Gatari

Executive Sponsor Tyrone Pile

Communications and Marketing Brian Geary Nikola Mende

Graphic DesignBerenice SandersNikola Mende

Technical Director George Scott

Costume SupervisorLucas Olscamp

Costume CoordinatorsIzzaSikhulileDalilaDinhomSikuJenniferSusieEllaLaraLeeSara

Stage Managers Ace Sierra

Assistant Stage Managers BibiRacim

Lights NadiaHanakoNeilHera

Sound AntoineIrvinSalmaRitsuki

Backstage ChristopherDonovanTareeqMyrilJamieMaxTiffany

Student Dance DirectorsDansowaaShinonAudeJessica W.LunaAgnesMii

Hair and Make-up BeccahCarrsynIvanaKaterynaLolaRosieSamanthaWuraZofiaVicky NatalieShaznayIdunnEldraHawaouFlorenceAmina

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