Metamorphoses is a story of radical transformation — a beautiful and articulate reminder of the constant changeability and mutability of the human condition. The 2,000 year old work is brought to new life in an intimate one-person show starring African Nova Scotian trailblazer and theatre giant, Walter Borden.
This new adaptation casts an intoxicating spell: blending together Ovid’s epic poem with real-life episodes from Walter Borden’s eight-plus decades of life, with incredible work by renowned local artists and designers: moving animatronic wonders from LoHiFi Productions’ Chris Little, live music performed by local singer-songwriter Hilary Adams and composed by Stewart Legere, and costuming by Robert Merritt Award-winning designer Diego Cavedon Dias. Metamorphoses is directed by 2b’s artistic director Christian Barry, who also takes on lighting design, and Jacob Sampson, 2b’s associate artistic director.
A world premiere from Halifax’s international award-winning 2b theatre company.
Premiering in September 2026 at Prismatic Theatre Festival
Creative Team
- Starring Walter Borden
- Directed by Christian Barry & Jacob Sampson
- Music Composed by Stewart Legere
- Music Performed by Hilary Adams
- Kinetic Art Design by Chris Little
- Stage Management by Christine Oakey
- Production Management by Zach Faye
- Costume Design by Diego Cavedon Dias
- Lighting Design by Christian Barry
Metamorphoses is intended for mature audiences and viewer discretion is advised.
Upcoming Tours
Production History
- Prismatic Arts Festival, Halifax, NS (September 29 – October 4, 2026)
