KWLT Presents Scorched by Wajdi Mouawad, Translated by Linda Gaboriau

KWLT Presents Scorched by Wajdi Mouawad, Translated by Linda Gaboriau

Secrets of the past, unspeakable truths, remnants of war, and tangled roots of identity

By Kitchener-Waterloo Little Theatre

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Sun, Jun 15, 2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

Location

Kitchener-Waterloo Little Theatre

9 Princess Street East Waterloo, ON N2J 2H4 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

Scorched

By Wajdi Mouawad
Translated by Linda Gaboriau
Directed by Hiyam Mahrat


Twin siblings, Simon and Janine, living in Canada, unravel the secrets of their mother’s past, Nawal, after her death amidst the haunting echoes of Lebanon’s civil war. In a quest that spans continents and generations, they discover the truth behind many years of Nawal’s deafening silence and explore their origins through her story. As the past collides with the present, they come to understand the interconnected roots of their family’s narrative and their tangled realities.


Special performances:

The Friday June 20 performance is a designated COVID Cautious performance with extra precautions. Patrons will be required to wear a mask at all times while in the theatre, and asked to consume concessions outside. There is also a lower audience capacity for this performance to allow for distancing. There will be no alcohol sales on this evening


Audience advisory: This performance contains strong language and images of violence.


The run time for Scorched is 3 hours, including intermission, and evening performances start at 7:30pm precisely.


  • Please note that online ticket sales are available up until 1 hour before the performance. Even then, there may still be walk-in tickets available, so please arrive before showtime!

Frequently asked questions

What time do performances start?

Evening performances on June 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, and 28 start at 7:30pm. Matinee performances on June 15, 22, and 29 start at 2pm.

What time does the box office open?

For evening performances, the box office opens at 6:45pm and patrons are admitted to their seats at 7:00pm. For the Sunday matinee performances, the box office opens at 1:15pm and patrons are admitted to their seats at 1:30pm

Does KWLT require masks for all performances?

No, at this time, KWLT only requires masks for Covid-cautious performances, though patrons are always welcome to wear a mask. The Covid-cautious performance for Scorched is Friday June 20.

Are there accessible seats?

Patrons who require accessible seats can choose between a limited number of accessible seats available in the balcony of our theatre and seats on the main level; we can assist with access to the main level via the back door. Please contact [email protected] if you require an accessible seat.

I am an Access 2 cardholder, how do I purchase my ticket?

KWLT is proud to be a member of the Access 2 Program. Members can email [email protected] for the code to unlock the tickets for this program.

Is KWLT close to transit?

Yes! KWLT is located just off King Street in the heart of Uptown Waterloo and is well-serviced by both GRT buses and the ION. We are a short walk from the Uptown ION stations and are on multiple bus routes.

Where can I park?

KWLT does not have a parking lot so patrons can use available street parking and municipal parking lots.

What does "COVID Cautious" mean?

This applies to our Friday June 20 performance, a designated COVID Cautious performance with extra precautions. Everybody will be required to wear a mask at all times while in the theatre, capacity is limited, and concessions must be consumed outside. There will be no alcohol sold.

Is there a matinee?

Yes, for the 2024-25 season, all of our shows will run from Friday to Sunday, with the Sunday performance as a matinee at 2pm

How are latecomers seated?

Latecomers will be seated during the front of house speech. If latecomers arrive after the front of house speech, they will be seated at the first available break in the performance.

Can I choose my seat?

KWLT uses open seating, so seating is first come, first choose once you arrive at the theatre and the doors open. If you require a specific seating arrangement for accessibility reasons, we are more than happy to reserve a specific seat; contact [email protected].

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