Toronto, Canada

Blood Brothers

A modern-day adaptation of Julius Caesar, where the audience is free to roam into the night of a fraternity’s annual hazing ceremony

Blood Brothers Immersive Event - Main Image

Blood Brothers is an immersive, site-specific theatrical experience set in the Delta Upsilon Fraternity. A modern-day adaptation of Julius Caesar, where the audience is free to roam into the night of a fraternity’s annual hazing ceremony, Blood Brothers follows twelve young characters at will as their stories unfold and collide throughout the frat house. Messy, brash, bold and unapologetic, Blood Brothers tells the story of young men and women caught in the vortex of power, privilege, influence and desire. When we’re faced with everything we’ve ever wanted, who do we turn into? Can we ever become more than what we were born to be? Audiences are empowered to follow characters and as they move throughout the house, spectating from the fringes of a vape filled living room or shadowing Marc Anthony into the kitchen. Maybe you follow the crowd as it’s drawn to the loudest scene. Maybe you stay seated in one place, letting the story come to you. The night you witness is dependent upon the path you choose. Blood Brothers explores how fraternities are microcosms for our society, as masculinity, violence and power tear the frat house apart. The brotherhood of man protects those on the inside, always. This is a Moving Performance. Audience members are required to walk up and down stairways during the show, as well as come in close proximity with the actor and other audience members. Audience members will be required to wear a masquerade mask (provided).

Audience Role

Observer.

Ages: 16 +

References to sexual assault

Content Advisories

Drug and alcohol abuse
Fake blood
Flashing lights
Fog/haze
Hazing
Homophobia
Loud and sudden noises
References to sexual assault
Sexism/misogyny
Sexual content
Strong language
Violence

Interaction Advisories

No physical contact with performers

Mobility Advisories

Event is not wheelchair accessible
Extended standing
Extended walking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stairs

Tags

Caesar
Fraternities
free roam

About SummerWorks

SummerWorks is a leader, collaborator, and community builder at the forefront of contemporary performance – asking crucial questions; nurturing artistic innovation; and presenting new works that reflect the complexity and diversity of our society. Anchored by our annual SummerWorks Performance Festival in August, SummerWorks offers a year-round program of creation, presentation, and learning opportunities for artists and audiences.