Odyssey Showcase

03/08/2026

Today, on International Women’s Day, Odyssey Showcase proudly recognizes and celebrates the remarkable contributions of women across industries, communities, and generations.

Women continue to shape the world through leadership, innovation, advocacy, and service. From entrepreneurs and professionals to caregivers, educators, artists and community builders, their work strengthens organizations, drives progress, and inspires future leaders.

At Odyssey Showcase we are honoured to spotlight women whose dedication, vision, and resilience are making a meaningful impact. Their stories remind us that progress is built not only through individual achievement, but through collaboration, mentorship, and the willingness to lift others along the way.

Today we celebrate the women who lead, the women who build, the women who advocate, and the women who quietly create change every day.

Your contributions matter. Your leadership matters. Your stories matter.

Happy International Women’s Day!

02/20/2026

This Black History Month, Odyssey Showcase proudly re-introduces Justice on Tap / Justice de Cabaret — a six-part anti-racism educational web series that goes beyond history to inspire authentic change.

This compelling series is part of Canada Speaks in Diverse Ways / Les voix du patrimoine / Aki
Animitagozig, exploring diverse Canadian experiences through music, law, dance, regalia, and storytelling.

Named for the 1939 Christie v. York Tavern case — where Fred Christie was denied service because he was Black — Justice on Tap reminds us that change begins with understanding.

Discover. Reflect. Join the conversation.

We are seeking partners, collaborators, and funding opportunities to continue sharing stories that unite us all.

Learn more and support:

https://odysseyshowcase.org/ (link in bio)

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12/02/2025

Donate or partner with Odyssey Showcase:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/62750

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11/15/2025

From the cast and crew of Odyssey Showcase

Thank you / Meegwetch / Todah / Merci to all the teachers, students, and invited guests for attending our performance “When the Spirit Moves You: Universal Beats”, and for sharing in our vision - you’ve inspired us to aspire to great things!

A special thanks to Chandra Pasma MPP Ottawa West-Nepean, Deputy House Leader, Education Critic for your warm opening remarks


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11/13/2025

For over 25 years, Odyssey Showcase has been bringing diverse voices together through music, dance, and storytelling.

Our latest initiative,  The Drum, the Shofar and Universal Beats / Apich Nondawag Tewehigan Manidò Nigandinig Kidji Nimiyan, continues that legacy—highlighting the connections between Indigenous and Jewish cultures and universal beats, such as stomp and Jazz, to foster understanding, dialogue, and inclusion.

We look forward to welcoming students and teachers at tomorrow performance!



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11/11/2025

Lest we forget - N’oublions jamais

09/17/2025

🎉 Release of new trailer ! 🎬

We’re proud to unveil the official trailer for Episode Two of Odyssey Showcase’s anti-racism educational video series: The Drum and the Shofar

A project that celebrates the transformative power of art, diversity, and inclusion: Canada Speaks in Diverse Ways / Les voix de patrimoine / Aki Animitagozig. ✨

Through storytelling, creative artistic expression, and education, we’re cultivating spaces where people are empowered to listen deeply, learn collaboratively, and grow collectively.

Our mission for more than twenty-five years? To spark critical thinking, encourage meaningful conversations, and help build bridges across differences.

👉 Stay tuned for more episodes and news, share widely, and join us on this journey of awareness, action, and connection.



Ontario Trillium Foundation Algonquin Commons TheatreCity of OttawaOttawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) Ottawa Catholic Schools (OCSB)

The Drum and the Shofar are part of Canada Speaks in Diverse Ways/Les voix du patrimoine/Aki Animitagozig, an anti-racism educational web series developed by...

09/02/2025

With a supportive grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), Odyssey Showcase continues to develop Canada Speaks in Diverse Ways/Les voix du patrimoine/Aki Animitagozig, an educational web series and live presentations that explore how Canada Speaks in a variety of ways through law, music, dance, language, culture, social media and more.

When the Spirit Moves You, Quand l’esprit vous anime, Apich Nondawag Tewehigan Manidò Nigandinig Kidji Nimiyan” – Universal Beats is a new multimedia presentation for schools that will portray the significance of instruments and sounds as ways to channel human spirituality and provide insights into parallel approaches of diverse cultural groups:

November 13, 2025
Odyssey Showcase Algonquin Commons Theatre Ontario Trillium Foundation

Registration required by email or phone: [email protected] / 613-321-2066

For more information about OS: www.odysseyshowcase.org

06/20/2025

Producer | Vocalist | Visionary Arts Leader

Deborah Davis is a celebrated vocalist and award-winning producer whose work has captivated audiences for decades. She headlined the Ottawa International Jazz Festival’s Family Day in 1994, 1995, and 1997 with her acclaimed show What is This Thing Called Jazz?

A dynamic creative force, Deborah is the producer and performer behind several landmark Canadian productions, including The Gift of Jazz: From Africa to New Orleans to the True North Strong and Free, Canada Speaks, and Canada Roars – A Musical Taste of our Canadian Heritage / Notre patrimoine canadien, une odyssée musicale — the longest-running bilingual concert show in Canada.
Her deep commitment to community through the arts has earned her numerous accolades, including awards from the Rich Little Foundation, Variety Club, CHEO, The Our Kids Foundation, CJMJ’s Radio Stars Program, the City of Nepean’s Distinguished Service Award in Arts and Culture, and the City of Ottawa’s Environmental Achievement Award.

Since founding Odyssey Showcase in 2000, Deborah has served as its Executive and Artistic Director, dedicating her talents to celebrating Canada’s diverse cultural heritage through music, storytelling, and education.

✨ See Deborah Davis live
📅 Saturday, June 21 at 6:30 PM
📍 Main Stage – Confederation Park

Join us for Tribute to Jazz: From Africa to New Orleans to the True North Strong and Free — a powerful journey through rhythm, roots, and resilience.

Let the music move you — and the stories behind the sound stir your soul.

Presented by Odyssey Showcase at the Ottawa Jazz Festival.

🔗 Learn more about the performance

https://program.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/14030-Deborah-Davis-and-Segue-to-Jazz Ottawa Jazz Festival Odyssey Showcase

06/20/2025

🔥 Feel the rhythm before you even hear the beat…

Arien Villegas brings the soul of Cuba to every performance. A gifted percussionist trained at the prestigious Matanzas Music College, Arien began his professional career at just 16 with Orchestra International at the iconic Mambo Club in Varadero.

Since 2006, he has called Ottawa home—teaching, performing, and igniting stages with his dynamic energy and deep-rooted passion for Afro-Cuban rhythms. Whether in the classroom or on stage, Arien’s music moves more than just feet—it moves hearts.

🎶 Catch him live at this year’s Ottawa International Jazz Festival with “Tribute to Jazz: From Africa to New Orleans to the True North Strong and Free”

🗓 Saturday, June 21 at 6:30 PM
📍 Main Stage, Confederation Park
Ottawa Jazz Festival



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https://program.ottawajazzfestival.com

06/19/2025

What do Dutch Mason, the Rolling Stones, and the Ottawa Jazz Festival have in common?

🎶 The answer is Peter Brown.

A master of jazz and blues, Peter Brown has lit up the Ottawa Jazz Festival stage more than a dozen times. He’s toured with Canadian blues legend Dutch Mason and former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor, and spent 17 years as the keyboard heartbeat of Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo.

With three acclaimed jazz albums—Marie‑Claude (2002), Franklin Street (2008), and Beautiful Love (2014)—plus decades of theatre and studio work, Peter’s music tells stories that stay with you long after the final note.

✨ Catch him live on Saturday, June 21 at 6:30 PM
📍 Main Stage – Confederation Park
🎷 Tribute to Jazz: From Africa to New Orleans to the True North Strong and Free Ottawa Jazz Festival

Let the rhythm move you—and the stories behind the sound resonate.
Presented by Odyssey Showcase at the Ottawa Jazz Festival.

🔗 More about the performance: https://program.ottawajazzfestival.com/item/14030-Deborah-Davis-and-Segue-to-Jazz