As part of our Atlantic Tour of Fruit Machine, Solo Chicken Productions would like to extend an invitation to join us for a special pre-show commemorative event in Fredericton, NB. Beyond sharing t Fruit Machine, Solo Chicken hopes to create opportunities for Purge survivors to gather and for Canadians to learn more about their history. In honour of LGBT Purge survivors, the event will feature short talks by Photojournalist, Activist, and LGBT Purge Survivor Diane (dee) Doiron, Fruit Machine playwright Alex Rioux, UNB Professor Dr. Carmen Poulin and an introduction to the exhibition of Purge artifacts from The Queer Heritage Initiative by QHI Director Meredith Batt. Together we will commemorate the LGBT Purge and shine a light on this incredibly important part of our history.

Date: April 29, 2025

Time: 6:30PM - Commemoration (Followed by a 7:30 PM performance of Fruit Machine that is free for Purge survivors & family/friends)

Location: Black Box Theatre (51 Dineen Drive, STU campus, Fredericton, NB)

This event will be held directly before the performance of Fruit Machine. For tickets to the show, click here.