Following the August 19, 2026 performance of The Song of Hiawatha at the Edinburgh International Festival, acclaimed Ojibwe author, historian, and educator Dr. Anton Treuer will join Uchenna Ngwe for a special audience discussion exploring the work through contemporary Indigenous perspectives. Together, they will examine the cultural legacy, historical context, and enduring impact of representations of Indigenous peoples in literature and the arts. This engaging conversation invites audiences to reflect on the complexities of storytelling, identity, and interpretation while fostering meaningful dialogue about history, culture, and the importance of engaging with multiple perspectives in today's world.

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