James Gordon: Smashing the Oligarchy
- Folk Canada
- May 23
- 1 min read
Canadian songwriter/playwright/author/activist and former politician James Gordon has a history of producing topical ‘one-man’ shows. His last, “James Gordon’s Emergency Climate Musical” was a success across the country, so much so that there’s demand for a reboot since the show didn’t actually seem to solve that crisis. In looking at the possibilities, James observed that nothing can really be accomplished in climate mitigation until we work to remove the biggest obstacle in keeping our planet sustainable and thriving: The Oligarchy!
Since a major theme of this new work is gathering in community and ‘going local’ James is offering this 90-minute performance as a 50/50 fundraiser to climate, social justice and other non-partisan activist organizations. In other words, James pays the expenses (hall rental, tech costs, insurance, promotion etc.), deducts that from the gross tickets sales, and splits the profit with the organization. (This work is James’ livelihood).
The organization would set up a booth at the show, make a short speech about its activities, and hopefully provide volunteers for the event as well as promoting the performance through their networks. It’s a win win really.
Smashing the Oligarchy, filled with insights, humour, visual images, and some grim reality observations, has 15 original songs, some ranting, a post-show discussion, and is available for touring beginning June 3rd, 2025.
Some of the songs have been recycled from Gordon’s previous work, because recycling is good for the environment.
James will perform solo, and he’ll bring a car-load of instruments with him.
Let James know if you might be interested by contacting james@jamesgordon.ca or 226-971-9132
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