Riot Days is a unique fusion of live music, theatre, and video, showcasing Pussy Riot’s innovative and fearless artistry.
Since its debut in March 2017, the Riot Days international tour has captivated audiences worldwide. By May 2023, Pussy Riot was honored with the Woody Guthrie Prize and marked the occasion with a riveting performance in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Now, a major North America tour beckons, bringing their revolutionary message to an even wider audience.
This powerful show returns to bring the next chapter on Pussy Riot: Riot Days to the live stage. Find out how the story ends and get your tickets now for this unparalleled can’t-miss experience!
Riot Days Project:
Riot Days was initiated by Maria Alyokhina and music producer Alexander Cheparukhin, based on Alyokhina’s book. The show chronicles Alyokhina’s experiences with Pussy Riot, from their daring protests to their court trials and time in prison. The content continues to evolve, incorporating current events such as political prosecutions and Russia’s aggression against Ukraine.
With over 400 performances worldwide, Riot Days has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Herald Angel Award, Total Theatre Award of Edinburgh Festivals, Germany’s annual anti-fascist award, and the Woody Guthrie Prize in the USA. Recently, four members of Riot Days were awarded honorary Doctor of Letters degrees from the University of Kent, celebrating with an impromptu performance in the historic Canterbury Cathedral.
Maria Alyokhina’s personal sacrifices underscore the urgency of their message. Detained and placed under house arrest in 2021-2022 for a single social media post supporting Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, she defied the odds by escaping Russia in May 2022—disguised as a food courier. Her bold escape has allowed Riot Days to amplify its voice on a global scale, particularly in support of Ukraine. A significant portion of the project’s income is donated to the Ukrainian Okhmatdyt children’s hospital and foundation.
About Pussy Riot:
A Russian feminist protest and performance art collective, Pussy Riot is known for its provocative activist punk performances. Their name, as they explain, challenges sexism and represents their defiant response to systemic oppression.
Founded in 2011, the group gained international prominence after a bold performance at Moscow’s Cathedral of Christ the Saviour led to the imprisonment of three members—Maria (Masha) Alyokhina, Nadezhda (Nadya) Tolokonnikova, and Yekaterina (Katya) Samutsevich. Perceptions of their activism continue to evolve, especially as the alliance between the Russian Orthodox Church and Putin’s Kremlin deepens.
During the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Pussy Riot’s performance was violently interrupted by security forces, reinforcing their reputation as a fearless voice of dissent.
Following their imprisonment, Masha and Nadya emerged as the most recognized faces of Pussy Riot. Though often associated with the group as a whole, their individual performances remain distinct.
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TOUR DATES
April 3 | Montreal | Club Soda
April 4 | Ottawa | Brass Monkey
April 5| Toronto | Lee’s Palace
April 7 | Winnipeg | Park Theatre
April 10 | Calgary | Palace Theatre