Surviving My Queer Immigration, by Geraldine Fuenmayor
A staged reading of a theatre play under development.
November 9
Doors: 2 PM
Heather Edwards Theatre
Surviving My Queer Immigration is a poignant tale of Ella and Vivi, two resilient female souls from Venezuela, who face the unfamiliar and icy landscapes of Calgary, Canada. They find themselves in a conservative society within their professional fields of urban planning and architecture. Yet, they struggle with the unsettling discomfort of being perceived through lenses colored by prejudice and preconception as they navigate the delicate balance between authenticity and survival.
Their love—a lighthouse of hope amid adversity—illuminates the path forward as they confront the daunting reality of living true to themselves. Amid the shadows of secrecy, they find solace in their unwavering determination, embracing the complexities of their identities with courage and defiance.
About the Artist
Geraldine Fuenmayor is a Venezuelan-Canadian theatre artist whose bold and multidisciplinary artwork—spanning playwriting, acting, directing, singing, and producing—channels the energy of her Latin American roots, immigrant journey, and queer, IBPOC identity. A brave theatre voice since 2014, she has ignited stages with companies like ExpresARTe, Handsome Alice, Urban Stories, Sage Theatre and Cahoot Theatre, weaving narratives that pulse with resilience and belonging. From her poetic and movement driven monologues in La Huesera to the deeply personal pieces such as Tuberoses, Ginger and Other Essences in 2024 and Surviving My Queer Immigration, now in development under Vanessa Porteous mentorship, Geraldine crafts theatre that is lyrical and unapologetically human. She is a founding member of ExpresARTe Theatre Club and a proud voice in Urban Stories Theatre’s Playwrights Unit, committed to creating space for complex, culturally grounded female characters and stories that spark empathy and transformation.
