General Strike 1919: Cabaret

An exciting cabaret evening of music and poetry on the centenary of the Winnipeg General Strike (15 May 1919) celebrates its historical importance and enduring relevance to a diverse range of contemporary struggles. MC'ed by David McIlwraith. Featuring: * Zing Zing Zing - UJPO choir sing "Bread and Roses" and "The Internationale". * Afro-Métis Nation - perform selections from their debut CD, "Constitution" with George Elliott Clarke, Shelley Hamilton and Sugar Plum Croxen. * Mike Katz and Rick Pearson sing "Union Miners" and "Union Maids". * Mohammad Ali - performs songs from his latest album "Labour of Love". Produced by the Cultural Committee of the Socialist Project and the Centre for Social Justice, and co-presented by The Toronto Workers History Project and Mayworks 2019. Recorded in Toronto, 14 May 2019.