ABOUT THE SHOW

On Native Land is a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love.

A dive into the heart of contemporary Indigenous narratives, On Native Land is a sweeping love story with a focus on urban Indigenous communities, offering solace and solidarity.

“One of the most beautiful productions ever to grace the York Theatre stage.”
– Jo Ledingham

Our Story

Founded in 2011 by Corey Payette, Raven Theatre has been creating, developing, and producing innovative new musicals with a focus on Indigenous stories.

We are more dedicated than ever to be creating new Indigenous works and hope you will join us in the journey.

Leadership

Corey Payette is a writer, lyricist, composer, producer, and director. He has directed "Stories That Transform Us" (2021), "Guide My Way" (2023), and "Les Filles du Roi" (2023) which has played in film festivals internationally and won multiple awards. His musical feature film "Starwalker" was released in 2025 and his newest musical “On Native Land” premiered in 2026.

"... one of the most powerful moments I’ve ever been part of as a theatregoer …"
-The Georgia Straight

“Les Filles du Roi's trilingual, feminist-Indigenous musical is a triumph!”
-The Georgia Straight

Our Supporters

We are so grateful for the support of our funders believing and investing in the seeds of new musicals.

A powerful tale of identity, land, and love.