White Mice

White Mice is a cartoon-like exposé of the virulent racism at the core of Canada. Robert and Douglas are two white-furred mice living in peacefully in downtown Toronto, until one day Robert begins coming home with more and more information concerning the state of racism in Canada. The two mice begin to question the function of racism, whiteness, and capitalism as they struggle to keep up with their rapidly expanding consciousness.

Written and directed by Darren O’Donnell, produced by Naomi Campbell, featuring Bruce Hunter and Darren O’Donnell, lighting design by RS Armstrong, sound by Nick Murray (aka murr), costumes by SimJones Inc. and set by Darren O’Donnell and Naomi Campbell.

The original production was nominated for six Dora Awards: outstanding play, production, direction, costumes, light, and received an award for set. The script was Adapted for CBC Radio and published by Coach House Books in 2000.