Orene Askew, aka DJ O Show, is Afro-Indigenous and a proud member of the Squamish Nation. She is an active voice in the LGBTQ2 community and a motivational speaker who has given talks to Indigenous youth across the country. As a DJ she is in high demand, performing gigs around Vancouver, Canada and the U.S.

Sound House is MOA’s music series, now in its third season, featuring a fantastic and eclectic lineup of Vancouver bands and artists—from spoken word to hip hop to soul. Sound House is a celebration of culture and music, set in MOA’s Haida House, against a stunning backdrop of Northwest Coast art and architecture. Let the picturesque views and scent of cedar inhabit your senses.

Doors | 7 pm
Performance | 7:15 pm

Tickets | $20 Regular; Free for Indigenous peoples (includes museum admission)

Proof of vaccination

As per provincial orders, all special event participants 12 and older will be required to provide proof of vaccination (eg. BC Vaccine Card). MOA reserves the right to deny entry or participation to anyone who doesn’t comply with MOA’s stated policies, procedures and visitor code of conduct.

Bio

DJ O Show is the recipient of a 2015 BC Indigenous Business Award, a 2018 Stand Out Award from the Vancouver Pride Society, and a 2021 Alumni of Excellence Award from Capilano University. Most recently, Human Biography has just released a documentary about DJ O Show catching every aspect of her life, from being Afro-Indigenous and two-spirited, the inspiring work she does, and how it all connects back to her passion for music and DJing. Check out the trailer below.