HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT FALL 2008

The Pirates of Penzance

Written by Sir W.S. Gilbert and Composed by Sir Arthur Sullivan
September 23 to October 4 2008
Opening Night: September 26
Title Sponsor: ING Insurance

SWASHBUCKLING COMEDY - One of Gilbert and Sullivan's most enduring musical comedies, this tale of a dutiful pirate's honour slashes through nobility, desire and duty serving up humour and deception. It's a fast-paced and witty romp that delights audiences and critics alike.

2008*09 MAINSTAGE SERIES

The Drawer Boy

Written by Michael Healey
October 21 to November 8 2008
Opening Night: October 24
Sponsored by: Wellington West

COMEDY - Revisit 1972 with an aspiring young Toronto actor who plants himself in rural Ontario to research country life for a theatrical script he is developing. During his extended visit with two farmers not overly thrilled with the self-involved city dweller, he unwittingly stumbles upon and unravels decades of mystery. A humorous, heart-warming play about the simple pleasures of friendship, storytelling and remembrance.

A Christmas Carol

Adapted by Jeff Pitcher
Based on the book by Charles Dickens
November 19 to December 24 2008
Opening Night: November 28
Sponsored by: London Life

FAMILY INSPIRATIONAL - This fresh retelling of a well-loved story has Tiny Tim, the Cratchit family and a ghostly dream teaching Ebenezer Scrooge, a greedy, heartless miser, the meaning of compassion. This timeless classic brings a joyous celebration of humanity during the holiday season.

The Wild Guys

By Andrew Wreggitt and Rebecca Shaw
January 20 to February 7 2009
Opening Night: January 23
Sponsored by: RBC Dominion Securities

COMEDY - Imagine a wild adventure where a supermarket executive coaxes three pals to get out of the city for some male bonding. No sooner does the trip begin than these unique personalities find themselves lost in nature - and in life. Together the four men embark on a weekend of self-discovery and survival in the woods.

Misery

Written by Stephen King
Adapted by Simon Moore
February 17 to March 7 2009
Opening Night: February 20

SUSPENSE THRILLER - A writer gets more than his imagination could ever conjure when he inadvertently crosses paths with his biggest fan. This Stephen King thriller keeps us on the edge of our seats as the nurse-angel reveals her chilling disapproval of the writer's most recent manuscript.

The Syringa Tree

Written by Pamela Gien
March 17 to April 4 2009
Opening Night: March 20

FAMILY INSPIRATIONAL - Explore the chaos, magic and darkness of South Africa in this award-winning story of two families, one black and one white. We follow their destinies spanning four generations, from early apartheid to present day. Discover the complexities of their world, their dreams, laughter and tragic losses. A story of compassion and forgiveness that has captured audiences around the world.

Dreamgirls

Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyen
Music by Henry Krieger
April 14 to May 9 2009
Opening Night: April 17
Sponsored by: 3M

MUSICAL - Before the award-winning movie came this high-energy musical. Inspired by the music and aspirations of such popular R&B acts as The Supremes, The Shirelles and James Brown, Dreamgirls follows the story of a young female singing trio from Chicago who dream of stardom. With such swinging songs as One Night Only, It's All Over, and Dreamgirls, these girls will knock your socks off!