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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1998-09-02, Page 31ntertainment Monette announces Stratford playbill CINEMA 2 7 PG THE AVENGERS 9 AA HALLOWEEN :H20 NOT REC. FOR CHILDREN, FRIGHTENING SCENES, COURSE LANGUAGE CINEMA 1 7:30 P.M. SAVING PRIVATE RYAN AA TOM HANKS NOT REC. FOR CHILDREN, BRUTAL VIOLENCE, COURSE LANGUAGE, MAY OFFEND SOME STARTS FRIDAY • :est • PARK THEATRE :am GODERICH 524-7811 Not recommended for children •;.; Brutal violence May offend some Coarse language 'tat ve/t".41 savin ! private ryan FRI. - THURS. SEPT. 4-SEPT. 10 7:30 PM NITELY LONG DISTANCE? CALL 1-800- 55-3431 FOR TOLL FREE MOVIE INTO THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1998. PAGE 31. `Thirteen Hands' ends run, Sept. 5 Stratford Festival Artistic Director Richard Monette has announced the Festival's 1999 season, which will feature 10 productions running in repertory over a six-month season in the Festival's three venues, the Festival Theatre, the Avon Theatre and the Tom Patterson Theatre. With selections spanning a 400- year period, the 1999 playbill reflects the mission of the Festival to produce the best works of theatre in the classical and contemporary repertoire, with special emphasis on the works of William Shakespeare. The Festival's 47th season will begin preview performances on May 3 and run until Nov. 7. "The 1999 season is a celebration of some of the finest dramatic works from Shakespeare's day through to our own," said Monette. "As we look forward to a new millennium, it seems particularly appropriate to explore a wide range of repertoire, from Canadian and other contemporary works to the great and timeless classics. "In 1999, we'll present four of Shakespeare's plays representing all phases of his career, from the profound and wonderful romance The Tempest, believed to be Shakespeare's final play, to the delightful comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream, to the powerful psychological drama Macbeth and the history play Richard 11, which is a penetrating examination of the nature of kingship. With the presentation of these four plays, the Festival will have mounted 20 of Community wishes well Continued from page 10 two serious operations and came through excellently. Unfortunately her vision is failing and community residents miss her Volkswagon driving oack and forth taking others to meetings, etc. Here's wishing you many more happy years Betsey. The Walkerbum Club enjoyed its annual picnic at St. Christopher's Beach. From there they went to the home of Islay Johnston. She has a superb collection of dolls which were a great pleasure to the club. Tickets on sale now Continued from page 1 Morningside World of Stuart McLean and Welcome Hoene: Travels in Smalliown Canada. Reserved-seating tickets ($25) for the Blyth Festival's presentation of Stuart McLean's Vinyl Cafe, sponsored by Ideal Supply and CFPL Radio, can be purchased through the Festival Box Office at (519) 523-9300 or at the following outlets: Bluewater Office Equipment (Wingham), Campbell's Photography (Goderich), Carol's Candies and Collectables (Blyth), and Crossroads Gifts (Clinton). Shakespeare's 38 plays since the beginning of my tenure in 1994." The continued flourishing of English drama in the 17th century is represented by the glorious Jacobean comedy The Alchemist, by Shakespeare's contemporary Ben Jonson, while the delightful comedy of manners The School for Scandal, by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, represents the 18th century. "Our stage adaptation of Jane Austen's 19-century novel Pirde and Prejudice will have a special appeal for family audiences in the tradition of such productions as The Miracle Worker, Little Women and Alice Through the Looking Glass said Monette. These family-oriented produc- tions have succeeded in expanding the audience for classical works and serve to introduce a whole new generation to the magic of live theatre. Based on the story of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the musical West Side Story, with book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and original direction and choreography by Jerome Robbins, will be presented for the first time in the Festival's 47-year history. The 1999 playbill 'also features two contemporary Canadian offerings. The first is Glenn by Canadian playwright David Young. This play chronicles the life of Rehearsals Wednesdays Continued from page 30 choral work. Choir members include men and women of all ages, from teens to seniors. Rehearsals are held every Wednesday night from 8 - 10 p.m. in Blyth at the June Hill Room, above the Blyth Festival administration offices. The first rehearsal for the season will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9 with registration to be held at 7:30 p.m. and regular rehearsal time to take place at 8 p.m. If you have a copy of Messiah, bring it along. Music will also be supplied. There is a registration fee. For more information, call one of these Blyth Festival Singers members - Christa Cameron at 523- 9393; Linda Hearn at 482-8123; Annette Lindsay at 357-2010 or JoAnn Todd at 528-2050. Atwood Lions Bingo every Thursday Doors open 6:30 p.m. Starts at 7:00 p.m. Jackpot $1,000. on 54 calls Pot of Gold $1,000. on 57 calls Loonie Bin Glenn Gould, renowned classical pianist and former music director of the Stratford Festival. The mounting of this play coincides with the presentation of the fifth Glenn Gould Prize at the World Gathering of the Friends of the Glenn Gould Society in Toronto in September of 1999. The second is the Gothic romance Dracula, a chamber musical based on the book by Bram Stoker, with book and lyrics by Richard Ouzounian and music by Marek Norman. "In the true character of a festival, the 1999 season offers a full and varied playbill with selections to tempt everyone who loves to see great theatre," added Producing Director Antoni Cimolino. "The season has been reconfigured with five classic plays on the Festival Theatre stage, two musicals at the Avon Theatre and the introduction of the two Canadian works. To hear the voices of contemporary playwrights next to those of Shakespeare and the classics serves to enrich the work of the Festival and further challenges the skills of our company, artistic personnel and staff." cp,P1704 KED TWIN CINEMA SURROUND SOUND STEREO LIS•I'OW'EL 291-3070 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - With a stellar cast bringing to life a marvelous script, the Blyth Festival's production of Thirteen Hands has audiences laughing and crying as it continues its winning ways on stage. Written by Canada's internationally-celebrated author Carol Shields, Thirteen Hands is a warm and witty tribute to women at play starring Sharon Bakker, Michelle Fisk, Jane Spidell and Goldie Semple. Rob Reid of The Kitchener Record called Thirteen Hands "A magical production" while The London Free Press referred to the show as "an ace ... a pace perfect performance". Rick Whelan of The Stratford Beacon Herald lauded Thirteen Hands as "a grand slam ... the effortless, 24 carat performances are what one takes away from this production." Following lunch provided by the Festival Cafe and the awarding Upcoming Atatc*inge Carrie Elizabeth Spelker, daughter of William Spelker and Janette Bradley and Perry George Mason, son of the late Eleanor Mason will be married on September 5, 1998 at Brussels United Church but due to construction the wedding will take place at Melville Presbyterian Church, Brussels at 4:00 p.m. Open reception to follow at BMG Community Centre 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. high/low prizes, players will be ushered upstairs to relax and enjoy the afternoon's performance. The cost of the tournament, including coffee, lunch and the show is $25 and can be paid at the Blyth Festival Box Office on that day. Thirteen Hands continues its run at the Blyth Festival until Sept. 5. 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