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The Citizen, 1991-04-03, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1991. Arena donation Hebo Siertsema accepted a cheque of $2,000 from Royal Canadian Legion members Donna Govier and Gordon Haggitt on behalf of the Blyth Community Centre Board. The money will go towards the painting of the arena beams. Grand Theatre presents musical Ron Greidanus gives Blyth benefit concert > To heat up the season’s closing. The Grand will explode with the music and faith of “Fire” by Paul Ledoux and David Young. Loosely based on the lives of Jerry Lee Lewis and his cousin Jimmy Swaggart, “Fire” features Michael McManus as Cale and Maurice Godin as Herchel. Both star as the sons of an Arkansas county reverend (Denny Doherty), who are torn apart by their love of the same girl, a childhood friend Molly (Michele Collins) and the manipulation of her ambitious fa­ ther Truman King (Michael Raw- ley). The cast includes Glenn Bennett, Linda Racine, Charlie Tomlinson and Stephen Woodjetts. “Fire” is directed by Martha Henry, set and costumes designed by Astrid Jan­ son, lighting designed by Louise Guinand, with musical direction by Stephen Woodjetts. Rock and Roll and Fundamenta­ list Religion seem to be two sides of the same coin. Blessed with a “God-given gift”, both Herchel and Cale are called to fame. Cale’s “gift” turns to a guilt-ridden life playing “the Devil’s music”, rock and roll. Meanwhile, fuelled by his religious upbringing, Herchel takes centre stage as a T.V. Evangelist. At the tender age of 14, longtime friend Molly King finds herself swept off her feet by the frenzy of Cale and his music. She later questions her choice of man and does an about-turn - back to the CLIP & SAVE at Reddi Chef FRIED CHICKEN FRIED CHICKEN WITH THIS COUPON (' ReddiChef SAVE BUCKETBARREL REGULAR PRICE OF A 20 Pc REGULAR PRICE OF A 15 Pc 20 pieces of Chicken Plenty for 7 -10 hungry people. . LMT M COfOl W URDU* WT TO ■ US VN iff WO « CCLWO ----------------FXPIRES: APB. 30/Bl_________S Call ahead for faster service 33 Victoria St. 482-7337 Clinton church, the Lord, and Herchel. Caught up in the passion of youth and the fervour of the fifties, all three of God’s gifted children wrestle with their own inner de­ mons. A Halifax, Nova Scotia native, playwright Paul Ledoux is the author of over 20 plays as well as a number of plays co-written with David Young including “Love is Starnge” and “Fire”, which in 1990 won both Chalmers and Dora Mavor Moore Awards, respective­ ly, in 1988-89. Mr. Ledoux ran the theatre company stages in Halifax before arriving in Toronto where he is the Literary Manager of Theatre Passe Muraille and past Chair for The Playwrights Union of Canada. He is currently collaborating with Denny Doherty on an animated musical called “Johann’s Gift to Grant helps buy van Paul Klopp, MPP for Huron, has announced a $45,000 grant to the Wingham and Area Seniors Centre, 350 Josephine Street. The money will be used toward the purchase of a specially-equipped van to transport frail elderly and people with disabilities. The an­ nouncement was made on behalf of Zanana Akande, Ontario’s Minister of Community and Social Services. Mr. Klopp said that the ministry resources represent 70 per cent of the van’s cost, with the Wingham Seniors Centre and the North WITH THIS COUPON WITH THIS COUPON 15 pieces of golden chicken. Enough for a family of 5 - 7. iarrwnraibmcm. ■(re■ unmw"roticaraa EXPIRES: APR. 30./91 Christmas”. Other writing credits include screenplays for a number of feature films, most recently, “Take The Glory”. David Young playwright has worked in various mediums as a writer. He has published two novels, “Incognito” and “Agent Provocateur”, written childrens’ television - “Fraggle Rock”, “The Jim Henson Hour” and screen­ plays for two feature films. His screenplay “The Suspect” won him The York/Trillium Award. Mr. Young has been editor at Coach House Press since 1972. Forthcom­ ing projects include a book of short fiction and a play about Glenn Gould in collaboration with Mr. Leodux. “Fire” previews April 9 to 11 and opens April 12 at 8 p.m. It runs until May 4. Huron Special Transit Corporation sharing the balance. “I’m delighted that Mrs. Akande’s ministry is able to pro­ vide this assistance to the Wing­ ham and Area Seniors Centre,” he continued. “It will enable many seniors - our frail, elderly citizens in particular - and people with disabilities living in Wingham and the surrounding area, to get to medical and other appointments, shopping, social activities and to be more involved in their community. REGULAR PRICE OF A CHICKEN OR FISH DINNER Chicken or fish, fresh coleslaw, choice of fries, roll & butter. I urmcoxam>mt»* nisimmnoncmacora* ________EXPIRES: APR, 30/91__________/ Young pianist and composer, Ron Greidanus, a native of Londes- borough performs a concert of classics and jazz on Saturday, April 27 at 8 p.m. at Blyth Memorial Hall. Tickets are $5 each and may be reserved at the Blyth Festival Box Office. All proceeds go to the Blyth Festival capital campaign. Pianist Ron Greidanus currently balances a busy teaching and performing schedule. Following his studies at the University of Ottawa, Mr. Greidanus moved to Blind River, where he offers private music lessons. Greidanus has also studied at the Johannesen School of the Arts in Victoria, British Columbia, the Courtenay Youth Music Centre, and at the Univer­ sity of Western Ontario. Mr. Greidanus has performed with orchestras, many chamber groups Seaforth Agricultural Society GARDEN ANO MAIN HALL OF COMMUNITY CENTRES TRADE- SHOWJ »• In our ♦ SHOW FACILITY TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY APRIL 9 & 10 4:59 to 9:59 P.M. FREE ADMISSION See TV&ot't, OTHER < OMINC EVENTS Sc.iiorlh I .ill I .iir < >< Inlier 4 X I •l,l| H.minim King*.' S|Xing sli< nv! S.H.. \|Xll <> I'I'll Ir.n inr Hinnn.iliitn Dr.nx S.||. Ilil’h* J1* I *191 Exeter Home and Garden Show APRIL 12,13,14 FRIDAY 7 P.M. -10 P.M. SATURDAY 12 P.M. - 9 P.M. SUNDAY 12 P.M. - 5 P.M. At The South Huron Rec. Centre Exeter, Ontario Adults - $2.50 Children 12 yrs and under - Free whenaccompanledbyanadult PRESENTED BY THE EXETER OPTIMIST CLUB and in many solo recitals in British Columbia and Ontario. Ron Greidanus is also a com­ poser who has created works for piano and orchestra and various solo piano compositions. In the near future, Mr. Greidanus will be performing with orchestras and solo recitals in Winnipeg, Toronto, Stratford. London and other cities in Ontario. As for his plans next year, Mr. Greidanus hopes to finish his degree in music and continue an active performing careeer. Ron Greidanus performs his concert of classics and jazz on Saturday, April 27 at 8 p.m. in Blyth Memorial Hall. For more information call (519) 523-9300. SEAFORTH HARMONY KINGS Present Their 9th ANNUAL SPRING SHOW 'Old MacDonald's Farm' Featuring Comedy Skits and Barbershop Singing SAT., APRIL 6 Seaforth Community Centres Shows at 1:59 and 7:59 Matinee *6.00 Evening *8.00 Students *3.00 For Tickets Call 887-6314 ©