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Audition Notice – “Pinocchio” by Vic Hyde

AUDITION NOTICE
Pinocchio, by Vic Hyde (adapted by Kathy Hyde-Nagel)
Directed by Tyler Collins / Produced by Valerie King and Evelyn Principato

Our annual holiday show is a one-hour, all ages production. This new version of the show follows a band of actors bringing the story to life at an Italian carnival, including music, dancing, corny jokes, and lots of audience participation. It’s a modern twist on the classic tale and the perfect way to introduce the young (and young at heart) to the magic of live theatre.

CAST REQUIRED
*must be 16+ to audition

Pinocchio: The wandering, wooden hero, (Any gender, age 16-24)
Fox: A crafty canine who follows the hero, (Any gender, age 20+)
Cat: A felonious feline with a heart of gold, (Any gender, age 20+)
Narrator/Puppet Master: The ringmaster of an acting troupe, (Any gender, age 30+)
Geppetto: Pinocchio’s kind-hearted father, (Male, age 50+)
Blue Fairy: Good fairy, looking out for Pinocchio, (Female, age 25-40)
Alfonso and Alfredo: Two actors; clumsy, physical jokers, (Any gender, ages 16-35)
Marietta: A young girl and Pinocchio’s friend, (Female, age 16-24)
BEN: A villainous rogue, (Male, age 40+)

OPEN AUDITION DATES & TIMES
Tuesday June 24th, 7 pm to 10 pm & Wednesday June 25th, 7 pm to 10 pm
Callback’s (if needed), Sunday June 29th, 1pm to 3pm

All auditions are in 15min slots and will consist of cold readings from the script. For all parts, improv skills and ability to play an instrument are an asset. (Advance scripts not available.) Advance booking suggested, but walk-ins will be seen as available.

AUDITION LOCATION
Theatre Burlington Drama Centre
2311 New Street, Burlington Ontario, Canada, L7P 3N9
(Enter through Stage door at back of building)

SHOW DATES
Three Weekends: November 29, 30, December 6, 13, 14.
**All shows are afternoons, with 2 performances per day.

Theatre Burlington is committed to promoting diversity in all aspects of our organization. We encourage actors of all ages, ethnicities, genders and sexual identity to audition.

To book an audition OR for more info, please contact the production team through the following e-mail address:

Theatre Burlington 2025-26 Season

THEATRE BURLINGTON ANNOUNCES 2025-26 SEASON

For the second year in a row, Theatre Burlington is proud to present an all-Canadian playbill for the 2025-26 season.


We kick off the season with “The Birds and the Bees” by Mark Crawford.

Newly divorced Sarah has moved back home to live with her mom, Gail. But Gail has other things on her mind; why do her honeybees keep dying, what’s the deal with her flirtatious neighbour Earl, and what’s the secret that Ben, the hunky Masters student, is hiding. This comedy examines all types of relationships and will leave you with a full heart.

October 17, 18, 24, 25. 31 and November 1.
(October 18, 25 and November 1 include a matinee)


The annual holiday show for children is “Pinocchio” adapted by local playwright, the late Vic Hyde.
This one-hour production, in the style of an English pantomime, includes music, dancing, corny jokes, and lots of audience participation. It’s a modern twist on the classic tale and the perfect way to introduce the young (and young at heart) to the magic of live theatre.

November 29, 30 and December 6, 13, 14
(two shows per day)


Our winter show is “Mary’s Wedding” by Stephen Massicotte.
Set against the backdrop of the first World War, Mary and Charlie embody a love that rings sweetly and true. But world events have little consideration for them, and Charlie is shipped out leaving Mary alone. This entrancing drama, tells the story of two lovers caught in events beyond their control, as seen through their memories and dreams.

February 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 22, 27 and 28.
(February 15, 22, 28 include a matinee)


We close out the season with “Hurry Hard” by Kristen Da Silva.
When Bill and Sandy’s marriage splits up, so does their curling team. A hotly contested regional bonspiel brings them back together reigniting passions both on-and-off the ice. This laugh out loud play about friendship and finding new love, was named the best new comedy in Canada in 2019.

April 17, 18, 24, 25 and May 1. 2.
(April 18, 25 and May 2 include a matinee)


Theatre Burlington is also pleased to present “Playtime”, our annual 10-minute play festival. Come and enjoy several short plays written, directed and acted by local artists.

May 29, 30 and June 5, 6
(May 30 and June 6 include a matinee)


Why not become a season ticket holder?  Seasons tickets are available now at TheatreBurlington.on.ca or by calling the box office at 905-639-7700.

Individual tickets for these shows will go on sale August 1st, 2025. All main stage shows are $31 ($27 for seniors). Kid show tickets are $15.

Theatre Burlington is located on Teen Tour Way, behind the Central Park band shell and beside Central Library.

Play Time 2 – A Short Play Festival

Theatre Burlington is proud to present our second annual short play festival.

Come and enjoy short plays (approximately 10 minutes each), written, directed and acted by local playwrights, directors and actors.  The topics of the plays run the gamut from humour to drama, and maybe, even a little farce.

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Dates:
Friday, June 13, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday, June 14, 2025 @ 2:00 PM (Matinée show)
Saturday, June 14, 2025 @ 7:00 PM

Friday, June 20, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday, June 21, 2025 @ 2:00 PM (Matinée show)
Saturday, June 21, 2025 @ 7:00 PM

All tickets $15.00

Curtain: Evening shows at 7:00 PM / matinées at 2:00 PM

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SHOW LINEUP
June 13/14

The Interview, by Heather Kirk
Pregamers, by Kyla Dowling
Insight, by David Mouti
The Project, by Kate Racheter
= 15-minute intermission =
At The Cottage, by Valerie King
Tricky Ransom, by Cynthia Dempster
Charity, by Julia Kollek
Looking For Kitty, by Maryjane Cruise
20 minute Q&A after performances

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June 20/21

The Mother Ship, by Michael Brown
She’s Fine, by Karen Lee-Boulton
On The Go, by Tony Corrie
Prognosis, by John Lawrence Reynolds
15-minute intermission
The Great Deception, by Wendy Oughtred
That Guy, by Kyla McCall
The Encounter, by Caroline Way
Interrogation Room, by Glen Benison
20 minute Q&A after performances

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Children’s Play – Santa the Panto

By Diana Kimpton (adapted by Julie Donoahue and Kathy Hyde-Nagel)

Directed by Julie Donahue
Produced by Kathy Hyde-Nagel

Join us this festive season for our annual holiday show for the young and young at heart. A perfect introduction to live theatre for children.

Beatrix the Bad hates Christmas and will stop at nothing to prevent it from happening, including kidnapping Santa.  It’s up to Mrs. Claus, Barbie, Ken and the “Elf on a Shelf” to rescue Santa and save Christmas. The perfect show to introduce children to the magic of live theatre.

Our children’s production are designed for the little ones to experience live theatre in an up close, friendly theatre setting using colourful costumes, sets and lighting. The children usually sit up front on mats while caregivers use the regular chairs.

A portion of proceeds from every ticket sold will be donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada.  To make a donation, click the QR code or visit:

http://changemakers.crowdchange.ca

Dates:
Saturday, November 16, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Saturday, November 16, 2024 @ 3:30 PM
Sunday, November 17, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Sunday, November 17, 2024 @ 3:30 PM
Friday, November 22, 2024 @ 7:30 PM (Evening show)
Saturday, November 23, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Saturday, November 23, 2024 @ 3:30 PM – SOLD OUT!
Sunday, November 24, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Sunday, November 24, 2024 @ 3:30 PM
Saturday, November 30, 2024 @ 1:30 PM
Saturday, November 30, 2024 @ 3:30 PM

Curtain: Friday shows at 7:30 pm / matinées at 1:30 & 3:30

All tickets are $15 – general admission

Online tickets available starting August 1, 2024.
Contact our box office for seasons tickets.

Cash payment and ticket pickup available at the door.

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TIMEPIECE

By Kico Gonzalez-Risso
Directed by Maureen Dwyer
Produced by Mark Collis

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Adults: $30
Seniors: $27

As the clock ticks down in the kitchen, the kids want to plan for the future, Mom wants a smooth transition into old age, and Dad doesn’t understand what all the fuss is about. This dark comedy explores the parent/child relationship and the changing family dynamic.

Dates:
Friday, February 7, 2025 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 8, 2025 @ 8:00 PM
Sunday, February 9, 2025 @ 2:00 PM (Matinée show)
Friday, February 14, 2025 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 15, 2025 @ 8:00 PM
Sunday, February 16, 2025 @ 2:00 PM (Matinée show) CANCELLED
Friday, February 21, 2025 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 22, 2025 @ 2:00 PM – NEW SHOW ADDED
Saturday, February 22, 2025 @ 8:00 PM

Curtain: Evening shows at 8:00 PM / matinées at 2:00 PM
Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain

Contact our box office for seasons tickets.
Cash payment and ticket pickup available at the door.

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Adults: $30
Seniors: $27

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Western Ontario Drama League (WODL) festival (May 17-18)

 

Theatre Burlington’s ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf’ wins WODL award

The production won the award for outstanding production as well as outstanding ensemble

The accolades continue to roll in for Theatre Burlington’s critically acclaimed production of Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf.

At the recent Western Ontario Drama League (WODL) festival (May 17-18), celebrating the best in community theatre, Virginia Woolf won the award for outstanding production as well as outstanding ensemble.

Kelly Kimpton won the award for best lead actor, while Deb Dagenais won for outstanding direction by a first time director.

On the technical side, Virginia Woolf was nominated for best costumes (Barb Pollard), best set design (Michelle Spanik) and outstanding lighting design (Tricia Ward). In addition, Mark Collis and John Spanik were nominated for an award of merit behind the scenes, for their design and build of a prop “umbrella gun”.

WODL supports community theatre groups stretching from Burlington west to Sarnia and north to Tobermory.

Theatre Burlington has been presenting award-winning productions, including three main stage shows and an annual holiday show for children, for more than 70 years. The Drama Centre is located on Teen Tour Way, behind the Central Park bandshell and beside Central Library.

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Executive Board 2024-2025

Theatre Burlington Executive

 

Chair/President William Armstrong
Vice President Julie Donoahue
Secretary Ashley Swerdon
Treasurer Liz Boydell
Business Administrator Neil Palmer
Member at Large Valerie King
Member at Large Kathy Hyde-Nagel
Member at Large Chuck Learn

Department Heads

Box Office
(Inquiries only. Purchase tickets
online
or by phone only)
Evelyn Principato
Volunteer Coordinator
Moe Dwyer
Communications Julie Donoahue
Production Coordinator Valerie King
Advertising & Promotion Liz Boydell
Publicity Kathy Hyde-Nagel
Social Media Ashley Swerdon
Membership Liz Boydell
Play Reading Chair
Michelle Spanik
Facilities
Chuck Learn
Webmaster
Julie Donoahue

 

Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack & The Beanstalk – Show Cancellations

The following performances have been cancelled due to illness.

  • Saturday November 18, 2023 @ 1:30 PM – CANCELLED
  • Saturday November 18, 2023 @ 3:30 PM – CANCELLED
  • Sunday November 19, 2023 @ 1:30 PM – CANCELLED
  • Sunday November 19, 2023 @ 3:30 PM – CANCELLED

Our box office manager will be contacting ticket holders to re-book tickets or issue refunds to any cancelled shows.

Theatre Burlington thanks you for your patience and understanding.

Remember Maggy-Spring 2023

Remember, Maggy?

By Canadian playwrights, Matt Murray and Carol Anne Murray

Directed by Jerrold Karch
Produced by Peter Jonasson / Michelle Spanik

“Remember, Maggy?” follows two polar opposite sisters in their 40’s and the journey of their complex and often hilarious relationship over the span of five years.

Kate, a widowed housewife and Maggy, a pill-popping/alcoholic actress, battle to stay connected while dealing with the progression of their sharp-tongued Irish mother’s Alzheimer’s; together with a family secret which, if revealed, threatens to destroy their already fragile relationship.

Dates:
April 14, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
April 15, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
April 21, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
April 22, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
April 28, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
April 29, 2023 @ 8:00 PM

Curtain: All shows at 8:00 PM

Please note this play contains strong language

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Cash payment and ticket pickup available at the door.

Masks are strongly advised for all people attending to help protect fellow patrons, cast and crew. 

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