2014 SEASON Mark DuMez Artistic Director
The kind of season we dream about is here! Wake me up – are you kidding – we get to produce Les Misérables, Buddy Holly and the Canadian premier of a hit production, Sherlock
Holmes – in the same season?! Add to it more drama, intrigue, thought provoking debate, romping comedy and music that invigorates – it’s a feast of delights for the cultural connoisseur. Dig in and enjoy yourself! In our exquisite seaside setting, we enjoy stellar performances in an exciting and intimate environment, intricate and evocative designs and theatre to explore and nourish the human spirit. We invite you to join us by the ocean for a meal at the Playbill, take a stroll through the Gallery Gift Shop and this enchanting, vibrant and eclectic town – and then settle into your seat and enjoy the thrill of living, breathing story, drama and song! Mark DuMez Artistic Director
Mark DuMez, Artistic Director Randy Huber, Managing Director
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Written by
Alan Janes
Featuring
Zachary Stevenson
Rock ‘n Roll Musical Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper, Hipockets Duncan and Buddy Holly are all returning to the stage for the show that played to 40 plus sold out performances last year. Featuring over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including Peggy Sue, That'll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Not Fade Away. A blockbuster you won't want to miss. “It sends people out of the theatre on an unstoppable high… sensational.” The Boston Globe
February 11 - March 8 www.buddythemusical.com Photo: Zachary Stevenson
Adapted by
Margaret Raether From the stories by
P.G. Wodehouse
Comic Adventure The peaceful English countryside will never be the same after Bertie Wooster and his unflappable valet, Jeeves, pay a visit. The stakes are high as romantic entanglement, hilarious escapades and begrudging burglary come together and only Jeeves can save the day! “...about as delightful a respite as one could hope for...one knows everything will work out, because Jeeves knows best.� Chicago Tribune
March 21 - April 26 Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts Inc. www.playscripts.com Photo: Brian Leadbetter, Jessie Martyn
By
John Murrell
Dramatic Comedy Poignant, funny and enduring – This inspiring story brings to life five distinctive women whose lives are affected by WWII. This bittersweet tale shows the grit and determination needed to keep the home fires burning till at last – “we made it!” they cry. “An honest play that captures…ordinary hopes and despairs.” The London Guardian
May 9 - June 1 “Waiting for the Parade” is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Photo: Samantha Currie, Erin Ormond, Norma Bowen
Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents A new production of
BOUBLIL and SCHÖNBERG’s
Epic Musical This musical phenomenon sweeps its audience through an epic tale of passion and destruction in 19th century France. Discover a nation in the grip of revolution as convict Jean Valjean, on the run and in a fight for his life, sacrifices everything to protect the people he loves. Fight. Dream. Hope. Love. “Thrilling, Spectacular, Unforgettable ”
The New York Times
June 20 - September 7 Les Misérables is licensed by Music Theatre International (MTI) By arrangement with CAMERON MACKINTOSH LTD.
By
Joe DiPietro
Family Comedy Meet Nick – a single Italian-American from New Jersey – and both sets of his meddling grandparents over a series of Sunday dinners, as they try to sort out his love life and their destiny through pasta and wise-cracks. This heartwarming and hilarious family comedy plays with old world values, new family traditions and the differences between the generations. Tengo famiglia! “Loaded with laughs every step of the way. ”
October 3 - November 8 Photo: Margaret Martin, Ian Harmon, Norma Dirom
Star-Ledger
By
John Longenbaugh
Holiday Mystery After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve, uncovering clues from the detective’s past, present and future. Can they save Holmes and his world from a devastating conclusion all in one night? The Canadian premiere of an instant classic filled with mystery, intrigue and song for the entire family. “You won’t want to miss this cheery, insightful and hilarious journey with some of literature’s best. ”
November 21 - December 22 Photo: Ryan Hollett, Leon Willey
Meredith Pechta, Examiner.com
CHEMAINUS THEATRE FESTIVAL 2014 SEASON SPONSORS LEAD SPONSORS DUNCAN IRON WORKS
CO-SPONSORS
SUPPORTING ROLE SPONSORS
MEDIA SPONSORS
GOVERNMENT AND FOUNDATIONS
Munsch -ercise Based on the stories by
By
Robert Munsch
Mark St.Germain
Lively Debate
KidzPlay 2014
Centered on legendary psychoanalyst Dr. Sigmund Freud, who invites the rising academic star C.S. Lewis to his home in London. This profound and deeply touching play is about two men who boldly address the greatest questions of our time.
Don’t stop believing that girls just wanna have fun as the Paperbag Princess, and other favourite Robert Munsch stories go through the eye of the tiger that will hit you with its best shot in this straight-up fusion of fun, kid health and story. Play along, sing along and enjoy this wacky world where we will celebrate good times.
“A gem! Intellectually thrilling with both humor and insight in abundance! ” NY1 “Freud’s Last Session is a theatrical and intellectual delight. ” Huffington Post
Visit our website for complete information on our festivals, workshops, education opportunities, dates and details. chemainustheatre.ca
August 20 - 30
July 19 - August 16
Illustration by Dean Griffiths
Drawing from The Paper Bag Princess by Michael Martchenko
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DINNER THEATRE PACKAGES A show-themed buffet in our newly renovated Playbill Dining Room (to be completed in January 2014) complete with live music, offers a delectable start to every performance. THEATRE GETAWAY PACKAGES Turn your visit into a great theatre escape. Includes tickets to the show, dinner reservations in the Playbill Dining Room, and accommodations in the suite-style Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn featuring a hearty, complimentary hot breakfast buffet and access to the indoor pool and fitness facility. Chemainus hospitality awaits you in any of our local bed and breakfast accommodations, lodges, guest houses, inns, motels, campgrounds and RV camps. The accommodations vary with surrounding beauty and scenery from downtown, waterfront, ocean view and country settings. Choose the accommodations that meet your needs. Visit our website for a listing of local accommodations. DONATE – BECOME A SUPER PATRON Donate $100 with your season ticket package and become a Super Patron! Join the inner circle of Theatre Supporters and receive a Buddy Holly show poster signed by Zachary Stevenson. Plus, Super Patrons who book into selected Gala Opening Nights are automatically invited to attend the post-show opening night function, your exclusive chance to mix and mingle with the cast and crew in a relaxed environment. Charitable Tax Number BN#140012428RR0001
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Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story Written by Alan Janes
February 11 - March 8
Jeeves In Bloom Adapted by Margaret Raether From the stories of P.G. Wodehouse
March 21 - April 26
Waiting for the Parade By John Murrell
May 9 - June 1
Les Misérables A new production of BOUBLIL and SCHÖNBERG’s
June 20 - September 7
Over the River and Through the Woods By Joe DiPietro
October 3 - November 8
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol By John Longenbaugh
November 21 - December 22
2014 SEASON Live Professional Theatre The Playbill Dining Room The Gallery Gift Shop Single Tickets on sale December 1, 2013
Tickets 250.246.9820 1.800.565.7738 chemainustheatre.ca Chemainus Theatre Festival 9737 Chemainus Road Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0 info@chemainustheatre.ca David Cooper Photography JA Glen Design