Harvey Show Program

Mary Chase

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Set Design Costume Design Lighting Design Sound Design Stage Manager Apprentice Stage Manager

Julie McIsaac Brian Ball Michelle Lieffertz Nicole Lamb Matthew MacDonald-Bain Jessica McLeod Tessa Gunn

Jay Clift Bernard Cuffling Mark DuMez Mack Gordon Kathryn Kerbes Erin Ormond Ella Simon

Setting: The library of the old Dowd family mansion, and the reception room of

Chumley’s Rest Sanitarium.

Duane Wilson / Cab Driver William R. Chumley, M.D. Elwood P. Dowd Lyman Sanderson, M.D. Betty Chumley / Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet / Judge Gaffney Veta Louise Simmons Myrtle Mae Simmons / Nurse Kelly

Intermission: There will be one 20-minute intermission.

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The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

The Chemainus Theatre Festival engages, under the terms of the Independent Theatre Agreement, professional Artists who are members of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. The Chemainus Theatre Festival acknowledges the support of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association and its members.

HARVEY is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Services, Inc., New York.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGING DIRECTOR RANDAL HUBER

Thank you for supporting arts and culture on Vancouver Island by attending today’s production of Harvey.

“An enormous amount of work goes into producing live professional theatre”

The theatre is a not for profit charity and ticket sales cover 81% of our expenses in 2015. As you’ll see below, a generous piece of the pie is made up by sponsors, donors and grants.

These folks have our deepest gratitude. If it wasn’t for this incredible group we would literally have to raise our prices 25% just to keep the doors open. Please acquaint yourself with the sponsor and donor listings at back of this program and if your name’s not there, we would love to add it!

An enormous amount of work goes into producing live professional theatre and with no anthropomorphic rabbits (Harvey reference) to assign tasks to it comes down to the sheer efforts of our dedicated and talented staff. I take this opportunity to shine the light on all the behind the scenes staff that you may not meet during your Chemainus Theatre Experience. They too are listed in this program and their contributions are enormous and essential. To those staff whose love of live theatre makes this possible; technicians, hospitality, marketing, development, box office, patron service, facilities, administration …..Thank you. The show only goes on because of you.

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MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR MARK DUMEZ

A sweeping statement: Science often discounts mystery.

The quest for knowledge might sweep the jester off the stage, clean up the fool and try to cleverly eradicate, through measure, fact and study, the place of the trickster. Some think the more we know – the more we know. Others are of the mind that the more we know, the more there is to discover. And in this dance of knowing and not knowing, we might be mindful to keep the jester at the party.

“the more we know the more there is to discover”

Enigma, myth, the profound mystery – the wise recognize at some point that we are not as big as we think we are. The trickster, in many cultures, helps to illuminate this child-like understanding. And so, we welcome Harvey. Like Shakespeare’s Puck – he is a Pooka. And, in being a thing unseen for some and seen for others, examines our faith in what is beyond the regular senses. Perhaps he is a mask for a drinking problem, perhaps a debilitating mental illness, or, in another reading of his antics, a bearer of light and levity into Elwood’s once dreary life – enabling him to be present with all. If the latter, wouldn’t you like to meet him? It’s been a thrill to tread the boards again – enjoy the show!

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Harvey is going to keep you guessing – give you some big ideas to think about, and spark your imagination. Most of all, “Harvey” (the character and the play) is going to entertain you.

Our third production of 2016 contains all the surprise, inspiration, and humour that our audiences applaud. Although, crafting such a clever and heart-felt story was not a simple task for Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mary Chase (American journalist, playwright and children’s novelist). Written to cheer people during the Second World War, the play took more than two years, and numerous revisions, to complete. Fortunately, Chase’s time and effort was well spent.

Harvey opened on November 1, 1944, and was a smash hit! With a four and a half year run, it became the sixth longest-running play on Broadway (at the time), with 1,775 acclaimed performances. In the decades since, the comedy of errors has found fans throughout North America and Europe, seen multiple revivals, and was adapted for film.

What makes Harvey such a timeless tale? Amid the slapstick of what has been called a “live-action cartoon”, and the earnest monologues, are two universal questions: What does it mean to be normal – and, is it better to be average?

At the Chemainus Theatre Festival, we are excited to pose and ponder these questions along with you.

Our fantastic artistic and production teams will guide us through the zany world of the always-amiable Elwood and his frolicking best friend Harvey – the invisible six-foot tall “pooka” (a mythical rabbit). As we find out who wishes to extinguish their special connection (for fear the delusion will embroil them all), we’ll answer once and for all whether the world needs more “normal” people, or more “Harveys”.

“What does it mean to be normal... is it better to be average?”

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DIRECTOR’S NOTES JULIE MCISAAC

“all the magic that is possible”

I had two imaginary friends growing up: Lulu and Jyson. Turns out my older sister had a couple as well: Teeman and Coca.

Naturally, when my little brother came along, I assumed he would introduce us to his invisible pals. I waited. He grew.

Started talking. But never mentioned his imaginary friends.

Because – shocking! – little bro didn’t have any. No lack of imagination on his part; that boy has always been very good (scarily good...) at talking himself out of sticky situations. But when I asked him what his friends’ names were, he had no idea what I was talking about.

Wanting to fix what to me seemed desperately broken, I quickly bestowed three upon him: Ketchup, Mustard and Relish. But despite their great names, he wasn’t interested. He couldn’t see them, he said.

As an adult, I realize now: he had no need of them. For whatever reason – possibly my sister and I provided ample entertainment? – my brother was always perfectly at ease with the (visible) world as it was.

I’ve always felt a little sorry for him, though.

May Harvey remind you of all the magic that is possible between people, both visible and invisible.

JULIE MCISAAC Director Julie is a director, playwright and performer, recently returned from the UK where she earned her Master’s degree from the University of York. She is a three-time Jessie nominee, was an apprentice at CTF in 2005-2006, and directed the holiday hit Countryside Christmas (2011). Her play The Out Vigil recently premiered in Vancouver, and was featured in the 2015 New American Voices Festival in London’s West End.

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BRIAN BALL Set Designer Brian Ball is a BC based Artist and Designer. Born in Newfoundland, he completed his BFA in Visual Arts at Memorial University where he also fell in love with the world of Theatre. After completing his MFA in Theatre design at UVIC(Victoria), he moved to Vancouver to work in both Theatre and Film.

JAY CLIFT Duane Wilson / Cab Driver Jay is a Vancouver based theatre artist, born and raised in the Okanagan, he has called Vancouver home for the past eight years. Recent theatrical credits include: Sgt. Trotter in The Mousetrap (Chemainus Theatre Festival), Nick in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (Citadel Theatre) and the role of David in his theatre company’s inaugural production The Four of Us (The Common Era). Jay is a graduate of Studio 58.

BERNARD CUFFLING William R. Chumley, M.D. Some past productions: Bernard has been in or directed for Chemainus Theatre Festival are: Jeeves Intervenes, Jeeves in Bloom, Dracula (Director), Woman in Black (Actor & Director), and An Inspector Calls. Bernard is a recipient of the Jessie Richardson Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre and a Sam Payne Award for his theatre and TV work. He is also a member of the B.C. Walk of Fame.

MARK DUMEZ Elwood P. Dowd Mark is Artistic Director at Chemainus Theatre, where favourite shows include Murder on the Nile, Enchanted April, A Streetcar Named Desire, Mass Appeal, Animal Tales and the role of Prince Edward in Queen Milli of Galt. He had performed at Pacific Theatre, Kentucky Shakespeare Festival, Theatre X and Firststage and has created new work including one person shows, You Are Mine and Finding Centre. He also works as a theatre director and is very pleased to be a part the acting ensemble in this show with such a fine company of artists.

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MACK GORDON Lyman Sanderson, M.D. Mack is excited to make his return to Chemainus. Previous credits include Strindberg’s Easter and The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. Mack graduated from UVic and lives in Vancouver, BC. Favourite credits: The Foreigner (Arts Club/ Pacific), Cat in The Hat (Carousel), Robin Hood, Rocky Horror (Project X), Mary’s Wedding (shoreline), Vimy (Firehall), and Wired (Green Thumb). Check out www.mackgordontheatre.com and follow @mackgord.

TESSA GUNN Apprentice Stage Manager Tessa is excited to be making her Chemainus debut on this production of Harvey. Her past Equity Apprentice Stage Managing experience includes It’s A Wonderful Life, In the Heights, Spamalot! (Arts Club Theatre Company), Hamlet, Twelfth Night (Bard on the Beach), and Go, Dog. Go! (Carousel Theatre for Young Audiences). Tessa trained for Technical Theatre at Capilano University. She hopes you enjoy the show!

KATHRYN KERBES Betty Chumley / Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet /

Judge Gaffney

For CTF: Anything Goes, Murder on the Nile, Mr. Pim Passes By. Recent: Shakespeare’s Dog, The Penelopiad, Wizard of Oz (ATP), A Christmas Carol, Enron (TC), A Joyful Noise (TNW), Deathtrap, Lend Me a Tenor, Shear Madness (Stage West), Snake in the Grass, Spider’s Web, Dangerous Corner (Vertigo), Book Club (Lunchbox Theatre). Kathryn is a recipient of the Harry & Martha Cohen Award for significant and sustained contribution to theatre in Calgary.

NICOLE LAMB Lighting Designer Nicole is the Production Manager at Chemainus Theatre and is happy to put on a different hat for Harvey. Past design credits at CTF include: Grace & Glorie, James & the Giant Peach, Munschercise.

Prior to her becoming PM, stage management credits included: Joseph & the Technicolor Dreamcoat, Countryside Christmas, Ah, Wilderness! (CTF); Cranked, 500 Words (Green Thumb Theatre), Shout Sister, Having Hope at Home (Globe Theatre).

Nicole holds a BFA from the University of Victoria, with a double major in theatre and writing.

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MICHELLE LIEFFERTZ Costume Designer Michelle is delighted to be back, with this marvellous team, helping to tell this charming tale! Previous designs at CTF include Jeeves in Bloom plus many KidzPlay adventures.

When not acting, designing, or teaching, Michelle is to be found on the streets of Barkerville as an Historical Interpreter.

She is grateful to her husband and daughters for their patience & support, and the blazing colour they bring to her life! SDG.

MATTHEW MACDONALD-BAIN Sound Designer Matthew, a graduate of Studio 58’s Acting Program, is a Vancouver based Actor/Sound Designer. He was in Chemainus this past summer with James & the Giant Peach. Other credits include Bug (Hardline), the Jessie nominated The Competition Is Fierce (Itsazoo), and the Jessie Award winning Of Mice and Men (Hardline) which won Best Sound Design. More recent work this year includes The Fighting Season (BleedingHeartTheatre) and Bright Blue Future (Hardline).

JESSICA MCLEOD Stage Manager Jessica is thrilled to be back in Chemainus! Select credits include The Valley, The Rez Sisters (Belfry Theatre), Confessions of a Paperboy, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story (Chemainus Theatre Festival). Jessica is a graduate of the University of Victoria and has worked with theatre companies from BC to Saskatchewan. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, she spends her time outside the theatre making gin at Ampersand Distilling Company.

ERIN ORMOND Veta Louise Simmons Erin returns to the Chemainus stage after her last appearance as Gloria in Grace and Glorie. Other favourite CTF performances include M’Lynn in Steel Magnolias, Kate in the The Miracle Worker, and Rose in Enchanted April. In addition to acting, she has taught Voice and Speech in Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria and at the Canadian National Voice Intensive. Erin is a graduate from York University’s MFA (Acting) program.

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ELLA SIMON Myrtle Mae Simmons / Nurse Kelly Ella is simply cuckoo to be back in Chemainus again and a part of this fantastic play! Select theatre credits: 4000 Miles, The Importance of Being Earnest (Arts Club), It Could Be Any One Of Us (Vertigo Theatre), Jeeves in Bloom, Scapin (CTF), The Lieutenant of Inishmore (Ground Zero Theatre). She enjoys surfing, hiking, and playing ukulele. Up next: Ella will be coming back to CTF for Hilda’s Yard in the autumn. More at: www.ellasimon.ca

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This summer, everybody’s going… Footloose!

Something is tormenting the righteous Reverend Moore. His peaceful little town is being infiltrated by that “dangerous” rock-and-roll music, and something must be done. To protect citizens from the consequences, he declares a ban on dancing! And it seems to be working well – until big city teenager Ren arrives and the young people begin to rally.

The flashy dance tunes and live rock music of Broadway’s Footloose take centre stage from June 10 to August 27, 2016. Come kick off your shoes!

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