Lakeside Little Theatre

Season 56

LLT's PLAYHOUSE evolved with the times as the COVID-19 pandemic has played havoc with the entertainment industry in general, and Lakeside Little Theatre's offerings specifically.

Newly introduced this Season was Ajijic Readers Theatre (ART) at LLT. ART shows were offered approximately once a month, providing broad opportunities for actors, directors and support staff.
We also presented occasional Special Events such as our Christmas Concert, and an original, socially distanced play by Hy Conrad, Quarantine for Two.
National Theatre Live screenings were not available during this period.

While COVID-19 restrictions are in place, we provided a safe environment by rehearsing and staging on the open-air Angel Terrace with seating for approximately 40 individuals while maintaining a minimum of 6 feet social distancing. Review our COVID-19 Protocols.

SKYLIGHT by David Hare, directed by Collette Clavadetscher

April 23 - 25, 2021

4:00 pm, outside on the Angel Terrace

This amateur production of “Skylight” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

On a bitterly cold London evening, schoolteacher Kyra Hollis receives an unexpected visit from her former lover, Tom Sergeant, a successful and charismatic restaurateur whose wife has recently died. As the evening progresses, the two attempt to rekindle their once passionate relationship, only to find themselves locked in a dangerous battle of opposing ideologies and mutual desires.

Enrique, Tina, Dave

Tom Sergeant ...

Kyra Hollis ...

Edward Sergeant ...

Dave McIntosh

Tina Dawn Leonard

Enrique Nedar

QUARANTINE FOR TWO An original play by Hy Conrad, directed by Peter King.

All shows outside on the Angel Terrace

Quarantine for Two is presented with the kind permission of the playwright, Hy Conrad.

After months of quarantine, recently retired Oscar and his wife Ruth are driving each other nuts, and are ready to kill each other. A chance encounter with a stranger turns their world upside down and someone is likely to end up dead!

This play couldn't be better suited to the times we live in! Three actors are live on the stage area specifically created for this play on the Angel Terrace. Two more are projected on a large screen, and 6 more participate via Zoom! This dark comedy combines many elements to which we can so easily relate, and will be welcome entertainment in our socially distanced environment.

Peter, Monnie, Brian

On Stage:

Oscar Ebersol ...

Ruth Ebersol ...

Marty ...

Projection Screen:

Robin Ebersol ...

Store Clerk ...

Zoom Party:

Betty ...

Larry ...

Carmen ...

Chuck ...

Jorge ...

Jessica ...

Peter King

Monnie King

Brian Fuqua

Johanna Labadie

Gabriel Casillas

Donna Burroughs

Randy Warren

Araceli Kopiloff

Brian Mattes

Carlos Rodriguez

JeanMarie Harmon

IT'S MY PARTY (AND I'LL DIE IF I WANT TO) by Elizabeth Coleman, directed by Liz O'Neill.

March 12, 13, 14, 2021

4:00 pm, outside on the Angel Terrace

Presented by arrangement with THE CAMERSON CRESWELL AGENCY PTY LTD.

A dark comedy where Ron Patterson gathers his dysfunctional family round him to let them know that three months ago he had been given three months to live, and he has 111 minutes to go. He has lots of finger food, and a strict schedule of events to neatly tie up all loose ends. What could possibly go wrong?

Graham, Collette, Marsha, Mark, Lynn, Mark

Ron (Dad) ...

Michael (Son) ...

Debbie (Daughter) ...

Karen (Daughter) ...

Dawn (Mum) ...

Ted Wilkins (Undertaker)

Mark Heaton

Mark Donaldson

Lynn Gutstadt

Collette Clavadetscher

Marsha Heaton

Graham Miller

LUNENBURG by Norm Foster, directed by Georgette Richmond.

November 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 2020

4:00 pm, outside on the Angel Terrace

Lunenburg has all the laughs of Foster’s best, served up with an extra helping of character and heart.

Staged by arrangement with Pam Winter, CGA ggagency.ca

Recently widowed, American Iris Oulette has traveled to Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, with her best friend Natalie because she has discovered she has inherited her husband’s house there, one she knew nothing about. What follows is a series of twists and turns, love and laughter... and a winsome neighbor named Charlie.

"With lots of laughs, warmth, and relatable characters, Lunenburg is a smart and subtle comedy that is sure to please." - Port Hawkesbury Reporter

Darlene, Brian, Tina

Iris ...
Natalie ...
Charlie ...

Darlene Sherwood

Tina Dawn Leonard

Brian Fuqua

MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS by Ron Hutchinson, directed by Suki O'Brien.

October 16, 17, 18, 2020

4:00 pm, outside on the Angel Terrace

A hilarious farce!

Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., NY

Inspired by actual events, Ron Hutchinson's hilarious comedy tells the behind-the-scenes story of the making of Gone with the Wind.

It’s 1939 and legendary producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of his new epic, Gone with the Wind, because the script doesn’t work. The all-powerful movie mogul summons famed screenwriter Ben Hecht and formidable director Victor Fleming to his office to rewrite the script. The door is locked, and five madcap days ensue.

Rear: Peter, Mark, Fred Front: Randy, Rosann

David O. Selznick ...
Ben Hecht ...
Victor Flemming ...
Miss Poppenghul ...
Narrator/Voices ...

Randy Warren
Peter Luciano
Fred Koesling
Rosann Balbontin
Mark Donaldson

Lakeside Little Theatre's first ART production WOMEN IN JEOPARDY by Wendy MacLeod, directed by Collette Clavadetscher.

September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 2020

4:00 pm, outside on the Angel Terrace

A fun and flirtatious comedy! Screw the mid-life crisis; let’s solve some crimes!

Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., NY

Trading their wine glasses for spy glasses, imaginations run wild as a cohort of best friends try to discover the truth and solve crimes in a hilarious off-road adventure. Perfect for when the mid-life crisis just isn’t your speed!

“The laughs in Wendy MacLeod’s play come fast and furious … a new work that’s modern, lively, and loads of fun.” – Boston Globe

Here are the cast members for each weekend's play - congratulations to all! * signifies actors who are first-time LLT performers.

4:00 pm September 11, 12, 13, 2020