February 2008 Four Play Plays Announced! 

Les Belles Soeurs by Michel Tremblay

15 F

Spend an exhilarating evening with 15 outspoken, volatile but authentic women in 1960's Montreal.  Language may offend some.

Conversations With Teddy by Stuart Pearce

1M 1F

An older couple reflect on life and love on the day of a friend's funeral. Gentle and insightful comedy.

Fire Red Blood by Teresa Brown

6M 2F

This realistic drama follows a year in the life of a small town Ontario volunteer fire brigade, seen through the eyes of a rookie. 

The Marriage Proposal by Anton Chekhov

2M 1F

&

Fumed Oak by NoelCoward

1M 3F

A double bill of classic comedy. 

A big thank-you to everyone for their suggestions and especially to all the talented individuals who submitted original plays. It has been a very interesting 5 month read for the committee.

WELCOME to Louise Macdonald who has come on board as overseer/producer of this event. She will be assisted by Shirley Crossley and board liason Dave Head. We are now looking to establish directors. We have quite a few names on the list of volunteer readers and are looking to add a few more names before the shows can be cast. We'll also need a stage manager of some kind- to run the lights and tell everyone when to start! If you are interested in taking part in any capacity please call the Box Office at (705)458-4432 or write Louise at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  

"Four Play" is a showcase of play readings intended to offer new and unique opportunities to our members and audience alike.  Not only are we looking to attract new writers but, we're hoping to attract first time or entry level actors, directors and a producer, or team of producers, too!  What a terrific way to "wet your feet" at the South Simcoe Theatre!

What exactly is the "Four Play Showcase of Play Readings"?

For three consecutive evenings and one afternoon in June of 2008 (June 5 - 8) we will present a lightly rehearsed "reading" of a different full length play or two one-act plays with the actors sitting in chairs and "reading" the script to us, the audience, much like one might see/hear at the first day of rehearsal.

We're hoping to offer a broad selection of play material that we might not otherwise be able to offer due to subject matter, limited audience appeal or plays that are unpolished gems waiting to be discovered.  It promises to be an truly eclectic and memorable series of plays for everyone involved.   

I think I may have a play of interest.  How do I submit? 

If you have read a play (preferably low or non-royalty) or have written a play that you think might be appropriate for this event, please send submissions to The South Simcoe Theatre, 1 Hamilton Street, Cookstown, Ontario, c/o The Script Committee (Candy Pryce) or call the theatre office (705) 458-4432 and leave a message.

We have chosen our plays for 2008 but will be on the lookout for new works for 2009's  Four Play event from September on (deadline TBA).

If you would like your submission returned to you, please include a stamped self-addressed envelope with your submission.  If you have any more questions please feel free to call us or check back for updates to the website.

SST GLEE CLUB

not a choir!!

A new activity workshop for seasoned, wouldbe and wannabe singers. The format includes learning a Broadway Standard and a Christmas carol as chosen by our guest Music Professional. Sessions planned every 2 months.  No commitment required. So come on out: get your pipes in shape and have fun learning vocal music.

Sing, sing, sing...for the fun of it!

First session: Monday March 3, 2008 7-9pm

at South Simcoe Theatre, One Hamilton Street, Cookstown

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Ages 18+ please.

We're always looking for ways to welcome you to the South Simcoe Theatre!