Opening tomorrow night! Where You Are By Kristen Da Silva. Don’t miss this sweet production with various important themes! #donuts

In need of a laugh? Don't miss this hilarious comedy of country cottage chaos. Where You Are opens next week. Tickets: www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com or call our box office at (705) 745-4211

Where are we? In rehearsals for Where You Are of course. Start the year with this hilarious comedy full of family drama and heart. Tickets at www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com or through our box office.

Start the New Year with a shared experience of laughter! Buy 2 tickets for the price of 1 for the opening evening performances of the hilarious Where You Are. Use promo code THEATRE for performances on January 16 and 17. WHERE YOU ARE by Kristen Da Silva is both a laugh-out-loud comedy and a tender story about family, forgiveness and falling in love. Two sisters on Manitoulin Island are bonded by their quick wit, sharp tongues and love for each other. But an unexpected visitor, a jilted fiancé and hidden secrets soon bring cottage country chaos. Tickets can be purchase at https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/where-you-are or by calling our box office at (705) 745-4211.

Introducing the wildly talented Creative Team for Where You Are, written by Kristen Da Silva. You won’t want to miss this very special production opening January 16th!

We’re excited to announce the cast of Where You Are by Kristen Da Silva, coming to the Peterborough Theatre Guild. This heartfelt and humorous play explores family, connection, and second chances, brought to life by a talented ensemble of performers. We can’t wait to share this charming and relatable story with our audiences!

Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season! We cannot wait to host you in the New Year!

Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift? Our Chilly Nights, Bright Lights promo is a wonderful way to experience our final three shows of the season. Give the gift of live theatre, laughter, and cozy nights out. 🎄✨

As the lights go up around town, we’d love to see your play light up our season. For guidelines and how to submit, please email ptgplayselection@gmail.com or visit https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/direct-a-play for more details.

Hurry to see The Emperor's New Clothes before it closes on Dec. 14th. Tickets are selling fast, but good seats are still available for evening performances. This charming and hilarious musical will delight young and old. Tickets: $15 www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com or through our box office at 705-745-4211. Photography by @jordanlyallphotography

What an incredible opening weekend for the Emperor’s New Clothes! People are raving, and tickets are flying! Only a few nights left to see this magical holiday show!

The Emperor's New Clothes opens this Friday! 7 shows. $15 tickets. Dec. 5-14. Hurry to get your tickets now. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/the-emperors-new-clothes

Hear ye, hear ye! The final cast reveal is here! This group joins the company with talent, spirit, and irresistible charm. We’re thrilled to introduce them - together, they bring a wonderful spirit that makes this ensemble shine. Tickets are going fast — don’t miss out! https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/the-emperors-new-clothes

Reminder that all theatre is free, if you bring your parents. So head to the theatre (online or in person) and bring your whole family to the hilarious show The Emperor's New Clothes, running from Dec. 5 - 14. All tickets: $15

Our third cast drop is here! These performers are ready to shine, each bringing their own spark to The Emperor’s New Clothes. We’re beyond excited to have them on board — and yes, the royal lineup keeps growing!

Our second cast reveal is here! More amazing talent joining The Emperor’s New Clothes — and we’re not done yet. This group brings incredible skill and heart to the stage, and we can’t wait for you to meet them!

How crazy good is our new family holiday show “The Emperor’s New Clothes”? Our director Gerry McBride wrote the original script, music director John Austin wrote 5 original songs for it, choreographer Julie Fallis created a number of high-energy dance routines and our cast of 25 is ready to have you laughing in your seats!

We’re delighted to introduce the first members of our cast for The Emperor’s New Clothes! These talented performers are ready to bring magic to the PTG stage! This is only the beginning — even more cast announcements are on the way! Stay tuned, spread the word, and secure your seats for this royal adventure! https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/the-emperors-new-clothes

Come see our fabulous cast in The Emperor's New Clothes, the perfect family holiday musical. Dec 5-14 All tickets just $15

🎭 Peterborough Theatre Guild – Holiday Package! 🎁 Give the gift of unforgettable theatre! Enjoy 3 spectacular shows—including a dazzling musical—plus one stage reading of your choice, all for just $85. Double the magic: 2 packages for $170! Perfect for theatre lovers (including yourself!). Get Yours: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35868/store/packages

✨ The Emperor’s New Clothes – A Magical Family Adventure! ✨ Join us for a hilarious, heart-warming retelling of The Emperor’s New Clothes, written and directed by Gerry McBride. On the eve of Emperor Von Gaston Von Schmidt’s 50th birthday, two mischievous “tailors” arrive with a magnificent fabric only the wise can see… and the whole town is about to learn a timeless lesson: sometimes the smallest voices speak the biggest truths. Perfect for all ages, this lively musical production brings Andersen’s classic tale to life with fun, flair, and a touch of magic! 📅 Show Dates Dec. 5, 6m, 7m, 10, 12, 13m, 14m 7:30 p.m. evenings • Matinees (m) at 1:30 p.m. 🎟 Tickets: $15 (fees included) Creative Team: Playwright & Director – Gerry McBride Producer – Marion Griffin Stage Manager – Hayley Griffin Montgomery Choreographer – Julie Fallis Composer & Musical Director – John Austin Don’t miss this delightful holiday-season treat! Tickets Available: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/the-emperors-new-clothes

We’re excited to introduce the next talented members of The Emperor’s New Clothes creative team — the brilliant minds helping shape the magic behind the scenes. Stay tuned as we unveil our cast in the days ahead… this kingdom is filled with talent! And don’t forget to secure your seats for this mischievous, musical adventure — tickets are going fast! https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/the-emperors-new-clothes

EXTENDED! To accommodate all the interest, we have extended the audition times from 9 pm to 9:30 pm. Reserve your audition spot: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/get-involved#Auditions PLEASE NOTE: The Peterborough Theatre Guild is an inclusive and accepting organization. For this production, anyone 16 years or older is welcome to audition. AUDITION DETAILS for the Mel Brooks Musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks, Original music and choreography by Susan Stroman ADDITIONAL AUDITION TIMES Mon or Tues, Nov 24 or 25, 9pm - 9:30pm AUDITION FORMAT Please see the Peterborough Theatre Guild website under "Get Involved" SHOW DATES April 17 - May 3, 2026 CREATIVE TEAM Director: Nate Axcell Producer: Margaret Pieper Stage Manager: Tina Barnes Musical Director: Justin Hiscox CHARACTERS Dr. Frederick Frankenstein Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein. Male - Age 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 | bottom: A2 The Monster The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein. Any gender Vocal range top: Gb4 | bottom: Db3 Igor Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback. Male, any age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: B2 Inga Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania. Female, younger Vocal range top: F#5 | bottom: G3 Elizabeth Benning Frederick's boisterous fiancé. Female, younger Vocal range top: Bb5 | bottom: F#3 Frau Blücher Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein. Female, older Vocal range top: Ab4 | bottom: E3 The Hermit A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend. Any gender and age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: G2 Inspector Hans Kemp The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg. Any gender (provided vocals work), older Vocal range top: F4 | bottom: A3 Ensemble (15-20 people) Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers Any gender, any vocal range

We’re thrilled to reveal the first wave of creatives bringing The Emperor’s New Clothes to life! More announcements are coming in the next few days. Keep your eyes peeled — and get your tickets for this royal affair!

WE'VE ADDED MORE SPOTS! Due to popular demand, we've opened up more spots for this audition. Hurry to reserve your spot here: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/get-involved#Auditions AUDITIONS for the Mel Brooks Musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks, Original music and choreography by Susan Stroman AUDITION DATES Mon or Tues, Nov 24 or 25, 6pm - 9pm AUDITION FORMAT Please see the Peterborough Theatre Guild website under "Get Involved" SHOW DATES April 17 - May 3, 2026 CREATIVE TEAM Director: Nate Axcell Producer: Margaret Pieper Stage Manager: Tina Barnes Musical Director: Justin Hiscox CHARACTERS Dr. Frederick Frankenstein Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein. Male - Age 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 | bottom: A2 The Monster The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein. Any gender Vocal range top: Gb4 | bottom: Db3 Igor Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback. Male, any age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: B2 Inga Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania. Female, younger Vocal range top: F#5 | bottom: G3 Elizabeth Benning Frederick's boisterous fiancé. Female, younger Vocal range top: Bb5 | bottom: F#3 Frau Blücher Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein. Female, older Vocal range top: Ab4 | bottom: E3 The Hermit A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend. Any gender and age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: G2 Inspector Hans Kemp The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg. Any gender (provided vocals work), older Vocal range top: F4 | bottom: A3 Ensemble (15-20 people) Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers Any gender, any vocal range

AUDITIONS for the Mel Brooks Musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks, Original music and choreography by Susan Stroman AUDITION DATES Mon or Tues, Nov 24 or 25, 6pm - 9pm AUDITION FORMAT Please see the Peterborough Theatre Guild website under "Get Involved" SHOW DATES April 17 - May 3, 2026 CREATIVE TEAM Director: Nate Axcell Producer: Margaret Pieper Stage Manager: Tina Barnes Musical Director: Justin Hiscox CHARACTERS Dr. Frederick Frankenstein Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein. Male - Age 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 | bottom: A2 The Monster The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein. Any gender Vocal range top: Gb4 | bottom: Db3 Igor Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback. Male, any age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: B2 Inga Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania. Female, younger Vocal range top: F#5 | bottom: G3 Elizabeth Benning Frederick's boisterous fiancé. Female, younger Vocal range top: Bb5 | bottom: F#3 Frau Blücher Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein. Female, older Vocal range top: Ab4 | bottom: E3 The Hermit A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend. Any gender and age Vocal range top: A4 | bottom: G2 Inspector Hans Kemp The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg. Any gender (provided vocals work), older Vocal range top: F4 | bottom: A3 Ensemble (15-20 people) Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers Any gender, any vocal range RESERVE YOUR AUDITION SPOT: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/get-involved#Auditions

We are overjoyed to announce that The Emperor’s New Clothes by Gerry McBride, will reign as this season’s grand family production! On the eve of the vain Emperor Von Gaston Von Schmidt’s 50th birthday celebration, two clever swindlers arrive in town, claiming to be master tailors with a fabric so fine it can only be seen by the wise and worthy. As the emperor and his court fall under the spell of their deception, the entire town learns a timeless lesson in pride, honesty, and humility. Packed with laughter, music, and mischief, this beloved Hans Christian Andersen classic is a delightful experience for audiences of all ages. The Emperor’s New Clothes is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the smallest voices speak the biggest truths. Creative Team: Director - Gerry McBride Composer and Music Director - John Austin Lyrics - Gerry McBride and John Austin Producer - Marion Griffin Assistant Producer​ - Lyn Braun​​ Choreographer - Julie Fallis Stage Manager - ​Hayley Griffin Montgomery Lighting Designer - Andrew Duncan Set Designer - Hayley Griffin Montgomery Sound Designer - Abbey Duncan Costume Designer - Gwen Hope Hair and Makeup Designer - Shelley Moody Leading Cast Members: Emperor - ​​Jack van Roosmalen​​ Hans - ​​​Tom Stanley​ Empress - ​​Karen Woolley​ Herb - ​​​Aaron Black​​ Harriet - ​​​Lauren Yandt​ Jacob​​​ - David MacKinnon​ Sophie​​​ - Alice Loeb​​​ Mouse​​​ - Linnaea Couling-Fligg Minister​​ - Mark Caravaggio Platinum Sponsor: The Medical Centre Hearing Services Media Sponsors: PTBOCanada and KawarthaNOW With Support from The Peterborough Foundation and the Gwen and Bill Brown Fund for the Arts Lobby Generously Furnished by Leon’s Peterborough Season Artwork: Taylor Polley Photographer: Jordan Lyall

Calling all new and seasoned playwrights for next year's 10-Minute Sunday Play Festival. We are looking for plays with the following: - Tell a complete story in less than 1,500 words - Cast of two, maximum three actors - Create snappy dialog and compelling characters - Write a comedy, satire or drama Ten-minute plays are a great way to start writing for theatre. Your work can go from page to stage in a year. To submit your play for consideration: Email D'Arcy Jenish (darcyjenish@outlook.com) Deadline: December 31, 2025 D’Arcy Jenish is the creator of 10-Minute Sunday, which will take stage again next year on the second Sunday in August. Visit his website at www.darcyjenish.com.

Only 3 shows left to see the extraordinary relationship of one of modern art’s most iconic couples on stage: painter Georgia O’Keeffe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz. Tickets: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291 Or call the box office at (705) 745-4211 Photography by Wayne Eardley Brookside studio

What happens when you mix ideology with formaldehyde? This staged reading is a darkly comic retelling of the scientists who turned Lenin into a permanent museum exhibit. Between Stalin’s mood swings and the challenges of corpse maintenance, it’s a tale of loyalty, lunacy, and lab coats, soaked in paranoia and betrayal. Staged Readings at the Peterborough Theatre Guild are always thought-provoking experiences, with a lively audience discussion lead by director Bea Quarrie following the performance. Only on Nov. 16, so reserve your tickets now: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35868/production/1244649?performanceId=11660026

Tickets are still available for this beautiful play. Get yours at https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291

Every great season needs a show that soars. If your musical makes audiences laugh, cry, and hum all the way home — we want it! For guidelines and how to submit, please email ptgplayselection@gmail.com or visit https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/direct-a-play for more details.

What a wonderful opening night! Thank you to our fantastic audience for the standing ovation and the rave reviews. Tickets are available at the box office and online at https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291

It's opening night for 291 by Jade O'Keeffe! We sat down with the playwright to chat about her inspiration and the family collaborations that brought this play to the stage at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. 2-for-1 tickets are still available for tonight's performance only, using code November, online or at the box office. Reserve your seats at https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291

2 for 1 tickets for opening night - Saturday, Nov. 1! Don't miss this provocative and tender story of the relationship between painter Georgia O'Keeffe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz, written by local playwright Jade O'Keeffe. This show is a powerhouse of local talent: * Gayle Fraser (@gaylefraser1) as Georgia O’Keeffe * David Russell (@george.david.russell) as Alfred Stieglitz *Directed by Lisa Dixon (@lisajoydixon) * Stage managed by Marilyn Robinson * Sound design & original music by Beau Dixon (@bdslips) * Set design by David Geene (@geeneiousstudios) ...and so many more. www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291 For 2-for- tickets for Saturday, Nov. 1, use code: November

Opening Saturday! "291" is a beautifully produced story of the love between painter Georgia O'Keeffe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz, who owned the iconic New York art gallery 291, where O'Keeffe's career was launched. This rare gem was written by local playwright Jade O'Keeffe and is directed by her mother Lisa Dixon. November 1 - 15 Tickets at peterboroughteatreguild.com Photography by Wayne Eardley Brookside studio

We are thrilled to introduce the brilliant author of 291! Jade O’Keeffe is an actor, teacher, and creator from Peterborough, Ontario, with a BFA in Performance Acting from Toronto Metropolitan University. During her final year, she created 291, a play that explores the relationship between Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz, inspired by their remarkable letters that capture the beauty and tension of love and art. Jade’s fascination with Georgia O’Keeffe began as something personal. Her family often claimed, without proof, to be related to the iconic painter. While her research revealed no biological link, a deeper connection emerged. In 2013, Jade traveled to New Mexico to visit the O’Keeffe Museum and her home in Abiquiu. Immersed in O’Keeffe’s letters, she found a kindred spirit—another woman artist navigating identity, ambition, and the pull between love and independence. Today, Jade teaches regenerative agriculture at Lakefield College School, grows food for her community, and practices natural dyeing, drawing color from plants, bark, and even bugs. Like O’Keeffe, she believes nature holds every hue of the painter’s palette. What began as curiosity has grown into a life rooted in art, nature, and color, and her younger artist self would be thrilled to see how it has all come together.

Alfred Stieglitz — The Man Behind the Lens Join us as we step behind the camera and into the life of a man who helped define an era — and the woman who redefined herself within it. “In photography, there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality.” — Alfred Stieglitz Alfred Stieglitz was more than a photographer — he was a force that reshaped the world of modern art. A relentless innovator and champion of new ideas, he introduced American audiences to European modernists like Picasso and Matisse, while elevating photography from craft to fine art. Born in 1864, Stieglitz devoted his life to exploring truth through the lens. His photographs captured the rhythms of the city, the stillness of clouds, and the intimate details of human emotion. But his greatest muse — and greatest challenge — was Georgia O’Keeffe. Their relationship was a collision of genius and vulnerability, marked by deep love, artistic obsession, and creative tension. Through thousands of letters and hundreds of portraits, Stieglitz revealed O’Keeffe to the world — and in doing so, exposed his own soul. In 291, a new play by Jade O’Keeffe, this passionate and complicated bond comes vividly to life. Named after Stieglitz’s famed New York gallery, the play invites us into the heart of their partnership — where art, desire, and identity intertwine in a search for meaning that transcends time. Alfred Stieglitz (1864–1946) 291 by Jade O’Keeffe — now playing at the Peterborough Theatre Guild.

Georgia O’Keeffe — The Woman Behind the Art Join us as we celebrate not just the art, but the woman — fiercely independent, visionary, and utterly unforgettable. “Nothing is less real than realism. Details are confusing. It is only by selection, by elimination, by emphasis, that we get at the real meaning of things.” — Georgia O’Keeffe Few artists have captured the essence of the natural world — and the complexities of human emotion — quite like Georgia O’Keeffe. Known as the Mother of American Modernism, she transformed flowers, bones, landscapes, and sky into vivid expressions of strength, sensuality, and solitude. Born in 1887, O’Keeffe forged a life and career that defied the expectations of her time. Her work invited viewers to look closer — to see not just what was in front of them, but the feeling behind it. Her bold colours and abstract forms became her signature, her independence her legacy. Her lifelong relationship with photographer Alfred Stieglitz was as legendary as her art — a partnership built on passion, creativity, and contradiction. Their letters, filled with vulnerability and longing, paint a portrait of two artists bound by love yet divided by ambition. This powerful connection takes centre stage in 291, a new play by Jade O’Keeffe — on stage November 1st – 15th at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. Through poetic dialogue and visual storytelling, 291 explores the intersection of love and art, revealing the heart behind O’Keeffe’s brilliance and the man who helped (and sometimes hindered) her rise. Georgia O’Keeffe (1887–1986) 291 by Jade O’Keeffe

Join us for a staged reading of Vern Thiessen’s darkly funny and deeply human play Lenin’s Embalmers — the true story of the scientists tasked with preserving Lenin’s body for eternity. Part political satire, part moral fable, Thiessen’s script explores loyalty, ambition, and survival in Stalin’s Soviet Union. Sunday, November 16 at 1:30 PM Peterborough Theatre Guild Tickets: $15

Experience 291 — a stunning new play by local playwright Jade O’Keeffe — with our 2-for-1 ticket offer for November 1st! Bring a friend and discover a story where art and love intertwine, live at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/291 Code: November

Introducing the creative team of 291, a play by Jade O’Keeffe. Together, they’ve shaped a powerful theatrical exploration of love, art, and the partnership of Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz.

291 “Love is a complicated beauty.” A lyrical exploration of love, art, and the lost art of letter writing, 291 tells the intimate story of Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz—modern art’s iconic couple—through the lens of over 5,000 handwritten letters exchanged over 30 years. Set in a time before texts and instant connection, their romance unfolds through words and images, blending passion, distance, and artistic devotion. 291 is a moving tribute to love that endures and art that transforms. Written by: Jade O’Keeffe Directed by: Lisa Dixon Produced by: Kym Hyde Stage Manager: Marilyn Robinson Dates: Nov. 1, 2m, 6, 7, 8, 9m, 13, 14, 15 Times: 7:30 PM | Matinees (m) at 1:30 PM Tickets: $20 – $30 (incl. fees) Contains adult themes and occasional flashing lights. 291 — Where love lives in every letter. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/

This user-friendly, hands-on workshop will introduce you to the practical aspects of directing. Stage directing is one of the most dynamic and multifaceted roles in the performing arts. Successful directors possess a strong artistic vision, emotional intelligence, attention to detail, technical knowledge, and strong organizational skills. Together we will explore: • Text Analysis for the Director • The Playwright-Director Relationship • Working with Actors • Planning & Executing Blocking • Articulating Vision • Collaborating with Designers • Auditioning & Friday & Saturday will be spent learning techniques. Sunday will be spent working on scenes with actors. Rod Carley has impacted the Ontario theatre scene for the last thirty-five years. He has directed/produced 150 stage productions to date, both nationally and internationally. He has served as Founding Artistic Director and Artistic Director at several institutions and is a highly sought-after adjudicator. TO REGISTER: www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/workshops

Get a fresh approach to you creative process of writing a play. Your facilitator Marcia Johnson is an actor, writer, dramaturg and audiobook director and narrator based in T’karonto. She has led playwriting workshops at Tarragon Theatre and Expect Theatre. In her long career she has written several plays that were staged across Canada and has performed in theatres across Ontario. Marcia takes a dramaturgical approach to help writers shape their plays to resonate on the stage. The workshop will include whole-group exercises and feedback as well as tailored exercises and feedback for individual writers’ unique voice and goal. HOW TO APPLY Send an email to Marcia (johnsdaughter3@gmail.com) with the following: - A brief letter of interest - A short biography - A sample of your playwriting (maximum 10 pages) Please note: solo shows are not eligible. Application deadline: October 15 Successful applicants will be notified by October 24 and will then receive payment information. For more details: www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/workshop

291 “Love is a complicated beauty.” A lyrical exploration of love, art, and the lost art of letter writing, 291 tells the intimate story of Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz—modern art’s iconic couple—through the lens of over 5,000 handwritten letters exchanged over 30 years. Set in a time before texts and instant connection, their romance unfolds through words and images, blending passion, distance, and artistic devotion. 291 is a moving tribute to love that endures and art that transforms. Written by: Jade O’Keeffe Directed by: Lisa Dixon Produced by: Kym Hyde Stage Manager: Marilyn Robinson Dates: Nov. 1, 2m, 6, 7, 8, 9m, 13, 14, 15 Times: 7:30 PM | Matinees (m) at 1:30 PM Tickets: $20 – $30 (incl. fees) Contains adult themes and occasional flashing lights. 291 — Where love lives in every letter. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/

Staged Reading: Butcher the Pig by Marc Ludwig, directed by Bea Quarrie. Tickets: $15 A lonely warehouse in the middle of nowhere, Saskatchewan. A young man arrives seeking help. His estranged uncle might be his saving grace, or a sociopath. This thrilling drama is an exploration of urban vs. rural manhood, censorship, cancel-culture and responsibility. Most of all, it is about being a Canadian. Following the staged reading the audience is invited to a lively and informal discussion with the director to explore the relevance and themes of this new work. Reserve your seat: www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/staged-readings

Last chance to see Opening Night! Get your tickets for this upcoming Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Don't miss the hilarious show everyone's raving about.

We’re back — and ready to build the 2026/2027 season with your help! The Play Selection Committee is now accepting show submissions from our community. Whether you’re a theatre veteran, a passionate fan, or someone with a fresh idea — we want to hear from you. Help shape the next season by suggesting the productions you want to see on stage. Submissions now open! For guidelines and how to submit, please email ptgplayselection@gmail.com or visit https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/direct-a-play for more details. Let’s create something unforgettable — together.

Auditions for Midnight Madness by Dave Carley! Play dates: February 27 - March 14, 2026 Audition dates: October 20 + 21 (More Details on the PTG website) Director: Jane Werger Producer: Diane Théberge Stage Manager: Marilyn Robinson Midnight Madness is a touching romantic comedy set in Carley’s hometown of Peterborough in 1985, called Ashburnham in the play. Wesley, a lonely salesman, and Anna, a feisty customer and former classmate, meet by chance at the Bloom’s Furniture “going-out-of-business” sale near midnight.  With honesty and wit, the characters look back at the 1970’s and face the difficult high school memories that shaped their lives.  DATES Monday, Oct 20, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Tuesday, Oct 21, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM AUDITION FORMAT: Auditions will take place in groups of 4 in 45-minute intervals. Please sign up to the earliest available time slot and arrive 10 minutes before your audition to fill out the audition form. The play is available to read online via Dave Carley’s website. It is recommended that it be read ahead of auditioning. LOCATION: Peterborough Theatre Guild Studio A (Gwen Brown Studio) Peterborough Theatre Guild 364 Rogers Street, Peterborough CASTING Peterborough Theatre Guild is an inclusive and accepting organization. All are welcome to audition for the following roles: Wesley Marshall Male - Age: early 30’s A salesman at Bloom’s Furniture Store for the past 10 years. The store has become his safe, “belonging” place. Presbyterian background, principled, lonely (a few dates), intelligent, quick-witted and clever with slogans. Anna Bregner Female - Age: early 30’s Struggled to become a lawyer (now about to set up shop). Left Toronto to return to her hometown. Single mom with teenage son Jason (Anna’s mother helped raise him). 1970’s spirited, lively, determined. The Voice of Mr. Bloom Male - Age: 75 A businessman, owner of the local, iconic furniture store. About to retire and close the store after 50 years. Fond of his employee Wesley. Russian-Jewish ancestry. Witty, speaks via intercom in his office. Is only seen at curtain call, but it’s a sweet role.

Peterborough Theatre Guild's Annual General Meeting will take place this upcoming Wednesday at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to attend. To vote you must have a Working Membership (cost of $20). Working Memberships can be purchased at the meeting, online or through our box office at (705) 745-4211. We look forward to seeing you there! PTG's AGM Wed, Sept 24, 6:30 PM Peterborough Theatre Guild Gwen Brown Studio (use Stage Entrance) 364 Roger St. Peterborough, ON

You! Yes, you. You're fabulous. You deserve tickets to the hilarious Opening Night by Norm Foster. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/opening%20night

We'll make your head spin and your belly ache with the hilaroius Opening Night by Norm Foster. Tickets are selling fast! Buy yours today. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/opening%20night

Tonight’s the night — it’s Opening Night of Opening Night! We are completely sold out for this evening’s performance, but there are still tickets available for the rest of the run! To celebrate, our cast took things into their own hands... and slapped on some very questionable name tags. Let’s just say the excitement is high and the labels are flying. Norm Foster’s backstage comedy comes to life TONIGHT. Get your tickets, grab a seat, and prepare for the mayhem!

Tech week is over, and we're ready. It's opening night of Opening Night! Our first performance is SOLD OUT, so don't wait to get your tickets for upcoming shows. https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/upcoming-plays/opening%20night

Come visit us until 3pm today for a behind-the-scene’s look at our theatre for Doors Open Peterborough. Get a tour of our backstage, see a play, take a look at director Bea Quarrie‘s personal design books, see iconic costumes from preview plays, get a stage makeup demonstration from the talented Shelley Moody and so much more. Our box office is open for tickets and subscriptions and our volunteer coordinator is available for questions, if you would like to join our community.

So many things to see and do this Saturday at the Peterborough Theatre Guild! 🔸10 am - 12 pm: Professional stage makeup demonstration 🔸11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm: 10-Minute Plays on stage: Photo Finish & Robinson Reconsidered 🔸1 pm - 3:30 pm: Rehearsal of the upcoming comedy Opening Night ALL DAY: 🔸Behind-the-scenes look 🔸Iconic costumes from previous productions 🔸Historic Costume Design Books 🔸Art exhibit 🔸Information about volunteer opportunities 🔸Box office will be open Stop by at 364 Rogers Street.

Need a sizzling dose of laughter? Then come see OPENING NIGHT. 2-for-1 tickets are still available for Saturday, Sept. 20 with promo code OPENING.

Treat someone to a night of laughter! Get your tickets now for Opening Night. 2 for 1 tickets are still available for the first two shows. Tickets at www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com

We're holding auditions for Where You Are by Kristen Da Silva. Director: Jerry Allen Producer: Pat Hooper Stage Manager: Becky Hooper Audition dates: Monday, September 15: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Tuesday, September 16: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Callbacks (if needed) Thursday, September 18, evening (if necessary) Roles: Glenda: Female, age 50+ to 70+ Suzanne: Female, age 50+ to 70+, Beth: Female - aged 30+ to 40+ Patrick: Male - aged 30+ to 40+ Play synopsis: On a porch in Little Current, two devoted sisters, Glenda and Suzanne, share laughter, secrets, and a charming vet neighbour. Their peaceful summer is upended by the arrival of Suzanne’s daughter, Beth, whose visit stirs old tensions and hidden truths. As a wild wedding, medicinal mischief, and a budding romance unfold, the women must navigate tangled relationships and long-held regrets. Through sharp wit and tender moments, Where You Are reveals how love and forgiveness can bloom in the most unexpected places. It’s a story as warm as an August evening and as funny as family life gets. The setting is very contemporary. “A story about family that is at once laugh-out-loud funny and as warm as an August evening. Da Silva is a wonderful dramatist.” –Norm Foster, playwright Sign up here to audition: https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/get-involved#Auditions

They act, they dance, they spin — and they’re ready to rock Opening Night! 🔥🪑 Don’t miss Norm Foster’s hilarious hit lighting up the stage September 19th - October 4th! Special 2 for 1 promo still available for the 19th and 20th! Code: OPENING

We are so excited to announce our spectacular creative team for Opening Night!

Auditions! The Emperor’s New Clothes Story by Hans Christian Andersen Written by Gerry McBride Director: Gerry McBride Producer: Marion Griffin Stage Manager: Hayley Griffin Montgomery Music and Lyrics by John Austin The Emperor’s New Clothes is a comedic, musical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale. A pair of charming rogues, masquerading as tailors, come to town to fill their pockets with gold, and in the process, teach the emperor and the people of his town a lesson in humility and the true meaning of wisdom. AUDITION DATES Saturday, Sept 6: 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm Monday, Sept 8: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Auditions take place at the Peterborough Theatre Guild in Studio A (Gwen Brown Studio). Please arrive 10 minutes early and be prepared to stay the whole time. Please sign up online for the first available time slot, and arrive ten minutes before your audition to fill out a form. You will be auditioning in groups of 5. Please bring an upbeat showtune to sing a cappella. CALLBACK Friday, September 12: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm SHOW DATES School shows: Thu, Dec 4: 12:30 PM Tue, Dec 9: 10:30 AM + 12:45 PM Thu, Dec 11: 10:30 AM + 12:45 PM Regular shows: Fri, Dec 5, Sat, Dec 6 (M), Sun, Dec 7 (M), Wed, Dec 10, 7:30 PM, Fri, Dec 12, Sat, Dec 13 (M), Sun, Dec 14 (M) Evening shows: 7:30 PM Matinee shows (M): 1:30 PM

Introducing the incredibly talented cast of Opening Night by Norm Foster! This hysterically funny play is zany, witty, and bright! Join us for a delightful night out!

Come laugh with us!

🎭 Peterborough Theatre Guild Presents: Opening Night 🎭 Laughs, love, and a little chaos — all in one unforgettable evening! On their 25th wedding anniversary, Ruth Tisdale’s dream of a night at the theatre collides with Jack’s wish to watch the World Series. But what unfolds both on stage and backstage changes everything… From the brilliant mind of Playwright: Norm Foster, this charming comedy is "a time bomb of hilarity" (Montreal Gazette) and "a yummy spoonful for theatregoers" (Montreal Daily News). Director: Margaret Monis Producer: Kory Gavin Stage Manager: Hayley Griffin Montgomery 📅 Show Dates & Times: Sept. 19, 20, 21m, 25, 26, 27, 28m, Oct. 2, 3, 4 🕢 Evening shows: 7:30 p.m. ☀️ Matinees (m): 1:30 p.m. 🎟 Tickets: $20.00 – $30.00 (including fees) 📍 Venue: Peterborough Theatre Guild https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/ Get your tickets now and join us for this witty, warm-hearted celebration of life, love, and the unpredictability of live theatre!

Become a subscriber! Enjoy an unforgettable season of comedies, drama and musicals. You’ll be supporting local theatre, seeing great shows and saving money! Buy a Diamond or Diamond Plus package before August 31 and we’ll give you an extra ticket to any show except the final musical. Double packages receive 2 tickets. Those who have already purchased packages will automatically receive this offer. Call the box office (705 745 4211) when you would like to claim your bonus. Ticket packages can be found in the link below: www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/box-office#TicketPackages

Who's Googling "How to memorize lines in 5 minutes?" Not us! Buckle up for the hilarious Opening Night by Norm Foster, Sept. 19 - Oct. 4.

To celebrate the opening night of Opening Night by Norm Foster, we're offering a 2-for-1 ticket deal — because great theatre is even better when shared! This special offer is our way of making live theatre more accessible and inviting everyone to experience the magic of a night out at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. Bring a friend, a date, or someone who’s never seen live theatre before — and enjoy a laugh-filled evening with Canada’s beloved playwright, Norm Foster. Don’t miss out — this special promo is 2 nights only! Visit: peterboroughtheatreguild.com Promo Code: OPENING

We are proud to once again recognize The Medical Centre Hearing Services as our Platinum Sponsor for our 2025/2026 season. Their generous support plays a vital role in bringing our performances to life and enriching the cultural fabric of our community. As a trusted provider of hearing health care, The Medical Centre Hearing Services is committed to connection, communication, and quality of life — values that closely align with the mission of live theatre. We are truly grateful for their partnership and commitment to supporting local theatre.

🎭 Peterborough Theatre Guild Presents: Opening Night 🎭 Laughs, love, and a little chaos — all in one unforgettable evening! On their 25th wedding anniversary, Ruth Tisdale’s dream of a night at the theatre collides with Jack’s wish to watch the World Series. But what unfolds both on stage and backstage changes everything… From the brilliant mind of Playwright: Norm Foster, this charming comedy is "a time bomb of hilarity" (Montreal Gazette) and "a yummy spoonful for theatregoers" (Montreal Daily News). Director: Margaret Monis Producer: Kory Gavin Stage Manager: Hayley Griffin Montgomery 📅 Show Dates & Times: Sept. 19, 20, 21m, 25, 26, 27, 28m, Oct. 2, 3, 4 🕢 Evening shows: 7:30 p.m. ☀️ Matinees (m): 1:30 p.m. 🎟 Tickets: $20.00 – $30.00 (including fees) 📍 Venue: Peterborough Theatre Guild https://www.peterboroughtheatreguild.com/ Get your tickets now and join us for this witty, warm-hearted celebration of life, love, and the unpredictability of live theatre!

We are kicking off our 2025–2026 season with the delightfully funny and sharp-witted comedy Opening Night by Canada’s King of Comedy, Norm Foster. Running from September 19 to October 4, this is a laugh-out-loud exploration of theatre, relationships, and second chances. Directed by Margaret Monis, Opening Night follows a middle-aged couple out for an evening at the theatre—he’d rather be at home watching the game, she’s looking for a romantic night out—and the comedic chaos that ensues when backstage antics and front-row drama collide. With Foster’s trademark wit and warmth, this play offers hilarious insights into love, timing, and what it really means to put on a show. Opening Night is a perfect blend of clever dialogue, relatable characters, and the kind of humour that brings audiences together. Whether you’re a theatre enthusiast or simply looking for a night of laughter and fun, Opening Night promises a performance that’s both entertaining and heartwarming. “Foster has created two wonderfully familiar Canadian characters, put them into an absurd situation and made the whole thing explode like a time bomb of hilarity.” - The Montreal Gazette “…a yummy spoonful for theatregoers to swallow.” - Montreal Daily News Creative Team: Playwright: Norm Foster Director: Margaret Monis Executive Producer: Marion Griffin Producer: Kory Gavin Stage Manager: Hayley Griffin Montgomery Assistant Stage Manager: Kory Gavin Set Designer: Dayna Frederick Costume Designer: Lauren Yandt ​ The Company: Andrea Lane​ Ashley Parker​ Carissa Kaye​ James Burrell​ Kyle Robertson​ Peter Cain​ Steve Foote​ Tristina Haines​ Platinum Sponsor: The Medical Centre Hearing Services Media Sponsors: PTBOCanada and KawarthaNOW With Support from The Peterborough Foundation and the Gwen and Bill Brown Fund for the Arts Lobby Generously Furnished by Leon’s Peterborough Season Artwork: Taylor Polley

Do you have your season tickets yet? We can’t wait to see you back at the Peterborough Theatre Guild!

10 Minute Sunday - a festival of fast, fierce theatre -is coming to Peterborough! 🗓️ August 10 ✨ 10 original plays ⏱️ 10 minutes each 💵 Just $10 a ticket! 📍 Tickets available now at the PTG box office or online here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35868/production/1238993 Discover exciting new work by Ontario playwrights—from sharp comedy to heartfelt drama—all packed into one unforgettable afternoon. 📣 Ethel for Mayor Ethel's husband is running for mayor...again. What could possibly go wrong? 🚗 Carpool Commuters inadvertently drive into a Beckett play. 🏓 Let’s Play Pickleball Marj tries to convince her reluctant husband, Herb, to join the local pickleball club. 💬 Small Talk Paired by a blind date algorithm, a man and woman wrestle with the mistakes that ended their relationship 35 years earlier. ❓Wednesday Trivia Trivia night turns sideways when the host gets an unfortunate phone call. 📜 Peter Robinson Reconsidered A playwright gets dressed down by a historian for her interpretation of the 1825 settlement of Irish immigrants. 🤠 High Noon Two old frenemies stand off before a fateful train ride in this mock Western comedy. ✈️ Enjoy the Ride: Inspired by Anthony Bourdain A romantic tribute to Bourdain’s life philosophy. 📸 Photo Finish Sisters Fran and El make a shocking discovery while sorting their late mother’s keepsakes. 💘Another Word for Single Will Sam finally meet his true love in person or will another bizarre emergency keep them apart?

Good friend and colleague, Chuck Vollmar passed away early the morning of June 11. We wanted to send our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Chuck was noted for both his comedic and dramatic roles in numerous productions at the Peterborough Theatre Guild and elsewhere. Throughout his thespian career, he won Best Actor awards. He had leading roles in productions that traveled to festivals in Asia, Aruba, Venezuela, and Newfoundland. Chuck was one of several PTG actors who represented Canada in an international Theatre festival in Japan with the production Hedges. Not only was he an actor, but he also wrote Fishing Buddies and Kawartha Love Letters which were produced in Peterborough. Chuck believed that teaching young people the art of acting was important. He founded Peterborough Improv Group (PIG), a troupe of improv actors who performed murder mysteries at private functions and local venues in the area. Chuck was also a talented cartoonist and graphic designer. Many of the promotional posters and program covers for the Peterborough Theatre Guild were designed by him. We, at Peterborough Theatre Guild, will miss Chuck. When he was in the audience, his contagious laugh could be heard throughout the theatre. His quick wit, beautifully kind nature, and amazing talent will be missed by all. In a nutshell, Chuck was a beautiful human being and wonderful friend. May he rest in peace.

The Peterborough Theatre Guild is thrilled to announce an exciting lineup for the upcoming 2025-2026 season, showcasing a mix of comedy, drama, and musical theatre, with a strong focus on Canadian talent. The season kicks off with Opening Night by renowned Canadian playwright Norm Foster, directed by Margaret Monis. This hilarious play takes audiences on a journey behind the scenes of a chaotic theatre premiere. Get ready for twists and turns, sharp wit and great characters. Adding a dramatic twist, 291, written by local playwright Jade O’Keeffe and directed by Lisa Dixon, brings a touch of historical intrigue with a locally written piece that delves into the letters between acclaimed artist Georgia O’Keeffe and her lover, photographer Alfred Stieglitz. This original work highlights the artistry and emotion behind one of history’s most famous creative couples. As the holiday season approaches, families can enjoy the beloved children’s production of The Emperor’s New Clothes, written and directed by Gerry McBride based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This adaptation promises to be full of humour and enchantment for audiences of all ages. Music by John Austin. In the new year, look forward to more comedies. Where You Are by Kristen Da Silva, directed by Jerry Allen, is a heartwarming tale of love, family, and unexpected second chances in a charming, small-town setting. Midnight Madness by Peterborough Native, Dave Carley is a romantic comedy about two former classmates who unexpectedly reunite at a furniture store’s going-out-of-business sale. For those who love a musical spectacle, the season rounds out with the electrifying production of Young Frankenstein by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, directed by Nate Axcell. This hilarious parody of the horror genre promises electrifying choreography, clever wordplay and big belly laughs. With most productions proudly Canadian and a lineup designed to entertain and inspire, the Peterborough Theatre Guild invites audiences to experience the magic of local, live theatre. Season tickets and individual show tickets will be available starting July 1 Artwork by: Taylor Polley

Join us for Venus in Fur by David Ives on Sunday, June 1st at 2pm. This will be our final staged reading of the season! Director - Bea Quarrie Stage Manager - Lyn Braun Thomas, a beleaguered playwright/director, is desperate to find an actress to play Vanda, the female lead in his adaptation of the classic sadomasochistic tale Venus in Fur. Into his empty audition room walks a vulgar and equally desperate actress—oddly enough, named Vanda. Though utterly wrong for the sophisticated part, Vanda exhibits a strange command of the material, piquing Thomas’ interest with her seductive talents and secretive manner. As the two work through the script, they blur the line between play and reality, entering into an increasingly serious game of submission and domination that only one of them can win. Please Note:  Venus in Fur is a Dark Comedy with complex adult subject matter and mature language.  It is not suitable for children under 12. Carissa Kaye Carissa began her acting career in Hamilton, where she successfully ran her own theatre company and staged many Festival productions for nearly a decade. In November of 2023, she settled in Peterborough with her husband and their many cats. With the Electric City Players she has been both Banquo (Macbeth2024) and Olivia (Twelfth Night2025), as well as acting in Bea Quarrie’s Tick Talk and a staged reading of Home, I’m Darling. Carissa is ever so thankful for the warm welcome she has received from Peterborough’s theatre community, from the very first day she moved in. Mark Scanlon Mark first appeared on the Theatre Guild Stage in late 1986, shortly after moving to Peterborough. He appeared in eight productions over his first four years in Peterborough, receiving Best Actor nominations at both the 1988 EODL and Theatre Ontario Festivals for his role as David in PTG’s The Melville Boys, and an Adjudicator’s Award for Best Use of Comedy at the EODL Festival. A busy father of four daughters, and a pharmacy owner/pharmacist, Mark traded theatre activities for professional and family responsibilities for nearly two decades, returning to the PTG stage in 2010 in Death of A Salesman, in which he played two different roles.

The Peterborough Theatre Guild is deeply honoured to host the Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival! The 2025 Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival is coming to the Guild, with multiple performances in the theatre from June 19 – 22, as well as a visual art display in the lobbies and weekend craft vendors in the studios. It’s going to be a busy place with activities for all ages and interests. This year’s performers, chosen by lottery as is the Fringe tradition, are: Juicebox Theatre (Winnipeg) with their play, “Under the Table” Centre for Indigenous Theatre (Toronto) with “Whistling Pine (A Dark Comedy)” by Chris Mejaki John-Paul Chalykoff (Sault Ste. Marie) and his puppet friends with “Songs from Gichi-Gamiing” Oshkagoojin Theatre Projects (Winnipeg) with “Niin Anihinaabekwe” Indian Way Theatre (Akwesasne) with “My Good Friend Jay” 3 Soul Goddess (Peterborough) with their drama “Postcards from Colonization” Subi-Baba-Yi Dilalan (Cameroon) with “People of the Forest” (to be confirmed) More information about the festival and shows is on our website, www.indigenousfringefest.ca. A full schedule for the June 19-22 festival will be available in early May and ticket sales will start in late May. Billets Needed We are urgently looking for billets for NIFF 2025 artists. If you have a spare room from June 17-22 this is a great opportunity to get to know one of these lovely people. For more information or to volunteer, contact Lee at (705) 312-3492.

A heartfelt congratulations to the entire cast and crew of Joseph! You filled the stage—and our hearts—with light, joy, and incredible talent. What an unforgettable journey this has been! Enjoy today’s sold out performance! A special thank you to @ptboshowplace and @dj_dollabill for your expertise, dedication, and behind-the-scenes magic. We are also deeply grateful to our platinum sponsor, Medical Centre Hearing Services, @leonsptbo for the PTG’s beautifully furnished lobby, and our media sponsors, @ptbo_canada and @kawarthanow, for their generous support. To our amazing community: thank you for spreading the word, showing up, singing along, and helping make this production so special. We truly couldn’t have done it without you. We’ll see you next season! @cwsphotog @harrisonperkinsphotos @globalpeterborough @ptbocurrents @whattoday.ca @movingmedia.ca Package Plus

Don't miss out! Only 5 performances left. Get tickets through the Peterborough Theatre Guild website or call the box office at 705-745-4211. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Showplace Performance Centre April 30, May 1 -4 at 7:30 PM

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Theatre 🌟 What an unforgettable Awards Brunch for the EODL's Full-Length Play Festival! Congratulations to all the talented winners. We're so honoured that PTG's Silent Sky earned honorable mentions and took home multiple awards! Winners: David Geene - Peterborough Theatre Guild Award for Set Design Kevin O'Neill - Arnold Connerty Award Adjudicator's Award Esther Vincent - Deep River Players Award for Best Visual Presentation Honourable Mentions: Silent Sky - Armagh Sifton Price Award Adjudicator's Award Jayne Martin - John L. Walley Award for Best Costuming Lyndele Gauci - Peterborough Theatre Guild Award for Best Use of Speech Laura Lawson - Margaret White Award for Best Female Actor in a Supporting Role Kevin O'Neill - Bancroft Theatre Guild Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Roel Bea Quarrie - Trentonian and Tri-County Award for Best Director @

There are only 3 seats left for tomorrow’s show, BUT there are tickets available for next week! You won’t want to miss this one! Come for the music, the dancing, the costumes, and a whole lot of joy!

We are heading into the 2nd night of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Showplace Performance Centre! We’d like to shine a spotlight on more of our incredible team members! We have been so fortunate to have these wildly talented humans give so much of their time and talents to this production! Don’t wait—secure your tickets now! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat opens this Friday at Showplace. Get tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild.

It takes an incredible team to put together a spectacular show like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Today we're so excited to showcase the talents of the costume and make-up team, lead by Elaine Day, Gwen Hope and Shelley Moody. We're so fortunate to have so many dedicated volunteers who have helped to make this show come to life. Joseph opens this Friday at Showplace, so make sure to get your tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild now.

We'd like to shine a spotlight on more of our brilliant Children's Chorus in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! These young performers bring magic to the stage with their boundless energy and captivating voices. Don't wait—secure your tickets now! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

Introducing some of the shining young stars of our Chorus in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! These talented young actors bring energy, heart, and pure magic to every scene. Their voices and smiles are lighting up the stage. Don't miss your chance to see their incredible performances live—tickets are selling fast! Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Showplace Performance Centre April 25 - May 4 Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

We're thrilled to introduce more of our brilliant cast from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat are these talented actors. This group brings unforgettable energy to the stage. There's no better way to boost your spirits, sing and laugh along. Don't miss out! Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

More Faces You’ll Love! Here’s the next group of amazing actors who light up the stage in Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. With their charm, talent and comedic flair you're in for a treat! Tickets are selling fast, Opening Night is around the corner, so reserve your tickets today. Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

Meet the cast of our upcoming musical, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Their talent brings this fun and fabulous story to life. Their energy and passion will transport you to a world of dreams, drama, and dazzle. Stay tuned for more from our spectacular cast! Don't wait to get your tickets! Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

Introducing a few members of the Creative Team behind Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Over 15 years ago, Director Robert Ainsworth envisioned bringing this vibrant production to life, teaming up with a talented Musical Director Brian MacDonald to make the dream a reality. Now, their collaboration is set to light up the stage! As Robert shares, "The quirky script and memorable songs are right in my ballpark. I love comedy, and it was always my goal to add as much comedy as I could." You'll be dazzled by creativity of this brilliant team and their hard-working crew. Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Peterborough Showplace Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild

GO GO GO JOSEPH! We're so excited to bring the magic of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat to Peterborough! Braydon Ellis takes the stage as Joseph. This talented actor has over 15 years of experience and has also directed and choreographed productions, trained in vocal and piano by the Royal Conservatory of Music and acquired a decade of dance experience with Artistic Movement Dance Studio. Macayla Vaughan is thrilled to be playing the role of the Narrator and joining this incredible cast for her first show with the PTG! Her charisma and warmth are perfect for the role. Let yourself be transported to a kaleidoscope scope of colour, music and dazzle! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat April 25 - May 4 Showplace Performance Centre Tickets through Peterborough Theatre Guild.

Our second last staged reading of the season is Pugwash by Vern Thiessen. We hope you can join us! 1957. Barely a decade after the first use of atomic bombs, the world is divided and fearful of the real threat of nuclear weaponry. In an effort to understand the devastating effects of radiation, leading scientists and academics—world-renowned “Thinkers”—are invited to a conference in the small town of Pugwash, Nova Scotia. Two local children, Conni and Jamie, take interest in some of the Thinkers, who are humbled by their innocent welcome. But a spy disguised as a reporter has conned Jamie for information to use against the Thinkers, putting the entire conference—and the town of Pugwash—at risk. “It’s an intelligent and thoughtful play that is relevant in many ways to today’s political climate, while shedding light on an intriguing local story. ” - Michael Lake, The Coast Run time: 105 minutes Sunday May 11th PTG Main stage 2pm

We are excited to announce Andrew Finlan and Stephen Cullen’s Keepin’ It Campy Roadshow will be presented in the Gwen Brown Studio May 30th and 31st! Tickets now available on our website. “Comedian Andrew Finlan and Musical Performing Artist Stephen Cullen are coming home to the Peterborough Theatre Guild to host The Keep’n It Campy Roadshow in the Gwen Brown Studio A on May 30th and 31st at 7:30 pm. The Stand Up Comedy Show celebrates Andrew’s plunge into Trailer Park life at Spring Rock Camp in Young’s Point. Guest Comedians include Liam Kelly from Yuk Yuk’s and Ted Morris hot off the Halifax Comedy Festival stage. Earl Crapper from Shady Shores Trailer Park will host the Trailer Trash Olympics adding to the fun. A social lounge with a professional DJ and a licensed bar will be set up in the Gwen Brown Studio directly after the show. Don’t miss out on the fun. Doors open at 7pm with a 7:30pm curtain call. This event is 100 % Canadian made by two local boys.”