Set Designer Jan Crane writes: With 20 different scene changes at approximately 12 different locations in 16th century London and America all the way to modern day and Broadway, designing the set of Something Rotten! had its unique challenges. It was clear to me that this was a big costume, song and dance show and the set should sit in the background … Read More
Auditions: “Talley’s Folly”
Set in an ornate but neglected Victorian boathouse on the Talley place in Lebanon, Missouri. Matt, a Jewish accountant from St. Louis, has arrived to plead his love for Sally Talley, the susceptible but uncertain daughter of the family. Bookish, erudite, totally honest, and delightfully funny Matt refuses to accept Sally’s rebuffs, and her fears that her family would never approve of … Read More
Auditions: “Enchanted April”
Synopsis Matthew Barber’s Enchanted April, based on Elizabeth Von Arnim’s beloved novel of the 1920s, is a gentle and romantic comedy of manners. Set against the backdrop of a country still reeling from World War I Enchanted April offers to its characters, and viewers, a necessary balm of sunshine and renewal. This delightful heartwarming play addresses love, loss, marriage, women’s … Read More
Call for Directors and Scripts for 2025-2026
This is the first call for directors and scripts for the 2025-26 Northumberland Players Season. We are looking for 3 titles for our dinner theatre comedies, 3 titles for the Firehall Theatre, some one act plays, staged readings or radio plays, a musical, and a youth show. We have a play reading committee that will read your suggestions and offer some … Read More
“A Doll’s House, Part 2” Auditions December 9 Cancelled
Due to freezing rain, auditions for A Doll’s House, Part 2 on December 9, 2024, are cancelled. Everyone scheduled this evening is asked to come on Sunday, December 15, 7pm. If you are not available on Sunday, please contact Producer, Kaye Torrie.
Wed, Dec 4 School Performances of “Elf, The Musical JR” Cancelled Due to Weather
We are working to determine whether the performances can be rescheduled. Watch for information from your school.
Auditions: “A Doll’s House, Part 2”
Synopsis “It has been 15 years since Nora Hemler slammed the door on her stifling domestic life when a knock comes at the same door. Nora has returned with an urgent request. What will her sudden return mean to those she left behind? This is a continuation of Iben’s complex exploration of traditional gender roles and a contemporary take on … Read More
Auditions: Alto Needed for Outreach Presentation of “A Christmas Carol”
Outreach is auditioning for an Alto for its Christmas play reading of “A Christmas Carol”. Performances are at several local retirement homes over the weekend of December 6th – 8th. “A Christmas Carol” will be performed as a play reading interspersed with traditional carols in 4-part harmony. Dates and times are as follows: Friday, December 6th*Streamway Villa at. 3.30 p.m.Roseglen … Read More
Board Nominations and Registration Open for 2024 General Members Meeting
The Northumberland Players is holding its General Meeting of Members on FRIDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2024 at 7pm at the Firehall Theatre. If you are 18 years of age or over and a member in good standing, you are eligible to: Proxy voting will also be available – information to follow. If you wish to be considered for a position on the Board of Directors, please … Read More
“Northumberland Players tackle grief, forgiveness, and the strength to let go” – Review of “Willow Quartet”
Originally published in Northumberland News “The Willow Quartet” — a story about grief, forgiveness and the strength it takes to let go — kicked off the Northumberland Players’ 2024 season this week at the Firehall Theatre in Cobourg. Set on a porch under a beloved willow tree at an old family farmhouse, Kim (Anne-Marie Bouthillette), her mother Marjorie (Sheilah Currie) and estranged husband Ben … Read More