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
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.
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
Summer BBQ!
Join us for a sizzling summer BBQ at the HUB! Date: Wednesday, August 21rd Time: 5:00 PM Location: The HUB, 450 Campbell St., Cobourg Indulge in tasty food, refreshing drinks, and a lively celebration of the upcoming season! Take a tour of the HUB, our vibrant workshop space, and immerse yourself in the spirit of creativity and collaboration that defines … Read More
EODL Nominations
If you are interested in becoming an Eastern Ontario Drama League (EODL) board member, nominations are currently open prior to the EODL AGM on Sunday, June 8, 2024.
2024-2025 Season Revealed!
Four Incredible Venues, Nine Different Shows, Eighty-Four Performances The Northumberland Players – who are we? Three hundred volunteers, all with unique skills, but with one single purpose: to mount and perform high-quality, affordable theatre for our community. We are passionate about live theatre and it shows. You will find us in four different venues: our home, the Firehall Theatre; the … Read More
“Clue” Wins for Set Decoration and Props at EODL Festival
Northumberland Players’ production of Clue was nominated for 8 awards and took home the Armagh Sifton-Price Adjudicator’s Award for Set Decoration and Props at the 2023-2024 Eastern Ontario Drama League Full Length Festival last weekend. Congratulations to Glen Wilson, Beth Hunt, Jody Forsyth, and Honor Sylvester on their win, and to the entire cast and production team of Clue for … Read More
Announcing Our New Online Production Archive
We are incredibly excited to announce that after years of hard work, it’s time to launch our new online archive! This archive contains the history of our shows for almost fifty years. That’s 290 shows and 3,287 people involved. Wow! Browse through posters, programs, newspaper clippings, photos, and more. You can also search by show title, season, director, cast, or crew. This … Read More
Northumberland Players Make Improvements to the Firehall Theatre to Improve Accessibility
This weekend, the Northumberland Players celebrate the season with a Holiday Special: Christmas Live at Victoria Hall. At this time the Players are also pleased to report the completion of a project to improve accessibility at the Firehall Theatre, recognizing the $35,000 Capital grant that the Players received from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) last year. This and past OTF … Read More
Outreach Presents “The Memoirs of Colonel Eliakim Barnum” in Grafton
A few weeks ago, the NP Outreach Program presented “The Memoirs of Colonel Eliakim Barnum” at the historical Barnum House in Grafton. Audiences were transported back to 1874 and immersed in the tales of the colonel, portrayed vividly by Tim Russell. One audience member was “riveted throughout”, and another was “so caught up in the performance that Tim became Col. … Read More