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WE HAVE come a long way since the Puritans closed the theatres. Christians have come to accept and even
embrace the theatre.
A number of drama companies, some of them Christian, are offering a wide variety
of summer performances. Some of the plays have a ‘Christian’ message, while others offer insight into the human condition.
The geographical location of some of these productions also gives intrepid
theatre-goers a chance to get out of town for awhile.
Chemainus Theatre
This professional theatre company in Chemainus, on Vancouver Island, has strong
Christian roots. This summer, the group is presenting the classic musical Oklahoma.
June 4 – August 29
The theatre’s KidzPlay series is presenting The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
July 1 – August 29
Info: chemainustheatrefestival.ca
800.565.7738, 250.246.9820
Rosebud Theatre
Billed as ‘Alberta’s largest rural theatre,’ this troupe also has Christian roots. This summer, it is presenting the classic
musical Man of La Mancha, based on Don Quixote.
May 29 – August 30
Rosebud is also presenting Confessions of a Paperboy, a comedy about a boy who hears the voice of God speaking to him.
July 2 – August 30
Info: rosebudtheatre.com
800.267.7553, 403.677.2001
Canadian Badlands Passion Play
Presented outdoors in Drumheller, Alberta, this dramatic depiction of the life,
death and resurrection of Jesus features animals, elaborate sets and a
dedicated cast of volunteers.
July 10 – 12, 17 – 19
Info: canadianpassionplay.com
403.823.2001
Bard on the Beach
This popular theatre group is presenting four Shakespeare classics in two tents,
in Vanier Park, Vancouver.
A Comedy of Errors June 10 – September 26
Othello May 28 – September 25
All’s Well that Ends Well
June 25 – September 19
Richard II July 8 – September 18
Info: bardonthebeach.org
604.739.0559 or 877.739.0559
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Arts Club Theatre
Les Misérables, the wildly popular musical version of Victor Hugo’s novel, follows the fortunes of fugitive Jean Valjean – whose journey to redemption is inspired by a kindly bishop. This may be a
secular setting, but the message of the gospel could not be clearer.
May 14 – July 19, at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage
Info: artsclub.com
604.687.1644
Pacific Theatre
This professional Christian theatre is presenting an original play this summer. You Still Can’t, written by founding artistic director Ron Reed, is a sequel to the classic 60
year old comedy, You Can’t Take it With You.
May 15 – June 13
Info: pacifictheatre.org
604.731.5483
Gallery 7
This Christian theatre company is based in Abbotsford; its plays are presented
in Mennonite Educational Institution’s theatre. This summer, it is presenting The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
June 5 – 6, 11 – 13, 18 – 20
Gallery 7 also offers a wide range of summer drama camps for children during
July.
Info: gallery7theatre.com
604.852.3701, 604.504.5940
– Jim Coggins
June 2009
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