The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) is offering area residents the opportunity to experience live theatre, without the pressure of performing for an audience, through two new programs open to everyone.
Beginning in February, the guild will hold play-reading sessions, and improv fun nights on a monthly basis.
Led by veteran GWTG director Patrick Smith, the play readings will start at 7:30pm beginning on Feb. 28 with a reading of The Dresser.
The readings will offer participants a chance to read parts and participate in discussions about a wide range of plays. On the reading list for future sessions are: Cactus Flower, Eve and What the Butler Saw.
GWTG president Peggy Raftis said the program will provide participants with a taste of the theatrical experience and also help the guild to assess the potential of various plays for future productions.
Theatre Fun Nights, coordinated by GWTG executive member Dan Bieman, will focus on improvisational comedy. The sessions will involve a variety of improv-style skits, games and exercises, again in a fun, no-pressure atmosphere.
The initial Theatre Fun Night will be held on Feb. 14 at 7:30pm, with the second session scheduled for March 14 at 7:30pm. Both programs are open to interested members of the public as well as GWTG members and will be held at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre. There is no charge to participate.For more information on play readings call Smith at 519-338-5391. For information on Theatre Fun Night contact Bieman at dbieman@gmail.com. For general information email gwtg@wightman.ca.
