Stage Door News
Millbrook: 4th Line Theatre presents “The Verandah Society: Up to Snow Good” December 11-15
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
4th Line Theatre is excited to present the world premiere of the brand new, indoor Christmas-themed production The Verandah Society: Up to Snow Good, created by and starring Megan Murphy and Kate Suhr, and directed by Managing Artistic Director Kim Blackwell. The show will also feature Dan Fewings, Justin Hiscox, Melissa Payne and students of Peterborough’s Theatre Arts Training Academy (TATA).
Murphy and Suhr created the first version of the show in the summer of 2020 to connect with and perform for people during the pandemic. They traveled around the region to people’s porches, verandahs and backyards, performing their captivating show for intimate gatherings. Then, in 2021, they developed The Verandah Society in Residence at 4th Line Theatre, dramaturged by renowned performer and director Linda Kash, which premiered at the Winslow Farm under the direction of Blackwell. The Verandah Society melds music with personal stories of the region. The show is equal parts entertaining, poignant and funny. Since 2020, they have created three other versions of the show and delighted audiences across the region.
And now, The Verandah Society is back and they’re “Up to Snow Good” this holiday season! Cozy up with Kate Suhr and Meg Murphy and enjoy festive stories and songs that will be sure to get you in the holiday spirit. There will be heartwarming and humorous original storytelling, foot tapping music with inspiring vocals, surprise special guests, and that magical feeling that happens when people gather in a theatre to share and be entertained. Bring your family and friends and join us on The Verandah this holiday season.
“I can’t think of a more perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit than to come with family and friends to experience Megan and Kate’s heart-warming work,” explains Managing Artistic Director Blackwell. “Every time I experience the truth and love in The Verandah Society, I am changed a bit more.”
Co-creators and performers Murphy and Suhr say, “We're so thrilled to be collaborating with the 4th Line team again this Christmas. We cannot wait to see you ‘on the verandah’ at the Peterborough Theatre Guild this December!”
Tickets for the seven performances are on sale now and are available to purchase through 4th Line Theatre’s box office and website. Purchase tickets in advance to avoid disappointment, as shows often sell out well in advance of performance dates. Tickets are $40 each for an adult ticket and $30 each for a youth ticket (5-16 years old). Special group rates are avaialble for groups of 12 or more, school groups and retirement residence groups. Tickets include taxes. An $8 convenience fee will apply to every telephone and online order.
Special Reserved Seating Promotion: Purchase four or more tickets for The Verandah Society: Up to Snow Good before December 1st and receive reserved seats for you and your party!
All shows will be held at the Peterborough Theatre Guild at 364 Rogers Street in Peterborough. NOTE: The play will not be performed at the Winslow Farm.
The Verandah Society: Up to Snow Good
World Premiere
Created by Megan Murphy & Kate Suhr
Directed by Kim Blackwell
Musical Direction by Justin Hiscox
Featuring Dan Fewings, Justin Hiscox, Melissa Payne and TATA students
December 11—15, 2024
Peterborough Theatre Guild, 364 Rogers Street, Peterborough, ON
Performance Schedule:
· Wednesday, December 11th at 7 PM
· Thursday, December 12th at 7 PM
· Friday, December 13th at 1 PM - Best for school groups
· Friday, December 13th at 7 PM
· Saturday, December 14th at 2 PM
· Saturday, December 14th at 7 PM
· Sunday, December 15th at 2 PM
Tickets for 4th Line Theatre productions can be purchased by phone at 705-932-4445 or toll-free at 800-814-0055, online at www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca or at 4th Line Theatre’s Box Office at 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook. The box office is open Mondays through Fridays, 9 AM – 5 PM.