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Stratford: Rod Beattie returns in the Wingfield spin-off “Marsh Marigolds” June 20-22

Saturday, April 26, 2025

It’s the moment that Wingfield fans have been waiting for…

Rod Beattie, the legendary Canadian actor and star of stage and screen, returns to the Stratford Perth Museum with a brand-new, never-before-seen story from the creators of Wingfield Farm.

Written by Dan Needles, the mind behind the iconic series, and starring Rod Beattie, Member of the order of Canada and national treasure, this exclusive premiere reading is your chance to be the first to experience:


🌾 Marsh Marigolds: An Agricultural Thriller

A rural noir full of mystery, danger, and farm-fresh romance.

It’s as if Raymond Chandler got lost in Persephone Township...

Marsh Marigolds: An Agricultural Thriller

🌾 Soft-hitting, slow-paced, and funny as hell.

Written by Dan Needles

Starring Rod Beattie, Member of the Order of Canada

Come to a very special premiere reading and performance of this brand-new work— Dan and Rod want to share it with their favourite audience: you.

📍 The Players Backstage at the Stratford Perth Museum

(Rain or shine. Limited seating. If we get unlucky with the weather we will head inside.)

Showtimes:

🗓️ Friday, June 20 at 7 PM

🗓️ Saturday, June 21 at 7 PM

🗓️ Sunday, June 22 at 2 PM (Matinee)

Ticket Info:

🎟️ Museum Members: $35+tax (Pre-sale starts Monday, April 28)

🎟️ General Public: $45+tax (On sale Monday, May 12)

This is your chance to be part of something truly special. Help shape the journey of Marsh Marigolds—and enjoy an unforgettable evening of storytelling, satire, and suspense.

Visit www.stratfordperthmuseum.ca.