See Gaslight at the Capitol Theatre Port Hope this summer.

The classic thriller comes with even more twists in this Canadian adaptation.

Bella Manningham thinks she’s losing her mind. In the evenings, she hears strange sounds and the gas lights dim for no apparent reason. But is she losing her grip on reality, or is it being loosened for her?

This Canadian adaptation of Patrick Hamilton’s iconic 1938 play reimagines the classic thriller from a modern perspective, with a “what if” that takes Bella’s life in a new and dangerous direction. The question is, will she be able to find the strength – and cunning – to save herself?

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE TERM GASLIGHT CAME FROM THE PLAY?

The term “to gaslight” is a reference to the 1938 British play Gas Light by Patrick Hamilton which came out before the 1944 movie Gaslight that brought mainstream attention to the story.

CAST:

Bella: Courtney Ch'ng Lancaster

Jack: Darren Martens

Nancy: Mallory James

Elizabeth: Glynis Ranney

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GASLIGHT

By Johnna Wright & Patty Jamieson

Based on Patrick Hamilton’s Play

Directed by Marie Farsi

August 21 – September 6, 2026

For tickets visit capitoltheatre.com