Crocus 80 Theatre joyously embraces the spirit of Christmas with a festive celebration featuring "The Gift of the Magi," a timeless short story penned by O. Henry in 1905. This renowned tale has been beautifully adapted for the stage by local playwright, Wendy Sidloski.
Dedicated volunteer, Charlotte Jones shares the festive details, “It’s been several years since we last organized a Christmas performance. And so, we wanted to do something special for the community this Christmas.”
Attendees will witness a multitude of fresh faces gracing the Crocus 80 stage, alongside an exciting new collaboration with the Community Carolers, a beautiful musical partnership under the direction of Colleen Weimer.
“I have not experienced the first turbulent two weeks of the play and I've just been helping out behind the scenes for the last little bit and the first time I saw it I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. I think the community that comes out, will really enjoy everything that we have to offer,” added Jones.
Bernadette Mullen takes the helm as the director for "The Gift of the Magi." The production will feature three showings at the Tommy Douglas Performing Arts Centre: two evening performances one on Friday, December 15, and one on Saturday, December 16. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the show commencing at 7:30 p.m. Additionally, a matinee performance is scheduled for Saturday afternoon, with doors opening at 1:00 p.m. and the show starting at 2:00 p.m. A silver collection will be taken at the door, and attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for donation to the Weyburn Food Bank.
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