For Immediate Release: Simcoe Little Theatre announces their highly anticipated 2024/25 Season

Little Shop of Horrors, Art, and Jessica’s Fine Adventure make up a season of laughter, adventure, and music

July 26, 2024 – Simcoe, ON – Simcoe Little Theatre (SLT) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2024/25 season, featuring a diverse lineup of productions that promise to entertain, inspire, and captivate audiences. This season, SLT will present three remarkable plays: Little Shop of Horrors, Art, and Jessica’s Fine Adventure. Each production boasts a talented director and a unique story that will take theatregoers on unforgettable journeys.

The season kicks off with the classic cult musical, Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Hannah Dolson. Opening in November 2024, this beloved musical show tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a meek flower shop assistant who discovers a strange and unusual plant that brings him fame and fortune – at a deadly cost. The plant, named Audrey II, has a mysterious craving for human blood, leading Seymour down a dark and comedic path.

Hannah Dolson, director of Little Shop of Horrors, shares her excitement: “Little Shop of Horrors has a really special place in my heart. I did this musical in high school, where I met lifelong friends, and started a friendship with my current partner (he played the dentist when we did it!).”

Following Little Shop of Horrors, the season continues with the thought-provoking and witty play, Art, directed by Courtney Deelen. On stage in March 2025, Art explores the complexities of friendship through the lens of modern art. The story revolves around three friends—Serge, Marc, and Yvan—whose relationships are tested when Serge purchases an expensive and controversial piece of art. The play delves into themes of loyalty, personal taste, and the nature of art itself. A play that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply humorous, Art’s exploration of friendship and the subjective nature of art will resonate with audiences on many levels.

The season concludes in May 2025 with the heartwarming and adventurous Jessica’s Fine Adventure, directed by Val Smith. This play tells the story of Jessica Quartermaine, a woman of 69 years, widowed for 19 years, and the survivor of a 31-year marriage of, as she puts it, “relentless predictability” and “sensual deprivation”. Feeling more and more that life is passing her by, Jessica comes up with a plan to experience “the euphoria of sweet intimacy” by posting a newspaper ad in the personals.

What follows is a heart-warming and hilarious journey of self-discovery, as Jessica in her quest for romance, finds unexpected new meaning to her adventure, and learns how to experience the sheer joy of being gloriously alive.

Val Smith, director of Jessica’s Fine Adventure, expresses her passion for the character of Jessica: “I love Jessica’s spunk and attitude – never too old to turn the page and try something different, don’t let life pass you by. The gentlemen ‘friends’ she discovers are true characters, in every sense of the word.”

Simcoe Little Theatre’s 2024/25 season promises to be a spectacular showcase of talent, creativity, and storytelling. Season subscriptions will be available shortly, offering patrons the best value and the opportunity to experience all three exceptional productions. Individual show tickets will go on sale shortly afterwards.

For more information on each production, or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.simcoelittletheatre.org or contact the SLT Box Office at (519) 583-0505.

About Simcoe Little Theatre

Simcoe Little Theatre is a non-profit community theater located in Simcoe, Ontario in beautiful Norfolk County. For over 60 years, Simcoe Little Theatre has been dedicated to providing quality theatrical productions and fostering a love for the performing arts in the local community. With a talented team of actors, directors, and volunteers, Simcoe Little Theatre continues to entertain and inspire audiences of all ages. For more information, visit www.simcoelittletheatre.org. Where Community Stars Shine!

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Lighthouse Festival & Simcoe Little Theatre
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