Upcoming Shows

On Stage for Kids - Family Theatre presents....

All performances are held on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Naismith Memorial Public School, 260 King Street, Almonte.

Dufflebag Theatre - A Christmas Carol - November 20th, 2011

Since 1992, the nearly world-famous DuffleBag Theatre has wowed audiences of all ages in theatres, festivals and schools across the country. Currently the company performs over 600 shows a year, across Canada, the U.S., and internationally. The DuffleBag Theatre actors begin the retelling of original adaptations of select fairy tales and Shakespearean classics full of wit and humour. Just when the audience becomes enthralled by the story - a twist is created! Before your very eyes audience members are asked to come up on stage and join in the action. Their unpredictable performances are hilarious! www.dufflebag.com/

Mousetales - Waterwood Theatre Projects - January 29, 2012

Puppetry, music, stories and fun. Waterwood Theatre Projects Mouse Tales is a wonderful introduction to the magic of theatre. Two story telling hosts, a family of mice, Daisy the Cat and Rex the Lion tell familiar stories on traditional cat and mouse themes. Comic scenarios delighting young audiences and adults alike are presented in verbal and non verbal ways, making this show accessible to all. Mouse Tales uses traditional hand puppets, mouth puppets, sets and props to make this theatrical experience engaging, meaningful and most importantly fun.Puppetry, music, stories and fun. Waterwood Theatre Projects Mouse Tales is a wonderful introduction to the magic of theatre. Two story telling hosts, a family of mice, Daisy the Cat and Rex the Lion tell familiar stories on traditional cat and mouse themes. Comic scenarios delighting young audiences and adults alike are presented in verbal and non verbal ways, making this show accessible to all. Mouse Tales uses traditional hand puppets, mouth puppets, sets and props to make this theatrical experience engaging, meaningful and most importantly fun.

Aboriginal Experiences - The Gift - February 26, 2012

Storytelling theatre features mask and movement to share this traditional Algonquin legend of how the eagle was given his white head. The story is followed by a Spirit of Dance which features contemporary movement, scripted narration and performances of Pow Wow dance.

Ventriloquist Tim Holland -The Puppet Tamer - March 25, 2012

Warning! Puppets may appear more real than some people you know.
This Circus Ventriloquist Family Comedy Show may contain, Juggling, Clowning, and Audience Participation. Through Cheap Trickery and Genuine Magic, master ventriloquist, Tim Holland convinces the audience of the dangers inherent in the taming of ferocious and uncooperative puppets. www.puppettamer.com