What do NASA, Michelangelo's David and jumping out of a plane have in common? They were all in the First Annual Theatre in the Wings Canadian National 10-Minute Play Festival, featuring the work of talented writers from across the country. After reading one hundred and sixty eight entries, our judges picked seven:
Caleb and Rita by Jessica Moss
Celebrities in Space by Jessica Moss
Chute by Guy Newsham
Nothing to Get Hung About by Marc Coyle
On Beauty by Dave Carley
Riverside by Leslea Kroll
Worth Less by Susan Rogers
"What a fantastic afternoon. Loved the plays, each so different. Well acted, very entertaining. Play writing is definitely alive and well in Canada! Bravo!" - Judie Preece
"Wonderful afternoon of ten minute plays today. I live in Rideau Ferry so it’s a good two hour plus drive but it was so worth it." - Jane Stott
"We enjoyed every minute of every play!" - Rosella Donaldson
"A delightful debut for the Canadian National 10-Minute Play Festival. Good selection - from poignant to punny - well cast and well played. Bravo!" - Gerry Fraiberg
"Great evening of hilarious and touching plays." - Jane Gardner
"What a FABULOUS night!! We loved the show, every minute! Congratulations to the cast and crew!! We're so glad that this is the FIRST Annual Canadian National 10-Minute Play Festival. We look forward to many more!" - Susan McCourt
"Excellent evening of diverse stories, superbly presented." - Barb Grenier
"We loved all of the performances! Had a good chuckle and a delightful afternoon!" - Terry Hart
Felix in “Worth Less”
Mrs. Jones in “Worth Less”
Kathy in “Worth Less”
Andrew in “Caleb and Rita”& Fabrizio in “On Beauty”
Terri in “Caleb and Rita”, Lisa in “On Beauty” & Woman in “Riverside”
Alessandro in “On Beauty” & Man in “Chute”
Walter in “Nothing to Get Hung About” & Man in “Riverside”
Woman in “Chute” & Augusta in “Nothing to Get Hung About”
Callaghan in “Celebrities in Space”
Olendowski in “Celebrities in Space”
Blake in “Celebrities in Space” & Shelter Worker in “Worth Less”
