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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 7 Nov 1990, p. 11

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Drama Workshop is "Put on the Spot" by Jodi MacDonald St. Stephen's O.A.C. Drama Drama Class proudly presents their cabaret, "The Only Game In Town." It was created by Mr. J. Sheridan, the drama teacher at St. Stephen's High School. "This show is going to try ; peO' thej ig t< and do justice tcT eight people's people's relationships as they mix and intertwine witn each other in and out of love," explains your host- bartender, Willy. "It will be like watching a year's worth Jean O'Brien plays the emotionally high-strung Danielle Danielle and John Robichaud plays the outrageous Jud in St. Stephen's High School's upcoming"production of The Only Game In Town. This cabaret-style production production is presented November 15 and 16 at St. Stephen's j High School Auditorium. There are two shows nightly, ' beginning at seven p.m. and nine p.m. SATURDAY NIGHT BUFFET Only $13.95 A Delightful Combination of Chinese and Canadian Entrees Party Reservations now being taken FRANKLIN HOUSE INN Bethany, Cty,Rd, 38 Opposite DEVIL'S ELBOW PHONE 277-3297 THE LIGHTHOUSE 4 pîj ypcwpvfb LU AND* RESTAURANT PRESENTS PRIME TYME Friday, November 9th Appearing at 9:00 p.m. No cover charge THE HOTEL Liberty St, and 401 623-3373 Bowmanville The Canndism Statesman. Bowmanville, November 7,1990 11 A guide to fine dining and entertainment. Noted Entertainer Performs For Young Audience at BHS - f Members of the Bowmanville Drama Workshop mounted a spirited performance fof the children's play "Put on the Spot" during the weekend. The production includ- fed a Friday night performance and two on Saturday. The cast of characters is '.shown above during their opening number. They include: Maureen Highgate, Kar- -;plyn Shipley, John Maloney, Ken Brignall, Valerie Mutton, Irene Bennett, Jane ■Vatcher, Tom Varley and Doreen Cripps. The play, by Beth McMaster, was under the direction of Nick Van Seggelen. It's the tale of a group of zoo animals who are -fighting to stop their zoo from being dismantled and replaced with apartment ;buildings. St. Stephen's Back on Stage of soap opera episodes crammed into an hour with complimentary music from our band." The performance dates ore Thursday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 16. There are two shows nightly, the first at 7 p.m. and the second at 9 p.m. There are no advanced ticket sales, so just show up at St. Stephen's Auditorium one half hour before the show to purchase your ticket. ticket. We have a great cast of actors, and actresses! Don't miss your chance to see "The Only Game In Town!" Juno Award-winner Charlotte Diamond captivated- captivated- a Bowmanville audience on Sunday afternoon in a concert which included lots of humour, audience- participation and musical variety. She entertained and educated educated about 200 parents and children attending the first in a series of three "Harmony" "Harmony" series performances taking taking place at the Bowmanville Bowmanville High School Auditorium. The Harmony Series is sponsored by The Canadian Parents for French. A Charlotte Diamond concert includes not only participation from the crowd but also songs which explore a variety of musical traditions, traditions, and languages. In a number such as "La Bamba", the kids are literally literally dancing in the aisles while some of the children selected from the crowd play percussion instruments with Charlotte on the stage. Songs such as "May There Always be Sun" are rendered in five different languages. And the musical numbers range from a rap tune to traditional traditional folk songs. Charlotte Diamond resides resides with her family in Vancouver, British Columbia. Columbia. - She taught science, french and music at the jur- nior high school level for 12 years before embarking on a full-time teaching career. She has five albums to her credit, including the Juno-winning "10,Carrot Diamond." Diamond." Her newest recording, entitled entitled The Christmas Gift, was released just this fall. It is described as a musical window on celebrations and festivities around the world. Songs from Africa, Peru, Spain, France,-England and Germany are among the selections. selections. She also has released a 30-minute videotape entitled entitled Diamonds and Dragons featuring family favourites such as Dicky Dinosaur, Slimy Slimy the Slug, The Laundry Monster, ana many others. Charlotte says that her •experience as a teacher has certainly been useful in her- musical career. "I'm just in a different classroom," she explains explains when she describes her role as a performer. "It gives me a lot of experience experience to draw on," she adds. And she says that the administrative administrative skills she gained as a teacher also assisted assisted her in setting up her own company, Hug Bug Music Music Inc. Charlotte has two children, children, age 15 and 12 who continue to help their moth- you QifU and Qtoétùufli; Hi Hal fawi loàit « On w«M SINCE 1930 Sandra Yates Phone 623-5873 Muriel Moynes Phone 623-7741 er with the writing of new songs. Her son, Matthew^co- wrote "Slimy the Slug" and her son, Thomas, inspired "Dicky Dinosaur," which is,a prehistoric rap tune. Charlotte's Charlotte's husband, Harry, has been a commercial salmon fisherman for 20 years, but, with his degree in accounting accounting and business, is now managing her career fulltime. fulltime. . She is accompanied on the stage during her tours by her producer, Paul Git- litz, who sings back-up vocals vocals and plays instruments that include violin, guitar, mandolin and percussion. The Bowmanville concert concluded an Ontario tour, although she will be returning returning to this province November November 10 for a performance with the Mississauga Symphony Symphony and a number of other other Ontario shows. There are two remaining shows in the Harmony series. series. These include a performance performance by the Join Hands Puppeteers on Sunday, March 3 and a visit by The Ontario Ballet Theatre which will perform The Magic Flute on Sunday, April. 21. For further information, information, call 623-6203; 263- 8809 or 987-4682. Sponsorship has been assisted assisted by the Province of Ontario Ontario through the Ontario Arts Council. RED BARN LEATHER FASHIONS HALF PRICE SALE Jackets from $ 199 00 FENELON FALLS QUALITY APPAREL and ACCESSORIES for Ladies and Men HUGE SELECTION - FAMILY SPECIALS Come and Compare - Open All Year Including Sundays - We also carry a wide selection of ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES and MORE 12 FRANCIS ST. W., FENELON FALLS (705) 887-1700 Musician Has Enthusiastic Help from Crowd Audience participation is an important feature of concerts by Charlotte Diamond. Diamond. During the closing number of her show at the Bowmanville High School on Sunday, the Vancouver-based musician was assisted by a number of volunteers from the audience who played percussion instruments. The concert was sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French and is the first of a three-concert "Harmony" series which will continue in the new year. ST. STEPHEN'S O.A.C. DRAMA CLASS PROUDLY PRESENTS THE CABARET: Gfm£ in toe Created by: J. M. Sheridan Thursday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 16 at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. TWO SHOWS NIGHTLY. AT ST. STEPHEN'S HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM . Adults $5.00 Students $4.00 Tickets are available at the door, one half hour before the show RE-OPENING NOV. 9 MEET ME AT THE MARINA Fridays from 8:30 p.m. Thank Goodness 1rs Fi DANCING to the Sounds of our Disc Jockey No Cover Casual Attire Lake Road off Liberty SKS. Exit 432.401 fi.n. 2 Bowmanville, Ont. LtC 3K3 (416) 623-4925 * dosipnated driving program Shooters ^^^^^^InthoBRIG^ Saturdays from 8:30 p.m. ANCE to your Favorites of the '50s, '60s, 70s and this year's. HOTTEST NEW CLUB No Cover Snack Menu Proper Dross Required LTD. 2ND ANNUAL NORRFOIX COUNTRY CRAFT SHOW W 000 all Sunday, Nov. 11, 1990 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BOWMANVILLE RECREATION COMPLEX (At. corner of I-Iwy. 2 and 57) APMlSSlflM Adults: $1 Children and Seniors: Free * * * * Country Crafts and Collectibles Decorating Accessories and More * * * * INFORMATION PHONE (416) 623-9322

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