a Borelians shoot for competition win Dave Ellis has a tough act to follow. He is director of the Borelians production of "Deathtrap", a spell- binding mystery now well into rehearsals which will be the comm- unity theatre's entry in the 1984 Ontario Drama competitions. Last year, of course, the Borelians achieved remarkable success in the Drama competitions with their production of "Nurse Jane Goes to Hawaii"', placing second and winning awards for best costumes and best male supporting actor. While the Borelians no doubt are hoping for a strong showing in the competitions this year with 'Deathtrap', Dave and the entire cast and crew are too busy gett- ing ready for opening night February 24 to spend any time looking over their shoulders at last year. "Sure, we want to do very well. We are hoping for a good play for adjudication (March 1) and we will be giving it our best shot," Dave said during an interview at rehearsals at Town Hall, 1873 in Port Perry last Thursday night. "Deathtrap," by Ira Levin, who penned such thrillers as Rosemary's Baby and Boys From Brazil, is an ambitious undertaking for the Borelians. In fact, Dave says the Borelians are one of the very few amateur theatre groups to attempt to stage this production. Technically, it is a tough play, says Dave. There must be a lot of emphasis on such things as lighting, sound, props and special effects. The five person cast of "Deathtrap", which is set in modern day New England, includes Terry Hodgins and John Stewart of Port Perry, both well known for their work in amateur theatre here. And there are three newcomers to the Borelians stage: Rick Kerr, who has worked in theatre in Whitby; Roz Michaels- Ludgate, also from Whitby; and Coralie Nolan from Claremont, who has a background in professional singing. All the action takes place in the study of Sidney Bruhl (played by Hodgins) a middle-aged playwright who has not written a successful play for many years. Director Ellis says the play is a "spell-binder,"' guaranteed to keep the audience on the edge of their seats, with a plot that has more twists and turns than a grapevine, and an ending that will surprise and shock. Casting was held last December and rehear- sals got underway on January 3. For this production, the Borelians have been fortunate to have the services of Tony Durrant as supervisor of lighting. He has also given two full-day light- ing workshops under a grant through the Theatre Ontario Train- ing Program. Some of the other people involved off- stage in this production include producer Lyn Sparling; Dave Litt, set design; Beth Schryburt, costumes; Zoe Allen, make-up; Tessa Dyer, assistant director; Greg Dechert, music and special sound effects; and Dave Sparling as technical co-ordinator. There will be five per- ' formances on Feb. 25 and March 3rd will be dinner-theatre style. The March 1 perform- ance will be adjudicated by Mira Friedlander as the 1984 Festival entry. If the production is judged the best among _ amateur theatre groups in central Ontario, it will be taken to Tor- onto's Harbourfront to compete against the best from all over the province. Tickets for "Death- trap' are available at Irwin Smith Music on Queen Street in Port Perry. For more information, call 985- 3714. School jackets arrive, video dance coming up by Shelley Ash If you ordered a PPHS school jacket and have been waiting patiently for them to arrive, your patience has paid off; they arrived last Thurs- day and if you haven't picked yours up yet, do so right away. If the halls seemed a bit emptier and just a little bit quieter last Thursday, Friday and Monday, its because the Phys. Ed. department has taken the grades 9 to 12 on skiing trips to Mos- port on these days. 0.K. guys, have you saved enough money up to buy your favourite gal some carnations? They go on sale this week (9th) and I'm sure there is one special per- son who would love to receive one. The car- nations will be delivered to your valentine(s) homeroom on Valen- tine's day, Tuesday, Feb. 14. This Friday the 16th, is concert T-shirt day, so everybody dive into your drawers and pull out your favourite group's T-shirt. At lunch time you'll have a chance to flaunt your shirt at the sock hop in the gym. You can Bang Your Head, Rock, Rock till you drop, or what- ever turns your crank. Don't forget about the winter carnival and CHUM video dance is next week. Tune in next week to PPHS news. SAVE YOUR BODY Port Perry (416) 985-8469 BUSTS VAN SMP SORTRACTING LTD. LS S| UAL Twin, Double, N Queen {= 39 0.0¢ ! BRASS BEDS from NORTH PARK DISTRIBUTORS (2 Est 1946 - 3368 Vongn, Torente - 488-7911, / m0. A. of Lawrence SIZE BEDS OUR PECIALLY 00% 2%. SEALY POSTUREPEDIC ; MATTRESSES/BOX SPRINGS STATION ate Onoeen Ring wt 198° in Ba RB I EF -- Cored PORT PERRY STAR -- Tues. February 7, 1984 -- 15 Greenbank News by Helen McKean Rev. Rodgers invited anyone who wishes to join the United Church to contact him. The Communicant Classes begin next Sunday even ing. The first of a series of sermons, on Sunday was "I Am the Bread of Life". Everyone enjoy- ed the two solos Mr. George Timms sang, accompanied by Mr. Gordie Beare on the guitar. Mr. Ted Cordnier is now teaching the Junior Sunday School Class. Our "Country Cousins Amateur Hour" will be an evening of great fun. Come and bring a friend to the Church on Sat- urday night. Dot and Roy Hooker entertained Jan and Dave Robinson and family at dinner Sat- urday night. Greenbank sends our sympathy to the 'Elmer Rennie' Family' on the sudden passing in Florida of brother George. We are sadden- ed to hear of the death of Mrs. Margaret Bruce's mother in Edward Island. Our February meet- ing of the Women's Institute should be interesting. Donna Irwin has something special planned for you on Wednesday 15th at the McKean's resid- ence. Come and bring a friend or maybe your daughter. This is "Home is Where Your Heart Is" month! Don and Helen Mc- Kean. visited Severn Bridge last Thursday with Bradley and Matthew Bishop and parents Sally and Bert. On Sunday Pat and Larry Treleaun were home for the day with grandchildren, Jennifer Prince. and Jeffrey.It seems one of the family are always moving! Daughter Dale and family moved to Chat- ham. Larry is moving to Stroud and daughther Donna West and family are going to be living in Summerside, P.E.I. in the R.C.M.P. detach- ment, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Simmons of Ingersoll visited on Saturday with his grandmother, Mrs. Verna Baird. A delightful afternoon Country Cousins time was spent on Saturday Feb. 4th in Trinity United Church in Ux- bridge when so many friends joined to bring best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Symons on their 60th wedding ann- iversary. Everyone was 80 happy to see their two daughters, Jean Hunter: ~ and Marie Ryan an , families, grandchil 'and 7 great grand- children. Remember on Valen- tine's Day, "Home is where the Heart is!" Safe wood burning With the increasing use of wood burning stoves for a supplemen- tary heat source, some additional home safety precautions are necessary says the In- dustrial Accident Prevention Association. * Make sure the chimney is clean and that dampers are working properly. * Never start a fireor try to revive one with flam- mable liquids, use proper kindling * Do not store com- bustibles near the stove, and keep your fuel supp- ly at a safe distance. * Dispose of ashes in a fire-proof metal con- tainer and set it on a non- combustible surface. Shop Fish Derby success Seagrave and Area News by Patty Williams The 2nd Annual Sea- grave Body Shop Fish Derby has come to a close for another year. The enthusiastic partici- pants made the event 80 successful with their support and donations. The official weigh-in was held at the Sea- grave Store by Bob Bruce. The winners and their prize winning pick- eral were as follows: 1st Rod Jones - 9 1bs.,8 0z.: 2nd Albert Van Beek 7 lbs., 12 oz. and 3rd Harold Dervent 5 lbs, 1 0z. Happy Birthday wish- es go out to Bessy 5 Year Annual Interest Fishby whose family was home with her this weekend to celebrate her 86th birthday. The Mariposa Ladies Group will be meeting at the home of Laura Longo on Wed. Feb. 8th. The Country Cousins Couples Club Social has been changed to Sat- urday, Feb. 11th at 7:30 p.m. Please call Mildred Puckrin at 985- 2627 if you have a talent to share. The Seagrave Parks Board will be holding its annual Winter Fun Day on Sunday, Feb. 12th at 1 p.m. in the Seagrave REKKER PHOTOGRAPHY 220 Cochrane St. - Port Perry - Candid Weddings - PHONE 985-7086 11/2" MEMBER CANADA DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORP TERMGUARD SAVINGS & LOAN COMPANY APPLY TO DON FORDER INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. 30 WATER ST., PORT PERRY - 985-8471 RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Park. Activities will include skiing, sleigh rides and even a base-- ball game. All are welcome to come and join in the fun. The UCW Variety Supper will be Tuesday Feb. 14th at 6 p.m. at the Seagrave United Church. Tickets are $3.50 for adults and $1. PHILIPS "tohvenc | for children under 12. The Sunday School will be having a skating party on Sunday Feb. 26th at 1:00. The location will be announ- ced later. Please give Marilyn Beacock a call at 985 3595 with your news items for next week. 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