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th ei fp .c a Th e IF P -H al to n H ill s | T hu rs da y, Ju ne 11 ,2 02 0 | 14 The Halton Hills theatre community is mourning the loss of two women who were pioneers on the local stage. Vera Macdonald and Dorothy Hunt, who both passed away in late May, were members of the Georgetown Little Theatre (GLT) for decades and made their mark both be- hind the scenes and in front of an audience. Macdonald, who lived to the age of 90, had a title that not many could boast of as a founding member of both the GLT and Globe Produc- tions. GLT vice president Tay- lor Grist says she also wore many more hats as a teach- er, mentor, inspiration and incredible actress, to name a few. "Her voice could so ef- fortlessly fill a room," he said. "If she was not direct- ing or acting, she would teach workshops to our Youth Company, always projecting her vivacity and utter zest for theatre upon those around her." In her retirement, Mac- donald would rarely miss a GLT production, noted Grist. "She would often be the last to leave the lobby after a performance, as practi- cally every member of the cast would humbly ap- proach her and ask, 'What did you think?'" he re- called. "Her indelible lega- cy will forever inspire all those who knew her, and her presence will be felt be- tween claps at all our fu- ture curtain calls." Hunt, who was in her 89th year, joined the GLT in 1965 and went on to pro- duce over 100 plays, direct countless shows and share her knowledge serving on the board of directors. "Dorothy Hunt was the glue that held GLT togeth- er," said Grist. "It's no se- cret that a community the- atre can be a chaotic place, but Dorothy knew exactly where everything be- longed." After the theatre's re- hearsal space burned down in 1999, Hunt chaired the building committee to re- build the group's home. Grist said her tenacity kept GLT moving as she found new rehearsal spac- es, liaised with the Town and raised thousands of dollars from local busi- nesses. "It's undeniable that without Dorothy Hunt, our community theatre would not be what it is today," he said. "She gave us all a place to belong." The group members plan to honour the two women as they mark their 60th anniversary this year. "The exploits and im- pressions of these two bril- liant women could fill vol- umes, let alone one news- paper article," noted Grist. "It's with immense pride that we stand on the earth they paved, the stage that they set." COMMUNITY WOMEN LEAVE 'INDELIBLE LEGACY' ON THEATRE SCENE Dorothy Hunt (left) and Vera Macdonald. GLT photos "The exploits and impressions of these two brilliant women could fill volumes." - GLT vice president Taylor Grist MELANIE HENNESSEY mhennessey@ metroland.com $949,900 NEW PRICE$1,399,900 Fabulous Charleston built raised bungalow, 1728 sqft, private lot backing onto trees, full in-law suite with above grade windows & separate entrance. Hardwood floors, granite counters, updated main bath, freshly painted thru-out, full double car garage. Wonderful layout for this 3211 sqft home with fabulous views of greenspace, stunning backyard oasis with salt water pool, waterfall, diving rock and cabana bar. Walkout finished basement. Renovated kitchen with quartz counters and main floor office. 181 Tanners Drive • COMinG sOOn 30 BOwMan sTreeT, GeOrGeTOwn Visit www.jodiemcgucken.com • jodie@jodiemcgucken.com