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8 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday,November 9, 2010 THANK YOU TO THE GEORGETOWN SLO PITCH LEAGUE (The wrong sports group was mentioned in error in an ad that ran Nov. 4, 2010. Please accept our apologies) Community Members Wanted for Halton District School Board's Special Education Advisory Committee The Halton District School Board requires a maximum of three "members-at-large" to serve on its Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). For your generosity and making it a night to remember for Rob and Brenda. ENTERTAINMENT Review: GLT's Wait Until Dark By TED BROWN Staff Writer Strong cast lends to thrilling play including killing anyone who might get in his way. Morton's bad guy makes the play a thriller. John Wallace is Mike Talman, one of the `bad' guys the audience actually seems to care for. In spite of the fact he's in on the `plan', Wallace gives his character a sensitivity making us tend to almost trust him. Giving a bit of comic relief is Chris Reid, who plays the sometimes inept `Sgt. Carlino,' which is his alias as a criminal. Reid's character is portrayed as a stereotypical `bad guy' from a TV series-- but it works. Robert Young and Gary McIlravey play the bit parts of police patrolmen, but have no speaking parts. The set of Wait Until Dark is quite effective as a small apartment, giving the feel of a real apartment in Greenwich Village. Lighting was effective, but had one shortcoming in the play. During the most thrilling part of the play, part of it takes place in the dark. Although purists would say having the action take place in total darkness is effective, a play is meant to be `seen' and the scene required a bit more light on stage, so the audience could `know' what was happening. Some special effects were visually lost due to the total darknessand that was a pity. Many people have seen the movie version of the same title, and comparisons are always made between the stage and the big screen. GLT's production is not hurt by its screen counterpart, rather makes one want to see it on stage. Wait Until Dark is a thriller that works. Most of us already know the plot, but still want to sit on the edge of our seats, to see it all unfold in front of us. And GLT's production accomplishes that task quite nicely. The play runs until Nov. 13. It's not often Georgetown Little Theatre produces a thriller, but with the opening of Wait Until Dark, Thursday The Committee, an advisory group to the Board, will bring forward information and recommendations night at John Elliott Theatre, the deregarding programs and services for exceptional pupils. Two trustees and up to 12 members representing parture to that genre works. local associations also serve on SEAC. The plot centres around Susy, a The "members at large" must have the following qualifications: young blind woman whose husband a Canadian citizen of the age of 18 years or older Sam is a photographer. At times, Sam's a resident within the jurisdiction of the Halton District School Board, and work takes him away from their Green a public school supporter wich Village apartment, so Susy must Board employees are not eligible for appointment. rely on Gloria, a young girl who lives in Interested community members should submit their application (résumé) with a letter indicating what an upstairs apartment, to be her `eyes' strengths they would bring to this position by Wednesday, December 1, 2010 to: at times. Pamela Cooley, New Street Education Centre During one of his trips, Sam is ap3250 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, L4N 1M8 proached by a woman in the airport, Gerry Ockenden, Chair David Euale, Director asking him to deliver a doll to a young girl in a local hospital near his place-- but the doll is actually concealing something else. Member Organizations required for Halton District School Board's Once Sam arrives home, the bad Special Education Advisory Committee guys plan how to retrieve the doll, and The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) seeks local organizations for membership. must contend with his blind wife. Susy is at times too trusting of the people Under Ontario's Education Act, every school board must have a Special Education Advisory Committee who she believes are police officers, (SEAC). This committee makes recommendations to the Board concerning the establishment, but in the end, she uses her blindness development and delivery of special education programs and services. as an advantage, making for a thrilling Currently, the Halton District School Board's Special Education Advisory Committee is seeking conclusion. additional local organizations to become members of the committee. The association or organization of Tara Ross plays the vulnerable Susy, parents must operate locally within the jurisdiction of the board, and be affiliated with a provincial association/organization dedicated to the well-being or interests of exceptional children. The organization and gives a strong performance, as she must meet all other requirements as outlined in Regulation 464/97 for membership to SEAC. bumps into furniture on stage, stares into space, and portrays the frustration Organizations interested in participating on SEAC for the Halton District School Board are asked to one might have trying to adapt to havsubmit a letter by Wednesday, December 1, 2010, explaining their interest to: ing lost one's sight. Pamela Cooley, New Street Education Centre Fraser McDonald plays Sam, her 3250 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, L4N 1M8 doting husband, giving us a believable Gerry Ockenden, Chair David Euale, Director character who is constantly trying to encourage her to be independent. Cassie Roy plays the snotty little Gloria, who lives upstairs. At first she gives the audience someone they love to hate, yet eventually comes around. Terry Morton is sinister as the manipulative Harry Roat Jr. Morton gives his character a dark side that makes him seem capable of doing anything, SERVED THURSDAY & FRIDAY 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Featuring: - Roast Beef - Asso Assorted Salads $ k dH -B Baked Ham - Meatballs -D Dessert Table, Tea & Coffee HST INCLUDED LUNCH BUFFET Private Catering Available 11.50 The Descendents Classic Rock `n Roll/Dance Serving you in Halton Hills Meet your Member of Provincial Parliament, Ted Arnott. Friday, November 12th 12:00 to 1:30 pm Georgetown Market Place 280 Guelph Street ~ LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ~ Fri. & Sat. 9:30 pm - close 79 Main Street South, Georgetown 905-877-3388 TED ARNOTT, MPP Wellington-Halton Hills