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10 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, March é, 1984 Jitters marks successful production for company by Cathy Robb The cast and crew might have had a few pre-show jitters but they 'hardly showed in either production of the David French comedy Jitters, the first effort of * Scugog's newly formed Theatre Workshop Productions. The Latcham Centre was the host for what was originally supposed to be the one and only performance of Jitters, on February 10. The "audience liked it so much, however, that the whole crew was moved over to Blackstock last Friday for a dinner theatre encore at the request of the Black- stock Lion's Club. This second perform- ance came as a surprise to a few local people who saw the first one and were offended . by Jitters' earthy language. As play- wright David French wrote it, the script details the high-strung antics of actors just before they go on stage. Predictably, their vocabulary isn't the prettiest as they ver- bally tear each other apart, and although the liberal use of four-letter words adds realism, at least one person who phoned the Star office to complain isn't ready for that kind of realism. Language aside, the cast and crew of Jitters is to be commended on a satisfactory first pro- duction. Many of those involv- ed with the group had little or no previous experience with theatre before attempting Jitters, and yet the play came off with few serious errors, Under John Foote's direction, Jessica became the touchy, loud-mouthed star of the show, just returned from a flop on Broad- way. Eighteen-year-old Andrea Lewis did her best to play Jessica as the hard-hearted star she was, but sometimes lapsed into a shrillness that became irritating by the middle of the second act. A tad more sensitivity near the end was also called for. Overall, she had some memorable scenes, particularly near the end when Jessica receives the worst review of the play and breaks down, but a few rough edges were showing. Jeff Flieler played Patrick, Jesgica' 8s co- star .and her 'match for bitchiness. Mr. Flieler managed to inject some real humour into some of his scenes but had the same penchant for shrillness as Miss Lewis. Tish Lefort had the same problem. As the gregarious stage man- ager Nick, Miss Lefort was constantly shout- ing. If all three actors had toned down their volume a couple of notches in places, everyone's ear drums would have been happier. Steve Foote, a familiar face to many local theatre-goers, stole the show with his characterization of Phil, the neurotic mama's boy who keeps the audience laughing when his shoes don't fit, his eye gets blackened the hard way and his cat dies. His brother Jeff also turned in a good per- formance as George, the director of the show who can't seem to get a handle on his actors. The character is just too mild-mannered and easy-going to control his crew and although it's a nondescript part, Jeff plays it consistantly. . Craig Paisley, Kim Deraaf, and Laurie Gerrits shared minor roles in Jitters but all three showed promise for future productions. Mr. Paisley in parti- cular was extremely funny as a drunk who showed up for work in heart-adorned boxer shorts. John Foote also undertook a minor role. EMMERSON 19I QUEEN ST. PORT PERRY (416) 985 7106 ALL LINESOF GENERAL INSURANCE VG IE Since i844 11a -5 Yr. Annual Interest 11% Semi-Annually Rates Subject to Change Without Notice. : SCUGOG CHRYSLER LTD. Take Advantage Of Our PARTS DEPARTMENT, SERVICE DEPARTMENT & BODY SHOP - NOW OPEN! Our low overhead offers you LOW PRICES on Service & Body Work. - 1984 NEW CARS - COME IN AND MAKE A DEAL. WE NEED YOUR TRADE-IN. 985-7354 iI HWY. 7A-12 MANCHESTER BR tie, CHRYSLER CHRYSLER| mC we' ve got Chrysler The set was unre markable, almost dowdy in fact, with an old yellow blanket thrown over a bumpy couch and a few crook- edly hung paintings. But as the director pointed out, the group isn't so much concerned about the set as what is going on within the set. While Theatre Work- -shop Productions may have a ways to go yet, with some experience it should be able to pro- vide some colourful entertainment for local theatre goers in Port Perry and area. Meeting cancelled Due to inclement weather, the Senior Citizens meeting was cancelled. Just a re- minder we are back to our regular Wednesday. The first meeting is March 14th with a pot luck supper. The Industrial Acci- dent Prevention Associa- tion urges you to check your home and garage regularly for such fire hazards. Jeff Flieler (left) dominated the stage for much of Theatre Workshop Productions' first theatre performance, Jitters, a com- edy about showbiz by David French. Above, Mr. Flieler and fellow actor Craig Paisley in one of the show's many humorous scenes. See review for details. Producers hold elections The annual meeting of the Durham East Pork Producers was held Feb. 9 at the Nestleton Community Centre. President Tom Pleas- ance welcomed the group, followed by reports from Secretary- treasurer Glen Ingram. Three directors from the Ontario Pork Pro- ducer's Marketing Board Ted Jensen, Tom Smith and Howard Mal- "953.9400 Country Well D Drilling Hwy. No. 7 Oakwood RESIDENTIAL -- COMMERCIAL PUMP INSTALLATION & SERVICE 6' HOLES & LARGER 24 HOUR SERVICE FREE ESTIMATES Wide *20. foot rate 953-9442 cn It's not what you put in your ... it's what you take out And it's as simpleas 1, 2, 3: 1. SOFTENS eliminating harsh minerals. . 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