The cast of Burn Burners in a recent rehearsal. The play will be staged by the youth players from Lights Up Theatre, on Nov. 22, at the First Presbyterian Church in Stellarton. Show time is 3 p.m. Photo by ContributedArticle contentSTELLARTON – It’s ‘game on’ for the youth cast of the Lights Up Theatre company as they prepare to stage Barn Burner. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentWritten by local playwright Colleen Hawley and directed by Jenny Eldridge, Barn Burner will make its theatrical debut on Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Stellarton (lower level), which is located on Foord Street. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Article contentArticle contentArticle content“Lace up your skates and get ready to laugh,” a release from Lights Up reads. “The new comedy play Barn Burner hits the stage this season, bringing a fast-paced, heartfelt, and hilariously Canadian story of small-town pride, frozen rinks, and big egos to life. Article content“Between locker-room rivalries, small-town gossip, and a coach on the verge of being fired, it’s anyone’s game.” Article contentEldridge said rehearsals for the play have been “wonderful.” Article content“This group of kids works so hard,” Eldridge said. “Some have never been in a play before; this is a great first-time theatre experience for them.” Article contentAs for being the first to stage the play, Eldridge said playwright Hawley played a role in that decision. Article content“She actually came to our Little Mermaid play last year,” Eldridge said. “She loved it so much, she chose our group to write her first youth play for. We are so lucky to work with her, and I’m so proud of these kids.” Article contentAdvanced tickets – $5 – for the production can be obtained by emailing Eldridge at jennydean1236@gmail.com up until Nov. 20 or purchased at the door, while they last. There is no ‘babes in arms’ admittance. Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle content
It’s going to be a Barn Burner in Stellarton
