A couple of 91原创 residents are making waves in the theatrical community by being involved in the upcoming production of The Magician鈥檚 Nephew at the Gallery 7 Theatre.
This play is based on the famous novel from C.S. Lewis as part of his Chronicles of Narnia series, and is the first time this play has been produced outside of the 2018 Shaw Festival.
鈥淲e鈥檙e excited to be the first company outside of the Shaw Festival to produce this outstanding show as part of our official 30th anniversary birthday season,鈥� said Ken Hildebrandt, executive/artistic director of Gallery 7 Theatre.
鈥淲e鈥檙e very excited to be presenting this classic story, especially because it鈥檚 been adapted for the stage by Canadian artists,鈥� explained Hildebrandt.
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Lower Mainland residents have a strong presence on both the cast and crew of this production, including two individuals from 91原创.
Shana Pierce is set to play the role of Digory鈥檚 friend Polly, with Marcus Miller portraying the eccentric Uncle Andrew.
Directing this production, as well as designing the sound and projections, is Gabe Kirkley from Vancouver.
鈥淚 believe The Magician鈥檚 Nephew is the most mature of all the Narnia stories,鈥� said Kirkley.
鈥淚t has the epic good vs. evil struggle of the other (stories) and strong parallels to Genesis. But, at its core, it鈥檚 about grief, friendship, forgiveness, redemption, and the responsibility we have to our friends, to all living creatures, and to God鈥檚 creation: to protect what has been given to us, including each other.鈥�
This play will run from Nov. 11-12 and then again from Nov. 16-19, with all shows starting at 7:30 p.m. There will also be matinees on Nov. 12 and Nov. 19 that will start at 2 p.m.
All performances will take place at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, with there also being the option to watch each performance via livestream. For tickets and more information, visit .
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