THE DREAM
presented by Bear Productions
It’s the end of summer at Camp Athena and the staff is preparing
for closing night ceremonies, but there is turmoil amongst them.
Hermia, daughter of the camp directors, has been forbidden to see fellow Counselor and lover, Lysander. Defying her father’s demands, Hermia and Lysander steal away to the surrounding forest. Demetrius, also in love with Hermia, pursues the lovers. Helen, who’s in love with Demetrius, joins the chase.
Meanwhile, a group of aspiring thespian counselors stumble off into the forest, to rehearse for the closing ceremonies.
Unknown to all, the forest is inhabited by disgruntled Fairies. The Fairy King and Queen are bickering, creating factions amongst the Fairies. Suddenly, the Fairies discover the Counselors have invaded their domain. Using their powers of magic, the Fairies strike, creating chaos and mayhem.
A modern comic romp based on a Shakespearean classic.
Factory Theatre Mainspace
125 Bathurst Street (At Adelaide)
Wednesday, July 4 8:15 P.M.
Saturday, July 7 5:15 P.M.
Monday, July 9 10:15 P.M.
Tuesday, July 10 6:30 P.M.
Wednesday, July 11 5:15 P.M.
Friday, July 13 12 Noon
Sunday, July 15 7:00 P.M.
Tickets $10.00
Call the Fringe Hotline (416) 966-1062
DIRECTOR/WRITER
Actor, Writer, Director, Brian Kennington has performed on stage
across Canada and has appeared in film and television for the
past 25 years. He is also a screenwriter and currently one of
his screenplays has been optioned for future production. In 2004,
Brian wrote and performed in George and Gracie, which toured the
Maritimes. This is Brian’s first Fringe Production and he is proud
and excited to be a part of it.
CAST
Bonnie Anderson: This is Bonnie’s third Fringe. Previously,
she appeared in The Call, a play she wrote, and Life On A Diet.
Her play, The Uninvited Guest, seen at Tarragon Extra Space, has
since been produced internationally. Her screenplay,
The Waitress, won the Toronto International Film Fest’s
“Pitch This” Contest. She would like to thank Russ
for his support.
Stevie Atkins: A North Toronto girl, returning from a third year
at University of Western, Stevie has been involved in dramatic
arts with Brian Kennington, since childhood. She is excited to
be joining many of her “old” acting pals and working
with her favourite director and jumped at the chance to be in
the Fringe.
John Dibben: This is John’s third trip to the Fringe. John
also produced, created and performed the role of George Burns,
in Googie Productions, George & Gracie, which successfully
toured Ontario & the Maritimes in 2004. John is a 25 year
veteran of stage and screen and has appeared in TV movies with,
Brian Dennehy, Susan Lucci and Victor Spanno.
Ashton Doudelet: Entering 2nd year Theatre Studies, at Ryerson
University this fall, Ashton has performed the title role in Peter
Pan, appeared as Stetko in The Momument, and in Euripedes’
The Trojan Women. This is Ashton’s first trip to the Fringe
and he is looking forward to the experience.
Jake Epstein: Jake is entering his final year at the National
Theatre School of Canada. His theatre credits include the role
of the Artful Dodger, in Cameron Mackintosh’s Oliver!, Joe/Si
Crowell, in Soulpepper’s, Our Town and Charles Manson in
NTS’, The Citizens. Film/TV credits include lead rolls in
Degrassi: The Next Generation - for which he won a Gemini Award
- and The Zack Files, and supporting roles in The Eleventh Hour,
Angela’s Eyes, and Radio Free Roscoe. Jake can be seen in
the August release of Charlie Bartlett. He wants to thank his
parents and Gubs for their love and support, in helping him pursue
the dream.
Becky Fallis: Becky, a recent graduate of the Claude Watson Dramatic
Arts Program, was recently seen as Mary Magdalene in the Rock
Opera Jesus Christ Superstar. She looks forward to pursuing her
love of theatre at McGill University this fall and is thrilled
to be appearing at the Fringe.
Graeme Gerussi: Has appeared as Feste in Twelfth Night, Cliff
in Cabaret, and GOD in Nobody’s Perfect. A graduate of the
Claude Watson Dramatic Arts Program, in his spare time he enjoys
playing and singing with bands, Funkasaurus Rex, Three Seasons
and The Move. He will appear soon in Elevated, Graeme is excited
to be at the Fringe 2007.
Elizabeth Harpur: Elizabeth’s most recent credits include;
Silent Hill and Ken Finkleman’s, The Newsroom. She has appeared
on Saturday Night Live, and is a founding member of New York based
comedy troupe, Premises Premises. She was recently seen in Bad
Dog Theatre’s A Night At The Movies. This is her third appearance
at the Toronto Fringe Festival.
Bob Hillhouse: Bob studied acting, directing and musical theatre
at Queen’s, and almost got elected Mayor of Kingston! He
has appeared in over 100 commercials, and has played
Bob Nevard in The Office Temps and appears as the Captain, in
the soon to be released, Zombie Night II.
Blair Kay: Blair has been acting for 8 years. She appeared as
Malvolio in Twelfth Night and as the Countess in You Can’t
Take It With You, and recently in Guelph University’s production
of Urinetown. She is excited to be re-entering the Toronto scene
and appear in the Fringe.
Edward Kennington: A graduate of the Claude Watson Dramatic Arts
Program, Ed, is entering second year Theatre, at Ryerson this
fall. He has appeared in Cabaret, You Can’t Take it With
You, and as McMurphy, in One Flew Over the Cookoo’s Nest.
Ed’s film credits include Dark Water and In God’sCountry.
He excited to be appearing at the Fringe.
Trevor Ketcheson: Trevor has spent the last few years performing
in You Can’t Take it With You, One Flew Over The Cookoo’s
Nest, and in the original production of The Dream. This fall he
will begin studying Journalism at Ryerson University. This is
his first appearance at the Fringe.
Olivia Marshman: Olivia appeared as Titania in the original production
of The Dream, and returns to broaden her experienceas Mustardseed
in the current production. She’s planning a career in Dramatic
Arts and is excited to be appearing at the Fringe.
Roger A. McKeen: A citizen of Mimico, Roger created the role
of Dante in the award winning Tamara and coached baseball in Simon
Birch. He can be seen next in the TV mini series Across the River
to Motor City. You may recognize Roger as the
retired Dad, from the Lotto 649 commercial.
Ryan McKeen: Ryan played Dr. Isaac Grace, in The Syringa Tree,
and was recently seen as Giles Ralston in Agatha Christie’s,
The Mousetrap. Ryan is heading to York University this fall, to
study English and Theatre.
Jared Meit: For Jared, acting has been a life long passion. A
graduate of the Claude Watson Dramatic Arts Program, where
he enjoyed learning different aspects of theatre and refining
his skills. Jared recently appeared in The Buddy Holly Story as
actor and bass guitarist. Jared plans to pursue acting as a profession,
while studying the Sciences at University.
Cameron Sedgwick: Cam created the roll of Bottom in the original
production of The Dream and is thrilled to have the opportunity
to reprise his roll at the Fringe this year. He has played Sir
Toby Belch, in Twelfth Night, and Grandpa in You Can’t Take
It With You. Cam will start his post secondary education in Theatre,
at the University of Windsor this fall.
Stewart Sinclair: As long as he can remember Stewart has had
a passion for drama. He created the roll of Little Jimmy in the
original cast of The Dream, and since the age of 8, has studied
with Brian Kennington at The Fairlawn Neighbourhood Centre and
at Stage Coach Drama Camps. Stewart enters grade 10 this fall,
in the Cardinal Carter High School of the Arts, Drama Program.
UNDERSTUDIES
Carrie Rotenberg: Carrie attends Rosedale Heights School of the
Arts, where she majors in Music, for flute and guitar. She
loves theatre and has studied with Brian Kennington for 3 years.
Carrie appeared in The Front Page, You Can’t Take It With
You, and created the role of Peaseblossom in the original production
of The Dream. She’s thrilled to be at the Fringe.
Mike Ruderman: Mike attends Northern Secondary School in the
Drama Program, and in his spare time studies with Brian Kennington.
He appeared as Sheriff Hartman in The Front Page, and as Lysander
in the original production of The Dream.
Mike is excited to be involved in this production and to being
at the Fringe.
PRODUCTION
Andrea Mitler - Set Design: Andrea is a graduate of York University’s
Theatre Production Program and the resident designer of Wordsmyth
Theatre. A Toronto based set designer, she has also worked as
a scenic artist for numerous theatre companies throughout Ontario.
Katie Abrams - Stage Manager: Katie has been involved in various
theatre productions in and around Toronto for over 10 years. She
has appeared in Twelfth Night, You Can’t Take It With You,
and ‘Dentity Crisis. Katie is currently studying theatre
at the University of Guelph.
Sponsored by Hannah's Kitchen.
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THE CAMP
GENE KIRK, owner of Camp
Bob Hillhouse
PENNY KIRK, Gene’s wife
Elizabeth Harpur
HERMIA, their daughter
Becky Fallis
PAUL LYSANDER, counselor
Jake Epstein
RICHARD DEMETRIUS, counselor
Edward Kennington
HELEN GREEN, counselor
Blair Kay
LITTLE JIMMY, camper
Stewart Sinclair
NICK BOTTOM, camp cook
Cameron Sedgwick
PETER QUINCE, program director
Ashton Doudelet
FRANKIE FLUTE, lifeguard
Jared Meit
TOM SNOUT, sports director
Graeme Gerussi
LARRY SNUG, vocal coach
Trevor Ketcheson
ROBERT STARVELING, games director
Ryan McKeen
THE FOREST FAIRIES
OBERON, King of the Fairies
John Dibben
TITANIA, Queen of the Fairies
Bonnie Anderson
PUCK, attendant to Oberon
Roger McKeen
PEASEBLOSSOM, a Fairy
Stevie Atkins
MUSTARDSEED, a Fairy
Olivia Marshman
HAPPY CAMPERS
Lauren Runnalls, Nicholas Kaegi, Ratri Notsudirsjo, Megan Storey,
Haley Oosterman, Miranda Taylor, Chili Davidson, Jack Gillies,
Alex McCraw, Laura Schlee, Tristan Heighington
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