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Bluebirds

by Vern Thiessen

Director: Bea Quarrie

Producer: Diane Théberge

Stage Manager: Lyn Braun

Synopsis:  Étaples, France, 1918. In the final year of the First World War, three Canadian nurses, Christy, Maggie, and Bab, serve on the front lines of care, tending to wounded soldiers while navigating the daily realities of war.

Amid the urgency and strain of their work, the women form deep connections, finding moments of humour and relief in one another. Through conversations, letters home, and quiet reflection, their inner lives begin to surface. Maggie longs for the life and love she left behind. Christy wrestles with the expectations of her marriage and her own sense of self. Bab yearns for connection and a future that feels just out of reach.

Lyrical and deeply human, Bluebirds explores both the toll of war and the emotional lives of the women who endured it. Their stories unfold through memory, silence, and fleeting moments of intimacy, creating a moving tribute to courage, compassion, and the strength of those so often overlooked in history.

AUDITION DATES

Saturday, June 20: 1 pm - 4 pm

Sunday, June 21: 1 pm – 4 pm

Monday, June 22: 7 pm – 10 pm

Auditions take place at the Peterborough Theatre Guild in Studio A (Gwen Brown Studio). Please arrive 15 minutes early and be prepared to stay the whole time. Auditions will be held in groups. 

You do not have to have anything prepared but will be required to sing as part of the audition. If you would like to come with something prepared, we can hear that first. Please bring your text and if you are singing, please bring the music. We will have a pianist available. Songs are from the 1917-18 era. We are looking for a cast that can sing in harmony together.

CALLBACKS

Saturday, June 27: 1 pm – 4 pm

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

To Be Determined in collaboration with cast and creative team. 

SHOW DATES

October 30, 31(M), November 1 (M) 5, 6, 7, 8 (M), 12, 13, 14

M=matinee

Duration: 95 minutes

THE CHARACTERS

The Peterborough Theatre Guild is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization. We strive to create a welcoming and barrier-free environment and encourage participation from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPOC), members of the LGTBQ2S+ communities, and individuals of all gender identities and expressions.

• Maggie (Female, age 20-35)

The oldest of three nurses. She instructs the others on duties and responsibilities. She is the most experienced and has a “crusty edge”. She can make quick decisions in emergencies but is actually emotionally rather fragile.

• Christy (Female, age 20-35)

She is sweet-tempered and sometimes misses her husband whom she secretly married before shipping out. She corresponds frequently with him but is deeply conflicted now that she has had a taste of freedom on her own.

• Bab (Female, age 20-35)

She is as tough as nails! Underneath the bluster, she longs for her beloved grandfather, is in love with a married soldier and might have to have a child on her own. 

Which Witch is Which?

by Beth McMaster

Music and Lyrics by Monica Palmer

Director: Kevin O’Neill

Producer: Pat Hooper

Assistant Producer: Beth McMaster

Stage Manager: Hayley Griffin

Musical Director: Marion Griffin

Vocal Consultant: Kate Suhr

Choreographer: Julie Fallis

Synopsis:  This delightful and whimsical musical adventure is perfect for families during the winter holiday! When The Scary School for Wicked Witches is swept up in magical mischief, unexpected challenges and plenty of laughs follow.

With catchy songs and playful characters, Which Witch is Which? is a charming, family friendly production that celebrates individuality, teamwork, and a little bit of magic. As the story unfolds, audience members are invited to join in, helping the witches discover that their differences may be their greatest strength.



Bursting with colour, humour, and heart, this festive musical promises an enchanting experience for audiences aged 3 to 103.

AUDITION DATES

Wednesday, June 24: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Friday, June 26: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Saturday, June 27: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Auditions and callbacks take place at the Peterborough Theatre Guild in Studio A (Gwen Brown Studio). Please arrive 10 minutes early and be prepared to stay the whole time. 

CALLBACKS

Tuesday, June 30: 6:30 pm

SHOW DATES

December 4, 5 (M), 6 (M), December 8 (School Shows), 9, 10 (School Shows), December 11, 12 (M), 13 (M)

Evening shows: 7:30pm

M (matinee) shows: 1:30pm

School shows: two shows a day during school hours

Approximate length: 55 minutes

CASTING ROLE

The Peterborough Theatre Guild is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization. We strive to create a welcoming and barrier-free environment and encourage participation from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPOC), members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and individuals of all gender identities and expressions.

All are welcome to audition for: 5 acting cast members of any gender. Ages 20’s to 60’s. 

AUDITION FORMAT

Please arrive 10 minutes early to fill in the audition forms. 

Each time slot is 20 minutes in length. You will be auditioning in groups of 4. Be prepared to collaborate with other actors to read some dialogue and play short improvisational games. Please also prepare a short solo piece of your choice, which will be followed by a group signing piece provided at the audition.