Yes, we are fast approaching that time of year and preparations for St Luke’s Players’ 5th annual panto, “Robinson Crusoe”, are well under way. Rehearsals ring out with the familiar sounds of “Look behind you”; “Oh yes it is, oh no it’s not”, popular songs, dancing, jokes to groan to, local references, and plenty of action for the whole family! The stage is groaning under the weight of 31 cast members, with more than 50 other volunteers working on creating the colourful costumes and sets, finding and building props, designing the lighting and sound, publicity, concession, and all of the 101 other tasks that are involved with such a production.
The exciting, adventure-packed, story follows Robinson Crusoe, his Mum, girlfriend Polly and crew of the Mary Rose on their voyage to Tobago in the hope of finding hidden treasure. Watch Robinson pit his wits against the villainous
Blackpatch, Jack Boot and their band of bloodthirsty pirates who want the treasure for themselves. On Tobago we meet Friday and the Islanders, led by their Queen who want to protect the treasure. How will Robinson deal with this dilemma, not to mention the Grunting Gorilla! Don’t worry; everything ends happily ever after - just like all traditional pantos!
The show opens on Boxing Day in St Luke’s Hall at 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Road and runs for a total of ten performances (6 matinees and 4 evening).
Tickets go on sale on November 15 at Amica at Douglas House at 50 Douglas Street; Ivy’s Books in Oak Bay Village; Petals Plus Florist at 3749 Shelbourne Street and Russell Books at 734 Fort Street. You are encouraged to buy your tickets early as last year we were completely sold out two weeks before the panto opened.
For further information please call 250 370 1291
