December Tour
The Last Christmas Turkey
by Dan Needles
Stratford City Hall Auditorium
Fri Dec 10, 2010, 7.30 PM
Sat Dec 11, 2010, 1.30 PM
Tickets: $16 (HST included)
in support of
YMCA Strong Kids Campaign
and United Way Perth-Huron
Tickets on Sale Oct 1, 2010!
Locations and Phone Number TBA
From the fertile imagination of Wingfield creator Dan Needles comes a rollicking
holiday treat for the whole family.
Heart-warming and funny, The Last Christmas Turkey runs a little over an hour. It
will be produced and directed by Wingfield director Douglas Beattie.
Brief Synopsis: The prize turkey destined for the church supper goes missing, and a
hue and cry ensues. The unwitting turkey-nappers turn out to be Nancy and Braden, a sister
and brother recently transplanted from the city, who just wanted "Tom" for a pet. Appalled
when they learn of his intended fate, they decide to keep his whereabouts a secret. Tom himself
is no less determined to stay off the platter and makes a desperate bid for freedom,
accompanied by three animal friends, Cleo the cat, Petunia the skunk and Spartacus the
not-so-wise owl. They head for the woods on a snowy Christmas Eve with the children, their
father, the church custodian and his dog Snifferbones in hot pursuit. All ends happily as an old
Christmas legend proves true, and a new Christmas legend is born.
Two actor/puppeteers bring this charming tale to life, filled with characteristic Needles
wit and humour - fun for kids and adults alike. Recommended for ages eight and up.
On Tour - Dates, Times & Venues
Dec 12, 2 PM Jubilee Hall, Walkerton
Dec 15, 7 PM Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre
Dec 16, 7.30 PM Victoria Playhouse, Petrolia
Dec 17, 7.30 PM Brock University, St. Catharines
Dec 18, 1 PM Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts
Dec 19, 4 PM River Run Centre, Guelph
Dec 20, 7.30 PM Centre in the Square, Kitchener
Playwright Dan Needles with members of the cast
Photo: Lindan Courtemanche