July 5 to July 21, 2023

Moving In

by Norm Foster

When Mark and Gretchen decide to move in together at fifty-something, they think they’ve got it all figured out. But their grown-up children have other ideas. Mark’s son Brett is a wannabe rock star who says he'll lend a hand – but never quite gets around to it. Gretchen’s daughter Rachel is a cop who flies across the country to arrest her mom's midlife crisis. Sparks fly and jokes crackle in this new and hilarious show by Canada’s comedy genius.

Directed by Opera House Artistic Director Jesse Collins, and co-produced with Upper Canada Playhouse.

July 26 to August 11, 2023

Bed and Breakfast

by Mark Crawford

Brett and Drew are tired of their crowded condo and their demanding careers in Toronto. They want a house of their own, but they can’t compete in the city’s ruthless real estate market. When Brett’s Aunt Maggie dies and leaves him a gorgeous old house in a charming tourist town, it’s a chance to start anew. From nosy neighbors to renovation disasters, they face one hilarious challenge after another. Will they overcome the prejudice and the problems in their new community, or will they long for the diversity and the excitement of the city?

Don’t miss this clever and moving comedy directed by Fiona Sauder, one of Canada’s most exciting contemporary directors!

August 16 to September 1, 2023

Halfway There

by Norm Foster

Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, is a small town with a big claim to fame: it’s halfway between the North Pole and the equator. But that’s not the only thing that makes it special. It’s also home to Vi, Rita, Mary Ellen, and Janine, four friends who know everything about everyone in this tiny town. Well, almost everything. They didn’t see Sean coming. He’s a handsome doctor who just moved in for a temporary job at the clinic. And things are about to get interesting in the lives of four old friends.

Don’t miss this hilarious and heartwarming comedy by Norm Foster, a show that has delighted audiences across the country and now it's Orillia's turn!