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The Second Time Around (Sept. 2009)

Written by

Henry Denker

Directed by

Gail Wareing-Tonizzo

An unexpected romance engages widowed seniors in their golden years. They decide to introduce each other to their adult children, but they are met with a wall of resistance and disapproval. Even though the children’s own marriages are anything but perfect, they don’t hesitate to give relationship advice to their parents! Funny, fast-paced, and full of witty banter, this endearing comedy appeals to all ages.

Director's Notes

After directing a Minifest play designed for first time directors, I thought to myself, "I can do this". So I read many plays and looked for the challenges in each and every one. Then I came across "Second Time Around" by Henry Denker. What a wonderful script. It had all the elements I love to see in a play - humour, conflict, sarcasm, and comedy. I could not think of a better play to get my feet wet with.

We are first introduced to the respective adult children of the couple in question, and soon realize that we are in for many surprises in this warm-hearted look at life after 60. We experience relationships through the eyes of other and the perceived impact they have on our lives.

These characters are brought to live through the exceptional talents of the cast and the hard work of the crew. My gratitude goes to Elmira Theatre Company for having faith in my ability to direct a full length play.

-Gail Wareing-Tonizzo-

Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French (Canada) Limited.

Show times

Friday

September 11, 2009

08:00PM

Theatre Seating

Saturday

September 12, 2009

08:00PM

Theatre Seating

Sunday

September 13, 2009

02:30PM

Theatre Seating

Thursday

September 17, 2009

08:00PM

Theatre Seating

Friday

September 18, 2009

08:00PM

Theatre Seating

Saturday

September 19, 2009

08:00PM

Theatre Seating

Sunday

September 20, 2009

02:30PM

Theatre Seating

Cast and Crew

Gord Cameron

Character: Michael Curtis

Gord is always happy to return to Elmira. Since his appearance in Office Hours last fall he played the role of Ethan in Galt Little Theatre's production of "Ethan Claymore". Some of his other Elmira appearances include "The Odd Couple", "Ten Times Two", "The Foursome", "Rumors", "The Man Who Came to Dinner"... He has also enjoyed roles in "Art", "The Weir", "Ghost of a Chance", "Strangers Among Us", and others in a variety of community theatres. Special thanks and love to daughter Jocelyn.

Caleb Fahey

Character: Bruce Morse

Caleb is always happy to help out with the productions at ETC. He has been a member since 2001 and has helped behind the scenes with set-up and tear down and most recently was sound technician.

The Second Time Around will be Caleb’s third production with ETC. The other productions include Great Expectations and Stand Off at the Lucky Fork.

Caleb is looking forward to another great performance and working with lots of great people.

Sue Jennings

Character: Cynthia Morse

While Susaun sadly realizes that she will never again reach the giddy artistic heights she experienced in grade one portraying a talking forest tree in "The Golden Goose", appearing on stage in "The Second Time Around" has been a pretty close second. Thanks to Gail, Joe, Kathy, production crew and my fellow cast mates for a laugh-filled fun-fest!

Susan could waste valuable paper listing all the shows she has been involved in on stage and off but instead wants to invite you to sit back and enjoy the experience of live theatre! Dont forget to come back in February to see her directorial skills at work in "Moonlight and Magnolias"!

Tracy Leighton

Character: Eleanor Curtis

Tracy is very pleased to be a part of ETC’s September show. She was last seen onstage in The Curious Savage with Guelph Little Theatre and was backstage help in Elmira during the past few seasons.

Tracy would like to thank Gail for giving her the opportunity to have fun onstage. Thanks also to the stage manager and the rest of the dedicated hardworking crew. Tracy is grateful to her supportive family as well.

Pat Northey

Character: Laura Curtis

Pat is happy to be onstage at ETC again having previously played the role of Geneva in Christmas Belles. The theatre bug bit her 15 years ago with her first role at Galt Little Theatre as Ms Gibbs in Our Town, in which Gary Siebert played her husband.

When not on stage Pat enjoys stage-managing and has worked in that capacity with several different theatre companies.

Outside of the theatre, Pat spends as much time as possible spoiling her 2 grandchildren.

Gary Seibert

Character: Samual Jonas

Gary was last seen at Elmira Theatre Company in "The Odd Couple". In the interim he has appeared in "The Weir" and Theatre 311 and "The Merchant of Venice" and "The Curious Savage" at Guelph Little Theatre.

Gary is delighted to be back on stage with some cherished old acquaintances including Pat, a former "wife", as well as a delightful group of new colleagues.

Kristin van Eck

Character: Angela

Kristin is excited to be in her first play "The Second Time Around" as Angela. she has helped out at ETC with props and ushering in the past.

Outside of theatre, Kristin enjoys playing soccer and travelling to various place around the world. Kristin's first time with ETC has been very memorable!

Stephen Whetstone

Character: Dr. Arthur Morse

Stephen was thrilled to make his return to ETC as Doctor Arthur Morse (a free doctorate and no extra schooling!) .... until he discovered Arthur is a "little bit neurotic.” Now Stephen is wondering what the whispers of type-cast might mean....

Thanks to an off-the-wall cast and crew - especially Gail, our more than patient director - for making this a far out experience. And to you, the grooviest audience we could hope for - unless “the” Harrison Ford shows up…

Gail Wareing-Tonizzo

Director

Gail is excited to be directing her first full-length play. She has been on stage and off with ETC since 2000 when she was introduced to theater in the role of Edit in "Kilroy was Here". Gail has loved every minute of it. It has all been such a wonderful experience and she has learned so much. She would like to thank the wonderful and talented cast for all their hard work and patience, and her crew, without whom, none of this would work. She could not have had a better stage manager than Joe Brenner along with his family who has pitched in, in so many ways (thanks guys). She would like to thank her husband Walter Tonizzo whose unwavering love and support is so greatly appreciated.

Joe Brenner

Stage Manager

Joe is a long-time member of ETC and was last seen on stage as the unsure rookie John McConnell in The Fire Inside. Joe has had a gamut of jobs at ETC, including acting, bartending, president, producer, sound operator, and stage-managing. He would like to thank all his crew for their help including working through the summer.

Joe is also thrilled to be in the tech booth with his daughter Laura having worked with his son Matt. Joe would also like to thank his wife Allison for her unwavering support of his time consuming hobbies.

Joe owns a window washing business in the 9 to 5 world and enjoys playing guitar and socializing.

Kathy Fahey

Assistant Stage Manager

Kathy has found comfort at ETC, much like home, and finds it hard to stay away. She has worked on props for Odd Couple and Christmas Belles, was assistant stage manager for both Hamish and From Here to Insanity, worked on costumes for The Fire Inside and performed in Remains In The Family, Hello Dolly, and Great Expectations.

Kathy has ushered, house managed, and has filled in where needed. She also sits on the executive as secretary. Kathy was recipient of the ETCie award for the 2009 season.

Thanks for love and support from her husband Tom, and sons Peter, Kyle and Caleb! Best wishes to cast and crew. It's a pleasure working with such fine people as ETC attracts. Break a leg!

Bev Dietrich

Producer

Bev has been a member of ETC for many years and has worn many theatre hats which include stage manager (her favourite), props, assistant stage manager, house manager and the list goes on. Bev most recently served on the ETC executive and was chair of Minifest 2009.

Bev has also been on stage for musicals where there is “safety in numbers.” During the day, Bev is curator of Guelph Museums.

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