Preview Thursday March 12
Performances March 13-15, 19-22, 26-29
@ Swallowfield Farm
7296 Telegraph Trail, Langley, BC
The Great War is over, but Myra Bennett will not slow down. She has left England on a temporary assignment as the lone nurse to nearly 500km of rural coastline in Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula. Determined to leave her mark, Myra must brave the culture shock and decide whether she will allow the feisty locals to leave their mark on her as well. Soon, matters of the heart mix with matters of business, and her temporary contract threatens to become anything but! Could Newfoundland be where Myra belongs? And how will she know? Based on a true story, this Canadian gem has wowed audiences around the world with its poetry, emotion and celebration of community and resilience.
Running Time: 2hrs including intermission
“Theatre at its finest that will restore your faith in humanity.”—Stage Door
We’re going rustic!
See below for important details about our venue
Limited wheelchair seating available
See accessibility notes below
Recommended for children 7+
See advisory below
Questions? Email us at info@littledippertheatre.com
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Coming Soon!
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Direction: Nicola Shannon
Assistant Direction: Vanessa Lazare
Stage Management: Jessica Enns-Lear
Assistant Stage Management: Marta Nagy
Sound Design: Josh Osborne
Lighting Designers: Melissa and Alex House
Costume Design: Lucy Sharples
Set/Props Design: Cath de la Rambelje
Dialect Coach: Josh Osborne
Intimacy Coordinator: Vanessa Lazare
Poster Design: Jordan Ravensbergen
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Appropriate for children 7 and up
*children must be able to sit still and remain attentive for the duration of the performanceThis play follows a nurse through medical emergencies that include a severed foot and light description of loss of a baby during childbirth. Childbirth, pulling teeth, fixing broken limbs and other minor medical procedures are featured often in the story.
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Currently, the performance space in the loft is only accessible via stairway. We are planning to install a stair lift—stay tuned for our fundraiser this fall! There will also be a wheelchair-accessible porta potty available close to the performance space. Accessible parking will be available directly in front of the venue.
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Swallowfield Barn is cozy but uninsulated. Dress for the temperature! Hot drinks will be sold at concession, and standing heaters will be employed before the show and during intermission. Feel free to bring cozy lap blankets from home!
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Those who do not need accessible parking will be directed to park either in the field behind the barn or on the road. Keep an eye open for parking attendants and wear appropriate footwear for walking across a lawn.
About the Venue
Swallowfield Farm
7296 Telegraph Trail, Langley, BC
Swallowfield Barn is a community gathering space residing on a private working farm about a ten minute drive outside of Fort Langley. It was commissioned by Jenny and Dennis DeGroot to provide a space for togetherness and creativity: parties, poetry readings, live music and the occasional theatre event. The design is inspired by traditional barn raisings, but with a modern twist. There is also a beautiful concession area. We are so honoured to be one of the few events selected at Swallowfield this year, and endeavor to live up to its’ purpose for community building and celebration. Much thanks to the DeGroots!