Andy Pogson as Sean; Liz Gilroy as Rita; Marcia Tratt as Vi; Sarah Gale as Mary Ellen
“Halfway There” provides enough twists, turns and drama to keep your attention but also offers a good measure of common sense and simplicity. The combination makes for wonderfully satisfying entertainment.
“Halfway There” is about four long-time friends and newcomer, Doctor Sean, who takes a fancy to one of them. It’s set in Junior’s Café in Stewiake, NS, where Sean has come to “escape for a while”.
From the outset, it’s clear that these women talk about everything, tell each other everything and have no secrets (well almost no secrets). And they are not afraid of expressing their opinions, which includes a shared dislike for anyone who has come from Toronto, a fact Sean discovers quickly on his first visit to the Diner.
From the outset, it’s clear that these women talk about everything, tell each other everything and have no secrets (well almost no secrets). And they are not afraid of expressing their opinions, which includes a shared dislike for anyone who has come from Toronto, a fact Sean discovers quickly on his first visit to the Diner.
The dialogue begins at a fast pace and continues that way, flowing naturally from one topic to the next. The conversations are a non-stop source of humour and laughs. By play’s end the back and forth banter helps you to know and appreciate all five characters.
Sean appears “woebegone” following a break-up with his fiancé and the women aren’t afraid to tell him so. He is in turn startled, bemused and surprised by their frank comments and observations. But he picks up on their energy and goes with it, with happy results.
Sean appears “woebegone” following a break-up with his fiancé and the women aren’t afraid to tell him so. He is in turn startled, bemused and surprised by their frank comments and observations. But he picks up on their energy and goes with it, with happy results.
Marcia Tratt as Vi; Liz Gilroy as Rita; Andy Pogson as Sean; Daniela Vlaskalic as Janine
Along with the love story of the play, the theme of friendship and loyalty is front and centre. Janine left and traveled the world but returned for the friendships she treasures. Things are about to change in the close circle of women, bringing some moments of sadness but also a reassurance of the strength of their friendship.
All five actors make their unique characters come alive and shine. Sean, played by Andy Pogson holds his own, not an easy task, as he gets to know these strong, down-to earth women and win the heart of one of them.
The set is perfect, a comfortable and likely familiar backdrop to the unfolding conversations.
“Halfway There” by Norm Foster, directed by Simon Joynes is the second offering of the Port Stanley Theatre’s 40th season. If you are looking for plenty of laughs and an experience that will leave you smiling, don’t miss this one.
“Halfway There” runs till June 30 at the Port Stanley Festival Theatre, www.psft.ca, 519-782-4353.
The set is perfect, a comfortable and likely familiar backdrop to the unfolding conversations.
“Halfway There” by Norm Foster, directed by Simon Joynes is the second offering of the Port Stanley Theatre’s 40th season. If you are looking for plenty of laughs and an experience that will leave you smiling, don’t miss this one.
“Halfway There” runs till June 30 at the Port Stanley Festival Theatre, www.psft.ca, 519-782-4353.
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