Directed by: Gerrard Morrison
Play by: Morris Panych
7 Stories is a fast-paced, dark comedy, full of eccentric characters trying to escape their limitations and realities. It takes place on a seventh story ledge, where a man is contemplating life and struggling to find meaning in his existence. The “Man” is endlessly interrupted by a variety of quirky people, and reluctantly becomes drawn into the absurdity of their lives. These “neighbours” are so self-absorbed that they don’t even bother to ask why he’s out there in the first place. This quick-witted, sophisticated satire will have you pondering life and death, right up to its “leap of faith” conclusion.
THIS PLAY HAS NO INTERMISSION
Janet has been a member of OSLT since the 1990’s, at which time she also partnered with the Health Unit to create a senior’s theatre troupe who wrote and performed two travelling shows addressing senior’s issues. At the Roxy, she has worked onstage, backstage and on the Membership committee. She is now often seen ushering and selling 50/50 tickets. Working with this exceptionally talented cast and crew has been a blast. Thanks to Gerrard for his creative vision.
Catherine, a long time member of OSLT always enjoys working on a production. As Head of Wardrobe she has focused on costumes for the last few plays but is looking forward to being out front again and playing a character who is alive. You last saw her in Please No Flowers, West Moon and Spamalot. Many thanks to Gerrard, the wonderful cast and crew and her husband who puts up with her wandering about the house muttering her lines. She hopes you enjoy the show.
Sarah is thrilled to be making her debut on the Roxy stage as part of such a distinctive, thought provoking, and hilarious show. After many years away from performing, this brilliant cast and crew has rekindled her love of the art and even let her nerd out about symbolism. She’d like to extend loving gratitude to her partner and family for their encouragement. Sarah hopes to inspire others to ‘take a leap’ and try something new–or old! Let’s party OSLT!
Nolan is thrilled to hit the Roxy stage once again. Most recently seen as Taylor, in Prelude to a Kiss, he is beyond excited to be cast in this amazing Canadian play. Nolan was introduced to 7 Stories while in theatre school at George Brown College. Big thanks go to cast and crew for the opportunity to be part of this incredible production.
Samantha is thrilled to be working under the direction of Gerrard. Samantha trained as an actor in Vancouver and is a playwright of the Roxy premiered play You, Me, and a Bit of Driftwood. Past productions include Sexy Laundry, Nunsense, Shirley Valentine, and Rabbit Hole along with performances in Pretty Crazy Pictures films The Christmas Tree and If Dogs Run Free. Special thanks to her love John, son Flynn and daughter Sammy. And many thanks, of course, to the cast and crew
Paul is happy to be back on stage. This is his 5th time. Previous endeavours include, Ghost Island Light, An Act of Imagination, Shorthanded and West Moon. Thanks to Gerrard for sharing this opportunity with us. And of course being on stage with Debbie is always a joy. Look wayyy up and enjoy the 7 Stories.
Debbie is excited to step out into the lights again. You will remember her as Ruth in Blythe Spirit, Wynn in The Long Weekend and Deb in Red Plaid Shirt. She would like to thank Lilian and Gerrard for helping us to see the irony and futility in the things that weigh us down on our journey. Keep it simple and have faith in yourself.
Grateful to practice the craft in a room someone else pays rent for, Aaron is an actor and aspiring con artist, forever in search of lucrative new opportunities for disguise. Trained in Theatre Performance at Humber, Aaron has voice credits for Hersheys, Bell, and HBO’s Hop (2024), and was last seen in The Play That Goes Wrong. Aaron is elated to be working with such a talented cast and crew on this desperately futile production. To short episodes and a long run!”
Christopher is excited to once again be treading the boards with this fantastically talented cast. He has appeared in a variety of plays, including Calendar Girls, The Devil’s Disciple, Anything Goes, Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and most recently, the one act play, Please, No Flowers. He directed the audience favourite, Having Hope at Home in 2017, which received numerous nominations in the WODL out of festival adjudication. He thanks Gerard for his artistic vision and the chance to play this insanely fun (and crazy) role. He also thanks the production team who have kept everything running like clockwork. He hopes you enjoy this unique show as much as he enjoyed acting in it.
Kara is thrilled to be a member of the cast of 7 Stories. She has appeared onstage in Something Rotten! and The Prom with the OSLT. Kara recently worked backstage on both Prelude to a Kiss and The Play That Goes Wrong. She would like to thank Gerrard, Elaine and Steve for the opportunity to be part of this incredibly talented cast and crew. Enjoy the show!
Mike is thrilled to be part of the incredible cast in OSLT’s latest production, 7 Stories. Mike has been on the Roxy stage recently in the productions of: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Beauty and the Beast, and Sister Act. He also portrayed Wicker in Shorthanded. Mike really loves getting involved with technical support, especially sound design and operation. He is a member of the OSLT board, in the role of treasurer. Mike is a graduate of the Stratford Festival’s Her Majesty’s Players and has performed and assisted with productions by Theatre Georgian Bay and other regional playhouses. Many thanks to Gerrard and Elaine for giving him this opportunity to “throttle” on the stage.
Sue is so grateful for 30 seasons with the OSLT. Some of her notable performances include: Noises Off, The Donnelly’s, Calendar Girls, Oklahoma, Gypsy, To Grandmother’s House We Go, Steel Hearts and Rocky Shores, and Les Belles Soeurs. She is thrilled to be part of the fabulous cast and crew of 7 Stories. Sue is grateful for the brilliant direction of Gerrard, the focus and leadership of Steve as SM, and the wonderful support and organization from our Producer Elaine. Thanks go to Ken, Levi and Reilly/Dani/Elio, and her fabulous friends for their love and support.
This run is dedicated with love to Sheilah Spurr.
Cameron is a professional performer, vocal coach and visual artist originally from the Toronto area. Since moving to beautiful Grey-Bruce in 2015, he has performed in productions with Theatre Georgian Bay, Sand Castle Theatre. and the OSLT. Past credits include: “Roger” in RENT (SLC), “Joseph” in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Steppin’ Out),’“Skinny Ward” in The History Channel’s Outlaw Bikers 4, “The Beast” in Beauty and The Beast and “Cooper” in You Me and a Bit of Driftwood, written by Samantha Colwell Castles, (OSLT). Cameron is a practicing Massage Therapist and owner of Orion Massage Therapy in Annan. He would like to extend his love and gratitude to his partner and family and to Elaine Anderson and Gerrard Morrison for all their support!
Joanne has been fortunate to have worked on the wardrobe team for A Marriage Proposal, props for Something Rotten!, props lead for Addams Family, The Prom and 7 Stories. The cast has brought these eccentric characters to life for you, under Gerrard’s guidance. So proud to be a part of this performance. Thanks to my husband and family for their support. Enjoy the show!
Karen has been involved with the theatre for well over ten years, eight of which have been for the Roxy working in the Wardrobe department. She thoroughly enjoys meeting and working with all the cast and crew on every production. It is never a dull moment! Karen worked most recently on Something Rotten!, The Prom, and Prelude to a Kiss.
“The theatre is full of wonders that can ignite our imagination!”
Michael has been an active member of OSLT since he played Tim in Noises Off. Since then he has been involved in many performances as an Actor, Stage Manager and tech. Michael’s most recent role was Peter in Prelude to a Kiss. Michael is looking forward to his first Director position on next year’s The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged. He is excited to design the lighting for this acclaimed Canadian show.
Devin moved to Owen Sound from Guelph last year; he is incredibly happy to be part of the OSLT, and excited to be a part of this all-Canadian production. This is Devin’s first time doing sound design, and he’s grateful for all the support and encouragement he receives from this truly special community. Enjoy the show!
Terry has been involved in professional and community theatre for 50 years, where she has worked primarily as a stage-manager, administrator, scenic painter and performer. Her affiliation with OSLT began with her role as Owen Sound Poet Laureate (2013-2015), and since then she has been involved in several productions onstage and as a scenic painter.
Paul worked on his first show in Sault Ste. Marie in the late 1970s. Since then, he has designed, built and/or crewed for over 50 productions at various Ontario community theatres. Design and lead builder credits for OSLT include The Miracle Worker, Spamalot, Ghost Island Light, Noises Off, The Long Weekend, Sister Act, West Moon, Beauty and the Beast, Gorgeous Gallivanting Goddesses and Something Rotten!.
Madeleine is so excited to be making her debut at OSLT with this wonderful play! She has loved being part of the team behind the scenes and is grateful to the cast, crew, and production staff for such a warm welcome. She hopes you enjoy this quirky play and its cast of delightfully eccentric characters.
Byers most recently appeared in Prelude to a Kiss and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Steve is stage managing for the first time in a very long time. He is thankful for the opportunity and appreciates the support of all cast and crew, but special thanks go to Gerrard and Elaine for their patience, insights, and guidance.
Elaine became involved with the OSLT, co-ordinating “Merch” for Beauty and the Beast, after moving to Owen Sound in 2021. She enjoys wearing many hats (yes, even a Bowler hat) at the Roxy. Recently elected to the OSLT board, she often volunteers backstage and as House Manager. 7 Stories is Elaine’s first producing gig and she thanks Gerrard and Steve for their guidance, trust and support. Thanks also to the OSLT family for sharing invaluable expertise and experiences. She is thrilled to learn and grow with this brilliant group of actors and creative crew. Elaine is excited for her next OSLT adventure – directing the 2025 musical, Cinderella.
Gerrard is excited to be directing Morris Panych’s 7 Stories, his second play for the OSLT. Originally from Cape Breton Island, Gerrard graduated with a theatre degree in acting and directing from Dalhousie University. Gerrard spent the next few years acting in over 50 productions, including an eight year run as the principal character, Sam the Sailor on ATV Networks, Shantytown. He ventured west to Alberta and earned his B.Ed in Theatre Arts from the University of Lethbridge. Gerrard then enjoyed a wonderful career as a drama teacher in Oakville, while raising 4 daughters with his wife Aldona. Gerrard and Aldona relocated to Owen Sound in 2020. He has directed countless productions over the years, at all age and experience levels. He really does delight in the process of “moving from the page to the stage”. Gerrard brings to “the boards” his love of the unique, the comic, and always thought-provoking stories – in this case – 7 of them. He has been inspired by his incredible cast and crew and the fabulously quirky characters they have brought to life.
