Moments from "Once Upon a Christmas"







The cobbler's shop

  Wasn't that a night! Once again, the Christmas play at SPPC brought together old and young, performers and hearers, insiders and outsiders. If you missed it, here are a few shots from "Once Upon a Christmas" by Rettke and Hatch. If you were there, thank you for your presence and enjoy the memories these pictures bring.
   

The Martyr and the Saint!

I plan to beat him all the way to jail!

Last minute cramming

A fire, a friend, a cup of tea -- It just might equal Christmas



Angelic carolers



Pizza time

                                

                 Our Orchestra

 

Boots for the Wanderer



                          As Usual in the Kitchen

                                                 

                             Stage Mom

Preparing a feast

    The Apple Seller

Yasha and carolers

Petrov and that miserable cart

                           




On Our way to Church

Christmas Musical, 2010

When I was asked by my friend and fellow UVIC theatre student, Phillip Van de Ruyt, if I would fill a role in a Christmas musical he was directing at SPPC, not only was I honored to be asked, but I was immensely excited for the opportunity. I have always been passionate about music and theatre, so this has naturally been a wonderful experience for me. Thank you to everyone involved for making me feel so welcome!"

Editor's Note: The Christmas musical this year is "Once Upon a Christmas" with music by Owen Hatch and words by Marion Rettke. The play is based on an old Russian tale of Martin the Cobbler, as told by Leo Tolstoy. On Christmas eve, in Tsarist Russia, Martin is expecting a visit from Christ.

To meet Martin and his visitors, plan to attend, Dec. 11, 2010, 7:00pm. Free Admission. Good will offering to support Mission and Outreach projects. Refreshments to follow.