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Opening May 10th, 2018
ROUGH JUSTICE
By Terence Frisby
Directed by CAROLYN FE
* The participation of Carolyn Fe is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance. Opera. Theatre. Policy (DOT).
James Highwood, the host of a popular television program about law and justice, is himself on the stand, accused of murdering his severely disabled child. As morals and ethics get weighed on the scales of justice, this sharply written, absorbing courtroom drama grips your heart and does not let go until the final verdict – Guilty or Not Guilty?
» Thursday, May 10, 2018 – 8:00 PM
» Friday, May 11, 2018 – 8:00 PM
» Saturday, May 12, 2018 – 8:00 PM
» Sunday, May 13, 2018 – 2:00 PM (matinee)
» Thursday, May 17, 2018 – 8:00 PM
» Friday, May 18, 2018 – 8:00 PM
» Saturday, May 19, 2018 – 2:00 PM (matinee)
» Saturday, May 19, 2018 – 8:00 PM
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THE DIRECTOR
Carolyn FE – Director
Carolyn FE* – DirectorCarolyn Fe started her career as a classically trained ballet dancer touring Europe; she quickly moved on to contemporary dance where she became a commissioned choreographer for local and international dance companies, TV and music videos. But that was once upon a time. Today Carolyn Fe is a Juno nominee and award-winning Blues Singer/Songwriter with her 4th and 5th albums coming out in 2018. As a triple-carded actress, she also keeps busy in front of the camera for film and TV, behind the microphone as doing voice-overs and hosting her online radio show called Unsung and On The Side. Theatre is Carolyn Fe’s first love and will always be grateful for all who come to see her work, whether it be as an Actress or Director. www.carolyn-fe.com
* The participation of Carolyn Fe is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance. Opera. Theatre. Policy (DOT).
THE CAST
Gwyn BEAVER - Casely
Gwyn BEAVER – CaselyGwyn Beaver is a native of Texas and has lived in Montréal since 2004. She has performed with the Fort Worth Opera, Cimarron Circuit Opera, The University of Texas Opera, Houston Ebony Opera, Montréal Jubilation Choir, l’Atelier d’opéra de l’UQAM, Jongleur Opera of Montréal, and l’Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal. She has also performed with various jazz artists in the Montréal area. Over the years, she has participated in university and community theatre productions. Gwyn holds a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music in vocal performance from Midwestern State University and The University of Oklahoma respectively. She would like to thank Carolyn, the cast and crew for making this a most rewarding experience, and Shawn, Elijah and Makena for their constant support.
Tommy FURINO - Ramsden/Bailiff
Tommy FURINO – Ramsden/Bailiff Tommy is thrilled to be part of this incredible production. He was most recently seen playing Daniel Woolf in Closer – Acts to Grind Theatre. Some of his favorite theatre credits include I Am Yours (Toilane), Featuring Loretta (Dave) – Tableau D’Hôte theatre, Twelfth Night (Sir Toby Belch/Sebastian), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Demetrius/Francis Flute) – Montreal Shakespeare Theatre Company, Not Now Darling (Harry McMichael) – Lakeshore Players Dorval and Chapter Two (Leo Schneider) – Pier 21 productions. Tommy would like to thank the cast and crew for their hard work and trust. As bailiff of the courtroom of Rough Justice, he expects everyone to be on their best behavior!
Jeremy GLENN - Highwood
Jeremy GLENN – HighwoodJeremy joined the Lakeshore Players Dorval family in 2009, and has since worked backstage and on stage in numerous shows, including Having Hope at Home, Jane Eyre, The Cat’s Meow, Sabrina Fair and Boeing Boeing. Jeremy would not only like to thank the cast & crew for all their hard work, but also, as president of Lakeshore Players Dorval, the Board and all the members for their dedication and loyalty. Enjoy the show!
Julie HARMER - Kerr
Julie HARMER – KerrJulie is thrilled to be making her debut with Lakeshore Players Dorval. Her previous theatrical performance was with Snowglobe Theatre in their production or His Girl Friday where she played the feisty Mrs. Baldwin. Her training is varied, such as personalized coaching by Tom Todoroff in Montreal and New York, MSOPA, Suzanna LeNir, Stevie Vallance and Helene Rousse. Her acting experiences include feature film, short film, web commercials, promotional video, web series, TV pilot and voice-over work. Aside from acting Julie’s other love is painting – oil on canvas.
Sterling MAWHINNEY - Judge
Sterling MAWHINNEY – JudgeSterling is pleased to be back for another Lakeshore Players Dorval production. Sterling has previously appeared in the LP productions of The Cat’s Meow, The Real Inspector Hound, Picasso at the Lapine Agile, Rehearsal for Murder, The Mousetrap, Boeing Boeing, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, and earlier this season, in Calendar Girls. Selected credits include Lion in the Streets (Bill) and Seven Stories (Rodney) for Tableau D’Hôte Theatre, Man of La Mancha (Juan) for The Segal Centre, The Crucible (Hopkins) for Centaur Theatre and Rope (Rupert Cadell) for La Maison. Sterling’s busy season has included turns as Dick and the Ghost of Christmas Future in the Geordie Productions holiday production of A Christmas Carol (December 2017) and as Michael in Late Company for D2 Productions (November 2017). Thanks Carolyn, Shane and everyone in the cast for your courage in taking this journey.
Lisa MCCORMACK - Jean
Lisa MCCORMACK – JeanLisa is grateful to be working with Lakeshore Players Dorval once again; having made her debut with the company playing Elmire in their 2017’s production of Tartuffe. From there she put on her dancing shoes and enjoyed a successful run as The Jester in Hudson Music Clubs’ Once Upon a Mattress this past February. She is proud of Lakeshore for taking on such an intensely powerful play with Rough Justice.
Love and kisses to Davey, Kayla and Reilly xo
Laura MCDOUGALL - Radzinski
Laura MCDOUGALL – RadzinskiThis marks Laura’s third appearance in a Lakeshore Players Dorval Production, having performed the role of Lily-Belle (The Curious Savage) and Mrs. Enright (The Inspector General). Being teamed with such a phenomenally talented director, cast and crew is quite the privilege! Laura’s love of acting began when she was a young girl watching her father, Ray Gendron, light up the stage with his incredible presence! Family, as always, supportive in all endeavors – thanks in particular to R.J. for his endless encouragement.
Winluck WONG - Ackroyd
Winluck WONG – AckroydWinluck originally hails from Whitehorse, Yukon, where he fell in love with the whim of the wilds and the thrill of theatre. One of his earliest theatre roles was playing the attorney, Davenport, in Inherit the Wind. Ten years later, he’s now back in a courtroom with Rough Justice. This time on the defense. Whether we judge our actions on the basis of legalities or moralities, our quest for what’s right always goes on. May we never lose sight of ourselves in the process. Enjoy the show and thank you for supporting this brave production from Lakeshore Players Dorval. https://winluckwong.com/
THE CREW
Vickie KUCHLEIN - Producer
Vickie KUCHLEIN – ProducerVickie first became a member of Lakeshore Players Dorval in 1997, appearing both on and off stage for two seasons before taking a break from the world of theatre to pursue her studies in accounting. She returned in 2012 and has since been active both on and off stage and working as Comptroller. She has appeared in past productions such as: Picasso at the Lapin Agile, Don’t Dress for Dinner and last season’s The Inspector General. She has produced several productions for Lakeshore Players Dorval and has been serving as treasurer on the Board of Directors for the past two years.
Jim VOYSEY - Co-Producer
Jim VOYSEY – Co-ProducerAfter hitting the stage in last seasons production of The Inspector General as Bobby Frick, Jim has found his place with Lakeshore Players Dorval as a producer. This will be his third Co-Producer credit which includes last season’s Crimes Of the Heart and this season’s wonderful Calendar Girls. Jim is proud to be part of this new show with its multi-talented Director Carolyn Fe and amazing cast.
Shane NICHOL - Stage Manager
Shane NICHOL – Stage ManagerShane wants to thank his wife Dana for letting him take part this full year in the Lakeshore Players Dorval experience. Shane says “Don’t worry little goose you will have me back all summer. (Knock on wood).” This is Shane’s third play with Lakeshore Players Dorval. It completes the hat trick this season. Shane was the stage manager for Tartuffe and agreed to be stage manager for Rough Justice before Tartuffe was even over. You may have seen Shane on our stage as John Clarke in the winter production of Calendar Girls. Shane say’s “I’ve been very lucky this year and got to work with three brilliant directors. I couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend this year”. Shane thanks all the wonderful people he has worked with at Lakeshore Players Dorval and feels like they have become part of his family. For Shane, working with Carolyn and the cast and crew of Rough Justice has been a dream. Shane won’t ever be able to find the words to thank Carolyn for everything she has done for him. Shane wants to give a big shout out to Christina and Lisa for bringing him to Lakeshore Players Dorval and his family and friends and McGill group for the best support and love. Shane thanks you for coming and hopes you enjoy the show.
Elisa MACLEOD - Costume Designer & Properties
Elisa MACLEOD – Costume Designer & PropertiesElisa MacLeod is a recent graduate of the Dawson Professional Theatre Program (Dome Theatre). She began her theatrical career at a young age with the Montreal West Operatic Society, and has since trained alongside a number of acting and performance coaches including the artists and teachers at the Stratford Festival’s Shakespeare School. Back on stage for the first time since her graduation, her previous credits include Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing, Karen in August: Osage County, Isabel in The Pirates of Penzance, and Juliet in Romeo and Juliet.
Holli DRUM - Assistant Stage Manager
Holli DRUM – Assistant Stage ManagerHolli has been a Lakeshore Players Dorval staple for more than 20 years, and a priceless member of the backstage team. In her other life, Holli is also involved with the Girl Guides and Brownies in Dorval.
Gillian GILBERT - Assistant Stage Manager
Gillian GILBERT – Assistant Stage ManagerStill basking in the honour of being part of the fabulous Calendar Girls, Gillian is this time hiding behind the curtain. Originally from the U.K. she enjoyed a misspent youth singing in rock bands (notably with Steve Hackett/Genesis). In Canada she appeared with Le Festin du Gouverneur and Mont-Royal Operatic Society before joining Lakeshore Players Dorval. Over the past 23 productions, Gillian absolutely loves being part of her theatre family & thanks the entire cast & crew for such a rich & rewarding experience.
Jo-Ann PINE - Script Assistant One
Jo-Ann PINE – Script Assistant OneJo-Ann joined Lakeshore Players Dorval during 1997-98 season, and has worked behind the scenes for approximately 45 plays, (costumes, script, hair, baker) and Front of House for most of the plays from her membership through this year. She is Script Assistant No. 1 for this play. She was a member of the board twice and chair of the nominating committee. She once belonged to a small theatre group in the last century. She had the grey hair long before joining Lakeshore Players.
Marian PINE - Script Assistant Two
Marian PINE – Script Assistant TwoMarian has been a member of Lakeshore Players Dorval since 2011. She has worked Front of House, helped with costumes, (sewing and ironing) and has worked on the Play Selection Committee for the past two years. She used to be a member of the small theater group Pigdog Playhouse. She also enjoys attending the theater near Hudson and New York. Enjoy the show!
Eric SAUVÉ - Sound Designer
Eric SAUVÉ – Sound DesignerNoticing a mistake in St. Peter’s roster, God calls Satan; “It seems you accidentally received some of my professionals down there: a nun, a doctor and a teacher.“
“Yeah,” Satan replies. “All the more for me!”
God replies, “You better send them up here immediately.”
Satan says, “No way. I’m keeping them.”
God says, “Send them up here, or I’ll sue the horns right off you.”
Satan laughs uproariously, “Yeah, right. You and I both know you don’t have any lawyers up there!”.
Derek FLETCHER - Set Builder
Derek FLETCHER – Set Builder
Derek thanks you so much for coming out to see Rough Justice, and he hopes you enjoy the show. This is his first time organizing the set building and he is super thankful for the support from Carolyn, Shayne, Vickie and most of all for the help from the crew!| “Bill, Don, James, Dan and everyone who’s helped with moving and installing; you’re awesome and I would have been lost without your guidance and help so thanks a million! Cheers guys and gals, can’t wait to nail more nails and screw more screws with ya next season. Catch ya later!”
Konstantin KOKOSOPOULOS - Board Operator
Konstantin KOKOSOPOULOS – Board OperatorKonstantin has been a member of Lakeshore Players Dorval since 2006 and has since appeared onstage in about ten of their productions, including Fools, Twelve Angry Jurors, Bedtime Stories, Shakespeare in Hollywood, and The Curious Savage. In recent seasons, he has fed his hunger for power by co-producing Crimes of the Heart and Calendar Girls. This time around, he will be operating the board, which he has done previously on Having Hope at Home in 2010 and The Real Inspector Hound in 2012. He hopes you find the experience illuminating.
