Four Play:
A Series of Play Readings
Call for Directors
JUNE 4–7, 2026
Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2pm
Every day a different play! A showcase of lightly rehearsed readings of plays by local playwrights.
Pay-What-You-Wish
Tickets will be available at the door
(general admission)
The South Simcoe Theatre is looking for Directors for our upcoming readings for Four Play: A Series
of Play Readings.
Four Play presents lightly rehearsed readings of a variety of works. Whether you are an experienced director or someone looking to try your hand at directing for the first time in a low-risk format, this could be for you! Please note that this is a volunteer opportunity.
Please send expressions of interest and any questions to the Four Play Committee at fourplay@thesouthsimcoetheatre.com.
Deadline: March 11, 2026.
Plays will be available for perusal upon request. Be sure to include your top three choices of shows in your expression of interest.
Auditions will be held in mid-April, with rehearsals in May. Four Play runs June 4–7, 2026. Rehearsal time in the SST space will be limited, so directors must be able to utilize their time in the rehearsal space effectively and organize rehearsals outside the space with their casts if necessary. Potential candidates are reminded that this is a reading and are encouraged to use narrators to read stage directions in place of blocking. Additionally, only basic technical elements will be available.
The South Simcoe Theatre encourages inclusion, representation, and accessibility in all its endeavors, both on stage and off. In that spirit, we encourage diversity in our casting and director selection process.
Thursday, June 4th at 7:30PM
Leaving Marjorie Bliss
by John Spurway
The friendships of three old women at the Marjorie Bliss Retirement Home get tested when the arrival of a handsome widower has them competing for his attention.
Friday, June 5th at 7:30PM
Last Known Well
by Ron Davies
When words fail his father, an estranged son comes home to help his parents only to discover that they must all relearn how to communicate if they are once again to know each other well.
Saturday, June 6th at 7:30PM
The Big Break
by Chris Cluff
A dark comedy about auditions, authority, and the quiet desperation of people trying to work in the arts without losing their minds.
Twelve Steps Forward, Twelve Steps Back
by Hannah Crothers
A story told in two directions, a father’s recovery, a son’s memory, and the question of whether ‘sorry’ can actually fix the past.
Sunday, June 7th at 2PM
Conversations With Me
by Michelle Greig
A comedy about one woman, many voices, and absolutely no consensus.
We Are Family
by Kevin Longfield
Dire circumstances force two estranged sisters to seek long-lost harmony.
WING DING TEA ROOM
Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am–2pm
Join us for our annual fundraiser as part of the Cookstown Wing Ding on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am–2pm. Enjoy our scrumptious strawberry shortcake, take a tour of the theatre, and learn about our upcoming season and how to get involved at The South Simcoe Theatre.
Don't forget to mark your calendar!
This Show is Sponsored by
Our Season Sponsors
The South Simcoe Theatre is a registered non-profit organization which produces a variety of plays and musicals each season. We are grateful for your support, the support of the community, and the support of our generous sponsors.
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