2025 has been a wonderful year for the DCT! When we look back on everything we accomplished, there was one thing that was always there…YOUR support of live theatre in Dunnville! We couldn’t have done it without you.
Murder at the Mudcat Mardi Gras (in partnership with the Dunnville Chamber of Commerce for Mudcat Festival)
Dunnville Lions’ Club Home and Garden Show
DCT Drama Camp
Murder’s in the Heir (a new partnership with St. Michael’s Parish at their Parish Hall)
We have already started planning our 2026 season, so make sure you check in often to see what’s new and for audition information!
Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for your continued enjoyment of local theatre and we will see you in the New Year! Stay healthy and safe!
A big thank you to the Dunnville Public Library for letting us display photos and memorabilia from Dunnville Community Theatre’s 50th Anniversary. These items will remain on display for the next few weeks so please, drop by the Library and have a look through the many photo albums, posters and theatre programs from the last 50 years!
NEXT – Dunnville Community Theatre takes it on the road
In this year of our 50th Anniversary we had a special opening event: a traveling show presenting a home grown play called NEXT. The play was a comedy about, well, speed dating and grief. We know that doesn’t sound very funny but it was.
The play’s synopsis: When 12 lonely people, at loose ends with their lives attend a disorganized speed dating event, at a local pub, it takes a missing person and Tom Jones to help them see that they might be in the wrong place at the right time.
Oh what fun we had! This year we ran drama camp at full capacity and it was a wonderful experience for students, helpers, our most excellent teachers Ellie Bloomfield and Dana Hauser. It takes a village of volunteers to provide this fully funded exuberantly fun program to the youth of Haldimand County.
We are so grateful for the generous funding we received (again) from the Rotary Club of Dunnville and for our sponsorships from Hauser’s Pharmacy (again) and Wes Moodie (also again). With out the fantastic support from our community we could not make this happen and it is SOOOO worth it!
Let me tell you a little story about a club with a big heart, big ideas and a small bank account.
On March 17, 2020 Premier Doug Ford declared a state of emergency that came with a shut down. Just like everyone else who was non essential, Dunnville Community Theatre was part of that.
Welcome to Postcards from DCT Our series starts here
This is DCT’s Live Theatre Video blog‘s main page. We will do our best to entertain, inform and enthrall you with all things “Live Theatre” here. That may be very ambitious of us and we know it. We are new at this side of the twenty first century’s restrictions & ever evolving forms of communication, so be patient and kind with us. Your feed back is welcome!
“Mike Maloney – Centre Stage one Last Time”
DCT wishes to honour the memory of our long-time, much beloved member, Marvin “Mike” James Maloney
This video, a special postcard from DCT, was lovingly made in coalition with East Haldimand Hospice & Dragonfly Wishes.
Postcards from DCT – “Season 1 Wrap Up-with everyone who was on camera”
Every member of the cast & crew gives their thoughts on this project. Over-all impressions – IT WAS FUN!
Postcards from DCT episode 10 “Return to Grimm Reality”
What happened to all those unhappy actors and that pig? A very happy ending of course!
DCT owes BARN 11 PRODUCTIONS a huge debt of gratitude. Without their expertise, patience and guidance through out this entire project we would not have been able to create, learn and grow as successfully as we did in this new endeavor. Also they sponsored this episode.
Thank you awesome BARN 11 PRODUCTIONS!
Postcards from DCT episode 9 “Directors”
What is almost everyone’s favourite job in live theatre? The answer may surprise some of you.
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Postcards from DCT episode 8 “Fairytales”
Claire dreams of childhood stories and it goes horribly wrong.
This episode of Postcards from DCT was generously sponsored by Ed Robinson Homes. Thank you Ed!
Postcards from DCT Episode 7 “Our Audience”
We asked our audience members what they liked or didn’t like about DCT. Many of them said the same thing “Me? On camera? I’m too shy!”
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Postcards from DCT Episode 6 “The Producers”
What does a producer do? Why would this experience be good for you and your resume? The answers may surprise you.
When Dunnville Community Theatre needed insurance, including Director’s insurance, Peter Dieleman & Associates were there to help us. Peter’s team provided fast, friendly and very informative assistance. We are happy to receive their proud sponsorship of this episode of “Postcards from DCT”. If you have insurance, investment or financial advisory needs, give the Co-operators a call at 905 774 7576. The Co-operators have locations in both Caledonia and Dunnville. Check out their website at Peter Dieleman & Associates Inc – The Co-operators (cooperators.ca)
Postcards from DCT Episode 5 “Famous Actors”
Almost everybody wishes they were a famous actor at some point in their life. Which actors do actors wish they were? Which actor would you like to be?
This episode of Postcards from DCT was not sponsored. If you would like to sponsor an episode please visit our Contact page.
Postcards from DCT Episode 4 “BACK STAGE”
What is the second most important job in live theatre? The answer will surprise you.
This episode of Postcards from DCT was generously sponsored by Green Heron Veterinary Service. Green Heron – Bringing Animal Care to Farm & Home Visit Green Heron at http://stephvet.ca/ to see what excellent services they offer.
Postcards from DCT Episode 3 “Who was your favorite character to play AND what is your favorite play?”
Find out what actors think about the characters they love to play and the plays they love best
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Postcards from DCT Episode 2 “What is the funniest thing that ever happened to you on stage?”
Some surprising things can happen when you’re on stage!
This episode of Postcards from DCT was sponsored by Liz Koster, Royal LePage Real Estate Broker and long-time supporter of Dunnville Community Theatre. To find out more about Liz and how she could help you find your dream home or help you sell your current home check out her website www.lizkoster.com or call her at 905-574-4600
Welcome to our introductory Videoblog entitled “How Did We Get Here”
This short film is our maiden voyage into a ocean of theatrical entertainment and information. We hope you enjoy it and continue to follow us on this journey. Be sure to watch to the very end – there’s something to learn and laugh about there too. As always, we would love your feedback!
To gain audience interest before starting the series we made two promotional videos and we really hope you enjoy them. We certainly enjoyed making them. Let’s grow together in this playful adventure.
Promotional video one – Thank You Dunnville!
Promotional Video two – What do Theatrical People do when they have no stage?
Our series “Postcards from DCT” will start appearing here on October 6th. A new one will be posted every other week. We welcome your comments and involvement. If you are interested in becoming part of our Video team please fill out this form to say “I want to be involved” on the Become part of DCT page of our new website. We will welcome you!
