Letter from the Editor There’s something a little unusual about taking a vacation early in the year, at least for me. Normally, my va- cations fall later on the calendar when the weather has turned and snow has arrived. But this year, an opportunity came up, and we decided it was the perfect time to take the plunge. And by plunge, I mean an actual cruise.
Your Guide to Summer Entertainment! SUMMER THEATRE SEASON 2026
THE LONG WEEKEND Written by Norm Foster June 10 to July 4
For the first time ever, we packed up the family and headed off on a Caribbean cruise to visit the other St. Thomas. As someone who gets a little queasy on ferries and just about anything smaller than a football field that floats, the idea of being on a boat for an entire week was… let’s say mildly nerve-wracking. No one wants to spend seven days staring lovingly at the railing. Adding to the adventure was the fact that I hadn’t been on a plane since about Grade 5. Back then, my biggest concern was whether the in-flight snack would include cookies. This time around, my concerns were more along the lines of remembering how airports work, TSA Strikes and trying not to look like someone who hadn’t flown in several decades. But I’m happy to report that everything went surprisingly smoothly. The plane ride was perfectly fine, the ocean didn’t revolt against me, and the cruise itself was fantastic. The weather sat at a comfortable 25 degrees almost the entire week, which felt particularly luxurious compared to the surprise snow we enjoyed over Easter. We spent one night in Miami before boarding the ship, and I have to say, it quickly became clear that we did not quite blend in. Miami is a place filled with people who appear far more fashionable, glamorous, and wealthy than I could ever hope to be on my best day. Walking around, I couldn’t help but feel like the Clampetts had rolled into town for the weekend. Once we were on the ship, life became wonderfully simple. Wake up. Eat. Relax. Explore. Eat again. And then eat some more just in case. One of the great revelations of cruise life is that dinner magically appears whenever you want it, and you never get asked the dreaded question: “What’s for din- ner tonight?” Which, unfortunately, is exactly what hit me the moment we returned home. After a week of culinary freedom, standing in the kitchen and realizing I once again had to decide what to cook felt like the harshest re-entry to reality imaginable. Still, as wonderful as the trip was, that old saying really does ring true: There’s no place like home. Travel is a great thing. It lets you see the world, experience different cultures, and learn a little more about how other people live. But it also has a funny way of reminding you how lucky we are right here.
When two couples spend the weekend in their country home, betrayals & grudges resurface & the gloves come off! A weekend filled with secrets, unbridled desires & shenanigans.
SUGAR ROAD July 8 to July 25
Written by Kristen Da Silva
Years ago, Hannah was utterly smitten when Jesse, a charming country singer, rode into town. Now he’s a superstar and he’s back. A comedy with big laughs, a little romance & a splash of country.
DEADLY MEMORIES July 29 to August 15 Written by Steven Gallagher
This brand new thriller/comedy will keep you laughing and gasping at the same time. If you crave big laughs wrapped in a juicy who-done-it, don’t miss this show. WORLD PREMIERE
PortStanley FestivalTheatre
www.psft.ca 519-782-4353
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