Helen Watson of Lambeth is TNT! For 21 years, Helen Watson has been a resident of Lambeth. As a previous Master Gardener, she maintains an English Garden with rotating colours throughout the gardening season and freely shares plants and seeds. She volunteers with ‘Friends of the Library’ sorting and organizing donations for sale at their book store and at the annual October sale to raise funds for the library. As a member of Huff n’ Puff, she started to learn tap dancing at age 62 and entertains seniors with the Jazzy Tappers. She had enjoyed theatre in school but did not participate again until she retired and moved to London. She has been a member of The Nostalgic Theatre (TNT) for 17 years. TNT is a volunteer, non- profit entertainment organization founded in 1978 by a group of seniors retired from theatre, television and radio. Members’ ages range from 55 to 88. Helen is 77. Twice a year – spring and fall – TNT entertains at seniors homes and for fundraisers, at dinner theatres, conferences, and for various occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays. Some themes are Disney, The Minstrels, War Years, 40s, Roaring 20s, Dirty 30s, Love Connection, Across Canada, Christmas and more.
“Shows are a wonderful hour of songs, skits, choreographed group numbers and funny stuff. We laugh a lot. It keeps the wrinkles in the right place,” says Helen who has taken on roles as an actor, choreographer, and costumer.
After 10 years as Artistic Di- rector, Helen (in black at left) is stepping back from her role and thus invites anyone with a sense of humour and a creative streak to contact her at 519-652-6488 or hwatsonsk9@yahoo.com. TNT is also currently looking for a new director, back stage / costume helpers, performers and some-
one to assist with the sound system. This is your chance to work with some great folks, share your talents and bring joy to the community. Look for The Nostalgia Theatre on Facebook.
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