Plays
Sweet Ride
a play for two actors and two musicians
adapted for the stage by
Reid Campbell and Laurel Darnell
from the book Sweet Ride by Ann Barry
music by Reid Campbell
Sweet Ride is a stage adaptation, with original songs, of the book 'Sweet Ride' by Ann Barry. It is the true story of a wartime bicycle trip from Blockhouse Nova Scotia to Charlottetown PEI, taken during the summer of 1943, by four young women. It is a story that reveals the independence, confidence and grit of two sisters, their cousin and a friend.
-see below for performance information-
These songs are from the new play 'Sweet Ride' which received a 'Table Reading' sponsored by P.A.R.C, in the winter of 2023 followed by a public reading!
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Dinner Theatre on the road to Bluenose Lodge with Sweet Ride April 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th AND April 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th
Bluenose Lodge in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia in partnership with Flying Fish Theatre, is pleased to announce eight performances of Sweet Ride, a new play with music by Reid Campbell and Laurel Darnell.
Inspired by Ann Barry’s 2017 book, Sweet Ride is the true story of a “grand adventure” taken in the summer of 1943. Four young women embark on a journey by bicycle from Blockhouse, Nova Scotia to see their musical hero, Don Messer. They realize their dream, sitting in the studio audience during Mr. Messer’s live radio broadcast at the CFCY studio, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. Set during the height of World War Two, the adventure recounts 400 miles on one speed bicycles, blistering heat, torrential rain, roadside aid provided by soldiers and the rides at the Bill Lynch Carnival. Two actors, two musicians, one period bicycle and eight songs tell this charming tale of perseverance in pursuit of a dream.
Bluenose Lodge has collaborated with Flying Fish Theatre from Mahone Bay to produce Sweet Ride. Directed by Sue Evans, the Sweet Ride company features Teryn Barry, Reid Campbell, Eilidh Campbell and Laurel Darnell. Set and Property Design are by Merrill Heubach and Costume Design and Construction are by Erin Gore, Esther Amiro and Stephanie Vinnedge
Guests attending Sweet Ride will begin their experience with a delightful three-course meal from a menu created by Bluenose Lodge Chef Chris Fergusson. With choices for each course, the menu accommodates dietary restrictions. The menu is posted on the Bluenose Lodge website – BluenoseLodge.ca – so guests can peruse the menu in advance. Guests will make their menu selections when they arrive.
For each performance of Sweet Ride, dinner begins at 6pm, followed by the show.
Tickets for this intimate theatrical experience are $115 + HST and include a three course dinner, gratuities and the performance of Sweet Ride. A limited number of overnight packages are available – please inquire when purchasing your tickets.
TICKETS NOW ON SALE and may be purchased by calling Bluenose Lodge at 902-634-8851 or 1-800-565-8851.
For Further Information or Inquiries:
For Inquiries Related to Ticket Sales, Marketing and Promotion
Bluenose Lodge
Mark Trask
902-634-8851 Mark.Trask@BluenoseLodge.ca
For Inquiries Related to Production
Flying Fish Theatre
Laurel Darnell LaurelDarnell@gmail.com
The Rum Runners' Ball
A comedy with music by Reid Campbell
Snuffer Pearl, the local rum runner has a problem...there's a new Temperance officer in town and he's checking all their favourite 'hides'. Snuffer finds the 'perfect' hide and a venue for the 'Ball' but his plans run up against Blanche Keddy and her 'revival' style Temperance meeting.
Based on true stories of rum running and temperance during Prohibition in Canada, 'The Rum Runners'Ball' is set in 1930 Mahone Bay and is performed by Laurel Darnell, Bruce Jollymore and Reid Campbell
After successful shows last summer, The Bluenose Lodge in Lunenburg NS. is having us back in 2025. We start June 18th and run every Wednesday until September 24th. Reservations: (902) 634 8851