Category: Announcements

Introducing our 2026-2027 season!

Directors pitched eight plays to the Play Selection committee, eliciting an evening of passionate discussions about theatre.

Here are the three productions to look forward to:

A Monster Calls- by Patrick Ness
Directed by Max Bethel

When the truth is more terrifying than the monster.

A Monster Calls, a poignant stage adaptation of Patrick Ness’s novel, tells the story of a struggling 13-year-old Conor. A monster appears, telling stories that force Conor to confront his inner fears and eventual acceptance of his truth.

Maternal Combustion – by Daynna Jacklin
Directed by Jess Mattin

Girls’ getaway. Motherhood Meltdown.

When four friends return for their annual getaway, years of heavily guarded secrets finally reach the breaking point. Maternal Combustion offers a moving and humorous look at the bonds of friendship and the hidden struggles of motherhood.

Waiting for Godot – by Samuel Beckett
Directed by Rien Vesseur

Still waiting. Still brilliant.

Two friends wait endlessly for a mysterious figure named Godot. This play explores the absurdity, uncertainty, and emptiness of being human.

Ladysmith Little Theatre Hosts the South Island Zone Theatre Festival

Ladysmith Little Theatre is proud to host the annual South Island Zone Festival which runs May 12-16 at the Ladysmith Little Theatre.

About the Festival

The Festival is an opportunity for audiences and amateur Theatre groups to share and learn from each other and a Theatre Professional. Each evening a different Theatre Company will perform followed by a short public adjudication by Sarah Rodgers. The following morning there is an in-depth coffee critique for the performing company. On the final Saturday afternoon there will be a luncheon with Theatre Sports followed by the Awards ceremony. A Festival pass is available which includes admission to the coffee critique and awards luncheon.

Purchase Festival Tickets

Tickets and Showtimes

Dates: May 12-16. 7:30pm

Venue: Ladysmith Little Theatre, 4985 Christie Road, Ladysmith, BC

Tickets: Single-performance – $25, Festival Pass – $65, Awards& Luncheon- $10

Join us for a monthly play reading the first Wednesday of every month at Sands Reception 6:30-9:30. This is to explore plays and read for enjoyment and each others’ company.

There are no further play readings this season. Please look for new readings to be scheduled in the fall of 2026

If you have a script to suggest, or would like to participate please contact president@mercuryplayers.org