Beach Radio celebs and other locals part of live (virtual) play for Carnival
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Organizers say it’s an event that’s never been done in the Okanagan or Western Canada before. And it will make its debut at Vernon Winter Carnival next month.
“Our HOME Town – A virtual theatrical experience,” is a live theatre production that will be produced, directed and performed entirely online – physically-distanced, as required by provincial health orders.
“We are making the most of available technology and creative techniques to bring you a unique theatrical experience – like a staged reading, but better,” said Heather Sharpe, Event Producer and Director at Sherpa Group Events. “The casting, rehearsals and tech were all done through video conferencing. Each show is performed live from the actors’ homes. So, you never know what may happen and each night is going to be slightly different.”
The play, custom written by 107.5 Beach Radio’s Jason Armstrong is a light-hearted and family-friendly homage to Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” adapted to feature local happenings and celebrities.
