O Christmas Tea: British comedy stirs up holiday laughs in Vernon

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“Theatre is in its essence an exercise in imagination, a suspension of disbelief,” Alastair Knowles, who plays the eccentric Jamesy character, said. “O Christmas Tea focuses on, and plays with, this distinction.”

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To James, on-stage events are make-believe and the audience is of the real world. To Jamesy, on-stage events are real and the audience doesn’t exist. This vast difference in perspectives dissolves as the play progresses, and audiences find themselves compelled to join the performers in the world of imagination and in the delight of ‘play’.

Knowles adds, “We want adults to leave feeling lighter, more playful, and a deeper connection not only with their companions, but also with the entire community that shared the mesmerizing moments in the audience.”

Alastair Knowles and Aaron Malkin in O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy. (submitted photo)

“We are thrilled to bring friends and family together. Particularly at this time of year, we are reminded to dream big, embrace imagination, and celebrate a childlike excitement for merriment,” Aaron Malkin said. “And for audiences that have already made O Christmas Tea part of their traditions, there will be some surprises we look forward to sharing!” “

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There will also be four performances of the show at the Kelowna Community Theatre on December 22 and 23.

Tour dates and details are available at www.ochristmastea.com