Meghan Gardiner’s "To Perfection" at Genesis Theatre
A Genderational Comedy
Delta Stageworks in Association with shameless hussy productions Presents To Perfection Written by Meghan Gardiner
Directed by Renee Iaci
October 2-6, 2024 | Genesis Theatre | 5005 45 Avenue, Delta
Opening Night: Thursday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Preview: Wednesday, October 2 at 7:30pm
Performance Times: October 3, 4, & 5 at 7:30pm | October 5 & 6 at 3:00pm
Run Time: 80 minutes (no intermission)
Post-Show Talkback: October 3 | October 4 | October 5 (3:00pm & 7:30pm)
Tickets: $23.50 + fees (students) | $25 + fees (seniors) | $33.50 + fees (adults) | Available online at Delta Stageworks
Delta Stageworks, in association with shameless hussy productions, is thrilled to present Meghan Gardiner’s To Perfection this fall from Wednesday, October 2 to Sunday, October 6 at Genesis Theatre in Delta, B.C.
Wholesome and hearty. Fresh and frosty… is it cake? Or is it To Perfection?
Gloria, a former celebrity TV chef, played by the inimitable Patti Allan, is finally reuniting with her estranged grandchild, Alex. However, the temperature heats up when Alex, played by Cece Ludwar, comes out as non-binary and opens a ‘genderational’ divide. Can Gloria and Alex find the perfect mix for their family recipe? Or will it all bubble up and explode?
Without sugar-coating the challenges, To Perfection is a comedy that tackles issues of modern life and family conflict in a relatable and hilarious way, ensuring audiences of all ages will find this play containing all the right ingredients for the perfect food-for-thought theatre outing.
Written by Meghan Gardiner and directed by Renee Iaci, To Perfection was developed by shameless hussy productions and premiered at the Surrey Arts Centre in 2022.
To Perfection is about gender, family, love and, ultimately, acceptance.
“We loved To Perfection for its humour and its ability to raise our awareness about one of the truly important social issues of our times for youth and their families: gender identity.” – Peg Christopherson-Keenleyside & Eric Keenleyside, Delta Stageworks
“This is the story we need right now, a heartwarming and hilarious tale that invites us to move toward greater understanding and compassion for loved ones of all ages and genders.” – Ariana Barer, Sexual Violence Prevention Educator
“To Perfection is creating a dialogue around gender, acceptance, learning and growing. I believe that these conversations are important in order to better understand one another. Asking questions and seeking knowledge is paramount to uniting people together. The world needs more plays like To Perfection.” – Alisha Khalil, FilledUpCup.com
Credits for To Perfection:
Playwright: Meghan Gardiner (she/her)
Director: Renee Iaci (she/her)
Producer: shameless hussy productions
Performers: Patti Allan (she/her) & Cece Ludwar (they/them)
Lighting Designer: Jillian White (she/her)
Sound Designer: Mary Jane Coomber (they/them)
Set Designer: Megan Lane (she/her)
Set Construction: Sylvain Senez (he/him)
Costume Designer: Jessica Oostergo (she/her) with additions from Cece Ludwar (they/them)
Stage Manager: Harlow Nguyen (they/them)
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About Delta Stageworks
Delta Stageworks brings innovative theatre arts projects to Delta with the goal of connecting people who live in our community with local stories and social issues past and present. We bring together professional theatre artists, community-based theatre-makers, and community groups in educational workshops, devised theatre creations, and site-specific presentations. Delta Stageworks also presents at the Genesis Theatre in Ladner (Delta). We are committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all that we do. The company was founded in 2020 by actor/writer producers Peg Christopherson-Keenleyside (she/her) and Eric Keenleyside (he/him). www.deltastageworks.ca
About shameless hussy productions
Established in 1995 with a mandate of "telling provocative stories about women to inspire the hand that rocks the cradle to rock the world", Vancouver’s shameless hussy productions puts HERSTORY to the forefront. We search for and create work that provokes a deeper understanding of women's past, present and potential and bring it roaring onto stages across Canada and the US. Previous productions still on tour include Meghan Gardiner’s Love Bomb and Dissolve. www.shamelesshussy.com
