Looking for something interesting to do this weekend? Check out Cinderella of the Golden Years at the Confederation Seniors Centre.
The play, written by Burnaby resident Amy Shah, is a pantomime take on the classic Cinderella story.
"We have caricatures. The main character is a woman played by man. He's in drag," Shah said. "The whole thing is based on the Cinderella story, but it's been completely updated."
Shah is a retired drama and English teacher who now volunteers at the Confederation Seniors Centre. She described the piece as a musical comedy that includes eight cast members from the centre.
"They are all seniors. They are grandmothers and grandfathers, and (they are) very enthusiastic," Shah said, with a laugh. "It's going to be funny, I hope, and it's just going to be a non-stop musical comedy. ...It's kind of a no frills productions, rigged up in the dining hall."
Despite the lack of a proper stage and limited props, Shah promised to make the best of it and entertain people.
Shah received support from two longtime members of the local seniors community: Anne Kallwhite and Valerie Rozings, who helped put on the play.
"Without them it would not have worked," Shah said. "They've really given their support to this project."
Tickets must be bought in advance by calling the centre at 604-294-1936. Shah estimated that they've sold around 100 tickets for each show.
Cinderella of the Golden Years debuts on Friday, Nov. 29 - doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. There is a second showing on Sunday, Dec. 1 - doors open at 12:30 p.m., show starts at 1 p.m. Tickets are $10 for members, $12 for non-members. The centre is at 4585 Albert St.
