A note from the director
A story
brought to life.
They say a director is only as good as the people surrounding him. If that’s true, I’ve managed to make myself look pretty darn good!
I’ve had the pleasure of working with six wonderfully talented women who bring the characters of Steel Magnolias to life with warmth, humour, heart, and just the right amount of Southern sass.
Of course, what you see on stage is only half the story. Behind the scenes, eight terrific crew members lead even more volunteers. From stage management, lighting and sound to costumes, props, set construction and décor, every element has been a labour of love.
Together, we’ve laughed, worked hard, solved a few problems, probably created a few of our own, and put together a show we’re genuinely proud of.
So now it’s your turn. Sit back, relax, and let the wonderful world of Steel Magnolias work its magic.
Thank you for supporting Garrison Little Theatre and the wonderful people who make community theatre possible. Enjoy the show!
Vince Marinaccio Director, Steel Magnolias
A note from the president
Thank you for
being here.
What a wonderful season it’s been for Garrison Little Theatre! Much of that success is thanks to you, our loyal patrons, whose support keeps community theatre thriving in Fort Erie.
We opened with The 39 Steps, our best-attended production since COVID, followed by A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters, featuring three wonderful couples whose performances were warmly received. And now we close with Steel Magnolias, featuring six extraordinary women who’ll make you laugh to your heart’s content.
None of this would be possible without our dedicated volunteers, both onstage and behind the scenes, who truly are the heart of GLT.
Looking ahead to 2027, we open in March with Norm Foster’s Doris and Ivy in the Home. In May, the Brits are coming: our friends from England’s Farrington Dramatic Society return with a murder mystery as part of our international theatre exchange. We’ll close with Tom Dudzick’s Greetings.
Finally, thank you for making Steel Magnolias such an overwhelming success. Our performances have sold out, but we’ll do our best to accommodate additional patrons at the door whenever space permits.
On behalf of our entire GLT family, thank you for supporting local theatre. Enjoy the show, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2027!
Rick Nigh President, Garrison Little Theatre
The play
Setting & story
Small-town salon.
Big-hearted women.
A play in two acts, set in Truvy’s beauty salon in the fictional town of Chinquapin, Louisiana.
At the heart of the community, six women gather to share news, laughter and life’s hardest moments. Through friendship and humour, they meet change and loss with a strength that shines as brightly as the magnolias.
Behind the scenes
Creative &
production team
A community production made possible by a dedicated team.
Stage ManagerSamantha Grimmitt
Assistant Stage ManagerKyra Potter
Lighting EngineerJohn McMorland
Lighting DesignDan Bennett
Sound Engineer
and Audio FXPete Weinzettl
Set Décor and PropsChante Chevalier
Hair, Makeup and WardrobeCheryl Kennedy
& Margaret Domnin
Master CarpenterPatrick Ferriday
Stage & Set CrewLezley Martin
& Margaret Domnin
