The New Canadian Curling Club

Loved the scipt and acting. Highly recommend.

Steven U, Markham

I loved the subject matter and the fact we were allowed to laugh at the subject matter. All of it was relatable and rang true. A big thank for this production.

Sylvia W., Gulelph

We were caught up into the tales of this play and thoroughly enjoyed it. Its witty but truthful about the problems with racism in todays Canada. We had a frank discussion about how we can be more mindful neighbors from now on. Thank you to the cast and crew of this play.

Clare P, Waterloo

My wife and I were joined by six fellow curlers and we all loved the production. Not just because we are curlers but because we are Canadians learning the difficult adjustments for new Canadians and in this case the game of curling. From belly laughs to tears of sadness, this had it all. Stunned set design and awesome acting.

Larry L, Burlington

All of the actors were unique and very entertaining. The messages were important and delivered in an easy way to hear and accept.

Jeanne H, Guelph

Thank you Drayton and Mark Crawford for this thoughtful, funny, heartwarming tale of Canadian cliches meeting newcomer realities! This play shows the issues new Canadians face and then takes us down a path to redemption! And curling on a theatre stage!? Brilliant! We laughed, we cried! Thank you to all who created it....we needed this!!

Bryan H, Fergus

Difficult subject matter covered in a humorous, insightful manner.

Dawn M, Toronto

Excellent cast! It's nice to see newcomers to Drayton Theatre. Acting was excellent. This play is a must see. It makes people reflect upon the words they use and how it affects newcomers to Canada.

W I, Kitchener

Actors had a busy job! Ice setting and antics were well done.

Susie M, Kitchener

We live in Drayton and it was our first time at the Drayton theatre (shame on us). What a wonderful show. The story was written and acted to cover a wide variety of sometimes "uncomfortable" stereotypes and prejudices. We all enjoyed it and we can't wait to see another show. Bravo Drayton Entertainment... Bravo!

Chris P, Drayton

Refreshing look back to our time in a small Northern Ontario curling club.

Stephen A, Waterloo

The show was great from the 1st second. Cast was amazing in their roles and the plot and writing top notch. Laughed out loud many, many times! Would recommend to anyone to see the show and take the beautiful drive to Drayton. Was my first time there but not my last! Thank you for a great time!

Cathy K, Kitchener

Great show with a fantastic cast!

Michael S, Collingwood

Very entertaining. Lots of laughs and thought provoking moments. Highly recommend this performance. One of the few that I would enjoy seeing again some day.

Bette S, Sarnia

It was extremely well done, very funny yet excellent observations were made in a good way of how immigrants or people of colour are too often discriminated against in so many ways. I really enjoyed it.

Erla K, New Hamburg

Excellent show.

Joanne P, Grand Bend

As an immigrant, I could relate to this play. Excellent show, great message, extremely well written and acted. Enjoyed it immensely. Would like to add that I became unwell during the performance. The staff (Alexis) and a second member whose name I did not get, were very attentive. Both ladies took care of me and Alexis made sure I returned to the play and made sure I was safely seated. Drayton theatre staff is exceptional. Thank you.

Yolande W, London

Great play all round. Second time I've see it.

Anne M, Dublin

What a wonderful day spent at the Drayton Festival Theatre watching The New Canadian Curling Club. Be prepared for the racism that the immigrants encounter. The actors did a great job and my mom and I will definitely be back to watch more great plays here!

Lorraine H, Princeton

Real life account of people and their interactions and reactions. With patience and understanding we can get along. Actors were good and I enjoyed the performance.

Susan H, Kitchener

Excellent story line. Great acting.

Grace S, Elora

Really enjoyed the show. It was funny, and has a great message. Very Canadian...thanks.

Darlene T, Walkerton

Absolutely AWESOME! Hilarious, but also SOOOOO TOUCHING because its message is so accurate! The performers played their roles SUPERBLY!!! I'd see it again and AGAIN!

Catherine D, Woodbridge

Loved the show. Very funny but thought provoking at the same time.

Rosalind H, Georgetown

This was a very good show that was eye opening on how we are dealing with diversity in our world today. Not so well. As a curler I loved the connection. Well written and well performed.

Don & Lois F, St. Catharines

Loved every minute! Set design similar to our curling rink. The laughs! Immeasurable!

Elizabeth M, Kitchener

The New Canadian Curling Club was a thought-provoking, super enjoyable show. I appreciated the playwright's message. A small cast provided a big entertainment. They all had their own charm and character traits which were very believable and gave a revealing perspective to the audience. The set was very well done - the lighting that depicted the rafters of a curling arena were very cool. We sat in the balcony and sound was great. We thoroughly enjoyed this performance.

Nancy R, Guelph

I was intrigued by a play dealing with the challenges of immigration and bigotry in a curling club setting. The show struck all the right notes in dealing with such a sensitive topic. From the start, it had us laughing at things we probably shouldn't have been laughing about but also thinking about our own beliefs and how we might react in these situations. Really well done.

Paul P, Oakville

Show was great and the actors did a wonderful job.

Art M, Durham

Great show with a great message. Very funny.

Chris E, New hamburg

This play was a delightful surprise. Well written, well cast, brilliant acting. Although it's very funny, the message is clear. Loved it.

Trish L, Wasaga Beach

So funny and a little outrageous, all the makings of a great play. Great work Drayton Theatre.

Cheryl L, Bayfield

Very entertaining and well done. Highly recommend it. Always a plus to see diversified entertainment.

Sue K, Kitchener

Very good!

Peter V, Woodstock

It was so good - the actors really did fit their roles!! No pretending was needed - as can happen in some plays! I liked the actual story very much - and it was just as stated - very funny and very moving. So glad we got to see this performance!

Annie A., Palmerston,

Fantastic script by Mark Crawford. The creative team did a great job with the set. The cast is excellent, loved each of the performers. Highly recommend!

Jeanette H, Kitchener

Great show. Very meaningful to Canadians who can offend immigrants very easily without realizing it. Life as an immigrant is not easy. The fellow who played the gentleman from India and Stanley were hilarious.

Paul W, Orillia