June 12, 2024
Meet Sheila McCarthy, Director of Steel Magnolias
King's Wharf Theatre
A Comedy About Life and Laughter
July 11 to July 28, 2024
By Robert Harling
Steel Magnolias explores the dynamics of life, love, and laughter in a small-town Louisiana beauty parlour as six southern women learn to embrace the future – and all of its uncertainties. Truvy, the outspoken owner, dispenses shampoos and free advice to her clients, who gather each week to talk, gab, gossip, chitchat, needle and harangue each other through the best times – and cry, comfort, caress, and repair each other through the worst.
These women are true steel magnolias: southern belles who are flowery on the outside but strong enough on the inside to survive any challenge. Charming, witty, and delightfully entertaining, Steel Magnolias is a bittersweet comedy that reminds all of us that life is a precious gift to celebrate.
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Running Time: 2 hours and 25 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission.
May 22, 2024
Delicate as magnolias, but as tough as steel: Six strong women use humour to get through their heartacheThe heartwarming comedy-drama set in a beauty salon uses wit, charm and laughter to show that strength grows out of friendships.
Originally produced by the W.P.A. Theatre, New York City, 1987.
(Kyle Renick, Artistic Director)