Opening this week at the Free Gallery on Bloor is a fascinating little piece entitled, The Jones Boys. This intense and critically acclaimed drama about the strife of surviving addiction returns to Toronto for the premiere run of a new reworked version.
Show Description:
First written in 1977, Walmsley has reworked his play for this collaboration with director Peter Pasyk(surface/underground theatre.
This site-specific show transplants audiences into the basement of the rock-bottom to share laughter and heartbreak with heroin addicts and hookers trying to eek out a better life for themselves.
In preparation for their roles, director Peter Pasyk had cast members spend time observing Toronto addicts and prostitutes to better understand the world and characters they would be portraying.
In keeping with the theatre company’s commitment to integrity, a portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales for the 2 week run are generously being donated to the Toronto-based CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health).
The Jones Boys
Written by Tom Walmsley
Directed by Peter Pasyk
Starring: Nick Abraham, Cyrus Faird, Cara Gee, Dov Mickelson, Shannon Taylor
September 30th - October 15th
Tues-Fri. 8pm, Sat. 8pm & 10pm, Sun 2pm PWYC
(*No show Fri. Oct. 14th
Toronto Free Gallery, 1277 Bloor St. W. (@ Lansdowne Station)
Tickets: $20
For tickets email: thejonesboy2011@gmail.com
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