Theatre Under the Trees 2023

The Hobbit

Follow the quest of our favourite home-loving hobbit through magical Middle Earth as he learns that friendship is more valuable than gold. This new adaptation of the much-loved story features music, monsters, and more! Best for ages 6+ (dragons, monsters, and Gollum make The Hobbit a little bit scary).

• Directed by Jennica Grienke*
• Featuring: Morgan Benedict, Jessica Buchanan, Randi Edmundson, Laine Gillies, and Rem Murray
• Running time: 120 minutes with intermission

The Incredible Adventures of Mary Jane Mosquito

Join Mary Jane, a wingless mosquito from Petit Petit LePaw, Manitoba, in this delightful musical cabaret. Featuring Cree language and a beautiful message of belonging, Mary Jane Mosquito overcomes fear and adversity to make new friends. Best for ages 3+

• Directed by Cheyenne Scott*
• Featuring: Winona Myles and Alex Ward
• Running time: 45 minutes, no intermission

For content warnings and more information about what to expect, check out our Accessibility Guide.

*The participation of these Artists is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors' Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance Opera Theatre Policy (DOT)

Tickets

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Slow No Tempo Concert: July 14th 6pm

Kamloops Famous quartet Slow No Tempo will be serenading Prince Charles Park with Lord of the Rings inspired music on July 14th at 6pm, just before opening night for The Hobbit. This concert is by donation. There is no need to have a ticket to The Hobbit to attend the concert - but you can add tickets to your donation and make it a double feature in the park!

New Shoots Reading A: July 21st, 11am (Zoom)

Join us online for a reading of a new play in development, Aaron Foster's The Wild McLeans. Based on Kamloops history, this play follows the McLean brothers in the final days of their short and complicated lives. Best for an adult audience, this play includes racism, sexism, and violence.

New Shoots Reading B: July 22nd, 2pm (in person)

Join us in Prince Charles Park for a reading of a new play in development, Jakob Kopytko's adaptation of Thumbelina. Great for all ages.

Improv After Dark: July 28th, 9pm

Some of Kamloops best improv artists hit the Theatre Under the Trees stage for an unhinged night of wild and silly impromptu storytelling. Improv After Dark is supported by BCLC. Best for an adult audience.

Special Events tickets are by donation.