Kdun – Curtains Up on a beloved community tradition as the Sawdust Theatre officially kicked off its 57th season on Friday evening, June 6. The opening performance, titled “Recipe for Disaster” or “Camilla’s Culinary Quandary,” once again filled the historic venue with laughter, cheers, and a healthy dose of old-fashioned melodrama. Set against the backdrop of Coquelle City decades ago, the play weaves a story of lost gold, spirited matchmaking. And the kind of high-spirited mischief that Sawdust Theatre audiences have come to cherish year after year. As the house lights dimmed, the audience knew they were in for a rollicking good time.
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Curtains Up for “Recipe for Disaster” means a return to classic melodrama with a culinary twist. The plot follows Camilla, a spirited cook whose culinary talents accidentally stir up more than just soup when a hidden cache of gold is discovered. With townspeople scheming and matchmaking in full swing, the action keeps the laughs coming and the plot simmering. As with past Sawdust Theatre productions, the cast delivers over-the-top performances designed to delight the crowd. Complete with interactive booing, cheering, and lively asides that break the fourth wall. This playful style is part of what has made Sawdust Theatre a local cultural landmark for nearly six decades.
Curtains Up marks more than just the start of a performance; it represents a celebration of community heritage. For 57 years, the Sawdust Theatre has been a gathering place for people to connect, laugh, and share in the power of live theater. Volunteers, actors, musicians, and stagehands all contribute to the production, keeping the tradition alive. The enthusiasm of the opening night crowd was a testament to how important this theater remains to Coquelle City and beyond. As the applause rang through the historic building. It was clear that Curtains Up this season signals another summer of unforgettable memories. Powered by the timeless charm of melodrama and the bonds of community spirit.
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