Play Date
Read a play with us each month
Monthly play reading activity aiming to spread awareness, and increase appreciation of playwrights and playwriting from around the world. Anyone is welcome to join, and read regardless of play reading or language skills. The session will be followed by a discussion led by a professional theatre artist to spark conversations about the themes, style, form, and current world issues related to the selected play.
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Third Thursday of the Month
7:00PM - 9:30PM
An Enemy of The People
An Enemy of The People
Henrik Ibsen’s An Enemy of the People is a gripping drama that explores the conflict between truth and self-interest. Written in 1882, the play follows Dr. Thomas Stockmann, a physician who discovers that the local spa waters, crucial to his town’s economy, are contaminated. When he tries to expose the truth, he faces fierce opposition from the townspeople and his own brother, the mayor. A timeless critique of majority rule, corruption, and moral courage, An Enemy of the People resonates with audiences as a powerful examination of integrity and social responsibility.
Henrik Ibsen
Henrik Ibsen (1828–1906) was a renowned Norwegian playwright often regarded as the “father of modern drama.” Known for his pioneering work in realistic theatre, Ibsen’s plays delve into themes of individualism, societal norms, and moral dilemmas. His masterpieces, including A Doll’s House, Hedda Gabler, and An Enemy of the People, challenge audiences to confront uncomfortable truths about human behavior and society. A trailblazer in addressing controversial topics, Ibsen’s influence on drama and literature remains profound, shaping the evolution of modern theatre worldwide.
JOIN PLAY DATE
Play Date is a monthly play reading activity, held on the third Thursday of each month. We read one play from around the world together. The play reading is followed by a group discussion about the play. Anyone is welcome to join and practice reading out loud, regardless of experience or level of English comprehension. With Play Date, learning English becomes fun. This is a place where you can practice speaking out loud, expand your vocabulary and meet new people. Play Date is produced by Crane Creations Theatre Company. Crane Creations is an immigrant led professional theatre company located in Mississauga, Ontario Canada. Join us for our next Play Date!
Reading a play is like venturing into a new world.
Third
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every 3rd Thursday, 7:00PM - 9:30PM
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FAQ
Most frequently asked questions and answers
Do I need to purchase a copy of the play to participate?
No, there is no need to purchase the play in order to participate in the play reading, although we strongly encourage you to supporting the livelihood of playwrights by purchasing their published work. For the purpose of Play Date read, we have obtained a permission of the playwrights to read their work and you will be provided with access to it on the day of the read. Please do consider supporting playwright by either purchasing the play, attending a show in the future or donating. Thank you.
Can I just listen if I don’t want to read?
Absolutely! If you would like to join us for one session just to see how it goes, feel free.
I have never read a play before. How do I prepare?
You are trying something new! Yay! No need to prepare anything, we will explain how things go during our event. If you have any special requests, or accessibility needs, please e-mail us at: info@cranecreations.ca
How do I suggest a play to read?
Of course you can! Join us for a Play Date, and enter your suggested play in the survey at the end of the session. Our team will read the play, contact the playwright (if the play is still under copyright) and add find a way how to add it to the schedule.
How are the roles going to be distributed?
Each Play Date we share the roles based on how many characters are in the story, and how many participants we have.
What If I'm not very good at reading?
Don’t worry. There is no pressure! This is your time to practice, and fail without judgement. People of all levels are welcome to join.