4th Line Theatre founder Robert Winslow is writing a play about the former Millbrook high school, and the outdoor theatre company is inviting members of the community to a special reminiscence event this fall.
Managing artistic director Kim Blackwell will join Winslow at the October public gathering, which will aid in the development of Winslow’s forthcoming play Millbrook High, an exploration of the stories of the high school located on County Road 10 from its 1960 opening until its closing in the early 1980s.
Members of the public are invited to attend to share stories and memories of the history of the high school. According to Blackwell, community reminiscences are central to 4th Line Theatre’s play development program and its historical research.
“Reminiscences give us first-hand accounts of the history we are researching and are an essential part of developing our plays,” she says in a media release. “Without this, our productions would not have the authenticity and realism our patrons have come to expect.”
Past 4th Line Theatre productions developed through reminiscences include Ian McLachlan and Robert Winslow’s Doctor Barnardo’s Children, Leanna Brodie’s Schoolhouse. and Maja Ardal’s The Hero of Hunter St.
The community reminiscence takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. place on Saturday, October 14th at Centreville Presbyterian Church (574 County Road 28, Bailieboro), which is fully accessible. The event is free-of-charge and registration is not required to attend.
For those unable to attend in person, 4th Line Theatre is providing a virtual option. Register in advance at eventbrite.com/e/709667553757 and you’ll receive an email prior to the event with a link to the meeting on the Zoom video conferencing platform.
