We are planning performances of this delightful comedy around May 7 to May 11 2025, at the Urbandale centre in Kemptville.
Click here to see the cover of an old script in book form.
We had auditions Tuesday November 26. Most roles have been cast and the director is making direct contact with individuals who might play the young male Brian.
- GEORGE MARDEN, J.P. Al Billiald.
- OLIVIA (his wife). Stephanie Gilman.
- DINAH (his niece). Rachelle Eastman.
- LADY MARDEN (his aunt). Janet Clarke.
- BRIAN STRANGE not yet cast.
- CARRAWAY PIM. Kevin Cockell.
- JARVIS. Marco Valenti.
You might want more information about this play. For now, please enjoy this summary, as provided by Project Gutenberg...
"Mr. Pim Passes By: A Comedy in Three Acts" by A. A. Milne is a theatrical play written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Marden family, particularly focusing on George and Olivia Marden, their niece Dinah, and the titular character, Mr. Carraway Pim. The play explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the complexities of human relationships through a comedic lens that highlights the intricacies of marriage and family dynamics. The opening of the play sets the stage in the morning-room at Marden House, where Mrs. Olivia Marden is contemplating changes to the decor, revealing her desire for excitement in her life. Mr. Pim arrives seeking a conversation with George Marden but instead encounters Dinah, who is brimming with youthful exuberance and shares her recent engagement to Brian Strange, a painter. As Mr. Pim interacts with Dinah, it becomes clear that he is a somewhat awkward but well-meaning character who has inadvertently become entangled in the lively dynamics of the household. This introduction establishes a lighthearted atmosphere, hinting at the conflicts between tradition and modernity, as characters grapple with their desires and family expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)"