Stained Glass begins season with family comedy

Isabel Phillips, 13, performs in "Family Camp" at Stained Glass Theatre. The play was originally written for the dinner theater but was adapted to be a play.
Isabel Phillips, 13, performs in "Family Camp" at Stained Glass Theatre. The play was originally written for the dinner theater but was adapted to be a play.

Stained Glass Theatre begins the summer season with the comedy "Family Camp."

The show, directed by Gail Clements, set in 1947, is the story of a family summer camp operated by the same husband-wife team for 42 years. The owner of the camp has been losing money and decided to sell. The new owner has decided to take the outdoor camp indoors, and the town people rebel. The conflict causes the husband and wife operators to resign. As the situation unfolds, the laughs mount.

Clements says it a family comedy with a message.

The play takes place in one setting, built by Mike Harvey. The action unfolds on the last night of the old ownership.

There is a cast of 22 with ages ranging from 9-66.

Clements is working with assistant director Doug Leith and mentoring him so he can direct in the future.

"The play was written as a dinner theater, but we have turned it into a stage play. The audience interaction with the cast remains and thus they can feel more a part of the show," Clements said.

"In doing a play there are many volunteers to thank. Without their help and encouragement it would not happen," Clement said.

At a glance

What: "Family Camp," presented by Stained Glass Theatre

When: through-June 11, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday

Where: 830 E High St.

Tickets: Opening night $7 and every other performance $9 at 634-5313