Backyard Theatre - A Night in Flanders

On the night of May 2nd, 1915, John McCrae returns to his dugout physically and emotionally exhausted after having buried his friend, Alexis Helmer. He closes his eyes to rest, and when he opens them a moment later, he finds himself in a strange, dream world. Has he died? Or is he merely sleeping? Confused and distraught, he revisits the day’s events, the chaos of war, his life up to this point. As he struggles with difficult questions, he receives a surprise visit from his mother, Janet.

McCrae House is the birthplace of Lt. Col. John McCrae, the doctor, soldier, and poet who wrote In Flanders Fields. This show provides an opportunity to connect with the legacy of John McCrae in a contemporary and compelling way, set against the backdrop of the historic and beautiful limestone cottage in which he was born.

Running Time: 60 minutes (no intermission)

CAST

Tim Clarke………………………………………………………..John McCrae

Jennifer Cornish………………………………………………………Janet McCrae

PRODUCTION TEAM

Director……………………………………………………………Scott William

Produced by………………………………………………….….Scott William

Start time 7:00 pm – seating begins at 6:15 pm

Cash Bar.

PLEASE NOTE:  A Night in Flanders is performed outside in the backyard of McCrae House, no indoor rain location.  Please dress according to weather conditions.  We recommend casual clothing and comfortable shoes. The show will go on through most weather conditions.  In the case of severe inclement weather, a performance may be delayed or cancelled.  If a performance is cancelled, your tickets will be automatically refunded, and we will assist you in securing tickets for another performance, if possible. COVID-19 protocols will be in place.