By Willy Russell The author of Shirley Valentine! February 21 to March 2, 2013
SAGEBRUSH THEATRE
A brash, feisty hairdresser named Rita crashes into Dr. Frank Bryant’s life wanting an education. Rita is a breath of fresh air for Frank, she challenges the attitudes of a traditional university, teaching him to question his own understanding of his work and himself. Educating Rita will tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funnybone at the same time.
Scott Bellis - Frank
Holly Lewis - Rita
Sarah Rodgers - Director
Heather Cant - Assistant Director
Drew Facey - Set and Costume Designer
Gerald King - Lighting Designer
Cayman Duncan - Sound Designer
Kelly Manson - Stage Manager
Skylar Nakazawa - Apprentice Stage Manager
WCT's Educating Rita 'refreshing and real' - Kamloops This Week, February 25, 2013
Solid performances highlight WCT’s Educating Rita - Kamloops Daily News, February 22, 2013
Educating Rita 'a delicious treat' for director - Kamloops This Week, February 21, 2013
CBC Interview - with Holly Lewis (Rita), February 19, 2013
Press Release - Educating Rita showcases great Canadian talent - February 19, 2013
The challenges of Educating Rita - Kamloops Daily News, February 15, 2013
Designed for teachers to use to engage students in the play before they attend student matinees, the Study Guide has lots of interesting information on Educating Rita for everyone.
DARYL TALKS "EDUCATING RITA"