The House That Jack Built…
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to attend a play in Toronto, “The House That Jack Built”. The play was created and produced by members of the Suitcase Theatre Company. I had been invited to see the play by one of its creators, Whitney Smith. It was a “Puppet Musical” and had been developed especially for kids! The fact that I enjoyed the play proves that I am a “big kid at heart”! Yes, I must admit that I really enjoyed myself and, judging by reaction of the other “big kids” in the audience, they enjoyed it too!

If you read my article Suitcase Theatre you will learn that the play was loosely based on the poem, The House That Jack Built. After the play I had the opportunity to meet and talk with Whitney. During our conversation we talked about the Company’s desire to present this play, and others, to audiences throughout southern Ontario. They would like to do this at festivals and events during the summer and fall months. I would suggest that if you want to have some great fun with your kids and grand kids, look for festivals and events featuring one of the Suitcase Theatre’s plays. As stated on their website. “Suitcase Theatre is an independent arts company operated under the auspices of the Seeds of Hope Foundation, (Website) a non-profit charitable foundation that oversees five social rejuvenation projects in downtown Toronto aimed at nurturing the talents of people facing special challenges.“