CATNIPS One-Act Festival

Get ready for an evening of bold, bite-sized theatre as Central Alberta Theatre (CAT) presents the CATNIPS One-Act Festival, running April 3–5, 2025. This year's lineup offers a dynamic mix of comedy, satire, and heartfelt storytelling, featuring original works including by local playwrights and a classic play written by Anton Chekhov. CATNIPS is a rollercoaster of theatrical surprises that will leave you laughing, thinking, and wanting more! 
 
THIS YEAR'S LINEUP 
 
➡ The Boor (by Anton Chekhov) – A hilarious clash of grief, loyalty, and unexpected romance unfolds when a stubborn landowner demands payment from a recent widow proving a point to her late, unfaithful husband. 
➡ West Brook Part 1 (by Jessica Swainson) – Can love break through the barriers of class expectations? Charles defies tradition when he falls for Melissa, a woman from a lower class, in this romantic drama about choice and family tensions. 
➡ A Trumped Up Fairy Tale (by Courtney Boniface) – A satirical, laugh-out-loud fairytale about a not-so-beloved king on a quest to make his kingdom great again. But first, he must answer the ultimate question: What do women want? 
➡ The Germ Chronicles (by Jeremy Robinson) – A semi-autobiographical staged reading exploring the creative moments that shape us, blending art, family, personal trauma, and humour in a deeply personal journey. 

Note: Some plays contain strong language and mature themes. Viewer discretion is advised. 

SHOW DATES & DETAILS 
Dates: April 3, 4, 5, 2025 
Time: 7:30 p.m. 
Tickets: $20 – At https://centralalbertatheatre.ca/events or the CAT box office at 403-967-1769. 
Location: Studio Theatre (upstairs at CAT Studios, Red Deer Memorial Centre)