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A Note from the Director

This company was born from my desire to passionately pursue the following: to independently produce both licensed and original works, to actively use theatre as a tool for social change, and to promote healing through sharing the arts with the community. After 20 years in my warm cocoon as an arts educator with the HWDSB, I’ve decided to spread my wings and fly into this new artistic journey. BIG HEARTS little theatre was born one year ago outof a love that sometimes feels too big to hold.

Artists are deeply feeling humans who require respect, kindness, understanding and trauma-informed pedagogical practices.  My goal to create safe spaces where artists feel supported and nurtured as they explore, create, develop, and transform. I am honoured to share their work with you tonight.

At BIG HEARTS little theatre, I will continue to safely, and lovingly guide young artists as they develop their skills and pursue their dreams. I humbly invite you to follow our journey on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and our website. It takes a community to create theatre—but oh, how theatre builds a community in return.

One Good Marriage by Sean Reycraft explores our deep human need to be seen, heard, and connected. In a time when belonging and community feel more important than ever, the play reminds us to reconnect—with ourselves and with each other.

Thank you for supporting BIG HEARTS little theatre,

Erin Newton (she/her)
Artistic Director
BIG HEARTS little theatre