1979 by Michael Healey, presented by Phoenix Players
Schedule
Fri, 25 Apr, 2025 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 03 May, 2025 at 07:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Gladstone Theatre | Ottawa, ON
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"An insightful, and funny look back at Canadian politcs!"Joe Clark was just under 40 when he became Canada's youngest Prime Minister on June 4, 1979. He held the position until he was—wait for it—just over 40. Michael Healey’s comedy explores the night when Joe Clark is awaiting in his office the parliamentary vote which will seal his political fate. That evening, Joe is visited by a veritable hall of fame of 1970s (and later) Canadian political names, including finance minister John Crosbie, foreign minister Flora MacDonald, former prime minister Pierre Trudeau, his wife, Maureen McTeer, aspiring Conservative candidate Brian Mulroney, and Stephen Harper (then a lowly gofer).
Each one of them has sound political advice for Joe Clark but he determined to stick to his principles, even if it means triggering an election everyone knows is a bad idea. Throughout the play, the author has included asides to provide the background to the political events unfolding on stage.
The result is a play that delivers a glimpse into the funny, and sometimes moving, nature of Canadian political life in 1979.
TICKETS https://thegladstone.ca/shows/1979/
Evening performances at 7:30PM
Matinee performances *weekends only* at 2:30PM
Regular: $27
Regular (65+): $24
Student/Artist/Unwaged: $24
Angel: $75*
PWYC Tuesdays: $5-$75
**This show contains some adult content and a healthy dose of explicit language. Viewer discretion is advised.**
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Where is it happening?
The Gladstone Theatre, 910 Avenue Gladstone, Ottawa, ON K1R 6Y4, Canada,Ottawa, OntarioEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
