THEATRE PREVIEW

MARCH 2026 | Volume 261

 

WONDERWALL is coming to The NEST on Granville Island!

Black Box Theatre Co. is bringing Wonderwall to The NEST on Granville Island in Vancouver from April 16 to May 2, 2026.

Wonderwall, written by Canadian playwright James Barclay, is a heartfelt and comedic drama about unlikely friendship, family breakdown, and the search for stability in uncertain lives.. This moving piece of theatre blends laughter with tears in a uniquely uplifting way. Wonderwall had its world premiere production run last year in North Vancouver, to rave reviews and accolades.

SYNOPSIS
Charlotte is a bright, sharp-tongued teenager whose life begins to unravel when her family falls apart and they find themselves in financial ruin. Facing the loss of their house, Charlotte decides to raise some money by starting a lawn-care business with Peter, a sweet but quirky middle-aged neighbour who lives with his elderly mother. What begins as a simple scheme to earn cash slowly grows into a genuine friendship that bridges age, ability, and circumstance. Through humour, compassion, and moments of painful honesty, Wonderwall explores how broken people can still build something meaningful together.
WEBSITE: www.wonderwallplay.com

CAST (in order of appearance)
Marta Bilous as Charlotte
James Barclay as Peter
Omer Aubin as Scott
Carrie Hunter as Anne
Tracy Labrosse as Tina

CREATIVE TEAM
Director - Tracy Labrosse
Producer - James Barclay
Stage Management - Ronica Huynh
Assistant Stage Manager - Adam Crystal
Lighting Designer - Alice Chen
Sound Designer - Tracy Labrosse
Set Designers - James Barclay and Tracy Labrosse

PRODUCTION DATES
Wednesday through Sunday, April 16 - May 2, 2026
Evening performances start at 8:00 p.m.
Matinee performances start at 2:00 p.m.
Matinees on April 18, 19, 25, 26, May 2

Estimated running time: 95 minutes without an intermission.

Preview on April 16: $29
General: $39

Venue:
The NEST, Granville Island
1398 Cartwright Street, 3rd Floor, Vancouver, BC V6H 3T5

Links:
Website: www.wonderwallplay.com
Tickets: www.tix.com/ticket-sales/Wonderwall/7715
Facebook: @blackboxtheatrevancouver
Instagram: @blackboxtheatrevancouver

ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT
James Barclay is an actor, screenwriter, playwright, and director who was born and raised in Vancouver. He spent more than a decade working in the European film industry, where he wrote and directed national commercials, short films, independent features, and television pilots. During this time, he had the opportunity to collaborate with acclaimed actors including Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones), Ulrich Thomsen (Banshee), and Zlatko Burić (Triangle of Sadness). After returning to Canada, Barclay shifted his focus from film back to his first love—the stage. His recent credits include productions of The Play That Goes Wrong by Mischief Theatre, The Dining Room by A. R. Gurney, and Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun by Norm Foster. Two of his own plays, Wonderwall and The Movie Star, will be hitting Granville Island stages in 2026.

ABOUT BLACK BOX THEATRE CO.
Black Box Theatre Co. seeks to ignite change through art that challenges, connects and enriches both our audiences and artists. By delving into new creations and revitalizing classic works, we commit to being adaptable in our production methods and to continually reflect on our purpose and impact within the community. www.blackboxtheatre.ca

Contact Black Box Theatre Co. for more information

 

 

 

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