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Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune

Name: Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune
Start: 2026-11-25
End: 2026-11-28
Location: Nanaimo

The newly formed Butterfly Theatre stages its debut production, "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune," a play by Terrence McNally. Running from November 25 to 28, 2026, at the Mike Taugher Studio Theatre at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, the show involves collaboration with VIU theatre students.

Date: Nov 25-28, 2026
Location: Nanaimo
Status: Upcoming

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Highlights

Debut production by Butterfly Theatre
Staging of Terrence McNally's "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune"
Collaboration with Vancouver Island University theatre students for production roles

The newly established Butterfly Theatre, founded by owner Rebecca Godin, presents "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune" as its inaugural production. The play, directed by Susan Hunt, is scheduled for November 25 to 28, 2026, at the Mike Taugher Studio Theatre, located within Vancouver Island University (VIU) in Nanaimo.

Terrence McNally's 1987 play is a poignant love story about a short-order cook named Johnny and a waitress named Frankie. Set in a small New York apartment during the late 1980s or early 1990s, the narrative explores their relationship and the decision to embrace a chance at love despite past hurts. This production uniquely integrates with VIU's Malaspina Theatre curriculum, with university theatre students contributing to essential technical elements such as lighting, set construction, and sound.

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Location described by the source: Mike Taugher Studio Theatre; nanaimobulletin.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Nanaimo

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