November 18-21, 2026
Present Laughter By Noël Coward
Join flamboyant actor Garry Essendine as he fends off friends and admirers while preparing for an overseas tour. Laughter and egos clash in this fast-paced farce about fame and the absurdity of theatrical life. Filled with wit and chaos, Present Laughter is a delightful show that celebrates drama both on and off the stage.
Cast & Crew
Director - Shelagh Carlini
Production Team
Producer - Rose McKay & Peggy Wyatt
Stage Manager - Sarah MacDonald
ASM - Open
Set Designer - Michael Carlini
Costume Design - Maria Cerone
Properties - Sue &Ted Gordon
Lighting Design - Joey Ferguson
Sound Design - Open
Front Of House - Open
Cast
Garry Essendine – Peter Shipston*
Liz Essendine – Catherine Hughes
Monica Reed – Jill McMillan*
Roland Maule – Tristan Stansfield
Daphne Stillington – Sammie Motie*
Joanna Lyppiatt – Kirsty Campbell
Morris Dixon – Imre Szabo
Fred – Steve Birtles
Miss Erikson– Judy Atherton
Lady Saltburn – Judy Atherton
Hugo Lyppiatt – John Fetherston
*-New to Markham Little Theatre