March 1st, 2024Mount Players bring dark comedy to life

The Mount Players’ first production for the year opened on February 23 and is being directed by Lancefield local, George Benca.

This is George’s debut role with The Mount Players and he is very excited to bring to life this dark
comedy, Wild by Mike Bartlett.

George is an accomplished actor and director with over 30 years’ experience in the Victorian community theatre scene.

First appearing with Powderkeg Players in the 1980s, he has since appeared on stage with several theatre companies including Williamstown, Adelphi, Encore, Malvern, STAG, Peridot and Eltham.

In recent years he has directed plays at Eltham, Essendon and STAG (Strathmore) theatre companies. Interestingly, it is also the first time all three actors are treading the boards at the Mountview Theatre.

Wild runs until March 10, so there is still time to check out the website for full details and tickets at www.themountplayers.com or call 5426 1892.

The second production for 2024 is Looped, a comedy by Matthew Lombardo and now in rehearsal. It will open on May 10 – read about it on the website.

All in all the theatre is buzzing so we look forward to welcoming you into The Mountview Theatre to enjoy a great show, complimentary sherry on arrival, tea/coffee and biscuits at interval and a well-stocked bar. See you at the theatre.

By Karen Hunt