Tag: Harvey

Meet the Cast of HARVEY! Lucas Anders is Dr Lyman Sanderson!

Tell us about the character you play in HARVEY! Dr Lyman Sanderson is an individual who likes being in a position of authority but will toe the line when he needs to. He will own up to his mistakes and is loyal to the people he cares about. His relationship with Miss Kelly can be volatile, but there’s something more beneath the surface.

What is your background in theatre? At Walterdale? Last season at Walterdale, I was an Assistant Director on The Penelopiad. In the season before that I was in The 39 Steps playing Richard Hannay.

What brought you out for Harvey? Why did you want to do the show? It’s really fun show! Although it’s from the past it has some themes that resonate with me including the importance of family, acceptance and love.

Why do you think audiences should come see Harvey? If you’re looking to step back in time and share some laughter with friends this is the perfect show!

Have you ever had an imaginary friend? I’ve never had any imaginary friends, but if I did they would be kind, caring and mischievous!

Meet the Cast of HARVEY! E Unland Spencer is the Cab Driver, EJ Lofgren!

What is your role in Harvey? I play the cab driver. I drive a cab. Except for on Tuesday nights. I have those off.

What is your background in theatre? At Walterdale? I’ve done high school and university theatre here and there. This is my first Walterdale show.

What brought you out for Harvey? I auditioned on a whim, and I couldn’t be happier with how it’s worked out.

Why do you think audiences should come and see Harvey? It’s such a warm story, perfect for the beginning of winter.

Have you ever had an imaginary friend? I was more of a monsters under the bed kid. And monsters in the closet. And outside the window. And on the ceiling. Monsters everywhere, really.

Meet the Cast of HARVEY! Thomas Usher is Elwood P. Dowd!

What is your role in Harvey? I play Elwood P. Dowd. He is the calm centre of a world that whirls around him. In his personal philosophy he has learned to accept that the best way to live one’s life is look after those you encounter with genuine kindness. After 40 years of living up to what others expected of him, he has now chosen to restore a sense of balance to his life; to treat others with the kindness and attention they deserve. Elwood now practices how to put away the distractions of the big problems and cares, and to focus on the simple joy of living in the moment, and in pleasant company. The fact that he happens to enjoy sharing his time with a mischievous 6 foot rabbit he see as no impediment, but rather a beneficial distraction. To his credit, Elwood’s simple and pure heart allows him to see Harvey, and to welcome him as a keen observer of human behaviour, and a faithful companion on his journey.

What is your background in theatre? At Walterdale?

Last directed Jake and the Kid at Walterdale in January, 1988.
Founder and Artistic Director of Red Deer’s Prime Stock Theatre for 27 years, Great West Summer Theatre for 5 seasons and BARD on BOWER for 11 seasons.
Has taught post-secondary theatre across the province, including 17 years at Red Deer College (now Polytechnic), and is a certified fight instructor with Fight Directors Canada. Also an actor, Thomas spends his summer acting as a theatre interpreter with Parks Canada in Banff and Jasper.

What brought you out for Harvey? Why did you want to do the show? I met a charming 6 foot tall rabbit on the street corner one day. . . .who could resist?

Why do you think audiences should come see Harvey? To believe in Harvey is to see the goodness in humanity; to discern the sanity amidst the madness that confronts us each day; to share a pleasant time with whoever you’re with, wherever you are at the moment, for as long as they allow. To listen intently, and refrain from undue judgement. To treat all with respect and decency. . . .we could all use a little more careful listening these days, it seems.