As thanks to our wonderful partners at the Thorold 50+ Centre we present a special, pay-what-you-can workshop performance of Murder: On the Air

Members can help Thorold Theatre launch a new touring production!

Thorold Theatre is launching a new kind of live entertainment experience for Niagara audiences with Murder: On the Air. You are invited to help shape the future of the show.

It’s an original, interactive murder mystery designed to travel beyond traditional stages and into wineries, clubs, and community venues. Set inside St. Catharines’ own CKTB radio station during the sweltering summer of 1935, Murder: On the Air unfolds as a live broadcast gone wrong. Secrets surface, tensions rise, and a fast-paced mystery pulls the audience directly into the action.

Be prepared for Thorold Theatre to reach out and survey you after the show,

This workshop presentation on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at the Thorold 50+ Centre, is to be followed by public performances on June 27 and 28 at Club Belvedere. And your input is being solicited.

Developed with Niagara’s hospitality industry in mind, the show is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing service models, requiring minimal technical setup while delivering a high-impact, memorable guest experience. Niagara winery representatives will be  invited to attend the public performances as guests as part of the show’s development process.

What do you think? Do we have a show?!?

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About the Play

Murder: On the Air is an original, fast-paced murder mystery set inside a 1935 radio studio in St. Catharines. Presented in a live broadcast format, the story combines suspense, humour, and audience engagement as characters—and clues—unfold in real time.

About the Production

Written by Daniel Willis
Directed by Tresa Rees
Produced by Sophie Ellis

Directed by longtime Niagara theatre artist Tresa Rees and produced by Sophie Ellis, the production brings together an experienced creative team focused on developing original Canadian work with strong community and commercial potential.

The workshop process will allow the creative team to refine pacing, audience interaction, and technical flexibility to ensure the production performs effectively across a range of venue types.

Show Details

Workshop Presentation

When: Sunday, June 21, 2026 — 7:00 PM (Doors 6:00 PM)
Where: Thorold 50+ Centre
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Can General Admission

Food & Beverage Experience

Thorold 50+ Centre (Workshop Performance)

• Juices and water
• Charcuterie box
• Ice cream buffet

About Thorold Theatre

Thorold Theatre is a volunteer-driven not-for-profit dedicated to creating engaging live theatre experiences and developing original Canadian work in the Niagara Region. The company produces seasonal productions, community collaborations, and touring initiatives that connect audiences with accessible, high-quality performances.

Quotes

Daniel Willis, President, Thorold Theatre
“This production is designed with both audiences and venues in mind. We’re creating a theatrical experience that’s not only entertaining, but adaptable—something that can live comfortably in wineries and community spaces while supporting their business goals. We’re proud to partner with the Thorold 50+ Centre to begin that process.”

Brenda Bator, President, Thorold 50+ Centre
“We’re honoured to support new creative work in our community and delighted to host Thorold Theatre as they develop this unique and engaging production.”