Pen Pals (Port Alberni)
Fri & Sat, Nov 13–28 at 7:30 pm · The Capitol Theatre, 4904 Argyle St, Port Alberni
Portal Players stage the Canadian premiere of Michael Griffo's Pen Pals, about two women who have written to each other for more than fifty years.
When: Fri & Sat, Nov 13–28 at 7:30 pm (November 13, 2026 – November 28, 2026)
Where: The Capitol Theatre, 4904 Argyle St, Port Alberni · Port Alberni guide · Pacific Rim
Venue: The Capitol Theatre (Portal Players) · 8 upcoming events there
Organizer: Portal Players Dramatic Society
Tickets: $30 (or $79 season pass)
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Bernie lives in New Jersey and Mags in England, and the two have been writing letters to each other since their teens without ever meeting. Portal Players present the Canadian premiere of Michael Griffo's play, directed by Brent Ronning and starring Katherine Hooton and Alexandra Reynolds. Opening night on November 13 raises money for Alberni Valley Breast Connections. Six shows over three weekends; box office opens at 6:30 pm.
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