The New Canadian Curling Club

A story that will sweep its way into your heart

FEBRUARY 25 - MARCH 23, 2025

Written by Mark Crawford
Directed by Santiago Guzmán

Inspired by the local refugee resettlement program, a small town organizes a Learn-to-Curl class to welcome newcomers. But when its organizer slips on the ice and breaks her hip, the rink’s ice maker and former champion curler Stuart MacPhail is forced to step in as head coach. Trouble is, Stuart has some strong opinions about immigrants...

What follows is an inspiring and hilarious story of a group of unlikely athletes who face off against local prejudice and claim their identity as “new Canadians”. Don’t miss the hit comedy about burning rocks, bonspiel beers, and becoming a team.

This show is approximately 2 hours & 15 minutes (including a 20 minutes intermission).
Please note: this show contains mature language, haze, and strobe (in one scene).
This show is recommended for ages 9+

The New Canadian Curling Club was commissioned and developed by the Blyth Festival. The New Canadian Curling Club premiered at the Blyth Festival on June 22, 2018.
The New Canadian Curling Club is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.MQlit.ca