Season
1973-74
Play
Gros Mourn
Run Dates
August 12, 1973–August 13, 1973, Sally's Cove
August 14, 1973–August 15, 1973, St. Paul's, Cow Head & Rocky Harbour
September 6, 1973–September 7, 1973, St. John's
Poster by The Mummers Troupe.
Playwright
Director
Cast
- Mary Walsh Performer
- Donna Butt Performer
- Christopher Knight Performer
- Paul Sametz Performer
- Andrew Thompson Performer
- Lynn Lunde Performer
Description
In 1973, the provincial government’s plan for what is now Gros Morne National Park had five obstacles: the communities of Sally’s Cove, Belldown’s Point, Green Point, Bakers Brook, and Lobster Cove. In response, the Mummers Troupe worked with the residents of Sally’s Cove to create this play about how the park’s creation would impact them. In the show, the relocation plan is imposed upon the residents, halting community growth and forcing locals out. The play premiered in Sally’s Cove on the eve of the official park signing which was held in Rocky Harbour.
Production type
- Mummers Troupe Production
