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WODL FESTIVAL 2025-BANK THEATRE LEAMINGTON


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A 5 Day Drama Festival is coming to Leamington!

We’re excited to announce that the planning, contracting, and implementing of festivities, activities, and performances for the Western Ontario Drama League Festival (WODL) hosted by The Bank Theatre are well underway!

The Festival will take place May 14-18, 2025.


The 2025 WODL Festival is fast approaching, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting updates!


THE FESTIVAL THEME IS THE ROARING '20's


The  Opening Reception Ceremony will be held on Wednesday,  May 14th from  6pm-8pm in the Bevel Room of the Best Western Conference Centre.


Tickets, Hotel Rooms & Gala Tickets Now Available!

NEW TIME FOR BRUNCH

Awards Gala Brunch - Best Western Conference Centre in the Monarch Room

Time Change for Festival Brunch

Because of the scheduling of the Sunday adjudication, the Festival Brunch time has changed.


Brunch is now from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm


on Sunday May 18  in the Monarch Room at the Best Western.


The WODL board apologises for any inconvenience that this change causes.


Book your Brunch tickets at banktheatre.com/wodl-2025/.


Festival tickets, hotel room bookings, and Gala Awards Brunch tickets are officially open for purchase at External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://banktheatre.com/wodl-2025/. Whether you’re joining us for a single night or immersing yourself in the full Festival experience, now is the time to secure your spot. Don’t wait too long availability is limited!


Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities


Support community theatre and gain valuable exposure by becoming a Festival sponsor or placing an advertisement in our Festival program. There are a variety of sponsorship levels and advertising options available. Learn more and secure your spot today at External link opens in new tab or windowwww.banktheatre.com.


Workshops Are Set!


We are excited to offer 3 workshops that cover a range of topics, suitable for participants of all skill levels.

  • Playwriting
  • Acting
  • Lighting Design

Thursday Workshop - Playwriting with Paula Wing, Thurs, May 15, 10 am to 12 pm in the Bevel Room of the Best Western Conference Centre.

Friday Workshop - Acting - Connecting to the Text with Martha Burns. Fri May 16, 10 am to 12 pm in the Bevel Room of the Best Western Conference Centre.

Saturday Workshop - Lighting with Mark Mooney, Sat May 17, 10 am to 12 pm in the Bevel Room of the Best Western Conference Centre


Stage Design & Lighting Grid


For participating companies, the stage design and lighting grid will be available soon. This will help you plan your technical needs in advance. Watch for an update in the coming weeks.


Gala Awards Brunch & A Warm Welcome to Leamington


The Festival will conclude with the Gala Awards Brunch on Sunday morning, where we’ll celebrate the incredible talent and dedication of our community theatre groups. Join us for a delicious meal as we recognize outstanding achievements and bring the Festival to a memorable close.


And while you’re here, take some time to explore Leamington!  Known as the Tomato Capital of Canada, Leamington offers stunning waterfront views, fantastic local dining, and a welcoming community. Whether you’re strolling along the shores of Lake Erie, visiting Point Pelee National Park, or enjoying a bite at one of our great restaurants, we hope you take in all that our host town has to offer.


Get your Festival tickets, hotel rooms, gala tickets, and sponsorship/advertising opportunities now at External link opens in new tab or windowwww.banktheatre.com!


Thank you to everyone working behind the scenes to make this Festival a success. Stay tuned for more updates, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!


See you at the Festival!


Best Western Plus Hotel and Conference Centre on 566 Bevel Line Rd RR1, in Leamington.


 

Festivals through the years

Festival Programs from 1957-2020

Programs being added over time

downloadable files

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Program Festival 2000 London.pdf
Program Festival 2001 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 2002 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 2003 Galt.pdf
Program Festival 2004 Woodstock.pdf
Program Festival 2005 London.pdf
Program Festival 2006 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 2007 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 2008 Chatham.pdf
Program Festival 2009 Woodstock.pdf
Program Festival 1990 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1991 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1992 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1993 Chatham.pdf
Program Festival 1994 London.pdf
Program Festival 1995 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1996 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1997 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1998 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1999 Woodstock.pdf
Program Festival 1980 Woodstock.pdf
Program Festival 1981 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1982 Kitchener Waterloo.pdf
Program Festival 1984 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1984 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1985 Burlington.pdf
Program Festival 1986 Cambridge.pdf
Program Festival 1987 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1988 Chatham.pdf
Program Festival 1989 Cambridge.pdf
Program Festival 1970 Waterloo.pdf
Program Festival 1971 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1972 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1973 Burlington.pdf
Program Festival 1974 Simcoe.pdf
Program Festival 1974 Simcoe.pdf
Program Festival 1975 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1976 Owen Sound.pdf
Program Festival 1977 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1978 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1979 Burlington.pdf
Program Festival 1960 Hamilton.pdf
Program Festival 1961r Kitchener.pdf
Program Festival 1962 Guelph.pdf
Program Festival 1963 London rotated.pdf
Program Festival 1965 Woodstock.pdf
Program Festival 1966 Niagara Falls.pdf
Program Festival 1966 Niagara Falls.pdf
Program Festival 1967 London.pdf
Program Festival 1968 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1950 London.pdf
Program Festival 1951 Kitchener-Waterloo.pdf
Program Festival 1953 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1954 Goderich.pdf
Program Festival 1955 Welland.pdf
Program Festival 1957 Kitchener.pdf
Program Festival 1940 Kitchener.pdf
Program Festival 1941 Sarnia.pdf
Program Festival 1947 Hamilton.pdf
Program Festival 1949 Windsor.pdf
Program Festival 1933 London.pdf
Program Festival 1934 London.pdf
Program Festival 1935 London.pdf
Program Festival 1936 London.pdf
Program Festival 1937 Galt.pdf
Program Festival 1938 Windsor.pdf
Program Festival 1939 Hamilton.pdf

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MINIFEST


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MINIFEST BINBROOK JULY 25-26


MINIFEST JULY 25-26, 2025 BINBROOK LITTLE THEATRE


Has your group signed up for Minifest yet?!?! It's time!!!


Do you know someone who has been wanting a chance to direct, but isn't really sure if they will like it or if they are ready? Or maybe you know a director with some experience who wants to try something different… maybe with some new actors. Or maybe you just want something fun to do this summer!!

 

Minifest is the answer! Binbrook Little Theatre would like to welcome you to Minifest 2025 - Binbrook on the Rocks - "Drink the Theatre Juice!" on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26. 6 lucky groups will perform Scoundrels in Kelowna by Gordon Walker. After each performance, workshop leader, Joe Sheik, will help us explore the show we just saw and maybe learn some new skills. Saturday night will feature a fun "awards" banquet.

 

Please see our website for all the details External link opens in new tab or windowwww.binbrooktheatre.ca/minifest. You can find a video explaining how Minifest works, information about registering your group as a participant, hotel information, and how to get your tickets. It's going to be a great time to hang out with your fellow theatre-folk.

 

Sign up your group soon! Deadline is June 1.


Festival Programs 2021-2030

 Festival 2021 - This Festival was cancelled because of Covid 19


Festival 2022 - This Festival was cancelled because of COVID-19


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Festival Programs 2010-2020 

Festival 2020 - This Festival was cancelled because of COVID-19

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Festival 2018 - Sarnia

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Festival 2017 - Guelph

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Festival 2016 - Woodstock

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Festival 2015 - Owen Sound

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Festival 2014 - Windsor

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Festival 2013 - Guelph

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Festival 2012 - Sarnia

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Festival 2011 - London

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Festival 2010 - Owen Sound

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Festival Programs 2000-2009

Festival 2000 London

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Festival 2001 Owen Sound

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Festival 2002 Sarnia

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Festival 2003 Galt

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Festival 2004 Woodstock

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Festival 2005 London

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Festival 2006 Owen Sound

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Festival 2007 Sarnia

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Festival 2008 Chatham

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Festival 2009 Woodstock

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Festival Programs 1990-1999



Festival Programs 1980-1989

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Festival Programs 1970-1979


Festival Programs 1960-1969


Festival Programs 1950-1959


Festival Programs 1940-1949


Festival Programs 1930-1939 selected years 


Festival Programs 2010-2020


Festival 2020 - This Festival was cancelled because of COVID-19

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Festival 2019 - Guelph

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Festival 2018 - Sarnia

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Festival 2017 - Guelph

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Festival 2016 - Woodstock

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Festival 2015 - Owen Sound

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Festival 2014 - Windsor

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Festival 2013 - Guelph

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Festival 2012 - Sarnia

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Festival 2011 - London

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Festival 2010 - Owen Sound

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