Chetco Pelican Players

04/07/2026

Opening this weekend!! The Chetco Pelican Players are thrilled to present Four Old Broads, a heartwarming and hilarious comedy that will touch your soul and tickle your funny bone! Dive into a story filled with laughter, friendship, and just a dash of mischievousness—more details below.

Written by the fabulous Leslie Kimbell and directed by the talented Teri McGregor, this production promises an unforgettable night of entertainment.

Tickets are just $15 for adults and only $7 for students—an accessible night out full of joy and laughter!

Join us at 1240 Chetco Ave. from April 10th to 26th. Curtain times are Friday and Saturday at 7 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm. Don’t miss our special Gala Champagne Opening on Friday, April 10th—celebrate with us as the curtains rise!

For more information, call us at (541) 469-1857.

This story is a heartfelt adventure featuring Beatrice Shelton, a retired burlesque queen who is longing for a real vacation—something more exciting than her usual trips to Helen, Georgia. A daring Caribbean cruise might be just what she needs, but she must persuade her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to join her rather than pray her away! Meanwhile, Magnolia Place Assisted Living becomes a whirlwind of chaos and comedy—Nurse Pat Jones is stirring up trouble, and residents like Imogene Fletcher, losing her memory, and Maude Jenkins, obsessed with her favorite soap opera and her own funeral plans, are caught in the crossfire. Sam Smith, a retired Elvis impersonator, keeps trying to woo every woman he sees, adding to the chaos.

As laughter erupts, our brave gals must outsmart the conniving Nurse Pat, unravel the mystery of the strange disappearances and mind-altering pills, and figure out what really happened to Doctor Head. Imogene goes undercover, Maude enters the Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Pageant, and chaos turns into comedy as they all fight to crack the case and make it onto that dream cruise!

A huge thank you to our wonderful sponsors—Shore Pines Senior Living, Monarch Gardens Memory Care Community, Azalea Gardens Senior Living, and CTR - Curry Transfer & Recycling —for supporting this vibrant community production.

Come experience the magic, the laughter, and the passion of Four Old Broads. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable journey filled with humor, heart, and a whole lot of sass!

04/04/2026

Come and join us in celebrating and supporting the vibrant local arts scene across Del Norte and Curry Counties on April 18th from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a delicious tapas dinner and exciting silent auction—all for a wonderful cause. Get your tickets now at threepennytheater.com and be a part of something truly special!

04/03/2026

Just a reminder again that auditions are today and tomorrow April 3rd-April 4th at 6:00pm looking forward to seeing you all there!!! :)

I am beyond excited (and honestly so honored) to be directing Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park with the Chetco Pelican Players this season! This show is full of heart, chaos, laughter, and those beautifully messy moments that make us human—and I cannot wait to bring it to life with an incredible cast.

This story follows newlyweds Paul and Corie Bratter as they navigate love, life, and a tiny New York apartment that comes with more surprises than expected… including a quirky neighbor, a well-meaning (and slightly overwhelming) mother, and a dinner party that spirals into absolute comedic perfection. It’s witty, fast-paced, and full of those laugh-out-loud moments that sneak up on you.

🎭 We are looking to cast:
2 Women
4 Men

✨ Auditions:
📅 April 3rd & 4th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Chetco Pelican Playhouse
1240 Chetco Ave., Brookings, OR

✨ Show Dates:
June 12th – 28th

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or someone who’s been waiting for the right moment to step on stage, I would absolutely love to see you at auditions. This is such a fun, character-driven show, and there is so much room to play, explore, and create something truly special together.

Come be part of the magic, the laughter, and maybe a little bit of beautiful chaos 💫

— Loreena Wood, Director

03/24/2026

I am beyond excited (and honestly so honored) to be directing Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park with the Chetco Pelican Players this season! This show is full of heart, chaos, laughter, and those beautifully messy moments that make us human—and I cannot wait to bring it to life with an incredible cast.

This story follows newlyweds Paul and Corie Bratter as they navigate love, life, and a tiny New York apartment that comes with more surprises than expected… including a quirky neighbor, a well-meaning (and slightly overwhelming) mother, and a dinner party that spirals into absolute comedic perfection. It’s witty, fast-paced, and full of those laugh-out-loud moments that sneak up on you.

🎭 We are looking to cast:
2 Women
4 Men

✨ Auditions:
📅 April 3rd & 4th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Chetco Pelican Playhouse
1240 Chetco Ave., Brookings, OR

✨ Show Dates:
June 12th – 28th

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or someone who’s been waiting for the right moment to step on stage, I would absolutely love to see you at auditions. This is such a fun, character-driven show, and there is so much room to play, explore, and create something truly special together.

Come be part of the magic, the laughter, and maybe a little bit of beautiful chaos 💫

— Loreena Wood, Director

03/23/2026

Audition Notice for Neil Simon's Barefoot in the Park 🎭

Directed by Loreena Wood

Synopsis:
Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the word. After a six day honeymoon, they get a surprise visit from Corie's loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic Velasco, where everything that can go wrong does.

Roles:
2 Women
4 Men

Auditioned Dates & Time:
April 3rd & 4th at 6pm

Show Dates:
June 12th - 28th

Location:
The Chetco Pelican Playhouse
1240 Chetco Ave. Brookings OR 97415

03/12/2026

The Chetco Pelican Players present Four Old Broads!
More info below.

Written by Leslie Kimbell
Directed by Teri McGregor

Tickets:
Adults $15
Students $7

Location:
1240 Chetco Ave.

Dates & Times:
Apr. 10th - 26th.
Shows start at 7 pm Friday and Saturday then Sundays at 2pm.
Gala champagne opening Friday, Apr. 10th.

Contact:
(541) 469-1857

Summary:
Retired burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation – and NOT another trip up to Helen, Georgia to see that “precious little German village for the umpteenth time.” A Sassy Seniors Cruise through the Caribbean may be just the ticket if she can just convince her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to stop praying and go with her. Unfortunately, things have not been very pleasant at Magnolia Place Assisted Living since Nurse Pat Jones began working there. The newest resident, Imogene Fletcher, is suddenly losing her memory. Maude Jenkins is obsessed with her favorite soap opera and planning her own funeral. Sam Smith, retired Elvis impersonator, keeps trying to bed every woman in the building. A mystery unfolds with laughter as the gals try to outsmart the evil Nurse Pat Jones and figure out why so many residents have been moved to “the dark side,” what exactly IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? Hilarity ensues as Imogene goes undercover and Maude enters the Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Pageant to throw Pat off their trail. If they can solve the mystery, they may make it to the cruise ship after all.

Thank you to our sponsors,
Shore Pines Senior Living
Monarch Gardens Memory Care Community
Azalea Gardens Senior Living
CTR Curry Transfer and Recycling

02/21/2026

02/20/2026

This weekend is your last change to see In Howard’s Head! Friday and Saturday is at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm

Purchase tickets for “Out of Howard’s Head” at: https://chetcopp.booktix.com
Special thanks to Howard Patterson for the use of his song.

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02/04/2026

Have you made your reservations yet? 🎭

“Out of Howard’s Head”

An evening of one act plays by local playwright, actor and director , Howard Patterson

Howard is an accomplished actor, well known director plus play writer in Southern Oregon and Northern California we claim as “one of our own”.

These three stories have more than captured the imagination of the entire cast who are itching to present this production of the Chetco Pelican Players “Out of Howard’s Head”. The Buzz is out! Don’t miss this show!

Three one act stories. The description and cast are as follows.

First is (Vince & Saul). Gangsters having drinks at a cocktail lounge manage to show a hint of decency, in their own unique way.
Tim Rundel as (Vince, Markus Staudinger as (Saul), Gina Bee as (Trudy) and Lorena Wood as (Tish)

Second is (Flo & Cyn). These women manage to survive day by day on the street while planning a big move.
Denise Bisiaux Lopez as (Flo) and Teri McGregor as (Cyn)

Last is (Cal & Tanqueray) A couple of quirky country and western musicians success story, questioned by a talk show “straight man” host.
Anthony “Tony” Fogleman as (Cal), Christine Castleberry as (Tanqueray) and Tommy Jones as (Thad)

Directed by: Tommy Jones.
Stage Manager: Jenell Bradovich.
Lights and Sound: Israel Bush.

Gala champagne opening Friday, February 6th at 7pm.
The Chetco Playhouse, 1240 Chetco Ave.
Tickets. $15 Adults - $7 Students call 541-469-1857 or chetcopelicanplayers.org (http://chetcopelicanplayers.org/). Adult language

Shows start at 7 pm Friday and Saturday then Sundays at 2pm.
February 6th 7th and 8th,
13th, 14th and 15th
20th, 21st, and 22nd.

01/09/2026

AUDITION NOTICE!
See more info below.

Four Old Broads
Written by Leslie Kimbell
Directed by Teri McGregor

Audition Location:
The Chetco Playhouse
1240 Chetco Ave. Brookings OR 97415

Audition Dates & Time:
January 30th & 31st at 6 pm.

Rehearsal Information:
Starting the week of February 9th, Monday - Thursday at 6 pm

Show Dates & Times:
Apr 10th - 26th
Fridays & Saturdays, 7 pm | Sundays, 2 pm

Summary:
Retired burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation – and NOT another trip up to Helen, Georgia to see that “precious little German village for the umpteenth time.” A Sassy Seniors Cruise through the Caribbean may be just the ticket if she can just convince her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to stop praying and go with her. Unfortunately, things have not been very pleasant at Magnolia Place Assisted Living since Nurse Pat Jones began working there. The newest resident, Imogene Fletcher, is suddenly losing her memory. Maude Jenkins is obsessed with her favorite soap opera and planning her own funeral. Sam Smith, retired Elvis impersonator, keeps trying to bed every woman in the building. A mystery unfolds with laughter as the gals try to outsmart the evil Nurse Pat Jones and figure out why so many residents have been moved to “the dark side,” what exactly IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? Hilarity ensues as Imogene goes undercover and Maude enters the Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Pageant to throw Pat off their trail. If they can solve the mystery, they may make it to the cruise ship after all.

Characters:
BEATRICE SHELTON – A former burlesque star with an attitude – Senior Citizen
EADDY MAE CLAYTON – A former nurse and “religious” lady – Senior Citizen
IMOGENE FLETCHER – The newest resident at Magnolia Place – Senior Citizen
PAT JONES – A rude and pushy nurse – 40s–50s
MAUDE JENKINS – A funeral and soap opera obsessed frump – Senior Citizen
SAM SMITH – Retired Elvis impersonator and Casanova – Senior Citizen
RUBY SUE BENNETT – A quiet, romance novel loving nurse – 30s+

History:
Four Old Broads premiered at the Winder Barrow Community Theatre in Winder, Georgia in March 2017 under the direction of Léland Downs Karas. The first professional production premiered at Centre Stage Greenville in Greenville, South Carolina in September 2017.

Time Period:
1990s

Setting:
Magnolia Place, a Senior Assisted Living Community in Petula, Georgia. Spring 1990s.

For questions, please contact Teri McGregor at (541) 661-2109

FOUR OLD BROADS is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com

12/29/2025

Out of Howard’s Head

An evening of one act plays by Howard Patterson

Howard is an accomplished actor, well known director plus play writer in Southern Oregon and Northern California we claim as “one of our own”.

These three stories have more than captured the imagination of the entire cast who are itching to present this production of the Chetco Pelican Players “Out of Howard’s Head”. The Buzz is out! Don’t miss this show!

Three one act stories. The description and cast are as follows.

First is (Vince & Saul). Gangsters having drinks at a cocktail lounge manage to show a hint of decency, in their own unique way.
Tim Rundel as (Vince, Markus Staudinger as (Saul), Gina Bee as (Trudy) and Lorena Wood as (Tish)

Second is (Flo & Cyn). These women manage to survive day by day on the street while planning a big move.
Denise Bisiaux Lopez as (Flo) and Teri McGregor as (Cyn)

Last is (Cal & Tanqueray) A couple of quirky country and western musicians success story, questioned by a talk show “straight man” host.
Anthony “Tony” Fogleman as (Cal), Christine Castleberry as (Tanqueray) and Tommy Jones as (Thad)

Directed by: Tommy Jones.
Stage Manager: Jenell Bradovich.
Lights and Sound: Israel Bush.

Gala champagne opening Friday, February 6th at 7pm.
The Chetco Playhouse, 1240 Chetco Ave.
Tickets. $15 Adults - $7 Students call 541-469-1857 or chetcopelicanplayers.org (http://chetcopelicanplayers.org/). Adult language

Shows start at 7 pm Friday and Saturday then Sundays at 2pm.
February 6th 7th and 8th,
13th, 14th and 15th
20th, 21st, and 22nd.

12/29/2025

2026 P***Y AWARDS CEREMONY

OUR 37th YEAR!
PLEASE JOIN OUR MC’S
Drew Da’Cunha & Ellen Stadelman
Buffet Dinner - Champagne - Music - Food - Comedy - Skits

OLD HOLLYWOOD THEME!

Dress up! Enjoy a night full of cheer & merriment as we wrap up & relive our 2025 season. We will reveal the new individuals to serve as board members & present our current board members. A teaser for the upcoming 2026 season. Meet the actors, directors, & important faces that are behind the scenes of our organization & productions. As ALWAYS, a huge Thank You to all our supporters, we could not do it without you!
SEE YOU THERE!

The Chetco Pelican Players

DID WE MENTION FOOD?
BUFFET DINNER THANKS TO WONDERFUL VOLUNTEERS!
Our menu includes charcuterie spread meats & cheeses, stuffed mushrooms, green salad, homemade focaccia bread, rolls, vegetarian dish, mac n cheese, roasted chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, beef tips in mushroom gravy, pulled pork, 7th heaven dream bar, brownies, cupcakes, champagne, sparkling apple cider, soda, and water.

DATE: Saturday, January 24th, 2026

TIME: 6pm Appetizers & Dinner, 7 pm Awards, Wrap Up 9:30 pm

LOCATION: 550 Chetco In. Brookings.
CHETCO ACTIVITY CENTER / SENIOR CENTER (Behind Subway)

ADMISSION PRICE:
$15.00 16 yrs & up
$7.00 15 yrs & under
*** Free for those 17 & under who participated in our 2025 Season. ***
(Does not include Presenters)

PLEASE NOTE:
THE CENTER DOES NOT HAVE A WORKING ELEVATOR AT THIS TIME.
HANDICAP PARKING WILL BE IN THE UPPER PARKING LOT.
ALL OTHERS PARK IN THE LOWER PARKING LOT.
WE HAVE 2 WONDERFUL VOLUNTEERS THAT WILL SHUTTLE ANYONE PARKING IN THE LOWER LOT TO THE UPPER LOT ENTRANCE, IF THEY WISH, OR YOU MAY USE THE STAIRS FROM THE LOWER PARKING LOT.