SHOWS & EVENTS

Misery
Based on the novel by Stephen King

October 23 - 26, 2025
Princess Ave. Playhouse, St. Thomas
Written by William Goldman

A bestselling novelist survives a car crash thanks to his “number one fan,” but her care soon becomes captivity. Trapped in her remote home, he’s coerced into rewriting his book, and he realizes she has no intention of letting him leave...

Genre: Suspense, Psychological Thriller
Run Time: Approx. 2h including intermission

Content Advisory: This production contains coarse language, depictions of firearm use, graphic violence using visual, sound & makeup effects, and atmospheric haze. FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. Recommended age 14+

AUDITIONS

Auditions for our 2025 season have concluded.

Please check here and on theatreinlondon.ca periodically for 2026 audition postings.

Thank you for your support!

SEASON SPONSORS

Grimbrothers Entertainment

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Wortley
Pride

Dapper Cat
Communications

About Odesa Company

Odesa Company is an independent theatre staging and education company based in London, Ontario. We were founded on November 18, 2022 by Adam Smalley, Chris Smalley, and Scott Smalley. Odesa Company is a member of the Western Ontario Drama League (WODL) since 2024.

Our inaugural production was the definitive 1927 adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula", written by Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston. "Dracula" opened at the Palace Theatre to rave reviews on Friday, October 27th, 2023. It won two 2023-24 WODL Awards (best lighting and best visual production) with 9 nominations.

We've also worked with other theatre groups on build services and support, including Musical Theatre Productions (The Drowsy Chaperone, Big Fish), London Community Players (Kinky Boots), and Opera at Western University (ongoing; most recently The Magic Flute). Our Executive Director, Scott Smalley, serves on the Elgin Theatre Guild Board of Directors, and our Production Designer, Chris Smalley, was the lead carpenter for the Port Stanley Festival Theatre's 2025 season.

In our short history, we have gained a strong reputation in the community for the quality of our productions and set builds; our leadership committee is comprised of local theatre artists with a passion to support the growth of great theatre in the community.

MISSION STATEMENT

At Odesa Company, we believe theatre should be daring, collaborative, and deeply human. We create bold, high-quality productions, interactive experiences, and educational initiatives that invite artists and audiences of all ages to engage and imagine.

We support skills development that apply both on stage and in life, and we treat our people with respect, transparency, and care. We foster a culture of integrity and inclusion, grounded in the belief that diversity strengthens both our art and our society.

VISION STATEMENT

Odesa Company exists to make theatre that connects people—through storytelling, meaningful collaboration, and shared creative experiences. We aim to be a place where artists feel valued, audiences feel engaged, and everyone involved walks away inspired to come back and do it again. As we grow, we’re building a creative home where innovation, care, and community shape not just our shows, but the future of how theatre is made.

PRESS COVERAGE

"Sue Harrington and Scott Smalley talk Shakespeare's Oz on 'What's up London'" | Rogers TV (June 2025)

"Wizard of Oz, Shakespeare 'fusion' set for world debut at Grand Theatre" | London Free Press (July 2025)

"The Elephant Man" | Hometown St. Thomas Magazine (October 2024)

"Cast of Dracula gives blood ahead of production at Palace Theatre" | CBC News (October 14, 2023)

SOCIAL MEDIA REACTIONS

THE ELEPHANT MAN (2024)

Deborah Kelliher
St Thomas Proud, Theatre! Wonderful production, with a fabulously, talented cast!
October 13, 2024, 8:08 (Facebook)

Don Millar
I saw this show tonight, and it was brilliant! Bring at least one Kleenex. You’re going to need it! It is well worth the trip to St. Thomas to see it.
October 11, 2024, 00:25 (Facebook)

Kim BraineOtt
Excellent performance this afternoon. So moving and riveting! Don’t be surprised if you have tears in your eyes at some points, because the subject matter is so emotional. The actors are so professional and so amazing! This is a show not to be missed.
October 6, 2024, 23:20 (Facebook)

Marian Redinger
I just saw this play. The directors are phenomenal. The play is very powerful. The actor that played “The Elephant Man” was superb. His expressions with the words was brilliant. He captured the body movements of the Elephant Man [...] It is a must see!
October 6, 2024, 20:50 (Facebook)

STAGEQUEST: BEYOND THE VEIL (2024)

Jason Bilow
Go see this! Great actors, hilarious story with just the right amount of feels! I cannot wait to see another story.
July 14, 2024, 10:56 (Facebook)

Jessica Smith
Coming back for round 2 tomorrow night! Such an amazing show!
July 12, 2024, 12:17 (Facebook)

James Patterson
So fun! Very entertaining and very well received! Such a strong ensemble. Congratulations! Looking forward to future installments.
July 5, 2024, 11:46 (Facebook)

DRACULA (2023)

Cindy Cardy
Fantastic job! Loved every minute! Great set, costumes, makeup, acting, such an entertaining evening!
October 29, 2023, 00:33 (Facebook)

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