Matt Murray started writing plays and musicals after a 20-year career as a musical-theatre performer – and he’s never looked back. His new comedy,  Chronicles of Sarnia, opened this summer at the Blyth Festival. 

Matt and host Joanne Wallace discuss the craft of writing comedy for the stage and the role the audience plays in that process. Matt also shares what inspired him to write The Chronicles of Sarnia, a story set in his home town, and how supporters of a small theatre festival in Blyth, Ontario help artists create new works that continue to define Canada.

The Blyth Festivalis 2.5 hours west of Toronto
1.800.862.5284 | info@blythfestival.com

Critics and audiences love this show!

"...home truths along with abundant belly laughs" - Ontario Stage

Special thanks to production co-sponsors David and Jennifer Palmer, New Play Development sponsor Bruce Power, and all Members of the Blyth Festival!

Credits: Research/writing/host: Joanne Wallace | Sound production/editing: Jim Park | Incidental music: Doug Peterman, Sean Purdy | Theme © Kevin MacLeod Achaidh Cheide, licensed under CC BY 3.0