‘Steel Magnolias’ flowers in Hillsboro

Bag & Baggage Productions brings Robert Harling’s classic comedy to the newly remodeled Venetian Theatre in downtown Hillsboro

The Forest Grove News-Times, Sep 10, 2008, Updated Oct 30, 2009

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“It is such a stroke of luck that we had two such talented actors, both originally from the South, with real Southern accents, audition for this show,” Palmer said. “They bring such a wealth of experience and knowledge about Southern culture and have helped us all understand how Southern women interact and talk to each other.”

“When we are in rehearsals together, it feels like we are just all sitting around a beauty salon having a chat,” Chapin said. “It is so natural and connected, and a lot of that has to do with having two real Southern belles in the room with us.”

Janet Noble, an actor based in Denver, Colo., traveled to Hillsboro specifically to audition for “Steel Magnolias.” She said, “I had heard of Bag&Baggage from friends of mine in Portland and there was such a buzz about the new theater and the new company I just rolled the dice and came out here to see what might happen. I am delighted to be in the first show in the new space.”

Noble, who has extensive experience working in Denver and New York, plays the role of Truvy’s new assistant, Annelle.

Fayra Teeters, a Portland-based actor and the artistic director of the outdoor Moliere Company Masque Alfresco in Beaverton, plays Clairee. Christine Shields, a successful voice-over artist based in Beaverton, plays Ouiser.

“It is a remarkable cast of actors,” said Palmer. “They are actually kind of frightening. As the only man in the entire production, it is amazing how quickly all of these women have grown close. I’ve never seen a more supportive, more connected group of actors.

“The show is going to be amazing, and really very surprising for audiences.”

Tickets are $50 for the opening night gala, $22 for general admission and $18 for students and seniors for all other shows. Performances take place Wednesday through Saturday. Sept. 10-27 at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees on Sept. 14, 21 and 28 at 2 p.m.

For more information on dates and times of performances, visit www.bagnbaggage.org. To purchase tickets, visit The Venetian Theatre website at www.venetiantheatre.com.

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