Lightning Strikes Twice! / Drayton Entertainment

Lightning Strikes Twice!

May 1, 2025

Colin Grunchy (left) is pictured holding a large presentation cheque for $3,585 alongside Drayton Entertainment Artistic Director David Connolly (right). The cheque, dated June 10, 2025, celebrates Colin as the winner of the Ultimate 50/50 draw. The

Artistic Director David Connolly presents a cheque for $3,585 to Colin Gruchy at the Hamilton Family Theatre.

On May 1st, Colin Gruchy received some astounding news from Artistic Director, David Connolly. He had won the online 50/50 April Jackpot – a total of $3,585!

In an incredible twist of fate, Colin was previously crowned Drayton Entertainment’s 50/50 jackpot winner in May 2023, taking home nearly $7,000. Now, more than two years later, lightning has struck twice – Colin has won again!

David was thrilled to present the $3,585 cheque to Colin at the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge. While at the theatre, Colin shared that he plans to put his winnings toward his future travel adventures.

Another big congratulations for Colin Gruchy of Toronto! And a big thank you to everyone who participated in the April 50/50 draw. The draw for the Grand Prize winner took place at 12:00 p.m. EST on May 1, 2025.

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In the News

Tracie Settler (left) stands outside the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge holding a large presentation cheque for $5,655 alongside Drayton Entertainment Artistic Director David Connolly (right). The cheque, dated June 3, 2025, recognizes Tracie as t<

June 2, 2025

May Showers Bring Cash Flowers!

Congratulations to our May 50/50 Winner Tracie Steffler who will be taking home a total of $5,655!

Two smiling individuals stand outside the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, holding a large cheque made out to Tammy Barrett for $3,755.00 from Drayton Entertainment's 50/50 draw, dated April 4, 2025. The cheque is signed by David Connolly, Artistic Dire<

April 4, 2025

The Best Kind of April Fools' Surprise!

Congratulations to our March 50/50 Winner Tammy Barrett who will be taking home a total of $3,755!

Three people pose outdoors in front of a building, holding an oversized check. The check, made out to Kirk Wallis, is for $5,175.00 from the

March 12, 2025

Jackpot Winner Strikes Gold!

Congratulations to our February 50/50 Winner Kirk Wallis who will be taking home a total of $5,175!

Steven Karcher Presents Cheque to January 50/50 Winner Marshall Tonner<

February 18, 2025

Winter Blues? Not for This Jackpot Winner!

Congratulations to our January 50/50 Winner Marshall Tonner who will be taking home a total of $6,190!

David Connolly Presents Cheque to December 50/50 Winner Debbie Collins<

January 16, 2025

A Grand 2024 Finale

Congratulations to our December 50/50 Winner Debbie Collins who will be taking home a total of $14,925!

January 6, 2025

Hildebrand Schoolhouse Theatre Raffle Winners

Congratulations to our Raffle Winners!

Neil Aitchison Presents Cheque to November 50/50 Winner Merv Redman<

December 9, 2024

A Little Holiday Magic!

Congratulations to our November 50/50 Winner Merv Redman who will be taking home a total of $9,295!

Artistic Director Alex Mustakas Presents Cheque to October 50/50 Winner Dennis Breen<

November 13, 2024

Every Ticket Makes a Difference!

Congratulations to our October 50/50 Winner!

On November 2, long-time Drayton Entertainment supporter Dennis Breen was thrilled to receive the exciting news from Artistic Director, Alex Mustakas, that he had won the online 50/50 Jackpot – a total of $6,110.

November 11, 2024

Drayton Entertainment Announces Artistic Leadership Shift

Transition to Support Theatre’s Multi-Year Succession Plan

Alex Mustakas, founding Artistic Director & CEO of Drayton Entertainment, as supported by the award-winning charitable arts organization’s volunteer Board of Directors, has announced a leadership transition as part of the theatre’s multi-year succession plan.