A new Canadian comedy that turns grief into a hilarious journey of unexpected revelations and side-splitting confessions, Liars at a Funeral is a raucous farce bursting with eccentric characters, witty banter, hidden identities, and irreverent humour that will make you laugh at life, death, and family.
When an estranged family gathers to mourn the passing of their matriarch, the funeral erupts into more of a dysfunctional reunion than any of them could predict. Secrets unravel, long-buried truths emerge, a family curse keeps siblings apart, and—surprise!—it turns out grandma has exaggerated her demise in a last-ditch attempt to get the whole wild and woolly clan together under the same roof.
Can this eccentric clan of liars navigate the rocky road to reconciliation? Or will the next 24 hours be the final nail in this dysfunctional family’s coffin? Find out in this uproarious romp that pokes fun at the absurdities of family dynamics and the desperate lengths we go to for love and connection.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Running Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission.
Liars at a Funeral was truly one of the best and funniest plays we have seen. If you can get tickets I highly recommend it, you wont be disappointed. The cast was excellent and this venue has a lot of parking with great restaurants near by.
Lynn S, Kitchener
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the performance. The actors performed an amazing job in their dal roles as two different characters. The script provided many belly laughs and the staging was excellent. Well done.
Jan Alexandra Smith and Mark Crawford in Liars at a Funeral , Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by Dennis Garnhum; Set Design by Scott Penner; Costume Design by Alex Amini; Lighting Design by Christian Horoszczak; Sound Design by Donovan Seidle; Stage Manager Sam Hale; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Bundy; Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
Jan Alexandra Smith and Mark Crawford in Liars at a Funeral , Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by Dennis Garnhum; Set Design by Scott Penner; Costume Design by Alex Amini; Lighting Design by Christian Horoszczak; Sound Design by Donovan Seidle; Stage Manager Sam Hale; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Bundy; Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
Jan Alexandra Smith, Mark Crawford, Alison Beckwith, and Fuad Ahmed in Liars at a Funeral , Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by Dennis Garnhum; Set Design by Scott Penner; Costume Design by Alex Amini; Lighting Design by Christian Horoszczak; Sound Design by Donovan Seidle; Stage Manager Sam Hale; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Bundy; Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
Mark Crawford, Jan Alexandra Smith , and Alison Beckwith in Liars at a Funeral , Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by Dennis Garnhum; Set Design by Scott Penner; Costume Design by Alex Amini; Lighting Design by Christian Horoszczak; Sound Design by Donovan Seidle; Stage Manager Sam Hale; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Bundy; Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
A scene from Liars at a Funeral features four performers in a bright pink funeral parlour. One character stands beside a framed sketch of the deceased, clipboard in hand, while another clutches a stack of books and reacts animatedly. At the white casket, one performer leans casually on the lid with an elbow propped, while another rests against it with a skeptical expression. The vibrant set includes wall sconces, floral wallpaper, and a sign reading “Crying Room / Dove Sanctuary Chapel” in the background, enhancing the comedic tension of the moment.
Jan Alexandra Smith, Alison Beckwith, and Mary Pitt in Liars at a Funeral , Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by Dennis Garnhum; Set Design by Scott Penner; Costume Design by Alex Amini; Lighting Design by Christian Horoszczak; Sound Design by Donovan Seidle; Stage Manager Sam Hale; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Bundy; Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
Drayton Entertainment's Artistic Director Alex Mustakas today announced the 2025 Season for the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse.
“We’re excited to be offering a wide variety of shows for theatregoers at every stage of life,” says Alex Mustakas, Artistic Director of Drayton Entertainment. “From side-splitting comedies, to the beloved annual panto, there really is something for the whole family.”