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St. Jacobs Country Playhouse

Liars at a Funeral

A Family Farce

June 25 to July 12, 2025

Written by Sophia Fabiilli

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.

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Show Calendar

Legend:

  • Discount Day
  • Opening
  • Student Show (Not Sold Online)
  • Post-show Question & Answer
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Reviews

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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.
David Kay, Barrie

Meet The Artists

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.
 A scene from Liars at a Funeral features two performers standing in front of a painted funeral home sign that reads “Grace Funeral Home.” One holds a black umbrella and smiles brightly, dressed in a long trench coat with a patterned tie and carrying a canvas tote. The other, in a dark coat and slacks, holds a plaid umbrella and looks upward with a curious expression. A large blue arrow-shaped sign marked “PARKING” sits to the right. The backdrop evokes a cloudy sky and rolling hills, with warm lighting suggesting an overcast or rainy day.
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.
 A scene from Liars at a Funeral shows two performers embracing in front of a painted sign that reads “Grace Funeral Home.” The figure on the left wears a dark overcoat and holds a closed umbrella, their expression somber as they lean into the taller figure on the right, who is dressed in a light trench coat and carries a tote bag. A large blue arrow-shaped “PARKING” sign points to the right, and the warm lighting highlights the emotional weight of the moment against a backdrop of rolling hills and cloudy skies.
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.
 A scene from Liars at a Funeral shows four performers in a lavishly decorated funeral parlour with salmon-pink walls, warm wall sconces, and a white casket trimmed in red fabric. Two large bins of artificial flowers sit at the performers’ feet. One performer in a black dress gestures while speaking to a man in a trench coat and another dressed in black. A fourth performer, in a navy pantsuit, watches the exchange near a staircase. A portrait of the deceased is displayed prominently between the wall sconces, adding to the comedic tension of the moment.
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 captures five performers in a vividly pink funeral parlour set. At centre stage, two characters greet each other warmly—one holds multiple tote bags while the other, dressed in animal print and heels, carries a paper bag and stands beside matching zebra-print luggage. A third performer, in a black dress, reacts with surprise, while a fourth stands silently near a white podium. A framed portrait of the deceased and bins of artificial flowers near the casket add to the chaotic, comedic atmosphere.
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.
 Fuad Ahmed, Alison Beckwith , 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, 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.
 A scene from Liars at a Funeral shows three performers in a confrontation at the front of a funeral parlour. One character in a dark suit holds the hand of a visibly pregnant character in a cream dress and red glasses, who clutches her belly while looking toward an older character in a floral blouse and green pants. White folding chairs are scattered across the red floor, and a white casket with red skirting sits beneath a portrait of the deceased. The pink walls and warm lighting create a contrast between the solemn setting and the heightened tension of the moment.

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