STONEWELL FARM
Stonewell Farm is a humble, narrow, acre and a bit of land, with old flowering trees and neighbouring sheep surrounding the strip. The namesake of this heaven that we steward, came about when we discovered a beautiful old Stone Well, who is cradled by the roots of an Elder Maple Tree and fortified by stones. The farm sits on the unceded territory of the Hulcaminum and Sench’then speaking peoples of the Coast Salish Nation.
Stonewell Farm is home to Grace and the Bees, and to Tim and Sadie and Lady Bear. And to Newman our sheep, and Emerald, Onyx, and Ruby our Nigerian Dwarf goat family. And to Fools for Love.
It invited us to live here! This is where my ashes will be laid, right in the Wishing Well.
We have spent the last 12 years wishing with this Well and listening to this fertile land and its fertile dreams.
Dreams that have been miraculously made manifest.
Dreams of a pollinator sanctuary, home to the humble honeybee – for they are at the very heart of this dreaming.
Dreams of gatherings to celebrate our Earth and our human hearts.
Dreams of a Temple of Grace where a soul can come to rest and receive.
And Dreams of a stone stage to host our Love of Fools and all things Theatrical.
We have gratefully listened and enacted. Fully imbibing the Nectar of Grace that flows here. Making sweet honey with our lives here on Stonewell Farm.
This Garden of Eden has been lovingly cultivated from our dreams to welcome you and your Flowering Heart.
We can't wait to meet you!
FOOLS FOR LOVE
We met in the theatre. That is where we fell in love. Like Fools we were. Well, let’s be honest - still are and always will be. You gotta love a Fool. We want to make you laugh and cry and everything in between. We want you to arrive here knowing that your heart is going to fill up to the brim with love and joy. That you will go home, reminded of the amazing importance of theatre, and spoken word and music and comedy and of the Fool, The Sacred Fool, first and last on the scene in this crazy play called Life.
We are a family-run theatre and production company located on beautiful Salt Spring Island in British Columbia! And as a couple, we couldn’t be more thrilled to be shepherding this little theatre/production company on this magical farm.
We have a beautiful outdoor stone stage, where large performances and big bands play! It is connected by a winding path to our Temple of Grace (a Mongolian yurt) – where ceremonies, spoken word evenings, theatrical productions, and intimate concerts take place.
We are especially thrilled to showcase our signature, interactive, immersive, and magical play about Honeybees: Quest for the Queen and Quest for the Queen Returns!
And most recently at our Sacred Well - Weddings. Thank you Ben and Meghan for deciding to get married here. We love you so much! Please contact Grace if getting married at Stonewell Farm has tickled your Flowering Hearts!
Grace Jordan is most known around the islands for her beloved performance in the one-woman show, Shirley Valentine. She has had extensive training in clowning and considers herself a Sacred Fool. She is the creator of Quest for the Queen, and plays all the other characters in the play.
Tim Kempe is an engineer by day, and by night, a most notable Fool! He last took Salt Spring audiences by storm with his endearing portrayal of Sir Robin, the Not So Brave, in Exit Stage Lefts’ production of Spamalot. Tim plays the character of Flo, one of the three lost honeybees in our family production of Quest for the Queen.
Stonewell Farm is proud to present: Grace Jordan is Shirley Valentine - 20th Anniversary - August Long Weekend - Thursday August 1 - Monday August 5, 2024. These performances will be Jordan's final five shows as this iconic character.
Over the 20 years that Grace and her family have played and toured this incredible one-woman show, they have raised over $20, 000 for organizations in need. This year is no different. Jordan will be donating %25 of the proceeds from both ticket and food sales towards IWAV - Islanders Working Against Violence.
This is a summer event you just won't want to miss. Whether you have seen her before and need to see her one last time or it is your first time with Jordan as Ms. Valentine, we are sure it will be a night for you to remember! Some have described Grace's performance as the best thing they have seen on Salt Spring Island - now how is that for praise...?
Doors open at 5:30pm as we will be serving home-made Greek Tapas before the show, which starts at 7:30pm. Wine bar and other assorted alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments available. Bring your own festival seating, cushions, blankets, but we will also have comfortable bench seating for those who want it.
Theatre under the Stars located on beautiful Salt Spring Island - you will feel the magic!
We look forward to Hosting you.
AN INVITATON FOR YOU
JOIN US THIS SUMMER
Stonewell Farm is proud to present: Grace Jordan is Shirley Valentine - 20th Anniversary - August Long Weekend - Thursday August 1 - Monday August 5, 2024.
Here are this summer’s dates for 2024:
1 show a day August 1st-5th 2024.
Days: Thursday to Monday
Time: 5:30PM-10:00PM
Dates: August 1st-5th, 2024
Doors open at 5:30pm. Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grace-jordan-is-shirley-valentine-20th-anniversary-tickets-932897961917?aff=oddtdtcreator
Parking and Show Entrance - 1860 Fulford-Ganges Rd. Salt Spring Island, BC
Facebook Event Page: Grace Jordan is Shirley Valentine
Shirley Valentine, Willy Russell’s 1987 classic one-woman show about a Liverpudlian housewife who finds the courage to follow her heart.
What others are saying.
Shirley V
“Absolutely brilliant! This lady is truly a great one woman show, hands down! Major Applause! We couldn't have enjoyed this show or experience more!” - Deb Schenk
“Yea! Shirley is alive and well, and I can’t wait to see her again. Thanks Grace Jordan for another opportunity to share your magic!” - Amarah Gabriel
Quest for the Queen
“Attended “Quest for the Queen” last summer and will definitely be returning to Saltspring Island to see the performance this summer. Comical, captivating, educational entertainment for the entire family. “Queen Bee” Grace Jordan is a Canadian treasure. Grace and her talented supporting cast create a delight not to be missed. Wear your florals and join in the fun!” - Arlene Ewert
“Delightful theatre in a delightful setting and yes, we do find the Queen in a cozy hive. She is Beeutyfull.” - Myna Lee Johnstone
“A wonderful experience for children of all ages! Interactive learning and fun in a beautiful setting. Tim and Grace are enchanting.” - Meghan Asher
“I LOVE this play! You two, you ARE THE CUTEST and the SMARTEST! (and did I say the cutest?) I think that the bees and the rest of humanity, the environment and pretty much everyone and thing else will now be ok. (at least for one more day.)” - Sue Newman
