A sold-out crowd for the Small Halls Festival event in Duntroon launching Dan's new book, True Confessions from the Ninth Concession. The reason for the packed house? His wife Heath served her famous … [Read more...]
True Confessions from the Ninth Concession Ontario Speaking Tour 2017
See Dan's schedule for the True Confessions from the Ninth Concession Ontario Speaking Tour. … [Read more...]
Rod Beattie appointed to Order of Canada
Rod Beattie was appointed Member of the Order of Canada by the Governor General during the sesquicentennial celebrations on July 1, 2017. A veteran of the Stratford Festival, he is best known for his … [Read more...]
Baco Noir opens at Theatre Orangeville
Dan (centre) toasts the opening of his new play Baco Noir with cast members (l-r) Terry Barna, Jay Davis, Perrie Olthuis, Craig Pike and Artistic Director David Nairn. The play runs May 8-24 in … [Read more...]
Dan Needles Joins Order of Canada
Dan was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada on December 27, 2014 by Governor General of Canada David Johnston for "celebrating rural communities as the playwright of the much-loved Wingfield … [Read more...]
