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The move involves reno- vating 4,000 square feet of executive office space in an architecturally award-win- ning building, which was formerly occupied by Peter Benninger Coldwell Banker. "We were 'spaced out' at 56 Regina St," joked Paul Scott, general manager and morning host of FM 98.5. "Although I'll miss the char- acter of the house in uptown Waterloo, I'm delighted with the re-loca- tion which offers us tremen- dous opportunities. includ. ing raising the profile of the station." The community radio station is moving to larger and newer premises July 31 - 375 University Ave. E. will replace the 56 Regina St. N. premises which has been home to FM 98.5 (also known as CKWR) for about 10 years. Onwards and Upwards! -- the spirit of FM 985's fundraising campaign tagline -- has paid off in more ways than one. Frank McAnulty, who portrays Frank, and Dean Hollin as Tony had no trou- ble getting into character for this cross-generational com- edy. "I think, unfortunately, I am too much like Frank," laughs McAnulty, referring to the gruff stationery supply salesman he portrays. "He thinks everything has to be done the hard way. He has to learn how to loosen up." Hollin agrees that there are similarities between their two characters, which cer- tainly heighten both the humour and comedic ten- sion throughout the play. "Tony seems to know what FM’98.5 CKWR moving to Spacious new digs Theo worlds collide as youthful exuberance meets middle-aged stodginess - with hilarious results -- as the characters embark on a war of words that is guaran- teed to leave theatrtgoers in stitches. Part of Weekend Comedy's broad appeal is the interesting dynamic between the two male char- acters. Frank and Tony. Those looking for summer theatre they can relate to need look no further than Weekend Corned), now play- ing at the Drayton Festival Theatre. Weekend Comedy tells the story of a middle- aged couple named Peggy and Frank, who have reached a "comfortable" (read here - uneventful) time in their marriage. Peggy's plan to rekindle the spark in her marriage is foiled when the cottage she rented for a romantic ren- dez-vous is double booked by the young and fast-living Jill andTony. Boys will be boys in Drayton Festival's 'Weekend Comedy' FM 98.5 plays an integral role in the community through its diverse playbill of multicultural. specialty and soft hits programming and information, but is a major landmark in Canada's radio broadcast system as the nation's first communi- ty radio station. Additionally, it will have a corporate meeting/ board room and a programmer's lounge with a child's com- puter play station. "This investment will launch Canada's first com- munity radio station to a new plateau," Scott said. An official ribbon-cut- ting ceremony and public tours of the new space are planned for September 2002. It will house spacious on-air and production studios, complete with on-air con- soles and high-tech equip- ment. As well, there will be a third production studio des- ignated for FM streaming of audio on the Internet in the Both actors agree the play is an interesting commen- tary on the social climate between generations. As an example. Hollin points out his character's "period of adjustment" in his common- law relationship with his girl- friend of three years, Jill. "He's matured a lot through this relationship with Jill," says Hollin. "You are talking about someone. who up to this point, hasn't had to work very hard for what he's got." McAnulty, who started his stage career after a period as a cameraman for Wide World of Sports as well as the Sec- ond City comedy franchise. makes his Drayton Enter- tainment debut in this per- to push? in Frank," he says. Frank McAnulty and Maria Heidler star in Weekend Comedy. Audiences can relate to certain traits in both charac- ters, which translates into enthusiastic responses dur- ing the curtain call following each performance. Weekend Comedy has opened to won- derful reviews from audi, ences and critics alike, with many dates during the pro- duction's five-week run already sold out. Weekend Comedy contin- ues at the Drayton Festival Theatre through July 20. For ticket information. call the box office at 638-5555 or visit www.draytonentertain- mem.com. formance. Hollin returns to the Drayton Festival Theatre after appearing in last sea- son's little Me. Book Some Time With Your Kids This Summer... Every Wednesday in July at 11:00 Special crafts gl activities for kids and their caregivers 428 King Street North, Waterloo 886-4015 Wednesday, July 31 at 11:00 Reptilia Interactive Show Featuring Live Reptiles! Thursday, July 25 at 2:30 Special Storytime with Franklin GREAT MUSIC "no" K. uniniif s P.m. " " ILA. Jive E REMOVAL Q Askabouiour ' 2 FREE F, Laser Treatments! C Inseam also heats: q Underarms l It',.',','.: Up Convenient kh q Chin evening; weekend . Face “'3, . Chin _e':___).s' Back th Chest : ii" EDA. applaud BettmlrsisdsosmsikNe