#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench
Society & Culture
Episode #53 - The story of Diane Dupuy and the Famous People Players, a black light theatre company where all the performers are developmentally disabled. The podcast explores the bond between Diane and her mother, Mary Thornton, who lived to the age of 103 in The Village of Humber Heights, and the wisdom and working relationship they shared for 50 years. Have a listen as hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Diane Dupuy to share her Story from the Green Bench.
Diane's mother honed in on what she could do and what she was good at rather than what she struggled with. She excelled in imagination and creativity.
"My mother built me a puppet theatre when I was a little girl. She told me not to be afraid as the puppets will do the talking for me." - Diane Dupuy
She enjoyed performing closely with her friend at local events, Doug Henning, who went on to become a world-renowned magician.
"As long as your imagination makes the world a better place." - Mary Thornton
"Great spirits always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds." -Albert Einstein
In creating the Famous People Players Diane chose the black light technique as no one would see the players, and who they are, so they won't be afraid of them.
"My mother was my partner, my supporter all the way." -Diane Dupuy
Visit famouspeopleplayers.com to see photos, get tickets, and learn more.
Follow on Instagram & Facebook
With the support from Humber Heights resident, Freida Griffiths, educational programs were created as part of the Famous People Players organization.
"There is so much magic in black light, everything floats, everything defies gravity before your eyes. It’s a live cartoon on stage." - Diane Dupuy
Diane & Mary are recipients of the Order of Canada and many awards and recognitions in their 49 years of work.
Diane and Evelyn share the experience of having fighting cancer. Hear the wisdom from both of them as they encourage others to keep moving forward and living life to the fullest.
Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast on any network and share your thoughts on social media using the #ElderWisdom tag to help others find us.
----more----
The Green Bench is a symbol of elder wisdom. Physically or virtually, the bench invites us all to sit alongside a senior, share a conversation, or give and offer advice.
It challenges the stigma seniors face; the ageism still so prevalent in society. It reminds us of the wealth of wisdom our elders offer and in doing so, helps restore them to a place of reverence.
"The greatest untapped resource in Canada, if not the world, is the collective wisdom of our elders." -Ron Schlegel
This podcast is brought to you by Schlegel Villages Retirement & Long-term Care homes in Ontario, Canada.
#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench is produced by Memory Tree Productions
Learn more about our host, Kathy Buckworth, at kathybuckworth.com
Learn more about #ElderWisdom at elderwisdom.ca
Learn more about Schlegel Villages at schlegelvillages.com
David Boehm - A musician living life to its fullest, technology, connections, and dreaming
Lloyd Hetherington - A life in education, in service, and now our podcast co-host
Judy Stefnitz - A chance for a dance, career in nursing, and parenting with challenges
Doug Reed - Life in media and giving back through the Salvation Army
Dee Preikschas - Dancing with Parkinson‘s and the importance of humour in our day
Ron Schlegel - Family business in Senior Living and more, stories from the Olympics and Innovation
Hank Floyd - A life with no regrets, servant leadership and various workplaces
Barry Hickling - Discrimination through ageism, working with the Ontario Association of Residents‘ Councils and hope for the future
Louise Jolliffe - Women in the workplace, loving the work you do, and a variety of hobbies
Doug Gilmour - A story of a successful life amongst tragedies, overcoming adversity with persistence
Sally Carter - A career educating in food service, traveling, family and relationships
Douglas Robinson - Working in the hospitality industry, a brush with royalty, 60 years married, alzheimers and grief
Join Podbean Ads Marketplace and connect with engaged listeners.
Advertise Today
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
The Modern West
Voices of Misery Podcast
House of Whimsical Terror
Just Dumb Enough Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
Timcast IRL