Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Some of my fondest memories come from productions directed by PK when I was in high school. He was tough, but he drove us to succeed. His passion for the arts was evident, and he always pushed us to do more. Those dreaded calls to the front of the stage! I am so amazed with how much he gave to his students and to the community, and I hope that his family can take comfort in knowing how well loved and appreciated he was. It’s almost 40 years since my graduation now and I can definitely say that Mr. Kershaw played a big role in making me who I am today. I was so thrilled to have an opportunity to see Mr. Kershaw in the early 2000s. On the spur of the moment, I decided to go to a production there while on a visit to the Kootenays, and while driving by the Key City Theatre, saw Mr. Kershaw. I stopped and reconnected with him, and he was so proud to give me a tour of the facility. It was a special moment, and one I will always treasure. You will be missed. Thank you for all you have done.
