TNT brings laughter to 'Storm Warning' play

Norm Foster's drama features strong performances despite some predictable plot elements.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Trumbull New Theatre's production of Norm Foster's 'Storm Warning' features strong performances from actors Molly Cravalho and Brett Bunker, who bring humor and heart to the mostly serious two-character play set in the Canadian wilderness. While the plot may be predictable at times, the actors' chemistry and the effective use of lighting and sound design make for an entertaining show.

Why it matters

The production highlights TNT's ability to take on more dramatic material while still delivering an engaging theatrical experience for audiences. It also showcases the talents of the local cast and crew in bringing a Canadian playwright's work to life on the Ohio stage.

The details

In 'Storm Warning,' World War II veteran Jack Forrester serves as caretaker of two remote cabins in the Canadian wilderness. His solitude is disrupted by the arrival of Emma Currie, a foul-mouthed, pill-popping big band arranger seeking a quiet place to work. Despite their differences, both characters are dealing with personal demons. While playwright Norm Foster is known more for his comedic work, the production features surprising moments of humor that balance the more serious plot elements.

  • The play opened on Friday, March 7, 2026.
  • Performances will continue through March 22, 2026.

The players

Molly Cravalho

An actress who portrays the brash and funny character of Emma Currie, a big band arranger seeking solitude in the Canadian wilderness.

Brett Bunker

An actor who plays the role of Jack Forrester, a World War II veteran serving as caretaker of the remote cabins where the play is set.

Jessie Bryner

The first-time director of the Trumbull New Theatre production.

Norm Foster

The Canadian playwright known for his comedic work, who wrote the more dramatic 'Storm Warning.'

Flynn Bunker

The sound designer for the production, who is the son of actor Brett Bunker.

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What they’re saying

“Norm Foster's 'Storm Warning' opened Friday at TNT, and the script is more dramatic than other scripts written by the Canadian playwright that have been staged locally in the past decade.”

— Andy Gray, Reporter (tribtoday.com)

“Despite the serious plot elements, what stands out about TNT's staging is how actors Molly Cravalho and Brett Bunker play the lighter moments.”

— Andy Gray, Reporter (tribtoday.com)

“Foster, who has been called Canada's Neil Simon, is better at comedy than drama. It's not hard to see most of the plot twists in 'Storm Warning' coming well in advance, and that seems to be more of a problem with the writing than the staging by first-time director Jessie Bryner.”

— Andy Gray, Reporter (tribtoday.com)

What’s next

The production of 'Storm Warning' at Trumbull New Theatre will continue with performances on Friday, March 14, Saturday, March 15, and Sunday, March 16, 2026.

The takeaway

Trumbull New Theatre's production of 'Storm Warning' showcases the versatility of the local cast and crew, who are able to bring humor and heart to a more dramatic work by Canadian playwright Norm Foster. While the plot may be predictable at times, the strong performances and effective technical elements make for an entertaining theatrical experience.