Program - The Play called "Vimy" by Vern Thiessen Nov 2 to 19 2011 at the Firehall Arts Centre directed by Donna Spencer. Museum Staff Provided Technical Assistance. Vern Thiessen is one of Canada's most produced playwrights. He has written for stage, radio and television. His stage plays have been seen across Canada, the US and Europe, including Shakespeare's Will, Apple, Einstein's Gift, Blowfish, The Resurrection Of John Frum and Vimy. Thiessen is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award for Outstanding New Play and the Governor General's Literary Award, Canada's highest honour for playwriting.