London playwright-actor to open Blyth Festival outdoor season with The Downs A London actor and playwright’s hit show will be the first of Blyth Festival’s new season. Author of the article: Joe Belanger Publishing date: Jun 28, 2021 • 20 hours ago • 3 minute read • Londoner Sheryl Scott will perform her play The Downs at the opening of Blyth Festival's 2021 season that will be held outdoors starting in August. (Derek Ruttan/The London Free Press) Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content A London actor and playwright’s hit show will be the first of Blyth Festival’s new season.