WALLACE — The Sixth Street Melodrama and Theater is chugging right along during its 40th season of performing for the Silver Valley.

On the heels of its successful July show, “Into the Storybook,” the theater tapped the archives for a show that means just as much now as it did when it was originally written.

"Perils on the Georgie Oaks, or, Every Dog Has Its Day" opened earlier this week. It was originally written by Pat Grounds, who was instrumental in the founding of the Sixth Street Theater and Melodrama.

The show runs through Aug. 27, with shows Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

This time around, Norma Douglas will be at the directorial helm of "Georgie Oaks."

“They (Pat and Sherrill Grounds) worked to get our building and they founded Sixth Street theater,” Douglas said. “We hope that our performance will honor them, and we applaud them for giving us the opportunity that we have to perform.”

Douglas is a veteran of Sixth Street, has acted in, written and directed several shows during her 31 years with the troupe. She has also served on the theater board and as the theater board director.

The show follows a young woman who is about to lose her beloved Lake Coeur d’Alene steamship, the Georgie Oaks, to a dastardly villain. Thankfully, a hero and his lights-half-on sidekick hatch a plan to save the day.

The comedy of the play centers around the idea that neither side realizes they’re playing the other, with one side being much better at it while hijinks ensue.

Douglas is bringing Grounds’ show to life with a relatively green cast, including several newcomers.

Jessica Gaither is the heroine and her chemistry with Alex Allred, who portrays the villain, makes for one of the most entertaining duos in recent memory.

The show also features Jeremy Creed, Scott Gaither, Stacey Gaither and Douglas, herself, in multiple roles. Yes, if you weren’t sure, all three Gaithers are related.

Accompanying on piano is Carl Rowe, who has quickly made a name for himself as both an actor and musician for the Sixth Street.

“We’re celebrating 40 years because we have really great sponsors here who support us," Douglas said. "Businesses like Silver Valley Labs, bankcda, Dave Smith Motors, Jim’s Towing and groups like the Morebeck Foundation — we really appreciate the support you have given us.”

Tickets: www.sixthstreetmelodrama.com.