Written by Stuart Ross Directed and musical direction by Sandy Thorburn Choreographed by Ramona Gilmour-Darling Performed by Douglas John Alan (Price), Russell Tyson Clark, Ben Kunder, Sef Wood Originally produced by Thousand Islands Playhouse, Gananoque Victoria Playhouse Petrolia May 18 to June 5, 2010 Reviewed by Mary Alderson Back to Life in Plaid A turquoise […]
Written by Chad Beguelin & Tim Herlihy Music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin Directed & choreographed by Tim French Musical direction by Anthony Bastianon Performed by Matthew Campbell, Erica Peck et al Stage West, Mississauga April 22 to July 4, 2010 Reviewed by Mary Alderson Always a bridesmaid, finally a bride Based
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Written by Chris D’Arienzo Directed by Kristin Hanggi, Associate Director Adam John Hunter, Resident Director David Connolly Choreographed by Kelly Devine Musical supervision by Ethan Popp Performed by Yvan Pedneault, Elicia MacKenzie, David W. Keeley, Aaron Walpole, Cody Scott Lancaster, et al. Mirvish Production Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto May 11, 2010 – January 2, 2011
David Cotton as Troy, Melissa O’Neil as Gabriella Written by David SimpaticoDirected & Choreographed by David Connelly, with Louise Johnson and Luke BrownMusical direction by Peter AylinPerformed by David Cotton, Melissa O’Neil, Lisa Lennox, Chad McNamara, with Thomas Alderson, Mark Harapiak, Cassandra Kranjec, Amelia Sirianni, Stephanie West, Shaun Castor, Liam Flanagan, Alison Jantzie, Tim Porter,
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Danny Williams — the audience favourite in “Legends” Conceived, Written and Directed by Alex MustakasOrchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Robert FosterChoreographed by Gino BertiMusical direction by Mike LernerOriginally produced by Drayton EntertainmentGrand Theatre, LondonApril 20 to May 22, 2010Reviewed by Mary Alderson “Legends” — The Beat Goes On with the Twist and Shout Sequel If
Deedee, Moe, Rooney! If you have had anyone under the age of 6 in your household over the past 5 years then you are likely well aware of The Doodlebops. Favourites of the kiddy crowd, The Doodlebops are blue, pink and orange characters who know how to grab a four-year-old’s attention. But when they’re not
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Two Londoners in Cabaret Best wishes to Londoners Cameron Carver and Emilee Nimetz who are playing the star-crossed lovers Clifford Bradshaw and Sally Bowles in Theatre Sheridan’s production of Cabaret. The third year students at Sheridan College in Oakville are both excellent in their roles, and overall it is a good show. Cameron plays the
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Jade Lester Congratulations to Jade Lester who has recorded her own CD! Jade will be singing in concert this Saturday, April 10 to launch her recording, entitled “Love’s Funny That Way”. The concert is set for 8:00 p.m. at the Kiwanis Theatre in Chatham. Jade’s CD is a compilation of country/pop songs, and contains material
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St. Thomas’ favourite son Aaron Walpole started rehearsals last week for “Rock of Ages”. I had a chance to chat with Aaron about this show, which will begin previews April 20. “There will be mullets and big crimped hair,’ Aaron says with a laugh. It’s a show built around 1980s music. Aaron has the role
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Written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan Music and lyrics by Mel Brooks Directed & Choreographed by Susan Stroman Musical direction by Robert Billig Performed by Roger Bart, Shuler Hensley, Cory English, Brad Oscar, Beth Curry, Joanna Glushak, Anne Horak. North American Tour Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto March 17 to April 18, 2010 Reviewed
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