A singularly sensational end to 2023 and looking ahead to 2024!

Looking back on our season so far, we want to extend a huge congratulations to both of our fall productions. A Chorus Line dazzled audiences at the Meadowvale Theatre and truly was one singular sensation! Our Christmas Cheer Choir brought joy to so many throughout the holiday season, ensuring everyone had a holly-jolly Christmas. Congratulations to both incredible casts!

Our Christmas Cheer Choir!

The cast of A Chorus Line!

Coming up next is our much anticipated Spring concert: "From Page to Stage" - highlighting Musicals inspired by Literature. See below for all audition and show information and come on out and sing with us!

Music Director: Erica Astles

Assistant Music Director: Joey Gargaro

Producers: Christine McMahon and Rita Ferguson

Accompanist: Robin Dalgleish

Venue: Eden United Church – 3051 Battleford Road. May 24th 7.30 and 25th 2pm.

Rehearsal Venue: Christ First (1700 Mazo Crescent)

Rehearsal details: 16 rehearsals on Monday and Wednesday evenings (7:30 to 10:30) from April 3 to May 22 + Saturday, May 11 with band, soloists by appointment on Saturday April 13th and April 20th.

Join Clarkson as we explore the wonderful music inspired by literature. You may have the opportunity to sing selections from such works as:

Fiddler on the Roof, Les Mis, Matilda, Phantom of the Opera, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked, Mary Poppins, South Pacific, Carrie, Secret Garden, Anne of Green Gables, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Ragtime, Lord of the Rings, Mrs. Doubtfire, Big Fish, Hunchback of Notre Dame, A Little Princess, Cats and Hamilton.

How to get involved:

• Current members of CMT may hold their spot in the cast without the need to audition. To declare your intention to join the Chorus, please email christinemcm@gmail.com by  March 18th.

• Those new to CMT or who wish to be considered for a featured role will audition on Feb.17 by appointment from 10 am to 4 p.m. Please email ritaferguson20@gmail.com to book an audition.

  Prepare a song fitting the theme of the show, provide double sided music in a binder for the accompanist.

We can’t wait to explore the world of Charles Dickens, Tolkien, Victor Hugo and more.

Looking for ways to support CMT and keep our incredible casts on stage? We are looking for volunteers to help out at the Rama Gaming House. You'd be helping players keep hydrated with coffee! If you're interested, please consider volunteering your time, as these sessions truly do help the group! Contact Susan Wray at  susan2good@gmail.com for information.

Our friends in the Encore Series have been rehearsing the days away, preparing some amazing shows for you! We wish the cast of all the upcoming shows the very best and can't wait to see all the talented, new and familiar faces on stage! Get your tickets today for Mamma Mia, Rocky Horror and Into the Woods!

Thank you again to everyone for all the amazing achievements thus far and here is to a wonderful 2024, with "From Page to Stage" and our fall production "Something Rotten"!

Sincerely,

The Clarkson Music Theatre Board