December 2024 Newsletter

Congratulations ‘Something Rotten’

A huge congratulations to the cast and crew of ‘Something Rotten’, which closed to cheers of acclaim, sold out crowds, and well deserved standing ovations. The only rotten thing about it, is that it’s over! In true ‘It’s a Musical’ fashion, the cast reunited for an encore, to share memories and music at their cast party. We thank the crew and all volunteers (builders, painters, sewers, fundraisers, marketers, proppers) for their generous support of the cast. Further updates to come, following an equally incredible adjudication for the ActCo awards; so stay tuned!

Theatre Rocks!

Sharing our congratulations, is the recent production of Etobicoke’s ‘School of Rock’. The cast rocked it! Wishing the rest of the Encore season an incredible run. Get your tickets now to support your fellow thespians, and share the joy with family and friends with the 3 show special! www.encoretix.ca

Joy to the Community

Tis the season to celebrate our wonderful Christmas Cheer Choir. Congrats Seona Sydor, Ruth McDonald and Catherine Ambrose on a classic, comforting and wonderful program. Eighteen voices performed seven amazing shows in senior centres around the community. It’s the most wonderful time of year to see these talented singers bringing joy to all they meet. Congrats on a great run!

Spring Concert - ‘True Tales’

Missing your favourite cast mate? Dying to sing your favourite songs in glorious SATB? Well, we’ve got the opportunity for you! Our upcoming concert -‘True Tales’ features musicals based on real life stories.

• Music Director: Erica Astles

• Rehearsal Accompanist: Robin Dalgleish / performance with a four part band

• Performance at: Eden United Church, May 2 at 7:30 pm and May 3 at 2 p.m.

• Rehearsal venue: Christ First, 1700 Mazo Crescent Mondays and Wednesdays starting March 3,5,10 (breaking March 12 and 17) continuing rehearsals March 19 onward till performance, with one Saturday rehearsal with the band April 26.

• Music lineup includes: real life based musicals such as ‘Evita’, ‘Titanic’, ‘Come From Away’…

• If you wish to be considered for a featured role, auditions will be held on January 11 - by appointment - 10 am to 2 p.m. Book your audition with ritaferguson20@gmail.com.

• Members in good standing are guaranteed a part in the concert upon confirming their intention to participate. To do so, please rsvp to christinemcm@gmail.com

Fall Production 2025 - 'Anastasia'

It’s time to launch our 80th season with the fabulous production of ‘Anastasia’. We are now accepting applications for Director, Choreographer and Musical Director. Interviews will be held on January 25 at Christ First, by appointment. For more details on how to apply, please see our website or facebook or instagram accounts. Applications (including relevant information indicated in the posting) should be submitted now to christinemcm@gmail.com.

80 Years Young!

Clarkson is turning 80! We look great for our age! Please join us next year as we celebrate 80 incredible years of bringing theatre to the community. You are so instrumental in that journey and we want to ring in our big year with our big family! Stay tuned for more details and we can’t wait to share this special anniversary with you!

Broadway is Calling!

Did you know that Broadway World has an annual awards ceremony, which celebrates both professional and non-professional theatre? Well guess what!? Clarkson’s 2023 fall production of ‘A Chorus Line’ has been nominated in 8 categories!

• Best Choreography (Non-professional)

• Best Costume Design of a Musical (Non-professional)

• Best Ensemble (Non-professional)

• Best Music Direction & Orchestra Performance (Non-professional)

• Best Musical (Non-professional)

• Best Performer in a Musical (Non-professional)

• Best Supporting Performer in a Musical (Non-professional)

• Favourite Local Theatre (Non-professional)

Head over to Broadway World Toronto to vote for Clarkson Music Theatre and all your amazing colleagues who have been nominated! Voting closes December 31st and awards will be announced in January 2025. Show some Clarkson/Theatre love and vote, vote, vote! Congrats to all the nominees!

Finally, we wish each and every one of you a happy, healthy holiday season. Make merry! Make Music. Make Memories.