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Echolocation is a road trip musical in the dark. A teenage love story without a map. Echolocation is a musical performed in pitch blackness.Ethan and Sadie are best friends, but they have little else in common. He's serious, she's goofy. He works after-school jobs, she has a rooftop hot tub. He's sighted, and she's completely blind. One thing they share is that they're totally sick of life in safe, suburban Las Vegas. And so, to enjoy a last gasp of freedom before their SAT scores come back, they lie to their parents and set off on a secret road trip up to Yellowstone National Park – going on some unexpected misadventures along the way. Featuring skinny-dipping, wacky science, an environmentalist twist and a fizzing score, Echolocation is a podcast musical about Gen Z friendship, love, and disability. Eliza Randall is a composer, pianist, and music director from Boulder City, NV, currently based in New York City. She began playing the piano and composing music when she was six years old and has been hooked ever since!Her short musical THE YELLOW WALLPAPER, written with Sam Norman, was a finalist for the Mazumdar Short Play Prize and has been performed all over the country by Harp Theatricals, Irvington Theatre, Alleyway Theatre, and Blank Conversations. Her new musical THE DEBUTANTES was recently workshopped and performed at the 2022 Leeds Conservatoire Musical Workshop. Eliza's various other stand-alone compositions have been showcased at the Broadway Future Songbook at Lincoln Center, the Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre off-Broadway, and the Hackney Empire (nominated for the 2021 Stiles and Drewe Best New Song Prize). As a music director, Eliza especially loves directing new works, and most recently she has been MD/Keys 1 for multiple shows at Pace University, NYU's New Studio on Broadway, Dixon Place, the Scranton Fringe, and the Two Rivers Theatre with Joe Iconis and Sara Schlesinger. Education: BM in Piano Performance from BYU, MFA in Musical Theatre Writing from NYU Tisch.Hi, I'm Sam — an award-winning (but more often award-losing) rhymester who bounces between the UK and US.I mostly write lyrics and libretti for musicals and operas. Sometimes I write screenplays and light verse.Recently… Echolocation (winner of the 2025 MTI Stiles & Drewe Mentorship Award), The Shadow, Come Dine With Me: The Musical.You might have seen my work produced and/or developed off-West End, off-Broadway and regionally, at venues including the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Turbine Theatre, Rattlestick Playwrights Theater, and the Edinburgh Fringe.I'm currently a Resident Artist at the American Lyric Theater. In the past I've been a Johnny Mercer Foundation Songwriter, an American Opera Initiative Fellow, a winner of the Stephen Spender Prize for Poetry in Translation, a Lincoln Center Broadway Future Songbook writer and a three-time finalist for the Stiles & Drewe Best New Song Prize. I'm a proud member of Mercury Musical Developments, the BMI Musical Theatre Librettists Workshop and the Dramatists Guild.

Beyond Perfection is Be More Chill meets Urinetown, it  is an original story so timely, we've been warned to stop writing before more of it becomes true. Ryan and his wife Kate are the flawless faces of Perfection LLC's government-run marriage program: an algorithmically crafted romance, broadcast for all to see. Their love is scripted, their happiness engineered…until a glitch breaks the illusion. As Ryan spirals, he stumbles into the No-See-Ums encampment, a hidden rebel society in Central Park where outcasts unveil a world: unscripted. Boisterous, funny, and surprising, Beyond Perfection is a zany dystopian musical adventure perfect for our current age.Kenady Sean (lyricist, composer, bookwriter and producer)Kenadyis currently working on three musical projects other than The Scarlet Letter Musical. The Birthmark was recently featured in Theatre Now's Soundbites Festival. We Can Do It! was an award-winning festival participant of the 2023 National Women's Theatre Festival. The Scarlet Letter Musical was a SheNYC Festival semi-finalist in 2022 and a Moxie Incubator Finalist in 2023. Beyond Perfection and The Scarlet Letter Musical have both had a workshop produced by or in conjunction with The Table Co/lab, now SheDFW. Kenady graduated with an MBA and a BS in Music Business from Dallas Baptist University where she received the Texas Business Hall of Fame Scholarship. She currently is the regional moderator of Texas for Maestra Music, and hopes to improve gender parity in the musical theatre business. She is also a member of Theatre Resource Unlimited's Producer Mentor Program.Kaylee Killingsworth (bookwriter, and lyricist)Kaylee Killingsworth is a playwright, librettist, teacher and performer. She holds a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre focused on Theatre Studies from UT Arlington. Recent productions include: “The Birthmark” via Theatre Now New York's SOUNDBITES festival, “The One Who Drew Cats” via Ugly Radio Podcast, “Beyond Perfection (Now titled A Brave New York)” Developmental workshop via SheDFW, “Secular” via The Guinea Pig Festival. Kaylee is currently working as a Librettist for the musical “A Brave New York”. In addition to teaching and writing, Kaylee works at the intersection of holistic therapy and theater as a medical clown with The Laughter League. Her original clown character Dr. Hashtag is a cast member of Telly-Award winning show, On The Nose. In her collegiate career she contributed research to the Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Student Research Conference at Collin College. At UTA, Kaylee contributed to the University's 2016

Jessica Francis FichterBook and LyricsJessica Francis Fichter is a South Carolina-based director, playwright, and teaching artist, currently serving as the Executive Director of Trustus Theatre in Columbia, SC. She has directed and taught in various locations, including NYC, where she earned an MFA in Directing from the Actors Studio Drama School. Recent directing credits include Twelfth Night: Welcome to Our Table (New York Shakespeare Best Comedy 2020) and Dandelion: An Original Musical (NYMF finalist 2019). She is also the founder of Evolving Door Theatre Company.Hailee Beltzhoover ZunigaStory, Book, Addt. Music and LyricsHailee Beltzhoover Zuniga is an Atlanta-based theatre artist and the concierge of the renowned Woodruff Arts Center, home to the Tony Award-winning Alliance Theatre. She graduated from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC in 2019 with a Bachelors in Performance and has been heavily involved in the Atlanta theatre community since her relocation in 2022. Her most recent projects have been directing Brandon Jacobs-Jenkin's Everybody with Renegade Theatre Co. and performing as Mal in Disney's Descendants at OnStage Atlanta.DANDELION: An Original Musical is a contemporary show that captures the emotional ups and downs of familial love, loss, and change. Female-driven and fearless in its approach to storytelling, it is a universal story that will touch the lives of audience members across generations.

BRIAN USIFER Broadway credits include The Heart of Rock and Roll (Music Supervision, Arrangements, Orchestrations) A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical (Arrangements, Orchestrations), Disney's Frozen (Music Director, Additional Arrangements), Kinky Boots (Music Director, Additional Arrangements, Associate Music Supervisor - Tour, London and Toronto) and The Book of Mormon (Associate Music Supervisor). Other highlights include Chess at the Kennedy Center, Swept Away at Berkeley Rep and Arena Stage, Afterwords at Seattle 5th Ave, and Mr. Chickee's Funny Money at the Atlantic, Bobby and Kristen Lopez American Songbook, NBC's Annie Live, and The Wiz Live. @brianusifer or  www.brianusifer.comJOY MACHINE RECORDS is a record label seeking to change the way we think about theater music. We call ourselves Joy Machine because we love making records. The music we release embraces the joy of authenticity, both in style and genre for today's artists and audiences. Our focus on process and collaboration stems from our collective experience in the recorded music industry as well as our work on Broadway. Our hands-on approach to each project allows artists at every level to develop their own voice. Artists will be greeted with kindness and transparency as they explore the best solutions for their unique musical projects. Our services provide the ability for artists who have typically worked within the space of musical theater to explore where they fit within the recorded music industry. We are a company of theater music artists for today.

Emotions run high in the world of closed adoptions and sealed records, but the potential human stakes are even higher.  It's the fall of 1967, and an unexpected pregnancy thrusts teen lovers into the stark arena of adult realities. An infertile married couple longs to become parents via a system rooted in secrecy and shame. A beloved baby, named Joshua by his adoptive parents, must grow up severed from his roots. Forced to navigate seemingly insurmountable obstacles on the journey to learn his full identity as an adult, Joshua discovers a group with shared experiences who find their voices and fight for access to the truth about their origins.  Drawn from decades of real-life timeless stories of love, longing, loss and the visceral human quest for identity, empowerment and connection, For the Record(s) resonates with anyone who has lost or found family. 

GALLANO.H  tells the story of Ethan — a character shaped by loss — and the chorus of voices that surround him: Soul, Past, Present, and Future. Through live guitar, movement, and raw ballads, the performance dances between memory and momentum, stillness and song.This original musical was born from the real-life experience of TYK's Artistic Director, Ethan Persyko (they/them), who lost their beloved dog, Bailey, during a time of deep personal isolation. But GALLANO.H reaches far beyond one person's story — it is for anyone who has ever loved and lost, who has ever needed to be reminded they're not alone.

WINNER, is an original musical about coming out and coming-of-age set against the backdrop of a rigged school election in Southern California in 1999. The show's electrifying rock-pop score was created by Joe Barros (Artistic Director of New York Theater Barn) and Nico Juber (one of 2023's Women to Watch on Broadway) with a concept album launching July 2025.

What if Gypsy Rose Lee (from Gypsy the Musical) met Gypsy-Rose Blanchard (current true crime darling)?For millennia, musical theater writers never dared to ask: If your mother sucks, can you kill her?Well… that changes now

Twelve Maids takes you behind-the-scenes of life in Ithaca during Odysseus's journey in The Odyssey, from the never-before-heard point of view of a palace maid. Often silenced or glossed over, Penelope's maids are given a voice for the very first time in this dynamic new musical. Our stellar cast will transport you to Bronze Age Greece, where love, loyalty, and laughs await. Featuring breathtaking ballads, dazzling duets, and electric ensemble numbers, Twelve Maids is sure to excite lovers of myth and musical theater alike. Created by Amanda Fischler and Adam Gloc

When Anne Boleyn returned from the courts of Flanders to her childhood home at Hever Castle, what augury could have foretold the atomic impact that the young woman would have on the very fabric of England? Before long, the beautiful Boleyn girl had won over Henry VIII, who was willing to commit national apostasy to make her his queen. Henry risked not only wars but the wrath of God for Anne – though her transfixing influence on the King left courtiers wondering just how, precisely, she had seduced him so completely. She was a harlot, they said, that much was for sure, but might the bewitching Anne Boleyn actually be a witch? What with the unfortunate lack of heir, her violent delights soon found violent ends, and the girl from Hever Castle found herself quite literally on the Tudor chopping block.Sat Aug 2nd - Sat 30th Hever CatleHever Rd, Hever, Edenbridge TN8, UKFor info on this show & many others, head over to: musicaltheatreradio.com/wannaseeamusical

You are cordially invited to join our Di, the People's Princess, for the gig of a lifetime…quite literally!Telling the story of a humble commoner (who just happened to be a Lady) in a concert/musical/event like nothing you have experienced before, THE DIANA MIXTAPE is here to set the record straight with an all star cast, iconic fashion throwbacks and fierce choreography.Featuring music originally performed by BRITNEY SPEARS, LADY GAGA, DUA LIPA, JADE, KATY PERRY, ARIANA GRANDE, KYLIE MINOGUE and many more, this hilarious yet heartwarming musical gig is a guaranteed rollicking good time.Starring drag superstars COURTNEY ACT, DIVINA DE CAMPO, ROSÉ, KITTY SCOTT-CLAUS and PRIYANKA as Princess Diana (yes, all of them), and Broadway star, and breakout from the smash hit movie The Greatest Showman, KEALA SETTLE as Queen Elizabeth, this concert is going to blow the roof off! Brought to you by the creator and producer of DEATH DROP, COOL RIDER and GALS ALOUD,  this high octane royal romp is a love letter to Diana and her legacy as one of the most celebrated and adored figures in history.When: July 29th-Aug 10th, 2025Where: OuternetCharing Cross Rd, London, UKANDWhen: Aug 19-21st, 2025Where:LowryPier, 8 The Quays, Salford, Manchester M50 3AZ, UKFor info on this show & many others head over to: musicaltheatreradio.com/wannaseeamusical

BALLS: THE MONSTER-CATCHIN' MUSICAL COMÉDYA wild musical appears!“BALLS” is an action-packed immersive experience about the MONSTERS we collect and the FIGHTS we choose to fight. Be the very first to start a “NEW GAME” in this one-of-a-kind extravaganza, overflowing with 8-bit bops, improvised battles, and 151 original Collectabuddies. MONSTERS WERE SCARY. AND THE PROFESSOR WAS SCARED. So he squished ‘em down into little balls, and created a safer world: where monsters are pets - and pets do what they're told. But when these “Collectabuddies” begin to BITE BACK, the Professor and his piece-of-sh*t grandson are forced to battle their past conceptions of right and wrong to save the game they helped create.

'In the smoke-choked backrooms of 1920s Toronto, where jazz and bootleg liquor flow like an untamed river, 'The Man in the Iron Mask is reborn as a Prohibition-era musical. Twins—one, a ruthless crime lord draped in silk and sin; the other, a prisoner lost in the underbelly of King St —are bound by fate and a secret buried in blood. As speakeasy ballads and brass-fueled anthems drive the tale, a band of aging gangsters, once the city's kings, unite for one last job: a coup against tyranny. Justice and jazz collide in a high-stakes battle where the mask must fall.

Earth Planet Universe: The John Muir Legacy Musical is a musical production exploring the path forged by John Muir, often considered the father of our National Parks. Join him on a 'hike' in the air-conditioned comfort of the Art Barn to explore National Park sites and learn about his life and the Native Americans who lived in each location for millennia. As these stories intertwine through song and dialogue, the audience is inspired by John Muir's example to ask themselves what legacy they want to leave for others.

Are you feeling irrelevant? Invisible? Ignored?You might just be a middle-aged woman! Come find out!Terrible Fish is a one-woman cabaret about the gut punch of mid-life. It's cheeky, witty, musical, and more than a little unhinged! A wild ride through the joys, tears and rages of aging while female, spat out by an award-winning writer and performer from Montreal.For all those googling perimeno on the daily: This. Is. For. You!

Emilio runs a dazzling chameleon circus like his father did—but what happens when it all falls apart? A puppet-filled musical comedy about letting your inner sparkle shine.From the bozo who brought you THE FAMILY CROW. Internationally celebrated puppeteer, Adam Francis Proulx returns to his Dora-nominated performance after a month-long Off-Broadway run. 4 shows only!Praise for The Pucking Fuppet Co:WINNER - 5 x Patrons' PickWINNER - Best Family Show, OrlandoWINNER - Best Solo Show, Montréal“Funny, clever, and wildly entertaining.” - Theatre Pizzazz NYC

Based on the songs of four-time Juno Award-winning children's singer-songwriter Jack Grunsky, “Playground” follows Eliot, a kid with a vivid imagination and appetite for adventure. Searching for acceptance at his new school, Eliot invents a game on the school playground, leading his new friends through a world of make-believe. Suitable for children 4-12, their parents and grandparents, “Playground” explores a variety of musical genres, integrating sounds and rhythms from a colourful palette of global musical instruments. This family show encourages audiences to tune out the noise, and tune in to the beauty of using their imaginations..

An almost solo musical that confronts the rising threat of artificial intelligence and the commodification of identity. When a struggling actress lands the lead role in a cult film, she unknowingly signs the rights away to her image. As her AI-generated double rises to fame in her place, she's forced to confront the brutal reality of what it means to be a woman in a world that prefers you silent, flawless, and easily controlled.Instagram

VILNA: A RESISTANCE STORY is an exciting new musical about Vitka Kempner, a 19-year-old Jewish girl who inspired the heroic Jewish resistance movement in the Vilna ghetto during the Holocaust. After the Nazis invade Poland, a fierce and fearless Vitka escapes to the free, bohemian city of Vilna, Lithuania where she meets a group of young artists—led by visionary poet Abba Kovner—and inspires them to form a resistance. But when the Nazis invade and confine Jews to the ghetto, Vitka and the group must find creative ways to fight back. With the Nazis bearing down, they make a daring escape to the forest where Vitka blows up a Nazi train—the first act of sabotage by a Jewish partisan in WWII—paving the way for their return to reclaim their beloved city. With a vibrant klezmer-influenced pop score, VILNA tells a forgotten and inspiring story that speaks to our times.

The death of E. A. Poe remains one of literature's greatest unsolved mysteries. Music, movement, projections, and shadow play combine to follow Poe through the catacombs of his final nightmare, encountering his most infamous creations along the way. Winner, "Best English Production" Montreal Fringe and finalist for "Best Adaptation" at Poe Fest International.

Makeshift Company to present Adams Prize 1st Runner-Up, a bold new musical by Annika Tupper. "All That She Wrote" debuts at the Toronto Fringe this Summer after a year of development by Makeshift's The Spark Project. This brand new musical drops us into a world obsessed with True Crime, confronting the meaning of justice, Queer friendship, Twitch live-streaming, retribution, and U-Haul lesbians. With direction and dramaturgy by Ally Chozik, music direction by Nicholas Mustapha, and choreography by Mara Turenne, "All That She Wrote" promises to leave audiences unsettled, inspired, and questioning the colonial structures on which this country depends.

Almost Ever AfterImagine 'Love Actually' as a musical, with original songs inspired by The Beatles, Bruno Mars, Adele, and more.From Andrew Seok, writer of 'Rosamund' and 'The Man With The Golden Heart', comes a hilarious and heartfelt musical journey through five interconnected love stories exploring first sparks, second chances, unexpected encounters, and the complicated, magical search for “the one.”Set to a completely original score that blends rock, pop, and soul, Almost Ever After captures the highs, lows, and in-betweens of modern relationships with honesty, humour, and heart.

Don't Fall InKara is floundering in Story Brewing 401, where final projects are brewed—literally—in cauldrons. Out of ideas, they cobble together a clichéd fairy tale starring a pompous prince, a self-saving princess, and a villain modelled after their crush, Eva. Then a suspicious vial of ink falls in. And so does Kara. Trapped inside their own half-finished story, Kara must survive a world gone off-script—one warped by corrupted ink and haunted by discarded drafts. Don't Fall In is a queer, spooky, and emotionally charged new musical that flips fantasy tropes on their heads and asks: what happens when the story writes back?

ThunderorAn epic full-scale Rock Opera musical hearkening back to the glory days of arena rock.Written by 2x JUNO nominated artist JJ Tartaglia and performed in grand fashion featuring the actual live band, THUNDEROR tells the story of a has-been musician who gives one more shot at glory. Wild and restless, tempting fate with romance and danger, he is joined by a troupe of would-be rockers in an impromptu adventure.

When Walter Harry Horvitz told his sons from his death bed, “Look up, smile and be strong,” little did he know his last words would become the inspiration for a scintillating musical drama – the story of his life.Brothers, Ron and Andy Horvitz, principals of the 1•1•1 Group, have co-written the musical, Can't You See That I'm In Love?! – – a real life love story from The Greatest Generation whose inspiration and torch have been passed on – – to span generations.Comprised of 20 of Walt's original songs — memorable show tunes, love ballads, and song & dance numbers, punctuated by his resounding spiritual and patriotic hymns — the musical is currently in its developmental phase. The 1•1•1 Group presents the show's full theme song and musical highlights from several keynote songs here:

ApothecaryIn a world built for men, women create community.Within the magical walls of a living sanctuary, situated in neither time nor place, Lady and Tilly work tirelessly and secretly to support all women in need as they appear at their door. Imperfect themselves, our protagonists discover what it means to do good in a world of complicated nuance.Toronto Fringe veterans Laura Piccinin, Allison Wither and Cass Van Wyck, together with 14 artists, present the new Canadian musical, "Apothecary"; a magical and timeless sanctuary for all women in need, no matter when they're from.

In a giant endless airport where souls await their final departure, Iris has been granted the rare opportunity to return to earth and live another life. Before she can return, she must choose which life she would like to live next. Live each night, audience members will determine Iris's journey by selecting 8 acts of 20 to be performed in the order they are selected-- meaning every night is a completely unique performance!*2025 Adams Prize Winner* From the Dora Award nominated duo that brought you "Killing Time: A Game Show Musical" comes a new, genre-bending musical.

Tamar Broadbent: Plus OneJoin this award-winning British comedy songwriter (BBC Radio 4, Boom Chicago) as she sings you through a tale of fertility tests, failed birth plans and the impressive feat of giving up wine for nine months.Featuring songs like ‘Embarrassing Mother!' and ‘I Tried Hard to Breastfeed But It Sucked,' Plus One is the perfect show for parents, parents-to-be and those who never want to be parents and can delight in all they're missing (like sciatica).Babes-in-arms welcome!★★★★★ ‘A fantastic, hilarious gem' - MusicalTheatreReview.com. ‘Talented, bright and funny' - Michael Palin (Monty Python).

People Suck a musical airing of grievancesThis hilarious and all-too-relatable musical theatre song-cycle dares ask the question: WTAF is wrong with humanity??After two hit productions in Melbourne, Australia, the 2015 Best of Fringe and Mirvish Award winner is coming home to Toronto! By Peter Cavell (Second City) and Megan Phillips ("The Anxiety Show"), directed by Jessica Sherman ("Dear Evan Hansen"), with cast from "Come From Away", "Evil Dead", and "Avenue Q".“Side-splittingly hilarious” (Mooney on Theatre); “Gutsy, entertaining, and meaningful” (The Varsity); “Oozes with delicious frivolity...belongs on bigger stages with bigger audiences.” (YouShouldSeeItMelbourne.com)People Suck: you'll wish for your optimism back!

Ctrl Alt Delete: An Alphabetical MusicalThe English Language is downsizing and can no longer afford to employ 26 letters. Now, for some letters in the alphabet, their sound can be made using other letters (e.g. the sound of F can be made using P-H), so the ultimate question becomes: which letter will be fired? Seven of the at-risk letters (F, K, Q, S, W, X, and Z) are called into a meeting, where, in front of a jury of audience members, they must demonstrate their imperativeness to the English language. If they fail, they could be deleted forever.

State of the Union – Words by Eric C. Jones isn't your typical musical revue. It's a musical town hall—a raw, riveting, and soul-stirring exploration of what it means to live, love, struggle, and dream in 21st Century America.Curated and written by award-winning writer Eric C. Jones, the show features music by an all-star lineup of composers: Ian Stephenson, Gary Sironen, Joshua Davis, Alex Winkler, and Bradley Dean Whyte.

Mathew's Big Broadway BashIt's a cabaret-style party bursting with show tunes, sing-alongs, surprises, and big Broadway energy! From Mamma Mia to Pippin, Grease to The Sound of Music, we're serving up musical moments with sass, heart, and a Fringe twist. Expect powerhouse vocals, spontaneous games, a surprise guest, and the kind of joyful chaos only Fringe can deliver. Whether you're a lifelong theatre lover or just love belting in the shower, Mathew's Big Broadway Bash is your invitation to join the party.https://fringetoronto.com/fringe/show/mathews-big-broadway-bash

Trevor Barrette is a queer theatre maker based in Montreal, known for his kaleidoscopic productions and joy-forward storytelling. A graduate of John Abbott College's Professional Theatre program, he founded the award-winning KaleidoscopeMTL, producing and directing ten productions, including the hit Fringe musical Captain Aurora and the immersive Memento Mori. Trevor's work explores dynamic timescapes, ensemble casting, and enchanting worlds that foster a sense of wonder. Directorial highlights include The Sages of Chelm and The Great Divide for the Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre at the Segal Centre, as well as serving as assistant director for Les Belles Soeurs at the Stratford Festival. Trevor has performed with institutions such as the National Arts Centre, Centaur Theatre, Segal Centre, Geordie Theatre and teaches at the Segal Centre Academy and Geordie Theatre School. Currently, he is developing new works, including a musical inspired by Dr. Brenda Milner's legacy. This July, he will direct Hudson Village Theatre's presentation of Bed and Breakfast.Rylan Allen is thrilled to be part of the MAWAM team and to bring this touching, hilarious show to life. Hailing from Hamilton, Ontario, he graduated from Sheridan College's Musical Theatre Program and performed with Canadiana Productions Inc. in Niagara as a performer, dance captain, and choreographer until lockdown. During that time, he discovered a passion for teaching, working as a Music Director for Hamilton's Conservatory for the Arts. Favorite roles include Peter in Jesus Christ Superstar (Brott Music Festival), Noel Gruder in Ride the Cyclone (Playhouse Collective), and Monsieur André in Phantom of the Opera (Theatre Sheridan). Rylan thanks his mentors for sharing their toolboxes with him, the MAWAM team for this incredible experience, and his friends and family for their unwavering support.Émile Auger is a multidisciplinary performer and teacher from Montréal. He began his artistic journey in the music and jazz band program at St-Luc High School. He went on to study musical theatre at Collège Lionel-Groulx's professional theatre program and graduated in the spring of 2022. In 2023, he completed his third and final semester in musical theatre at Sheridan College, Ontario. His performance credits include Jazz Noisette (Les Jeunesses Musicales du Canada), Lucky Stiff (Stephenville Theatre Festival), Rock of Ages (STF), Let's Bop! (Terra Bruce Productions) and Lorenzo Sterzi's latest film, Cadavre Exquis (LostandKik Pictures). Émile is thrilled to make his Segal Center debut as part of this original musical theatre production.Max + Aaron Write A MusicalSet in present-day Montreal, two childhood friends and creative collaborators race against the clock to finish their latest project: a coming-of-age musical loosely based on their lives. But as they deep dive into the work, long-repressed truths rise to the surface and threaten their partnership. A sexy cautionary tale about writing what you know.

Alexandra Conroy: writer, book / additional lyrics       “I was born in the wrong era.”  Growing up in NYC, Alexandra tried to see as many Broadway productions as possible while being a child actor herself. Always a story teller, she started writing very young with a musical in the 2nd grade and a movie in the 4th. The idea for this story came to her as she began college, studying acting and writing for theater. She continued to hone the idea while getting her BFA, and acting in numerous stage, screen and television roles during and since graduating. Favorite Roles include Ms. Andrew in Mary Poppins and Duke Fredrik in Shakespeare's As You Like It. Can currently be seen in HBO's Love and Death.Ray Hoese: co-writer, book, music & lyrics   "The antidote to writer's block is dogs, bike riding and sun!” Ray is a writer. Period. Or maybe a semicolon... His degree is in journalism but his first professional gigs included an NBC sitcom and The X-Files. Also an avid songwriter, it was only after separately writing hundreds of songs and thousands of pages of scripts that he joined Alexandra to help bring this story and its music to life. Ray still has the violin his parents bought when they got him lessons in the fourth grade and he is most proud of raising children that love and play music for fun, which (as he says) is what music was meant for.  Ray's other love is flying airplanes for fun and profit.  And, of course, big, big dogs. Finding HelenaThe daughter of a Nazi officer runs away with a Jewish resistance fighter. Separated in the chaos of war, they struggle to survive and find each other.

The King's Wife offers a bold new perspective on the story of Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII, as she navigates the pressures of queenship and the fight to secure her legacy. A revolutionary pop musical by two-time Grammy-nominated songwriter Jamie Floyd and award-winning playwright Mêlisa Annis, this bold reimagining of history explores Katherine's resilience and the enduring impact of extraordinary women.Mêlisa Annis (bookwriter) is an award-winning playwright and theater-maker. Mêlisa has developed and presented work at and with Playwrights Horizons, Rosalind Productions, Primary Stages, BMG Music, The Lark, Parsnip Ship, The New School, The Playground Experiment, Rattlestick Theater, Tangent Theater, RAL Productions, Red Bull Theater, The Ambassadors Theatre Group (London), Arcola Theatre (London), Berkley Rep, Theatre for a New City, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Centre. Radio Drama: Mêlisa was lead writer on radio series For Spacious Skies which was awarded the True West Award, CO, her play Beginnings was awarded the Spirit of The Festival Award, Ireland, and she is currently developing a radio series based on love letters sent between soldiers during the American civil war. Mêlisa was the recipient of the Parity Commission for her play Charlie's Waiting, and is excited to be continuing development of her play The Inheritance of a Long-Term Fault with Clutch Productions. Mêlisa is a frequent contributor to the BBC, BBC Wales and S4C and she's a proud Welsh speaker. Diolch mawr i Peter.Jamie Floyd (Music, Lyrics, Co-Arranger) is a Nashville-based, independent 2x Grammy-nominated songwriter and recording artist. Her songs have been recorded by artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Kesha, Miranda Lambert, Ronnie Dunn, Madi Diaz, Sturgill Simpson, Lizzy McAlpine and Brian Wilson. She has written extensively for film and TV, including the finale for Dolly Parton's A Country Christmas Story. As an artist, she has toured nationally and internationally, performing at Stagecoach, The Grand Ole Opry, The Bluebird Cafe and the Country Music Hall Fame to name a few. Floyd's journey in the music industry, including her experience as the “Grammy-nominated waitress,” was featured alongside Garth Brooks, Emmylou Harris & Jason Isbell in the critically acclaimed documentary “The Last Songwriter,” which advocated for the Music Modernization Act. In addition to The King's Wife, she is currently working working on two other new musical theatre projects: That Boy Ain't Right and Killin' It: A Howdy Horror Murder Mystery Musical. Her latest single “Sad Girls Do” was featured on Spotify's “Fresh Finds: Best Of 2023″ playlist, which highlights the best of all-genre independent releases.

Rachel Walker MasonEver since I can remember I've been able to see music as colours when I listen to music or compose a song. I've since learned that this condition is called synaesthesia and people often refer to it as “my superpower”.I always felt my happiest and most fulfilled when I was singing or writing music so it felt natural to make it my career path. I've never wanted to do anything else as a job and am very lucky that I've been able to live my dream, pursuing music through school, my undergraduate degree then a masters in songwriting before starting my career as a freelance songwriter, musical director and vocal coach.During my career, I've performed all over the world, coached hundreds of singers from beginners to west end performers, run an artist management company and worked extensively in my community to encourage different generations to bond through the arts. For this, I was crowned Freelancer Of The Year and Woman of the Year. Throughout my life, I've struggled with my mental health and when my children were born I was diagnosed with postnatal depression. After recovering I set up Lyrical Light as a songwriting workshop for those struggling with their mental health after becoming parents. It's a real honour to be able to help people through music.My work now encompasses both of these aspects from co-writing and songwriting, working as a Maternal Mental Health Ambassador and with parents who are suffering from Post-Natal Depression. Eloise Hodder is the HE Programme Co-ordinator for BA (Hons) Performing Arts - Acting at University Centre Weston (UCW). Eloise delivers on the BA Hons degree in Performing Arts which is validated by Bath Spa University.  Eloise also works as a guest lecturer and examiner both nationally and internationally encompassing a range of institutions from The Brit School, to consultant Actor/Director at L'Ecole d'Architecture Universite de Montreal. Eloise trained as an actor and holds BA (Hons) from Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (Franchise University of South Wales) and has a Postgraduate Diploma from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Applied Theatre specialising in Directing. Eloise is also a member of Royal Academy of Dance and the Institute for Learning. Eloise is an actor, director, interdisciplinary performer and educator. She has worked as the director/creator of Trapped (Donmar and Endeavour), received the Jack Petchey Youth Community Project Award for Delicate Rose tour and has been nominated for a Royal Television Society Award for Gannin' Yem. Eloise has been an Education Associate for the Donmar, Bush Theatre and Michael Grandage Theatre Company.

James A. Rocco Director | ProducerAn award-winning director/producer as well as an acclaimed vocalist with a passion for creating inclusive, thought-provoking experiences that honor the heart of every story. Known for his collaborative spirit, he brings a unique blend of artistry and authenticity to every project, ensuring the magic on the page comes vividly to life.Thirty Saints Productions is a dynamic and innovative company that excels in creating original theatrical works for a diverse range of venues across the globe.In addition, we negotiate, consult, and acquire music licenses for popular jukebox musicals.At Thirty Saints Productions, we take pride in our passion for creativity and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Richard C. WalterBOOK, MUSIC, LYRICSA composer-lyricist who has studied and worked in genres including musical theatre, choral, a cappella, pop, jazz, and film scoring. His show Madame Clicquot (co-written with Lisette Glodowski), has had two developmental readings in New York, and was part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series in 2020. Richard has been a guest composer at Columbia University, and was commissioned by NYU to team up with his Madame Clicquot collaborator Lisette Glodowski, to write the song "Go Ahead" for the Tisch School of The Arts 2020 graduation ceremony at Radio City Music Hall. Richard has been honored to volunteer as a composer with the 52nd Street Project in NYC, writing new songs and plays with kids. Richard received his B.A. in music from University of Chapel Hill and his MFA in Musical Theatre Writing at NYU's Tisch School. of the Arts. www.richardcwalter.comLISETTE GLODOWSKIBOOK, MUSIC, LYRICSLisette Glodowski is an award-winning composer-lyricist, actor, choreographer and educator. She has performed on stages coast to coast, written numerous musicals and plays, choreographed for regional houses, coached many broadway singers, and earned her MFA at The Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, NYU Tisch School of the Arts | BFA in Musical Theatre/Acting at East Carolina University. Current writing credits with collaborator Richard C. Walter: Madame Clicquot: A Revolutionary Musical –– Studio Cast Recording, The sold-out concert at The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina (2021), Industry Readings and more–– Tambora: The Lost Kingdom (Industry Reading at NYU) and Escrow! A New Musical. Lisette's other shows include Velvet Over Steel, The Adventures of Atalanta, Much A Cruise About Nothing, Starving Artist: A Song Cycle, Call Me Coppelia and more. Proud member of The Dramatists Guild, ASCAP, AEA, SDC, and the recipient of the Dramatists Guild Foundation Grant in 2020. For more info on her other artistic hats, visit www.lisetteglodowski.com

A Girl in Persia is a epic sung-through full-length musical adaptation of the Book of Esther from the Tanakh (the Bible). Aiming to be faithful to Scripture, this adaptation's book, lyrics, and music are all written with a historical and cultural focus in mind. A runtime of nearly 3 hours (with an interval) allows for a fully immersive experience in the world of the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550-330 BCE, the First Persian Empire). Without further ado, allow us to present to you a teaser below of its music. If a picture is worth a thousand words, a minute of music is worth ten thousand:

Ute Lemper's decades-long career spans stage, film, and music, with over 30 recordings. Renowned for her interpretations of Berlin Cabaret, Kurt Weill, Brecht, and chanson legends like Marlene Dietrich and Edith Piaf, she has also starred in major musicals across Broadway, the West End, Paris, and Berlin. She won the American Theater World Award and the Laurence Olivier Award for her performance as Chicago's Velma Kelly in the West End and on Broadway, the Molière Award for her performance as Cabaret's Sally Bowles in Paris, among others, and earned Grammy nominations.Her global tours feature diverse projects, including Rendezvous with Marlene, Songs for Eternity, and tributes to Piazzolla and Brecht. She has composed music inspired by Bukowski, Neruda, and Coelho and released a bestselling autobiography in 2023. She released her self-penned and contemporary album Time Traveler just last year. Singing in five languages, she continues to perform worldwide. A longtime New York resident, she lives there with her family and four children.We talk about her newest album Pirate Jenny and her upcoming concert at Cadogan Hall on June 13th, 2025.

We speak with two of the creators of The Brass Teapot (Chaz and Ramaa) as well as the director (Zoe) and actor (Sarah) about the upcoming Firefly Theatre Group workshop staging at The Sherry Theatre in North Hollywood, California.THE BRASS TEAPOT is a magical, mischievous dark comedy that warns to be careful what you wish for. Based on the 2012 indie cult film

DONNA TRINKOFF – Artistic Producer - of Amas Musical Theatre, a non-profit performing arts organization in New York City devoted the creation, development and production of new musicals and to the training and encouragement of inner-city young people. Since 1994, Donna has produced the original musicals Broadway and the Bard, starring Len Cariou, Red Eye of Love, The Other Josh Cohen, Triassic Parq! Wanda's World, Shout! The Mod Musical, Lone Star Love, Magpie, Stormy Weather: The Lena Horne Story, Zanna, Don't!, Latin Heat, From My Hometown, Langston Hughes' Little Ham, 4 Guys Named José, Rollin' on the T.O.B.A., among others, and she has presented over 90 original musicals in the Amas Musical Theatre Lab. As Starry Night Productions, Donna presented the Off-Broadway premiere of SILENCE! The Musical (Christopher Gattelli, Hunter Bell, Jon & Al Kaplan), the unauthorized parody of the iconic film “The Silence of the Lambs” to critical acclaim, sold-out houses and a two-year run. SILENCE! won the Off Broadway Alliance Award and the Obie Award for Best Musical and was named as one of the 'Top 10 Plays of the Year' by TIME Magazine. The original cast album has been released on Sh-K-Boom Records. Donna was an associate artistic director at the Cabaret and Performance Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Center in CT and worked with Aruba Productions on new and upcoming musicals. She holds a BA in English and Theatre from SUNY Binghamton, is a graduate of the National Theatre Institute, and she received a Certificate of Merit from the Drama Studio in London. Donna is a member of the League for Professional Theatre Women. She is a recipient of the New York Municipal Art Society Award of Merit and the Galaxy Award from the NY Women's Association.  Amas Musical Theatre is a non-profit, multi-ethnic theatrical organization founded in 1968 by Ms. Rosetta LeNoire. Amas (“you love” in Latin) is devoted to the creation, development and professional production of new American musicals, the celebration of cultural equity and minority perspectives, the emergence of new artistic talent, and the training and encouragement of underserved young people. Amas celebrates its impact in pioneering multi-ethnic casting in the American Theatre and reiterates its commitment to this reflection of our diverse society.​Amas Musical Theatre commits its work to: Contributing to the vitality of the American Musical Theatre - a unique American esthetic expression -- through the creation, development and professional production of original musicals.​Bringing creative, musical theatre to the American education system, and enhancing the experience of students.​Encouraging tolerance and civility among people of our diverse society by bringing them together through the art of musical theatre.​Audiences are built by bringing both children and other community members into Amas with free performances and free ticket programs. Amas actively combines artists and audience members from every possible racial, ethnic and religious background, bringing them together to work and learn from each other.​For 50 years, Amas has engraved its unique trademark on the world of musical theatre. We produce quality musical theatre presenting different cultural viewpoints, while reaching out to underserved audiences. Amas attracts actors and artists of distinction and reputation, while offering opportunities for new talent to learn and develop.

We revisit the shows creators Scott and Aaron and are joined by cast memeber Allison as we talk about the upcoming Concert of Romero & JulietZombies! Shakespeare! 1980s inspired music! All of these elements are the foundation for the new rock musical, ROMERO & JULIET.Romero, a human, falls for Juliet, a zombie, during a music festival called Deadstock on Friday the 13 th in September 1985. Romance, comedy, horror, and tragedy ensue. The show is set in Verona, PA- not far from where George Romero's class film “Night of the Living Dead” was filmed, and not far from where the concert will be presented.​ROMERO & JULIET features an original score inspired by eighties pop music icons Madonna, Bon Jovi, George Michael, Boy George, Jim Steinman and others. It is described as being in the same vein as LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS.Romero and Juliet” will premiere on May 17, 2025 at Saint Vincent College with production by Split Stage Productions of Greensburg. There is a matinee at 2 p.m. and an evening performance at 7.

Michael Kooman (music) and Christopher Dimond (book & lyrics) received the 2013 Fred Ebb Award, a 2010 Jonathan Larson Grant, and are the first recipients of the Mary Rodgers/Lorenz Hart Award and the Samuel French Next Step Award. Between them, they have received the Burton Lane Award, the Harold Adamson Award, the KC/ACTF Musical Theatre Award, a NYFA Fellowship, and numerous ASCAP Plus awards.Their most recent musical, ROMANTICS ANONYMOUS, debuted to rave reviews at Shakespeare's Globe this fall. They also currently serve as songwriters for VAMPIRINA, an animated musical TV series airing on the Disney Channel and Disney Junior which has reached over 49 million viewers in 115 countries.Their other projects include THE NOTEWORTHY LIFE OF HOWARD BARNES (developed at the O'Neill Music Theater Conference and the Village Theater), ORPHIE & THE BOOK OF HEROES (The Kennedy Center), THE ENLIGHTENMENT OF PERCIVAL VON SCHMOOTZ (commissioned by the Canadian Music Theatre Project), JUDGE JACKIE JUSTICE(Pittsburgh CLO), DANI GIRL (Exit, Pursued by a Bear; licensed by Samuel French), GOLDEN GATE (Williamstown Theatre Festival), HOMEMADE FUSION (London's Ambassadors Theater, Edinburgh Fringe Festival) and JUNIOR CLAUS (Orlando Repertory Theatre; licensed by Dramatic Publishing).Romantics AnonymousAngélique makes beautiful chocolates, carefully infused with all the emotion that seems to overwhelm her in daily life. Jean-René runs a chocolate factory that is running out of steam, rather like his own existence. Both seek help from the usual sources: Jean-René favours self-help tapes and Angélique joins a support group, Les Émotifs Anonymes.Romantics Anonymous is an unusual and tender love story in which the obstacles to happiness are not the usual external barriers, but those sneaky little ones we know all too intimately: the ones within.

We speak with Dan Petrenko, the Artistic Director of Winnipeg Jewish Theatre and the director of the upcoming production of The Band's Visit, as well as with actor Anat Kriger.

Alexis Sakellaris is a triple citizen and grew up between Europe and the US, always singing, acting, dancing their way from place to place :)They are currently performing their original queer musical comedy show A STAN IS BORN! at various theatre festivals in the UK.Alexis just finished a US tour and a run at Soho Theatre London with comedian Matt Rogers, supporting his show “Have You Heard Of Christmas?” as a featured vocalist.Madison Cole (any pronouns) is a an award-winning theatre and film maker based in London. They have a dual B.A. in English and Theatre Studies from Yale University with concentrations in Playwriting and Directing, respectively. Recently, they directed the sold-out world premiere of Daughters of the Pirate Queen at the National Concert Hall of Ireland.​Recent directorial projects include A Stan is Born at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2024, as well as Edward II at the Camden Fringe Festival 2024, both of which received London transfers. She also directed her original play Inferna in its world premiere at Riverside Studios in January 2025, to sold-out audiences.​Assistant work includes Bronco Billy: The Musical at the Charing Cross Theatre, The Worst Witch at the Tower Theatre, and Sisters at the Jack Studio Theatre. They also recently worked as 1st AD to award-winning cinematographer Steven Fierberg on the film The Spirit Lock, scheduled to release in late 2024.

Blair Russell is a Tony nominated producer and developer of theatre and live performance whose experience ranges from fringe festivals to Broadway shows.​Credits include STILL (Off-Broadway); LIZARD BOY (Theatreworks Silicon Valley, Hope Mill Theatre, Edinburgh Fringe, Off-Broadway, Oregon Shakespeare Festival); POP OFF, MICHELANGELO! (Edinburgh Fringe, The Other Palace - London); For Tonight (Adelphi Theatre - London); DIVA: LIVE FROM HELL! (Edinburgh Fringe, Kings Head Theatre - London); SALEM (50k followers, Green Room 42 - New York); and SLAVE PLAY (Broadway - 12 Tony Noms, West End). Other projects include THE WIZ (Broadway/ NT 2024), Sweeney Todd (Immersive Off-Broadway 2017), and GYPSY with Imelda Staunton (West End 2014). On the board of The New Harmony Project, Goodspeed Musicals, and SPACE. VCU Graduate. ​Blair has been a guest speaker/artist at a number of institutions including the University of Maryland, University of North Carolina Greensboro, Walnut Hill School for the Performing Arts, and the York School in Monterey, CA. Blair has served as the Producer-in-Residence for the Johnny Mercer Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals for two years. He was also a visiting lecturer for the semester-long Atelier program at Princeton University where he collaborated with composer Georgia Stitt on her oratorio The Circling Universe. Blair has appeared as a guest on a number of podcasts (American Theatre Artists Online, A Star Is Bored, Backstage Talk, Broadway ReFocused), web series (Actors Unscripted, Awkward Conversations, Be Our Guest! - Live and In Color, Dreamland XR, In The (Home) Office - Goodspeed Musicals), and at global conferences (National Alliance for Musical Theater, Global XR Conference, Immerse Global Summit Series)Blair Russell Productions, LLC (BRP) goes beyond the confines of traditional theatrical production. Driven by a desire to put art first, we consistently create opportunities for emerging artists, aiming to broaden the scope of who gets to make theater and who gets to consume it. We focus on finding innovative financial frameworks, following non-traditional development paths, and harnessing the latest in technological advancements.Founded by Blair Russell in 2018, BRP's journey in the theatrical landscape has been marked by a commitment to challenging the status quo. With every production, we prioritize making theatre accessible, ensuring that each story resonates deeply and widely.Blair Russell Productions continues to relentlessly support artists who are reimagining the idea of contemporary theatre. Our mission is unwavering: to bring bold narratives to diverse audiences while showcasing the impact and potential of modern storytelling.

Caroline Sheen is a Welsh actress who has played leading roles on stage in the ⁠West End⁠ alongside TV and film appearances. She won a Helen Hayes award for playing the role of ⁠Mary Poppins⁠ on the National Tour of America.Talk Musicals to MeTalk Musicals to me is a new podcast which asks leading theatre industry figures the same 10 questions about the musicals which have shaped their lives and inspired their work. West End veteran Caroline Sheen is the host of the show and has a fair few theatre legends on speed dial to answer questions such as Which was the first Musical they ever saw/Which Musical would they make compulsory in schools/Which Musical have they seen the most? A celebration of how musicals can define careers and lives, Talk Musicals to me is your new “must-listen” theatre podcast!

What does a 31-year-old theatre kid do when he finds out his parents aren't quite who he thinks they are? Write a musical, of course! Our Little Secret: The 23andMe® Musical  is the hilarious, moving, and completely true story of Noam Tomaschoff's discovery that he wasn't an only child… he actually had more than 35 siblings around the world!With a deft blend of comedy, drama, and wide-ranging musical styles, Noam takes the audience on a roller coaster ride of emotions ending with a message of optimism that is sure to make you hold your family just a little bit tighter.

Dylan MarcAureleDylan MarcAurele is a writer and composer based in NYC. His work has been performed in New York, London, Boston, Las Vegas, LA, San Diego, Provincetown, and Edinburgh. A fan of reality television, Dylan created the 27-thousand-follower account @rhonymusical. He is a member of the Theatre Now NY Writers Lab and holds a B.A. in Music from Harvard University. He has a dog named Koopa. Deborah BerensonDeborah is a writer [lyrics, libretti, plays] and entertainer [singer, actor, cabaret artist, comedienne], sharing her work with audiences in London and New York.​Born and raised in London, England, she is blessed with dual nationality and a bi-continental personality. She also has lungs that won't quit.​Deborah's work has been performed in London, New York and Chicago. Her writing has been selected for the NY Fringe Festival's Encores series and shortlisted for the UK Musical Comedy Awards.​She is a proud member of the BMI Advanced Musical Theatre Writing Workshop, the BMI Librettist Workshop and Maestra.​Current projects include: Tea With G, It's The End of The World, Keeper and an original cabaret show.​Deborah appreciates cats, marzipan, hyacinths and cycling.Tea for GHot tea, dry wit and a firm hand.Etiquette "expert" G is here to teach you how to be a better person, and make a proper British brew. Her interactive class will have you steeping, serving and singing along in no time. You're welcome.A darkly comic musical. With biscuits.

Spotlight Musical ProductionsFor top-notch musical theatre, look no further.From our beginnings as the IBM Choir over fifty years ago, Spotlight Musical Productions showcases Toronto's most passionate local talent, from our cast to our creative team. At Spotlight, we're proud not only to deliver outstanding productions for our loyal audiences, but also to foster community through our shared love of musical theatre.