VINYL CAFE
THE MUSICAL
BASED ON THE VINYL CAFE STORIES BY Stuart
BY Colleen Dauncey
LYRICS BY Akiva Romer-Segal
BY
McLean
MUSIC
BOOK
Georgina Escobar WITH Jess Milton
JUL 5 - AUG 3, 2025 SUMMER SPECIAL
NOV 8 - DEC 7, 2025 MAINSTAGE
JAN 24 - FEB 15, 2026 MAINSTAGE
APR 4 - 26, 2026 MAINSTAGE
SEP 13 - OCT 5, 2025 MAINSTAGE
NOV 22 - DEC 24, 2025 HOLIDAY SPECIAL
FEB 14 - MAR 8, 2026 HIGHWIRE
MAY 2 - 24, 2026 MAINSTAGE
OCT 18 - NOV 9, 2025 HIGHWIRE
DEC 18 - 21, 2025 HOLIDAY SPECIAL
MAR 7 - APR 12, 2026 MAINSTAGE
2025 / 26 SEASON
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
D. Bruce Bentley, Chair
Solomon Rolingher, K.C., Past Chair
Tom Redl, Treasurer
Jeff Boadway, Secretary
Jennifer Addison, Ex Officio
Jacqueline Charlesworth, Wendy Dupree, Arliss Miller, Aroon Sequeira, Chris Sheard, Marshall Shoctor K.C., Sheila Witwicky, Ralph Young
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jennifer Addison, Chair
Gerard Merkosky, Vice Chair Roger Babichuk, Treasurer
Derrique DeGagné, Vicki Giles, Marcie Kiziak, Jennifer Kwan, Joy Lardner, Shannon Marchand, Joshua McIntosh, Ashton Raeyr, Constance Scarlett, Pamela Zrobek
HONORARY GOVERNORS
Marc de La Bruyère, Anne Foote
HONORARY DIRECTORS
Jack N. Agrios, Jane Batty, Ken Bautista, Joanne Berger, Christine Bishop, Dan Block, Guy Bridgeman, Frank Calder, Gary G. Campbell, Betty Carlson, Donald A. Carlson, Marilyn Cohen, Reg Copithorne, Len Dolgoy, Allison Edwards, Dennis Erker, John C. Forster, Frank Gibson, James Gillespie, Jane Halford, Brian Hetherington, Becky Hole, Mike House, Gary Killips, Richard Kirby, Stuart Lee, Beverlee Loat, Al Maurer, Ashif Mawji, Maureen McCaw, Lisa Miller, Susan Minsos, Terry Nistor, Bob Normand, Catrin Owen, Ted Power, Jerry Preston, Henry (Hank) Reid, Rob Reynolds, Charlotte Robb, Margot Ross-Graham, Barbara Shumsky, Peter Silverstone, Gaurav Singhmar, Larry Staples, Esther Starkman, Marianne Takach, Merle Taylor, The Hon. Dennis R. Thomas, Brian Tod, John Tweddle, Brian Vaasjo, The Hon. A.H. Wachowich, Bob Walker, Dr. Marvin Weisler, Eva Willox, David Wilson, Doris Wilson, John Yerxa IN MEMORIAM
David D. Bentley, Frederick K. Campbell, Maureen Decore, J.G. Greenough, Ada Hole, Ralph B. MacMillan, Sandy Mactaggart, James L. Martin, Jack McBain, Kayla Shoctor, Robert Westbury
DARYL CLORAN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
JESSIE VAN RIJN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SEASON AT A GLANCE
LEGALLY BLONDE
July 5 - August 3, 2025
LIFE OF PI
September 13 - October 5, 2025
BIG STUFF
October 18 - November 9, 2025
VINYL CAFE: THE MUSICAL
November 8 - December 7, 2025
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
November 22 - December 24, 2025
BEAR GREASE:
SHACK UP FOR THE WINTERHOLIDAY SPECIAL
December 18 - 21, 2025
DEATH OF A SALESMAN
January 24 - February 15, 2026
BURNING MOM
February 14 - March 8, 2026
THE WIZARD OF OZ
March 7 - April 12, 2026
CASEY & DIANA
April 4 - 26, 2026
CYRANO DE BERGERAC
May 2 - 24, 2026
WELCOME TO THE CITADEL
Welcome to the Vinyl Cafe!
“It is not said enough, so I’ll say it again: the world is a good place, full of good people, and when we act out of that, when we act out of hope, and optimism, and faith in our fellow human, we act out of our best selves, and we are capable of doing great things, and of contributing to the greater good.”
- Stuart McLean
Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Cafe has touched so many people’s lives. Whether you sat by the radio on Sunday afternoons, or headed to the theatre to see Stuart live, the adventures of Dave, Morley and their family, were a weekly ritual for countless Canadians. The hope, humour and humanity of Stuart’s stories and his vision for a community of kindness is still carried in so many of our hearts.
The Citadel is thrilled to bring Stuart’s memorable characters to life on our stage. What an incredible opportunity for audiences to finally get to meet Dave, Morley and their neighbours “in person.” We presented a workshop performance of the musical last year and were so excited to see how connected
Jessie & Daryl
audiences were to the story, often laughing before the joke was over because they knew what was coming next (You could almost hear Stuart’s voice saying, “Now, don’t get ahead of me…”) Whether you are a long time Vinyl Cafe fan, or someone coming to the stories for the first time, we are sure you are going to love this musical adaptation.
Developing new work takes a lot of time and a lot of creative people. So many people have contributed over the past few years to bring this show to the stage and we extend our thanks to all of them. We’d especially like to thank Jess Milton, Producer of the Vinyl Cafe radio show for being such a great partner on this adventure and such a great trove of Vinyl Cafe history. And thank you for joining us for this world premiere!
All the best for the holidays!
Daryl Cloran Jessie van Rijn Artistic Director Executive Director
At the Citadel Theatre, we believe in the power and importance of stories. We acknowledge the stories that have come before us since time immemorial - on this land just north of the river and under these skies and stars, on this stage, and in this building with you.
We live, work, and create in the place we share on Mother Earth. This area, Edmonton, is known to the Plains Cree as Amiskwaciwâskahikan – Beaver Hill House. It is the traditional and contemporary homeland for the Nehiyawak (Plains Cree) along with the Saulteaux (Plains Ojibwe), Stoney Nakoda, Haudenosaunee (Mohawk), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Inuit, Dene and Métis. We express deep gratitude for the knowledge that has long nurtured these lands.
Treaty No. 6 was created with the intention of fostering harmonious co-existence. The Citadel Theatre recognizes our role and responsibility in being an active participant in reconciliation. We commit to this work through the sharing of resources, ongoing training, the inclusion of Indigenous stories, histories, and experiences in our programming, and by fostering meaningful relationships with the community.
In the spirit of reciprocity and respect, we seek to uphold the original intent of the Treaty and strive to create a shared narrative that honors our responsibility to this land and to each other.
Based on the Vinyl Cafe Stories by STUART MCLEAN Music by COLLEEN DAUNCEY I Lyrics by AKIVA ROMER-SEGAL Book by GEORGINA ESCOBAR with JESS MILTON
Directed by DARYL CLORAN
CAST
Nick Boegel.......................................Adam Turlington, Hotel Host, Cashier, Postal Worker
Nadien Chu
Mary Turlington
Kristel Harder....................................Ensemble
Benjamin Hill
Sam
Kristin Johnston................................Gerta Lowbeer, Aunt Sue
Rain Matkin
Jameela McNeil
Stephanie
Polly Anderson, Hotel Staff
Andrés F. Moreno.............................Ensemble
Muhaddisah
Rashida, Hotel Staff
Mike Nadajewski..............................Dave
Damon Pitcher
Amir, Hotel Staff
Cooper Nash Rajotte........................Sam
Shaemus Swets................................Tommy
Leon Willey
Bert Turlington, Butch
Patricia Zentilli..................................Morley
Koko Tissue
SAM PERFORMER SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
Benjamin Hill: Nov 8, 11, 13, 15+, 16+, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26+, 27, 29+, 30+, Dec 3, 5, 6
Cooper Nash Rajotte: Nov 9, 12, 14, 15, 19+, 20, 22+, 23+, 26, 28, 29, 30, Dec 4, 6+, 7+
[ + Matinee ]
Vinyl Cafe: The Musical was commissioned by the Citadel Theatre in 2022/23.
UNDERSTUDIES
Kristel Harder......................................................................Morley, Polly Anderson/Hotel Staff, Gerta Lowbeer/Aunt Sue
Kristin Johnston Mary Turlington
Jameela McNeil.................................................................Rashida
Andrés F. Moreno...............................................................Tommy, Amir/Hotel Staff, Adam Turlington/Hotel Host/Cashier/ Postal Worker
Muhaddisah Stephanie
Damon Pitcher....................................................................Bert Turlington/Butch
Leon Willey Dave
CREATIVE TEAM
Colleen Dauncey Composer + Akiva Romer-Segal Lyricist + Georgina Escobar Bookwriter ^ Jess Milton Additional Book
Daryl Cloran Director
Ryan DeSouza
Music Director, Orchestrations, and Arrangements
Bill Bridges..........................................................................Orchestrations
Cory Sincennes..................................................................Set & Costume Designer *
Jareth Li...............................................................................Lighting Designer *
Emily Porter.........................................................................Sound Designer *
Gianna Vacirca...................................................................Choreographer
Luc Tellier.............................................................................Assistant Director
Ruth Alexander Associate Music Director
Even Gilchrist Associate Lighting Designer
Kristin Johnston Dance Captain
Madison Henry Stage Manager
Andraya Diogo Assistant Stage Manager
Grace Li Apprentice Stage Manager
Alyssa Short Children’s Supervisor
THANK YOUS
• Stephanie Urquhart • U of A Studio Theatre Wardrobe Department • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Wardrobe Department • Edmonton Opera Wardrobe Department • Ivan Siemans • Catalyst Theatre • Mary Sharp-James • Truly Carmichael - Turkey Creator • Beyata Hackborn
Thank you to the artists who have participated in the development of this project, including: Maya Baker, Rachel Bowron, Nadien Chu, Oscar Derkx, Evan Dowling, Sheldon Elter, Noori Gill, Kristin Johnston, Alison MacDonald, Rain Matkin, Jameela McNeil, Mike Nadajewski, Chirag Naik, Kristen Padayas, Damon Pitcher, Elena Porter, Garett Ross, Micah Ross, Luc Tellier, John Ullyatt, Aran Wilson-McAnally, Ashley Wright, Patricia Zentilli
Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. The Citadel engages, under the terms of the Canadian Theatre Agreement, professional artists who are members of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Production personnel for the Citadel Theatre are members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E)
* Indicated designers on this production are represented by the Associated Designers of Canada, IATSE Local ADC659.
+ Colleen Dauncey and Akiva Romer-Segal are represented by Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.MQlit.ca
^ Georgina Escobar is represented by Bonnie Davis, Literary Department, Bret Adams, Ltd.
WHERE IT ALL STARTED...
Welcome to the warm and wonderful world of the Vinyl Cafe. A world rooted in kindness, connection, and the laughter of recognition. This project started where most ideas start. It started with a “what if.” Or a series of what ifs:
What if we took Stuart McLean’s stories and turned them into a musical?
What if we never had to say goodbye to these characters so many people grew to love over the years?
What if we could breathe new life into them?
Once those questions took root, it was hard to stop asking more: What would they sound like? What would move them to song?
Soon, our questions became a conversation. Because it wasn’t just Stuart’s voice anymore, or ours. One voice – Stuart’s – had grown to three. Then we added composer Colleen Dauncey and lyricist Akiva Romer-Segal. Three became five. Then Georgina Escobar joined as bookwriter. Five became six. Our questions had become conversation.
And then the actors came in. The music director. The band. Suddenly, it wasn’t a conversation anymore, it was a song. And the song kept growing. Designers. Crew. Each new voice changed the sound, added texture, meaning, perspective, harmony. And when you have that many voices? Well, you’ve got a choir.
And that felt exactly right. Because the Vinyl Cafe has always been about connection, community, and celebrating all the things we share: the desire to find the perfect gift, the ache of being away from family at Christmas, the difficulty of defrosting a turkey with a hairdryer (you’ve done that too, right?).
Seeing these beloved characters step out of the radio and onto the stage has made us feel like we’re coming home for the holidays. We hope it feels that way to you, too.
Thank you for being here, and for adding your voice to the choir. It feels so good to be singing together again.
- Jess Milton & Daryl Cloran
STUDENTS CLUB
Young people are a vital part of the Citadel Theatre and we’re passionate about helping them find their creative voice. Students Club gives local junior and senior high school students an inside look at the world of professional theatre. It isn’t just about seeing shows – Students Club is about community, conversation, and celebrating live theatre in Edmonton.
Before select mainstage performances, students take part in an engaging and interactive session led by one of Edmonton’s talented theatre artists. Then, after the curtain falls, they stick around for a lively talkback with members of the cast and crew – diving into the stories behind the scenes and learning about what it really takes to bring a production to life.
The score for Vinyl Cafe: The Musical explores several musical genres and styles, giving lots of creative room for storytelling through dance and movement. Before seeing the show, Students Club participants will work with the Vinyl Cafe choreographer, Gianna Vacirca, to hear about her creative process and learn a few moves from the show!
Gianna is an actor, dancer, and choreographer. She is also an Italian pastaia and the creator of Bell’uovo, a bespoke naturally colourful handmade pasta business based here in Edmonton.
For more information on Students Club, or to become a part of the program, please contact: groupsales@citadeltheatre.com.
Students Club is presented by
VINYL CAFE: THE MUSICAL
3 MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM 1,061 – 1,350 SQ. FT. NO CONDO FEES
BASEMENT DEVELOPMENT OPTIONS
ARTS & CRAFTS ARCHITECTURE
PRAIRIE MODERN ARCHITECTURE
ATTACHED GARAGES
FEATURING JAYMAN BUILT’S CORE PERFORMANCE ENERGY EFFICIENT INCLUSIONS, SOLAR PANELS & SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
SHOWHOME HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 2:00PM - 8:00PM Friday: Closed Weekends & Holidays: 12:00PM - 5:00PM
SONGS/MUSICIANS
ACT ONE
1. At The Vinyl Cafe Dave
2. A Very Mary Christmas Mary and Company
3. I Am A Train Morley
4. The Beast Inside Sam
5. Scare Me Away Stephanie and Tommy
6. Couldn’t Care Less Dave and Mary
7. You Really Shouldn’t Have Company
8. Stay in this Moment Company
ACT TWO
9. Cold Turkey Dave and Butch
10. Along Comes Life Morley
11. At Your Service Hotel Staff
12. Scare Me Away (Reprise) Tommy
BAND
13. Cold Turkey (Reprise) Dave
14. Hot In Here Company
15. Finale Company
Ryan DeSouza.......................................................Music Director / Keyboard 1
(Nov 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 performances only)
Ruth Alexander.....................................................Associate Music Director / Keyboard 1
Aretha Tillotson....................................................Bass
Ian Woodman.......................................................Cello
Sandro Dominelli..................................................Drums
Morgan Hanna......................................................Guitar
Jim Cockell............................................................Violin
Jim Cockell............................................................Contractor
VINYL CAFE:
STUART MCLEAN
Stuart McLean (1948-2017) was a celebrated Canadian broadcaster, author, and storyteller, best known as the author and host of CBC Radio’s beloved Vinyl Cafe. For more than 20 years, McLean entertained millions of listeners with his humorous and heartwarming stories about Dave, Morley, and their unforgettable adventures, capturing the quirks and charms of everyday Canadian life.
A talented writer and performer, McLean published ten Vinyl Cafe books, all of them Canadian bestsellers. His storytelling blended gentle humour, keen observation, and profound empathy, earning him multiple awards and a special place in the hearts of Canadians.
Beyond radio, McLean toured across Canada with live shows that combined stories and music, bringing his warm, engaging style directly to audiences and celebrating the ordinary moments that make life extraordinary.
Photo credit: Scott Blackbrun
NICK BOEGEL
Citadel: Debut.
I Adam Turlington, Hotel Host, Cashier, Postal Worker
Other Theatre: The Full Monty (Drayton Entertainment); Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (YPT); Outheis (Talk is Free Theatre); Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Mirvish Productions).
Film & TV: Ginny and Georgia (Netflix); Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy (Universal); Hell Motel (Shaftesbury Films); Gen V (Amazon).
Other: This is Nick’s first time in Western Canada, and he’s grateful to be marking this debut in such good company. Insta: @nickboegel
NADIEN CHU I Mary Turlington
Citadel: The Three Musketeers, Pride and Prejudice, Network, Jane Eyre, The Garneau Block, August Osage County, Alice Through the Looking Glass, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Tempest, The Penelopiad, Little Women.
Other Theatre: As You Like It (Theatre Calgary, The Grand); The Tempest, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, Titus Andronicus, A Winter’s Tale (FreeWill Shakespeare Festival).
Other: Special thanks to Daryl Cloran and the entire Vinyl Cafe Creative Team, KS, LC, FC and Jempa.
KRISTEL HARDER I Ensemble
Understudy: Morley, Polly Anderson/Hotel Staff, Gerta Lowbeer/Aunt Sue
Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical.
Other Theatre: The Little Mermaid, The Fiancée, Miracle on 34th Street (Persephone Theatre); Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet (Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan); I Have No Idea (Live Five Theatre); Spring Awakening (Ppl R Ppl); Baba’s Magic Mitten (Dancing Sky Theatre).
Film & TV: SIN3056843
Other: Kristel is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ and Mad/Crip communities.
BIOS
BENJAMIN HILL I Sam
Citadel: The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol, Disney’s Frozen Jr. (Foote Theatre School).
Other Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (ELOPE); And I’m Home (Edmonton Pops Orchestra).
Other: Ben is thrilled to play Sam! He’s so thankful to The Citadel for helping him grow in confidence, make great friends, and discover how much fun it is to bring stories to life. He feels very lucky to be part of such a supportive and talented team and is incredibly grateful for everything he’s learning along the way.
KRISTIN JOHNSTON
I Gerta Lowbeer, Aunt Sue, Dance Captain
Understudy: Mary Turlington
Citadel: A Christmas Carol, 9 to 5: The Musical, Sense and Sensibility.
Other Theatre: The Odd Couple, Pith!, Deathtrap (Teatro Live!); MOB (WWPT); Helen (Trunk Theatre); Enough, We Had A Girl Before You, Baroness Bianka’s Bloodsongs, Origin of the Species (Northern Light Theatre).
Other: Kristin is delighted to be back for another holiday season with such an amazing team.
RAIN MATKIN I Stephanie
Citadel: Vinyl Cafe (Development Workshop), Double Bubble.
Other Theatre: Radiant Vermin (Northern Light Theatre); The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Die Harsh (Grindstone Theatre); Sunday in the Park with George, Legally Blonde, London Road (MacEwan University); Romeo & Juliet’s Notebook (Spotlight Cabaret); Victor & Victoria’s Terrifying Tale of Terrible Things (Thought Train Theatre).
Other: Citadel mainstage debut! Rain is a proud graduate of MacEwan’s Music Theatre Performance BFA program. Love to Mom, Dad & Evan.
JAMEELA MCNEIL
Understudy: Rashida
I
Polly Anderson, Hotel Staff
Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Royale, The Color Purple, As You Like It, Legally Blonde.
Other Theatre: Much Ado About Nothing, Wedding Band, Les Belles Soeurs (Stratford); The Fiancée (Persephone); Heaven (Lunchbox); Sister Act, All Shook Up, Soul Sistas (Mayfield).
Other: Jameela is a MacEwan Theatre Arts Alumnus, Sterling Award and Mary Savidge Guthrie Award recipient. She is a writer and producer. Thank you to my loved ones for your endless support. @jameela_jade
ANDRÉS F. MORENO I Ensemble
Understudy: Tommy, Amir/Hotel Staff, Adam Turlington/Hotel Host/Cashier/ Postal Worker
Citadel: A Streetcar Named Desire, It Takes Two: Dynamic Duets, Cyrano de Bergerac (Collider).
Other Theatre: Director: Ecos (Diaspora Diaries); Like Orpheus (Theatre Outré); Fibonacci Sequence (Azimuth Theatre). Actor: 333 (Theatre Outré); The BornAgain Crow (Gwaandak Theatre); Hamlet in Isolation (Thou Art Here); Working It Out (Work Plays). Upcoming: Footloose (Mayfield Dinner Theatre)
Other: Andrés is a Colombian-born artist, thankful to work in Treaty 6 and 7. Special thanks to my family, and chosen family, los amo. Instagram: @ Andres._.FM
MUHADDISAH I Rashida, Hotel Staff
Understudy: Stephanie
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: Trident Moon (Crow’s/NAC); The Tempest: A Witch in Algiers (Shakespeare in the Ruff); The Spanish Tragedy (Shakespeare Bash’d); Waterfall (Theatre Gargantua); Alice in Wonderland (Guild Festival Theatre); Oresteia (Theatre Erindale), and more.
Film & TV: Dream Job (Tubi).
Other: Thank you, foremost, to Carolyn Lykkemark, my first voice teacher and friend of a decade. We made it! And to Damian: life with you is a permanent Holiday. @readings_with_m
MIKE NADAJEWSKI I Dave
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: Nine seasons with the Shaw Festival, including Tons of Money, Gnit, Damn Yankees, Charley’s Aunt, The Russian Play. Eight seasons with the Stratford Festival, including The Chamber Dream, Hamlet, Jacques Brel, Jesus Christ Superstar (also on Broadway). Into the Woods (RCM & TIFT New Zealand); La Bête (TIFT Toronto & Barrie); Outside Mullingar, Cabaret (RMTC); Peter and the Starcatcher (WCT).
Film & TV: Murdoch Mysteries (CBC); Private Eyes (GLOBAL); The Understudy, Northern Tracks (STRATFEST@HOME).
DAMON PITCHER I Amir, Hotel Staff
Understudy: Bert Turlington/Butch
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: Krampus: A New Musical (Straight Edge Theatre, Workshop West Playwright’s Theatre); Assassins (Uniform Theatre); Ride the Cyclone, Spring Awakening (Strathcona Alumni Theatre Company); Christmas Around the World (Vinok Worldance).
Other: Huge special thanks to my family for always being supportive of my creative endeavours.
COOPER NASH RAJOTTE I Sam
Citadel: The Sound of Music; The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition, Frozen JR. (Foote Theatre School Teen Performance Lab); Upcoming: The Wizard of Oz.
Other Theatre: Alice in Wonderland, Beauty & the Beast, Elf the Musical, Seussical JR. (SACT).
Film & TV: Billy the Kid (Epix/Paramount). Voiceover: Tobot (Tooniverse).
Other: Cooper has won numerous awards for his vocal talents during the 2024/25 Provincial Festivals. Thank you to my parents (& dogs!) for their never-ending support! @coop_nash
SHAEMUS SWETS I Tommy
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: After The Rain (National Arts Centre/Tarragon / Musical Stage Co); UnCovered: U2 and The Rolling Stones, The Canadian Festival of New Musicals (Musical Stage Co); Million Dollar Quartet (Tweed & Co); Lottie and the Deep Blue Sea (PRISM Fest NYC); Jesus Christ Superstar, Turn The Page, An Incomplete List… (Theatre Sheridan).
Other: Hello! Thank you for having me here in Edmonton. I send infinite thanks to my dear ones who make my life as an actor possible (and very very fun). @_shaemus
BIOS
LEON
WILLEY I Bert Turlington, Butch
Understudy: Dave
Citadel: Network, Mamma Mia!.
Other Theatre: Globe Theatre, Manitoba Theatre Centre, Grand Theatre, Theatre Aquarius, Persephone Theatre, Arts Club Theatre, Mayfield Theatre.
Film & TV: One Perfect Date, Corner Gas.
Other: I feel very grateful to have a career in theatre and film, working across Canada for 30 years. I love being part of the Edmonton community. Special thank you to Alison and my daughter Sawyer. I hope you all enjoy the show!
Vinyl Cafe!
PATRICIA ZENTILLI I Morley
Citadel: Legally Blonde, Christmas Carol, 9-5, Mamma Mia!, Almost A Full Moon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Alice Through the Looking Glass.
Other Theatre: The Pink Unicorn (NLT); Billy Elliott, Rabbit Hole, Hamlet, What the Butler Saw, Of Mice and Men, Grease, (Neptune Theatre); Little Shop of Horrors, Urinetown (Canadian Stage); Closer Than Ever, Spelling Bee (WCT).
Film & TV: See IMDB.
Other: Big love to my daughter, Melody.
KOKO I Tissue
Citadel: Legally Blonde, The Garneau Block.
Other: Koko is a long coat chihuahua who loves dog sports and competes at an advanced level of agility. He’s a bit of a class clown and gets super excited for the ear rubs after his performances. He was the understudy for The Garneau Block (2021) and played Bruiser in Legally Blonde (2025). During his off time, Koko likes to hang out by the fence and wait for dogs that he can ignore.
BIOS
COLLEEN DAUNCEY I Composer
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: GROW (Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre); The Louder We Get (Theatre Calgary, Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre, The Other Palace); Going Under & Bremen Rock City (Bravo Academy, Yellow Door Theatre).
Other: Colleen is also a recording artist and performer whose original music is available on all streaming platforms. She hosts her own music livestream twice weekly on Twitch, where she has built a loyal global fanbase. Discover more at www.colleendauncey.com
AKIVA ROMER-SEGAL I Lyricist
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: GROW (Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre); The Louder We Get (Theatre Calgary, Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre, The Other Palace); Going Under, Bremen Rock City (Bravo Academy, Yellow Door Theatre), April Fools (translation and adaptation - Segal Centre).
Other: Visit www.colleenandakiva.com for music and more.
GEORGINA ESCOBAR I Bookwriter
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: Then They Forgot About the Rest, DESAPARECIDAS, Little Duende (Off-Broadway).
Film & TV: MONAH.
Other: Georgina is a Mexican playwright and librettist from Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua. A 2019 Kilroys List honoree and Climate Change Theatre Action playwright, she’s been recognized by Variety, the O’Neill, and the Kennedy Center. Her work has been produced internationally in the US, UK, Sweden, Denmark and Italy. Upcoming: Frida, the Frida Kahlo musical directed by Diane Paulus. Georginaescobar.com
JESS MILTON I Additional Book
Jess was the long-time producer of The Vinyl Cafe, overseeing all aspects of the weekly radio broadcast, podcast and extensive touring show across North America. In the past 15 years, Jess has produced radio shows, developed written, recorded and produced podcasts and produced over 1,000 live concerts in every province and territory in Canada. She hosts the popular podcast Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe and is Executive Director of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards.
DARYL CLORAN I Director
Citadel: A Streetcar Named Desire, Three Musketeers, Christmas Carol, Jane Eyre, Made in Italy, The Fiancée, Network, Shakespeare in Love, Almost A Full Moon, Matilda, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical.
Other Theatre: Sense & Sensibility (Stratford Festival); As You Like It (Citadel; Bard on the Beach, Vancouver; Chicago Shakespeare; The Shakespeare Company, Washington DC; Milwaukee Rep; Theatre Calgary; Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre; Grand Theatre, London).
Other: Daryl has been the Artistic Director of the Citadel since 2016.
BIOS
RYAN DESOUZA
I Music Director, Orchestrations and Arrangements
Citadel: Music Director, Arranger, Co-Orchestrator: Almost A Full Moon. Other Theatre: Associate Music Director (Shaw Festival, 25 Seasons). Worked across the country at theatres including Crows Theatre (Dora Award for Music Direction for Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812), Stratford Festival, Mirvish Productions, Theatre Calgary, Grand Theatre and Theatre New Brunswick. Performed with recording artists including Jennifer Hudson, Andrea Bocelli and The Tenors.
Other: Special thanks to my wife Kerrie and kids Ella, Sienna and Micah for making this journey possible!!!
BILL BRIDGES I
Orchestrations
Citadel: Almost a Full Moon.
Other Theatre: Bill Bridges has been involved in musical theatre for many years. Film & TV: Bill is a regular on the weekly TV series Your All Time Classic Hit Parade. Other: Bill also has written for, recorded with or performed with artists such as John McDermott, Bowfire, George Gao, Quartetto Gelato, Lena Horne, the Shaw Festival, the National Art Centre Orchestra, and was featured Guest artist for several symphony orchestras. He played on Ron Korb’s Grammy winning Asia Beauty. In 2024 he was awarded the Toronto Musician’s Association lifetime achievement award. He intends to make music until he is very, very old.
CORY SINCENNES I Set and Costume Designer
Citadel: Three Musketeers, Matilda, Shakespeare in Love, Mary Poppins, Crazy for You, Romeo and Juliet, Spamalot, Million Dollar Quartet, Ring of Fire, Rocky Horror Show, Made in Italy, Disney’s Frozen.
Other Theatre: Prince Caspian, Gypsy, Damn Yankees (Shaw Festival); Anne of Green Gables, Mamma Mia! (Charlottetown Festival); Billy Elliot, Secret Garden (Theatre Calgary).
Film & TV: A Christmas Carol (CBC/Family Channel).
Other: www.corysincennes.com, ADC659
JARETH LI I Lighting Designer
Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Frozen, Jersey Boys, Ring of Fire. Other Theatre: Sense and Sensibility, Every Little Nookie (Stratford); The Orphan of Chao, Prince Caspian (SHAW FESTIVAL); Top Dog/Underdog (Canadian Stage); A Christmas Story, Pollyanna, The Hours That Remain (Theatre Aquarius); The Fixing Girl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Risky Phil (YPT); The Last Timbit (Gut Creative).
Other: Instructor at York University. Online @ Jareth.Li
EMILY PORTER I Sound Designer
Citadel: The Sound of Music, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical. Other Theatre: Canadian sound designs have been with Globe Theatre, Luminato, Asha Productions, Grand Theatre, Rainbow Stage, Thousand Islands Playhouse, Neptune Theatre, Harold Green Jewish Theatre, Young People’s Theatre, Theatre Passe Muraille, Canadian Stage, Theatre20, Shaw Festival, Stratford Festival, Canadian Opera Company.
Other: Emily is a member of ADC and teaches University theatrical sound design and technology. I would like to thank my family for their continued support.
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GIANNA VACIRCA I Choreographer
Citadel: Little Shop of Horrors, A Christmas Carol, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical.
Other Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors (The Arts Club); Éphémère (Firefly Theatre and Circus); I Don’t Even Miss You (Tiny Bear Jaws); Shakespeare’s Will (Thou Art Here).
Other: Gianna is an actor, dancer, and choreographer. She is also an Italian pastaia and the creator of Bell’uovo, a bespoke naturally colourful handmade pasta business based here in Edmonton. Love to Oscar, Remy, and the kittens.
LUC TELLIER I Assistant Director
Citadel: Acting: Midsummer (Puck), Almost A Full Moon, Candidate/Party, Shakespeare In Love, Christmas Carol, Arcadia, Sound of Music.
Other Theatre: Directing: Bright Lights, Legoland, Never Swim Alone (Blarney Productions, Sterling Award nominations x3). Acting: Over 40 local acting credits. Other: Luc is a Queer theatre artist from Jackfish Lake, AB and the Director of Education & Outreach at the Citadel since 2021. He received the Queen’s Medal in 2023 for his contributions to the arts in Alberta. Up next: Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. Big thanks to Daryl.
RUTH ALEXANDER I Associate Musical Director
Citadel: Actor: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, Once, A Christmas Carol. Musical Director: Little Shop of Horrors, She Loves You, Uptown Girls.
Other Theatre: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Grindstone Theatre); The Pillowman (Theatre Yes); Les Misérables (U.K. Tour); and a recurring role in Coronation Street. Musical Director: The Invisible, Nevermore (Catalyst Theatre). Other: Ruth is originally from Scotland. Her career spans four decades in theatre and television. She is the co-artistic producer of “Theatre Yes”.
EVEN GILCHRIST I Associate Lighting Designer
Citadel: Jersey Boys, The Sound of Music.
Other Theatre: The Master Plan (Globe Theatre); Lucky Charm (Defiance Theatre); I Don’t Even Miss You (Tiny Bear Jaws); Ecos (Diaspora Diaries Collective); Brick Shithouse (fenceless theatre); Re:Construct (Donkey Dog Theatre).
Other: Even is a queer and trans scenic designer and theatre creator based on Treaty 6 territory (Edmonton). For more information, you can visit his website: evengilchristdesign.com
MADISON HENRY I Stage Manager
Citadel: Little Women, The Ballad of Johnny and June, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Three Musketeers, The Sound of Music, The Importance of Being Earnest, Network.
Other Theatre: Hey Viola! (Charlottetown Festival); The New Canadian Curling Club, The Buddy Holly Story (Thousand Islands Playhouse); seven seasons at Western Canada Theatre.
Other: Stuart and his stories mean so much to so many; being a part of telling them is incredibly special. Endless thanks to Daryl, the entire VC team, and Christine, Andraya & Grace.
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ANDRAYA DIOGO I Assistant Stage Manager
Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical; A Christmas Carol; String, Is My Microphone On? (Citadel Young Company).
Other Theatre: Moonshine (Mavka Theatre); Lucky Charm (Defiance Theatre); Brick Shithouse (fenceless theatre); The Hooves Belonged to the Deer (In Arms Theatre); Re:Construct (Common Ground Arts).
Other: Andraya is a stage designer/manager from amiskwaciwâskahikan, and has been the Citadel Young Production Company Facilitator since 2024. More info: andrayadiogo.ca. Lots of love to Mom, Tiago + Jay. Many thanks to Maddy, Christine & Grace!
GRACE LI I Apprentice Stage Manager
Citadel: Debut.
Other Theatre: Actor: A Party to Murder, King of the Yees, Shakespeare in Love (Walterdale Theatre). Stage Manager: Spin Cycle (Typecast Anonymous & Prairie Strange Productions), Train One to Coal Valley (Prairie Strange Productions).
Other: Grace is an overly caffeinated human who writes with her two Halloweencoded cats. Endless thanks to Maddy and Andraya!
ALYSSA SHORT I Child Supervisor
Citadel: Debut.
Other: Alyssa is an emerging playwright and arts administrator. She has previously worked with young performers as Assistant Administrative Director for Theatre Alberta’s Artstrek and as a High School Mentor for Nextfest.
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PREMIER SUPPORTERS
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS IN THE CREATION OF THEATRE AT THE CITADEL:
THE HOLE FAMILY • THE ELDON AND ANNE FOOTE FUND
MACLAB DEVELOPMENT GROUP • THE JOHN AND BARBARA POOLE FAMILY FUND
THE JOSEPH H. SHOCTOR FUND
DR. JOSEPH H. SHOCTOR, 1922-2001
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AND FOUNDER OF THE CITADEL THEATRE
JOE’S VISION brought professional theatre to Edmonton
JOE’S DREAM built the Citadel Theatre
HENRY HOLE, 1884-1954
JOE’S SPIRIT continues to inspire the theatre we create today
JOE’S LEGACY lives on through a generous gift to the Citadel from his estate
On the Citadel’s 30th Anniversary, a gift was made by the Company of Harry Hole, James F. Hole, Ralph K. Hole and Robert W. Hole on behalf of the Hole family — in honour of their late father, Henry Hole. The Citadel Theatre is proud to honour Henry Hole’s integrity, compassion and leadership in the dedication of this complex to his memory.
RECOGNIZING OUR PARTNERS
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The Wizard of Oz
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THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS
THANK YOU! WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT THANKS to all our donors, whose generosity plays a crucial role in ensuring our community has the opportunity to experience performing arts. Our donors have a profound and lasting impact on the quality, accessibility, and relevance of the Citadel’s productions, facility, and educational offerings.
STEWARD
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Gifts of $500-$999
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Gifts of $100-$499
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THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS
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Fern Snart
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Susan Wright
Keith Wylie
Randall & Nancy Yatscoff Charitable Fund
Linda M Youell
Mary Anne Yurkiw
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VINYL
THE CITADEL TEAM
VOLUNTEERS
Hermione Ainsworth
Hasra Ali
Thea Avis
Judith Babcock
Luis Ballester
Karen Balon
Karin Banasch Vail
Shirley Bellrose
Coby Benoit
Shelley Benson
Bernie Bolton
Alan Burkin
Margot Byer
Patrick Caron
Dee Cartledge
Rob Cauti
Carmelle Cooper
Jack Diacon
Jo Farley
Lil Filewych
Bonita Gillespie
Aure Gower
Noel Gray
Betty Grudnizki
Julie Harvey
Jeff Haswell
Rosemarie Heaney
Brad Heller
Diane Helmers
Atari Hinbest
Doug Hunter
Joan Johnston
Jodi Jones
Craig Jones
Joanne Kallal
Hanae Kiyooka
Robin Knight
Arndt Kuethe
Janice Kuethe
Wendy Kurtz
Susan Lauridson
Sylvia Lee
Aliciela Lewis
Chris Lewis
Lindsay Liddle
Jim Linnen
Ross Machetchuk
Bob Matfin
Donna McKay
Linda McMurdo
Karen Miller
Janice Minamide
Joan Murchie
Andrea Newman
Linda Orlecki
William Parker
Doug Racine
Leila Ragoonanan
Joan Redman
Barbara Reinhardt
Lori Ristoff
Cheryl Ritchie
Sukhjit Saimbhee
Mariia Samofalova
Susan Schroter
Angela Seery
Theresa Shea
James Smibert
Linda Smibert
Victoria Spang
Cinnamon Stacey
Deb Stack
Diane Trithardt
Christine Tupper
Lacey Untereiner
Brenda Voyce
Shelley Warden
Lisa Welshman
Talia West
Eric Westerberg
Liz White-MacDonald
Bonnie Connelly Wilson
Vanessa Wilson
Catherine Wirt
Dave Wolkowski
Yuru Yan
STAFF LEADERSHIP
Daryl Cloran
Artistic Director
Jessie van Rijn
Executive Director
ARTISTIC
Bridget Norris-Jones
Producer
Mieko Ouchi
Associate Artistic Director
Luc Tellier
Director of Education & Outreach
Peni Christopher
Company Manager
Wayne Paquette
Artistic Coordinator
Diana Stevenson Foote Theatre
School Manager
Jenna Greig
Access Coordinator
Ellen Chorley
Students Club Facilitator
ADMINISTRATION
Henry Choy
Director of Finance
Bettyanna Huggins
Payroll Administrator
Amy Yao
Staff Accountant
Adrienne Kendel-Dirk
Accounts Payable Specialist
Kayla van Sterren
HR Manager
Mackenzie Altheim
HR Administrator
Ben Osgood
Business Systems Manager
Trinity Locke Administrative Coordinator
MARKETING AND SALES
Amelia Sigamony Director of
Marketing & Sales
Kris Hiemstra
Creative Director
Susanne Chmait
Media & Communications Manager
Yvonne Nguyen
Social Media & Marketing Outreach Coordinator
Rebecca Harding
Digital Web Designer
Arthur Mah
Videographer
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Benjamin Oostenbrink Director of Community Engagement
Chantelle Behrens
Philanthropic Giving Manager
Alana Davis
Corporate Partnerships Manager
Alexander Voutchkov
Community Engagement Coordinator
GUEST SERVICES
Eden Edwards Guest Services Manager
Brittany Hinse
Assistant Guest
Services Manager
Kevin Cambridge
Group Sales Coordinator
SUPERVISORS
Colin Bluekens
Robyn Clark
Kylie Dobransky
Alex Reyes
REPRESENTATIVES
Garin Alfaro
Sam Free
Josephine Hendrick
Sean Herbert
Ash Hicks
Moses Kouyaté
Melanie Letourneau
Abby McDougall
Kit Rempel
Emily Thorne
Brijesh Nagarathinam
Katie Yoner
HOSPITALITY
Hayden Weir Director of Hospitality
Melissa Budinski
Front of House Manager
Courtney Hetherington
Bar Manager
Sam Kennedy
Events Manager
Susan Urlacher
Events Coordinator
Bri Dakin-Doyle
Events Coordinator
FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISORS
Adriana Burns
Amanda Komarniski
Emily Lizotte
Rose Miller
Maia Trotter
Elaine Vo
Kate Walker
CAPTAINS
Anneliese Jansen-Kris
Payal Jotania
Elyse Roszell
Jessica Ussher
Vanessa Wilson
BARTENDERS
Melanie Blake
Kenzie Brake
Colton Cameron
Matt Herbut
Sarina Iles
Raph Jahnert
Christian Krushel
Bailey Mitchell
Graham Mothersill
Priya Narine
Macy Pollock
Madison Pysyk
Kamryn Reynolds
Kera Stevenson
Mason Verge
Madison Wagner
Faith Whitehouse
THE CITADEL TEAM
FOOTE THEATRE SCHOOL
PROGRAM ASSISTANTS
Ben Healey
Emily Thorne
INSTRUCTORS
Billy Brown
Cathy Derkach
Andraya Diogo
Steven Greenfield
Crystal Hanson
Ainsley Hillyard
Binu Kapadia
Sydney Keenan
Josh Languedoc
Rochelle Laplante
Richard Lee
Emily Lizotte
Rain Matkin-Szilagyi
Hannah Mehling
Gordon Ogilvie
Larissa Poho
Jasper Poole
Jaimi Reese
Michelle Robb
Pamela Schmunk
Malachi Short
Linette Smith
Eileen Sproule
Julie Sucie
Nathaniel Tesfaye
Emily Thorne
Katie Tilbury
Kim Turner
Rory Turner
Miriam Veugelers
Natalie Witte
YOUNG COMPANY
Mel Bahniuk
Program Coordinator
Andraya Diogo
Young Production
Company Facilitator
INSTRUCTORS
April Banigan
Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks
Cameron Kneteman
Richard Lee
PRODUCTION
Michael Erwin
Director of Production
Patrick Fraser
Technical Director
Ian Kelly
Technical Director
Michelle Chan
Production Manager
Autumn Russell
Assistant Technical Director
Jenna Kerekes
Production Administration
Misha Hlebnicov
Head of Audio
Mitch Labrosse
Assistant Head of
Audio / A3
Nicole O’Brien
Audio A2
Russell Ault
Audio A3
Tiff Martineau
Head of Electrics
Emma Nokes
Assistant Head of Electrics
Chris Hayes
Head of Scenic
Carpentry
Peter Locock
Assistant Head of Scenic Carpentry
Garret DeRede
Scenic/Stage
Carpenter
Jeff Burwash
Scenic Carpenter
Kai Gilmour
Scenic Carpenter
Andrée Simard
Head of
Scenic Paint
Megan Paliwoda
Assistant Head of Scenic Paint
Patrick Amyotte
Scenic Paint
Sarah Karpyshin
Head of Props
Angie Sotiropoulos
Assistant Head of Props
Connor MacDonald
Props Builder
Tammy Komant
Props Builder
Marc Anderson
Head of Stage Carpentry
Serge Menard
Assistant Head of
Stage Carpentry
Alana Rice
Stage Carpenter
Olivia Derksen
Head of Wardrobe
Running
Janessa Barron
Assistant Head of Wardrobe Running
Jessica Haight
Wardrobe Dresser
Jasper Poole
Wardrobe Maintenance
Patsy Thomas
Head of Wardrobe
Laura Lee Osborne
Assistant Head of Wardrobe
Judith Darough
Wardrobe Cutter
Emily Woodman
Wardrobe Cutter
Barb Becker
Fabricator
Hongning Ke Stitcher
Kelsey McCammon
Stitcher
Brian Bast
Wardrobe
Katie Patton Head of Wigs
Stephanie Ryder
Assistant Head of Wigs
Gaylynne Fell
Wigs Builder / Running
FACILITIES
Bill Daniels
Facilities Director
Yang Yang Maintenance Manager
JANITORIAL
Bee Clean Services
SECURITY
Alberta Crowd Management
ACCESSIBILITY AT THE CITADEL
The Citadel Theatre is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for artists, audience members, and staff. Thank you to the Stollery Charitable Foundation for funding our 2025/26 Accessible Performances Series including:
Relaxed Experiences
Sensory Informed Performances
American Sign Language and Deaf Theatre Interpreted Performances
Open Captioned Performances
Closed Captioned Performances
Touch Tours
Audio Described Performances
*Please note that while we do not plan to change any services or performance dates listed below, occasionally unexpected circumstances may arise. To ensure you have the most accurate and up-to-date information, we encourage you to check www.citadeltheatre.com
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 1:30pm Vinyl Cafe: The Musical
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 1:30pm A Christmas Carol
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:30pm Death of a Salesman
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 1:30pm Burning Mom
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:30pm The Wizard of Oz
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1:30pm The Wizard of Oz
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:30pm Casey and Diana
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 1:30pm Cyrano de Bergerac
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 1:30pm Cyrano de Bergerac
We wish to ensure all patrons have a safe and welcoming visit to the Citadel Theatre. If you have any questions about the building, potential barriers, or how we can help meet your individual needs, please contact our Access Coordinator, Jenna Greig, jgreig@citadeltheatre.com or refer to our Accessibility page on our website: www.citadeltheatre.com/accessibility/
Photo: Carly Neis and her service animal, Gilmore, in the Lee Pavilion
