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HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT

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Great theatre lives here.

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WELCOME

1998 was an historic year for London, Ontario. The city faced a catastrophic ice storm, the Thames Valley District School Board came into being, the Tragically Hip played a surprise performance at Centennial Hall, and the Grand Theatre’s renowned High School Project was born.

We often get asked how this program started. And the answer is you, London.

25 years ago, a dedicated London school teacher came forward with a simple ask: how can I get my students more engaged with the arts and with the Grand? Busy already working on the 1997/98 Season, Artistic Director Michael Shamata could have easily overlooked the question. But, in this Theatre’s typical style, we went big (GRAND, you might even say) and programmed a fully professional show to wrap up that very season – starring and created by local high school students.

Somehow, over the course of one season, in less than 9 months, the very first High School Project was selected, created, funded, and staged. And, against many odds, on May 7, 1998 West Side Story snapped its way on to the Spriet Stage, dazzling audiences and creating a lasting legacy in this city.

I don’t think anyone could have predicted the success of this program, as well as the wide range of talent that got their start on our stages. Artists, who have quickly made their mark on Canada’s theatre landscape, like: Grand Theatre Head Scenic Carpenter, Craig Pearson; versatile actor, Olivia SinclairBrisbane; and visual artist and performer, Mark Uhre – who will soon to star as Willy Wonka in our 2023 holiday production: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Clearly, there is something special about this program.

On behalf of all of us at the Grand Theatre, thank you for joining us for our 25th Anniversary High School Project: The Phantom of the Opera! But, more than that, thank you for supporting and encouraging these incredible young people. It is only because of your support, and that of our sponsors, that this program remains possible - impacting the lives of countless young people who have all found a place they belong, and a form of creative development and expression that is so needed - right now.

Speaking of which, it appears the chandelier is now lit and the show is to begin. We hope you enjoy the music of the night and that we see you again to enjoy our Season of Pure Imagination!

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LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Welcome to the Grand Theatre. The Grand Theatre acknowledges that we are located on the traditional lands of the Attawandaron (also known as Neutral) peoples and territories associated with various treaties of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, and Lunaapewak. The Attawandaron peoples once settled this region alongside the Algonquin and Haudenosaunee peoples and used this land as their traditional beaver hunting grounds.

In London, our treaties include the 1796 London Township Treaty and the 1822 Longwoods Treaty. The London Township Treaty was a regional treaty signed by diplomats representing all parties living on the land, which today we know as Southwestern Ontario. The Longwoods Treaty was signed by representatives of the Crown and the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation and covers approximately 580,000 acres in the area.

Locally, there are three First Nations Communities. They are the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, the Oneida Nation of the Thames, and the Munsee Delaware Nation. We would also like to recognize the growing Indigenous urban population, comprised of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people.

We value the significant historical and contemporary contributions of local and regional First Nations, and all of the Original Peoples of Turtle Island (also known as North America), and acknowledge the traditional lands upon which we live, work, and tell stories together.

the installation of feathers in our lobby represents the lives lost in canada’s residential school system. photo by dahlia katz.

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Spriet Stage, SEPTember 19 TO OCTOBER 7, 2023

Opening Night September 22

The Grand Theatre's HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT production of

the phantom of the

opera

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

Lyrics by Charles Hart

Additional Lyrics by Richard Stilgoe

Book by Richard Stilgoe & Andrew Lloyd Webber

Based on the novel “Le Fantôme de I’Opéra” by Gaston Leroux

Originally directed by Harold Prince

Orchestrations by David Cullen & Andrew Lloyd Webber

Original Production by Cameron Mackintosh Ltd. and The Really Useful Group Ltd.

The photographing and video/audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

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creative TEAM

Director ANDREW TRIBE

Music Director FLOYDD RICKETTS

Associate Music Director MATTHEW ATKINS

Choreographer NICOLA PANTIN*

Set Designer SCOTT PENNER+

Costume Designer LISA WRIGHT

Lighting Designer KIMBERLY PURTELL+

Sound Designer AARON OUELETTE

Assistant Director HANNAH ELIAS

Fight & Intimacy Director ANITA NITTOLY*

Stage Manager ALICE FERREYRA GALLIANI*

Apprentice Stage Manager DEVON VECCHIO

Vocal Coach ANDREW RETHAZI

orchestra

Conductor MATTHEW ATKINS

Reeds TONY DE LUCA

Cello MARIANNA GRIGG

Violin CÉLINE MURRAY

Keyboard I ANDREW PETRASIUNAS

Trumpet CRAIG ROBERTSON

Keyboards III JAKE SCHINDLER

Bass FILIP STASIAK

French Horn KATE STONE

*The participation of these Artists are arranged by permission of Canadian Actors' Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance • Opera • Theatre Policy

The Grand Theatre acknowledges with thanks the co-operation of Locals 105 and 828 of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists, and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada, and The London Musicians’ Association Local 279.

+Indicated designers on this production are represented by the Associated Designers of Canada, IATSE Local ADC659.

Christine EMMA BISHOP

Auctioneer TRISTAN BREW

Joseph Buquet

BLAKE CAREY

Raoul WILL CRAMP

M. Lefevre EVAN DOERR

Mme Giry HOSNA EMAMI

Phantom SPENCE JACKSON

Porter JORDYN GOWLING

Meg ISABELLE PARENT

M. Reyer ETHAN PICKETT

Phantom KIERAN PROUTY

Christine CAMILA RODRIGUEZ

Andre RYAN SHAW*

Piangi LEO SIGUT

Raoul OLIVER STANTON

Firmin ISAAC SZOLDATITS

Carlotta STELLA YANGA

*Vocal captain

members of the opera company

LAUREN ATKINSON

LUKE BAHULA

BROOKE BOURNE

LAUREN BROOKS

MAGGIE BUSCH

THEONE "T" DAMUE

ETHAN EYLES

JOSEPHINE GAJASAN

MANYA HEGDE

JOEL HOWARD

BRYNNE HOWEY

BRONWYN KERR

CINDY LI

MORGAN MCLENAGHAN

OLIVIA PHILLIPS

ERIN PROUTY

UNA ROULSTON

JESSICA ROUTLEDGE

ISABELLA SANTARELLA

RYDER SCARROW

ALYSSA SKIFFINGTON

NAVYA VAILLANCOURT

DESI VANBEEK-PATERSON

corps de ballet

MARISSA BASTIAANSEN

PETRA BILIC

MICHAEL DODGE

AVA GODDARD

ISABELLE HILTZ

OLIVIA SCHIEDEL

MADELINE ST. ARNAUD*

ISABELLA THOMPSON*

*Dance captains

PRODUCTION

Automation AMY BAE

Props NADIA BARAKZIYE

Wardrobe MORRIGAN BEHARRIELL

Stage Management JULES BOUGHNER

Scenic Art ALEXSANDRA "ALEX" CAIDO

Wardrobe AYLA COATES

Props MARIZA COELHO

Props JESSICA DESCHUTTER

Wardrobe MACK DOWNE

Scenic Art KYERA HODGINS

Lighting LEAH JARDINE

Wardrobe JAMES LIGHTOWLER

Props RILEY LINDSAY

Wardrobe MEYER LISTON

Stage Management ANA MARTINEZ

Wardrobe VIRGINA MCCALLUM

Props SARENA "ONYX" NIELSEN

Photography & Marketing RONAN PRIOR

Sound FLORIA REICHHARDT

Sound RUTHIE RENNIE

Props KATE TELFER

Wardrobe CHANDRA VAILLANCOURT

Props MATHEO VAN DER MARK

STUDENT MUSICIANS

Flute, Piccolo RILEY HALES

Clarinet ERIC KANG

Keys 2 FRANZ MARSOLAIS HERNANDEZ

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DIRECTOR'S NOTES

In the final moments of the play, an act of compassion frees our characters from utter destruction. This selfless and merciful act reveals the acceptance of letting love go. While the story seems tragic, it works because of its emotional honesty which reminds us that authentic love requires both vulnerability and sacrifice. How fitting that this High School Project is knitted with a story about the power of empathy—the greatest gift of an arts education. Empathy opens your heart, and it takes heart to create theatre. Empathy is the power to hold space, without judgment, connecting emotionally, and communicating the healing message that you’re not alone.

It is satisfying to know our High School Project company and crew, as our community’s next generation of leaders, will go off into the world with a deeper capacity for compassion and kindness as fuller and more informed human beings. The Phantom of the Opera reminds us that in order to love, we must truly see one another.

andrew tribe

"We hope that through our many artistic experiences, we can empower each other with the many ways of looking at the world, understand another’s perspectives, and engender empathy, the highest human attribute."

GRAND GALA THANK YOU!

On June 22, 2023, the Grand Gala celebrated 25 years of the High School Project

Thanks to the Sponsors, Partners and Donors, the 46th Grand Gala raised $250,000 to support the High School Project.

An extra special thanks to the talented guest artists, special guests, honourees, performers, and presenters who joined us in the celebration:

Michael Shamata - former Artistic Director at the Grand Theatre and founder of the High School Project, Lennette Randall, Dennis Garnhum, Breanne Ritchie, Suzanne McArthur, Peter Markvoort, Marcy Gallant, Thomas Alderson, Eric Morin, Sarah Hilton, George Kerhoulas, Evan Klassen, and the many High School Project alumni over the past 25 years, plus company members of the 2023/24 HSP, The Phantom of the Opera.

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Gala Committee

Chris Costello

Peter Markvoort

Sandra Panzer

Rachel Ross

Anita Shah

PHOTO BY MALLORY BROWN

Behind-the-scenes in the

DEVELOPERS REHEARSAL HALL

PHOTOS BY RONAN PRIOR

From the cast and crew meet and greet until the team moves to its final rehearsals on the Spriet Stage, the magic of theatre comes alive in the rehearsal hall.

We are grateful for the financial support provided by the following companies whose contributions assisted in the refurbishment of our main rehearsal hall – now aptly named: The Developers Rehearsal Hall.

CAMILA RODRIGUEZ, KIERAN PROUTY WILL CRAMP

ISAAC SZOLDATITS STELLA YANGA + COMPANY

CAST

Lauren Atkinson (she/her) COMPANY London South C.I.

Luke Bahula (he/him) COMPANY Saunders S.S.

Marissa Bastiaansen (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Regina Mundi C.C.

Petra Bilic (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Sir Wilfred Laurier S.S.

Emma Bishop CHRISTINE H.B. Beal S.S.

Brooke Bourne (she/her) COMPANY H.B Beal S.S.

Lauren Brooks (she/her) COMPANY H.B Beal S.S.

Maggie Busch (she/her) COMPANY St. Thomas Aquinas C.S.S.

Blake Carey (he/him) JOSEPH BUQUET H.B. Beal S.S.

Will Cramp (he/him) RAOUL H.B. Beal S.S.

Theone "T" Damue (she/her) COMPANY St. Thomas Aquinas C.S.S.

Michael Dodge (they/them) CORPS DE BALLET H.B. Beal S.S.

Evan Doerr (he/him) M. LEFEVRE H.B. Beal S.S.

Tristan Brew (he/him) AUCTIONEER Westminster S.S.

Hosna Emami (she/her) MME. GIRY Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

Ethan Eyles (he/him) COMPANY Monseigneur-Bruyère

Josephine Gajasan (she/her) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Ava Goddard (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Saunders S.S..

Manya Hegde COMPANY Saunders S.S.

Isabelle Hiltz (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET H.B. Beal S.S.

Joel Howard (he/him) COMPANY Medway H.S.

Brynne Howey (she/her) COMPANY Saunders S.S

Spence Jackson (he/him) PHANTOM H.B. Beal S.S.

Bronwyn Kerr (she/her) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Morgan McLenaghan (he/him) COMPANY Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

Isabelle Parent (she/her) MEG Sir Frederick Banting S.S

Olivia Phillips (she/her) COMPANY St. Thomas Aquinas C.S.S.

Ethan Pickett (he/him) M. REYER St. Thomas Aquinas C.S.S.

Cindy Li (she/her) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Kieran Prouty (he/him) PHANTOM H.B Beal S.S.

Jordyn Gowling (she/her) PORTER London Central S.S.

Erin Prouty (she/her) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Camila Rodriguez (she/her) CHRISTINE H.B. Beal S.S.

Una Roulston (she/her) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Jessica Routledge (she/her) COMPANY Medway H.S.

Isabella Santarella (she/her) COMPANY London Central S.S.

Ryder Scarrow (he/him) COMPANY H.B. Beal S.S.

Olivia Schiedel (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Catholic Central H.S.

Ryan Shaw (he/him) ANDRÉ Lambton C.C.V.I.

Leo Sigut (he/him) PIANGI Saunders S.S.

Alyssa Skiffington (she/her) COMPANY Oakridge S.S.

Madeline St. Arnaud (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Strathroy D.C.I.

Oliver Stanton (he/him) RAOUL H.B. Beal S.S.

Isaac Szoldatits (he/him) FIRMIN H.B. Beal S.S.

Isabella Thompson (she/her) CORPS DE BALLET Strathroy D.C.I.

Navya Vaillancourt (they/them) COMPANY London Central S.S.

Desi vanBeek-Paterson COMPANY Woodstock C.I.

Stella Yanga (she/her) CARLOTTA H.B. Beal S.S.

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Student Spotlight: Morgan fulmer

I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to participate in pre-show talks and question-and-answer periods with the artistic teams and cast members of various shows. This provided valuable insight into character development and production elements that heightened the show experience.

In what ways have you applied your exposure to theatre and love of the arts to other areas of your life?

After graduating from HB Beal, I found many ways to keep the arts in my life through a minor in dance and elective courses in vocal & theatre during my undergraduate studies. I continue to apply my love of the arts in my career choices, both as a dance teacher and elementary school educator with LDCSB and TVDSB as I complete my final year of Bachelor of Education studies at Western University.

What would you say to another student who may be considering coming to student club?

Do it! Student Club is a unique theatre opportunity that allows you to experience a wide variety of performances, learn from industry professionals, make new friends and see amazing shows at a reasonable price.

Pictured: Morgan Fulmer (She/Her)

Describe a highlight of your time being in the Student Club

PRODUCTION

James Lightowler (he/him) WARDROBE H.B. Beal S.S.

Virginia McCallum (she/her) WARDROBE Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

Amy Bae (she/her) AUTOMATION Central S.S.

Nadia Barakziye (she/her) PROPS Medway H.S.

Morrigan Beharriell (she/her) WARDROBE Saunders S.S.

Alexsandra "Alex" Caido SCENIC ART Regina Mundi C.C.

Ayla Coates (she/her) WARDROBE Homeschool

Mariza Coelho (she/her) PROPS Monseigneur-Bruyère

Jessica Deschutter PROPS Homeschool/Montcalm S.S.

Leah Jardine (she/they) LIGHTING Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

Jules Boughner (she/her) STAGE MANAGEMENT Parkside C.I.

Mack Downe WARDROBE H.B. Beal S.S.

Kyera Hodgins (she/her) SCENIC ART H.B. Beal S.S.

Riley Lindsay (he/him) PROPS Oakridge S.S.

Meyer Liston (she/they) WARDROBE H.B. Beal S.S.

Ana Martinez (she/her) STAGE MANAGEMENT Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

ORCHESTRA

Ronan Prior PHOTOGRAPHY & MARKETING Sir Frederick Banting S.S.

Floria Reichhardt SOUND London Central S.S.

Ruthie Rennie (they/she) SOUND Huron Park S.S.

Kate Telfer (she/her) PROPS Parkside C.I.

Chandra Vaillancourt (it/she) WARDROBE London Central S.S.

Matheo Van Der Mark (he/him) PROPS Huron Park S.S.

Sarena "Onyx" Nielsen PROPS H.B. Beal S.S.

Riley Hales (he/him) FLUTE, PICCOLO Woodstock C.I.

Eric Kang (he/him) CLARINET A.B. Lucas S.S.

Franz Marsolais Hernandez (they/he) KEYBOARD II École Secondaire Gabriel-Dumont

Jules B.

This role would go to my sister, Kennedy. My sister will always be beside me, she is one of the most special people not only to me but to so many others and I feel so incredibly lucky to be able to say that she is my older sister, my built-in best friend, always.

STUDENT PERSPECTIVES

CHRISTINE CONSIDERS

THE “ANGEL

OF MUSIC” HER “GUIDE AND GUARDIAN”. WHO TAKES THIS ROLE IN YOUR LIFE?

Jess R.

Two angels that shine the brightest for me are my grandparents. They have supported me wanting to be in the High School Project since my first mention of it. I would not have been able to join the cast of Phantom without their help and encouragement.

PHOTOS BY RONAN PRIOR

Ethan P.

While my parents have been my guardians and are a massive support to me, I consider my angel of music to be my grandfather. He always inspired me to do what I love, and it’s only fitting that opening night lies on his birthday. This is for him.

Isabelle H.

My mom is my guide and guardian because she is my biggest and loudest supporter, and always believes in me.

Theone D.

I have a theory, that to every negative voice, there is a positive. That positive voice is my sister. She is my favourite person in every way. She’s a light that guides me down a dark tunnel, showing me the path unwavering. Some people look for that positive voice their whole lives, I’ve known mine since birth.

Isabella S.

In my life, my angel of music is my father. My dad has loved music since he was little, and he passed this passion onto his daughters. He raised me to believe that I can do whatever I set my mind to, and there is no limit as to what career path I choose. I would not be on this stage without his encouragement and love. Thank you for everything, dad!

Isaac S.

My biggest supporters and guides have always been my parents, Debbie and Fred. They have constantly provided support and encouraged me to do my best, which I am forever grateful for. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without their warm encouragement and endless love.

Hosna E.

I would say my Angels of Music are my family. They have been a constant support for me, encouraging me when I don’t get the role I’m looking for and coming to all my performances. When getting cast in the High School Project, they were the first

people I told and they insisted on celebrating. Without my family, I would never have pursued theatre, and would never have gotten the incredible opportunity to be in this show.

Lauren A.

The person who takes that role for me is my mom. She is the most selfless person I know and always puts everyone before herself. She is my number one supporter and my biggest cheerleader and I can't thank her enough for that.

Meyer L

My guide and guardian is my dad. He is always there to help me and support me no matter what.

Erin P.

My mother is my “guide and guardian”. She never fails to encourage me to pursue my love of the arts. Endless hours working with me at the piano and giving me motivation when my creative tank runs empty, is all worth it for her, just to see my passion blossom on the stage.

Mariza C.

My friend Breeana takes this role, and is one of the most important people in my life even though we’ve only been friends for two years. She helped me through a dark time, is always encouraging me, and motivated me to apply for the HSP!

Morrigan B.

My guides & guardians are my parents, who have encouraged and supported me in all my endeavors. Ever since I was small, my parents have done all they can to help me achieve my goals!

Alyssa S.

I would say my mom is my guide and guardian because she always drives me to be the best version of myself and supports my passions and hobbies to the fullest.

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September 19 – October 7, 2023

CREATIVE TEAM

Andrew Tribe Director he/him

f or t he Grand t heatre: Titanic - The Musical, The Great Grand Road Trip, Comfort and Joy, Chariots of Fire, Elf (2013), The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!.

t heatre c redits (selected): Directing: Peter & the Starcatcher, Bright Star, Roald Dahl's Matilda: The Musical, A Christmas Story: The Musical, Big Fish, Sunday in the Park with George, Chicago, Seussical, School of Rock, Sweeney Todd, Into The Woods, Spring Awakening (Original Kids Theatre Company); One Song Glory (Musical Stage Co.).

other: Artistic Director of Original Kids Theatre Company from 2012 - 2022. Graduate of H.B. Beal Secondary School, University of Toronto, Sheridan College, Western University, University of Northern Colorado. @andrewtribe

Floydd Ricketts

Music Director he/him

f or the Grand t heatre: Footloose, The Little Prince, My Fair Lady, The Addams Family, Legally Blonde, Hello, Dolly!, Les Misérables

other : An Assistant Professor and the Director of Choirs at Skidmore College; and the Artistic Director of Ensemble Noir, a Montreal chamber choir that specializes in the music of underrepresented communities. Floydd is also the chorusmaster for L’orchestre Philarmonique et Choeur des Mélomanes in Montreal, and he recently finished his tenure as Head of Music at the National Theatre School of Canada.

Matthew Atkins

Associate Music Director he/him

f or the Grand t heatre: Finding Black Joy, The Great Grand Road Trip, Comfort & Joy.

t heatre c redits (selected): The SpongeBob Musical, Snoopy!, Roald Dahl's Matilda: The Musical (Original Kids Theatre Company); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Musical Theatre Productions).

other: B.Mus., B.Ed., M.Mus. from Western University. Matthew is a secondary school teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board. He is also the Artistic Director of the London Gospel Collective. @matkinsmusic

Nicola Pantin

Choreographer she/her

f or the Grand theatre: Debut.

t heatre c redits (selected): Twelfth Night, Timon of Athens, The Count of Monte Cristo, Sticks and Stones, Measure for Measure (Stratford Festival); Jacob Two Two, Seussical (Young People's Theatre); R/J Remixed, Awake (Expect/ Spark Theatre); Bittergirl (Charlottetown); The Hogtown Experience, The Riot at Christie Pits (Hogtown Collective); Grand Hotel (Shanghai Theatre). Brantwood, Shrek: The Musical, Parade, Jesus Christ Superstar (Sheridan College).

film and tv credits: Blues Brothers 2000, Stuck (Bravo! FACT); Revolver (Big Toad Productions); Various videos/short films (CBC). On faculty at George Brown Dance, Pegasus Studios and Creative Children’s Dance Centre. o ther: Nicola is co-artistic director with husband Adam Nashman of 3degrees, a dance theatre company.

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f loydd r icketts m atthe W atkins nicola pantin

From Maria to Christine: A Look Back on 25 Years of the High School Project

This was the question posed 25 years ago to the Grand Theatre’s then Artistic Director, Michael Shamata by local educators. Already considering new ways to increase the Grand's involvement within the local community, the Artistic Director felt a spark light within him. Not long after, during a collaboration session with Westminster Secondary School teacher, John Douglas, a radical idea soon took shape. What if the Grand staged a fully professional production, mentoring local high school students in performance and production skills? It was at this moment that history was made: the High School Project was born. Although the 1997/98 season was already planned and budgeted, Shamata was keen to get the first Project on its feet within the year. Everyone agreed that the Project’s mission was to expose as many students as possible to the arts, without any personal cost to the student participants.

With this guiding light in the forefront, work quickly began on the first HSP performance, Broadway hit: West Side Story. And, with this major title in place, also came the workings of a major production. Three days in December were spent auditioning a pre-screened group of more than 300 students from 21 London-area secondary schools. Shamata remarked, “The talent and confidence we encountered was remarkable – a tribute to both

the students and their drama, music, and visual arts teachers – and proof of the value of arts education in our schools.”

A selected 36 students on stage and 32 in production roles like props, stage management, scenic art, wardrobe, lighting, and design delivered the very first High School Project - bringing a new, youthful light to the beloved production. Following the triumph of its first show, the High School Project became an annual Spring tradition for the Theatre, until 2005 when an additional Fall production was programmed – a benefit for students, families, and schools alike. Fall and Spring HSP productions continued all the way to 2017 when September’s Evita began a new tradition of Fall-only musicals.

A box office success, HSP productions have welcomed tens of thousands of new and returning audiences year-after-year since its first show. Yet, it’s the students that are truly the mark of the Project’s success. Since its inception, the Theatre has seen almost 2,000 students graduate from the program, finding a safe and inspiring environment to develop as theatre artists and as global citizens. Many of these students also went forward to pursue a career in the arts, or applied the skills learned to careers in a variety of different fields.

A quarter of a century later, what started as a way to immerse students in the arts

“How do we get more students interested in the arts?”

has turned into one of the country’s top incubators of young talent. And, it’s nowhere near done yet! In September 2023, the Grand celebrates the silver anniversary of the High School Project with one of its biggest companies and productions to date: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. As the program now looks to its next 25 years, there is no saying how it may evolve and what future Canadian stars will have their start on the Spriet Stage. One thing

that is abundantly clear is that thanks to the unwavering support of the London community and generous sponsors, the Project will continue to flourish and be inimitable anywhere else in the country. And, why?

Because, as Phantom Director, Andrew Tribe, says, “It’s because London kids are special. That’s all there is.”

CREATIVE TEAM

Scott Penner Set Designer

f or the Grand t heatre: Elf, Great Grand Road Trip, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Hair.

t heatre c redits (selected): Job (Soho Rep); Merry Wives of Windsor, Loves Labours Lost, Raisin in the Sun (American Player's Theatre); Without You (Off-Broadway); Intimate Apparel, Fireflies (North Light Theatre); Happy Days (Flint Rep); Cymbeline (Stratford Festival); Shakespeare's Will (Indiana Rep); Jacob Two Two, Seussical (YPT); Billy Bishop Goes to War, Romeo & Juliet (Globe Theatre), Small Mouth Sounds (Theatre Works Colorado); Body Politic (Buddies in Bad Times); Therefore Choose Life (HGJT). film and tv credits: Station 11 (HBO MAX); Five Days at Memorial (AppleTV).

upcominG: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Grand Theatre); DION (Coalmine Theatre); The Little Prince (Theatre Works Colorado Springs); Shirley Valentine, Extinction Therapist (Theatre Aquarius).

Lisa Wright Costume Designer

f or the Grand t heatre: Head of Wardrobe 2008-Present. Homes: A Refugee Story, ART, The Mountaintop, Fly Me To The Moon, Hair, Into the Woods, Titanic, Prom Queen, Evita, Les Misérables, The Addams Family, Legally Blonde, My Fair Lady, Footloose, Anything Goes, Grease, Hello, Dolly!

t heatre c redits (selected): Livent, The Stratford Festival, Lighthouse Festival Theatre, Baanf Theatre Centre.

o ther: Came to the Grand Theatre in 1989 as a tailor. Assistant Head of Wardrobe for seven seasons.

Kimberly Purtell Lighting Designer

f or t he Grand t heatre: Elf, Rubaboo, Home for the Holidays, This London Life, Prom Queen: The Musical.

t heatre c redits (selected): A Wrinkle In Time, Frankenstein: Revived (Stratford Festival); Treemonisha (Volcano); Maggie (Theatre Aquarius & Charlottetown Festival); Indecent (Mirvish & Studio 180); Uncle Vanya, Fifteen Dogs (Crow's Theatre); Da Kink In My Hair (Soulpepper); On The Razzle (Shaw Festival); Pomegranate (Canadian Opera Company); Newsies (Arena Stage).

aWards and nominations: Recipient of three Dora Mavor Moore Awards, the Pauline McGibbon Award, a Montreal English Theatre Award, and an Elizabeth Sterling Award. other : Vice President of the Associated Designers of Canada.

Aaron Ouellette Sound Designer

f or t he Grand t heatre: Sound Design Debut; Colours in the Storm (Live Sound Mixer); Current Head of Sound at the Grand Theatre. other: IATSE 105 Union Member. Thank you to IATSE 105 and the Grand Theatre for all your support.

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CREATIVE TEAM

Hannah Elias Assistant Director

she/her

f or t he Grand t heatre: Grand Re: Opening Festival

theatre credits (selected): Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sweeney Todd, Hello Dolly (Musical Theatre Productions); Pure Imagination, Super School, Wanda's World, Drama

101, Snoopy: The Musical, Curtains (Original Kids Theatre Company); Be Positive: Fino A Qui Tutto Bene (Compagnia Balafori)

o ther : B.Sc., M.Sc from Western University. Graduate of the Dance’s StartUp VI contemporary dance program at the Leggere Strutture Art Factory in Bologna, Italy.

Anita Nittoly

Fight & Intimacy Director

f or the Grand t heatre: Fall On Your Knees.

t heatre c redits (selected): Fall On Your Knees (Canstage/NAC); Counter Offence (Segal Centre); Fairview (Canstage); Prodigal (Crow's Theatre); Trojan Girls and The Outhouse of Atreus (Outside The March/Factory Theatre); Our Place (Cahoots/TPM); 2019 Season (The Stratford Festival).

film and tv credits: SEE, Star Trek: Discovery, Pretty Hard, Cases, Titans, The Boys, Rabbit Hole, What We Do In The Shadows, and Various Ubisoft Motion Capture Productions.

o ther: Stage Combat Instructor, Fight Director, and Sexual Choreographer at the National Theatre School

Alice Ferreyra Galliani

Stage Manager she/her

f or the Grand theatre: Maggie & Pierre

t heatre c redits (selected): Death and the King's Horseman, Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet, Henry VIII, Birds of a Kind, Bakkhai (Stratford Festival); The Marriage of Figaro, The Magic Flute (Canadian Opera Company); Maanomaa, My Brother (Blue Bird Theatre Collective); Every Silver Lining (Next Stage Festival); Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls (Roseneath Theatre); The Drowsy Chaperone, Footloose, The Addams Family, Spring Awakening, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Nine (Randolph College); Godspell (Theatre Sheridan); Anne of Green Gables, Evita, Shrek: The Musical (LOT); The Canadian (Thousand Islands Playhouse); Hamlet (Tarragon Theatre); City of Angels (Theatre By The Bay).

Devon Vecchio

Apprentice Stage Manager

f or t he Grand t heatre: Debut.

t heatre c redits (selected): Gaslight (Vertigo); Dido and Aeneas (Opera Atelier); Me Love BINGO!: Best In Snow (Arts Club); The 39 Steps ( The Grove); Bury The Hatchet (Culture Den Society/Belfry); Summer Bucket List (Collectivus); Comic Potential, Dead Man's Cell Phone, The Drowsy Chaperone (Phoenix); Horse Girl, Spin the Bottle, Oink, Oink (SATCo).

other: Graduate of the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Production and Management.

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1875

1919

The owner and manager of the Grand Opera House, Ambrose J. Small disappears

1943 +1962

Two more film versions directed by Arthur Lubin and Terence Fisher premiere

1910

Gaston Leroux writes the novel

The Palais Garnier opens in France and would become the setting for The Phantom of the Opera Le Fantôme de l'Opéra

1925

The iconic silent film starring Lon Chaney and Mary Philbin premieres

1977

The Grand Theatre’s first big renovation after Theatre London purchase

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S phantom of the opera: A VISUAL TIMELINE

GRAND Performances:

22 shows

3 weeks

74 student cast, crew, & musicians

2 Phantoms

2 Christines

2 Raouls

1989

Colm Wilkinson stars at the Pantages Theatre in Toronto

2014

Norm Lewis stars opposite Sierra Boggess and is the first Black Phantom on Broadway

2006 1986

The Phantom of the Opera The Phantom of the Opera

becomes the longest running show on Broadway opens at Her Majesty's Theatre starring Michael Crawford

BROADWAY Performances:

13,981 shows

35 years

125 cast, crew, & musicians

16 Phantoms

32 Christines

44 Raouls

2023 opens Sep 19 on the Spriet Stage at the Grand Theatre

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

2020

The Grand Theatre’s most recent interior renovations

MUSICIANS

Tony De Luca Reeds

f or the Grand theatre: Elf, Home for the Holidays, Mary Poppins, Joni Mitchell: River.

other: A versatile woodwind and keyboard player who holds both a Bachelor of Music Degree with Honors in Music Education and a Bachelor of Education Degree from the University of Western Ontario, with additional studies from Humber College. Recent engagements include Stratford Festival, Golden Buzzer Winner and Finalist on Canada's Got Talent. Player for The Grand Theatre, The Victoria Petrolia Playhouse, Drayton Entertainment, The Imperial Theatre, Season 10 of America's Got Talent, Musical Theatre Productions London as well as freelance, session, and private work in and around the London area.

Marianna Grigg Cello she/her

f or the Grand theatre: Into The Woods, Grow, Home For The Holidays.

t heatre c redits (selected): Mary Poppins, Pippin (Beal Musical Theatre); The Hunchback of Notre Dame (WDCI); Turn of the Screw (UWOpera).

other: Featured Musician at the “Bridgerton Live Experience” (Netflix/Fever Productions), Graduate of the MMus Program at McGill University and the BMus Program at Western University, National Youth Orchestra 2017-2018, International Symphony Orchestra, Windsor Symphony Orchestra, London Symphonia.

Céline Murray Violin

f or the Grand t heatre: Into The Woods, Grow, The Addams Family, Legally Blonde, My Fair Lady.

t heatre c redits (selected): The Magic Flute (Opera McGill); West Side Story (BMT); Hairspray (JPII); Seussical: The Musical (CCH).

film and tv credits: A Celtic Family Christmas - Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy (VisionTV). other: Honors Bachelor of Music Degree specialized in Violin Performance at McGill University, Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Champion, Stratford Summer Music Festival, Home County Music & Arts Festival, Ontario Youth Symphony, London Youth Symphony.

Andrew Petrasiunas Keyboard I

he/h im

f or the Grand theatre: Home for the Holidays, Mamma Mia!, Room, Anne of Green Gables, The Spitfire Grill, Annie, It's A Wonderful Life, Schippel: The Plumber, The Wizard of Oz, The Grand Theatre 100th Anniversary, Miracle on 34th Street. hiG h school proJ ects: Titanic, Prom Queen, Evita, Les Misérables, West Side Story, The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, Fiddler on the Roof, The Music Man, Oliver, Guys and Dolls, Hello, Dolly!

t heatre c redits (selected): Fun Home (Original Kids Theatre Company); Alberta Fusion (Charlottetown); Alice Through the Looking Glass (Theatre Aquarius).

other : Andrew is excited to be playing for Floydd on this project, who was the anchor in the barbershop quartet in The Music Man an HSP production he directed.

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MUSICIANS

Craig Robertson Trumpet

f or t he Grand t heatre: Les Misérables, Legally Blonde, Hair, Addams Family, Mary Poppins, Hello, Dolly!

t heatre c redits (selected): Cabaret, Legally Blonde (Theatre Aquarius); Damn Yankees, Pirates of Penzance, Suessical: The Musical (Mirvish).

film and tv credits: Can be heard on several video game soudtracks including the Battlefield series and has appeared in nearly a dozen music videos. Most recently, toured with Canada's The Tea Party.

other : Graduate of Western University with a Bachelors degree in Trumpet Performance.

Jake Schindler Keyboard III

he/him

f or t he Grand t heatre: Legally Blonde, My Fair Lady, The Importance of Being Ernest

t heatre c redits: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Joni Mitchell: Both Sides Now (Tweed & Co.); Boy Falls From The Sky (Mirvish); Killing Time, Guildwood, CHOIR! (Independant - Toronto Fringe); Ursa: A Folk Musical (The Uncommon Folk Collective); Red Letter Day (St. Lawrence College).

other: HSP Alumni, Bachelor of Music (Music Education), Associate Keyboard Programmer at Stratford and Shaw Festivals (2023), Music Director at The Second City, Toronto.

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Filip Stasiak Bass

f or the Grand theatre: The Addams Family, Hello, Dolly!

t heatre c redits (selected): Dracula (Shaw Festival); Songs of Sinatra (Drayton); Urinetown, Pippin (Theatre Woodstock); Beauty & The Beast, Oliver! (Theatre Norfolk); The Producers (Theatre Ancaster); Chicago, RENT, A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original Kids Theatre Company); The Who's TOMMY, Let The Music Come Alive (Palace Theatre); Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, West Side Story, The Sound of Music (Windsor).

other: Bassist for the Niagara Symphony, Peterborough Symphony, London Symphonia. Graduate of Wayne State University, Western University, and Wilfrid Laurier University.

Kate Stone French Horn

f or t he Grand t heatre: Les Misérables, Jeans n' Classics.

t heatre c redits (selected): Played musicals at The Stratford Festival since 1992. Currently playing Spamalot and fanfares (Stratford Festival).

other: Played with many orchestras across Canada including Victoria Symphony, Thunder Bay Symphony, KWSO, Hamilton Philharmonic, Windsor Symphony, NAC Orchestra, Tafelmusik, Orchestra London. Current member of London Symphonia.

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In this raucous, adultsonly holiday treat, internationally acclaimed and multi-award-winning puppeteer Ronnie Burkett reimagines the timeless classic A Christmas Carol for a madly-merry, marionette mash-up. Have yourself a naughty little Christmas at the Grand!

From Cliff Cardinal, multi-award-winning Cree writer, poet and actor, comes a darkly comedic solo production that tells the tale of Wind and his two brothers, who are caught in a torrent of solvent abuse and struggling to cope with the sudden death of their mother.

Directed by Karin Randoja

Directed by Scott Hurst Music

Directed by Jeannie Wyse

Written, Conceived, Composed, and Performed by Andrew Prashad

After enthralling audiences in Grand Ghosts, renowned Canadian tap dancer, Andrew Prashad returns to the Grand Theatre with his intimate, solo show. Using monologues, original songs, improvisational tap dance, and multimedia video, Andrew shares his journey of caring for a son with spina bifida and hydrocephalus, while raising two daughters.

are you a student who craves more theatre in your life?

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DYK? Volunteering at the Grand counts towards your 40 hours of community service!

join the student club

Become an important part of our Grand community with other like-minded students from across the city, and enjoy six plays on the Spriet Stage for only $99! Join us for a Thursday preview performance which includes a post-show event with pizza, guest artists, creative team members, and Grand staff members.

Participate in the

ways involved to get volunteer high school project

An awesome opportunity for hands-on training and mentorship by professional artists and coaches in all departments of the Theatre.

This program is open to any high school student from the London area and no costs are associated!

You Are Welcome.

We are building a community that future generations can be proud of. A community where everyone is welcome. A community where you can be yourself.

STAFF & BOARD

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Evan Klassen

ARTISTIC ADMINISTRATION PRODUCER

Lyndee Hansen

COMPANY MANAGER

Christine Gruenbauer

EDUCATION MANAGER

Breanne Ritchie

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION INTERN

Danielle Dixon

ADMINISTRATION

IT DIRECTOR

Barb Whang

TESSITURA ADMINISTRATOR

Britt Duncan

operations

BUILDING MANAGER

Mike MacDonald

ASSISTANT BUILDING MANAGER

Aaron Simmons

HoUSEKEEPing

Luke Morrison

Patricia Sexsmith

Ben Storie

SECURITY

Shannon Goneau

Marty Peterson

Luke Morrison

John Whitty

FINANCE

DIRECTOR

Magdi Osman

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Kelly Fraleigh

FINANCE CONSULTANT

Ansel Tempral

PAYROLL

Judy Risser

marketing & digital strategy

DIRECTOR

Lia Karidas

DIGITAL MARKETING

STRATEGIST

Rana Bajandooh

MARKETING PROJECT MANAGER

Allison Birs

Preston Free Cooper

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Caitlin Core

fund DEVELOPMENT

DIRECTOR

Heather Siskind-Levite

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS

RELATIONSHIPS AND EVENTS

Sarah Hilton

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Jacob Wiley

DEVELOPMENT VOLUNTEER

Celia Silverson

AUDIENCE SERVICES

FRONT OF HOUSE

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER

Ali Samuel

ASSISTANT FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER

Haley Helm

BAR & BEVERAGE

Mackenzie Bishop

Amelia Hilton

Ben Kennes

Sabrina Sa

Sabrina Stewart

Hannah VanAlphen-Fyfe

Landon Wright

box office AUDIENCE SERVICES

SUPERVISOR

Denise Hay

REPRESENTATIVES

Caitlin Cahill

Trinity Harrison

Brittney-Lee Lowey

Karen McDonald

Cheryl Willison

PRODUCTION

DIRECTOR

Paul Fujimoto-Pihl

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Brayden Crawford

ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Sonja Niedermaier

PRODUCTION DRIVER

Jim Doucette

PROPERTIES

HEAD OF PROPS

Natalie Kearns

PROPS NatalieBUILDER/BUYER Tsang

WARDROBE

HEAD OF WARDROBE

Lisa Wright

WARDROBE CUTTER

Elisabeth Mastrandrea

WARDROBE APPRENTICE

Morgan Cameron

Scenic carpentry

HEAD SCENIC CARPENTER

Craig Pearson

FIRST CARPENTER

Rory Leydier

SECOND CARPENTER

John-Michael Plester

SCENIC ART

HEAD SCENIC ARTIST

Richard Lawler

SENIOR SCENIC ARTIST

Craig Guthrie

SPRIET STAGE

HEAD STAGE CARPENTER

Steve West

HEAD OF AUDIO

Aaron Ouellette

HEAD OF LIGHTING

Liam Arbogast

HEAD OF FLYS

Jared Whitty

HEAD STAGE WARDROBE

Sarah Tracy

STAGEHANDS

Chris Barker

Ken Scott

DECK LX

Bonnie Szeto

A2

Jeff Bialkowski

DRESSERS

Jolan Farren

Tasse Koumoutsidis

Mary West

WARDROBE MAINTENANCE

Heather Sinclair

AUBURN STAGE

HEAD TECHNICIAN

Steve Allen

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT

George Kerhoulas

VICE-PRESIDENT

Matt Parr

PAST PRESIDENT

Anita Shah

TREASURER

Bill Assini

SECRETARY

Anne Toal DIRECTORS

Christopher Alleyne

Nicole Blanchette

Jamie Campbell

Blair Fantillo

Alexis Gordon

Jennifer Ho

Ron Koudys

Amira Moussa

Jane Scholes

Jennifer Slay

Dr. Robert Sokol

THE GRAND THEATRE FOUNDATION BOARD

PRESIDENT

Ron Koudys

VICE-PRESIDENT

Jamie Crich

TREASURER

Bill Assini

SECRETARY

George Kerhoulas

Tom Burnett

Dianne ElizabethCunningham

Drewlo

Peter Markvoort

Bob Schram

Tom Tillmann

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Did you know: creating live theatre is not possible on ticket sales alone? A sold-out house only covers a fraction of the costs that produce a season. The Grand proudly employs hundreds, attracts world-renowned talent, boosts the local economy, and creates transformative experiences that inspire. All of this wouldn't be possible without you, our donors and supporters.

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2 complimentary drink tickets

single tickets at 15% discount

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unlimited ticket exchanges

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$250 $20,000+

$50009999 $10,00019,999

Donor levels entitled to receive all benefits applicable from lower levels.

Your donation, at any level, not only supports putting productions on our stages, it also helps provide subsidies for Student Club, Student Matinees, Relaxed Performances, High School Project and funds tickets for children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend a Grand show.

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

This listing recognizes the much-appreciated gifts we have received within the last twelve months. The cut-off date to be recognized in this program was August 21st, 2023. If you have any questions regarding these listings, or are looking for details on how to become a donor for the Grand Theatre, please contact Jacob Wiley, Development Coordinator at 519.672.9030 x245 or by email at jwiley@grandtheatre.com.

GRAND VISIONARIES DIRECTORS’ CIRCLE $20,000+

Auburn Developments Inc . • Karen & Eric Auzins • Caroline & Rodney Hancock • Dr. Nicole

Le Riche & Dr. John Howard • Ron & Deb Koudys • Debbie & Bob Schram • Helen & Andy

Spriet • Roberta & Dr. Robert Sokol

patron's CIRCLE $10,000 –19,999

Robert & Donna Bourne • Lynne Cram • Lynn Davis • Susan & Ron Holliday • Shelly & Bob

Siskind • Diane & Michael Smith

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Hay Foundation • Harry Joosten & Kathleen Murphy • George Kerhoulas & Jacqueline Crosby

• Peter Markvoort • Cecil & Linda Rorabeck • Eleanor Schnall • Susan Smith-Goddard •

Susan Carlyle & David Southen • Richard & Marianne Zelinka

GRAND CHAMPIONS LONDON PROUD CLUB $2,500–4,999

Ahria Consulting Inc.

Ruthe Anne Conyngham

Crawford Macleod

Foundation

Chris Alleyne & Chris

Costello

Jim Cressman

Barbara & John Cronyn Fund

Allan & Susan Edwards

Blair Fantillo & Alison Webb-

Fantillo

Bill & Ann Fleming

Lily & Grant Hopcroft

Alison & Michael Hannay

Deb Harvey

Chris Jackman & Lesley

MacAskill

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Adams

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Meddaoui

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$1,000–2,499

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The Verna D. Davis

Endowment for the Arts

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Fridenberg

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FRIENDS

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Hewitt

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ENDOWMENTS & GIFTS THROUGH the LONDON COMMUNITY Foundation

The Barbara & John Cronyn Fund • The Grant & Lily Hopcroft Fund • The Larry & Susan Agranove Family Fund

• The Megan Holliday Memorial Fund

• The Verna D. Davis Endowment for the Arts

• The

William and Katharine Kostuk Family Fund

• Crawford MacLeod Foundation

• Judith and Wilson Rodger • The McNee Family Fund

In Memoriam

Thank you to those who gave in memory of Shirley Brown, Vivian Deleary, Mary Loncke, Eleanore Reynolds, Pam Samuels, Robert Swartman, and Lister Waugh cherished friends of the Grand who are dearly missed.

PROSCENIUM

SOCIETY Planned giving

We are deeply grateful to the compassionate individuals who have made the important and thoughtful decision to make a planned gift to the Grand Theatre. We honour them through their membership in the Proscenium Society. Their legacy will help ensure that the Grand continues to flourish.

Membership to the Proscenium Society is available to those who have chosen to make a planned gift in one or more of the following ways:

• Bequests (donations through your will)

• Listed Securities

• Life Insurance Beneficiary Designation

• Charitable Gift Annuities

• Life Insurance Policies, rrsp, rrif

Barbara Belbeck Hazel E. Bell Marista Ateena Brooks (Mikolaski) Robert Crawford Buck A. M. Cuddy

Cutler

Horne

• Lynn Davis

• Helen Ann Day

• Walter R. (Wally) Duffield

• Dr. Nicole le Riche & Dr. John Howard

Lilliman

• Myrtle McCallum

Glenda Robinson

• Beryl Ivey

• Douglas McCullough

• Maureen Elizabeth Ryan

Stratton Judy White

• Michael Wojtak

• Cathy & James Dunlop

• Elizabeth Ann Jones

• Mary Eleanor Miller

• Joseph Samuels

• Innis Hammond

• Karen Kileen

• Susan Nickle

• Pam Samuels

• EJ Lamb

Theresa

• Barbara

• Mary & Roger

• Diane & Gary Alan Price

• Donald Smith

• Doris Spence

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• Elizabeth

We would also like to thank the members of our community who have welcomed visiting artists into their homes as Artist Housing Partners for this season:

Lesley Beagley

Pam Mandich

• Ross & Cathy Burgar

• Cam Quinn

• Jill Ellis-Worthington

• Patricia Reilly

Mark Uhre • Peter & Jan Vogel

• Anna Grigg

• Wendy Sanderson-Culley

• Bob Ward & Susan Yerema

• Christine Hoover

• Anita & Amit Shah

• Megan Watson

• Denise Jung

• Lene Stentoft

• Doug & Connie Weir

• Beth Leibovitz

• Allan Stichbury

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