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London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
I went to get my hair cut recently at United Kutz, a five-
minute walk from the Grand Theatre. I was excited to
tell Kwami and his team that at the heart of this new
season we are presenting a production called Barber
Shop Chronicles. It premiered at the National Theatre
of London, England this past year and will be on a
North American tour stopping at the Grand — the only
Canadian venue. I’m excited about Kwami’s barbers
meeting these British actors.
For we are indeed

WORLD CURIOUS, LONDON PROUD.
Welcome.
dennis garnhum, artistic director
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
“Irresistible

                                                 THE MUSICAL
                                                                ...shines a
                                                                glitterball
                                                                in the face of
                                                                intolerance”
                                                                montreal gazette

PROM QUEEN: THE MUSICAL
Book by Kent Staines
Music by Colleen Dauncey
Lyrics by Akiva Romer-Segal
Produced by Mary Young Leckie
Based on the true life story of Marc Hall
Directed by Dennis Garnhum

SEPTEMBER 18 to 29                              The High School Project is an
SPRIET STAGE                                    acclaimed mentorship program
Opens September 21                              unique in North America.
                                                Prom Queen will mark the first
Prom Queen: The Musical tells the               time the Project brings a new
true story of Marc Hall, a teen                 Canadian musical to the stage.
who in 2002 wanted to bring his                 Originally developed through
boyfriend to the school prom. A                 Sheridan College’s Canadian
celebration of young people stand-              Music Theatre Project (Come
ing proudly for themselves, this                From Away).
award-winning production features
50 students on stage and another 30
backstage, bringing an authentic                title sponsor
voice to a remarkable story.
Our stage will overflow with high school        program sponsor
students playing high school students —
how perfect. Come join us as we cele-           make a difference
brate these young people: the hope and          community
                                                pillar partner
promise of our future. – DENNIS
Music Director Andrew Petrasiunas,
Choreographer Lisa Stevens, Set Designer
David Boechler, Costume Designer Lisa Wright,
                                                                    SPECIAL EVENT
Lighting Designer Kimberly Purtell.
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
a workshop production presented by the
              grand theatre and the stratford festival

AN UNDISCOVERED SHAKESPEARE
                              AN UNDISCOVERED SHAKESPEARE
                              A Spontaneous Theatre production by Rebecca Northan

                              OCTOBER 11 to 13
                              McMANUS STAGE

              One audience member. One love story. Ten beats per line.
              When William Shakespeare finds himself with writer’s block, his Muse
              delivers inspiration in the form of a surprise guest with a story to tell. At
              each performance, a willing patron is invited on stage to sit down with
              the Bard and share their personal love story. Every life is Shakespearean.
              Award-winning actor/improviser Rebecca Northan and a cast of some of
              Canada’s top improv talent spontaneously create Shakespeare’s “lost play”
              based on one person’s real-life romantic adventures — in iambic pentameter.
              From the creator of Blind Date comes her latest imagining. We are thrilled to be part
              of this new work in progress, and collaborating with the Stratford Festival. Blind
              Date has been seen around the world — imagine where this might travel. – DENNIS
              in development through the grand’s compass new play development program
              and the stratford festival laboratory.

              title sponsor                partner

                                                                                  SPECIAL EVENT
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
TIMOTHY FINDLEY’S   “EPIC...breathtakingly
                     haunting”

THEWARS
                                                calgary herald

                    Timothy Findley’s
                    THE WARS
                    Adapted and Directed
                    by Dennis Garnhum

                    OCTOBER 23 to NOVEMBER 11
                    SPRIET STAGE Opens October 26

                    This fall we commemorate the 100th anniversary of
                    the end of the Great War and honour the sacrifices
                    of our soldiers past and present with the Governor
                    General Award-winning story, The Wars. By one of
                    Canada’s most distinguished authors, this Canadian
                    classic follows young Robert Ross from his Toronto
                    family home to the muddy battlefields of France.
                    Intense and powerful, The Wars reminds us of the
                    sacrifice of our soldiers in the “war to end all wars.”
                    One of the greatest people I have ever worked with was
                    Timothy Findley. He was intensely patriotic and his
                    passion for Canada was extraordinary. When he talked
                    about this novel, he reminded me that we all live many
                    wars in our lives, and it is how we navigate them that
                    defines us. – DENNIS
                    Set Designer Allan Stichbury, Costume Designer Christina Poddubiuk,
                    Lighting Designer Bonnie Beecher, Sound Designer Richard Feren.

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FROM ITS WORLD PREMIERE AT THE
     NATIONA L THEATR E IN LONDON (UK) COMES
                                                                                          THE ONLY CANADIAN STOP ON THE NORTH
                                                                                         AMERICAN TOUR – 12 PERFORMANCES ONLY!

                                                                                                              the guardian

    A Fuel, National Theatre,   Newsroom, political platform, local hot spot,
    and West Yorkshire          confession box, preacher-pulpit, and football
    Playhouse co-production     stadium. For generations, African men have
    BARBER SHOP                 gathered in barber shops to discuss the world.
    CHRONICLES                  This dynamic new play leaps from a barber shop
    Written by Inua Ellams      in London to Johannesburg, Harare, Kampala,
                                Lagos, and Accra. These are places where the ban-
    NOVEMBER 15 to 24           ter can be barbed and the truth is always telling.
    SPRIET STAGE                The National Theatre is my (other) favourite theatre
    Opens November 16           in the world. When I saw this play there recently, the
                                explosive energy of these artists made for a thrilling
                                night. Hilarious, joyful, impactful, and made for
“                               today. The Grand proudly welcomes London to
    Joyous. Brilliantly         London. – DENNIS
    acted. Life-affirming.
    Go.” independent
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London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
THE BOY IN THE MOON
   “Deeply               “Gripping”      THE BOY IN THE MOON
                                         A Crow’s Theatre Production
    poignant”             now magazine   By Emil Sher based on a book by Ian Brown
    the globe and mail                   Directed by Chris Abraham
                                         Starring Kelly McNamee,
                                         Liisa Repo-Martell, and David Storch

                                         NOVEMBER 20 to DECEMBER 1
                                         McMANUS STAGE

                                         The true story of a family’s journey of raising
                                         their son Walker, severely disabled due to a
                                         rare genetic disorder. This award-winning
                                         memoir by CBC Radio and Globe and Mail
                                         journalist Ian Brown, powerful and moving
                                         in print, is even more extraordinary on stage.
                                         Director Chris Abraham reflects upon the
                                         impact of the play in that “it challenges us to
                                         think about the fundamentally fragile and
                                         uncertain nature of parenting and of life.”
                                         Raw honesty abounds in this production. It begins
                                         with Ian’s story, is illuminated by Emil’s theatrical-
                                         ity, and explodes with the bold acting of the Crow’s
                                         Theatre company. It left me shattered when I saw
                                         this production, and I will never forget it. Never.
                                         – DENNIS
                                         Set and Costume Designer Shannon Lea Doyle, Lighting
                                         Designers André Du Toit and Kimberly Purtell, Video Designer
                                         and Production Manager Remington North, Sound Designer
                                         Thomas Ryder Payne, Assistant Sound Designer Deanna H. Choi.
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
This Grand production of the Dickens classic debuted last season, delighting                                              A CHRISTMAS CAROL
and warming the hearts of thousands with its message of hope. Immerse                                                     By Charles Dickens
yourself in this spectacle of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation at the                                              Adapted by Dennis Garnhum
hands of the three ghostly spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet-to-Come.
                                                                                                                          Directed by Megan Watson
Return to all the magic, music, and sheer joy of this acclaimed adaptation and
begin your brand new holiday tradition!                                                                                   Based on original direction
                                                                                                                          by Dennis Garnhum
Our elaborate production overflows with joyful singing, dancing, and skating,
along with gorgeous scenery and costumes. All in all, the best way to kick off                                            DECEMBER 5 to 29
your holiday celebrations. – DENNIS                                                                                       SPRIET STAGE
                                                                                                                          Opens December 7
“BRILLIANT                                             ”
london free press                                                                                                         NEW THIS SEASON: From
                                                                                                                          the chill of the street to the
“JOYFUL”                                                                                                                  warmth of the Grand, follow
intermission magazine                                                                                                     the scent of cinnamon and
                                                                                                                          cider as you explore an arti-
                                                                                                                          sanal Christmas market in
                                                                                                                          Dickensian London. Our
                                                                                                                          lobby will be transformed,
                                                                                                                          featuring local vendors and
                                                                                                                          artists. Arrive early and enjoy
                                                                                                                          the treats of the season!

                                                                                                                      title sponsor
                                                                                  Set Designer Allan Stichbury,
                                                                                  Costume Designer Kelly Wolf,
                                                                                  Lighting Designer Bonnie Beecher,
                                                                                  Sound Designer Jim Neil.                                 SPECIAL EVENT
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
“STUNNING” toronto star
“An absolute triumph”
                                                MARGARET
 the globe and mail

 Margaret Atwood’s
 THE PENELOPIAD                                 ATWOOD’S

                                                THE PENELOPIAD
 Directed by Megan Follows

 JANUARY 22 to FEBRUARY 9
 SPRIET STAGE Opens January 25

“Now that I’m dead, I know everything.”
 So begins Penelope, the famously faithful
 wife of the Greek hero Odysseus, speaking
 from the afterlife in Hades. This all-female
 company retells Homer’s Odyssey through
 Penelope’s eyes: her husband’s return,
 along with vengeance and a shocking and
 violent injustice. Canadian literary icon
 Margaret Atwood (The Handmaid’s Tale,
 Alias Grace) flips the classical myth on its
 head, giving voice to the chorus of ten
 handmaidens. With acerbic wit and in-
 spired originality, this contemporary take
 on an ancient tale is Atwood at her finest.
 It is one thing to read Atwood, another to
 experience her words on the stage. Listen
 closely as these women from ancient times
 speak modern truths. – DENNIS

                  director
                  megan
                  follows
London, canada 2018/19 - Grand Theatre
MAGGIE
AND PIERRE
  MAGGIE AND PIERRE
  By Linda Griffiths with Paul Thompson
  A timeshare Production
  Directed by Rob Kempson
  Starring Kaitlyn Riordan

  FEBRUARY 12 to 16
  McMANUS STAGE

  Maggie is a 20-something flower child.
  Pierre is a 50-something Prime Minister.
  Henry is a reporter trying to make sense
  of a real-life soap opera playing out in
  front of a whole nation. The parents of
  our current Prime Minister come to life
  in a one-woman, Dora award-winning
  show on the making of Canada’s most
  famous romance. Electric and hilarious,
  it takes on a whole new resonance now
  that their son is in office.
  It’s a hilarious ride down memory lane.
  I couldn’t stop thinking about Justin
  throughout — one of their many unique
  accomplishments. – DENNIS
  Set and Costume Designer Jung-Hye Kim, Lighting
  Designer Oz Weaver, Sound Designer Steven Lafond.
T HE GHOST S OF T HE DON N ELLYS R ET U R N

VIGILANTE
                                                                            “Mesmerizing” ottawa citizen
                                                                            “
                                                                             A rare theatre experience”
                                                                             london free press

                                                                            “Explosive energy” edmonton journal
VIGILANTE
Book, Music, & Lyrics by Jonathan Christenson
Commissioned by the Citadel Theatre/Developed
in collaboration with the National Arts Centre
A Catalyst Theatre Production
Directed by Jonathan Christenson
Starring Jan Alexandra Smith

FEBRUARY 19 to MARCH 9
SPRIET STAGE Opens February 22

The story of the Donnellys — the shocking massacre of
Johannah Donnelly and her dangerously devoted sons
in nearby Lucan in 1880 — can still freeze the blood.
With a pulsing rock musical score, the Donnellys come
back to life to haunt us once more. Edmonton’s Catalyst
Theatre returns with its powerhouse cast, led by the
towering performance of Jan Alexandra Smith, in this
tale of brutal revenge and frontier justice.
Vigilante played to sold-out houses at the Grand two years
ago, and London has inundated us with requests to bring it
back. Let the music overtake you and the stories chill. The
Donnellys return — careful what you wish for. – DENNIS
Choreographer Laura Krewski, Set Jonathan Christenson & James Robert
Boudreau, Costume Designer Narda McCarroll, Lighting Designer Beth Kates,
Musical Director Matthew Skopyk, Sound Designer Wade Staples.                                    title
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AUGUST
           FENCES
                     August Wilson’s
                     FENCES
                     Directed by Djanet Sears

WILSON’S             Starring Nigel Shawn Williams

                     MARCH 19 to APRIL 6
                     SPRIET STAGE Opens March 22

                     All great plays are about family. Set in Pittsburgh
                     in the 1950s, a former Negro League baseball
                     star now supports his family by working as a
                     trash collector. The literal fence in the play is set
                     in contrast to the poetic ones that Troy, his wife
                     Rose, and his sons keep building up and trying to
                     tear down. You’ll see why this is one of the most
                     honoured plays of American theatre, winning the
                     Pulitzer Prize along with Tony and Drama Desk
                     awards for best new play.
                     A contemporary classic. The play is grounded in
                     gritty realism while sailing into lyrical inspiration
                     at the same time. It leaves me both uplifted and
                     devastated. That’s brilliant writing. – DENNIS

                    “A masterpiece”
                     variety

                    “A hallmark of American theatre”
                     the guardian

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a da ring a nd im mersi v e exp erience in t he mcm a n us

CABARET
                                                                       CABARET
                                                                       Book by Joe Masteroff
                                                                       Based on the play by John Van Druten
                                                                       and Stories by Christopher Isherwood
                                                                       Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb
                                                                       Directed by Dennis Garnhum

                                                                       APRIL 9 to 27
                                                                       McMANUS STAGE
                                                                       Opens April 11
“Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome.” Follow Sally Bowles down-
 stairs as she navigates the nightclub underworld of Berlin on the
 edge of fascism. Be drawn into the excesses and decadence of a
 time where everything was possible — until it wasn’t. Considered
 one of the greatest musicals ever, presented in a gritty, stripped-
 down, intimate setting that will extend from the McManus lobby
 and bar to the stage. Come to the Kit Kat Club, if you dare.
 Some stories become more relevant years or decades after
 they premiere. This musical is set against a backdrop where
 a brilliant society becomes a scary, scary world: freedoms
 become restricted, being unique becomes a threat.
 Sound familiar? – DENNIS
T HE GLOBA L SM A SH-HIT M USIC A L

MAMMA
                         “The ultimate feel-good tale of
                          love conquering all” the guardian

                          MAMMA MIA!
                          Music and Lyrics by Benny Andersson

MIA!
                          and Björn Ulvaeus
                          And some songs with Stig Anderson
                          Book by Catherine Johnson
                          Originally Conceived by Judy Craymer
                          Co-production with the Charlottetown Festival
                          Directed by Adam Brazier

                          APRIL 23 to MAY 11
                          SPRIET STAGE Opens April 26

                          Summer, warm breezes, Greece, all of your
                          favourite abba songs: pure musical heaven.
                          Sophie is getting married and wants to find her
                          father so he can walk her down the aisle. But
                          how to persuade her mom, Donna, to reveal
                          the long-held secret of who he is? Add an idyllic
                          Mediterranean setting, three possible dads, the
                          hits of the greatest dance band ever, and you
                          have the most popular musical of our time.
                          The best way to finish a season of extraordinary
                          plays and usher in springtime? Easy. The worldwide
                          phenomenon of Mamma Mia! Sit back, relax, and
                          soak it all up. You deserve it. – DENNIS

                          title                      Music Director Bob Foster,
                          sponsor                    Choreographer Lisa Stevens.
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                                                                             SCHOOLS
                                                                                                                            “I give it about
                                                                                                                              100 thousand
                                                                                                                              thumbs up”
                                                                                                                              grade 4 student, blessed
                                                                                                                              sacrament catholic elementary

                                                                              Following the success of its 2018 launch with the tour of Beethoven Lives
                                                                              Upstairs, 100 Schools returns this season to delight another 100 elementary
                                                                              schools! The program will again travel across the region, transforming school
                                                                              gymnasiums and auditoriums into magical spaces of inspiration and discov-
                                                                              ery through the power of live theatre. Thanks to the generous support of our
                                                                              donors and sponsors, more than 30,000 elementary students in public, pri-
                                                                              vate, and home schools across the region will experience the 100 Schools Tour
                                                                              in 2019 — all at no cost to the schools.
Following two smash-hit seasons, Peter Brennan’s Jeans ’n Classics series
returns with five more electric concerts on the Spriet Stage. The Jeans ’n
Classics rock symphony will travel through the Disco and ’80s eras and       “This is my                    “It was so cool to see.
explore the music of iconic groups such as The Who, Journey, and more!
                                                                              first ever                       I didn’t know our gym could look
                                                                              experience with                  like that!” grade 8 student,

August 16                           April 11                                  the Grand and I
                                                                                                                           lord elgin public school

journey and                         strange magic:                            really enjoyed it!”            “Watching this made me under-
supertramp                          the music of electric                     Grade 4 student, Holy Cross
                                                                              Catholic Elementary
                                                                                                              stand how important it can be to
                                    light orchestra                                                            follow your dreams”
October 4                                                                     make a difference
                                                                                                               Grade 7 student, St. Francis Catholic Elementary

Amazing ’80s
                                                                              community pillar partner
                                    May 30
January 10
                                    disco inferno:                                                             Watch for the announcement of the
                                                                                                               2019 touring production! For details

the who                             a disco ball                              program sponsors                 visit grandtheatre.com/100-schools or
                                                                                                               contact our Education Department at
                                                                                                               100schools@grandtheatre.com.
The national event series everybody
is talking about comes to the Grand!
                                                                         ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE
                                                                         NEW! It’s all about Wednesdays
in collaboration with the grand theatre
western university presents
                                                                         THE WEDNESDAY SPEAK EASY

THE WALRUS TALKS
                                                                         Extend your theatre experience and get closer to the artists after the performance with exclu-
                                                                         sive talks, casual conversations, and spontaneous happenings in the relaxed atmosphere of
                                                                         the Poster Lounge or McManus stage. Pull up a chair — the bar will be open!

REMEMBRANCE
                                                                         PRE-SHOW THEATRE TALKS
                                                                         Arrive a little early to the Wednesday matinee and join host James Stewart Reaney as he
                                                                         sparks creative conversations about the production.

                                                                         TEACHERS CLUB
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5 AT 7PM SPRIET STAGE                                   Relax, unwind, mingle with friends and peers, and enjoy a night out at the theatre. Join the
                                                                         Teachers Club and experience all six Spriet Stage Series shows with special post-show events
                                                                         in the Poster Lounge for only $180.
Featuring some of Canada’s brightest minds with ideas on what we
remember, and why it matters.                                            STUDENTS CLUB
                                                                         Especially for teens, Students Club is an all-access pass to the Spriet    program sponsor
                                                                         Stage Series – 6 shows for only $81. Become a member and enjoy a fun
                                     The Walrus Talks format features    night out with friends that includes a ticket to the show and a special
                                     seven speakers for seven min-       post-show event with the artists in the Poster Lounge.
                                     utes each on topics related to a
                                     single theme. The Walrus Talks      STUDENT MATINEES
                                     Remembrance will explore the        Share the power of the live theatre experience with your students at           program
                                                                                                                                                        sponsor
                                     nature of how our minds work,       the student matinee series. Schools enjoy discounted group rates for
                                     how memories define us, and how     students and teachers through this subsidized initiative. Expand your
                                     the past can shape the future.      experience with pre-show study guides, a post-show talk with cast and
                                                                         crew, and backstage tours. Call us at 519.672.9030 ext. 291 or email
                                     Artists, writers, business lead-    groups@grandtheatre.com.
                                     ers, and more will give their own
                                     unique perspectives on remem-
                                     brance, leaving the audience
                                     thinking, “I never thought of it    GROUPS AND CORPORATE PACKAGES
                                     that way!”                          With as few as 10 people, you get great group rates and benefits! Whether you’re planning
                                                                         a night out with friends, celebrating with family, entertaining clients, rewarding your
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                                     Box Office at 519.672.8800          Let us customize your visit with reception venues, tours, and more. Call us at 519.672.9030
                                     or visit grandtheatre.com.          ext. 291 or email groups@grandtheatre.com.
ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES & SERVICES                                                             BE A PART OF SOMETHING GRAND
The Grand Theatre is committed to arts accessibility and the ongoing improvement of           More than ever before our donors will enjoy a deeper sense
programs, spaces, and services to support an extraordinary experience for all patrons. For
more information on the following or to book, please contact our patron services represen-
                                                                                              of participation and satisfaction knowing they have helped
tatives at 519.672.8800 or email boxoffice@grandtheatre.com.                                  us achieve our collective vision for the future of the Grand.

            ASSISTIVE HEARING DEVICES New complimentary wireless                              GRAND Supporters $10-2499
            radio frequency assistive hearing devices are available for performances on       Partners / Members / Friends / Associates
            both the Spriet and McManus stages.                                               Your support will enable us to expand and enhance programming. Benefit
                                                                                              highlights include: recognition in house programs, drink tickets, season
            ASL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES American Sign                                        poster collection, and complimentary coat checks.
            Language interpretation by trained interpreters will be offered throughout the
            season for both Spriet and McManus Stage productions. Visit us online for the
            full performance schedule.                                                        GRAND Champions $2500-4999
                                                                                              LONDON PROUD CLUB
                                                                                              Grand Champions have made a commitment to transforming the Grand, on
            OPEN CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES Open captioned
            performances will be offered throughout the season for Spriet Stage               and off the stage. As a Grand Champion, you will attend specially designed
            productions. A screen is located at the front of the stage with dialogue          events with like-minded supporters that will unlock the backstage experience
            and sound effects displayed as text in real time. Visit us online for the full    of play production. Benefit highlights include: reserved and preferred seating
            performance schedule.                                                             at all panel discussions, exclusive behind-the-scenes events, a season finale
                                                                                              reception, your name directly associated with one of our 100 Schools perfor-
            ASL AMBASSADORS Trained ASL volunteer interpreters are located                    mances, and a personalized house account.
            in our lobbies during ASL and open captioned performances for assistance.
                                                                                              GRAND Visionaries $5000-20,000+
            WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE SEATING is available on the main                            Ambassadors’ Circle / Patrons’ Circle / Directors’ Circle
            level of the Spriet Stage and in the front row of the McManus Stage. Accessible   Pace-setting support at this elite level will, in turn, provide you with the
            seating locations not requiring the use of stairs are available in both the
                                                                                              most exclusive and personalized benefits, designed to bring you up close
            main and balcony levels of the Spriet Stage and the front row of the McManus
            Stage. A wheelchair is available for use onsite. Elevator access and accessible   and personal with the artists working at our theatre, as well as the Artistic
            washrooms are located throughout the building. We welcome support persons         and Executive Directors. Benefit highlights include: complimentary hosting
            accompanying patrons with special needs and will provide them with a free         opportunities for select performances, curated events with the Artistic and
            ticket. Designated accessible parking spaces are available at various locations   Executive Directors, Opening Night subscription, and more.
            within the vicinity of the theatre.

                                                                                              Join today or upgrade your giving level to access the exclusive benefits
            LARGE PRINT Our website offers the option to enlarge print. House
            programs for the 2018/19 season will be available online with the option of       that speak to you. Contact our Development Department at 519.672.9030
            enlarged print. Service animals are always welcome onsite.                        ext. 262 or development@grandtheatre.com. A complete list of benefits
                                                                                              is available at grandtheatre.com.
compass New Play Development is dedi-                                      AMBROSE SMALL: An Extravagantly Musical,
                                     cated to creating and premiering new work                                  Mysteriously Grand Ghost Story
                                     on the Grand’s stages. This program reflects
                                                                                                                Playwright Trina Davies
                                     our belief that in order to be a relevant
                                     theatre company, we must premiere our                                      World Premiere Halloween 2020 – Celebrating the Grand’s 50th
                                                                                                                Anniversary Season
                                     stories on our stages.                               trina davies
                                                                                                                 Canadian theatre tycoon Ambrose Small built London’s Grand Theatre
                                     compass is a vital part of who we are at the         in 1901. On December 2, 1919 he vanished, never to be found. Set against the wildly scandal-
                                     Grand. Our four commissioned plays continue          ous vaudeville era, Ambrose Small will invite audiences to explore the Grand as an interactive,
                                     to be researched, written, and developed by          site-specific musical adventure.
                                     some of the top theatre makers in the country.
                                     We are diving deep into the stories that are clos-                         Starlight Tours
                                     est to our hearts and look forward to debuting                             A musical drama centred on events reported in Saskatchewan in the
                                     these stories in future seasons. – DENNIS                                  early 2000s that trace back to the 1970s. A series of investigations
                                                                                                                revealed a practice by the Saskatoon police of taking First Nations
                                                                                                                people to the city limits and abandoning them at the side of the road in
                                                                                                                the dead of winter. The practice became known as “starlight tours.”

   SILENCE
                                                                                          melanie florence
                                                                                                                Mi’kmaq artist, musician, composer, and playwright Cathy Elliot was
                                                                                                                originally commissioned to write the book. She passed away suddenly
                                                                                                                following the first workshop of Starlight Tours with the Canadian Music
                                                                                                                Theatre Project at Sheridan College. In honour of Cathy we will con-
                                                                                                                tinue to develop Starlight Tours with Writer Melanie Florence and Leslie
   Mabel and Alexander                                                                                          Arden as Composer and Lyricist.

   Graham Bell                                                                                                  leslie arden and cathy elliot in workshop for starlight tours.

   By Trina Davies                                                                        An Undiscovered Shakespeare
   Directed by Peter Hinton                                                               Partnering with the Stratford Festival, COMPASS is proud to support the development of
                                                                                          Spontaneous Theatre’s latest improvised creation. An Undiscovered Shakespeare will present a
   A Grand Theatre                                                                        workshop on the McManus Stage for a limited special event run, October 11 to 13, 2018.
   (London, ON) production
                                                                                          Also in development:                                            ambrose small, guy lombardo’s
                                                                                                                                                          new year’s eve, and london bridges
                                                                                          GUY LOMBARDO’S NEW YEAR’S EVE                                   development sponsored by
The COMPASS New Play Development program officially launched in January 2018              Orchestrations and Original Music by Dave Pierce
on the Spriet Stage with the world premiere of Silence: Mabel and Alexander Graham
Bell. We are thrilled to announce that the Grand’s production will travel to Ottawa’s     LONDON BRIDGES                                                  starlight tours development
National Arts Centre this October to open the English Theatre 2018/19 season,             Playwrights to be announced                                     sponsored by
celebrating the NAC’s 50th Anniversary.
tara rosling as mabel in silence, world premiere january 16 to february 3, 2018.          For more compass stories and                                    an undiscovered shakespeare
set & costume designer michael gianfrancesco, lighting & projection designer                                                                              title sponsor
beth kates, composer and sound designer richard feren. claus andersen photo.              development updates, visit us online
                                                                                          at grandtheatre.com/compass.
CHOOSE YOUR PACKAGE
see more, save more!                                                            students club                                                         Spriet Stage
WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU PAY (HST and Capital Improvement Fees included)        See six plays on the Spriet Stage                                     Timothy Findley’s The Wars
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                                                                                                                                                      Prom Queen: The Musical
                                                                                                                                                      An Undiscovered Shakespeare
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                                                                                                                                                      A Christmas Carol
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                                                                                                                                 December 5 to 29, Spriet Stage
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                                                                     We would like to acknowledge the history of the traditional territory in which the Grand Theatre operates. We would
                                                                     also like to respect the longstanding relationships of the three local First Nations groups of this land and place in
                                                                     Southwestern Ontario. The three First Nations communities closest in proximity to the Grand are the Chippewa of
                                                                     the Thames First Nation (part of the Anishinaabe), the Oneida Nation of the Thames (part of the Haudenosaunee)
                                                                     and the Munsee-Delaware Nation (part of the Leni-Lunaape).
                                                                     Illustrations by Scott McKowen, graphic design by Allysha Witt, Punch & Judy Inc. Cabaret illustration adapted
                                                                     from a photograph by Ellen von Unwerth. Photo of Dennis Garnhum at United Kutz Barber Shop and Grand
                                                                     marquee photo (opposite) by Gotham Studios. Photo for Barber Shop Chronicles by Dean Chalkley. Photo of David
                                                                     Storch and Liisa Repo-Martell in The Boy in the Moon by Dahlia Katz. Photo of Pierre and Margaret Trudeau, 1972,
                                                                     by Boris Spremo/Toronto Star/Getty Images. Photo of Vigilante cast by David Cooper. Photo of Jeans ’n Classics
                                                                     concert by Peter Marcoux.
an undiscovered shakespeare

                                  cabaret
timothy findley’s
the wars
barber shop national
            theatre (uk)
chronicles exclusive
           engagement
crow’s theatre’s the boy in the moon

a christmas carol
       the penelopiad
margaret
atwood’s
prom queen mamma mia!
the musical/high school project

august wilson’s                    maggie and
fences pierre
theatre’s vigilante
catalyst

jeans ‘n classics

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Dennis Garnhum Artistic Director
Deb Harvey Executive Director
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