Chris is glad to be back in the orchestra for his seventh (or eighth?) performance with TCP. Chris lives in Stratford with his partner, Sharon, and performs in many local musical groups, among them Strings and Traps, the Festival City Big Band and the Stratford Concert Band. Chris is happily retired after working as an engineer with Cooper Standard Automotive. Spending time with family and friends and playing pickleball are his favourite pastimes.

Tim’s first TCP production was Children of Eden in 2004. Since then he has played drums in 17 TCP shows. He lives with his wife, Mary, in Stratford, and performs in many groups in the Stratford area. He is pleased to be a member of such a talented group.

Danny received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University. He currently plays trombone in the Stratford Concert Band and the Festival City Big Band. He has previously performed with the Guelph Symphony Orchestra and the Thornhill Community Band. Danny lives in Stratford with his wife and daughter.

This is Simon’s first show with TCP, but he has performed with KWMP a handful of times, including Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in Concert (Zebulun) and Guys and Dolls. Simon thanks his friends, his brothers and his fellow performers for helping him do what he loves.

John is truly excited to be joining the cast for TCP’s 40th-anniversary show. It is an honour to be able to perform with this very talented company.

Since his first TCP show, Children of Eden, Aaron has appeared in six more TCP productions, including playing Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. He has also directed The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Murder on the Orient Express. It has been extra-special to have his niece, Noella, two of his drama students, and friends from TCP and beyond as part of this amazing experience.

This is Noella’s first time onstage with TCP. She loves to sing, dance and hang out with her friends. Noella was the voice of Daisy in TCP’s Murder on the Orient Express in 2022. Thanks to uncle Aaron for encouraging her to get involved in theatre.

Naomi is thrilled to be making her theatrical debut with TCP. She is a member of the junior choir at Sir Adam Beck Public School. Naomi would like to thank her mom for encouraging her to audition, and the TCP team for the opportunity to be part of such a vibrant and welcoming community.

Suzanne is happy to be returning to the TCP stage for the fifth time. Past shows with TCP include Ragtime, Mary Poppins, Oliver! and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Many thanks to my family and friends for your encouragement and support.

Tracy is thrilled to be involved with TCP for the first time. She has also appeared onstage with theatre groups in Elmira, Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener, Elora and Woodstock. Tracy is a published writer and playwright whose work has been produced by the Elmira, Cambridge and Kitchener theatres, and by She Speaks Productions.

Tom is Assistant Music Director of the WRPS Ceremonial Band and also enjoys playing with the Ebytown Brass and various local ensembles. A graduate of Humber College and the UWO Faculty of Music, Tom is excited to add Anne of Green Gables to his musical résumé.

This is Rob’s first production with TCP and he is thrilled to be part of this wonderful cast. Rob has performed in various KWMP shows, most recently as Farqaad in Shrek. Playing Matthew has a special place in Rob’s heart, as his daughter, AJ, played Anne in Charlottetown twice. Rob wants to thank the three special A’s in his life for their love and support.

This is Dale’s ninth TCP show. His favourite roles include Harold Hill in The Music Man and Frank Butler in Annie Get Your Gun (TCP), Don Lockwood in Singin’ in The Rain and Riff in West Side Story (RCMPI), and Simon Zealotus in Jesus Christ Superstar (KWMP). Many thanks to family and friends for their unwavering support. “Theatre is life!”

This is Scott’s first time playing with TCP. After his retirement from the Thames Valley District School Board, Scott became Music Coordinator for the Columbus School in Medellin, Colombia. Currently, he performs with the Wellington Winds and the Stratford Concert Band, and he enjoys being retired with his wife, Catherine.

Paige is thrilled to return to the TCP stage. Credits include Up Close and Personal and The Hunchback of Notre Dame with TCP, and Jesus Christ Superstar with KWMP. When not onstage, she enjoys being involved in the production side of theatre, usually as a stage manager or assistant production manager. She thanks her family and friends for all the love and support. Enjoy!

Claire is excited to be back onstage for her second performance with TCP, after The Hunchback of Notre Dame. TCP has always been a part of Claire’s life, and it’s so fun for her to be involved in this way, especially sharing the stage with her mom, sister, cousin and grandma. Lots of love to dad and Milo.

Leah is looking forward to being onstage for her first show with TCP―after almost performing in Beauty and the Beast before it was canceled by COVID. She is very excited to be acting alongside her cousin, grandma, mom and sister, and new friends as well. Leah is so thankful for all the support from her friends and family, and can’t wait to see you in the audience.

Nicole is thrilled to be back onstage alongside her daughters, mom and niece for our 40th-season production. Nicole also works behind the scenes as president of TCP, and has been in various production roles throughout her time with the company since her first show at 4 years old. Love to Brian, Claire and Leah, without whom I couldn’t do any of this!

Leah is excited to be in her third TCP musical, having previously performed in Oliver! and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. She has also been onstage in several Drayton productions. Leah attends Eastwood Collegiate High School in the Integrated Arts program, specializing in drama, dance and vocal music. She can’t wait for you to see the show.

Susan is excited to be onstage for this production. This is her first year with TCP. She is active in the music program at Nith Valley Mennonite Church, plays piano and has directed many children’s plays and musicals. Susan is grateful for the encouragement of family and friends.

Nancy has been with TCP for six years, being in the cast for An Ideal Husband, Oliver!, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Beauty and the Beast, Murder on the Orient Express and Up Close and Personal. Her backstage experience includes Assistant Stage Manager for Calendar Girls and Stage Manager for Take Two’s The Best Brothers. Nancy is thrilled to be part of the amazing cast and crew of Anne of Green Gables.

Hannah is honoured and ecstatic to be making her TCP debut. When she’s not at rehearsal, you can find Hannah training for a run, catching up on the latest Disney/Formula 1/Broadway news, or taking in a local show. Hannah would like to thank her family and friends for their constant love and support.

Caleigh is very excited about her first show with TCP. She has also been in Guys and Dolls and The Addams Family with KWMP. Caleigh is grateful for the wonderful cast and crew who made this show possible.

Sim was born and raised in Toronto, and picked up the French horn at the age of 13. She completed her bachelor’s in horn performance at Wilfrid Laurier University in 2023, and now plays with the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra and the Milton Philharmonic. She is very excited to be playing in Anne of Green Gables, her first time in a musical pit, and she’s looking forward to being in more shows in the future.

Michele is so happy to return to TCP, this time around as Acting Coach. Her previous TCP roles include Mrs. Sowerberry (Oliver!) and the Wicked Witch (The Wizard of Oz); she was also the Director of Educating Rita. Michele is an award-winning actor and a founding member of Ayr Community Theatre. She thanks TCP for the opportunity to work with this fabulously talented team.

Alison is a singer and accompanist from New Hamburg, and is thrilled to be trusted with such an iconic role. She’s worked with several community theatre groups in the area. Favourite roles include Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, Sister Amnesia in Nunsense, Morticia in The Addams Family, Big Mama in Chicago, Marmee in Little Women and Mother in Ragtime. Love to my biggest fans, my family.

Sarah is delighted to be onstage with TCP for the first time. As she rekindles her love of musical theatre and the stage, she would like to dedicate these performances to her supportive and loving family and friends.

Brooke is excited to be joining her TCP family in Avonlea as Artistic Director and as a cast member. Select credits: The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Up Close and Personal, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Wizard of Oz, Oliver!, The Sound of Music and KW Glee. Film: The Handmaid’s Tale, Ginny and Georgia and The Hardy Boys. Brooke would like to thank her family and the TCP company for their support.

Brooke appears with the permission of the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA).

Kelsey is excited to be back onstage with TCP. Credits include Up Close and Personal, Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast, Waitress #2 in Rock of Ages, Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz and KW Glee. She would like to thank her friends and family for their continuous support.

Kathy is happy to be back with TCP for her 13th show. She is also a member of the Stratford Concert Band and the Festival City Big Band. Kathy works in the Faculty of Music at Wilfrid Laurier University. It’s always great to share the love of music with her husband, Laurence.

Laurence is happy to be back for his eighth show with TCP. He conducted the orchestra for Fiddler On The Roof, Ragtime and Nunsense, and played in the orchestra for The Music Man, Annie Get Your Gun, Joseph and Mary Poppins. Laurence is also the conductor of the Stratford Concert Band, and the bassist and director of the Festival City Big Band, both in Stratford.

Deanne is feeling “mighty proud” to be back onstage for her eighth show with TCP after being in Hunchback, Oliver!, and Mary Poppins, among others. Offstage, Deanne teaches at Laurel Heights S.S. in Waterloo. Heartfelt thanks to the Leadership and creative teams for bringing this show to the stage, and to my biggest fans, my family.

This is Hal’s 20-somethingth show in the TCP pit. He has played sax and clarinet in numerous bands, theatre pits and small groups across a swath of southern Ontario. Thanks to Laurence and all the members of the orchestra, and especially to Beth, Mai and one of our two cats.

Jack loves working backstage for theatre. Backstage credits: ASM for Murder on the Orient Express and Lighting Operator for Up Close & Personal (TCP), and Stage Manager for Footloose (DEYA). Jack thanks his family and friends for all the support.

This is Steve’s 10th show with TCP. He also plays with the Stratford Concert Band and the Festival City Big Band. Thanks to Rosemary and Daisy for all their support.

Andrea is thrilled to be returning to community theatre and TCP after a 16-year break. Andrea has participated in TCP’s productions of The Wizard of Oz, The Music Man and Carousel. She is most excited about sharing this experience with her oldest daughter, Helena.

Helena is a grade-six student at St. Paul’s in Kitchener. She is very excited to be performing in her first musical production, and is grateful to all the incredible members of the cast and crew who have helped and taught her along the way.

Sophie began her TCP journey in Oliver! as the tiniest urchin, and followed with Hunchback, as a slightly bigger urchin. She was Young Elsa in Frozen Jr. at Rockway and has been performing with the Singer’s Theatre for eight years, most recently as Jack in the Canadian Premiere of The Battle of Boat. Sophie loves to write and perform her own songs, and wants to thank her theatre community for providing amazing opportunities.

Dave is pleased to be back onstage with TCP after 2019’s amazing The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Favourite past roles are Charlie Brown in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (JM Drama), Max in Dial M For Murder (Elmira Theatre Company) and Marcus Lycus in A Funny Thing Happened. . . (Stratford Community Players). Dave thanks his wife for putting up with him for 25 years, and dedicates his performance to Michael Smyth, who would have been on this stage with him.

Laurie started her journey with TCP in 2003 as a farmer’s wife in Oklahoma! Over the years she has been onstage, backstage, box office, front of house, and even on the Leadership Team. This is her first show as half of the front of house management team. As the Theatre Manager, she hopes to maintain the excellent experience that our patrons have had in past years.

In her seventh show with TCP, Sanja is super-excited to be using her painting skills to bring the set of Anne Of Green Gables to life. Working with a talented creative and construction crew, she hopes that the audience will be charmed by the nostalgic PEI. When not painting sets, she recharges by teaching, playing volleyball and hiking with her partner, Darryl, and their dog, Waffles.

I currently perform with the Stratford Concert Band and the Grand Philharmonic Choir in Kitchener. This is my first show with The Community Players.

Trevyn is thrilled and excited to be part of this show. His favourite roles include Roy in The Battle Of Boat, Peter Pan in Peter Pan Jr., Sven in Frozen Jr., Drake in Annie Jr. and Charlie Sloane in Anne Of Green Gables Jr. Trevyn would like to thank his mom for all the incredible and amazing things she has done for him, and for always being there through the highs and lows.

At the age of 14, Alivia, an aspiring actress, is excited to be in her first TCP show. She is determined to continue chasing her passion for acting and has enjoyed her experience in the TCP community. 

David is honoured to be back for his third TCP show. David hails from Nova Scotia and currently lives in Guelph, where he is a member of the Guelph Concert Band and Son de la Guayra.

Ann is thrilled to be back with TCP as part of the Avonlea ensemble and working with the production team. Singing, dancing and hunting for props are three interests that make being part of this musical an absolute joy.

TCP debut! Elsewhere: Broadway Our Way, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (KWMP), Grease (P&P) and KW Glee.

After several shows onstage with TCP (Carrie in Carousel, Widow Corney in Oliver!, Cora in Calendar Girls, Lady Markby in An Ideal Husband), Anna is very excited to take on the role of Music Director. Having played Diana in a production of Anne of Green Gables with RCMPI a full 30 years ago, it feels full circle to be part of the artistic team bringing this amazing show to life once again. During the day, Anna can be found in a closet in her basement, narrating audio books. Much love as always to Ed, Pieter and Dani, who always provide unconditional love and support.

This is Grace’s second production with TCP―but Beauty and the Beast was canceled, unfortunately, so this will be her first performance with them, and she is beyond excited! Other credits include Peter Pan, The Wizard of Oz (WCI) and the Queen of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland (ByDesign). Thank you to my family and friends for always supporting my passions.

This is Alex’s second show with TCP. He has done several musicals with KWLT in the past. Outside musical theatre, he writes and produces synth-pop and progressive rock, and enjoys long-distance bicycle trips in warmer weather.

Logan is excited to be in his third TCP show. He is a grade 11 student at Eastwood Collegiate Institute, majoring in vocal music and drama. He is also involved with KW Glee, and was in a recent production of Godspell. Thank you to the cast and crew for their hard work and dedication.

Eliza is a ballet, jazz and modern teacher at the Carousel Dance Centre, and the Children and Youth Programs Coordinator at Nexus Church in downtown Kitchener. She is a recent graduate from OISE with a master’s in adult education and community development. She is very excited to be choreographing her first show with TCP.

TCP debut. Elizabeth is thrilled to be joining TCP, playing such an iconic character. She loves acting and singing (love to AD), and has been involved in theatre for many years. Recently she played Joey Biltmore in KWMP’s Guys and Dolls. She would like to thank family and friends for their love and support, and sincerely hopes to make PH proud.

This is Cassandra’s first TCP pit. She is studying trumpet with Guy Few at Wilfrid Laurier University, is principal trumpet with the Milton Philharmonic, and has played with numerous other groups, such as the Waterloo Chamber Players and the Milton Concert Band.

Mike has been involved in instrumental music for many years. His involvement in musical theatre includes such productions as Fiddler on the Roof and Guys and Dolls. Mike resides in Stratford and worked for an aerospace manufacturing company as a design engineer before retiring. He is currently a member of the Stratford Concert Band and the Festival City Big Band.

Sherry has been on TCP’s Leadership Team since 2015, and for the past two years has been involved in stage management. She is excited to be working behind the scenes on a much-loved family classic. It is also a fabulous opportunity to work alongside and learn from Katrina. Thank you to everyone who has made this possible.

David has played woodwinds for many community groups, bands and orchestras in the KW, Stratford and GTA areas, including several shows with TCP. He is excited that TCP musicals are back onstage.

It is wonderful to be part of a musical production again. This is Gail’s 10th show with TCP; favourites include Nunsense, Aida, Hunchback, Mary Poppins and Oliver! Gail has also played with the Stratford Community Players and the Perth County Players. In memory of her dad, who supported her musical interests for years. Thanks to her family for doing without her during shows and to Karen for teaching her the ropes (miss you).

Isaac is delighted to be onstage for the fourth time with TCP. Favourite TCP roles include Michael Banks in Mary Poppins and the title role in Oliver! Isaac attends Waterloo-Oxford and is an active member of the music and drama programs. He would like to thank TCP for providing exceptional community theatre to his hometown.

After 10 years volunteering with TCP, Claudia is excited to be heading up the front-of-house management team. She is not ready to make her stage debut just yet, but she is happy to continue her involvement in any way possible, to help TCP continue the theatre experience that brings patrons back year after year.

Sierra joined TCP for Beauty and the Beast in 2020. She has loved music her entire life, and takes after her dad in her musical-theatre endeavours.

Mike is extremely proud to be joining the TCP cast of Anne of Green Gables. This is his first musical. Mike lives in Cambridge with his family. As a child, Mike was a member of the Cambridge Boys Choir. Thank you to Carolyn, family and friends for the encouragement and support.

Ben is thrilled to be designing lighting with TCP. Since 2022, he has designed lighting for Ghost Island Light and Opening Night for the St. Mary’s Community Players, and has served as lighting designer and director on productions across Ontario. He is Forum Marketing Coordinator at the Stratford Festival, and lives with his wife, Gaby, his kitty, Reia, and his puppy, Paskwa.

This is Riley’s first musical and she is super-excited to be here. She really hopes you will enjoy the show.

Katrina is proud to be back in the booth for TCP after having stage-managed Calendar Girls and run the lights for Take 2. A York University graduate, Katrina has been SM-ing for 30 years. Favourite credits include Urinetown and Singin’ in The Rain (GGMP) and The Addams Family (SCP). Much love to my wonderful family for supporting me in everything I do.

Alina is thrilled to be making her TCP debut with this beautiful show. Other credits: The Battle of Boat, Broadway Our Way, Young at Heart, Our Town, Spring Awakening, Alice. Thank you to Amanda, Paul and my family and friends, who have been supporting me on my theatre and performance journey.

Abby is very excited to be in her third show with TCP. She loves acting and is very happy to be doing it with lots of family and friends. Abby would like to thank her parents and her aunt Nicole for driving her to rehearsals, as well as her family and friends for being so supportive.

Wendy has been involved with TCP since 1989. She joined the Leadership Team at its inception and served for more than 20 years. She has many favourite shows and roles―too many to mention. But most exciting has been to share the shows with her daughters, Nicole and Rachel, through the years, and now to have Nicole and three granddaughters (Claire, Abby and Leah) joining her in Avonlea. Thanks as always to Sandy for support at home.

This is Erin’s seventh show with TCP, including three shows in the cast. Erin plays regularly with various community-theatre groups across southwestern Ontario, performing on violin, cello, double bass, bass guitar, mandolin and recorder. In her spare time Erin practices dentistry in her office in St. Clements, is involved in health-care regulation, and is working on an LLM degree with a specialization in health law.

This is Jared’s fifth show with TCP, but he’s excited to be in his first musical. Jared has just finished his master’s in English and film studies at Wilfrid Laurier University, and is looking forward to continuing with TCP.

Laurinda has been involved with sewing and costumes for as long as she can remember. Her first adventure with the TCP costume team was for The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Since then she has acted as Head of Costumes for Murder on the Orient Express, An Ideal Husband and now Anne of Green Gables. She is very thankful for the hard work of her team members in putting these shows together.

Lisette is thrilled to rejoin TCP as Assistant Production Manager. Notable production and stage-management roles: Steel Magnolias, Ragtime, Oliver! and Noises Off. Notable onstage credits: Aida, The Music Man, Fiddler, Mary Poppins and Hunchback. When not volunteering, she’s a strong advocate for perinatal mental health in the region. She currently juggles her volunteer work with two rambunctious kiddos at home.

Poppy is 9 years old and lives in New Hamburg. This is her first experience with the theatre and she is thrilled to be part of the youth ensemble. Poppy has spent her spare time learning different skills in dance and gymnastics, but has recently found her passion in cheer, which she will perform competitively.

Alf is excited to return to TCP as Head of Construction. Previously he held the role for An Ideal Husband. He has also been involved in constructing and designing sets for many church productions.

Jeffrey has enjoyed being part of TCP since 2019, taking on various roles onstage and off. Past TCP roles include Kyle Best in Best Brothers and Dom Claude Frollo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Jeffrey just finished a run of Kinky Boots with RCMPI, where he played Charlie Price. Offstage, Jeffrey was Stage Manager for Murder on the Orient Express and Production Manager for An Ideal Husband. He currently sits on the Leadership Team as the Head of Production. Jeffrey is so grateful for his supportive husband, who puts up with the long hours required to put on a show.