I dropped by a rehearsal for The Odd Couple and snapped a few shots of the cast and director in preparation.  Although they're just getting started, the show is already a hoot and I had a few good laughs while I was there.  I predict this will be a brililant production with a wonderful cast. 

Below are the core cast including from left to right: Rob Torr, Laura Caswell, Julia Guthrie, Rob Woodcock and facing the group is Director, Kathryn Delory.

Those doing their shopping at Brampton's downtown market last Saturday were pleasantly surprised to be serenaded by Centre Stage finalists from the Lorna Bissell Fountain Stage in front of the Rose Theatre.  

Centre Stage is a talent competition for high school students in Brampton held each year by the Rose Theatre.

Last night after the performance, Danny Harvey (director) and the cast of Broadway Gold II stuck around to answer questions and chat with some audience members.  Gabriella Currie moderated. 

I attended the first read through for Rose Summer Season's The War Show, You'll Get Used To It yesterday afternoon.  It's a wonderful show with a lot of laughs and admittedly I dropped a tear or two as well.  Below are a few candid shots.



Nancy Silverman and Sweeney MacArthur.   It was tough catching Sweeney in a moment where he didn't have the whole cast in stitches!


  Kraig Waye is Sharkey - you may remember him from last summer season in Songs for a New World.

Above - Director Danny Harvey and Assistant Stage Manager Jake Maric.

Below -  Jay Davis hamming it up.  Jay plays the role of Dusty.

Summer is practically here, we've had so many beautiful days already and now it's official... the Rose Theatre Patio in the Garden Square is finally open!

Lots of us have already been hosting our meetings out there, enjoying lunch and soon there will also be a slew of excellent free entertainment - Movies on the big screen, Tuesday and Saturdays, Friday night concerts with Dean McTaggert, and Thursday afternoon's with the Brampton folk club.  Visit http://www.rosetheatre.ca/ for the full listing of these events.

It's just around the corner now.  Wednesday night at 7 pm is the big day for our incredible Brampton talent to shine on the Rose Stage.  As they ramp up, here are a few thoughts from two more of our finalists.

Rhiannon Deline
What is your first performance memory?

I was 7 years old when I had my first solo at school.
I performed "Part of your world" From the Little Mermaid.
I was terrified! But it was the first time I realized..this is what I wanna do.

Who is your biggest inspiration/idol and why?
John Lennon. He is a great inspiration.  Not just because of his brilliant music, but because of the person he was.  He was not afraid of standing up for what he believed in, and gave millions of people a sense of hope and boosted their pride and confidence.

What are you doing after the show?
It's back to work for me! Writing, rehearsing, and teaching!

Nayani Rajamohan
Do you sing in the shower?
I've been known to sing, dance and fantasize fairytales in the shower. I take after my parents who both sing at the top of their lungs.

What are your long-term goals with regards to performing arts?
My career plans including dancing and performing as well as many other things. Because I am currently a student-teacher and perform at various locations, I would like to start my own academy and join/create a performing group.

How does it feel to be chosen to perform on the Rose stage?
Pretty awesome!