Photo Credit: Paola Evelina
Contact for more information: Nazanin Kerachian nazanin kerachian@marriott com 905-489-1429
The Grand Ballroom Foyer
Fri, October 4 // 8pm
Performing Cast
Any Dream Will Do offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Andrew Lloyd Webber's life and iconic music. Performed by top musical theatre talents from Stratford, Toronto, the West End, and Broadway, the show features an array of his greatest hits, including Memory, Don't Cry For Me Argentina, and The Phantom of the Opera, bringing Webber's legendary compositions to life through stories and songs.
Samantha Hill
Maggie Lacasse
Adrian Marchuk
Thom Allison
The Hot Sardines
Sat., October 5 // 8pm
From selling out Carnegie Hall to Koerner Hall, The Hot Sardines are fueled by brassy horn arrangements, rollicking piano melodies and vocals from a powerful chanteuse that reinvigorate classic jazz and makes old sounds new again. Their new album, French Fries & Champagne, expands their impressive range with a mix of covers and originals, channeling the ambiance of New York speakeasies, Parisian cabarets, and New Orleans jazz halls. This irreverent group captures the essence of 1920s Berlin, where American jazz represented both liberation and threat.
Experience the sounds of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Sam Wooding, and the innovations of Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht live.
Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler
One of the best jazz bands in NY today.
A true ode to creativity.
La Presse
Machine de Cirque
La Galerie
Thurs, October 17 // 7pm
The circus invades the museum! Seven crazy acrobats and an electrifying musician take over a monochrome exhibition. In a burst of creativity, they transform it into an explosion of colour. Laughing at convention, these characters, as zany as they are touching, eagerly explore what's behind the scenes. Vertiginous feats, surprising finds, colorful poetry and selfmockery are all part of this ode to creativity. Let yourself be intoxicated by this unique experience. Take part in La Galerie
MACHINE DE CIRQUE
Machine de Cirque unites arts and technology communities around circus production projects. It emphasizes production excellence and sustainable team development, fostering collaboration with local cultural organizations to boost regional talent and expertise. With global ambitions, The Company aims to be a leading ambassador of Quebec circus arts worldwide through its productions.
PERFORMING CAST
Pauline Bonnani
Carl Löwenborg
Jack McGarr
Benjamin (Denne) Wolgers
Connor Houlihan
Lyne Goulet
Owen Wilson Colin André-Hériaud
Photo Credit: Sandrine Calixte
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Girls Nite Out
Fri, October 18 // 8pm
All-funny, all-female comedy
Enjoy a night of laughter and celebration led by some of Canada’s funniest ladies! The fearless and fabulous Elvira Kurt will be joined on stage by award-winning comedians Jennine Profeta, Diana Frances, and Karen Parker for a night of stand-up and improvisation sure to leave you in stitches.
Photo Credit: Brad Demers
50th Anniversary
Thurs., October 24 // 8pm
Opening with Steven Strongman
The strength of this band has inspired me to be more creative. This band really allows me to do anything I want to do: modern, traditional, anything in between. They are masters of it all. And as for what’s next... I’m far from finished.
Kim Wilson
Working with Kim Wilson and the Thunderbirds was a very organic process... We both had very open minds during the process, and there was great energy in the room while we wrote these songs. He is a true living legend.
Steve Strongman
The Fabulous Thunderbirds are set to celebrate their 50th anniversary with their first studio album, Struck Down in eight years. Struck Down showcases contributions from Elvin Bishop, Terrance Simien, and Canadian blues guitarist Steve Strongman, who co-wrote nine of the album’s 10 tracks with Kim Wilson. The record captures the classic T-Birds sound, but in no way does it sound dated. Don’t miss the chance to hear this new material live.
THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS
Formed in 1974, The Fabulous Thunderbirds is a familiar name for anyone into contemporary blues and blues rock. This is the band that created classic albums like T-Bird Rhythm and Tuff Enuff, powered by hits like the title track and Wrap It Up, Tuff Enuff went platinum, selling more than one million copies. Led by founding member Kim Wilson, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been nominated for Grammy Awards six times and for Blues Music Awards more than 20 times.
Just 3KM from historic Unionville Across from Markham Civic Center in the heart of Markham's high-tech hub
Spacious Suites: 502 rooms, each with a separate living room and bedroom Perfect for work, relaxation, or a little of both!
World-Class Amenities: Unwind in our health club with fitness centre, squash courts, yoga classes, sauna, and indoor pool Or, relax in our tree-lined Zen Garden or spa Need a meeting space? Our versatile conference center is ready for business
Fuel your day at Essence of Unionville All day dining options, specializing in breakfast buffets, traditional afternoon tea, room service and more!
Sat, October 26 // 2pm & 7pm
Based on Ted and Marion Outerbridge’s experience renovating their historic Victorian home in Smith Falls, this spellbinding show weaves dazzling illusions, compelling stories, and interactive elements into a heartfelt tribute to life. As they meticulously restored the creaking floors that bore the weight of countless footsteps, a treasure trove of cherished relics emerged.
Audiences will be transported through time as Ted and Marion guide them through an evening of enthralling illusions, séance, and dance, creating a spine-tingling spectacle of living history.
TED AND MARION OUTERBRIDGE
Master magicians with over 30 years of experience, creating original, audience-tested illusions that combine modern technology with expert craftsmanship. Ted designs and builds their props, crafting magic for Cirque du Soleil, TriStar Pictures, and Fortune 500 companies. Marion, his partner and wife, contributes as a world-class dancer and choreographer, enhancing their performances. Together, they deliver enthralling shows worldwide, making them a leading duo in magic.
Fri, November 1 // 8pm
Platinum award-winning crooner Matt Dusk pays homage to the legendary Tony Bennett, in this toe-tapping, electrifying show. Renowned for his remarkable vocal range and talent, Dusk brings to life the essence of Bennett’s style and honors his musical legacy with classic hits such as I Left My Heart in San Francisco, The Way You Look Tonight, and The Good Life. This promises to be an unforgettable night of entertainment, nostalgia, and celebration of the enduring impact of one of America’s most beloved singers.
MATT DUSK
Matt Dusk has been enthralling audiences around the world for years, leaving in his wake a series of radio hits, acclaimed albums, and a loyal fan base that continues to grow with every passing year. He has had three number one radio hits: All About Me, Back in Town and Good News, is an alumnus of the St. Michael’s Choir School and studied under jazz piano legend Oscar Peterson at York University.
Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler
Matt Dusk impressively brings Las Vegas back to the glory days as the standards singer sounds remarkably like Rat Packer, Frank Sinatra
Billboard
Developing confidence is one of the many reasons Havergal College is at the heart of progress. It’s more than state-of-the-art resources and a future-ready curriculum. It’s a commitment to open-mindedness. It’s leading and serving with purpose. Most of all, it’s preparing and empowering young women to make a difference. Not just in Toronto, but on a global scale.
Guided by integrity, inquiry, compassion and courage, Havergal College is a leading school for girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Learn more at: havergal.on.ca/ virtual-admission-centre
Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler
Performing Cast
George Gershwin was one of the greatest composers and songwriters of the 20th century. 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of his piano masterpiece, Rhapsody in Blue. In celebration of this momentous occasion, the Rhapsody will be played by pianist Daniel Vnukowski, popular Classical 96 FM host. He will be joined by internationally acclaimed soprano Adrianne Pieczonka, who will sing a number of Gershwin's Broadway show tunes. Fast-rising Markham soprano Jonelle Sills and baritone Justin Welsh will perform excerpts from Porgy and Bess, America's greatest opera.
Adrianne Pieczonka
Justin Welsh
Daniel Vnukowski
Jonelle Sills
Social Tango
Fri, November 15 // 8PM
Tango fascinates and touches people of all backgrounds and generations. Founded and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the Social Tango Project's mission is to share the social value of dance, celebrating the tango community through performance, music and film. The company invites tango lovers to experience a real evening to the rhythm of this popular dance so closely linked to Argentina, in the intimacy of a milonga recreated here by multidisciplinary choreographer Agustina Videla from Buenos Aires. Dance, music, projections and documentary film combine to create an authentic, immersive experience! On stage, ten dancers bring this love story to life with the rhythm of their steps, accompanied by four musicians and a singer who reproduce the traditional melodies of the milonga. The show also offers a beautiful visual experience, with the audience discovering the history of tango through a series of photographs and a documentary film by Argentine photographer Nora Lezano An evening in the heart of Buenos Aires... in Markham.
SOCIAL TANGO PROJECT
Founded and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Social Tango Project’s mission is to share the social value of dance, celebrating the tango community through live performances, music, and film. Under the artistic direction of Agustina Videla, the company provides “a journey into the heart of Tango” (La Nación Newspaper), and aims to inspire individuals to join the dance floor and cultivate tango communities worldwide.
Social Tango Project offers a stunning interactive and immersive dance performance that blends movement and live music with cinematic documentary film projection, offering a colorful window into tango’s power to create and maintain social cohesion at times of political unrest. Because the company encourages the audience to embrace the tango and make it their own, each performance will also feature onstage appearances by local and regional dancers.
This is a beautiful audiovisual experience... an exquisite glimpse of a world of fascination with movement and the personal metamorphosis it can produce.
Revol Dance Magazine
Photo credit: Paola Evelina
DANCES AND DREAMS
Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 8 p.m.
Flato Markham Theatre
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SHOOTING STARS $500-$999
Terry & Mary Bryon
Alwyn Enterprises
Bryan S Katz
Robin Bryan
Mr & Mrs Bill Crothers
Nilesh & Lucie Hathi
Barbara Holmes
Barb & Dave Reid
Eric & Susanne Tappenden of Chapel Ridge
SUPER STARS $250–$499
Carol & Gerald Knowles
Sandy & Jim Koteles
Jocelyn McPhail & Sandy Petersen
Brian, Debbie and Martin Mitgang
Sonja & David Murphy
SHINING STARS $150–$249
David and Jo-Anne Blinn
Mr & Mrs G.H. Punky Boyle
Denise and Andy Chong
Harrie and Elizabeth Cleveland
Jean Cuthbertson
Marla David
Leroy D'Cunha
Mayur Bhagani
Zoe Christidis & Endel Mell
Barbara Ann Crozier
Susanne and Bob Eastwood
Cathy Emmons
Carol Evans
Sharon and Frank Fazzari
Cheryl & John Flint
Jeremy Gibbens
Scott & Susan Gibson
Holo Devnani
Mary Haffey
Willam Harman
W. Inkpen
Ted & Lynda Cleveland
Lenny Liscio
Marianne MacBride
STAR GAZER $75–$149
Roni Gordon
Mary Bell & William Graber
Robert & Angela Grattage
Susan & Winnifred Heim
Paul & Dawn Johnson
Brent Kerwood
Deborah Kimber
Evelyn Krakauer
Frank & Mary Leone
Ken and Glenda Metrick
Gordon & Elaine McInnis
Ted and Val Pike
Brian & Donna Reeve
Ann Schwemler
Jim and Joanne Stewart
Gloria Tellis
Harry Tonogai
Steven Misener
Dean Moratz & Janice Franklin
Mike Mandel
Thomas Plant & Diane Briffa
Larry and Trish Pollock
Soraya Shokrai
Karen Sibbald
George & Kerri Voumvakis
Nancy & Paul Wood
THEATRE TEAM
Acting General Manager
Scott Hill
Acting Business & Rental Manager
Maxwell Silva-Chappell
Production & Facility Manager
Andrew Rosenfarb
Client Services Coordinator
Claire Acott
Discovery Program Coordinator
Alan Kinsella
Senior Technical Supervisor
Chris MacBride
Senior Technician
Vince Rotondi
Theatre Technician
Peter Abbott
Business Coordinator
Helen Mah
Marketing & Box Office Coordinator
Danielle Grattage
Marketing Lead
Kayla van Zon
Marketing & Box Office Assistant
Maggie Ho
Administrative Clerk
Siobhain Fray
Box Office
Karen Zita
Maintenance Assistant
Gary Restoule
ADVISORY BOARD
Srinka Wallia, Chair
Sophia Sun, Vice Chair
Phoenix Financial
Michael Chen
YRDSB Trustee
Dawn Donaldson
University Health Network
Brad Fletcher
The Village Grocer
Anne Gilligan
Weins Auto Group
Regional Councillor Jim Jones
Ken MacDonald
Short Street Media
Brent Matthews
Retired, Acting Principal
Larry Matthews
Dr. Reddy’s
Sarah Micallef
CST Savings Inc
Ronald Minken
Minken Employment Lawyers
Richard Morales M.Eng., P.Eng
Music Producer, Agent and Composer
Susie Nunes
Unionville High School
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