Clarkson Music Theatre Spring Newsletter April 2022
Greetings Clarkson Music Theatre Family and Friends.
We have lots of news for you - from plans for our Gala, to news on CMT members, to Cinderella updates (how to audition and when to buy tickets), to the Launch of the newly renovated Meadowvale Theatre, to the Christmas Cheer Choir and a fall Get together. Read on…
The CMT 75+2 years Gala
At last, it is time to celebrate 75+2 years of Clarkson Music Theatre! We are writing to update the details of our Gala event whether you have already purchased your ticket or if you’d like to learn how to do so.
Save the date for June 18, 2022. The Gala will be held at Noble Hall (formerly known as “Othello’s”) at 2273 Royal Windsor Drive, Oakville from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
The Event includes our menu of hors d’oeuvres (served from 6:15 to 7:15), an antipasto plate, salad, main course (chicken or vegetarian - already requested- potatoes and veg), fruit, dinner beverage (coffee, tea, or soda drink) and an evening sweet table. The evening includes live entertainment for dancing, cash bar, door prizes and a keepsake gift.
To ensure your safety, we are implementing the following Safety Protocols:
- Guests must be fully vaccinated with booster (government issued QR code or documentation) to be presented at registration.
- Tables will be spaced
- Your dinner is individually plated and served for you.
- We expect 70 – 100 guests
- Masking will be discretionary (unless mandated by updated protocols)
- A Dancing area
- Submit your cheque made out to “Clarkson Music Theatre”, mailed to CMT c/o Nick Forrow, 1415 Buckby Road, Mississauga, L5J3W7
- or etransfer your payment to [email protected]
Your CMT family can’t wait to see you soon.
CMT Family News
Clarkson Music Theatre has been saddened to lose some very special members of our family. Our sincere condolences go to the friends and family of our recently departed members: Joyce Forth, Derek Thorpe, Gregg Shanks, Brian Ellsworth. Their loss is deeply felt in our community. We are enriched by the gifts of talent, joy, friendship and laughter they have shared with us all.
We’ve also seen celebrations through the past year. Congratulations to all the newlyweds and the families who welcomed their bundles of joy.
Cinderella Updates
Audition applications are being accepted now for CMT’s Fall 2022 Show at Meadowvale: Cinderella Broadway Version. For your safety, the CMT Board has implemented requirements that all participants (performers, volunteers on and off stage) be fully vaccinated and boosted. We are committed to the safety of our members.
Here’s how you can learn more. Attend our virtual Info Night May 11 - hosted on our Clarkson Music Theatre Facebook page where it will be live streamed, and available for later viewing. You can also go to our website (www.clarksonmusictheatre.com) to download the Information Package and Audition Pages. Auditions may be booked as of April 1st by emailing [email protected]. Auditions are held May 24 and 25; and May 27 for the potential Dance Corps. Call Backs May 28. All auditions will be held at Christ First – 1700 Mazo Crescent.
Cinderella opens at Meadowvale Theatre on Nov.25th for its 8-show run. Renew your Encore subscription as of May 3rd. Purchase individual tickets after July 4th for this and and other Encore Shows through the Meadowvale Box-office 905-615-4720 or at www.encoretix.ca
.
Meadowvale Theatre Launch
Join us on August 20th from noon to 4 pm when Meadowvale Theatre officially reopens to the public. This will be a family friendly affair. There will be a chance to stroll through the theatre, enjoy free food, be entertained by buskers, view a Video Salute in the main theatre which celebrates the Meadowvale stage (including Clarkson Music Theatre and the Encore Series), arts and craft opportunities for the younger generation, great give-aways for adults and children, and more. An Encore Table will be set up for you to learn more about the current series and the Box Office will be open to those purchasing tickets. We hope to see you there. Meadowvale Theatre, 6315 Montevideo Road, Mississauga.
Christmas Cheer Choir
We are delighted to announce that the Christmas Cheer Choir will reassemble this fall. First rehearsal is September 7th. Rehearsals fall on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30. CMT is thankful to our Music Director Ruth McDonald, our Producer Seona Sydor, our accompanist Catherine Ambrose and the members of the Choir who work hard preparing a special program for senior centres in the area. If you are interested in joining this group or to learn more, please email Seona at [email protected]
Fall Get Together and Membership Renewals
CMT hopes to host a fall get together at the Irish Club on Friday September 9th. This event will be open to members only. We will ask for your rsvp later in August.
Membership runs from September to September and may be paid at this event. Membership fees remain at $40 single / $50 for family members living under the same roof. Alternatively, you can submit your payment for membership in the following ways.
- Submit your cheque made out to “Clarkson Music Theatre”, mailed to CMT c/o Nick Forrow, 1415 Buckby Road, Mississauga, L5J3W7
- or e-transfer your payment to [email protected]
Looking ahead, we hope that members will have many opportunities to be a part of the music – including auditioning for Cinderella, being a part of the Christmas Cheer Choir, and joining us for the Spring Concert 2023.
Thanks for reading this News Update. We are so happy to celebrate with you the magic of theatre, the friendships we have made, and the work we love – as we continue to entertain Mississauga.
The Board of Clarkson Music Theatre
RSS Feed
