Photos by Ross Davidson
performance dates - may 1-4, 2019
lifetime membership award, john gerry - wed may 1
GUEST PERFORMERS MAY 2-4
*Please note that Sat May 4, 2pm matinee does not include dinner
The Wave, University Community Centre (2nd Floor)
University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond Road
*Paid parking is available on Western campus at the Springett, Weldon Library or Social Sciences lots, with signs directing you to the University Community Centre.
“We just want to encore once more!” Musical Theatre Productions closes our 30th Anniversary Season with SHOW OFF: 30 Years of Musical Theatre, a gala celebration of our past as we launch into the future! Following in the footsteps of our sold-out benefit cabarets Dare to Dream, Night of Noir, Defying Gravity and Time Warp, SHOW OFF: 30 Years of Musical Theatre comes to steal the spotlight May 1-4, 2019, at the Wave, University Community Centre (2nd Floor), Western University.
Marking our 75th production, this dinner-theatre cabaret returns to the Wave, on the heels of last seasons smash-hit Broadway to the Max, with a dazzling night of encores featuring unforgettable numbers from MTP’s 30 years of shows including Broadway classics like Evita, Guys and Dolls, South Pacific; contemporary hits like Heathers, Seussical, The Drowsy Chaperone; and the return of Gilbert and Sullivan favourites like The Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore. Join us as MTP performers take the stage once more to reprise their memorable roles, along with new interpretations of old favourites and marvelous medleys that are sure to have you humming along!
Dress up in your finest cocktail attire and join us for a delicious three-course dinner before the performance.
All proceeds from this event support the continuation of MTP’s mission to nourish local talent and inspire a passion for musical theatre.
dining, drinks and silent auction information
Doors open at 5:30pm
Dinner service starts at 6:00pm
A Market Greens Salad with Honey Herb and Dijon Dressing, Heirloom Tomatoes and Local Vegetables
Your choice of entree: Braised Beef Ribs; or Cordon Bleu Stuffed Chicken served with Dauphinoise Potatoes and Season Vegetables; or a Harvest Mushroom Ravioli with Fresh Thyme and Parmiagiano Regianno
For dessert, a trio of Beignets served with Dulce De Leche sauc
Please inform your server of any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Seating is general admission at banquet tables with priority seating for dinner guests
A cash bar will be available. Be sure to try one of our delicious signature drinks! (Details to follow)
Bid on one of the exciting prize packages in our silent auction. (Auction list to follow)
ARTISTIC TEAM
Producer: Sue McKone
Director & Co-Musical Director: Andrew Rethazi
Co-Musical Director: Ben Leibovitz
Choreographer: Thalia Ranjbar
videos
Media Coverage
LONDON FREE PRESS - Theatre group celebrates 30th anniversary with reprise of past shows
TOURISM LONDON - Celebrating humble beginnings, MTP rings in 30 years
WESTERN NEWS - Gerry honoured for lifetime in theatre spotlight