A sparkling tribute that highlights the most memorable music in the history of film will be on stage at the Festival Theatre here Aug. 5 to 23.
“The Drayton Festival Theatre is rolling out the red carpet this summer,” says Alex Mustakas, artistic director of Drayton Entertainment. “Hollywood Sings is packed with everyone’s favourite movie songs performed by an all-star cast who will whisk you away to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood in a joyous musical revue.”
From venerable classics synonymous with the golden age of movie musicals, such as Stormy Weather, Moon River, and Singin’ in the Rain, to contemporary film scores like Mamma Mia, Ghost, and Titanic, to a montage of Disney favourites, this production weaves a rich tapestry of romance, humour and nostalgia, officials state.
Conceived and created by David Rogers, Hollywood Sings engages the audience at every turn. A star of major productions from Broadway revues to mega-musicals, Rogers is currently playing the lead role in Drayton Entertainment’s production of Les Misérables.
The show is directed by David Hogan, who also directed last year’s production of Godspell at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse.
Other members of the creative team include music direction and arrangements by Mark Payne and lighting design by Catherine Soulliere.
Performing the vocals are: Brian Belleth, Mark Cassius, Diane Chase, June Crowley, Susan Gilmour, Christine McKeon and Michael Vanhevel.
A band featuring Mark Payne on piano, Randy Rektor on guitar, Jesse Grandmont on violin, Dan Bearg on percussion and Mark Laidman on bass will perform a score of enchanting classics and modern-day hits.
Hollywood Sings plays seven shows a week through Aug. 23. Regular performance tickets are $42 for adults and $25 for youths under 20 years of age.
Tickets can be purchased from any computer or mobile device by visiting www.draytonfestivaltheatre.com, in person at the Drayton Festival Theatre box office, or by calling 519-638-5555 or toll free 1-855-DRAYTON (372-9866).
