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Alice In Wonderland – The Panto

Metro Theatre is thrilled to present Alice In Wonderland our Holiday Musical Pantomime, an annual tradition for 35 consecutive years. The maddest panto in town hits the stage December 13, 2019 and continues through to January 4, 2020. Evening performances are at 7:30 pm with Matinees at 2 pm.

This odyssey of odd takes our beloved literary heroine Alice far from home and into a land of song, suspense, and silliness. Fantastical characters designed to captivate the young of heart, regardless of age join Alice on her whimsical journey from the orderliness of Victorian London to the weird and wild depths of Wonderland. The White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter and our perennial favourite Dame will see you there as Alice traverses the perils of this “curiouser and curiouser” Panto.

A cast of 25 talented singers, dancers, and actors bring the show to life in spectacular costumes, backed by an awesome jewel toned set with shifting platforms and lit clouds.

“I am thrilled that in a vast 35 year Panto history we are still able to present new and exciting stories to our audiences.  Alice In Wonderland has never been done on the Metro Panto Stage.  It is the perfect mix of excitement and whimsy that will be sure to entice the entire family.” Chris Adams, Director

ALICE IN WONDERLAND is written by panto playwright Erik Gow, directed by Chris Adams, choreographed by Suzanne Ouellette with musical direction by Katie-Rose Connors, stage managed by Kat Palmer and produced by Alison Schamberger & Catherine Morrison   Photo credits: Tracy-Lynn Chernaske.  

Don’t be late for this very important date. Tickets from $28 adult and from $18 for Children under 12 (Family Value 4 Pack from $85) can be reserved by calling the Box Office 604 266 7191 or Purchase Tickets

At the recommendation of the Cheshire Cat, our charitable appeal this year is on behalf of  VOKRA – the Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association.  Should you be so inclined, you are invited to bring in items for the orphaned kittens and cats to put under our Christmas Tree in the lobby.  The collected food, treats, blankets, and toys will be delivered to the organization in January.

CAST OF CHARACTERS

ALICE……………………………………………………………………….Kyra Leroux

THE DAME …………………………………………………………………James T Walker

THE QUEEN OF HEARTS……………………………………………..Danielle Lemon

ALICE’S FATHER/KING OF HEARTS/CATTERPILLER………Peter Stainton

NIGEL, THE PRINCE…………….……………………………………..James Ross

FLOPSY THE WHITE RABBIT………………………………………..Emma Ciprian

THE MAD HATTER……………………………………………………….David Johnston

BIANCA/DOOR 4/CHESHIRE CAT/DEMONETTE/…………….Haley Allen

THE DEMON……………………………………………………………….Tyler Felbel

THE GOOD FAIRY……………………………………………………….Kate Yahn

DOOR 1/HEAD CARD………………………………………………….Allyson Rilley

THE DOWAGER COUNTESS/SENIL-ITY CAT………………….Gillian Myers

TWEEDLE-DUM………………………………………………………….Sparky MacDonald

TWEEDLE-DEE………………………………………………………….Malcolm Stead

COURTNEY/TWEEDLE-DUMMER……………………….…………Joscelyne Tamburri

DOOR 3/FLATULYNX/DEMONETTE………………………………Meghan Grant

TIM-TAM-TANKED/DEMONETTE/THE MARCH HARE………Julia Schwartz

ALICE’S MOTHER/DOOR 2/CAT/QUEEN US……………………Claire Stewart

MAGICAL MR. HASLOTSA-A-FLEAS……………………..…………Liam Fetigan

THE DOORMOUSE/CARD……………………………………………. Aias Dalman

A QUEENS CARD/CHILDRENS ENSEMBLE.……………………..Olivia Aduna

A QUEENS CARD/CHILDRENS ENSEMBLE………………………Simone Farley

A QUEENS CARD/CHILDRENS ENSEMBLE ..……………………Elizabeth Ford

A QUEENS CARD/CHILDRENS ENSEMBLE ..……………………Faro Koza-Rogers

A QUEENS CARD/CHILDRENS ENSEMBLE .…………………….Maneli Shafiee

THE PRODUCTION TEAM

DIRECTOR………………………………………………………………….Chris Adams

PLAYWRIGHT……………………………………………………………..Erik Gow

CHOREOGRAPHER………………………………………………………Suzanne Ouellette

MUSICAL DIRECTOR……………………………………………………Katie-Rose Connors

PRODUCTION MANAGER……………………………………………..Catherine Morrison

PRODUCTION MANAGER……………………………………………..Alison Schamberger

STAGE MANAGER………………………………………………………..Kat Palmer

ASST STAGE MANAGER………………………………………………..Brooke Abram

SET DESIGNER……………………………………………………………Tracy-Lynn Chernaske

SCENIC PAINTER/SET DECORATION.……………………………Tracy-Lynn Chernaske

SCENIC CARPENTER.……………………………………………………Robin Richardson

COSTUME DESIGNER…………………………………………………..Rene Schindel

COSTUME LIAISON……………………………………………………….Sean Ullmann

LIGHTING DESIGNER…………………………………………………..Les Erskine

GENERAL MANAGER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR…..…………………..…..Les Erskine

GRAPHIC DESIGN………………………………………..………………………..Barbara LaBounta

PUBLICITY.………………………………………………………………….Debra Danny  PHOTOGRAPHER…………………………………………………………Tracy-Lynn Chernaske

Metro Theatre is a non-profit theatre company, dedicated to promoting and developing theatre arts.  This is our 57th continuous season of bringing laughter, intrigue and surprise to live audiences. Alice In Wonderland is our 520^th show.

RELAXED PERFORMANCE

Metro Theatre is delighted to be offering a Relaxed Performance of Alice In Wonderland ~ the Panto on December 14, 2019 at 2 pm

Relaxed performances – sometimes called “sensory friendly performances” or “extra live” performances – are specifically designed to make theatre more welcoming to audience members with a developmental disability, autism spectrum disorder, or a sensory and communication disorder.

The actors are “expecting the unexpected” and lights, sounds and seating are adjusted for the audience. The theatre has balcony, “behind glass” and extra wheelchair seating. The audience is free to move during the performance.

The very nature of the Panto encourages audience participation for those who like to speak out. The performance is equally fun for the cast, crew, caregivers and family members!

The performance is essentially the same show with some small adjustments for comfort:

— Sound levels are reduced

— Lighting levels inside the auditorium are increased

— No strobe lighting and some special effects are changed

— Theatre doors are left open so you’re free to come and go

— You can move around during the performance if needed

— A chill out zone in the lobby to relax

RELAXED PERFORMANCE TIckets  are on sale now and  priced $18 for children under 12 and $28 for adults.  Family 4 packs are $85. GST is additional on all tickets.