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Land Acknowledgement

As a community theatre organization, we are privileged to tell stories on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We recognize that this land and gathering place where we create and present community theatre is home to many past, present, and future First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. We recognize and declare our collective responsibility to this place and to the histories, rights, and presence of its indigenous peoples. RCMPI is grateful to the land and its peoples, without whom we would be unable to present today's show.

About RCMPI

We are comprised solely of amateur musical theatre lovers who work from show to show and from year to year to bring these shows to the stage. We'd like to acknowledge those who have helped both financially and administratively.

To make a charitable gift to RCMPI, visit https://www.rcmpi.ca/donate.shtml

Life Members

John Allen
Karen Allen
Robert Brown
Gary E. Chapman
Lin Chapman

Helen Dumoulin
Victoria Harrop
Kay McKie
Al Norris
Anne Norris

Stephen O'Connell
Gladys Phillips
Ron Pickford
John T. Powell

Ruth Ralston
Corrine Saunders
Judy Steibelt
Bill Unser

RCMPI Volunteer Board of Directors 2022/2023

President: Jen Barson

Vice-President: Philip Sullivan

Treasurer: Erin Corstorphine

Secretary: Tom Gould

Directors: Amy Estill, Jennifer Harrison, Oliver Pavia, Gary Roche, Jen Rodrigues, Catherine Weddell, Jane Martin (Past President)

Director’s Message

I often think that as long as I am invested in a subject I should be able to put my thoughts into a string of words worth reading, but I have had a hard time with this. I haven’t written one of these before, so perhaps it was a wee bit arrogant to assume I would feel at ease doing it.

To start, I remember the first time I saw Cabaret. I was young enough that I hadn't been taught what happened during WW2. I remember needing my mom to explain what it all meant, and so she did as best as she could, which began my interest in that period. Years later, when I came back to the show, I was curious about the history of the show itself. I found that the story of how Cabaret became the version we are presenting to you today almost as interesting as the show itself, which just solidified my love for it, and I hoped that I would get the chance to put on a version of it.

This show's focus is on the effects of apathy. It illustrates this by completely strapping the audience with the reality of how easy it is to sit back and watch people you have grown to care for fill their roles, becoming the tools that are necessary to get to the inevitable end. A lot of the time when talking about Nazi’s, the people that stood by, or helped, it is done in a way where we remove the very human element of these people, almost to soothe ourselves into believing we could never be in that same spot. Cabaret shows you how easy it is to not know you're in that spot until it's too late, all while having some of the strongest music I have heard in a musical, and captivating dance numbers.

To the cast and crew - Thank you. It has been nothing but lovely collaborating with all of you to create our version of this incredible show. I only hope you’ve had as much fun as I’ve had stringing it together. You’re all capable and talented. It has been an absolute pleasure.

Thea Lale

Director, Cabaret

Message from the Board

Cabaret is one of the most performed musicals in the world because it does all the things a great musical should do - make you laugh, cry, think, and leave the theatre with much to discuss. Plus, you're sure to be singing these songs long after the show is over! We are proud to present Cabaret with this amazing cast and crew!

As a volunteer-run organization, RCMPI cannot exist without your support, so please accept our sincere thanks for coming here today. Our cast, crew, and production team have put in numerous hours to bring this show to the stage, and, on behalf of the Board, please accept my heartfelt appreciation and thanks for giving of your time, talent, and energy.

Don't forget to support our fundraising raffle that our volunteers have organized! Your support will help us cover the cost for things such as our storage space for costumes, scenery, and props. Good luck!

We thank you for filling the theatre for this performance with your applause and laughter.

Jen Barson

President, Royal City Musical Productions Inc.

Song List

Act I

• Willkommen - Emcee, Kit Kat Girls, & Kit Kat Boys
• Welcome to Berlin - Emcee
• So What - Schneider
• Don't Tell Mama - Sally & Girls
• Mein Herr - Sally & Girls
• Perfectly Marvelous - Sally & Cliff
• Two Ladies - Emcee & Two Girls
• It Couldn't Please Me More - Schneider, Schultz, & Emcee
• Tomorrow Belongs to Me - Boy's Voice (pre-recorded)
• Maybe this Time - Sally
• Money - Emcee, Kit Kat Girls, & Kit Kat Boys
• Married - Schultz, Kost, & Schneider
• Reprise: Tomorrow Belongs to Me - Kost, Ernst, & Guests

Act II 

• Entr'acte - Orchestra
• Kickline Number - Orchestra & Girls
• Reprise: Married - Schultz
• If You Could See Her - Emcee
• What Would You Do? - Schneider
• I Don't Care Much - Emcee
• Cabaret - Sally
• Finale - Cliff & Emcee

Cast

Production Team and Orchestra

Coming Soon

Fall 2023

Auditions are open! Click on the image below for more information.

Spring 2024

Meet the Company

Milwaukee Baker

Kit Kat Boy (Bobby)/Dance Captain

Milwaukee is thrilled to return for his fourth RCMPI show since 2019, following "The SpongeBob Musical", "All Together Now!", and "Mamma Mia!" His passions include baking, books, and board games, though not necessarily in that order, or at the same time. We hope you “relax, loosen up, and be yourself.”

Jake Barrick

Kit Kat Boy (Victor)

Jake is returning to the musical theatre stage! After their first ever musical performance in "The SpongeBob Musical," they have decided to turn in their lobster claws for a bowtie and pair of booty shorts. Jake has been improvising in Guelph since 2018 with The Making-Box, and is excited to bring their talents to RCMPI by improvising all of their lines and choreography.

Paul Barson

Clifford Bradshaw

Paul has been acting, directing, writing, and producing for theatre in Guelph for 13 years since his debut in RCMPI's "Pirate's of Penzance". Since then, he has started his own theatre company, The Downtown Theatre Project, and took over running The Guelph Fringe Festival as Festival Coordinator. Paul was Cinderella's Prince in "Into The Woods", Cat In The Hat in "Seussical", and The Dentist in "Little Shop Of Horrors", all with RCMPI. Paul is also the front man for the country-rockabilly band, The Vanishers. Paul is a father of four wonderful humans, and partner to Jen, a gorgeous, and brilliant superstar.

Jordyn Bell

Kit Kat Girl (Texas)

Jordyn is excited to perform in her first show with Royal City Musical Productions. She could previously be seen in Blue Canoe’s "Chicago", Imaginary Theatre Company’s "University the Musical", QSB’s "Sex, Drugs and a Proper Education", Queen’s Players sketch comedy shows, and the Queen’s Improv Team. Enjoy the show!

Kim Cooke

Kit Kat Klub Singer

Kim is thrilled for her first performance with RCMPI in "Cabaret"! Hailing from Calgary AB, Kim works as a music therapist, and is also a singer/songwriter (KC Lynn). Her previous credits include: Ursula in "Bye Bye Birdie", Uzo in "Godspell", Millie in "Thoroughly Modern Millie", "The Boy from Oz", and "Little Shop of Horrors". She hopes you enjoy the show!

Sarah Duff

Kit Kat Girl (Lulu)

After performing in RCMPI’s "The Wizard of Oz", and "Spamalot", Sarah graduated from St Lawrence College’s Music Theatre Performance Program. Selected credits: Janet in "The Drowsy Chaperone", Alana in "The Little Mermaid" (SLC), Mom in "Paradise on Earth" (Guelph Fringe Festival). Sarah also performs with Storybook Events, and is a passionate theatre educator!

Amy Estill

Kit Kat Klub Singer

This is Amy's fourth production with RCMPI, having previously performed in "The Spongebob Musical" (2022), "Mamma Mia!" (2019), and "Annie" (2018). Amy is also a member of the RCMPI board, and co-chair of the publicity committee. Amy would like to extend a big thank you to her husband, Dave, and her family for their support, and to the production crew and her incredibly talented cast mates for making this experience truly unique and memorable.

Paris Isabella Fina

Kit Kat Girl (Fritzie)

Paris has thoroughly enjoyed her experience with RCMPI in one of her favourite shows, "Cabaret"! Some of Paris’ Favourite roles that she has performed in include; Janet Van De Graff in "The Drowsy Chaperone", Kendra in "13 the Musical", Peter Pan in "Peter Pan", and Gertrude McFuzz in "Seusseical". In the future, Paris hopes to create a career in musical theatre and dance performance, as well as choreography. Paris would like to thank her Mom for all the support and long drives to Guelph.

Elijah Glasgow

Kit Kat Boy (Hans)/Rudy

Elijah is excited to be a part of "Cabaret". Enjoy the show!

Quaid Lale

Emcee

Quaid Lale has been involved with theatre for most of his life, and is absolutely thrilled to be playing this part with this amazing cast and crew! Selected roles: Jacob in "Saltwater Moon" (ETC), Greg in "I'll Be Back Before Midnight" (GLT), and Lucientio in "Taming of The Shrew" (ECT).

Susan Lawrenson

Fräulein Schneider

Susan’s first show with RCMPI was in 1986, and, 37 years later, she is thrilled to still be involved with this incredible company. Susan is honoured to be playing Fräulein Schneider alongside this tremendously talented cast. Susan wants to thank her supportive family and friends, and wishes to extend her gratitude to you, our audience, for supporting local musical theatre.

Jay Lee

Kit Kat Boy (Herman)/Max

Jay is thrilled to play the roles of Max, and Kit Kat Boy Herman in this production! They have been an enthusiastic performer in the Guelph community theatre scene since 2019, joining the stage for August Production's "Chicago" (2019), GLT's "Can Lightning Strike Twice", and "A Christmas Carol" (2022), and RCMPI's "Matilda" (2022).

Elona Love

Kit Kat Girl (Helga)

Elona is so excited to be a part of "Cabaret" as her very first production with RCMPI. She has been a dancer since she could walk, and is thrilled to be back onstage. Heaping thank you to Pete, Phoenix, and her dance family (shout out to TGAD!) for all the support and love.

Jennifer Manzo

Kit Kat Girl (Frenchie)

Jennie is thrilled to be on stage for her first RCMPI production. She has over 20 years of dance and theatre experience, and, after a long hiatus, she’s happy to be performing again. Many thanks to her husband, kids, and granddaughter for their love and support while she spent time away from them rehearsing. She feels so grateful to be part of such an awesome cast and crew. Enjoy the show!

Ren Nash

Sally Bowles

In her RCMPI debut, Ren is thrilled to be playing a dream role of hers with such a talented and welcoming team of humans. As a graduate of UoG, and the Second City’s Comedy Conservatory, she’s also studying for her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology, while making music in her spare time.

Rylan Parker

Ernst Ludwig

Rylan has been performing for years, and, most recently, at GLT in "A Christmas Carol" this past December. They are also releasing original music later this year. Rylan thanks their family and friends for their constant support, as well as the entire cast and crew. They hope you enjoy the show!

Ana Maria Rajcan

Fräulein Kost/German Officer

This is Ana Maria’s seventh RCMPI show, and she is honoured to tell this story with such a vibrant cast and assiduous crew. She thanks her friends and family for all their incredible support! Ana Maria dedicates this performance to those who have lost their lives due to the small-mindedness and violent opportunism of fascism.

Gary Roche

Herr Schultz

This is Gary’s 10th consecutive show with RCMPI, with a little COVID pandemic production break!! He is happy to be back on the stage in one of his favourite shows, “Cabaret”, with this talented group of performers! Instead of staying home eating PINEAPPLES! Ja! Ja! “genieBen” ENJOY!!

Sara Root

Kit Kat Girl (Rosie)

Sara is making her musical stage debut in her first production with RCMPI's "Cabaret". Her dance training began at the age of 3, and she blossomed into a world renowned dancer. Sara is passionate, and plans to continue in the performing arts and carry her knowledge on to young performers. Sara wants to thank her Mom and Dad for their endless support throughout her career.

Katarina Sippel Eitzen

Kit Kat Girl (The Twins)/Gorilla

Recently appearing as a Big Kid in "Matilda", Katarina is delighted to do a 180 for her 18th RCMPI production. An avid trombone player, Katarina has a BAH in music. She currently plays with the Cambridge Concert Band, but has played with many ensembles in multiple countries over the years. Prost!

Colleen Walker

Kit Kat Girl (The Twins)

Colleen is so excited to be preforming on stage with such an amazing cast and crew! Dancing in shows such as these makes Colleen a very happy gal! This is Colleen’s first show with the RCMPI. She just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to be a part of iconic “Cabaret”!!!

Catherine Weddell

Kit Kat Klub Singer

Catherine is thrilled to be back on-stage for her third RCMPI show. Previous shows include "Mamma Mia!" and "The Spongebob Musical". Catherine also sits on the RCMPI Board of Directors, and co-chairs the Publicity Committee. When she is not on stage, Catherine is enjoying learning some of the back-stage roles, such as costume assistant, and can be found working as a Pedagogical Leader at an EarlyON Centre. She would like to thank her husband, Aaron, for his love and support. Enjoy the show!

Michael Bergauer

Bass

Michael Bergauer, at the age of 7, began studying under his father, Mike Sr., a well-known local musician and noted music educator. He began playing professionally at the age of fourteen with the dance band Brass Line. A true veteran. Michael has worked with a variety of ensembles for the past 30 years including local big band legends Opus II and The Dublin Corporation. Michael has played in theatre orchestras in numerous musicals including "My Fair Lad", "Canterbury Tails", "Godspell" 3 different productions of "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Guys & Dolls", and "Shrek".

Anthony Brown

Lighting Designer

Megan Brown

Choreographer

Megan is excited to choreograph "Cabaret", and live out her Fosse dreams! Previous choreography credits include "Matilda", "Legally Blonde", "13 The Musical", "All Together Now", and numerous competitive dance routines. Thanks to J for putting up with all the kitchen choreography! “Life is beautiful”!

Randy Brown

Trumpet

Randy has lived and worked in the KW/Guelph area for over 40 years. Trained at Berklee College of Music in Boston and Humber College in Toronto, Randy was an active jazz trumpeter until the age of 26. During a career as an Air Traffic Controller at both Pearson and Waterloo Airports, Randy kept up his playing, performing and recording in many Big Bands and smaller jazz groups. He has played in over 30 KW Musical Productions, and a handful of RCMPI shows. He is currently playing lead trumpet in Kitchener’s “Big Band Theory."

Jason Clattenburg

Set Construction

Sandra Conway

Costume Designer

This is Sandra’s 15th show with RCMPI, following on the heels of "Matilda", "The SpongeBob Musical", and "All Together Now". Sandra has enjoyed working with such a talented and fun cast. Special thanks to Deb Sippel Eitzen, Jenn Rosen, Leah Symons, and Ren Nash for the countless hours spent sewing costumes. Sandra has decided every show needs at least one group sewing activity to add to the fun!

Fiona Douglas

Production Coordinator

Fiona is thrilled to be producing Cabaret alongside her "work husband", Tyler. Thank you to the team for a wonderful experience.

Tracey Frank

Clarinet/Saxophones/Flute

Tracey is a Woodstock/Stratford-based multi-instrumentalist and is excited to be back for her second RCMPI production! Outside of theatre, she teaches woodwind lessons, coaches the Stratford Symphony Youth Orchestra winds, and behaves herself reasonably at her day job. Enjoy the show!

Tom Gould

Set Construction

Mya Hicks

Makeup Designer/Artist

Mya Hicks has been a fixture in the Guelph nightlife and performing arts communities for over a decade. Mya made her RCMPI debut last year in "The SpongeBob Musical" as Mrs. Puff! She is very excited to step backstage as the makeup artist for "Cabaret". Mya developed her makeup skills as her former drag persona, Athena McQueen, and has picked up a few things in her job at Sephora. Mya lives in Guelph, and lives for her two nieces Ruby and Olivia.

Thea Lale

Director

Thea has been involved in theatre for most of her life. She has had the pleasure and luck to have both on- as well as off-stage opportunities, spanning from the Macduff child in "Macbeth" as a wee babe, to directing "13 the Musical" pre-COVID. She fell in love with directing, always hoping she'd get the chance to direct "Cabaret". She has had a lovely experience working with the cast and crew. When she isn't directing she can be found cooking in the woods.

Tyler Livingstone

Production Coordinator

Tyler is happy to be co-producing the show with his friend, Fiona. He most recently directed RCMPI's "Mamma Mia!", and was Stage Manager for "Spamalot", "The Wizard of Oz", "RENT", and "Joseph", Co-Music Director for "Sweeney Todd", Director of "Rocky Horror", and has appeared in many other shows.

Gregson Lodge

Rehearsal and Show Pianist

"Cabaret" marks Gregson's 18th show as piano accompanist with RCMPI. He thoroughly enjoys collaborating with the cast and crew, and adds musical tidbits for comic relief. He is ever so thankful to Susan and Alyssa for their help and support.

Donnie McDougall

Percussion

Having performed professionally for 42 years, Don has worked for Drayton Entertainment, Royal City Musical Productions Inc., and KW Musical Productions. In the fall of 2016, Don joined the 40th Anniversary World Tour of “West Side Story” and performed in Vienna (Austria), Bremen (Germany), and Basel (Switzerland). Royal City Musical Productions Inc. credits include "Blood Brothers", "Seussical the Musical", "Nunsense", "Willy Wonka", "Into the Woods", "Singing in the Rain", and "Matilda".

Janet Mosney

Props Master

Janet has been involved with RCMPI since 2012. She has enjoyed working with all the terrific casts and crews over the years on many of the great shows that are put on by this fantastic company. Past credits include "Joseph", "Shrek", "Wizard of Oz", "Spamalot", "Mamma Mia!", "The SpongeBob Musical", and "Matilda".

Carrie Murray-Sprague

Assistant Stage Manager

Carrie is so excited to be a part of "Cabaret". This is her 11th production with RCMPI. She would like to thank her family for supporting her passion for musical theatre.

Ren Nash

Sewing Team

Simon Pequegnat

Banjo/Guitar

Simon's love of playing in musicals began with "The Sound of Music" in high school. Now he plays for jazz and indie bands, and performs a theatre show yearly.

Jeff Perkins

Follow Spot Operator

Matt Richardson

Fight and Intimacy Coordinator

Jenn Rosen

Sewing Team

Corrine Saunders

Assistant Stage Manager

Corrine has been a member of RCMPI since 2001, and, in that time, has participated in more than 40 productions. Her involvement with this company is one of the highlights of her life. She thanks her husband, Bob, her sister, Judy, and her friend, Gregson, for making it possible.

Steve Sherry

Assistant Stage Manager

Steve is thrilled to be part of this wonderful production. Steve has been involved behind-the-scene in several RCMPI shows over the past 15 years, and hopes to continue for years to come.

Debbie Sippel Eitzen

Costume Assistant/Sewing Team

Leah Symons

Sewing Team

Sheila Todd

Sound Designer

Sheila is thrilled to be working with this talented group of performers, and this amazing production team for "Cabaret". She has been a member of RCMPI since 1994, and has been involved in 30+ shows in a variety of roles both on- and off-stage.

Julie Van Duzen

Stage Manager

Julie returns to RCMPI for her 25th show. You can mostly find her stage-managing, but she has also previously done costume and lighting designs, and has even found her way on-stage. Big thanks to her fabulous ASMs! Love always HN and EN.

Ben Wallace

Music Director and Conductor

Ben is active in Guelph and the KW Region as a singer, conductor, pianist, and teacher. He has recently appeared as a soloist with the KW Symphony, Grand Philharmonic Choir, and Opera Laurier. This August, Ben will be travelling to Regina to make up one half of a two-hander play, "Old Wicked Songs". Selected direction credits: "Matilda" (RCMPI), "Last Five Years" (DTP), "13" (GLT), "Messe de Ste. Anne" (premiere).

Donors

Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors for this production:

Markle Consulting

Michael Bennett Realtor

Skyline

Prime Care Pharmacy

Movati Athletic Guelph