David Rogers News

Women in business in the 1950's--not the easiest row to hoe.

Victoria Playhouse Petrolia (VPP) has been named a 2017 OCAF grant recipient. The Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) aims to increase cultural tourism by providing investments to assist Ontario organizations to develop, promote and present events and attract new tourists and visitors to cultural events.

Victoria Playhouse Petrolia (VPP) is once again a recipient of The Government of Ontario's Celebrate Ontario grant and has been named a Success Story on their online release. The very name of the grant, Celebrate Ontario 2017, ties directly in with the mandate of the 2017 VPP season, which celebrates Canada during the year it turns 150.

With special permission from the Nick Enright estate, the Home Grown Songbook Series proudly presents 'The Songs of NICK ENRIGHT.' Dedicated to the songs and theatrical works of the late Nick Enright and his collaborations with Terrence Clarke, David King, Max Lambert, Alan John and Glenn Henrich. A Gala Evening for one night at only at The Chapel off Chapel at 8pm on Sunday the 11th of December 2016. Please join us as we celebrate the leading pioneer of the Australian Musical Theatre.  

After the turkey is put away on Thanksgiving evening, bring your out-of-town guests downtown for family entertainment sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit. A new musical comedy by the Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated composer and lyricist, Harry Connick, Jr.'s THE HAPPY ELF opens at the Roxy Regional Theatre today, November 24, at 7:00pm.

After the turkey is put away on Thanksgiving evening, bring your out-of-town guests downtown for family entertainment sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit. A new musical comedy by the Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated composer and lyricist, Harry Connick, Jr.'s THE HAPPY ELF opens at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Thursday, November 24, at 7:00pm.

Co-Artistic Directors David Hogan & David Rogers are thrilled to announce the 2017 Season. 'Celebrate With Us' encompasses a Canadian theme as the VPP honours our country in its 150th year. When asked about the line up for the upcoming season, Hogan said 'Happy Birthday Canada - this season is dedicated to you. We wanted to give back to our great nation that has made us feel glorious and free. Everything in this season is written, composed, compiled, choreographed, directed, performed and/or put together by Canadians. We are thrilled to celebrate Canada.' Director of Cultural Services for the Town of Petrolia, Richard Poore echoed Hogan's sentiments, saying, 'I am so pleased and proud to be part of the 2017 VPP Summer Season announcement. I know our audiences will continue to be thrilled by the VPP experience.'

Co-Artistic Directors David Hogan & David Rogers are thrilled to announce the 2017 Season. 'Celebrate With Us' encompasses a Canadian theme as the VPP honours our country in its 150th year.

A theatrical version of David Keyes's FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON, adapted by David Rogers, will play the Masque Theatre this November. Presented by DQ Entertainment, the production will be directed by Tamara Grant.

Many of Canada's top theatre talent will be hitting the stage at Lula Lounge this upcoming Monday, October 3rd.  Presented by ONE NIGHTSTAND RECORDS, and RUTHERFORD MANG INC., HERE'S TO LIFE - An Evening of Cabaret and Celebration is the inaugural concert in support of The Leanne Mang Foundation.

Last evening, the 1980 musical based on the beloved novel Flowers For Algernon came to life again for one night only at Feinstein's/54 Below.

The 1980 musical based on the beloved novel Flowers For Algernon will come to life again for one night only at Feinstein's/54 Below tonight, September 16.

Additional casting has been announced for Charlie and Algernon: In Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below. As previously reported, the 1980 musical based on the beloved novel Flowers For Algernon will come to life again for one night only, with the show's original star, P.J. Benjamin (Wicked, Chicago, Sophisticated Ladies and more).

Next week, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

The 1980 musical based on the beloved novel Flowers For Algernon will come to life again for one night only at Feinstein's/54 Below on September 16.

Canada's newest musical comedy sensation premiers at the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia this August and already has local area theatre fans buzzing with excitement. Little Miss County Fair is a parody of small town beauty pageants, written by Co-Artistic Director David Rogers, with music by Resident Music Director Mark Payne. In Broadway style fashion, its got the production numbers and finesse you'd expect from a big city musical, but is chalk full of local references.