Young actors in North Bay ready for the spotlight
For two weeks, the cast and crew of Dreamcoat Fantasy Theatre in North Bay have been rehearsing for opening night.
The show, which opens Thursday, is part of the theatre's Summer Whirlwind. More than 30 young actors in the camp, between the ages six and 14, have two weeks to prepare for their shows.
For some of the young performers, it's their first time on stage.
"We're nervous as it's our first show in a while," said young actor Cassandra Clausen. "But I know everyone is super prepared and it's going to be a great show."
This year, they are performing the musical called 'There's A Monster In My Closet.' It follows the story of two young girls who are having a sleepover and discover Murray, the closet monster.
The girls try to catch Murray -- while he tries to keep out of trouble.
Foster Hamilton plays Murray. Hamilton has been a part of the Dreamcast program for four years. It will be his eighth show.
"I'm feeling very excited because I got one of the lead roles and I've never gotten a lead role before," he said.
"I'm very excited because I haven't been in the Capitol Centre for three years."
Director Charlotte Blanchette said many of the kids have missed performing, as well as seeing their friends in musical theatre.
"All of these kids have worked so hard and it's been so difficult for all of us to be away from the stage," Blanchette said.
"It's so exciting and I'm so lucky to be a part of the first show back."
She was part of the Dreamcoat Fantasy Theatre when she was younger.
"I've built such a relationship with these kids. Even though it's only been two weeks," Blanchette said.
"I get to give these kids the experience that I got in these shows. This year it will be 10 years I've been a part of Dreamcoat."
There are two shows scheduled for Thursday and Friday night at 6 p.m. at the Capitol Centre. Tickets are $10 at the door.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
BREAKING Israel attacks Iran, Reuters sources say; drones reported over Isfahan
Israel has attacked Iran, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as Iranian state media reported early on Friday that its forces had destroyed drones, days after Iran launched a retaliatory drone strike on Israel.
American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer denied bail after being charged with killing Canadian couple
American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer, one of two men charged in the killings of a Canadian couple in Dominica, has been denied bail.
Nearly half of China's major cities are sinking, researchers say
Nearly half of China's major cities are suffering 'moderate to severe' levels of subsidence, putting millions at risk of flooding especially as sea levels rise.
Prince Harry formally confirms he is now a U.S. resident
Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is now a U.S. resident.
Judge says 'no evidence fully supports' murder case against Umar Zameer as jury starts deliberations
The judge presiding over the trial of a man accused of fatally running over a Toronto police officer is telling jurors the possible verdicts they may reach based on the evidence in the case.
Health Canada to change sperm donor screening rules for men who have sex with men
Health Canada will change its longstanding policy restricting gay and bisexual men from donating to sperm banks in Canada, CTV News has learned. The federal health agency has adopted a revised directive removing the ban on gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, effective May 8.
Colin Jost names one celebrity who is great at hosting 'Saturday Night Live'
Colin Jost, who co-anchors Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update,' revealed who he thinks is one of the best hosts on the show.
Sports columnist apologizes for 'oafish' comments directed at Caitlin Clark. The controversy isn't over
A male columnist has apologized for a cringeworthy moment during former University of Iowa superstar and college basketball's highest scorer Caitlin Clark's first news conference as an Indiana Fever player.
'Shopaholic' author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer diagnosis
Sophie Kinsella, the best-selling author behind the 'Shopaholic' book series, has revealed that she is receiving treatment for brain cancer.