The Eleanor Calbes Memorial Scholarship Vocal Competition is back! Save the date for Saturday November 15, 2025. Young vocalists in the Peel Region are eligible and should watch our socials and website for more information on where this will be and how to sign up. Check out last year's competition, details on the history and competition criteria Here

September is packed with opportunities! Join us at the Meadowvale Theatre Open House, Auditions, and this months Workshop!  See where we perform, discover new skills and meet like-minded people! Ready to dive in? Read all about CCMP's September Events HERE ! #OpenHouse   #Workshops   #Auditions   #SeptemberFun   #ccmptheprom   #communitytheatre

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming  Intimacy & Theatrical Storytelling Workshop , happening on  Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1:00–4:00 PM . Whether you’re a performer, director, stage manager, or someone curious about how theatre tells intimate stories with care, this workshop is for you. Led by a trained intimacy professional, Alix Sideris. This session will introduce participants to the  foundational practices of theatrical intimacy —with a focus on consent, agency, and artistry. You don’t need to have staged intimacy before; all you need is a willingness to engage in safe, respectful, and creative exploration. Workshop Details 📅  Date & Time : Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 1:00–4:00 PM 📍  Location : Mississauga Valley Community Centre 🎟  Open to : Artists, directors, stage managers, and community members 16+ 👥  Class Size : Up to 24 participants 💸Cost: $10, e-transfer to info@ccmpmusic.com What to Expect Each workshop will include active exercises, discussion, and practical staging techniques: Introduction to Intimacy Direction  – the core principles that guide this practice. Deep-Listening & Agency Exercises  – building awareness of body, breath, and boundaries. Choreography of Intimacy  – exploring movement, gesture, and chemistry on stage. Stage Kissing & Placeholders  – techniques to keep the story alive while ensuring safety. Self-Care & Closure  – practices to support performers emotionally and physically. All physical contact in this workshop will be  consensual . Participants are always welcome to sit out or observe if they feel uncomfortable. The goal is not only to explore physical and emotional intimacy on stage but to teach  consent, agency, and respect  as the foundation for powerful storytelling. Why Attend? This workshop is: ✔️ Beginner-friendly and welcoming to all experience levels ✔️ A safe way to explore sensitive material with guidance and care ✔️ Designed to build performer confidence and creative agency ✔️ Focused on making theatre more authentic, moving, and sustainable ✨ If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to approach intimacy on stage without fear or discomfort, this is your chance. Together, we’ll create a brave space where artists feel respected, supported, and free to tell powerful stories. No experience needed. Just bring an open mind, a spirit of respect, and a willingness to learn! Spaces are limited. We look forward to seeing you there. 📝 Register today!  Click HERE  to sign up. For more information or if you have questions, please contact us at info@ccmpmusic.com . #CCMPWorkshop #TheatricalIntimacy #BravePerformances #CommunityTheatre #MississaugaEvents #CCMPgivesback #ccmptheprom INSTRUCTOR: ALIX SIDERIS Alix (she/they) is an artist and somatics practitioner who has extensive experience as a professional actor, intimacy coordinator/director, movement director, meditation leader, and educator. It’s in their heart’s mandate to help everyone feel grounded with sensitive material so that the strongest, most evocative stories can be shared with holistic artfulness. Some Intimacy Professional credits include Rent, Much Ado About Nothing, Wedding Band, Hamlet (Stratford Festival); All the Lost Ones (Netflix); Gwen Shamblin: Starving for Salvation (Lifetime); Thanks to the Hard Work of the Elephants (CouKuma Productions); Heirlooms (Cynical Companion); Gemini (Defiance); among many other film, TV, and live performance productions. Alix is vice-chair on the board of the National Society of Intimacy Professionals and teaches Intimacy and Consent workshops and classes upon request.

Sold Out Classes! A great success that we will bring back again next summer! CCMP Presents: “Summer Fling” Dance Workshops – Open to All! Sold Out Classes! A great success that we will be sure to bring back again next summer! We’re excited to invite you to CCMP’s Summer Fling Dance Workshops , happening this August at The Dance Pac Studio. Whether you’re a regular on stage, someone who’s always wanted to try a dance class, or just looking for a fun and active night out, you are welcome here. No experience needed. Just bring comfy clothes, a good attitude, and a willingness to move! Led by award-winning choreographer Renee Jones , these two relaxed and engaging sessions will introduce participants to musical theatre-inspired movement in a way that’s fun, simple, and judgement-free. You don’t need to know how to dance, count music, or even know what “Fosse” means (we’ll teach you that too). Workshop Dates: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 7:00–9:00 PM Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | 7:00–9:00 PM Location:  The Dance Pac Studio 2900 ARGENTIA ROAD, UNIT 21 & 22 MISSISSAUGA, ON Each 2-hour workshop includes a short warm-up, some across-the-floor movement (think: walking to the beat with style), and a beginner-friendly dance combo that we’ll learn together. We’ll also spend a bit of time learning how to “look like a dancer” on stage - even if you’ve never done it before. What to Expect: August 12: Broadway Jazz – Think of the big, bold numbers you see in musicals - fun, upbeat, and full of personality. This class will teach you easy-to-follow steps that bring that Broadway energy to life. No dance background needed - just come ready to move, laugh, and let loose. August 27: Fosse / Classical Music Theatre – Ever watched Chicago or Cabaret and wondered how they move like that? This session will break it down in a way that’s easy to follow, even if you’re brand new to it. It’s all about small, stylish movements with lots of attitude. You’ll learn how to use even the tiniest gestures to tell a story on stage. All participants will receive personalized feedback, tips and tricks for picking up choreography quickly, and insight into how to bring your dance performance to life - even if dance isn’t your strongest suit. These workshops are: FREE Beginner-friendly and welcoming to all ages (teens and up) A great way to stay active, meet people, and have some fun Designed to help build confidence, not pressure perfection Open to everyone - not just CCMP members or performers FREE Registration: https://forms.gle/8fh4gmC2kpnDJ5WA8 Space will be limited. Questions: Info@ccmpmusic.com   So if you’ve ever wanted to try something new, challenge yourself in a kind and encouraging environment, or dance like nobody’s watching - join us. This is your summer fling with dance. We look forward to seeing you there.

CCMP, the creators and the cast are thrilled with the success of Finales: Broadway's Greatest Showstoppers and would like to thank everyone who attended for their support and kind words. Some lovely comments are: "It was such a great show!! I loved every minute of it!" Lisa "Loved, loved, loved it!" Kevin F "Congratulations to the cast and creators of Finales. It was marvellous!" Jacki K "Wonderful Show. Such talent on that stage!!!" Brenda G. "Wonderful Show! A few old memories and lots of new ones!! Encore!!!" Leslie B. "It really was such a great show!!! A lot of songs I didn't know but loved immediately. Definitely was a SHOW!!!" Denise F. "So good...Please don't stop! You really are an amazing cast under skilled hands. Keep making beautiful music. Thank you for the song. Don't miss this show! It was so wonderful. I loved it! The talent on this stage is insane. Michael and John sure can pick them!!! What a team these two make! Jacky S. "Saw the show last night and was so impressed with the talent! The voices were amazing and sung with such heartfelt emotion. Love the song selection! Also loved the set and lighting! Congratulations to all involved!" Barb S. "I'm struggling to find words....I cried, I laughed and I loved every single second. The incredible creative team of Michael and John brought something very special to the stage. The voices were just unbelievable one after the other so powerful, so perfect, so beautiful. Don't miss this beautiful performance. Congrats to everyone involved, this truly was stunning!" Jacky S. "A show not to be missed!" Greg Flis CCMP hopes that you will join us for the next show, The Prom coming to Meadowvale Theatre in March 2026. Single tickets will go on sale July 7, 2025. Watch out for the link.

Drury Lane Theatre’s “Finales” Celebrates the Endings of Broadway Hits Written by By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for Burlington's Local-News.ca “I’d have a hero’s ending. A perfect happy ending. That’s how it would be. A big, bright, beautiful world, but not for me,” mournfully sings the titular, green-skinned ogre at the end of the first act of Shrek the Musical. Right before intermission, audiences are left wondering, as they stand in line for the bathroom or snacks, whether this particular main character will triumph or fail in his quest for true love. Will he get the girl of his dreams, or will he return to his swamp alone after his adventure is done? But what’s most important in this number, “Who I’d Be,” is that Shrek is finally embracing, rather than repressing, his need for affection and companionship. Shrek the Musical’s first act ends on a key moment of character development. Click the link to read more. Drury Lane Theatre’s “Finales” Celebrates the Endings of Broadway Hits – Local News Missed it at Drury Lane Theatre? Don't worry, we are preparing to dazzle audiences again at the Maja Prentice Theatre in Mississauga this weekend - June 20-21. Don't miss this amazing show. Get Tickets Cast of Finales: Broadway's Greatest Showstoppers performing at Drury Lane Theatre in Burlington. Front L to R: Sharon Nimmo, Alix Kingston, David Grimason, Misha Khorramshahi. Back row L to R: Karl Kwiatkowski, Vincent Perri, Meagan Dowey, Nathon Irving, Erin Mouchian, Doug Massey.

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Courtesy of Mississauga Arts Council, SaugaArtsHub.com This week, our HUB Highlights Artist Spotlight is John Pugh! John Pugh is a proud Mississauga native with over 20 years of experience in the city’s vibrant theatre community. A seasoned music director, keyboardist, and accompanist, he has worked on more than 80 productions, known for his collaborative spirit and passion for musical storytelling. Believing in theatre’s power to connect, John is dedicated to creating emotionally resonant work that uplifts both performers and audiences. His credits include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Rocky Horror Show, Cabaret, The Secret Garden, and Rent. John also curates musical theatre cabarets, spotlighting local talent alongside seasoned professionals. Upcoming projects include Finales: Broadway’s Greatest Showstoppers, Anastasia ( Clarkson Music Theatre ) and The Prom ( City Centre Musical Productions ) as part of the Encore Series. Get in touch with him at johnpughmusic@gmail.com Come see FINALES and experience the magic John, his band and our singers bring to the stage. Tickets & Show Info www.ccmpmusic.com/2025shows Read the full HUB Highlights newsletter and subscribe here: bit.ly/HUBHighlights  and visit SaugaArtsHUB.com  to find more artists on Sauga Arts HUB

A review courtesy of Greg Flis, Burlington Today. Drury Lane’s regular season has now come to a close, culminating with A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, which many patrons claimed was one of the best shows Drury Lane has done. But another special feature presentation will be put on at Drury for two days only – Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 – with both a matinee and evening performance on Saturday. According to Drury Lane family members – those who regularly perform or assist backstage or in the booth – Finales is seen as a show not to be missed. Finales consists of what it suggests: nothing but songs which were the finales (first or second act) of their Broadway shows. Only some of the finale shows are traditional musicals, amongst them The Sound of Music (Climb Every Mountain), Camelot (Before I Gaze at You Again), Gypsy (Everything’s Coming up Roses), and Guys and Dolls (I’ve Never Been in Love Before). However, the shows for which you may not be familiar will make you want to see them, including shows like Shrek, The Witches of Eastwick, and The Notebook. The concept for the show and its compilation is the brainchild of Michael MacLennan. If you have been to Drury Lane, then you have no doubt seen a Michael MacLennan show. There is always a precision and perfect organization to any show he directs. His resume is extensive, including as cast member in Mirvish shows and at the Stratford Festival, but also directing musicals in Burlington and Mississauga and beyond. In community theatre, his choreography and direction are highly respected, in some circles legendary. In short, he knows how to move actors about the stage to the best effect. For Finales, MacLennan writes a minimalist narration, giving just what we need to hear before getting to the songs themselves. The narration effectively defines ‘finale’ for us, then later suggests the themes we are about to hear, including songs of the heart and songs with different perspectives which challenge audiences. Amongst the performers are some who may be familiar to Drury Lane audiences, most notably Alix Kingston, last seen at Drury starring in She Loves Me, Vincent Perri who performed in Drury’s Spelling Bee, and Doug Massey, who has been a regular fixture on Burlington and Hamilton stages for many years. My wife and I were lucky enough to be invited to a rehearsal recently, several weeks before Finales was to be staged, and we were, quite frankly, blown away by the talent. Several performers have worked as actors commercially, but most would be considered amateur in their status, that is, not being members of ACTRA. But their talents are nothing short of professional. These are all performers who are very skilled indeed. They are able to control their voices like finely tuned instruments. One stand-out performer for me seems to be the youngest member of this ensemble, Nathon Irving, whose vocal control and range were awe-inspiring in all his numbers, but particularly in Who I’d Be from the musical Shrek. Most remarkable, to me, was the incredible blends that Music Director John Pugh was able to glean from this extraordinary cast. During the chorus numbers in particular, and especially in the opening number from Pippin and the final finale from The Notebook, each voice was distinct and unique, and the co-mingling of voices made for a sound which was emotionally powerful. MacLennan and Pugh are able to get their actors to also be emotionally affective. Their voices, along with the beauty of several songs, will reduce some audience members to tears. MacLennan’s choreography consists of simple movements which reinforce the songs’ themes and support the emotional intent of each finale as well. The trio of Meagan Dowey, Alix Kingston and Misha Khorramshahi, with the assistance of simple choreography and wonderful voices, bring to life a finale from The Witches of Eastwick, one of many highlights from this show which will leave the audience breathless. I wish I could mention all the performers, names noted in the picture, but I can assure you that they are all very talented singers and actors. Tickets for the Drury Lane production on June 13 and 14, including Saturday matinee, are available by calling the Box Office (905-637-3979), who are good for returning calls, and more easily at www.drurylane.ca  where you can easily choose your own table/seats. Finales will also be performed the following weekend June 20-21 at the Maya Prentice Theatre 3650 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9 in Mississauga. Click here for Tickets Show Info at www.ccmpmusic.com/2025shows

Courtesy of The Hamilton Spectator - Gary Smith: By  Gary Smith Special to the Spectator Gary Smith has written about theatre and dance for the Hamilton Spectator for 45 years as well as for a variety of international publications. gsmith1@cogeco.ca The showstoppers you know: Musical revue ‘Finales’ A celebration of Broadway and local talent When you come out to see a show like “Finales,” you support the performing arts in our community, and you buoy the dreams and spirits of the talented. Finales are those big numbers that cap off a Broadway musical, or maybe send you out humming at intermission. They’re showstoppers, staged to make you tingle. Well, what if someone took a whole series of those big blockbusters and put them together in one show? You’d have “Finales” of course, the musical entertainment City Centre Musical productions is bringing to The Loft at Drury Lane Theatre. Put together by musical theatre director-choreographer Michael MacLennan, and musical director John Pugh, this eclectic entertainment brings the big eleven o’clock numbers from shows such as “Funny Girl,” “Next to Normal” and “Gypsy” together in one big evening. “It’s a musical theatre revue that is a collection of the greatest endings to Act 1 or Act 2 from 26 different shows, both classic and contemporary. It’s a full evening of singing from 10 talented vocalists,” MacLennan says. And when it comes to musicals MacLennan knows his stuff. He’s directed plenty of them for community theatre companies in the greater Hamilton and Toronto area. Growing up in Hamilton’s east end, MacLennan had great imagination. “Pretending to be someone else fascinated me as a kid. My elementary report cards all said, ‘Michael talks too much.’ I think it’s pretty clear that I needed to find a way of expressing myself.” That’s where theatre came in. Finales Who  City Centre Musical productions and Drury Lane Theatrical Productions Where  The Loft at Drury Lane Theatre, 2269 New St., Burlington When  June 13,14 at 8 p.m. Matinee June 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets  $40. Call 905-637-3979 or go to  boxoffice@drurylane.ca “My drama teacher, Al Straitton at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School, was a huge inspiration. He saw something in me that I was probably not even aware of. This led to my first community theatre show with Hamilton Theatre Inc. You could say community theatre was my training ground and from there I went on to study acting, singing and dancing.” MacLennan performed at Stage West, Drayton Festival Theatre and Limelight Dinner Theatre, as well as singing in some big cruise ship shows. “My dream came true when I was finally cast at the Stratford Festival and I did two wonderful seasons there. I was offered a third, but I made the difficult decision to decline this as I wanted to pursue other aspects of theatre, not just performing.” MacLennan had always been intrigued by direction and choreography, and he became an assistant director at the Thousand Islands Playhouse and at Drayton Festival Theatres. Local audiences, however, probably know him best from the professional quality productions he has directed for Drury Lane Theatrical Productions in Burlington. “I feel my organizational and multi-tasking skills, combined with my ability to communicate clearly, make me an effective director. People seem to really enjoy my process, and they trust me. I’ve had opportunities to be an assistant director and to choreograph for professional theatres, but it was community theatre companies that embraced me.” MacLennan admits it’s hard to make a living from directing community theatre shows. “Professional theatres put a show together in three weeks. Community theatres take about three months, so there needs to be some other source of income to survive. But isn’t surviving the plight of most theatre artists in this country?” Still, MacLennan thinks young people interested in a theatre career shouldn’t be afraid to take a chance. “I would never tell anyone not to follow their dream, but I would be very honest. There is a reason why it’s called show business. It is a business. And you have to pay as much attention to the second half of that title as the first. And you have to be courageous. You’ll be told no more than yes when it comes to getting a job. “ Remember, you are the commodity you are selling, and it can be heartbreaking when you are rejected. If you have other skills you should foster them. They may come in handy during the lean times. And there will be many lean times. Most of all, be absolutely sure you love performing and can’t think of yourself doing anything else,” MacLennan says. That’s what this talented showman has been doing for over 35 years, so he must be doing something right. “I’m thankful for the folks who attend local theatres and come out to see productions like ‘Finales,’ ” he says. “As a kid growing up in Hamilton from a steelworker’s family, going into theatre was not something I would call an obvious choice to make. Thankfully, community theatres helped me so much. They are so important because they do more than just put on shows. They provide a training ground for young artists, and they provide a safe space for people to embrace who they are. In more ways than one, they become a second family.” Michael MacLennan, Director/Choreographer and Creator of Finales: Broadway's Greatest Showstoppers. MacLennan is right. When you come out to see a show like “Finales,” you support the performing arts in our community, and you buoy the dreams and spirits of the talented, enthusiastic folk who are on stage not because they’re paid, but because they love it. June 13-14 at 8:00 PM and 2:00 PM Matinée on June 14, 2025. Limited engagement. Don't miss it!

City Centre Musical Productions Inc. (CCMP) is an inclusive, community-based musical theatre group that has been performing top quality musicals in Mississauga for over 35 years.  All members share a love of music, song and performance with the commitment to providing the best entertainment for  the community. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday June 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. Meadowvale Community Centre Program Room 2 6655 Glen Erin Dr, Mississauga, ON L5N 3L4 The AGM includes:  ·        A review of this past year ·        Messages from the President and Treasurer ·        Financial statements ·        The election and re-election of Trustees to the Board    If you are interested in joining the group, becoming a Board Trustee, a volunteer, or just want to find out about our group and our upcoming shows, come on by, we'd love to see you.  A social get-together will follow the meeting with refreshments. RSVP: Francine at fgabelle81@gmail.com   Please RSVP by Thursday June 12, 2025

CCMP is happy to announce our audition dates for our 2026 production of The Prom! When: Tuesday June 24,2026 starting at 6:30 PM Wednesday June 25, 2026 starting at 6:30 PM Time: Select your prefered time and date with our audition scheduler. Callbacks: Thursday June 26, 2025 by invitation only. Where: Rivergrove Community Centre in the Susan Barts Arts Studio room 5800 Rivergrove Avenue, Mississauga ON L5M 4R8 Please review our audition page for all relevant information and to book your audition for The Prom ! All of our audition information and the booking scheduler can be found here . The will be no Information Night, if you have any questions after reviewing the Audition page, please email us at info@ccmpmusic.com . We hope to see you there!