Byron September 2025

Reagan Berdan (WARDROBE) “Having the amazing opportunity to participate in the Grand Theatre High School Project has made me realize my passion for the costume arts. Because of my experience, I am now perusing a career in costume design for theatre and film and hope work with the Grand more in the future.” Taylor Reaume-Cunning (FINCH) “Being part of the Grand Theatre High School Project is an exciting experience where I learn from professionals and work with other passionate students. It teaches me a lot about teamwork, creativity, and what it takes to put on a great show.” Eva Klimchuk (MIKE) “Being part of Disney’s Newsies means getting to tell a story that’s full of heart, courage, and amazing choreography. I can’t wait to bring that energy to the stage alongside such a talented cast.” Isaac De Melo (HENRY) “Being part of the high school project has been an amazing opportunity to train in a professional theatre environment. The experience has increased my love for the arts, and strengthened my skills as a performer.”

Extra, Extra! Students seize the stage for Grand Theatre High School Project: Disney’s Newsies Famed for its imaginative and iconic dance sequences, Disney’s Newsies is a vibrant musical spectacular inspired by a true story and features a Tony Award-winning score. It’s the perfect showcase for the talents of more than sixty of London and area’s brightest young artists who will bring the production to life on the Grand Theatre’s Spriet Stage this September. Student artists have arrived at the theatre and are busy preparing for the production, working side by side top professional theatre artists recruited as mentors from across the province, including many who call London home. Let’s meet some of the Byron area students involved: Lyla Worrall (WATSON)

“Growing up as someone who has always loved music and the arts, whether that meant at school or in general, this project helps me be able to continue that love and connect with others who share the same passion. Disney’s Newsies is a show that makes sure everyone is involved and I couldn’t be more excited to work with this amazing cast!” Joshua Cassar (MORRIS DELANCEY) “Being a part of the High School Project is a really cool experience because this is my first time as an actor being given the chance to perform on the Grand Theatre stage, and it's always awesome making new friends in my cast!”

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It’s Opening Night... and it's not going well. Hang onto your seat and experience Broadway's funniest play, about the worst murder mystery ever!

OCT 14 NOV 1 TO on the Spriet Stage Opening a Grand New Season

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