43 collaborators

What’s special about the number 43? Well, I’ll tell you: it’s very different from the number one. When you take a look at Who Is Esther and you look at who wrote the music – well, that was me. Who wrote the lyrics? That was me. But to get it to where it is today, that was NOT me. There … Read More

Meet Contestant #1

We are thrilled to welcome Sedona Jones (Any/All) to the stage in not one, but three exciting roles! As Contestant #1 in the “Talent Stadium”, where hopefuls compete for attention and the coveted title of VP in a high-stakes singing contest. She then turns up the intrigue as a Schemer, where she sets her sights on deposing the CEO. And … Read More

Meet the Characters: The back-room whisperer: Meet Ham

We are thrilled to welcome Tommy Amoroso to the role of Ham in Who Is Esther! A Singer/Actor with an impressive and wide-ranging stage career, Tommy brings a wealth of experience and natural charisma to this production. His theater credits are truly remarkable for their breadth – spanning beloved musicals and dramatic works alike. Audiences may recognize him from standout … Read More

Meet Ham’s Wife

Meet Tikka Smiley, who brings warmth and joy to the stage in the roles of Ham’s wife and Contestant #2. Tikka has been delighting audiences of all ages with her dynamic and soulful music, and it is easy to see why: her live performance credits include Sing Baby Sing!, HavaN’Ranena, the “Hava N’ranena: the soulful song circle ensemble”, and Skinnamarink … Read More

Meet the Characters: The underestimated heroine: Meet Esther

We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Zalyzza Govia to the role of Esther; the heart and heroine at the very center of Who Is Esther. An alto/mezzo-soprano of remarkable range and versatility, Zalyzza brings both vocal power and deep emotional presence to this pivotal role. Her theater credits speak for themselves, most notably her portrayal of Lady Clapham in Something … Read More

Meet Vashti

We are delighted to welcome Michelle Kettrick to the role of Vashti. With a rich background in both Opera and Musical Theatre, Michelle brings a wealth of talent and stage presence to this production. She will also be lending her voice as a cherished member of the Chorus. By day, Michelle inspires the next generation of musicians as a band … Read More

Meet the Co-Producer

Behind every great production is someone who sees its potential long before the curtain rises, and for Who Is Esther, that person is Linda Craig, Co-Producer. With a keen eye for storytelling and a talent for bringing the right people and ideas together, Linda has been a driving force in shepherding this musical from vision to stage. A lifelong choral … Read More

Meet the Writer, Composer and Co-Producer – Trifactor Enabler

Randall Craig – composer, writer, co-producer: a man of many hats and boundless energy. Some may call him a serial entrepreneur, but we think “twenty-first century renaissance man” captures him far better. Whether he is writing books, earning countless speaking and volunteer awards, or coaching those with a business vision to pursue, Randall has a remarkable gift for seeing what … Read More

Meet the Director

Tracey Forster is a dynamic and multifaceted performing arts professional currently based in Kingston, Ontario. A graduate of Sheridan College Musical Theatre Program, Tracey has built an impressive career that spans acting, directing, vocal coaching, and musical theatre – bringing passion, expertise, and creativity to every stage she graces. Her dedication to the arts extends beyond performance, as she continues … Read More

Vocal Percussion

During the creation of Sing With Esther, our global program for choirs, we made the decision to enhance the arrangement with the addition of vocal percussion, aka “Beatboxing”. While there is a ton of information, and plenty of examples on the internet (here’s Wikipedia), we thought that we would highlight the work of OUR beatboxer, the very talented Jon Jon … Read More