Perversity You know, in life laughter and fun are key to success… and the key to putting on a great musical. Our chorus (Michelle Kettrick, Tikka Smiley, Sedona Jones and Leah Becker) has a good laugh during the choreography in the song Perversity. From the musical Who is Esther in the upcoming Kingston Fringe Festival performance – tickets info here: … Read More
Finding Our people
Every production needs its people. We found ours. Twelve individuals: 8 cast members, 2 co-producers, a director, and a costumer, each arriving with their own story. Between them: rap, reggae, baroque, jazz, and hip hop. Sci-fi fans and classicists. Cyclists and bakers. Christian, Jewish, and everything in between. Parents, grandparents, children, aunts and uncles. Farm, forest, and city. On paper, … Read More
Meet Uncle Mo, the elder statesman
A singer‑songwriter, participant in the Canadian Model & Talent Convention, and proud member of the Forte Toronto Gay Men’s Chorus. Brice has purposefully built his performance experience with one clear destination in mind: the musical theatre stage. Alongside his theatre work, he has been developing original musical material and honing a versatile vocal identity that moves fluidly through pop, soul, … Read More
Outreach and Partnerships
We are delighted to introduce Loretta Levinson, the creative force behind Who Is Esther’s marketing, partnership development, and community engagement. If there is one line from this production that perfectly captures her spirit, it is this one: “I’ve got ideas for the world to know.” And indeed she does! A graduate of the Ivey Business School MBA program, Loretta brings … Read More
The Invitation (feat. Manuele Adrian Mizzi)
Manuele Adrian Mizzi singing a clip from “The Invitation” from the musical Who Is Esther.
Meet another Schemer
We are so pleased to welcome Leah Becker to Who Is Esther, where she takes on the energetic triple role of Aide, Schemer, and Chorus member. A performer with a natural versatility that shines across stage and screen, Leah brings tremendous range and enthusiasm to this production. Her stage credits are already impressive: audiences may recognize her as Belle in … Read More
We Are Believers (feat. Justin Welsh)
Justin Welsh setting the stage for We Are Believers, from the musical Who Is Esther.
Corner Block with Berlayne Smith
Do you have what it takes? Berlayne Smith poses this important question in Corner Block, from the musical Who Is Esther.
Can a tiger change its stripes? Meet Mr. Verious, the CEO
We are delighted to welcome Mitchell Lauer to the role of Mr. Verious, the C.E.O. of Who Is Esther and if ever there was a performer built for commanding a room, it is Mitchell. A seasoned character actor with a gift for both comedy and drama, he brings an impressive depth of experience to this pivotal role. Mitchell’s theatre credits … Read More
A Wonderful Day with Jesse Shore in Who Is Esther
Jesse Shore having a wonderful day, (and singing the song of the same name) from the musical Who Is Esther.