A new initiative of Winnipeg StudioTheatre began this fall with the origin of WST StudioWorks Players. This musical theatre troupe is comprised of a dozen highly skilled emerging artists who specialize in musical theatre and the performing arts. We have already created “made to order” events including the Jewish Federation’s Footprints Flash Mob, the Humane Society’s Bow Wow Ball, and Dance Manitoba’s Gala with SMD’s All Abilities Dancers. We’re open for business and look forward to more gigs in 2019.

For over 25 years I’ve had the great opportunity to work in the Manitoba school system as part of MAC’s Artist in the Schools program. This season, I’ve brought my own special brand of musical theatre artistry to A.E. Wright School (Seven Oaks S.D.), Tanner’s Crossing (Minnedosa) and the upcoming George Fitton School (Brandon). It’s a terrific adventure to bring “triple threat” technique to students K-12!

My spouse Victor and I had the best 2nd, (or was it 3rd, after Mexico and Victoria, B.C.) honeymoon in October. Portugal, one of our top bucket list countries, proved to be everything it was hyped up to be and more… We followed the sun from Lisbon, south to the Algarve region and back up to Porto where we imbibed in…you guessed it…Port! The country, the people and the food were all spectacular; life memories have been made and friendships formed. Obrigado Portugal!

So, having just completed my “Fabulous at Fifty” decade, I have now entered the realm of “Stupendous at Sixty”; So many blessings in my life to be grateful for and so many experiences left to accomplish…my goal over the next ten years is to maintain an active lifestyle, fulfill my creative spirit and above all, continue to engage in life with heart and soul! Happy “sweet 60” to me!!

For the second annual summer, I became a “camper” in the SMV (School for Music Vocations) Vocal Jazz Camp. Under the direction of Dr. Jeremy Fox, (head of the Creston, Iowa school), I spent 12 hour days working on solo and choral vocal jazz technique in the company of like-minded students, colleagues and instructors from Manitoba and beyond. The program is designed to inspire and challenge all participants at a level for which they are suited as well as serve as a positive influence to achieve their own “personal best”. The music selections range from vocal jazz standards to contemporary selections, including original works which have been primarily arranged by Jeremy and/or his team. Fantastic program and outstanding learning experience!!