Class Act Program
Step into the spotlight. If you’re between the ages of 9 and 17, passionate about musical theatre, and based in Edmonton, we invite you to audition for an exciting season of training and performance. Our year-long triple-threat program is designed to challenge, support, and inspire young performers at every stage of their artistic journey – with expert training in acting, singing, and dance, led by experienced industry professionals. Each program culminates in a fully staged musical of Oliver! in Winter 2027. This year, we are introducing two dedicated training streams: Junior Program (Ages 9–12) *No Audition Required Advanced Program (Ages 13–17) *Audition Required (July 29, 2026) Each stream is tailored to meet students where they are – building strong foundations while encouraging artistic growth, discipline, and confidence. Class sizes are capped, and we are already more than half full. Register NOW! Junior Musical Theatre Ages 9-12 | Full-Year Program A supportive and engaging introduction to musical theatre training.Students build foundational skills in acting, vocal technique, and dance, while exploring a wide range of musical theatre repertoire through scenes, songs, and choreography. The program culminates in a fully staged musical production of Oliver! in Winter 2027. ScheduleSundays, 1:00-4:00 PM | MacEwan University, Allard Hall Fall Term: Sept 20 – Nov 29, 2026Winter Term: Jan 10 – Mar 7, 2027No Class Dates: October 11, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend) & November 8, 2026 (Remembrance Day Weekend) Production Period: February 15 – March 7, 2027 Tuition: $850 Register in Junior Musical Theatre Now!Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSes22PNPl2li9DHv9QWCZDMibj9hjwoQUXKDkD2Mwfcg-nvuw/viewform Advanced Musical Theatre Ages 13 – 17 | Full-Year Program* Audition Required (July 29, 2026 or video submissions)Designed for dedicated young performers ready to deepen their craft.Students engage in focused training in acting, vocal performance, and dance, with an emphasis on technique, discipline, and artistic interpretation. This intensive program culminates in a fully staged MainStage musical production of Oliver! in Winter 2027. ScheduleSundays, 1:00 – 5:30 PM | MacEwan University, Allard HallFall Term: Sept 20 – Nov 29, 2026Winter Term: Jan 10 – Mar 7, 2027No Class Dates: October 11, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend) & November 8, 2026 (Remembrance Day Weekend)Production Period: February 15 – March 7, 2027Tuition: $1,050 AuditionsEmail Admin@NUOVAVocalArts.ca to book your audition.Audition dates and requirements will be shared upon registration. Register in Advanced Musical Theatre Now!Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSes22PNPl2li9DHv9QWCZDMibj9hjwoQUXKDkD2Mwfcg-nvuw/viewform
Auditions: 2026/2027 Arts Season
As part of our 2026/2027 Arts Season, NUOVA Vocal Arts is seeking non-Equity performers for upcoming productions of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas and Oliver! Audition Dates and information Wednesday, July 29 | 6:00 – 9:00 PMSaturday, August 1 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Auditions will take place at Allard Hall, MacEwan University. Kim Mattice Wanat (Artistic Director) & Benjamin Smith (Associate Artistic Director & Operations Manager) will be in the audition room. To receive an audition appointment, please email:admin@nuovavocalarts.ca Please prepare: 1 Song and contrasting 1 Monologue (under 5 minutes total) We will not have an accompanist so please bring a track. We will have adapters for you to plug into the speakers. For Audition Details & Character Breakdown Click the Button Below!
Brigadoon
The Orange Hub Theatre | Managed by Grindstone Theatre Society Book & Lyrics by Alan Jay LernerMusic by Frederick Loewe Directed by Kim Mattice WanatMusic Direction by Ryan Sigurdson Approximate Running Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Description Step into the enchantment of Brigadoon – a sweeping romantic fantasy set in the misty Scottish Highlands. When two American travelers stumble upon a mysterious village that appears for just one day every hundred years, they are drawn into a world where love, tradition, and magic intertwine. But as time begins to slip away, an impossible choice emerges: what would you sacrifice for a love that cannot last? Performed by NUOVA’s exceptional emerging musical theatre artists from across Canada, this reimagined production brings fresh immediacy to a beloved classic – blending lyrical elegance with emotional depth. Filled with soaring melodies and timeless storytelling, Brigadoon is a moving celebration of destiny, connection, and the courage to choose a life less ordinary. One day. One love. One impossible choice. Don’t miss this unforgettable theatrical experience Brigadoon Description Entrez dans la magie de Brigadoon, une histoire romantique pleine de mystère dans les Highlands écossaises. Deux voyageurs américains tombent sur un village qui n’apparaît qu’un seul jour tous les cent ans. Là, amour, tradition et magie se rencontrent… mais le temps file vite, et un choix impossible s’impose : que seriez-vous prêt à sacrifier pour un amour qui ne peut durer ? Avec les meilleurs talents émergents du théâtre musical de tout le Canada, cette production réinventée apporte fraîcheur et émotion à ce classique bien-aimé. Entre mélodies envoûtantes et récit captivant, Brigadoon célèbre le destin, les liens humains et le courage de choisir une vie hors du commun. Un jour. Un amour. Un choix impossible. Ne manquez pas cette expérience théâtrale inoubliable !
Così fan tutte
Mozart’s Comedy of Love, Loyalty, and Letting Go Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus MozartLibretto by Lorenzo Da PontePremiered 1790 in Vienna Directed by Rob HerriotConducted by Gordon Gerrard Approximate Running Time: 2 hours 55 minutes Mozart’s sparkling comedy about love and human nature unfolds against the breathtaking backdrop of the Canadian wilderness. In NUOVA Vocal Arts’ 2026 Festival production, Così fan tutte is reimagined at an elegant 1930s resort hotel on the edge of untamed landscape – where romance is as unpredictable as the frontier itself. Playful, stylish, and surprisingly modern, this production explores the delicate balance of trust, temptation, and self-discovery. Beneath its wit lies a profound meditation on vulnerability, forgiveness, and the art of laughing at ourselves. Under the direction of Rob Herriot, with musical leadership by Gordon Gerrard, NUOVA’s emerging artists bring fresh vitality and emotional nuance to Mozart’s masterwork. The Story Set in the pre-war 1930s, sophisticated Italian sisters Fiordiligi and Dorabella arrive in Canada for a luxurious holiday retreat. Enchanted by their surroundings, they quickly fall for two charming young Mounties. But love is soon put to the test. As part of a mischievous wager, the officers pretend to answer a call to duty, only to return in disguise as rugged log drivers determined to woo the very women who pledged them fidelity. What follows is a witty and increasingly tangled game of deception. Will the sisters be fooled?And once the truth is revealed, can love return to what it once was — or must it transform? The Music Composed at the height of Mozart’s creative brilliance and premiered just one year before his untimely death, Così fan tutte dazzles with elegance, wit, and emotional depth. Mozart balances buoyant comedy with moments of exquisite tenderness. Radiant ensembles and virtuosic arias reveal characters who are not merely comic archetypes, but deeply human — flawed, searching, and achingly sincere. Beneath the laughter lies a gentle, knowing exploration of the fragility of the heart. The Design An elegant 1930s Canadian resort hotel perched at the edge of wilderness — where polished civility meets untamed nature. Scenic Design by Sheldon Johnson Special rates are available for groups of 10+ individuals. Please contact admin@nuovavocalarts.ca for special rate.