Speed Dating Tonight!
Music and Words by Michael ChingBased on a concept by Dean Anthony Directed by Benjamin Smith Step into a night of romance, laughter, and unexpected twists with NUOVA’s Festival artists, training from across Canada. This contemporary comic opera follows 26 singles on one whirlwind night of speed dating, where hilarity, heartbreak, and heartfelt music collide in a fast-paced 75-minute “numbers opera.” Arrive early! The full bar opens at 6:00 PM, with bites and meals to enjoy before the show. The bar remains open throughout the performance, making this a fully immersive evening of music, comedy, and connection. 26 dates. One night. Endless surprises. What could go wrong? Speed Dating Tonight! par Michael Ching Vivez une soirée de romance, de rires et de rebondissements inattendus avec les artistes du Festival NUOVA, formés partout au Canada. Cet opéra comique contemporain suit 26 célibataires lors d’une folle soirée de speed dating, où humour, cœur brisé et musique touchante se rencontrent dans un opéra en chiffres rapide de 75 minutes. Arrivez tôt ! Le bar complet ouvre à 18 h, avec bouchées et repas à savourer avant le spectacle. Le bar reste ouvert pendant toute la représentation, pour une soirée complètement immersive de musique, de comédie et de rencontres. 26 rendez-vous. Une nuit. Des surprises infinies. Que pourrait-il mal tourner ?
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.