Michaela Tassone — Kingston Theatre Alliance

“All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” – George Orwell One of the first classic novels I read in grade school, Orwell’s Animal Farm is one that stuck with me well beyond my eighth grade classroom. An allegory for the Russian Revolution and Stalin’s rise to power and subsequent dictatorship, the novel also carries a wider warning of the ways in which governance can be […]

A pair of rival, vicious Hollywood stars who must be kept apart at all costs somehow ending up in the same suite? What could possibly go wrong… Suite Surrender, written by Michael McKeever, is a hilarious comedy directed by Lorna Jodoin currently playing at Domino Theatre. Two feuding Hollywood starlets, Claudia McFadden (Julia Moore) and Athena Sinclair (Vanessa Costa) are invited to perform at a war benefit at the Palm […]

From the moment I stepped into the Grand Theatre on Saturday evening for the Slaight Music Video Showcase—a treasured part of the Kingston Canadian Film Festival—the space was bursting with energy: jam-packed with festival attendees and creatives alike, all eager to see the hard work of local musicians, production companies, and volunteers on the screen of the Grand Theatre.  Venturing into the lobby, the space was overflowing with well-dressed attendees […]

This article marks the beginning of the KTA’s partnership with the Kingston Music Office. We are excited to provide ongoing coverage for the vibrant music scene in Kingston and thankful for the support from the Music Office! Kingston’s very own Miss Emily is newly nominated for her second JUNO Award for Blues Album of the Year for her newest album, The Medicine. With a soulful, powerhouse voice and expressive lyrics […]

A new drama by Chloë Whitehorn, Admit Two is a one act play presented by Bottle Tree Productions that uncovers the dark, hidden secrets behind a touring circus. Upon the beginning of the show, audiences meet Dante (Craig Norton), a knife thrower for the circus who has recently been released from prison, only to find that he has been replaced by a young and feisty aerialist, Glimmer (Syd Chinnick). He sees that Glimmer has been taken under the wing of Mama Rhea (Rosemary Euringer), a maternal figure whose partner, King, runs the circus. Refamiliarizing himself with his old home, Dante encounters his old flame and clairvoyant, Persephone (Shannon Donnelly). Her harsh demeanor towards him and the others drives the story along as the cast uncovers long-held secrets and attempts to fix the many things that are broken. 

Once upon a time… Queen’s Musical Theatre’s 2026 production of Into The Woods ran for 17 shows over the course of two and a half weeks, a run that is rarely tackled by amateur theatre companies. As a performer in the show, I first wrote an article about rehearsals early in January and now I hope to capture some of the many moments that took place throughout the show run.  […]

On a frigid day this past November, I had the chance to sit down with Brett Christopher, the Artistic Director of the Thousand Islands Playhouse, to reminisce on the company’s past season. The conversation also allowed me a glimpse into their upcoming 2026 season, which is brimming with anything an audience could want, from Broadway hits to award-winning Canadian works.  This interview has been edited for length and clarity.  With […]

The production process behind student-run theatre is, in my experience, utterly unique from most amateur creation environments. The happenings behind the scenes of Queen’s Musical Theatre’s (QMT) Fall 2025 production of Into The Woods (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine) is no exception. Opening this week at the Baby Grand Theatre, this production is one I’ve had the privilege of performing in, providing me an opportunity […]

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a theatregoer in possession of holiday spirit must be in want of a show—and Domino Theatre’s production of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, directed by Craig Norton,is a perfect answer to that want.  Taking place a few years following the events of Pride and Prejudice, the happily married Lizzy (Madeleine Smith) and Mr. Darcy (William Anderson) prepare to welcome the Bennet sisters and […]

Often described as the most legendary country music love story, Johnny Cash and June Carter’s music has remained a staple in the country genre. With joint hits like “Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man,” covers made iconic like “It Ain’t Me Babe” and “If I Were a Carpenter,” as well as their respective works, it is impossible to imagine what country music would look like without them. A final addition to […]

With “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” “A Bushel and a Peck,” “If I Were a Bell,” and many more, Guys and Dolls is filled with hummable hits, even 75 years after its Broadway premiere. And now, the Kingston Meistersingers are bringing this beloved story and music to the city. Recently, I sat down with Liane Penny, president of the Kingston Meistersingers, and also a producer, costumer, and member of […]

The Tom Hendry Awards began in 2002 with one award honouring the talents of a Canadian playwright. The program has grown exponentially in the last 23 years, adding awards such as the Theatre for Young Audiences award and the Carol Bolt Award for scripts that recently premiered. Now comprising eight annual awards, the Tom Hendry Awards offers a wide range of categories that recognize theatre pieces of various genres and […]