Gravenhurst Performance
Written and Originally Directed and Choreographed by Stuart Ross
August 11, 2026 – August 19, 2026
Perfect for: Music lovers, multi-generational outings, group celebrations, nostalgic souls, and anyone looking for a joyful night at the theatre.
Harmony. Heart. A second chance at song.
Theatre by the Bay’s Main Company presents Forever Plaid, the internationally celebrated musical revue written and originally directed and choreographed by Stuart Ross.
On the night of their first big break, four eager young singers are tragically killed in a car accident while on their way to see The Beatles’ American debut on The Ed Sullivan Show. In a magical twist of fate, they are granted one final opportunity to return and perform the show they never had the chance to give.
The Plaids — earnest, charming, and impeccably coordinated — present a nostalgic program of beloved hits including “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Moments to Remember,” “Love is a Many Splendored Thing,” and “Heart and Soul.” Their seamless harmonies, playful choreography, and heartfelt humour create an evening that is both entertaining and unexpectedly moving.
Featuring performers with Broadway and Mirvish credentials, this polished production brings world-class artistry to Muskoka and Barrie, delivering a theatrical experience that feels intimate, uplifting, and irresistibly fun.
Forever Plaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
Join us for an evening performance — or a relaxed Wednesday or Saturday matinee — and experience the harmonies that have delighted audiences for generations.
Seats are limited. Reserve early.
Performances
- August 11, 2026 – August 15, 2026 19:30
- August 11, 2026 – August 15, 2026 14:30 Matinee
- August 18, 2026 – August 19, 2026 19:30
- August 18, 2026 – August 19, 2026 14:30 Matinee
Venue
Gravenhurst Opera House295 Muskoka Road South, Gravenhurst
Ontario P1P 1J1
Production Team
Glenn has over 20 years of experience with sponsorship and fundraising. He has a verifiable track record with fundraising capital campaigns, corporate partnership development and sponsorship combined with a strong skill set and expertise in communications, the performing arts, branding, sponsorship, finance, marketing, creative work production and publicity.
He is also a musician – the Managing Creative Partner of Absolute Sync, a music sync licensing & publishing company based out of Los Angeles & Toronto. He is the lead Music Producer & Songwriter, creating music for sync music placements and various artist projects. His success in sync has included song placements with SuperChannel, Netflix, CW Network & CBS Studios. His musical collaborations include work with award winning hit producer Justin Gray (John Legend, Mariah Carey, Avril Lavigne, Toy Story 4, Target), JT Roach (One Republic), Nikki Flores (Mya), Dyson (Nickelodeon), King Flexx (NFL), N’Sync’s Lance Bass & Joey Fatone, Randy Bachman & Tal Bachman (She’s So High) to name a few.
Tomas Ketchum
A long-time collaborator with Theatre by the Bay, Tom returns to the company to co-direct the classic family adventure, Treasure Island. Having contributed to numerous productions as a performer, writer, and most recently as Production Manager, Tom brings a holistic understanding of the Barrie stage to the director’s chair. A graduate of the University of Toronto Mississauga’s Theatre and Drama Studies program, he combines a deep passion for storytelling with a rigorous technical background. Tom is dedicated to fostering an environment that brings out the heart of this comedic musical for the Barrie community
Dave is thrilled to return to Theatre by the Bay to celebrate its 25th Anniversary Season having directed TBTB’s very first musical, Pump Boys and Dinettes in 2007.After working in musical theatre for over 40 years Dave has performed or directed on most of Canada’s major stages from St John’s to Victoria. He has been fortunate to live and work internationally in Japan, the UK, and the US, and is best known as a TV choreographer with well over 100 live broadcasts airing on every major Canadian Network. Canadian Idol, Deal or no Deal, Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?, the 17th and 18th Gemini Awards and three-time choreographer of both Canada’s Walk of Fame and The Juno Awards. Dave appeared as himself on 4 seasons of YTV's The Next Star. In 2012 he was proud to direct Toronto's revival and re-imagination of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s CATS! (casting by Larissa Mair) which played to sold out houses at Toronto’s
CAA Theatre, and in the same year directed a 100th Anniversary Spectacular for the Elgin and Wintergarden Theatres.
Other adventures include choreographing original work on London's West End, and in the US he has been nominated for direction, both a Broadway World and a Carbonell Award. It takes two;)
Rosalind is delighted to be back working with so many wonderful people for Theatre by the Bay after music directing Pump Boys and Dinettes many, many years ago! Rosalind was the resident music director for the professional company at the Rose Theatre Brampton where she conducted: “She Loves Me,” “ A Chorus Line,” “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Blood Brothers,” “Cabaret,” “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” “ A Christmas Carol,” “Forever Plaid” and “You’re a good man Charlie Brown”. Other music direction credits include shows at Smile Theatre, Buddies in Bad Times, and The Alleyway in Buffalo, New York. Composition Credits include: “The Auction” CBC/ Global, audience choice award Sprockets (TIFF), “Rock Garden”(NFB), and credits on OMNI, Global, CityTV, MenTV, Prime and CBC. Her musicals have been produced at the Academy Theatre in Lindsay, the Waterloo Stage, the Orillia Opera House, the Gravenhurst Opera House, and others. Rosalind composed the musical “Ingenew”, Red Sandcastle, and co-composed and music directed “The Musical McCoy” (Papermill) supported by The National Arts Centre, The Shaw Festival and others. She recently composed “The Eumenides,” which was performed by Musicata Hamilton last May.
Rosalind is a sessional faculty member and instructor at the University of Toronto Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies, St. George Campus, a professor in the Music, Theatre and Performing Arts departments at Centennial College and was previously a voice coach at Randolph's College for the Performing Arts. As a voice coach, she has worked on “Transplant” (CTV/NBC) and coaches professional performers who have worked for Mirvish. Stratford, Netflix, AppleTV and bands that opened for Bon Jovi and Alanna Miles. @rmillskelso
Vangi Patton is thrilled to be part of the creative team for Forever Plaid with Theatre By The Bay as Assistant Director. She is the Founder and Artistic Director of Duck Soup Productions, where she has spent the past 26 years inspiring young performers and creating meaningful theatrical experiences as an arts educator, director, and producer. Selected directing and choreography credits include Newsies, Matilda, CATS, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and the Canadian debut of Avenue Q: School Edition.
Vangi has also worked as both a Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager on a range of theatrical productions. In addition to her work in the studio, she serves as Assistant Manager of the FLATO Academy Theatre, where she is passionate about supporting both artists and volunteers and helping to build a strong, vibrant arts community.
Vangi is especially grateful to be part of this production and would like to thank the cast, crew, and creative team of Forever Plaid, Theatre By The Bay, and Dave Campbell for this opportunity. She would also like to thank her family for their constant love and support, and her Duck Soup community for continuing to inspire her every day.
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Sarah has over 25 years of experience working across the performing arts and nonprofit sectors. With a BFA in Theatre Education & Acting from Emerson College in Boston, she has built a career as a skilled performer, director, producer, and arts administrator balancing creativity with strong communication, thoughtful leadership, and the practical know-how it takes to get things done. In addition, her certifications in therapeutic coaching brings an extra layer of empathy and clarity to her work with teams, artists, and communities.
New to Theatre by the Bay, Sarah is excited to be part of a company that shares her passion for high-quality theatre and meaningful community connection. She’s eager to support its continued growth and momentum. She’s passionate about helping arts organizations thrive, reach new audiences, and build something that lasts.
Artists
Caulin Moore has performed on stages all across the country, and is very excited to be stepping on this stage for the first time with this wonderful company. Theatre credits include (selected): Prince Eric in Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Persephone Theatre), Galileo Standby in We Will Rock You (North American Tour), Schroeder in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Featured Soloist in Step By Step: Evolution of the Greatest Boy Bands (Stage West), Ogie in Waitress, Prince in Rapunzel: A Merry Hairy Holiday Panto (Capitol Theatre), Tenor in Music of the Night (An Andrew Lloyd Webber Concert Tour), Clyde in Giants in the Sky Festival (Talk Is Free Theatre), JukeBox Hero (Ed Mirvish Theatre/Canadian Premiere), Jack in Jack and the BeansTalk Panto (Torrent Productions), Pepper in Mamma Mia!, Sound of Music (Drayton Entertainment), Romeo in This Way Madness Lies, Frederic in Pirates of Penzance (Korda Artistic Productions), Tenor in YellowPoint Christmas Spectacular (Vancouver Island Tour).
Coming up: Featured Soloist in New Sound In Town (Stage West).
Other: Thank you to the wonderful team at The Talent House for their support. A big thanks to mum, dad, and Fal for everything. And much love to Jason, always.
Roberto is beyond excited to be making his Theatre By The Bay debut as Sparky in Forever Plaid. A true fan of the "Plaid" life, he previously jumped into those signature harmonies as Francis at the Avalon Theatre in Niagara Falls. When he isn’t busy perfecting his plaid-patterned style, Roberto has been seen in a variety of roles, with favorite credits including Evil Dead The Musical, Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, and Seussical. Beyond his work on stage, he has spent time behind the scenes directing and composing for several other stage and film projects. He is incredibly grateful to the creative team for the chance to step back into the spotlight and share this heartwarming story with all of you.
Damien is so honoured to be a part of this cast and crew! Past roles include Male Singer Swing in Disney’s The Lion King, Ben in The Comeback, “Sweaty” Eddie in Sister Act, Dr. Prentice in Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Del Ray in Memphis, and Donkey in Shrek The Musical. Many thanks to the cast and crew of Forever Plaid for their dedication and collaboration. Special thanks to his friends and family for their encouragement and support. Heartfelt thanks to his wife, Becca, and his kids, Eli and Cece, for their unwavering love. Damien dedicates every performance to the memory of his mother, Marcia.
Some roles find you again at exactly the right time. Revisiting Jinx at this chapter of his life is especially meaningful for John, and he feels privileged to be doing so with this remarkable team. Selected Theatre: Forever Plaid (Orillia Opera House); Yichud (Seclusion) (Theatre Passe Muraille); The Full Monty (Rose Theatre); A Christmas Carol (Rose Theatre); Funny Business – The Musical (Bluewater Playhouse); Boy Groove – The Musical (M. Rubinoff Productions Tour); Side by Side by Sondheim (Sonus Stage); I Decide (Knightflight Productions); Long Dark Night (SummerWorks). Film and Television: Accused (FOX/Sony); Clarice (CBS); The Christmas Calendar (Netflix); American Gods (HBO/Starz.) Endless gratitude to the entire Plaid team, Dave Campbell, and Larissa Mair Casting. With love to those who have supported every chapter, past and present: Adrian, Meredith, and all of his friends and family. This one is for the moms.
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