The cast of Windsor Light Music Theatre's production of Disney's Frozen rehearse for the upcoming show — their 149th major musical. (Photo submitted by Lucas Revenberg)
By Lucas Revenberg, student guest writer
The University of Windsor is well represented in Windsor Light Music Theatre’s 149th major musical production, Disney’s Frozen, running May 1 to 10 at the Chrysler Theatre. Showtimes include Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. with matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.
As the longest-running community theatre in southwestern Ontario, Windsor Light Music Theatre (WLMT) has built a 77-year legacy with strong ties to the University of Windsor. That connection is on full display in this production, which features a wide range of student and alumni talent both onstage and behind the scenes.
Director Kathy Roberts (BFA ’02, Bed ’03) explains, “Frozen is bringing a level of theatrical magic to Windsor that audiences haven’t experienced before visually, musically and emotionally. Beyond the spectacle, it’s a story about love, identity and connection. Our cast is pouring everything they have into telling it with honesty and heart. It’s more than a show, it’s an experience that will stay with people long after the curtain falls.”
Leading the cast is Ruby Dauphinee (BA ‘27) as the beloved Anna. She is joined by Alex Wyant (BA ‘26) as Kristoff, Justin Raisbeck (BFA ‘04, BEd ‘07) as Olaf, Micheal Roy (BA, BEd ‘18) as Oaken and Mario Caschera (BA Hons. ‘10, BEd ‘11) as the Duke of Weselton.
Alongside director Roberts, the creative team features choreographer Tori-Lee Jenkins (BA Hons. ‘14, JD ‘17), music director Nick Morvay (BMus ‘02, BEd ‘03) and technical director Jon Renaud (BA Hons. ‘21). The production is further supported by assistant director and lighting and set designer Lucas Revenberg (BASc ‘27) and assistant choreographer Kelsey Ferris (BBA’20).
More than 50 alumni and current students are part of the production. From the Ensemble and Pit Chorus to the Production, Props, Paint, Construction and Wardrobe teams, Windsor Light truly reflects blue and gold.
“One of my favourite things about community theatre is that you meet people who are so different than you,” says show choreographer and WLMT board member Tori Lee Jenkins.
“When we’re all working together to create art, all those differences melt away. That’s the power and beauty of theatre.”
Tickets are selling fast; secure a seat by visiting windsorlight.com/frozen or calling the box office at 519-252-6579.