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⭐️AIFF 2026 & TTS present “Past Performance” 🎭An actor finds herself drawn to the past whilst rehearsing a play. Performed by: Noni Lewis Written & Produced by: Benjamin Peel Music - The Nightingale is Singing our Song by Martin Landstrom - Epidemic Sound

⭐️AIFF 2026 & TTS present “Collaborators” 🎭After fleeing Germany as the Nazis come to power Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill meet in Paris for one final collaboration Performed by: Cliff Chapman & Peter Wicks Written by: Benjamin Peel Music - The Goodbye Song by Dazie Mae courtesy of Free Music Archive The Black Cat by Aaron Kenny courtesy of YouTube Studio French cafe ambience courtesy of BBC Sound Effects Studio

⭐️AIFF 2026 & TTS present “Fighting the Fear” 🎭A monologue in which a performer's greatest nemesis explains itself Performed by: Glen Dickson Written by: Benjamin Peel

Thornhill Theatre Space presents the premiere episode of our new series New Musical Monday with selections from “Imaging Monet”. “Imagining Monet” is the story of Revolution, romance, mystery and one painting that changed everything… Great art often results in great sacrifice. This is true for Claude Monet, the inspiration for Imagining Monet, a musical about the life of Claude Monet, long before “Water Lilies” and Giverny, a story of one man’s passion that changed the world and the price he paid to do so. Book by Joan Sorkin Music & Lyrics by Carmel Owen

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 FINALE ✨🎭 One final Monday. One final musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome to the Season 5 finale of New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. For our final episode of the season, we are excited to feature: 🎓 SISTER SCHOOL ✍️ Created by David Freeman Coleman Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this heartfelt new musical exploring identity, belonging, tradition, and change. “I hate this school!” The words echo through the hallways of the Victoria School for Girls — one of America’s oldest all-girls institutions and a school facing an uncertain future. As students question whether the school still has a place in the modern world, a new student, a returning alumna, and the head of school each search for a way to transform its atmosphere before time runs out. Can tradition evolve without losing what makes it special? Can a struggling community rediscover its purpose? And can the girls at the center of the story find their voices — and decide whether this is truly the place for them? Through music, humor, and heartfelt storytelling, SISTER SCHOOL explores the universal search for belonging and the courage it takes to create meaningful change. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind SISTER SCHOOL, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about the creative journey that brought the students and halls of the Victoria School for Girls to life. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creator. Thank you for joining us throughout Season 5 as we celebrated new voices, new stories, and new musicals from around the world. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and future New Musical Monday discoveries. #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: 🙄 PEOPLE SUCK ✍️ Created by Peter Cavell & Megan Phillips Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this hilarious, brutally honest, and all-too-relatable musical theatre song cycle. Let’s be honest… People can be exhausting. 🙃 From awkward encounters and irritating habits to complicated relationships and the everyday frustrations of simply dealing with other human beings, PEOPLE SUCK dares to ask the question we have all thought at least once: What the actual freak is wrong with humanity?! Through a collection of sharp, clever, and fearless songs, the show turns life’s most frustrating interactions into musical comedy gold. Following its sold-out premiere at the 2015 Toronto Fringe Festival, PEOPLE SUCK received: 🏆 Best of Fringe 🏆 Patron’s Pick 🏆 The Ed Mirvish Award After two acclaimed productions in Melbourne, Australia, the musical triumphantly returned to Toronto in July 2025 for another sold-out run. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind PEOPLE SUCK, hear selections from the show, and learn more about the creative journey that has taken this wonderfully relatable musical from Toronto to Melbourne—and back again. 🎭 Discover the show. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creators. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries.

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: 🔪 CRIME SCENES ✍️ Book & Lyrics by Alan Gordon 🎶 Music by Angelique Mouyis, Mark Sutton-Smith, Dave Hall, Daniel S. Acquisto, Madeline Stone, and Katya Stanislavskaya Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this wildly inventive musical anthology exploring mystery, mayhem, and humanity’s fascination with crime. Step into a world where every story begins with a mystery… 🔎 CRIME SCENES is a collection of six short musicals, each written in a different musical style by six different composers, all connected by one deliciously dark theme: Murder. From suspense and satire to comedy and chaos, each musical offers its own unique take on crime while showcasing the incredible range and versatility of contemporary musical theatre storytelling. Six composers. Six musical styles. Six unforgettable stories. One wonderfully twisted lyricist. Together, they create a theatrical experience that is clever, surprising, hilarious, and just a little bit deadly. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind CRIME SCENES, hear selections from the musical collection, and learn more about the creative collaboration that brought these six murderous tales to life. 🎭 Discover the stories. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creators. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. https://www.alan-gordon.com/musical-theater/ #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: ⚔️ SCARAMOUCHE ✍️ Book by Harry Dawson & Ted Kociolek 📖 Freely adapted from the novel by Rafael Sabatini 🎶 Music by Ted Kociolek 🖋 Lyrics & Additional Material by James Racheff Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this sweeping new musical adventure inspired by one of literature’s greatest historical novels. Journey to pre-revolutionary France… ⚜️ A nation stands on the brink of revolution, where injustice, privilege, and political unrest shape the lives of ordinary people. When the idealistic friend of young lawyer André-Louis Moreau is murdered by an arrogant aristocrat, his search for justice forces him into hiding among a troupe of commedia dell’arte performers. Taking on the mask of the clever schemer Scaramouche, André-Louis unexpectedly becomes a symbol of resistance, inspiring hope in those yearning for change while discovering the true meaning of love, compassion, and sacrifice. An epic musical filled with adventure, romance, humor, and revolution, exploring how one ordinary man can ignite extraordinary change. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind SCARAMOUCHE, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about the journey of adapting Rafael Sabatini’s timeless novel for the musical stage. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creators. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: 👠 CRUEL SHOES A Backstage/Murder/Musical Comedy ✍️ Book & Lyrics by David Simpatico 🎶 Music by Ross Patterson Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this wickedly funny musical comedy exploring ambition, identity, and the wonderfully outrageous world of show business. Step behind the Broadway curtain… 👠✨ A world where dreams are larger than life, the spotlight is everything, and becoming a star can come at a killer price. Fresh-faced country boy Glen Bob arrives in New York City with hopes of seeing his name in lights. But the road to Broadway is filled with unexpected challenges, ruthless personalities, and obstacles standing between him and his dreams. As Glen fights for his place on stage, Broadway becomes the setting for a hilarious and twisted journey where ambition, fame, and chaos collide. A backstage musical comedy where Psycho meets Gypsy — filled with big laughs, big dreams, and a deadly dose of theatrical madness. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind CRUEL SHOES, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about bringing this outrageous Broadway fable to life. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creators. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. https://davidsimpatico.com/ #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: ⛏️ HERRIN ✍️ Book, Music & Lyrics by Bruce Falk Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this powerful historical musical exploring community, conflict, and the human stories behind a defining moment in American history. Journey into America’s coal country… ⛏️ A place where family, ambition, loyalty, survival, and justice collide. Inspired by the events surrounding the Herrin Massacre of 1922, HERRIN explores the lives of those caught between labor and management during a turbulent chapter in American mining history. When idealistic mine owner William Lester sets out to prove that success can come through safer conditions, fair wages, and respect for workers, his vision is challenged by economic pressure, growing unrest, and a community divided. As tensions rise and beliefs clash, ordinary people find themselves facing impossible decisions — choices that will forever change their town and their lives. A moving musical about humanity, history, and what happens when people fighting for what they believe is right find themselves on opposite sides. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind HERRIN, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about the journey of bringing this powerful story to life. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creator. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 ✨🎭 Another Monday. Another musical waiting to be discovered. 🎶 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. This episode, we are excited to feature: 🌟 MERMAN’S APPRENTICE: A Musical Fable ✍️ Book & Lyrics by Stephen Cole 🎶 Music by David Evans 🏆 Winner of the SF Drama Critics Award for Best Score Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this award-winning musical comedy celebrating the magic of Broadway. Step into the Golden Age of Musical Theatre… ✨ A time of unforgettable performers, legendary creators, and the bright lights of Broadway. Twelve-year-old Muriel Plakenstein has one dream — to become a Broadway star. After running away from home, Muriel unexpectedly crosses paths with the Queen of Broadway herself, Ethel Merman, who takes the young performer under her wing. When legendary producer David Merrick discovers Muriel’s talent, he decides to create Broadway history with the first all-child production of Hello, Dolly! With guidance from one of theatre’s greatest icons, Muriel discovers what it truly means to chase a dream, find your voice, and step into the spotlight. A smart, funny, and heartfelt musical about childhood, family, ambition, and the magic of musical theatre. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind MERMAN’S APPRENTICE, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about the journey of bringing this Broadway fable to life. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creators. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Learn more about the musical: www.stephencolewriter.org Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #musicaltheatre

🎭✨ NEW MUSICAL MONDAY — SEASON 5 PREMIERE ✨🎭 Welcome back to New Musical Monday, a Thornhill Theatre Space Original Series dedicated to discovering the next generation of musical theatre. For our Season 5 premiere, we are excited to feature: 👑 ESTHER The Queen ✍️ Created by Michael Riggs Join us as we go behind the music and inside the creative process of this powerful new musical. Step into ancient Persia circa 484 BC… A world filled with political intrigue, betrayal, ambition, power, hidden identities, and one woman faced with a choice that could change history. Raised as an orphan and refugee, Esther never imagined she would rise beyond her community. But when a royal decree begins the search for a new queen, an unexpected journey places her at the center of the kingdom. After hiding her true identity to survive, Esther must decide: Remain silent and protect herself… Or risk everything to save her people. In this episode, discover the inspiration behind ESTHER The Queen, hear selections from the musical, and learn more about the journey of bringing this story to life. 🎭 Discover the story. 🎶 Experience the music. 🌍 Meet the creator. Because the next great musical could come from anywhere. The stage has no borders. Learn more about the musical: https://estherthequeenmusical.com/ Follow Thornhill Theatre Space for more digital theatre, creator conversations, and new musical discoveries. #NewMusicalMonday #NewMusicalTheatre #OriginalMusical #MusicalTheatre

🐴 AIFF 2025 & TTS presents ”Icaro, Texas” presented by Straton Rushing 🐴 When rising rodeo star Chris Joseph loses everything, he must return to his home town which has been decimated by the '86 Oil Bust. ⭐️ “Icaro, Texas” is an original audio drama written by playwright Straton Rushing and produced with the help of Arizona State University. The play was directed by Victor Arevalo and features original music by Kelly Damann.

📻 AIFF 2025 & TTS presents “Carmilla: The Radio Play” presented by Shadows on the Air  📻 Laura is a lonely young woman pretending to be a doll for her father in the 1840s.  But she is not, secretly longing for freedom and passion.  When a mysterious visitor comes to their remote home, it is Laura who first discerns CARMILLA is not human.  She does not care, having rapidly fallen in love with the vampire who is as lonely as Laura herself.  A re-imagination of J. Sheridan Le Fanu's gothic classic, in audio format and for mature audiences. ⭐️ Written & Directed by David MacDowell Blue ⭐️ Starring: Matt Bear-Fowler (WODN announcer), Paul Mackley (Vordenberg), Brittney De Leon (Laura), Jennifer Novak Chun  (Fraulein Hartog), Dorothy Grace Laity (De La Fontaine), Paul Carpenter (Herr Bennett), Kathy Bell Denton (Perradon), Stepy Kamei (Carmilla), Olga Blagodatskikh (Florica), Richard M. Johnson (Spielsdorf)

⭐️ AIFF 2025 & TTS presents “Incompatible of Life” from Mummylogues. Written & Performed by Nieve Hearity 👩‍🍼 A monologue exploring the darker side of motherhood.