Cinderella

“The magic will have you smiling long after you leave the theatre.”  Review Vancouver

Gateway Theatre, 2023
by Rodgers and Hammerstein, book adapted by Douglas Carter Beane

Directed by Johnna Wright
Musical Director:  Sean Bayntun
Choreographer:  Nicol Spinola
Set Design: Sophie Tang and Jenn Stewart
Costume Design: Alaia Hamer
Lighting Design: Sophie Tang
Sound Design: Darren John
Stage Management: Philomena Sondergaard, Mandy Huang, Devon Vecchio

CAST:  Ali Watson as Ella, Kamy Pazandeh as Topher; Caitriona Murphy, Lossen Chambers, Danica Kobayashi, Sarah Cantuba, Ben Brown, Tainui Kuru, Ryan Maschke, Holly Bradbury, Megan Greenwood, Jaren Guerreiro, Sarah Lane, Ariel Liu, Ava Maddison, Darian Ngai, Vuk Prodanovic, Aldryn Saplala, Dane Smit, Alyson Vance.

Ovation Award:
Outstanding Production

photos by David Cooper

“Encased in such a well-realized production, it’s that openheartedness that really got me. When Ella and Topher fell for one another and sang their love songs, “Ten Minutes Ago” and “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?”, I teared up. Repeatedly..”  Fresh Sheet

“Time flew.” Fresh Sheet

“Director Johnna Wright gives us some memorable moments”  Vancouver Plays

“a holiday winner”  Vancouver Plays

“Director Johnna Wright’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella does what it sets out to do extraordinarily well. It’s entertaining, well produced, and moving.”  Fresh Sheet

“a perfect outing for the whole family”  On the List

“The magic will have you smiling long after you leave the theatre.”  Review Vancouver

“A story’s interpretation can evolve with time and culture—a fact made wonderfully evident in Gateway Theatre’s smart and inventive new production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.”  Create a Stir

“Johnna Wright’s rendition is an inspirational take on a classic that sparkles with timely relevance and strong local talent.”  Create a Stir

“It’s hugely satisfying to see [Ali] Watson, who has played supporting characters in major shows throughout Vancouver over the years, step to centre stage and deliver a heartfelt performance.”  Create a Stir

“One of the standout musical moments is Murphy’s solo, “There’s Music in You”, the key message of a production that emphasizes that’s true for everyone—not just fairy-tale princesses.”  Create a Stir