We are pleased to introduce our Director – Dani Rito, and our Music Director – Katie Pergau
Director – Dani Rito
Dani has been an educator in musical theatre for the past ten years as a Director, Choreographer, and Stage Manager.
Her passion for the performing arts began at a young age, leading her to pursue Musical Theatre Performance at both Sheridan College and St. Lawrence College.
Some of her favourite performances include Mimi Marquez in RENT, Betty Rizzo in Grease, Gabrielle Jodoin in Les Belles-Soeurs, Diana Morales in A Chorus Line and ensemble roles in fantastic shows such as Mamma Mia and The Rocky Horror Show.”
Music Director: Katie Pergau
Katie Pergau is well-known around Barrie as a collaborative pianist, conductor, and musician. She has accompanied and worked with students from many local studios in Ontario. Over the years, Katie has enjoyed performing and travelling with the Peterborough County Children’s Choir, Peterborough Singers, Tapestry Chamber Choir and was member and director of the Bravado! Show Choir for 8 years. She is currently the Organist and Choir Director at Burton Ave United Church and was music director for Shrek (KCP), Oklahoma! (Coldwater Players), Sweeney Todd (Mariposa Arts Theatre), as well as playing piano in the pit for various other shows. Katie is looking forward to bringing Cinderella to life!!
Assistant Director – Wayne Desormeaux
Stage Manager – Julie Underhill