May 19, 2023
The Prom On Stage May 17 until June 11 at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse
St. Jacobs Country Playhouse
Broadway’s New Musical Comedy
May 17 to June 11, 2023
Book & Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Book by Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Based on an original concept by Jack Viertel
In the same spirit as Broadway blockbusters Hairspray and Footloose comes the feel-good musical comedy of the year, which will have audiences of all ages dancing in the aisles.
This smart, big-hearted musical comedy celebrates the love that unites us all.
Four narcissistic Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue – and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow, but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny.
Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, and created by the geniuses behind The Book of Mormon, The Drowsy Chaperone, and Mean Girls, The Prom expertly captures all the humour and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever.
Don’t miss the show that Variety raves “…is so full of happiness that you think your heart is about to burst!”
Running Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission.
Audience Recommendation: Recommended for ages 10 and up. There is no official rating system for live theatre. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
The story of The Prom champions concepts of identity, empathy, inclusivity, communication, support, and hope. As is the case with most meaningful theatre, the road to this better understanding of others’ perspectives is paved with conflict. In this show, those themes include homophobia, mature language, micro-aggressions, anti-2SLGBTQIA+ religious implications, parental rejection, and verbal bullying. Our hope is that these themes lead to worthwhile discussions focused on the musical’s inspirational themes and encourage us to apply the idea we all are worthy of belonging, unique and valuable.
May 15, 2023
The Prom at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse features the original Broadway costumes designed by Oscar and Tony winner Ann RothMulti-award-winning designer Ann Roth designed the costumes for The Prom, which opens on May 17. While she doesn’t appear on stage, she nevertheless plays a role in how the story is told.
April 27, 2023
A sense of belonging takes centre stage at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse in The PromThe Prom at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse is a smart, big-hearted musical comedy that celebrates the love that unites us all, and its roots are in real-world events.
April 27, 2023
Going to The Prom becomes more inclusiveThe Woolwich Observer caught up with David Connolly this week to learn why The Prom is one of only two productions that he has ever left after the curtain came down and immediately went right to the box office to purchase tickets for the next available performance.
Drayton Entertainment is committed to creating safe spaces for our audience members and suggests the following local 2SLGBTQIA+ resources should you require support.
SPECTRUM is Waterloo Region’s very first 2SLGBTQIA+/Rainbow community space that offers more than 30 different groups and activities each month, including: transgender peer support groups, games nights, SPECTRUM Prime for 2SLGBTQ+ adults 50+, and Rainbow Newcomers Connect. It serves, affirms, and supports the well-being of 2SLGBTQ+ people in Waterloo Region and welcomes all members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, their family, friends, and allies. Visit the SPECTRUM website.
OK2BME is a set of supportive services for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) and questioning kids, teens, adults, and their families in Waterloo Region. Run by Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health, they offer confidential counseling (in person and online), OK2BME Youth Groups for individuals 12-18, as well as public education, consulting and training around 2SLGBTQIA+ issues. Visit the OK2BME website.
Pflag Canada is a national charitable organization with a local chapter, founded by parents who wished to help themselves and their family members understand and accept their LGBTQ2S children. The “coming-out” process can be a critical time for families. This support group for 2SLGBTQIA+ parents and parents with 2SLGBTQIA+ children can help. Visit pflagcanada.ca or reach out to the Waterloo Wellington Perth chapter through their Facebook page.
"THE PROM" is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide. 1180 Avenue of the Americas. Suite 640. New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com