Category: 67th Season

Meet the Team of ACCORDING TO THE CHORUS! Cathy Dragon is our Assistant Costumer!

What is your name? Cathy Dragon

What is your role on this production? I am assisting the magnificent Karin Lauderdale with costumes.

Why should audiences come to see According to the Chorus? To highlight an issue that has fallen off the public radar.

What would you say would be a highlight of working on According to the Chorus? I just recently joined, but I’m sure the 80s costumes will open a floodgate of memories!

Many characters in According to the Chorus are grappling with their own personal struggles, some more openly than others. What was a challenge that you overcame, that most people might not have known about at the time? I was living in another country and had just moved to a new town for a new job and was going through a divorce. I worked on a production of Phantom of the Opera. It saved my sanity.

What was your favourite costume that you’ve ever worn? A peacock costume I made for the masquerade ball in POTO. It had a train made of tulle and peacock feathers.

Meet the Cast of ACCORDING TO THE CHORUS! Anglia Redding plays Audrey!

What is your name? Anglia Redding

What is your role in the show? I play Audrey, the bossy dresser who has many opinions that she isn’t afraid to share! This character is totally against type for me because I am certainly not bossy in real life, ha ha!

Why should audiences come to see According to the Chorus? This play deals with important issues, many of which are still relevant today. It reminds us that through pain and fear and misunderstanding, love and hope will always bloom.

What would you say would be a highlight of working on According to the Chorus? I have loved working with some old friends and some new faces! It’s also been great working under directors I’ve never had the pleasure of working with before. I’m always learning something new.

Many characters in According to the Chorus are grappling with their own personal struggles, some more openly than others. What was a challenge that you overcame that most people might not have known about at the time? TRIGGER WARNING: In 2014, I was struggling with my mental health to the point where I had active suicidal ideation. I had many wonderful and loving people in my life who aided me in getting the help I needed. While I still struggle with depression, I now have the tools I need to support myself while still being surrounded by an amazing group of people.

What is your favourite costume that you’ve ever worn? My favourite costume was the one I wore as Stella Mae (then) in Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean at Keyano Theatre in Fort McMurray. We all had these really cool red satin-like jackets with the character name stitched on the sleeve. I asked to have it after the show was done, but I had to do some backstage work (and rightfully so!) before it became mine. I still have it hanging in my closet!

Meet the Cast of ACCORDING TO THE CHORUS! Monica Lefurgey plays Nicki!

What is your name? Monica Lefurgey

What is your role in the show? I play Nicki,. She’s new to the chorus and learning the realities of the job.

Why do you think audiences should come to see According to the Chorus? It’s very funny while also bringing awareness to very important and challenging moments in history.

What would you say would be a highlight of working on According to the Chorus? Working with a very fun, positive group of people.

There are A LOT of costume changes in According to the Chorus! With that in mind, what is your favourite costume you’ve ever worn? When I was in my very first musical, CATS, when I was 17.The full cat bodysuit and full makeup! So fun.