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Chris, Mrs.
Production artwork
MusicMatthew Stodolak, Katie Kerr
LyricsMatthew Stodolak, Katie Kerr
PremiereDecember 7, 2023: Winter Garden Theatre, Toronto
Productions2023 Toronto

Chris, Mrs. is a 2023 musical with music, lyrics, and book by Matthew Stodolak and Katie Kerr.[1] The musical is set around Christmas, and is based on Hallmark Channel Christmas-themed films.

Development

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In 2020, Matthew Stodolak and Katie Kerr developed the project aiming to make Chris Mrs. a movie. A Kickstarter campaign was created as a fundraiser for the project, with Chilina Kennedy and Danielle Wade performing sample songs.[2]

Production history

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Toronto (2023)

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The musical had its world premiere at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto, with previews beginning on December 5, 2023, and an official opening night on December 7, later closing on December 31, 2023.[3] The production was directed by Katie Kerr and choreographed by Sarah Vance. The cast included Liam Tobin, AJ Bridel, Danielle Wade, and Olivia Sinclair-Brisbane.[4] The production received positive reviews from critics.[1][5][6]

Cast and characters

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Role Workshop[7] Toronto[8]
2022 2023
Ben Chris George Krissa Liam Tobin
Holly Carmichael Danielle Wade
Vicki Vandrelle Julia McLellan Olivia Sinclair-Brisbane
Claire Chris AJ Bridel
Cole Jackson Kolton Stewart Andrew Broderick
Charlie Chris Kale Penny
Tim Penner Henry Firmston
Candace Brown Sarah Lynn Strange
Nick Mark Weatherley
Samantha Chris Finn Cofell Finn Cofell
Addison Wagman
Samuel Chris Lucas Way Lucien Duncan-Reid
Isaac Grates-Myers

Musical numbers

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Review: Chris, Mrs, a cozy new Christmas musical, has all the hallmarks of a modest holiday hit in world premiere at Winter Garden Theatre". The Globe and Mail. December 8, 2023. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  2. ^ Wild, Stephi (July 20, 2023). "Chris, Mrs. Will Have its World Premiere in Toronto". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved December 28, 2023.
  3. ^ "A musical inspired by holiday Hallmark movies is coming to Toronto. Here's what to expect from the show". CTV News Toronto. December 2, 2023. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  4. ^ "Canadian Theatre Stars Liam Tobin, Danielle Wade & Olivia Sinclair-Brisbane Announced for the World Premiere of Chris, Mrs. - A New Holiday Musical". Newswire. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  5. ^ Lucas, Ilana (December 8, 2023). "Review: Chris, Mrs. at Winter Garden Theatre". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  6. ^ Fricker, Karen (December 9, 2023). "No panto? No problem! 'Chris, Mrs.,' 'frequently daft, lots of fun,' is this year's go-to family holiday show". Toronto Star. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  7. ^ "Meet our incredible cast!". Instagram. 13 December 2022. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  8. ^ "Canadian Theatre Stars Liam Tobin, Danielle Wade & Olivia Sinclair-Brisbane Announced for the World Premiere of Chris, Mrs. - A New Holiday Musical". Newswire. 4 October 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2023.