What a way to celebrate musical theatre! Plus, as always, there will be the 50/50 draw, and other great prizes to be won.

The story unfolds through an enchanting musical arrangement of foot-tapping numbers such as Different, Hold Your Head Up High, and Warts & All, all driving our hero on a journey to find himself and where he belongs in the world. Surrounded by adventures at every turn, he meets a variety of enthusiastic, yet eclectic characters, each teaching him more about life and who he really is, delivering one powerful message... believe in yourself! "It may be a 'poultry tale' and seem feather light but under the duck pond-like service run themes important to kids and grownups alike" - Jo Ledingham - Vancouver Courier.

This magical tale will entertain you through its colourful, larger-than-life, cartoon like atmosphere, engaging the young and old with its honest and pure tales of childhood and growing up. Honk! was no competition for Britain's prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Musical.

Under the new direction of Sylvia Hosie, she is joined by returning Choreographer, Dana Kosalko-Harris, and Musical Director, Kevin-Michael Cripps. With costume designs by Christina Sinosich and lighting design by Paul Neumeyer, "this story is sure to be a colourful feast for the eyes!" Pat Waldron, Artistic Managing Producer, recent recipient of the honourable Sam Payne award, produces. Grab your wellies! It's time to wander back into the wonderful world of Honk!

"...even a crotchety curmudgeon like me was tapping his toes to many of the numbers in this snappy show..." Peter Birnie - Vancouver Sun
"...a three year old cutie told me, 'I liked it because I loved it so much!' Seventeen times older than he is, I liked Honk! too..." Colin Thomas - The Georgia Straight

Ophidian Entertainment presents the Vancouver premiere of “Honk!” the show that snatched Britain's prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Musical. Remember the ugly duckling? He’s different from the rest but full of belief and determination. The story unfolds through an enchanting musical arrangement comprised of such songs as Different, Hold Your Head Up High, It Takes All Kinds, Warts and All and numerous other sing a longs. Cutely, concisely and delicately delivering the message…believe in yourself. The costumes, choreography, and colourful cartoon like design will capture the attention of all ages, young and old.

The music was composed by George Stiles, and the book & lyrics were created by Anthony Drewe. Together they have transformed Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale into a modern musical comedy. Four time Jessie Award winner, Pat Waldron, will produce – recent Jessie nominee, Andrew Toth, will direct – Kevin-Michael Cripps, “…plays like relish” - Peter Birnie Vancouver Sun, will be the Musical Director. Dana Kosalko will be the choreographer and transform duck waddles into graceful movements.

"It will pull at your heart strings... a must see for all ages!" - Time Out
"Honk brims with charm, witty lyrics and catchy songs... a delightful family musical" - The London Evening Standard

* Lannette will be playing the role of Penny, the young swan who meets the ugly duckling along his adventures.

Lannette will be joining APPLAUSE! Musicals In Concert, for their monthly cabaret review. The theme for this month is "Love Changes Everything", featuring love songs from musicals.

This event is part of a fundraising drive for the APPLAUSE! four concert season which began in June at the Roundhouse Community Centre. The other focus is on building community amongst artists, presenters & supporters of musicals in Vancouver, and to create another venue for local musical talent to showcase their work.

Theatre Under the Stars (also known as TUTS) presents the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical about Anna Leonowen's adventures in Siam as a teacher to the court of the King. A little known fact is that after the events protrayed in the musical, Anna lived in Nova Scotia and eventually died in Montreal in 1915.

This is Lannette's debut performance with TUTS, and she is excited to dust off her dancing shoes to play one of the king's wives. This is her second time working with Emmy award winning director/choreographer David Connolly, and her first chance to work with Jessie-nominated music director, Wendy Stuart.

The Broadway Chorus presents their year end revue. This year, the venue has changed from the Presentation House, to the beautiful Waterfront Theatre in Granville Island. Directed by Ashley Lambert-Maberly, the show features songs from The New World, Cabaret, Lucky Stiff, The Sound of Music, The Full Monty, and more! This is Lannette's 4th season with the chorus.

Lannette will be joining APPLAUSE! Musicals In Concert, for their first of a series of cabaret reviews. Gender bending of songs from musicals is the theme of the first in a series of cabarets presented by APPLAUSE! Musicals In Concert. The cabaret will feature a number of artists who have been involved with the five musicals in concert to date (as well as others), great door prizes, a raffle and yummy snacks. All this for only FOUR TOONS ($8.00).

Triptych Theatricals presents their premiere production, LUCKY STIFF, a murderously funny musical from the creators of "Ragtime". Directed by James C. Gill, with music direction by Kevin-Michael Cripps, and choreographed by Cara Tench.

Based on the novel "The Man Who Broke The Bank at Monte Carlo" by Michael Butterworth, LUCKY STIFF is a musical farce in the best sense of the word!! The complicated and hysterically funny plot involves one dead body, a nerdy English shoe salesman, six million bucks in diamonds, and a lot of dogs!!

Lannette will be playing the role of Dominique Du Monaco, who is just one of the characters Harry meets along his adventure.

Come on out and see Company K's second musical revue. Company K is directed by Kevin-Michael Cripps and is in its second season.

The Broadway Chorus is presenting a 2 night show at the Presentation House. The theme for this show is transportation, and will be featuring songs from The Full Monty, Titanic, Carousel and more! The group is led by chorus director, Ashley Lambert-Maberly.

APPLAUSE! Musical Theatre In Concert presents Dear World Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman (Mame, La Cage Aux Folles, Hello Dolly) Book by Jerome Lawrence & Robert E. Lee Directed by Paul Sontz Music Direction by Joey Minshall. Dear World tells the story of The Madwoman of Chaillot and other eccentrics at a café on the left bank of Paris, as they are threatened and then overcome a group of evildoers. APPLAUSE! is a celebration of musical theatre composers, lyricists, and writers. The concert production is performed “on book” with piano accompaniment with the focus on the book & score. Education, showcasing local talent, and accessibility are at the heart of the concerts.

Lannette will be playing the romantic lead, Nina, starring opposite Julian (Damon Calderwood).

NINE is a musical adaptation of Fellini's 1963 movie 8 1/2 with book by Arthur Kopit and music and lyrics by Maury Yeston. The story follows a famous Italian movie director in a mid life crisis, trying to revitalize his continually changing relationships with the numerous women in his life. The show opened on Broadway in 1982 winning the Tony award for BEST MUSICAL!

Directed by Paul Sontz, with music direction by Joey Minshall, and produced by Scott Ashton Swan. Lannette will be playing the part of Guido's Aunt.

Company K is a musical revue... a one night show, for a small group of singers (some from the Broadway Chorus!). This is their first season, and Lannette is happy to be a part of this premiere year for the group. Choral director: Kevin-Michael Cripps.

The Broadway Chorus' end of the year musical revue. Held at the Presentation House Theatre in North Vancouver. Chorus direction from Ashley Lambert-Maberly. This exciting musical revue features songs from Seussical, Rent, The Producers, Moulin Rouge, and more!

CBC Television. Lannette was part of the chorus, backing up Anne Murray, in her 2001 TV Christmas special. Filming was done July 31, 2001, at the Orpheum Theatre, in Vancouver.

The Broadway Chorus' holiday show, held at the Presentation House Theatre, in North Vancouver. A festive celebration of songs to commerorate this special time of year. Chorus direction by the one and only Ashley Lambert-Maberly.

Presented by The Broadway Chorus, at the Presentation House Theatre, in North Vancouver. Chorus direction by Ashley Lambert-Maberly. This show was their year end revue, and featured songs from Ragtime, Chicago, The Lion King, Parade, and many more.

Lannette played the lead, Goldilocks, in this original new musical, written and directed by Ashley Lambert-Maberly (Once Upon A Theatre). Shows at The Presentation House. In Pursuit of Porridge is an unusual take on the old fairy tale, Goldilocks and The Three Bears . There's still bears, porridge, and a girl with golden curls, but new additions include wizards and fairies, talking birds, and an enchanting twisty path... For more info on the story, cast, etc click here

Presented by The Broadway Chorus, at the Presentation House Theatre, in North Vancouver. Chorus direction by Ashley Lambert-Maberly. This is Ashley's first season directing the Broadway Chorus.

This is Lannette's debut with Once Upon A Theatre. Shows at The Presentation House, directed by Ashley Lambert-Maberly. This musical tells the love story of Cupid and Psyche ... Venus, goddess of love and beauty, had a son: an ordinary god named Cupid who did whatever she asked of him and never complained, no matter how many people were hurt, no matter how many lives were ruined. Until the day that Cupid met Psyche and fell in love, and stopped saying yes to his mother. For more info on the story, cast, etc click here