Founded in 1985 by General Director Guillermo Silva-Marin, Toronto Operetta Theatre is a vibrant company with a mandate to produce classical operettas featuring professional Canadian artists of exceptional talent. This season features singers Elizabeth DeGrazia, Alexander Dobson, Gisele Fredette, Stuart Howe, Tamara Hummel, Bruce Kelly, Fred Love, and a host of others. 

Romberg’s The Student Prince runs from December 28, 2001 to January 5, 2002 with Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance scheduled for April 19 through to April 27. Concerts devoted to the music of Broadway (October 14, 2001) and the Zarzuelas of Spain (February 10, 2002) complete the season. Of special note is TOT’s annual New Year’s Eve Gala, a “Heidelberg Buffet” and dancing in the finest Viennese tradition. All performances are at the Jane Mallett Theatre (416-355-7723). Also, on April 28, the always-popular Musical Journey dinner and dance series at the Donauschwaben Club will take audiences along the Hungarian Danube. Call 416-922-2912 for tickets.