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St. Jacobs Country Playhouse

Kiss Me, Kate

A Classic Broadway Musical Comedy

August 7 to September 1, 2024

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter
Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Sophisticated, romantic, and delightfully hilarious, Kiss Me, Kate is a sparkling battle of the sexes that is a love letter to both Shakespeare and showbiz.

Cole Porter’s joyful and high-spirited musical comedy follows the ferocious backstage antics of a touring company performing The Taming of the Shrew, featuring a flamboyant feuding couple, gun-toting gangsters, and some of the best numbers ever written for the stage: “Another Op’nin’, Another Show,” “Too Darn Hot,” “Wunderbar,” “So in Love,” and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare.”  

Broad, brazen, and shamelessly irresistible, Kiss Me, Kate was the first musical to win a Tony Award® for Best Musical. Discover its timeless charm in this song-and-dance extravaganza heralded as a defining musical of the 20th century.

Recommended for ages 10 and up.  

Running Time: 2 hours and 25 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission.

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Show Calendar

Legend:

  • Discount Day
  • Opening
  • Student Show (Not Sold Online)
  • Talkback

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Reviews

Was truly brilliant. Enjoyed every moment. Would see it again in a heart beat. A fantastic theatre experience for all.
El C., Walkerton
The costumes and sets were amazing. The dancers were great - especially some of the tap dancing. Overall it was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Thank you.
S K Mannell, Kitchener
What a hoot! Brush Up on Your Shakespeare!! Marvellous show, super entertainment for an evening! We were laughing all the way home!
Martin S, Cambridge
It was a funny, well-acted musical. The singing and dancing was top-notch as well. It was one of the best shows I've seen in a while. Kudos to everyone involved.
Susanne D, Brantford
Great music, great lyrics, great singing; dancing and the best direction! We were gob smacked! Thanks to all!!
Rod I., Thornbury
Incredible show. The cast was amazing. Was blown away by the talent (singing, dancing, humour). Highly recommend this show to anyone. Can't think of anything that could have been improved upon. Exceptionally well done !!!
Bruce F., Mount Brydges
This is a great show. The singing and dancing were excellent. What surprised my wife and I was the excellent acting of the 2 lead characters. The other performers were very good as well. The humour was very tasteful as well. Overall it presented a late 1940s play in a new fresh way. This show could easily be in Toronto or frankly on Broadway.
Bernard G., Thornhill
What could go wrong with a musical that includes parts of a Shakespearean play, a bit of opera, some terrific tap-dancing, lovers who care, and ex-lovers who are ready to blow up? Absolutely nothing. This musical has it all! We enjoyed every minute of the acting, costumes, stage sets, humour, and music. Kudos to the live band!
J J, Hamilton.
Wow, an amazing show, the cast, crew, the sets, and singing ..Kudos to all, it was a birthday gift to my friend, we enjoyed it immensely. Thank you Thank You!
MaryEllen D, Kitchener
Wow wow wow this was just amazing! So much talent in this show. Singing, Dancing etc. loved loved it.
Petra B., Waterloo
Wonderful production. Costumes, choreography, actors, tap dancing and singing were fantastic. Top Drawer!
Joanne R., Waterloo
HUGE Well Done! The set, costumes, orchestra, and actors were all amazing. The power, and range of the voices-Wow! The variety and talent of dance moves, steps and types were again amazing. The flow and chemistry of this musical from the start to the grand finale were a treat to watch and experience. A standing ovation for everyone was well deserved.
Brenda S., Sauble Beach
Leaving the house I wondered what it was going to be like. Some hours later we were driving home and I couldn't stop raving about the music, dancing and acting. The characters were so great and the costumes were just as great.
Bill F, Guelph
Absolutely top notch performance!! We highly recommend it. The talent was superb
Janet B., Ottawa
The cast, the costumes, the music, the dancers all outstanding. I truly enjoyed the show!
Gudrun O., Kitchener
It was a wonderful evening of laughter and music. Well worth seeing.
Joy L., Kitchener
So much energy in the dance scenes. The singing and acting were superb too. A great evening's entertainment!
Joan S., Brant
Loved the show! So well done. Having such high quality theatre so close to home is a treat.
Kerry K., Waterloo
This show was a WOW. That is all that needs to be said. But shall add that we thoroughly enjoyed it and were surprised amazed at the costumes and level of entertainment. Thanks and continue the good work.
Hector O., Brampton
What a show! It had me smiling before a word was spoken. Great cast and wonderful costumes and a truly awesome set. The singing and choreography were at the top of what we expect from Drayton Entertainment.
Peter H., Cambridge
Loved the singing, dancing, the complete show was fantastic. How lucky we are to only have to travel a few miles to enjoy such wonderful shows.
Ann R, Elmira
We absolutely loved this show!!! Fantastic singing and dancing, performers were all excellent. So glad we were able to see this show. Great job!
Liliane D., Dorchester
From the very start, the foot-tapping dance moves, music, and acting talent combine to deliver a memorable, must-see performance.
Alan R., Kitchener
The singing and dancing was absolutely fabulous. It was entertaining and funny. Loved it.
Nancy T, Kitchener
Wonderful! The sets and the COSTUMES were unbelievable. Loved it! Great actors.
Danny & Diane S., Breslau
Every, every one should attend this super show ....it has something special for everyone !!!!
Douglas S., Waterloo

Meet The Artists

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Matthew Armet

Hortensio

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Neil Barclay

Gangster #2

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Jean Blandon

Ensemble

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Headshot of Jacqueline Burtney

Jacqueline Burtney

Ensemble

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Headshot of Mariah Campos

Mariah Campos

Ensemble

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Headshot of Mark Cassius

Mark Cassius

Harry Trevor/Baptista

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Headshot of Eric Craig

Eric Craig

Fred Graham/Petruchio

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Rachel Fairbanks

Lois Lane/Bianca

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Christina Gordon

Hattie

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Eddie Glen

Gangster #1

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Alexandra Grant

Ensemble

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Headshot of Mark Harapiak

Mark Harapiak

Ralph

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Headshot of Kaylee Harwood

Kaylee Harwood

Lilli Vanessi/Katherine

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Kae Kae Lee

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Cory Lingner

Bill Calhoun

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Chad McFadden

Gremio

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Kent Sheridan

Harrison Howell

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Éamon Stocks

Ensemble

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Headshot of Stéphanie Visconti

Stéphanie Visconti

Ensemble

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Tyrell Witherspoon

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KISS ME, KATE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com