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The Canadian Music Theatre Project presented Marathon of Hope, based on the incredible true story of Terry Fox. In the summer of 1980, Terry ran across Canada, a marathon every day to raise money for cancer research and captured the heart of the nation in the process. After 143 days, Terry was forced to end his run when his cancer returned. He passed away on June 28, 1981 at 22 years of age.
A professional cast of actors, in Sheridan’s “theatrical laboratory”, developed this exciting new folk musical about one of Canada’s enduring heroes. Marathon of Hope is presented in collaboration with the family of Terry Fox.
Music and lyrics by John Connolly. Based on the Book by Jim Betts. Orchestrations and arrangements are by Michael Mulrooney.
Director: Jim Betts
Musical Director: Michael Mulrooney
Publication Date
11-27-2013
Production Year
2013/2014
Theatre Location
Macdonald-Heaslip Hall, Sheridan
Cast
Betty: Lorretta Bailey
Sharon: Tess Benger
Rika: Michelle Bouey
Leslie: Paula Brancati
Darrell: Michael Cox
Doug: Alex Furber
Greg: Jayden Greig
Bill: Jordan Till
Rolly: Geoffrey Tyler
Terry: Joshua Wiles
Keywords
Marathon of Hope, Theatre Sheridan, The Canadian Music Theatre Project, Terry Fox
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Disciplines
Theatre and Performance Studies
Faculty
Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
School
Department of Visual and Performing Arts
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SOURCE Citation
Theatre Sheridan, "Marathon of Hope, November 27 – December 8, 2013" (2013). Theatre Sheridan Productions. 16.
https://source.sheridancollege.ca/faad_visu_uniq_theatre/16
Original Citation
Betts, J. (Director). (2013, November 27 – December 8). Marathon of hope. [Theatre Performance]. Oakville: Theatre Sheridan.