Actor

Special mention goes to Emma Ferrante, who plays The Lady of the Lake, for her hilarious performance and stunning voice.

Emma is a versatile actor, crossing genres from classical and contemporary works to musical theatre. As a performer, she brings a strong mix of intellect and impulse to the process. Excelling in physical comedy, Emma is a risk-taker, who enjoys bringing big offers to the table; she approaches her work with authenticity, vulnerability and boldness.

Having studied at The University of Ottawa, Emma was exposed to text analysis, dramaturgy, and has a strong grasp of classical and contemporary works. During her time in Ottawa she often trained in physical theatre, such as Laban, clown and contact improvisation. Her interest in private vocal studies led her to completing a diploma in Musical Theatre Performance from St. Lawrence College. With the foundation gained in classical theatre studies, she excelled in musical theatre performance, expanding her vocal range, and learning fundamental dance styles such as Ballet, Tap, and Jazz.

Emma is constantly pulled to education, and continues to train privately through workshops and private coaching. Emma studies vocal technique under Marie Baron and accompanist Aaron Eyre, and relies on her sessions with several mentors across Ontario to continue sharpening her skills. Her long-term training dreams are to study under Philippe Gaulier and to complete a Masters in Directing.

Select credits include: Nana in For the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again, and Josephine “Ma” Strong in Urinetown for The Stephenville Theatre Festival; The Lady of the Lake in Spamalot!, and Mrs. Corry/The Bird Woman in Mary Poppins for The Lower Ossington Theatre; Ms. Sherman in Fame for The Madinat Theatre in Dubai; Michaela in Don’t Blame the Bedouins performed at The Magnetic North Theatre Festival; as well as Ensemble in Yichud: Seclusion, a co-production between Convergance Theatre and Theatre Passe Muraille.