Basement Productions

We're putting together an online video of "Not Alone," one of the beautiful new songs written by Katie Mills for our upcoming musical, THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTER! If you want the chance to sing some beautiful folky harmonies, visit this page -- all singers / actors / musicians are welcome!

The second very exciting announcement! We are partnering with Magen Boys Entertainment to help shape the future of event planning. We are seeking new ideas for virtual events, as well as entertainers from all disciplines to join our team! You can find all the information about our submission requirements and how to apply here: https://drive.google.com//1RVp0IM60zcrNnAfcG7dALL2KH/view

First announcement of three! We are very excited to be producing a workshop production of the new musical THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTER, with Book, Music & Lyrics by Katie Mills, in 2021! Katie and I met at Sheridan, where she is currently entering her third year, but we didn't begin our collaboration process until we were a part of 603 New Musicals' writers' intensive together in May 2019. She is a unique new voice on the musical theatre landscape and I am so, so honoured to be ...introducing her to the world with this piece! THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTER is a fairy-tale fantasy that follows the story of Mira, a young woman growing up in a rigidly traditional fishing village. In this town, the men go off to sea and bring home the fish to eat, while the women stay at home and weave the nets. But when the father of a girl in the village is trapped out at sea during a storm, Mira gathers a crew of young village misfits and ventures out to sea to save him -- despite being urged to stay at home by her fellow villagers. An epic tale of adventure, complete with mermaids, magical kingdoms and catchy songs, THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTER is a spectacular new musical that will delight children and adults alike... but, more importantly, it's also a complex and thought-provoking reflection on gender, ambition, and teamwork. We look forward to gathering with you all in a theatre, finally, and sharing in the development of this larger-than-life new musical. Stay tuned for two more exciting announcements coming up from Basement Productions this week! -- Mateo

Hey y'all! I know it's a strange time for theatre right now and we're all holding our breath to see when we'll be able to get back onstage. In the meantime, though, Basement Productions is hard at work trying to find exciting new ways to create theatre in the time of COVID-19. Stay tuned for not one, not two, but THREE very exciting announcements from Basement Productions in the coming weeks! Sending love to everyone in this scary time. Happy Pride. Stay Home. Black Lives Matter.

Check out these awesome photos from Basement Productions performing at Jake's Bar Mitzvah! Are you hosting an event that needs some high quality entertainment?! Bring a little piece of Broadway right to your guests! We perform at corporate events, birthday parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and more! Contact us on Facebook, or send us an email at [email protected] to book us for an evening!... Pics by Matt @ Cliq Creative

"An impressive showing by the young writer and actor Mateo Lewis, Boys Don’t Cry is a musical that will make audiences laugh, think, and maybe even shed a tear or two... The show is technically and musically tight and the main cast turn in solid performances in challenging roles." -- Dom Harvey for myentertainmentworld.ca Three more shows! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! Hit up tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix for showtimes and tickets!

"I found myselfquite unexpectedlyin tears... BOYS DON'T CRY is a thoroughly compelling, admirable work from a young musical theatre artist." -- Istvan Dugalin Read the full review here: https://istvandugalin.com//istvan-reviews-boys-dont-cry-/... And don't forget to buy your tickets because we only run until July 14! Visit tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix for showtimes and ticket info.

"Mateo Lewis plays a convincing Jayden, and his vocal strength is undeniable. Aveleigh Keller delights the audience with her beautiful high belts. Sarah McMillan-Stahmer’s performance is honest and emotional. Christoper Wilson demonstrates a clear vision in his direction as he ensures that his entire cast utilizes the stage to its full capacity... BOYS DON'T CRY teaches us there is strength in sensitivity." -- Catherine Gloria, Mooney on Theatre Read the full review here: https://www.mooneyontheatre.com//boys-dont-cry-basement-p/

AAAAND WE'RE OPEN! Check out these shots from our opening night performance, and make sure to get your tickets soon at tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix Photos by Gary Toporoski

BOYS DON'T CRY is on stage at the Toronto Fringe till July 14! Don't miss it! Tickets are just $13, so go to tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix now!

Check out what Drew Rowsome, a columnist at My Gay Toronto, had to say about our show! (And yes, Carson Betz is every bit as hunky and strong-voiced as it says ;) ) thanks for these kind words Drew Rowsome! https://drewrowsome.blogspot.com//the-toronto-fringe-festi

BOYS DON'T CRY opens in ONE WEEK! Get your tickets before they're gone! www.tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix #BoysDontCry #boysdontcrymusical

BOYS DON'T CRY is a new musical about what it means to be a man, featuring songs by award-winning young songwriter Mateo Lewis. For showtimes and tickets go to tinyurl.com/bdcfringetix . . .... . Book, Music & Lyrics by Mateo Lewis Directed by Christopher Wilson Featuring Carson Betz, Aveleigh Keller, Mateo Lewis, Sara McMillan-Stahmer and Zach Stahmer BOYS DON'T CRY runs July 5 - 14, 2019 at Toronto's Robert Gill Theater (air-conditioned and accessible venue at the intersection of St. George + College)