An award-winning, not-for-profit charitable organization, Drayton Entertainment produces the finest in live theatre at seven venues in southwestern Ontario. Each theatre maintains its distinct identity, but at the same time, combines the strengths and energy of all to provide an entertainment experience that is unparalleled.
The stage for success was first set in 1991, with the launch of the Drayton
Festival Theatre. Under the leadership of Founder & CEO Alex Mustakas, the
theatre was an immediate success. Since then, Drayton Entertainment has added the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre, King’s Wharf Theatre (in Penetanguishene), Huron Country Playhouse (with two stages in Grand Bend), St. Jacobs Country
Playhouse, and the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge.
Company in Finding Neverland, Drayton Entertainment, 2026 Season. Directed and Choreographed by
David Connolly; Music Direction by Jeff Newberry; Set Design by Brandon Kleiman; Costume Design by Jenine Kroeplin; Lighting Design by Kevin Fraser; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Choreographer Christine Watson; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kevin Etherington; Assistant Stage Manager Molly Mück; Apprentice Stage Manager Sabrina Weinstein; Photography by Hilary Gauld; Videography by Annissa Malthaner.
This video showcases the cultural and community impact of the Huron Country Playhouse Grand Bend.
Creative Crew team working on props and artwork for The High School Project.
Highlight reel showcasing the hardworking teens enrolled in the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy High School Project. The students are rehearsing for their production of Mean Girls: The High School Version.
Company in Jesus Christ Superstar, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed by David Rogers; Choreographed by Christine Watson; Music Direction by Mark Payne; Set Design by Doug Paraschuck; Costume Design by Ivan Brozic; Lighting Design by Michael Walton; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Stage Manager Laurel Oneil; Assistant Stage Manager Kelsey Jensen; Assistant Stage Manager Victoria Snashall; Photography by Cassidy Clemmer. Videography and editing by Annissa Malthaner.
Company in Crazy For You, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by Michael Lichtefeld; Set Design by Doug Paraschuck; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Stage Manager Paul Pembleton; Assistant Stage Managers Grace Batten and Nadene Riehl; Photography by Hilary Gauld. Videography and editing by Annissa Malthaner.
Comapny in Shrek The Musical. Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed & Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by Ryan Howell; Original Costume Design by Tim Hatley; Lighting Design by Kevin Fraser; Sound Design by Matt Ballagh; Assistant Director Jeremy Carver-James; Assistant Choreographer Christine Watson; Stage Manager Dustyn Wales; Assistant Stage Manager Molly Mück; Assistant Stage Manager Sadie Wannamaker. Photography by Hilary Gauld.
Company in Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Drayton Entertainment, 2024 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Darryn de Souza; Set Design by Brian Dudkiewicz; Costume Design by Dariusz Korbiel; Lighting Design by Kevin Fraser; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Julius Sermonia; Stage Manager Laurel Oneil; Assistant Stage Manager Frances Johnson; Assistant Stage Manager Nadene Riehl. Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn. Videography and editing by Annissa Malthaner