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BIO

Ross Petty is a Canadian actor and theatre producer. He is best known for his eponymous production company, which staged what were promoted as "family musical" theatre productions in the British pantomime tradition in Toronto every holiday season from 1996 until 2022.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Equity Library Theatre Revival, 1985
Performer

[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 1983
Performer

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1982
Sweeney Todd

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1981
The Lover, Macho Man, Male Friend Fred Black, Charles Smith, Stu, The Drag

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1980
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 1979
Performer

[Broadway]
1979
Doctor

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Equity Library Theatre Revival, 1976
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1969
Skeeter


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Canadian Stage Records Surplus of $289,749

Canadian Stage has eliminated a 37-year deficit for the 2023-24 season, marking a significant financial milestone for the renowned arts organization. Learn more!
Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto

The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!
Cast Announced for Canadian Stage's THE WIZARD OF OZ

With the holidays right around the corner, Canadian Stage has just announced complete casting and creative team details for the next chapter of Ross Petty’s beloved holiday Panto – THE WIZARD OF OZ: THE TOTO-LY AWESOME FAMILY MUSICAL. Find out who will star in the show here!
Cast Set for FIFTEEN DOGS At The CAA Theatre

Mirvish Productions has revealed the cast for the stage adaptation of FIFTEEN DOGS, based on André Alexis's novel, running at the CAA Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE WIZARD OF OZ: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL PANTO FOR ALL Announced At The Canadian Stage Company

Canadian Stage Company and Ross Petty Productions present THE WIZARD OF OZ: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL PANTO FOR ALL, featuring Dan Chameroy, Julia Pulo, and Vanessa Sears. Directed by Ted Dykstra with choreography by Jennifer Mote.
Canadian Stage Sets 2024-25 Season Featuring Toronto and Canadian Premieres & More

Canadian Stage has unveiled its 24.25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS Concert At The Royal Conservatory

​The Royal Conservatory of Music has revealed the cast for the 2024 holiday season production of Into the Woods in concert.
Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis Will Lead Reading of ALL THE RAGE Musical

A one-night-only reading of the musical All The Rage will be held as part of Spark Theatre Festival this March. The reading will star Broadway's Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis.
Chilina Kennedy, Matthew Mucha, And More to Join BETWEEN BROADWAY VARIETY HOUR

Join Chilina Kennedy, Matthew Mucha, and more in the hilarious and entertaining Between Broadway Variety Hour.
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC in Concert Starring Eric McCormack, Cynthia Dale & More to Take Place Next Month

The Royal Conservatory of Music will close its 2022-23 concert season with four performances of Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music in concert.
Paul Alexander Nolan, Chilina Kennedy & More to Star in NORTHERN EXPOSURE at 54 Below

54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present “Northern Exposure” on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 7:00PM.
Review: PETER'S FINAL FLIGHT Takes Audiences On A Whimsical Adventure in Ross Petty's Farewell Production

Looking for an escape this winter season? Ross Petty’s final holiday pantomime is whisking audiences away to Neverland on a whimsical, musical adventure that’s got something for everyone, no matter their age.
Ross Petty Productions to Present Farewell Holiday Spectacular PETER'S FINAL FLIGHT in December

Ross Petty Productions announces their farewell production at Toronto's historic Elgin Theatre this winter. PETER'S FINAL FLIGHT: The PAN-Tastical Family Musical! will run from December 2, 2022 to January 7, 2023.
Tweed & Co Announces the Cast of RIDE THE CYCLONE

Are you ready for the ride of a lifetime? This July Tweed & Company Theatre presents the highly-anticipated, regional premiere of the Canadian off-Broadway cult musical, Ride the Cyclone (book, music and lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell) in both Tweed and Bancroft! In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster.
The Grand Theatre to Present the World Premiere of GROW

Is the grass always greener on the other side? From April 19 to 30, this age-old question will be theatrically explored as London’s Grand Theatre presents the World Premiere of the Canadian musical comedy GROW. 
Meet the Cast of PARADISE SQUARE

Paradise Square begins previews on Broadway tonight, March 15, 2022, ahead of an opening night on April 3 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Learn more about the cast bringing this musical to life on stage here!
ALICE IN WINTERLAND Pick-Your-Own-Path Adventure Will be Available to Stream

With the latest restrictions based on the surge of the Omicron variant, and the cancellation of every other beloved seasonal offering, audiences want more ALICE IN WINTERLAND.  Ross Petty Productions is delivering the best gift of all with a new extended viewing window, beginning today until midnight new year's eve.
Toronto's Major Theatres Will Dim Their Marquee Lights to Honor Stephen Sondheim

In the theatre there is no higher honour than for theatres to dim their marquee lights at the customary curtain time, 8 pm. And that’s exactly what will happen on Tuesday, November 30 at 8 pm at the CAA Ed Mirvish, the Princess of Wales and the Royal Alexandra theatres.
Ross Petty Productions Presents ALICE IN WINTERLAND Streaming in December

The holiday season wouldn't be the same without the annual Ross Petty Productions family musical, so for the second year, the holiday “Panto” goes virtual with a brand-new production, ALICE IN WINTERLAND. Double the fun with this year's Choose Your Own Adventure for an interactive one-of-a-kind theatrical experience.
New Canadian Musical GROW to Release Music Video for 'Grow'

Musical theatre lovers worldwide are invited to tune in for the debut of a brand new music video for “Grow”, the title song from the highly-anticipated original Canadian musical, premiering as of 9 AM EST December 17, 2020.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ross Petty been in?

Ross Petty has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Ross Petty been in?

Ross Petty has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Ross Petty's first West End show?

Ross Petty's first West End show was Belle Starr which opened in 1969

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