COULD YOU WAIT? In Concert
A War-time Romance Told in Song
Starring Louise Pitre & Joe Matheson

A young couple discovers that hope can transcend geographic obstacles and tumultuous times as they explore the potential of true love beyond the uncertainty of war. Set in the early years of the Second World War, a sailor's letters turn to liaison as Toronto's Royal York serves as backdrop to anticipation and passion. COULD YOU WAIT? explores a romantic journey to melt the most cynical heart. Starring real-life couple, award-winning performer Louise Pitre (MAMMA MIA!, LES MISERABLES) and theatre veteran Joe Matheson (Stratford Festival, Shaw Festival, Mirvish Productions).

A sailor meets the girl of his dreams just before shipping overseas in World War II, the play's title being the implied question on his departure -- Could You Wait? Many weeks and letters later, he decides she's 'the one'. Wanting to pop the question while on leave, he ends up taking her for a spectacular meal in the sumptuous Imperial Room at The Royal York Hotel. What ensues is an enchanted evening of entertainment where the sweet awkwardness of young love will crack the toughest heart with knowing grins.

Inspired by his parents' own war-time experiences, Joe Matheson has collaborated with Louise Pitre and Musical Director, Diane Leah, to create four original songs for the production. COULD YOU WAIT? also features familiar forties tunes like I'll Be Seeing You, Steppin’ Out With My Baby, The White Cliffs of Dover and I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now, sung as you've never heard them before by the incomparable Louise Pitre.


COULD YOU WAIT?
Script by W. J. Matheson
Original Lyrics by W.J. Matheson, Louise Pitre, and Diane Leah
Music Arranged by Diane Leah
Starring Louise Pitre and W.J. Matheson with Musical Direction by Diane Leah
Choreography by Glen Kerr and Janet Kelly
Stage Managed by Laura-Lynn Reid
Directed by David Nairn


“’Could You Wait’ hits a love chord” ~ The London Free Press

“This play is a good one and will have long legs on Canadian stages for years to come.” ~ In The Spotlight