'A lot of new energy': Luther College High School puts on Alice in Wonderland production
Students at Luther College High School in Regina took to the stage beginning on Thursday for their production of ‘Alice in Wonderland.’
This is the 50th year the high school has produced a musical show, but the first time they presented ‘Alice in Wonderland.’
More than 70 students are involved in the production. Auditions were held on the first day of class on September and opening night was on Thursday.
There is also a live orchestra made up of students and professional musicians. Students say being in the annual drama is lots of fun, but it’s also quite challenging balancing the rehearsal schedule with the tough academic standards at Luther.
“It takes a lot of time and effort. Especially on your own time, and just in practice. In your room, just learning the lines with your parents or siblings,” said Julia Grant, who plays Alice. “Then just like going with your choir director to get the notes down. It’s quite a bit of work.”
Sarah Stone, the director for the play, said the cast was excited for the show.
“This year’s cast brought a lot of new energy,” she said. “We’ve never done Alice in Wonderland at Luther before, so it’s a fresh experience for all for us.”
The show began on Thursday, with shows on Friday and Saturday evening. There will also be a matinee on Sunday afternoon.
Tickets are available on the Luther College website and there may also be some tickets available at the door.
Shopping Trends
The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
W5 Investigates
W5 Investigates 'Let me rot in Canada,' pleads Canadian ISIS suspect from secret Syrian prison
W5's Avery Haines tells the story of Jack Letts, a Canadian Muslim convert in a Syrian jail, accused of being a member of ISIS. In part two of a three-part investigation, Haines speaks with Letts, who issues a plea to return to Canada to face justice.
Canadian woman shares methanol poisoning story in wake of death investigation in Laos hostel
Cuddling on the couch with her dog, Ducky, no one would notice that anything is different about Ashley King. Even when she walks across the living room, she doesn’t miss a step. But the 32-year-old has gotten used to functioning with only two per cent vision.
DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING Liberals, NDP expected to pass GST holiday in House of Commons today, without $250 rebate
Legislation to create a two-month-long GST holiday is expected to pass today after the federal finance minister separated the GST break from a promise to also send $250 to most working Canadians in the spring.
Calgary man dead following tragic incident while helping stranded driver
A man died after being pinned under a vehicle while trying to help another motorist in northwest Calgary.
Montreal billionaire Robert Miller could have as many as 100 victims, lawyer says
A Quebec judge is hearing arguments this week in a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex.
A social media ban for under-16s passes the Australian Senate and will soon be a world-first law
A social media ban for children under 16 passed the Australian Senate Thursday and will soon become a world-first law.
Crew working on Jodi Henrickson documentary notifies B.C. police of possible evidence
Homicide investigators visited Bowen Island over the weekend after B.C. filmmakers working on a documentary about the 2009 disappearance of Jodi Henrickson turned up potential evidence in the cold case.
DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING Lebanon says 2 hurt as Israeli troops fire on people returning south after truce with Hezbollah
At least two people were wounded by Israeli fire in southern Lebanon on Thursday, according to state media. The Israeli military said it had fired at people trying to return to certain areas on the second day of a ceasefire with the Hezbollah militant group.
U.S. university says linebacker remains in stable condition, hours after announcing his death
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. remains hospitalized with a head injury suffered in an October game, the school said hours after announcing that he had died.
Saskatoon
-
Saskatoon city council approves $1.2M winter warming centre plan
Saskatoon’s new city council has approved the latest cold weather strategy, a $1.2 million plan to operate winter warming centres for those in need.
-
'Only thing that works': Push for anti-seizure medication reapproval dominates Sask. legislature
A family affected by epilepsy and a neurologist joined the Saskatchewan NDP on Wednesday to push for the province to resume talks for a publicly funded anti-seizure medication.
-
'Just pay it forward': Saskatoon students help neighbours clearing snow
Students from a Saskatoon core neighbourhood school are stepping up to help people in their neighbourhood by clearing snow, but shovels of snow aren’t the only thing being filled up.
Winnipeg
-
'It's been very hectic': Retailers brace for busy shopping season without Canada Post
Some businesses worry they have been left holding the bag as the Canada Post strike continues just days away from Black Friday.
-
Two men randomly stabbed at Polo Park, one person arrested
Two men were randomly stabbed at CF Polo Park Mall Tuesday and police have one person in custody.
-
More charges laid against pair involved in animal cruelty investigation: Winnipeg police
Warning: This story contains disturbing details. Discretion is advised. Winnipeg police have laid additional charges against two Winnipeggers charged with animal cruelty after videos of animals being tortured and killed were uploaded to the dark web.
Edmonton
-
Woman accused in drowning of girl on Alberta lake denied bail
The woman accused in the drowning death of a five-year-old girl in an Alberta lake has been denied bail.
-
Edmonton soldier working for NATO dies from 'non-operational' medical complications
An Edmonton-based former commanding officer of a Canadian Armed Forces engineering regiment has died in Europe, the Department of National Defence said in a media release on Wednesday.
-
Industry not consulted on Alberta's plan to challenge federal emissions cap
The Alberta government did not consult with the oil and gas sector before announcing a sweeping set of plans it says it could use to challenge the proposed federal greenhouse gas emissions cap, industry sources say.
Calgary
-
Calgary man dead following tragic incident while helping stranded driver
A man died after being pinned under a vehicle while trying to help another motorist in northwest Calgary.
-
WEATHER
WEATHER Freezing fog creates near-zero visibility and slick roads early Thursday
The winds in and around Calgary were minimal early Thursday and, without any mixing of the air closer to the surface, the freezing fog is likely to linger throughout the morning commute.
-
DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING Liberals, NDP expected to pass GST holiday in House of Commons today, without $250 rebate
Legislation to create a two-month-long GST holiday is expected to pass today after the federal finance minister separated the GST break from a promise to also send $250 to most working Canadians in the spring.
Lethbridge
-
Large turnout expected as Blood Tribe members go to the polls
Blood Tribe members are voting today to elect their next chief and council.
-
Parking restrictions removed for City of Lethbridge late Wednesday afternoon
The City of Lethbridge deactivated its snow routes late Wednesday afternoon, meaning on-street parking can resume.
-
2 Pincher Creek men charged in relation to early November break-and-enter
Two Pincher Creek men face charges in relation to a break-and-enter at a rural residence in early November.
Toronto
-
Toronto woman injured after falling out of wheelchair provided by Air Canada, husband says
What could have possibly been Sheila Rizzuto’s last vacation ever was ruined after she fell out of an Air Canada-provided wheelchair and badly injured herself, according to her husband.
-
Ontario family says dream renovation project has become their 'worst nightmare'
A Whitby family says a home renovation project has turned into their 'worst nightmare,' as construction continues into its 17th straight month.
-
Flurries expected in Toronto but a more significant winter storm could be headed for areas north of the city
Areas north of Toronto could see a big blast of winter weather starting Thursday night, with Environment Canada warning of a “multi-day lake effect snow squall event.”
Ottawa
-
Montreal girl, 16, facing charges after being stopped in stolen vehicle on Highway 417 in eastern Ontario
A 16-year-old girl from Montreal is facing multiple charges after being stopped in a stolen vehicle Thursday morning on Highway 417 in eastern Ontario, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
-
Here's when it'll start to snow this Thursday
Snow is in the forecast for Ottawa this Thursday.
-
Canada Post strike keeping woman stuck in Ottawa as she waits for U.S. visa
A Canadian woman who applied for a special visa to accept a job in the U.S. says she's been stuck in Ottawa for two weeks, not knowing when her application will be delivered because Canada Post workers are on strike.
Montreal
-
Montreal North under boil-water advisory
A precautionary boil-water advisory was issued for the entire Montreal North borough due to a cut in water supply and a drop in water pressure.
-
Boeing plane makes emergency landing at Montreal's Mirabel airport after landing gear malfunction
No injuries were reported after a Boeing 737 was forced to divert to Mirabel airport after the aircraft experienced a technical issue with the landing gear.
-
Suzuki scores in OT to give the Canadiens a 4-3 victory over the Blue Jackets
Nick Suzuki scored 44 seconds into overtime and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on Wednesday night, snapping a two-game skid.
Vancouver
-
Crew working on Jodi Henrickson documentary notifies B.C. police of possible evidence
Homicide investigators visited Bowen Island over the weekend after B.C. filmmakers working on a documentary about the 2009 disappearance of Jodi Henrickson turned up potential evidence in the cold case.
-
B.C. mom laments 'false hope' as major crime unit declines to reinvestigate daughter's death
A Vancouver Island woman who lost her child in 2021 said she wants an apology from Victoria's police chief, after she was given the impression major crime investigators were actively looking into her daughter's death.
-
DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING Liberals, NDP expected to pass GST holiday in House of Commons today, without $250 rebate
Legislation to create a two-month-long GST holiday is expected to pass today after the federal finance minister separated the GST break from a promise to also send $250 to most working Canadians in the spring.
Vancouver Island
-
B.C. mom laments 'false hope' as major crime unit declines to reinvestigate daughter's death
A Vancouver Island woman who lost her child in 2021 said she wants an apology from Victoria's police chief, after she was given the impression major crime investigators were actively looking into her daughter's death.
-
Fares would need to jump 30% for BC Ferries to 'simply keep up': CEO
The head of BC Ferries admits there is so much demand on the corporation and its fleet that resources are pushed "to their limits," and a mammoth increase in ticket prices is needed to keep it running.
-
B.C. legislature not returning until Feb. 18 for throne speech
B.C. Premier David Eby's cabinet gave him a warm welcome as he entered the room for their first meeting today.
Kelowna
-
Kelowna, B.C., to host the Memorial Cup in the spring of 2026
The Western Hockey League's Kelowna Rockets will host the Memorial Cup in the spring of 2026, the Canadian Hockey League said Wednesday.
-
545 vehicles impounded in 332 days: BC Highway Patrol pleads for drivers to slow down
Mounties with the BC Highway Patrol in Kelowna say they've impounded more than 545 vehicles for excessive speed and aggressive driving so far this year. That works out to more than 1.6 per day.
-
Man in hospital following targeted shooting in Kamloops
Police are appealing for information on a targeted shooting that resulted in the hospitalization of a man in Kamloops.
London
-
Council hikes property tax, water, and sewer bills over $300 on average London home
Seemingly defeated by the tough financial situation facing city hall and its municipally funded agencies, council used the final day of budget deliberations to explain their reasons behind a steep property tax increase in the 2025 Budget Update.
-
Council shares lessons learned after 'flame train' fiasco
A new report to London City Council outlines lessons learned and the cost of the ‘flame train’ that rolled through the downtown this past spring.
-
Suspect wanted in relation to Christmas decoration theft
A suspect is sought by St. Thomas police after Christmas decorations were stolen from two homes on Alexandria Avenue.
Kitchener
-
One dead, another hurt in Cambridge shooting
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Cambridge.
-
Man living in Kitchener, Ont. alleged to be involved in massive data breach
A man accused in a massive data breach, impacting several large international companies, has been located in Kitchener, Ont.
-
'My dear Carmel': Lost letters returned to 103-year-old Guelph, Ont. woman
A young history buff was able to reunite a Guelph, Ont. woman with letters written by her husband almost 80 years ago.
Northern Ontario
-
Impaired driver in Espanola, Ont., calls police on themselves
A 24-year-old from Espanola has been charged with impaired driving after calling police and reporting an impaired driver -- themselves.
-
W5 Investigates
W5 Investigates 'Let me rot in Canada,' pleads Canadian ISIS suspect from secret Syrian prison
W5's Avery Haines tells the story of Jack Letts, a Canadian Muslim convert in a Syrian jail, accused of being a member of ISIS. In part two of a three-part investigation, Haines speaks with Letts, who issues a plea to return to Canada to face justice.
-
A social media ban for under-16s passes the Australian Senate and will soon be a world-first law
A social media ban for children under 16 passed the Australian Senate Thursday and will soon become a world-first law.
Atlantic
-
First significant snow of the season for parts of the Maritimes Thursday, Friday
A low-pressure system moving up the eastern seaboard of the United States is forecasted to bring a mixture of snow and rain into the Maritimes Thursday night into Friday.
-
DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING Liberals, NDP expected to pass GST holiday in House of Commons today, without $250 rebate
Legislation to create a two-month-long GST holiday is expected to pass today after the federal finance minister separated the GST break from a promise to also send $250 to most working Canadians in the spring.
-
'We have to do something': Homeless advocates in Moncton reaching out for help over holidays
Twice a week, Joanne and Jeff Jonah fill up their vehicle full of snacks and sandwiches and deliver them to the homeless in downtown Moncton, N.B.
N.L.
-
'Who profits on hunger?': Inuit send pleading emails to minister about food costs
People in Nunavut and northern Labrador have been writing to Canadian government officials this year to say grocers were charging exorbitant prices despite receiving a federal subsidy.
-
As N.L. firm pivots, scientists say Canada's green hydrogen dreams are far-fetched
A Newfoundland energy company's embrace of data centres is raising doubts about eastern Canadian hopes of harnessing the region's howling winds to supply Germany with power from green hydrogen.
-
Canadian leads group pushing Vatican for zero-tolerance policy on abuse by clergy
An international group led by a Canadian is in Rome this week to push the Catholic Church to adopt a zero-tolerance policy on abuse by clergy.
