Written by Chad Connell & Shelley Simester
Director: Sarah Cassidy
Choreographer: Jessica Vandenberg
Music Director: Steven Vesely
Original Music: Jonathan Evans
Costume Design: Lu-Anne Connell
December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026 at The GCTC
At the home of The GCTC – The Irving Greenberg Theatre Centre, 1233 Wellington Street West (Corner of Wellington and Holland)
*A Canadian Actors’ Equity Production under The Artists’ Collective Policy*
OttawaMusicals is back at the Great Canadian Theatre Company with their 9th annual panto—a rollicking family musical adventure inspired by the classic story of Hansel and Gretel, now with a wild west twist! Hidden Valley Ranch is home to a colourful cast of characters: a tough-as-nails sheriff, a whip-smart outlaw called The Kid, a suspiciously charming new farmhand, and a pair of clever kids always ready for mischief.
When a pint-sized bounty hunter with a sweet tooth and a faulty map stumbles onto the ranch, chaos ensues. The kids’ woodland escapades, complete with beavers, bear dung, and plenty of laughs are just the beginning. Meanwhile, flashbacks reveal a shadowy deal between a mysterious new arrival and a certain gingerbread-loving local, whose house might just be the sweetest trap in the valley.
With slapstick humour, toe-tapping songs, and plenty of audience participation, this musical is perfect for the whole family. Join OttawaMusicals at the GCTC for a wild, heartwarming ride through the west—where surprises, silliness, and fun await at every turn!
What people are saying…
“Congratulations on Hansel & Gretel Go West! It was heartening to see a full house cheering and booing as we took in the show. Fantastic talent on stage, great production values and fun musical numbers made this a huge holiday treat. Worth the trip from Toronto.” – S. White and P. Fenton
“This was an unexpected and total delight. The singing, acting, dance – all marvellous. My sister and husband and kids were visiting from England where they go to a lot of Pantos, and they said this was superb in light of all they’ve seen! Bravo/a to Ottawa Musicals for gifting us this gem!” – L. Farha
Ottawa Life Magazine Review https://www.ottawalife.com/article/hansel-and-gretel-go-west-review-ottawas-must-see-christmas-pantomime/
Broadway World Review https://www.broadwayworld.com/ottawa/article/Review-Ottawa-Musicals-HANSEL-AND-GRETEL-GO-WEST-20251224
