About Constellation Theatre Co.
Constellation Theatre Co. is a grassroots, artist-led theatre company based in North Bay, Ontario.
We were founded with a primary focus on musical theatre for and by adults, and a mission to give artists more voice, equity, and ownership in the work we create.
“What’s in a name?”
Constellations have always been about connection — individual stars forming something greater when seen together. That idea reflects how we make theatre: artists and collaborators, each with their own spark, coming together with intention to tell meaningful stories.
Our name carries that spirit. In Constellation Theatre Co., the “co.” points to co-creation, collaboration, community, and cooperation — the values that guide our work. Our branding brings those ideas together visually, pairing celestial imagery with a familiar half-mask from musical theatre to signal both our creative focus and our love of the form.
Why Now?
We’ve long seen the need for a dedicated, professional-minded adult musical theatre company in North Bay. There are so many talented performers in our area and we are excited to create opportunities to share the stage.
In April of 2025, our board met for the first time to lay our foundations and set the stage for what is to come . . .
Our Founding Board of Directors:
Our founding Board of Directors brings together a mix of perspectives — performers, musicians, arts administrators, and professionals- all with a deep connection to North Bay and a shared vision for what Constellation Theatre Co-operative can be: a welcoming, artist-led home for high-quality musical theatre in our community.
We have room for up to 9 directors on our board – so there is room to grow. The directors guiding our first steps are:
Tim Lucier,
President
Tim owes his theatre roots to North Bay’s vibrant youth arts scene. A graduate of the Arts Nipissing program with an SHSM in Arts & Culture at Widdifield Secondary, he is also an alumnus of TOROS, where he was honoured with the Jeff Mandaglio Award and worked on staff for two summers.
In recent years, Tim has performed in community and semi-professional productions across Muskoka, with roles including Gaston (Beauty and the Beast), The Wolf/Prince (Into the Woods), Laurie (Little Women), Tom Collins (RENT), and Sky (Mamma Mia). He has served as a committee member with PARC Organization and the Huntsville Festival of the Arts, supporting fringe, arts education, and fundraising initiatives. Beyond theatre, Tim is Director of Operations at Northern Edge Algonquin retreat centre—a role that has shaped his collaborative, co-creative approach to leadership and community building.
Tim’s return to North Bay inspired him to reconnect with like-minded artists and establish Constellation Theatre Co., recognizing the need for adult-focused musical theatre. He is grateful to the board that has come together and looks forward to future connections, productions, and possibilities.
Lisa Callahan,
Secretary
With over two decades of experience in the performing arts and five years of non-profit governance, Lisa brings a dynamic blend of creative leadership, organizational insight, and community engagement to every board she serves.
Currently serving as Director and Secretary for both Constellation Theatre Co. (2025–Present) and the Capital Prosperity Foundation (2020–Present), Lisa has a longstanding commitment to fostering vibrant, inclusive communities.
A graduate of the Arts Nipissing and SHSM (Arts) programs at Widdifield Secondary School, Lisa’s love of musical theatre has driven extensive on-stage and behind-the-scenes work in Ottawa and North Bay. Most recently, she served as Co-Artistic and Vocal Director for Lost Baggage Musical Theatre’s sold-out cabarets Love on the Rocks and Forbidden Love, and has contributed to local groups including TOROS and Gateway Theatre Guild in roles such as chorus director, props master, and vocal director.
Lisa also brings experience in arts administration, social media strategy, and event logistics through volunteer roles with organizations such as the Ottawa Choral Society and Carleton Music Students Society. Her passion for mentorship, creative collaboration, and governance continues to shape her work building inclusive and sustainable arts communities.
Emily Hawton,
Communications Officer
Emily is absolutely thrilled to be a part of the founding team for Constellation Theatre Co. She is excited to work alongside like-minded artists to help create and share meaningful theatre opportunities and experiences.
A proud graduate of the Arts Nipissing program and SHSM at Widdifield Secondary School, Emily began performing at a young age across North Bay. At 11, she was cast in The Sound of Music with Mirvish Productions, an experience that inspired her to pursue a career in the arts. She went on to study at Randolph College for the Performing Arts in Toronto, honing her craft with some of the city’s finest teachers. Following her graduation in 2017, Emily joined Lower Ossington Theatre, where she performed some of her dream roles, including Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz and Katherine Plumber in Disney’s Newsies, before returning to the role of Dorothy in 2019. Other stage credits include Dyanne in Million Dollar Quartet and Belle in Beauty & the Beast.
Most recently, Emily returned to college to explore her passion for education while continuing to pursue opportunities in film and television. She also proudly served as Choreographer for TOROS’ 2024 production of The Addams Family, bringing her journey full circle. With a special interest in outreach and education, Emily is passionate about making theatre accessible, celebrating and connecting the Northern arts community.
Andrew Butti,
Treasurer
Andrew is a North Bay family physician and faculty member at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. A graduate of the University of Toronto’s Medical School (Class of 2021), he combines his professional life in healthcare with a deep love for North Bay and its culture.
His leadership roots run deep—beginning as President of Student Council at St. Joseph-Scollard Hall and later through volunteer and board service at Nipissing University, where he was recognized for his commitment to student life and community engagement.
As Treasurer and a founding board member of Constellation Theatre Co., Andrew brings a vital non-performing perspective, representing the community-oriented audience member while also acting as a bridge between the arts and other sectors like healthcare, education, and civic life. His presence on the board reflects his passion for supporting people, strengthening community, and helping foster a thriving, inclusive arts culture in North Bay.
Emily O’Kane,
Director
Emily O’Kane is an arts and culture manager, musician, and actor, born and raised in North Bay. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Saxophone and Theatre Performance (Honours) from Bishop’s University and a certificate in Arts Administration and Cultural Management from Humber College. Emily has worked with theatres, orchestras, and arts organizations across Canada and the United States as both an administrator and performer.
A proud alumnus of TOROS, Dreamcoat, and Widdifield Secondary School’s SHSM (Arts) program, Emily has been deeply involved in North Bay’s performing arts community for many years. She brings extensive experience as a performer, director, vocal and saxophone teacher, and arts management professional, combining her creative talents with strong leadership skills.
Emily brings creativity, dedication, and a deep love of performance to every project, helping to strengthen and connect the local arts scene.
Roxey Size,
Director
After a long hiatus from theatre, Roxey is pleased to be a part of Constellation theatre as it takes its first steps. She spent many years with TOROS, Dreamcoat, Gateway Theatre Guild and The Dressing room collective. She also spent time volunteering and working for Can do theatre – a program for children local to North Bay and area. Some of the roles she has played include: Nancy (Oliver!), Sister Mary Leo (Nunsense), Sandra (All Shook up!), Abby (The Long Weekend). She has also performed in many workshops including Hair, Grease and many cabarets along the way.
Roxey is pleased to be on the board of directors that aims to provide an inclusive musical theatre experience for adults in North Bay. Knowing the amount of talent here any show put on is sure to be amazing.
Roxey lives in North Bay, works as a 911 operator, and in her spare time loves to travel and read, keeping her imagination active and her heart open to new experiences.
What we believe
sets us apart:
1: Our Primary Focus on Musical Theatre
Musicals are our thing! We aim to produce at least one full musical theatre production (with an adult cast) each year.
We plan to complement our yearly musical with additional programming which may include: smaller musicals, cabarets, plays, fringe events, murder mysteries, and more.
2: Community-Rooted, Professionally-Minded:
As an amateur/semi-pro ensemble, we aim to provide a home for adult musical theatre performers in North Bay, Ontario to continue practicing and performing their craft at elevated levels, beyond traditional community theatre structures.
Although we aren’t “community theatre”, we are all about community! We’ve already begun to build community with all-ages welcome Musical Theatre Karaoke nights, traditional winter carolling at the Downtown Christmas Walk, and more.
We are committed to building strong relationships with local audiences, artists, and organizations — and, in the long term, collaborating with groups both within North Bay and beyond.
3: Fresh Perspectives
We’re modelling the evolutions we wish to see in community & professional theatre processes, by:
- Establishing clear casting policies that encourage inclusive auditions and help directors to cast the best show possible.
- Outlining clear expectations and commitments with participation & conduct agreements for all collaborators.
- Respecting artists’ time with strategic rehearsal scheduling based on roles and availability.
- Rewarding everyone’s contributions without over-promising through our surplus-sharing model.
- And more! We’re open to exploring more ways to improve and create to create vibrant, memorable experiences for both artists and audiences.
4: Artist-led Transparency
As a co-operative, we operate with a non-profit mindset in service to our vision and mission.
This means prioritizing open communication channels and accountability to our artist-members.
Creative and operational decisions are made by our board, who discuss and share opinions from members and centre collaborative leadership rather than top-down decision-making.