Mr. Speaker, November 1995 saw an enthusiastic group of actors take to the stage in Prince Albert. Produced by Saskatchewan's newest musical production company, Destiny Productions, delighted Prince Albert audiences enjoyed the world premier of "Stubble Jumpers", a Broadway quality production.
"Stubble Jumpers", a great story about Saskatchewan boys heading off to fight for Canada in the second world war, is destined to become one of Canada's greatest musicals.
The book, music and lyrics were written by Prince Albertan, Reverend Roy Benson. Another Prince Albertan, musician Rich Miller, assumed the role of arranging and musical director. The rest of the creative team consisted of artistic director Darryl Lindenbach, choreographer Gillian Horn and Carole Courtney as vocal coach.
At a time when Canadian unity is being questioned, let us pay tribute to the men and women who fought and sacrificed on behalf of a united Canada.
"Stubble Jumpers" is a great new musical. Broadway has come to Prince Albert and Prince Albert will end up on Broadway.