Unleashed Heart Productions

04/01/2026

On Sunday night, we gathered the cast of The Last Frontier and read through the play for the first time, singing along with the fabulous tracks that Kyle Friesen has prepared for us. There were tears, there was laughter, there was applause. I am so excited for the months to come and the discoveries we will make in rehearsal. Feeling blessed.
One special moment, as the cast was singing O White Pine, outside the window, the seabirds were racing over the surf, the mountains of the mainland in the background glowing in the sunset and I swear to God I could hear Beth say, as she did so many times, “We live here.” We do indeed, my love. Thank you for this beautiful music.

Michael

03/30/2026

The incredibly talented youth of Voices Unbound, presented by The Unleashed Heart in partnership with the Parksville Museum, took the stage under the inspiring direction of Jennifer Kelly.

You make us so proud.

Wishing you all the best as you head into local, regional, provincial, and national festivals. The journey is just beginning!

03/29/2026

What a beautiful way to begin ✨

Opening night of Voices Unbound at the Parksville Museum was a full house — and full hearts. An incredible evening of spoken word, courage, laughter and connection, brought to life by a group of talented young performers under the thoughtful direction of Jennifer Kelly.

This was the first of two nights for our inaugural Voices Unbound Youth Showcase, and what a powerful start it was. Each voice was unique, honest, and deeply felt — a reminder of just how important it is to create space for young people to be seen and heard.

Beyond the performances, this evening also marks the beginning of something meaningful. Proceeds from this showcase will go toward building the Beth DeVolder Voices Unbound Scholarship, supporting future generations of artists in finding and trusting their voice.

Grateful. Inspired. And so proud of these young performers.

More to come tomorrow 💫

03/10/2026

Limited tickets available! Get yours today to avoid disappointment 🎫

02/09/2026

🎭 AUDITION NOTICE & CASTING CALL 🎶
We’re inviting both new and experienced performers to audition for the premiere of a new Canadian musical – produced by ECHO Players at the Village Theatre – October 8-25, 2026.
✨ The Last Frontier
Written & directed by Michael Armstrong
Music & lyrics by Beth DeVolder
📍 Audition Location: Parksville Museum
1245 Island Hwy East, Parksville
Audition Dates:
Fri, Feb 27 | 6–9 pm
Sat, Feb 28 | 12–4 pm
Sun, Mar 1 | 12–2 pm
🎤 Callbacks
Sun, Mar 1 | 2–4 pm

🌈 We welcome and encourage performers of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to audition.
Please note: there are no roles for children at this time.
🎶 Audition Prep
• 16–32 bars of a musical theatre song (with accompaniment track)
• One-minute, age-appropriate monologue
• We strongly recommend reading the script and listening to the music
📖 Full audition details, script, and music:
unleashedheartproductions.com
📧 To book an audition time, contact:[email protected]

01/24/2026

Last night was the start of something special ✨

We gathered at the Village Theatre for an audition tips workshop, shared great questions, and sent everyone home with practical tools.

Then we got a little magic: a preview of the story and original music from The Last Frontier… written by Unleashed Heart founders Michael Armstrong and Beth DeVolder. Workshop participants joined in singing Beth’s hauntingly beautiful “White Pine” and finished with a top-tapping chorus of “We won’t stay silent anymore!”

This new original Canadian musical has begun its journey, produced by ECHO Players and premiering at the Village Theatre this October. 🇨🇦🎶

Auditions will be the end of February. DM us if you’d like to be added to the audition notice list. Script and music samples are on our website unleashedheartproductions.com
Stay close. 💛

12/05/2025

As our two brilliant performers and founders - Michael and Jennifer - raise a glass to mark closing day, we’re raising one right along with them. Our inaugural show, A Child’s Christmas in Wales, comes to an end today with all shows sold out, and we’re feeling nothing but gratitude. Thank you to everyone who cheered us on. Your support has given Unleashed Heart a joyful beginning.

Where history meets the human heart.

11/30/2025

All performances of A Child’s Christmas in Wales are officially sold out!
Our heartfelt thanks to this amazing community for embracing our very first production and helping make it a true success. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and love for local arts mean the world to us.

Stay tuned for our next Unleashed Heart production—where history will continue to meet the human heart.

11/25/2025

Tickets still available for Friday December 5th!

11/02/2025