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Ann Mortifee was born in Zululand, South Africa. She spent her first years on a sugar farm there and came to Canada as a young child. As a teenager in Vancouver, she began singing with the legendary Josh White after her first public appearance which was at a local coffeehouse. Shortly thereafter, Ann was invited…
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Pat Morgan began his radio career in the mid 1930’s as Buster Morgan on CKCD – The Voice of the Province. He moved to CJOR as Pat Morgan in late 1930’s and early 40’s. He was chosen to be the singing star of a program called “Harmony House” which was broadcast over CBC Radio from…
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Mavor Moore produced his first play at 10, began playwriting at 11 and made his acting debut on radio at 14.  He was educated at the University of Toronto and worked for CBC radio as a producer before serving in WWII in London in the psychological warfare section. After returning to Toronto, he assisted his mother with the…
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Clyde Mitchell is well known to Vancouver audiences as the Resident Conductor of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Originally trained as an orchestral french hornist, Clyde later studied conducting in California and has since garnered considerable recognition for his talents. Clyde regularly appears as an adjudicator and conductor for youth, community and honour orchestras and bands…
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Since 1972, Bill has been the Artistic Managing Director of Vancouver’s Arts Club Theatre Company. During his time with the company, Bill has expanded its operations to include year-round programming at three venues-the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Granville Island Stage, and Revue Stage-as well as on tour throughout the province, making the Arts Club the…
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