2026 Syllabus - Musical Theatre

Entry deadline is January 31st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

1. A piece of music, whether prescribed or own choice, cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class.
2. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
3. Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted. Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into Section 51 and songs from animated or musical films must be entered into Section 81. Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first.For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965. Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only. In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre. For questions about song choice reach out to us at office@kiwanismusictoronto.org.
4. Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
5. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
6. Piano accompaniment only.
7. Costumes are permitted.
8. One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required.
9. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition which will be held in Kitchener-Waterloo, June 8-13, 2026 , upon adjudicator recommendation. Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for Beginner to Senior and 3 pieces are required for Advanced at the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial's registration deadline will be April 2026

Refer to Rules , read all syllabus rules with care.

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.
One original score of the music or purchased digital music with attached receipt for each selection must be presented at the venue.

To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.

Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted.
Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) ARE NOT permitted here they should be in classical voice.
Songs from animated or musical films must be entered into SONGS FROM THE SCREEN.

Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first. For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965.
Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre.
When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only.
In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre.

For questions about song choice reach out to us at office.
Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
Piano accompaniment only.
Costumes are permitted.
One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required
Selections should be age appropriate.
PKMF reserves the right to reject any selections that are deemed inappropriate, either in style or content.

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

1. A piece of music, whether prescribed or own choice, cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class.
2. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
3. Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted. Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into Section 51 and songs from animated or musical films must be entered into Section 81. Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first.For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965. Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only. In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre. For questions about song choice reach out to us at office@kiwanismusictoronto.org.
4. Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
5. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
6. Piano accompaniment only.
7. Costumes are permitted.
8. One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required.
9. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition which will be held in Kitchener-Waterloo, June 8-13, 2026 , upon adjudicator recommendation. Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for Beginner to Senior and 3 pieces are required for Advanced at the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial's registration deadline will be April 2026

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

Tin-Pan Alley   (1920-1949)

1. A piece of music, whether prescribed or own choice, cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class.
2. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
3. Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted. Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into Section 51 and songs from animated or musical films must be entered into Section 81. Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first.For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965. Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only. In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre. For questions about song choice reach out to us at office@kiwanismusictoronto.org.
4. Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
5. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
6. Piano accompaniment only.
7. Costumes are permitted.
8. One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required.
9. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition which will be held in Kitchener-Waterloo, June 8-13, 2026 , upon adjudicator recommendation. Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for Beginner to Senior and 3 pieces are required for Advanced at the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial's registration deadline will be April 2026

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

Refer to Rules , read all syllabus rules with care.

Golden Age (1943-1974)
Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted.
Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into CLASSICAL VOICE and songs from animated or musical films must be entered into Songs from the Screen

To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first. For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965. Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only.
In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre.

For questions about song choice reach out to us at office
Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
Piano accompaniment only.
Costumes are permitted.
One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

Refer to Rules , read all syllabus rules with care.
Contemporary (1974-Present)

To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.

Own choice of 1 song from a music theatre originally from a staged production only. Selections from revues or workshops are not permitted. Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into CLASSICAL VOICE and songs from animated or musical films must be entered into SONGS FROM SCREEN.

Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first. For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965.
Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only. In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre.
For questions about song choice reach out to kiwanismusic@trytel.net
Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
Piano accompaniment only.
Costumes are permitted.
One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

Refer to Rules , read all syllabus rules with care.

MUSICAL THEATRE Duets and Trios
Definition: Duets and Trios are available in the following categories, Musical Theatre.

To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.

Own choice of 1 duet or trio  song from a music theatre staged production only.
Operetta (i.e. Gilbert & Sullivan and Herbert) must be entered into CLASSICAL VOICE and songs from animated or musical films tv shows or movies must be entered into SONGS FROM SCREEN.
Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first.
For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965.
Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only. In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre.
For questions about song choice reach out to kiwanismusic@trytel.net
Selections may be performed in a key suitable for the voice.
Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
Piano accompaniment only.
Costumes are permitted.
One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

Refer to Rules, read all syllabus rules with care. Entering these classes does not mean that the candidate is automatically moving forward to Provincial Competition.

visit www.omfa.ca for up to date information.

To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.

One original score of the music or purchased digital music with attached receipt for each selection must be shown on camera prior to the beginning of the performance.
Performance Requirements for Beginner and Primary Musical Theatre Levels:
a) Competitors must perform TWO (2) selection from the following:
• Fully staged musical theatre productions
• Selections from animated films and movie musicals are permitted at the Beginner and Primary Levels
• Selections from STAGED Disney Productions. Please note: Competitors must use the versions of songs as shown in the production book/score and not arrangements or Junior show versions.
• Musical Theatre selections from the RCM Popular Selection List and the CC Idioms lists are permitted from RCM List C for Levels 1-6 and RCM List D for Levels 7-10.
b) NOT permitted:
• Musicals that have only been workshopped, songs from revues, cabarets or songs that are written as stand-alone songs in musical theatre style
• Songs listed in the RCM or CC classical syllabi (List A and B from Levels 1-6; Lists A, B, C from levels 7-10).
• Operetta/light opera selections (Gilbert & Sullivan, Romberg, Lehar, Johann Strauss)
• Selections that are primarily spoken patter,( eg. Ya Got Trouble 'The Music Man', Aaron Burr, Sir 'Hamilton')
• Selections from Junior show versions of musicals that have been cut or simplified
• Vocal cuts except for repeated choruses
c) Competitors will be judged on their choice of selections, interpretation, contrasting tempi, style, vocal quality and age appropriateness.
d) It is recommended that both selections be from different musicals and different composers.
e) It is recommended that one selection be a ballad and one selection be up-tempo.
f) Performances must be from memory.
g) The absolute maximum performance times are as follows: 10 Minutes for Beginner and Primary, Elementary, Junior. 15 minutes for Intermediate, Senior Advanced and Adult.
h) It is the competitor's responsibility to abide by any and all government guidelines regarding physical distancing as of the date you submit your video.
i) Accepted accompaniment can include: Live piano or piano back-tracks, etc. Accompaniment should not include background vocals if using tracks.
j) Stage movement is allowed, but no dance breaks.
k) Two (2) simple handheld props (e.g. comb, basket, or book); one (1) standard rehearsal theatre box, one table and one chair are allowed. No other props will be permitted.
l) Costumes are allowed, but will not be judged.
m) Spoken passages are only allowed if published in the score being used and cannot represent more than 10% of the selection.
n) Selections should be age appropriate. PKMF reserves the right to reject any selections that are deemed inappropriate, either in style or content.

Refer to Rules , read all syllabus rules with care. 

Entry deadline is January 31^st, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.
MT Ensembles

Own choice of 1 song from a recognized musical theatre production.
Care must be taken to ensure that songs chosen did not appear in movie versions first. For example - The Sound of Music - you will find it was first performed in 1959 on Broadway. The Sound of Music, "Movie" - was first produced in 1965.
Therefore, any song from The Sound of Music that was in the Broadway show must go in Musical Theatre. When comparing the two songs lists, however, you will see that "I Have Confidence" and "Something Good" were NOT used in the original Broadway production so they would be eligible for Songs from the Screen and More only.
In the 2006 Broadway revival version of The Sound of Music, new songs that have been added to the show such as " How Can Love Survive " and "No Way to Stop it", eg. should be entered in Musical Theatre.
For questions about song choice reach out to kiwanismusic@trytel.net
The ensemble must consist of a minimum of four contestants to a maximum of ten contestants.
The average of the ages of all participants must be equal or be less than the category entered.
Selections chosen by the ensemble can only be entered into one age group level.
A maximum of one minute of dialogue is allowed.
Piano accompaniment only. Conductors not permitted
One stage prop and one hand prop are permitted as long as no set-up is required.
Time Limit: 15 minutes
To be eligible for a scholarship, and recommendation by Adjudicator to OMFA competition, competitors must enter a minimum of TWO Musical Theatre classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.