Heseltine, Elisabeth
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Elisabeth Heseltine was a member of the original cast of the 1957 satirical musical My Fur Lady, a production created and performed by McGill University students. In the musical, she portrayed a member of the Culturality Squad, alongside David Langstroth and Donald Harvie. The Culturality Squad was tasked with guiding Princess Aurora Borealis, the protagonist, in understanding Canadian culture.
My Fur Lady was notable for its unique blend of jazz, 1950s rock and roll, and political satire, telling the story of a northern princess seeking a husband to maintain her nation’s independence from Canada. The production was a significant success, touring across Canada with over 400 performances and leading to an original cast recording.
Beyond her involvement in My Fur Lady, specific details about Elisabeth Heseltine's career and contributions to Canadian musical theatre are limited based on the available information.
-Robert Williston