NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – May 21, 2025
THUNDEROR Debut Self-Titled Rock Opera Musical At TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL (July 3-12)
Debut Album “Fire It Up” Out Now! via Boonsdale Records
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From 2x JUNO-nominated musician/writer JJ Tartaglia comes ‘THUNDEROR’, an epic rock opera musical (in the vein of Bat Out Of Hell, Rock Of Ages) but with a fresh soundtrack of original anthems. Featuring the actual live band and a star-studded cast, THUNDEROR tells a tale of adventure and romance in the face of mortality, hearkening back to the glory days of arena rock, wild and restless, as a young group of would-be rockers head out on an impromptu adventure in a time of danger and hope.
Presented as part of the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival, the 75-minute show will see a run of 5 dates at VideoCabaret’s Deanne Taylor Theatre in Toronto, performed in the unconventional format of ‘In The Round’ for an intimate and exclusive experience.
“I guess I’m giving my heavy metal dreams a makeover,” says JJ Tartaglia. “It’s been a crazy undertaking, but I’m absolutely stoked about the show we’ve created. I’m truly blessed to have such an amazing cast and team. Expect an unconventional take on musical theatre! In my mind, it combines the best of both worlds, and I hope that it’ll be enjoyed by all.”
The musical score will debut unreleased material from Thunderor’s upcoming concept album ‘Bleed For It’ to be released this fall. Besides the live band of JJ Tartaglia (vocals/drums), Jonny Nesta (guitar) and Anthony Pannozzo (keys), the production is directed by Liam Eric Dawson (director shadow Come From Away), assistant directed by metal concert photographer Rae Chatten, choreographed by Kristen Pepper (Kinky Boots, Cabaret), and features a veteran cast comprising of Georgia Grant (A Streetcar Named Desire), Jamie Elliott (Shrek The Musical), Tristan Hernandez (Rock Of Ages, Peter Pan), and Stephen Flett (Miracle On 34th Street, Hamlet).
Boonsdale Records presents: THUNDEROR
5 shows as part of the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival
Thu 3rd July – 9:45 pm
Sat 5th July – 7:45 pm
Mon 7th July – 4:00 pm
Fri 11th July – 4:00 pm
Sat 12th July – 5:45 pm
Writer, Musical Director: JJ Tartaglia
Director: Liam Eric Dawson
Assistant Director: Rae Chatten
Choreographer: Kristen Pepper
Starring
JJ Tartaglia (as Bowen)
Georgia Grant (as Kenzie)
Jamie Elliott (as Sheenah)
Tristan Hernandez (as Silverman)
Stephen Flett (as Brother Nuckett)
Band
JJ Tartaglia (Drums/Vocals)
Jonny Nesta (Guitar)
Anthony Pannozzo (Keys)
Venue
VideoCabaret – Deanne Taylor Theatre
10 Busy St, Toronto, ON
More information and tickets are available as of June 4, 2025, at https://www.fringetoronto.com
Appreciated by fans of Judas Priest, Van Halen, and Saxon, Thunderor‘s releases are available via Boonsdale Records.
CD – https://thunderor.bigcartel.com
Music Video – Get ‘Em Counted starring pro wrestling champ Clash Kincade – https://youtu.be/WYe5hnY4xz0
Music Video – How We Roll – https://youtu.be/_U-ElWkLNg0
Music Video – Fire It Up – https://youtu.be/6t_KqTq7OOE
For more info:
Facebook.com/ThunderorOfficial
Instagram.com/thunderor_official
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“The bottom line for THUNDEROR is that a listen is urgently required. Those who like the singing will have a lot of fun with the CD” – Vampster
“If you’re looking for a solid rock record that’s equal parts pop and metal, Fire It Up could be your jam. The songs are well crafted, catchy and fun road companions. Take it on your next drive or spin it at Saturday’s kegger. Thunderor takes not being serious very seriously. They recaptured the spirit of 80s rock staples like Ozzy to Journey but also managed to put their own stamp on it. Not many throwback NWOTHM acts succeed in putting this much character in their sound.” – Angry Metal Guy
“The moment I first heard “How We Roll,” I knew I was in trouble…and instantly hooked. Other numbers like “All or Nothing,” “On the Run,” “We Can Make It,” and the epic title track, infuse multiple sub-genres like thrash, power, and synth metal, and are the type of adventurous anthems that make life still feel like it’s worth living even on its darkest of days.” – Rewind It Magazine
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