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When particularly thrilled with life, I’m wont to break into song at the drop of a hat. And for some reason (I’m blaming my 10th grade drama teacher for this), that song can often be the title track from “Hello Dolly!”, one of those all-time musical greats.

Musical tunes are great for inspiring happiness, evoking a tear or two and are, more often than not, familiar to even those with a strong distaste for musical theatre.

If you’re in the mood for a bit of showtune sunshine this weekend, you’re in luck, because Saturday night is Ottawa’s own Showtunes Showdown. It’s Canadian Idol meets Name that Tune meets Family Feud, featuring local choirs throwing down their best songs for a chance at the title of Showdown champion.

Featuring special guest judges, the evening will feature some of your favourite songs, musical trivia (that’s triva about musicals, not trivia performed musically) and more. It’s $22 in advance, $25 at the door, and will take place down at the Ottawa Little Theatre (400 King Edward Ave). The showdown will get underway at 8pm on Saturday, March 13th.