St. John's, NL
Evan Watts Smith
Vocal Coach · Performer · Pianist · Songwriter
About
A Performer Who Lives for the Stage
My passion for the arts ignited in childhood, where I would stand on a stool, reciting poetry or belting out my favorite songs. At eight I started playing the piano and was so passionate that when my sister was ill, I would delight in knowing I could have an extra long lesson. My journey took a significant turn when I joined the Stephenville Theatre Festival, where I embraced every opportunity as an actor, singer, pianist, and music director.
In 2010, I moved to St. John's to pursue a music degree, and since then, this vibrant city has become my home. I've explored various roles, from classical vocal coaching to serving as an organist and church choir director, and even as a piano teacher. After over 15 years in the industry, I have discovered my true passions: musical theatre, performing, and songwriting. I invite you to join me on this exciting journey as I share my love for music and the transformative power of storytelling through performance.
Education
Bachelor of Music (Honours)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Experience
15+ Years
Professional Performing Arts
Disciplines
A Full Range of the Performing Arts
Music Direction
From intimate black-box productions to large-scale professional theatre, Evan brings musical vision and precision to every production he directs.
Performance
A versatile performer equally at home as a vocalist, pianist, actor, or keyboardist — on stages from Newfoundland to the national stage.
Teaching
Vocal and piano coaching for all levels, from beginner to professional musical theatre preparation. University-level coaching and private studio experience since 2014.
Adjudication
Experienced adjudicator at regional and provincial music festivals across Newfoundland, with expertise in musical theatre, voice, and piano.
Experience
Selected Credits
Fifteen years of professional credits across musical theatre, concert performance, education, and adjudication.
Music Direction
- Canada Games 2025 — Closing Ceremonies
- Come From Away — You Are Here Inc.
- We Will Rock You — TADA
- La Cage Aux Folles — TADA
- Kinky Boots — TADA
- Cabaret — TADA
- Once, Grease, Mamma Mia — Theatre St. John's
- Little Shop of Horrors — Stephenville Theatre Festival
- Songs for a New World — Stephenville Theatre Festival
Performance
- Jersey Boys (Nick Massi) — TADA
- Pianomen: Music of Elton John & Billy Joel — Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra
- Pianomen: Music of Elton John & Billy Joel — Sherbrooke Symphony Orchestra
- Jazz East Big Band — Sinatra at the Sands; Too Darn Hot
- ELF (Buddy the Elf) — Peter MacDonald Productions
- Rocky Horror (Brad) — TADA
- Spamalot (Sir Robin) — Atlantic Light Theatre
- William Prince, keyboards — Newfoundland Folk Festival
- British Invasion, America Strikes Back, Legends of Las Vegas — Theatre St. John's
Teaching & Adjudication
- Vocal Coach — Memorial University School of Music (2014–2023)
- Co-Owner & Instructor — Unison Music Studio (2014–2023)
- Vocal Instructor — Sheridan College Musical Theatre Prep (2020–2021)
- Musical Theatre Instructor — PMP Newfoundland to Broadway (2014–2016)
- Co-Director & Vocal Coach — Vocal Musical Theatre Intensive
- Adjudicator — Corner Brook Rotary Music Festival (Musical Theatre, 2023)
- Adjudicator — Grand Falls-Windsor Kiwanis Music Festival (Piano, 2022)
- Adjudicator — Clarenville Rotary Music Festival (Piano, 2019)
- Clinician — Pianofest (2016, 2017, 2018)
- Choral Director & Organist — Cochrane Street United Church (2016–2023)
Music
Debut Album Out Now
Available on CD and Vinyl exclusively at Fred's Records in St. John's, Newfoundland. Stream everywhere you listen — Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, and more.
Also available at Apple Music · YouTube Music
Coming Up
On Stage
Homeward Bound
Jazz East — Saltwater Songbook
Winter Pops — Arts and Culture Centre
Connect
Get in Touch
For bookings, lessons, or general inquiries — reach out directly.
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