Prelude

A Journey of Growth, Song, and Self-Discovery

Ron Boucher

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Meripoint Books
25 October 2025

Acting techniques; Biography: arts & entertainment; Family & relationships

From the opera stages of New York to the crossroads of personal transformation, Prelude is the inspiring true story of a man who turned talent into purpose and performance into self-discovery. In this heartfelt and often humorous memoir, Ron Boucher traces his journey from a curious child who was frequently misunderstood to a classically trained singer and dancer, performing with the Metropolitan and New York City Operas and the Emmy-winning Prince Street Players.

Through candid reflections on the challenges, detours, and breakthroughs that shaped his life, Ron reveals how the performing arts helped him grow-not just as an artist, but as a human being. As Prelude draws to a close, Ron stands on the threshold of a new chapter: a move to Virginia that will deepen his commitment to mentoring and education.

Sincere and soul-stirring, Prelude is for anyone navigating their own creative journey, and a tribute to the power of the arts to open doors, transform lives, and help us find our voice.

By: Ron Boucher
Imprint: Meripoint Books
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 703g
ISBN: 9781960808158
ISBN 10: 196080815X
Pages: 392
Publication Date: 25 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ron Boucher has spent a lifetime bringing stories to life-on stage, in the studio, and now, on the page. A classically trained singer and dancer, Ron began performing at age 15 and went on to appear with the New York City Opera, the Metropolitan Opera, and with the Emmy Award winning, Prince Street Players.But his greatest role has been behind the scenes-teaching, directing, and nurturing young talent. As founder of the Community Alliance for the Performing Arts (CAPA) Fund and co-creator of the Eastern Virginia School of the Performing Arts, Ron has dedicated over two decades to helping children and teens find their voices-literally and artistically.From the footlights of opera houses to the joy of watching students shine in their first stage roles, Ron's journey is a celebration of passion, perseverance, and the transformative power of the arts.