Summer Festival

CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF GORDON LIGHTFOOT AS HIS ORIGINAL TOURING BAND DELIVERS HEARTFELT PERFORMANCES OF ICONIC SONGS AND TIMELESS STORIES.

The Lightfoot Band delivers a must-see show for fans of the iconic Canadian folksinger, featuring his beloved hits as well as some deep cuts to deliver the ultimate Gordon Lightfoot experience.

The original lineup – Rick Haynes on bass, Barry Keane on drums, Mike Heffernan on keyboards, and Carter Lancaster on lead guitar – are joined by their newest member, lead singer and rhythm guitarist Andy Mauck. The band is known for its decades of collaboration with Gordon Lightfoot and the performance will showcase hits from his incredible catalogue. Fans can expect to hear renditions of classics including “Sundown,” “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Beautiful,” and “Carefree Highway.”

The band, recognized for crafting the signature “Lightfoot sound,” brings these classic melodies to life as an homage to the iconic songwriter. “We felt that it was our duty to continue to perform Gordon’s great songs, the way he wanted them performed,” says Barry Keane, the band’s drummer for 47 years.

Gordon Lightfoot’s rich baritone and melodic songwriting made him one of the most popular and celebrated artists of the 1970s. He has won several awards and distinctions including 16 JUNO Awards, an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Canada’s Walk of Fame, the SOCAN Lifetime Achievement Award, the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award, and the companion of the Order of Canada, the country’s highest civilian honour. His songs have stayed in the hearts of millions, and his music is recognized as part of the soundtrack that defined an era.
The Canadian icon passed away at 84 years old on May 1, 2023. His melodies have stayed in the hearts of millions and the upcoming performance in Huntsville is part of the band’s dedication to preserving Lightfoot’s musical legacy. The event promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of Gordon Lightfoot and music lovers alike.

 

30’S-STYLE JAZZ WITH SOULFUL VOCALS AND SWINGING RHYTHMS

Canada’s Sweetheart of Swing Alex Pangman brings the golden age of jazz to life with her vibrant vocals and deep knowledge of classic swing. A Juno-nominated artist, broadcaster, and avid record collector, Pangman breathes fresh energy into timeless jazz standards. As host of Swing Set on JAZZ.FM91, she shares the stories and sounds of swing’s golden era. With her band, the Alley Cats, she has captivated audiences at jazz clubs, festivals, and concert halls across Canada, including three showcases at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, solidifying her place as a beloved voice in Canada’s jazz scene.

Alex will be performing in the rustic charm of Hillside Farm backed by her Sweet Hots made up of Drew Jurecka on violin and Nathan Hiltz guitar.

Although Alex Pangman grew up a couple of generations late to have sung with Teddy Wilson, the vibrant vocalist is proud to be known as Canada’s Sweetheart of Swing. With pipes aplenty, Juno nominee Pangman possesses the requisite taste, talent and the historical knowledge of an avid record collector to breathe new life into the sturdy standards of the classic jazz era. She’s also a broadcaster on JAZZ.FM91 on her program Swing Set, where she shares the records and stories of the swinging music that began to take shape in the 1920s, hit its stride in the ’30s and ’40s, and continues to be played by artists today.

A superb song stylist with growing compositional chops, the gifted Toronto scenemaker and singer has built a loyal fanbase amongst jazz listeners and dancers alike through her critically acclaimed work with her stacked Alleycats in the studio, nightclubs and concert halls across Canada including three stellar showcases at the Montreal International Jazz Festival. (Her Alleycats band includes Peter Hill on piano, Glenn Anderson on drums, Chris Banks on bass, and John Macleod & Brigham Phillips on cornet/trumpet, Ross Wooldridge on clarinet & sax, and/or Drew Jurecka on violin and reeds, with Jesse Barksdale on guitar.)

TOBIN SPRING LEADS AN ALL STAR BAND FOR 2 NIGHTS OF CLASSIC SONGS IN THE RUSTIC CHARM OF HILLSIDE FARM

Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out as local Tobin Spring leads a gang of top-tier musicians in a rocking tribute to The Rolling Stones. The first set explores the Stones’ repertoire influenced by Country music with acoustic renditions from classic albums including Let It Bleed, Sticky Fingers and more. The second set opens up into a full blown electric voyage through the Stones most well known hits including Jumping Jack Flash, Honky Tonk Woman, Midnight Rambler and more. After Tobin and the band’s huge success with their tribute to Neil Young, this show is sure to sell out fast. Get your tickets now!

TAKE A PSYCHEDELIC TRIP THROUGH THE MUSIC OF THE DEAD AT CANVAS BREWERY

Grateful Jeff, hailing from Huntsville, is a vibrant band celebrated for their psychedelic renditions of the legendary Grateful Dead’s music. Founded by Jeff Hawkins (Lead Guitar/Vocals) and Eric Johnson (Drums/Vocals), the band commenced their musical journey in 2017, and have been jamming their melodic tapestry ever since. Alongside Jeff and Eric, the ensemble features the talents of Mike Graham (Keys), Rob Williams (Rhythm Guitar), and Andrea Johnson (Percussion), collectively crafting a psychedelic sonic experience that is truly unparalleled.

Joining the band will be Jason Steidman, also known as lightsweetcrude. An artist who creates liquid light shows using live spontaneously created projection art. This collaboration gives a vibrant multimedia experience teleporting the audience back to the psychedelic 60’s.

 

THE SOLD OUT HIT RETURNS. LOCAL ARTIST CHRISTINA HUTT PAYS HOMAGE TO ONE OF MUSIC’S MOST UNIQUE VOICES

Experience the timeless allure of Patsy Cline as local artist Christina Hutt pays homage to one of music’s most unique voices. Journey back to the golden era of country music as Hutt channels the spirit of Cline, delivering soul-stirring renditions of classics like “Crazy” and “Walkin’ After Midnight.” With each note echoing through the Algonquin Theatre, immerse yourself in the emotive storytelling and captivating melodies that defined Cline’s legacy.

Don’t miss this intimate tribute to a music icon by one of the most distinctive voices in Huntsville’s music scene.

A CANDLE LIGHT CONCERT FEATURING A THRILLING CLASSICAL REPERTOIRE

Step into a magical Candle Light concert where performers are surrounded by over 1,000 glowing candles. Pianist Kyung-A Lee leads an evening of radiant music with guest ensembles including a piano trio, vocal duet, and the powerful Orillia Silver Band under Neil Barlow. From the elegance of Bach and Beethoven to the fiery flair of Carmen and the joy of Shostakovich, each piece shines with emotional depth. The night ends with a thrilling performance of Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2.

An unforgettable evening of music, light, and connection—don’t miss it!

SIP, LAUGH, REPEAT! 

Yuk Yuk’s On Tour taps into comedy at Canvas Brewery, serving up Muskoka vibes, hoppy humor, and a frothy night of laughter in cottage country. A rotating roster of talented headliners and comedy festival favorites will craft punchlines with precision and brew up barrels of laughter. The perfect pairing of Muskoka vibes and stand-up hilarity will give you a night of belly laughs, good brews, and the unmistakable spirit of Yuk Yuk’s On Tour at Canvas Brewery!

This is a 19+ Show

Headliner MIKE WILMOT
Mike Wilmot is a Canadian stand-up comedian. In 2005, he won two Canadian Comedy Awards for Best Male Stand-up and Best Actor for his work in It’s All Gone Pete Tong. Wilmot has also appeared on Corner Gas, The Jon Dore Television Show, The Foundation, and British TV shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks. He has appeared alongside American comedian Rich Hall in the BBC television series Rich Hall’s Fishing Show and Rich Hall’s Cattle Drive. He hosted the Paramount comedy series Comedy Blue and guest-starred on the Australian TV show Good News Week (Network 10). Furthermore, he visits Australia annually to perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

MC Chuck Byrn
Working professionally as a comedian since 1994 and as a national touring headliner since 1996, Chuck Byrn has the experience and knowledge to ensure your show or event succeeds. Having performed in almost every conceivable circumstance, Chuck adjusts his performance to suit the situation. Be it a formal awards dinner, a casual staff party or a large boisterous group of clients from out of town… Chuck will put on a show suitable to the situation. His hard work has culminated in him receiving a Best Male Stand-Up nomination at the 2010 Canadian Comedy Awards.

 

Featuring Anjelica Scannura
Anjelica Scannura is a Toronto-based comic and producer. She did a TV taping at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival ‘22 and has been featured on SiriusXM and CBC’s Laugh Out Loud multiple times. She’s opened for Colin Mochrie, Krystyna Hutchinson, Shane Gillis, Stavros Halkias and Joe List. She’s appeared at the Limestone Comedy Festival, 10000 Laughs, West End Comedy Festival, Edmonton Comedy Festival and Just For Laughs Toronto, where she recorded for JFL Originals and did streeter content for JFL Toronto. Anjelica had competitive success in the stand-up circuit last year (6th place Seattle Int’l Comedy Competition, Best Overall Comedian at the Cleveland Comedy Festival.) She currently produces the Haymaker Comedy Festival and is proud to be a touring comic with Yuk Yuk’s.

A FROTHY NIGHT OF STAND- UP COMEDY AT CANVAS BREWERY WITH A ROTATING LINE UP OF COMEDY FESTIVAL FAVOURITES

Sip, laugh, repeat! Yuk Yuk’s On Tour taps into comedy at Canvas Brewery, serving up Muskoka vibes, hoppy humor, and a frothy night of laughter in cottage country. A rotating roster of talented headliners and comedy festival favorites will craft punchlines with precision and brew up barrels of laughter. The perfect pairing of Muskoka vibes and stand-up hilarity will give you a night of belly laughs, good brews, and the unmistakable spirit of Yuk Yuk’s On Tour at Canvas Brewery!

This is a 19+ Show

HEADLINER JEAN PAUL
Co-host of Breakfast Television, the Trinidadian-born, Brooklyn-raised and currently a resident of Toronto, comedian Jean Paul has always had an innate sense of humour. Maybe it’s because of his curious nature; perhaps it’s because of his light-hearted view of life. Whatever the reason, Jean knew at an early age that a comedy career was right for him. Since then, Jean has travelled extensively across Canada, the U.S., the Caribbean, South Africa and the U.K., performing at legendary venues such as the Apollo in New York, the Comedy Store in London, and Place des Arts in Montreal. No stranger to the festival circuit, Jean has performed at Just For Laughs, Halifax and Winnipeg comedy Festivals and, among other credits has written for and toured with Russell Peters.
Jean has also been nominated for several prestigious awards, including the Tim Sims Award for up-and-coming comedians, and a Gemini Award for Best Writing in a Comedy Series.
He has also proven his talent in TV and film. He has conquered television as a correspondent on Phat TV, portrayed a wide assortment of characters in the CBC special Thick and Thin, and appeared multiple times as a guest on the CBC’s Strombo Show and CTV’s A Russell Peters Christmas Special. He also played the popular Fluff E the Hip-Hop Bunny, on the Comedy Network’s Buzz Show, and is featured in Home Again and A Universal Language.

MC: DOM PARÉ
Described as “one of the best stand-ups around” by NOW Magazine, Dom Paré blends magnetic onstage charisma, hilarious observation, and clever writing to deliver memorable side-splitting comedy.
Originally from Ottawa, Dom has toured across Canada and the USA. With his quick wit and unconventional charm, he delights audiences and collects fans wherever he performs.
Dom’s memorable approach resulted in being hand-picked for a Kevin Hart LOL taping at the Just For Laughs Festival. He has also reached the finals of SiriusXM Canada’s Top Comic competition, the Semi-Finals of the Laughing Skull Festival (Atlanta), and the San Francisco International Comedy Competition. Lastly, Dom was runner-up for Toronto’s Best Male Stand-Up and holds the record for most shows performed in one week.
Dom has written for The Debaters, is featured regularly on SiriusXM Radio, and has worked with comedians such as Howie Mandel, Andrew Schulz, Tim Meadows, Anthony Jeselnik, Hannibal Buress, Eddie Griffin, Todd Glass, Tig Notaro, Caroline Rhea and Mike Bullard.

FEATURING CATHY BOYD
Cathy Boyd is a brutally honest stand-up comedian based in Toronto. Known for her dry demeanour, her punchline-heavy act impresses audiences everywhere. Her most notable recent appearance was on Season One of Canada’s Got Talent, where judge Howie Mandel remarked, “You’re very funny. You’ve found your calling.”
In 2020, Cathy released her debut album, Wise Tracks, which is available on SiriusXM’s She’s So Funny and SiriusXM Comedy Club and on most streaming platforms. She can also be heard on CBC Laugh Out Loud Radio. Cathy regularly performs at Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Clubs.

Other notable credits include the Jersey City Comedy Festival, where she was chosen as both an audience pick and an industry pick; the SLO Comedy Festival; Montana’s Big Sky Comedy Festival; the Seattle International Comedy Competition; the Women in Comedy Festival in Boston; finalist in New York’s She Devil Comedy Festival; The Boston Comedy Festival; Maine Comedy Festival; and Rogue Island Comedy Festival. In 2019, she was crowned Comedian of the North.

EXPERIENCE MICHAEL KAESHAMMER’S DAZZLING PIANO MASTERY AND INFECTIOUS POSITIVITY

Michael Kaeshammer isn’t so much a piano player as a piano whisperer, a master musician and songwriter able to coax dazzling, kaleidoscopic sounds from his instrument in a way few can rival. That gift powers Turn It Up, Kaeshammer’s superb 15th album, broadly described as “eclectic yet accessible jazz-based pop” though, as with all Kaeshammer’s music, far more expansive than one simple description can possibly illustrate. Across a brilliant, globe-trotting career highlighted by nine tours of China, three appearances at the Olympics, and countless shows opposite international superstars, the German-born, B.C.-based Kaeshammer has electrified audiences with his indelible repertoire and consistently positive outlook on life which infuses his lyrics. “I am a very positive person,” confirms the seven time JUNO Award nominee and unabashed foodie, who hosts cooking show Kaeshammer’s Kitchen on Vancouver Island’s CHEK TV. “I really love playing shows and being on-stage. If Turn It Up helps me to do more of that, then I’m all in. Music is my favourite thing to do.”

A ONE-OF-A-KIND MUSICAL EXPERIENCE CELEBRATING CANADA’S CULTURAL DIVERSITY

KUNÉ is an eleven-piece collective made up of ten immigrant musicians from all over the world and one metis-Canadian. Our artistic practice captures and recreates the experience of living in Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse cities. We play instruments and styles that don’t encounter each other very often. KUNÉ is a space in which to remember where we came from and learn from each other’s differences. Together, KUNE members compose, arrange and perform music that honors our cultural roots and creates connections with others through curiosity, experimentation and dialogue. 

In 2021 KUNE became an independent collective and recorded a new album that will be released in 2022 by Lula Records. In this new stage we are striving to honor our multifaceted musical identities and the complexity of our stories as immigrant musicians. After five years of working together and getting to know one another, KUNE’s sound and essence has only become stronger and grounded. Over time, the ensemble has built strong relationships that are bridges between the many rich and diverse musical cultures that could only have come together in a place like Toronto.

 

 

JUNO-WINNING FAMILY BAND, DELIVERS HIGH-ENERGY CELTIC-FOLK ROCKS PERFORMANCES

LEAHY is a Canadian powerhouse of dynamic musicians and songwriters from one family, known for thrilling audiences with their musicianship, passionate vocals, and step-dancing. Accomplished multi-instrumentalists, their high-energy live performance reveals the special chemistry between the band members through their instruments, melodies and layered harmonies. Crossing genres, LEAHY combines vocals, piano, fiddle, button accordion, drums, bass, acoustic and electric guitars with contemporary influences that pushes their sound to the edge of folk-rock, always infused by the family’s traditional music roots.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

If you think you know what the music of Canadian band Leahy sounds like, it’s time to think again.

Their latest album Good Water brings the five women members of the group – Leahy sisters Julie, Erin, Maria, Siobheann, and Denise – freshly to the fore, in singing and especially songwriting, along with brother Frank on drums, and introduces the newest addition to the band, Xavier, son of Frank, on accordion. 

As the songs on Good Water took shape, a new edge to the band’s sound began to emerge with the addition of electric guitars which spurred them on to explore the outer edges of their traditional/Celtic/folk/roots musical origins, pushing well beyond that footing.  This trajectory led the band to work under the sharp, exacting hand of Grammy-winning Canadian producer David Bottrill (Peter Gabriel, Rush, Smashing Pumpkins, Afro Celt Sound System), who brought an additional new intensity to the sonic palette. The result is a wide-ranging collection of songs that newly ignite the many musical influences that motivate the band members – from rock to choral, country to classical, and beyond.

As an example, the first single and title track, “Good Water,” is an entirely contemporary song of hope; a timely message to a generation of “people called to be together” in a world stricken by anxiety, turmoil, and uncertainty. Although it expresses a universal sentiment, it’s as  relevant a song as you’ll hear in 2020. With “Good Water,” Leahy have caught the eternal in the commonplace, and captured a feeling we can all recognize now, across the globe.

“Little Moon” offers another excellent example of Leahy’s progressive sensibilities as they bring their roots-based instrumental prowess into modern-day focus. Co-written by siblings Erin and Angus Leahy “Little Moon” was originally arranged for piano and violin.  With the addition of electric guitar (played on the album by Canadian rock guitarist, Nick Johnston), the ensuing and passionate duet between violin and electric guitar highlights the exquisite features that make both of these the “first instruments” in their respective orbits – Celtic roots on one hand, and rock ‘n’ roll on the other.

Besides the two gorgeous versions of the title track, the second track on the album, “Tears,” is an epic, melodic pop song that wouldn’t sound out of place on a Celine Dion album – but with rockin’ electric guitar – that invites the release of the kind of emotions that can “mend what’s broken, melt what’s frozen.”

Over the course of their notable career, Leahy has deservedly secured a place as one of Canada’s most highly regarded musical groups. Their emergence on the Canadian music scene in the late 1990s introduced audiences to the original Leahy sound from which the band’s extraordinarily brilliant fiddles, passionate vocals, and exquisite harmonies were launched to mainstream music listeners. Their reputation as excellent musicians, multi-instrumentalists, singers, and songwriters was (and continues to be) exponentially enhanced by Leahy’s stunning, high-energy live performances. It’s hard to imagine that anybody who’s seen Leahy play live would ever forget it.

And what a career it’s been. Their 1997 eponymous album, Leahy, seized the public’s attention, and extensive touring (much of it as the opening act for Shania Twain) boosted the band to double-platinum sales in Canada. The album also sold impressively in the U.S. (where it reached No. 4 on the Billboard World Music chart), the U.K., and Europe. Leahy earned three Canadian JUNO Awards, for Best Instrumental Group and Best New Group in 1997, and Best Country Group or Duo the following year. Lakefield (2001) was Leahy’s second release, followed up in 2004 by In All Things. To date, Leahy have sold more than 500,000 albums worldwide. They’ve been featured in three PBS television specials – Leahy Live in Concert, Gael Force (with the Chieftains), and Leahy Live from Gatineau, Quebec – and are the subject of a 1985 Academy Award-winning documentary, The Leahys: Music Most of All.

Leahy are incredibly diverse, an 11-strong (with six in the current “core” touring band), multi-generational ensemble that encompasses the young and experienced; men and women; and mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, sisters, and brothers. Their eclectic music combines elements of the aforementioned folk, traditional, Celtic, and roots music within contemporary arrangements – influenced by classical, pop and rock music – into a progressive sound of their own. For Leahy there are no boundaries as they continue to evolve – the band’s genuine love of such a diverse range of music fuels their uncompromising creativity. Refusing to be bound to the conventions of any one genre, defying easy definition, they’ve forged a truly unique reputation.

 

A RARE PERFORMANCE BY INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED ARTISTS CELEBRATING A LEGACY OF LOVE, MUSIC AND THE POWER OF ART TO CHANGE LIVES

IMPORTANT NOTE: In consideration of the health of the artists, masking will be mandatory during the performance

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Beverly and Elizabeth Glenn-Copeland are multi-disciplinary artists who have been actively collaborating since they met as friends in 1992. They married in 2009 and shortly afterwards, moved east to the Acadian Coast. There they opened a theatre school dedicated to community building: a core vision for both. For Glenn and Elizabeth, returning to the Algonquin Theatre is a full circle moment. Though they had been friends since ’92, they got together as a couple in the spring of 2007 and their first live performance as a couple took place at the Algonquin Theatre in Dec. of 2007 in the show ‘The Luminous Dark’ produced by Huntsville’s own Meg Jordan.

Glenn (as he likes to be called) is a beloved Canadian black, trans elder whose work for most of his life lived in the shadows. Only in the last decade has his work been given the attention it deserves. His discography includes the iconic album, Keyboard Fantasies – inspired by a profound relationship with nature, an obsession with science fiction and some of the earliest drum-machines and synthesizers, It wasn’t until 2016, when Keyboard Fantasies was discovered by a revered Japanese record-store owner, that the magnitude of Glenn’s musical gifts to us all was ‘discovered’. Glenn was given an honourary doctorate by the University of Toronto for not only his musical legacy, but for his ‘resolute advocacy on behalf of black, Indigenous and queer culture’. His 2023 release, The Ones Ahead is another high point in a career that has defied categorisation.

Elizabeth is a theater artist, writer, producer and arts educator whose work over the past forty-plus years evolved at the intersection of arts and activism. Her early years saw her touring with Second City, storytelling at the Canadian National Exhibition and dancing and singing as the ‘Witch’ in Hansel and Gretl with the Honolulu Symphony, to name a few. Her book, ‘Jazz: Nature’s Improvisation’ was shortlisted for the 2015 ReLit Award, and her book of narrative eco-poetry, “Daring to Hope at the Cliff’s Edge” evolved out of her year-long residency at the Joggins Fossil Institute: a UNESCO world heritage site on the might Bay of Fundy. Elizabeth co-produced and performed in Glenn’s recent tour.

Glenn and Elizabeth’s love for working with children and youth have been a constant throughout their lives. As an artist facilitator with Learning through the Arts, ArtsSmarts and artsnb, Elizabeth developed and facilitated programs to support children and youth with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and more recently, those suffering from climate anxiety. Glenn appeared as regular guest ‘Beverly’ on the beloved Canadian children’s TV show Mr. Dress-up for nearly 30 years, wrote for Sesame Street and Shining Times Station, and toured his original shows around Ontario. Together with Elizabeth, they have completed more than a dozen artist residencies in schools and community settings in New Brunswick and Ontario.

This power couple first met in 1992 through shared artistic community, and the flame of their collaborations began to shine shortly after, continuing to this day. For the last five years, Elizabeth has been her husband’s primary caretaker. After being displaced during the pandemic, which saw them move six times across three provinces in five years, Elizabeth and Glenn now live in Hamilton, Ontario where they are busy working on a book, a short film, a play and more. Keep an eye out for Glenn’s new music later in 2025.

Both Glenn and Elizabeth believe in the power of art to change lives. Their work speaks of that belief.

 

AN EPIC SING-A-LONG WHERE YOU ARE PART OF THE CHOIR

“Why see a show when you can BE the show!?”

Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited!

So grab a friend (or ten), and come out ready to GIVE IT ALL YOU’VE GOT! – all voices welcome, no experience necessary. They Teach, You Sing! Everyone Wins!

This time, Choir!Choir!Choir! Presents: We Will CHOIR! You!: An EPIC QUEEN Sing-Along

When it comes to EPIC anthems, it doesn’t get BIGGER than Queen! And nothing feels better than belting out their biggest hits with a room full of Queen fans! So unleash your inner Freddie Mercury, grab your best friends and frenemies, and create harmonies that will blow the roof off the place! We Will CHOIR! You! will be the most fun you’ve had in years…

Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman + Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions. Now it’s your turn to SING!, so grab your friends, get your tickets and we’ll C! you there! #NeverStopSinging

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AN EPIC SING-A-LONG WHERE YOU ARE PART OF THE CHOIR

“Why see a show when you can BE the show!”
Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited!
So grab a friend (or ten), and come out ready to GIVE IT ALL YOU’VE GOT! – all voices welcome, no experience necessary. They Teach, You Sing! Everyone Wins!

This time, Choir!Choir!Choir! Presents: ERAS! ERAS! ERAS! A Taylor Swift Sing-Along!

Just because Taylor Swift’s ERAS! Tour is over, doesn’t mean WE have to stop singing. And singing Taylor Swift is what we’ll do! From Love Story to Shake It Off, and You Belong With Me to Anti-Hero, Taylor’s anthems have seen us through love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Together, we’ll harmonize to the biggest hits from all her ERAS!, and turn this sing-along into a magical night you’ll never forget. So gather all your besties, make those friendship bracelets + come sing your heart out to all ur fave Tay tunes! #NeverStopSinging #NeverStopSwifting

Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman + Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions. Now it’s your turn to SING!, so grab your friends, get your tickets and we’ll C! you there!

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Podcaster and Well Known CBC Radio Host Shares a night of Storytelling, Humour and the Art of Advertising

Join legendary adman and Under the Influence host Terry O’Reilly for a captivating evening of stories from the world of advertising. Get a rare backstage pass into the industry’s boardrooms and studios as Terry humorously connects the dots between pop culture, marketing, and human nature.

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Long before he had a radio show, Terry was an award- winning writer at Canada’s top advertising agencies. Creating campaigns for top brands such as Labatt, Bell, Nissan and the Hudson’s Bay Company.

In 1990, Terry co-founded Pirate Radio & Television with eight recording studios in Toronto and New York City.

In 2005, he became the host of the CBC Radio One/WBEZ Chicago radio show, Under The Influence, with over one million listeners a week. His podcast has been downloaded over 75 million times.

He has been given a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Advertising & Design Club of Canada, and has been granted Honorary Degrees from three Canadian universities.

Terry has written three books, the latest is “My Best Mistake” about people who made catastrophic career decisions – but it ended up being the best thing that ever happened to them.

He has a wonderful wife and three lovely daughters.

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Classic Albums Live and its roster of A-list musicians from across the country will be performing rock favourites exactly as you remember hearing them, note for note, cut for cut.

Pink Floyd’s The Wall, released in 1979, is a sprawling rock opera that delves into themes of isolation, alienation, and personal struggle. With epic tracks like “Another Brick in the Wall,” “Comfortably Numb,” and “Hey You,” the album seamlessly blends progressive rock with symphonic elements and poignant lyrics. The Wall is a masterpiece of musical storytelling, exploring the complexities of the human psyche and society’s impact on the individual, leaving an indelible mark on the history of rock music.

RAW BLUES-ROCK, ROLLICKING AMERICANA, THOUGHTFUL FOLK, AND ECSTATIC GOSPEL

WITH SPECIAL GUEST STEVE MARRINER

ABOUT MATT ANDERSEN
When Matt Andersen steps on stage, he brings a lifetime of music to every note he plays. His latest album, The Big Bottle of Joy, is all about hard-won celebration; a dozen songs infused with raw blues-rock, rollicking Americana, thoughtful folk, and ecstatic gospel. Andersen’s stage presence is informed by decades of cutting his teeth in dusty clubs, dim-lit bars, and grand theatres all over the world, delivering soulful performances that run the gamut from intimate to wall-shaking. In the studio, he’s always brought the same attention to detail and commitment to craft as he has to his live show, and the result – a multi-faceted and poignant body of work – has led him to amass over 28 million streams on Spotify and 26 million views on YouTube.

In addition to headlining major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America, Europe, and Australia, he has shared the stage and toured with Marcus King, Beth Hart, Marty Stuart, Greg Allman, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Randy Bachman, Serena Ryder, Tab Benoit, and more.

Andersen nabbed the 2013 and 2016 European Blues Awards for Best Solo/Acoustic Act, was the first ever Canadian to take home top honours in the solo category at the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, won the CIMA Road Gold award in 2015, and has won multiple Maple Blues Awards.

ABOUT STEVE MARRINER

From harmonica to baritone guitar, from frontman to producer, Steve Marriner has spent over two decades shaping the sound of modern blues. With two JUNO Awards for his work with MonkeyJunk, a decade spent touring with Colin James, and guest appearances with bona fide blues legends like Buddy Guy and Jimmie Vaughan, Marriner has become one of Canada’s most versatile and respected musicians. 

Marriner’s approach to blending blues, rock, and roots music has made him a sought-after collaborator and a formidable solo artist. His previous album, Hope Dies Last, earned a 2022 JUNO nomination. With Hear My Heart, his upcoming full-length album, Marriner continues to push boundaries, proving that the blues isn’t just tradition—it’s alive, electric, and constantly evolving.

Perfect for the whole family, this world-class performance combines grand illusions, comedy-magic, and mind-bending mentalism. Based on a true story about a historic Ottawa Valley home lovingly restored and named The Keyhole House by the Outerbridges, it serves as the backdrop to this magical journey through time, filled with historic relics and tales of its former residents.

Ted and Marion’s compelling social media videos, boasting over 30 million views, and appearances across CTV National News, a TVO documentary, and NBC’s The Golf Channel (Brooke Henderson’s grandparents had a 54-year connection to the house), have turned the Keyhole House into a global phenomenon. Join them for an evening of enthralling illusions, theatre, and dance, as they share the fascinating stories (including friendly hauntings), making Mysteries of the Keyhole House a unique and unforgettable magical experience that bridges reality and illusion, past and present, and the rhythmic cadence of time.

Renowned illusionists and Magic Castle headliners, Ted and Marion Outerbridge, are touring their captivating new show, Mysteries of the Keyhole House, enchanting audiences far and wide with their magical prowess.

The show is inspired by the couple’s home restoration of the historic Keyhole House, a journey that unearthed a trove of artifacts whispering tales of past lives, not to mention a friendly ghost! Their discoveries were showcased in Ted’s innovative video-logues that went viral with more than 30 million views across various media platforms.

Blending days of old with the digital age, these stories birthed a spectacular live and interactive performance of mesmerizing grand illusion, theatre and dance that invite audiences to step through time into a living, breathing story of enchantment and history.

 

SEE COMEDY LEGEND HOWIE MANDEL LIVE!

Known for America’s Got Talent, Deal or No Deal, and St. Elsewhere, Mandel’s sharp humor and iconic routines return in his latest stand-up tour. A lifelong sufferer of OCD, ADHD as mysophobia (phobia of germs), Mandel has been vocal in raising awareness for these conditions. Laugh along as he shares hilarious stories from his career and personal experiences in a 80 minute stand-up comedy set.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Howie Mandel is a comedian, television personality, actor, producer and host of the podcast “Howie Mandel Does Stuff” which he co-hosts alongside his daughter, Jackelyn Schultz.

Howie has remained a constant force in show business for more than 40 years. He has served as a judge on NBC’s flagship series “America’s Got Talent” for over 15 seasons, is currently a judge on the new AGT spin-off series, “AGT: Fantasy League” on NBC, is the Executive Producer of the new series, “Deal or no Deal Island” on NBC, and is currently shooting the 3^rd season of CityTV’s “Canada’s Got Talent”. 

Howie can also be seen as host of the hit Netflix series Bullshit the Game Show. Other recent projects include his documentary Howie Mandel: But Enough About Me, currently streaming on Peacock, Deal or No Deal, co-hosting Nat Geo Wild’s Animals Doing Things with his son Alex. In 2019 he released his first solo special in 20 years Howie Mandel Presents Howie Mandel at the Howie Mandel Comedy Club. He also continues to perform as many as 200 standup comedy shows each year throughout the U.S. and Canada.

In the summer of 2021, Howie launched his own eyewear capsule collection in collaboration with SEE, the “go to” locale for eyewear aficionados looking for an eclectic selection of fashion forward eyewear. The collection is available for purchase on SEE’s website and a portion of sales from the collection will be donated to HFC, Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen’s national non-profit organization whose mission is to care for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

His additional projects as a host, actor, and/or executive producer include Take It All and Howie Do It for NBC, Deal With It for TBS and Mobbed for Fox. Previously, Mandel received an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program for Deal or No Deal and a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Game Show Host for the syndicated version of the show. Mandel’s versatile career has encompassed virtually all aspects of the entertainment spectrum, including television, film and stage. From his work on the Emmy Award-winning St. Elsewhere, to the international animated children’s series Bobby’s World,

Mandel has become a mainstay of the American comedy scene. In 2009, Mandel added author to his resume when he released his frank, funny and no-holds-barred memoir, “Here’s the Deal: Don’t Touch Me.” The memoir revealed his ongoing struggle with OCD and ADHD, and how it has shaped his life and career. It made The New York Times bestseller list on its first week and remained on the list for several consecutive weeks. Mandel has done countless comedy specials both on cable and network television. He has also hosted his own syndicated talk show, The Howie Mandel Show and continues to be a mainstay on the talk show circuit.

Get ready for Serena Ryder live—a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter whose raw, heartfelt performances captivate audiences. With seven JUNO Awards and a genre-blending catalogue, she delivers electrifying shows infused with soul, folk, and pop. A passionate mental wellness advocate, Serena’s music uplifts, inspires, and resonates long after the encore.

Toronto-based vocal powerhouse Serena Ryder is a platinum-selling artist adored by fans, peers and critics alike, in part due to her raw and earnest songwriting, and beautifully electric live performances. She has won seven prestigious JUNO Awards, including the 2022 Adult Contemporary Album of the Year for her record The Art of Falling Apart, which invites listeners to join her mental wellness journey and helps us understand the importance of sitting with the uncomfortable moments and the wisdom in their messages.

Serena has a unique ability to cross genres – from pop, to folk and roots, to Christmas and children’s music. Her diverse catalogue has earned her several accolades, including Canada’s Walk of Fame Allan Slaight Music Impact Honour, the Margaret Trudeau Mental Health Advocacy Award, a Canada Folk Music Award and Canadian Screen Award for Achievement in Music–Original Song.

Serena is a mental-wellness advocate who has shared her own story of depression and neuro-divergency publicly, and speaks across the country to thousands of people each year. Her song “What I Wouldn’t Do” was reimagined for Kids Help Phone’s Feel Out Loud 2023 campaign — the largest mental health campaign in Canadian history. Serena also works with emerging musicians and industry professionals through her ArtHaus Community non profit, helping them develop creative, entrepreneurial and wellness skills needed to thrive in today’s music and media landscape.

A Canadian country music icon, George delivers powerful performances featuring hits like Just Like You and I Want You to Live. With a Platinum-certified album, acting roles, and a deep commitment to charity, his concerts blend heartfelt storytelling with unforgettable country anthems.

ABOUT THE ARTIST
George Canyon rose to becoming one of Canada’s hottest Country Music stars in the early 2000’s and has won countless accolades and awards, including Juno Awards, CCMA Awards, and ECMA Awards to name a few. He has been inducted into the Nova Scotia Country Music Hall of Fame, recorded 12 albums, and was presented a certified Platinum Award for his debut album ‘One Good Friend’. With country iconic hits like Just Like You, I Believe in Angels, Drinkin’ Thinkin’, Daughters of the Sun, I Got This, I Want You To Live, Slow Dance and many, many more, he is also a highly regarded humanitarian, strong supporter of the military, and, most important, a proud father and devoted husband.

Canyon’s tireless work as spokesperson for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and his ongoing support for Canada’s Armed Forces has earned him much National and International recognition. Among them, he was honored with the Humanitarian Award by the Canadian Country Music Association, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, and was also made the first ever Colonel Commandant of The Royal Canadian Air Cadets by the Honourable Peter MacKay, former Minister of National Defense.

Outside of his music and charitable work, many people might also recognize George for his numerous roles on the big screen. From Charlie Wells in the hit television show Heartland and the head forest ranger in Trailer Park Boys, to Bull Shelton in the Hallmark Channel’s highest-rated original Christmas movie “One Starry Christmas”. George also guest starred on stage in the musical production of Grease in 2018 at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto.

Among his many identities, Canyon is also a proud Canadian and huge hockey fan, and roots for his team, the Calgary Flames, for which he is in his sixth season singing the national anthem during the home games. George released his new memoir on November 8th, 2022 with Simon & Schuster Canada, titled ‘My Country’ – a heartfelt and candid memoir charting his humble beginnings in rural Nova Scotia, the hard-won success he found under the bright lights of Nashville, Tennessee, and the life lessons learned on and off the road that ultimately led him home. His latest single, sharing the same title, is available now on all streaming platforms.

FESTIVAL FAVOURITE JIM CUDDY RETURNS TO HUNTSVILLE!

Jim Cuddy returns to the festival stage with a treasure trove of songs that have become indelible in the soundtrack of our Canadian lives. His extraordinary catalogue of songs continues to find new ways to balance personal reflection and plainspoken storytelling, remaining both intimate and accessible.

As one half of one of Blue Rodeo’s songwriting partnership, Jim Cuddy has one of the most recognizable voices in Canadian music thanks to omnipresent hits such as “Try,” “5 Days In May,” and “Bad Timing.” As a group Blue Rodeo has sold over 5 million records world-wide, won countless JUNO Awards, been inducted in to the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame and Jim (along with songwriting partner Greg Keelor) was invested as Officers of the Order of Canada.

In 1998, in between Blue Rodeo projects, Jim released his first solo album All In Time and hit the road with the eponymous Jim Cuddy Band featuring Colin Cripps (guitar), Anne Lindsay (fiddle), Joel Anderson (drums), Bazil Donovan (bass) and Steve O’Connor (keyboards). Since that first release the Jim has recorded three more solo albums; The Light That Guides You Home (2006), Skyscraper Soul (2011), Constellation (2018). Jim’s latest release, Countrywide Soul, is a celebration of sorts – a celebration of music and the musicians who join him on stage each night.

After an extensive tour in support of their album, Constellation, The Jim Cuddy Band reconvened at Jim’s family farm in Southern Ontario. Inspired by the band’s live show, Jim wanted to capture this energy on record and showcase each member’s skill, allowing them to stretch out and shine. Produced by Tim Vesely, Jim Cuddy and Colin Cripps, Countrywide Soul was recorded live on the top floor of Jim’s barn and kept as natural as possible to retain the woody sound of the barn board room and the energy that only comes from playing together live.

“When we go into the studio to make records, the songs are born out of my imagination and the band contribute their incredible talents to make those ideas come to life. The songs evolve and become part of our collective imagination,” explains Jim. “But it is on tour that they really take flight. We are connected by art. We are connected by what we create together. That’s what I wanted to capture on this record. How much I enjoy listening to the band reveal their imagination and add their creativity to the songs was really the inspiration. How vital that is to me. So as much as this is a musicians’ record, it’s really an example – if you’re lucky – of what bands can create together.”

To achieve his goal on Countrywide Soul, Jim re-worked a number of songs previously recorded for his solo career and with Blue Rodeo. To round out the record, he wrote two new songs and included a couple of favourite cover songs.

“When choosing songs for the album, I tried to find those in which I could change the mood and tone as in ‘All In Time’ or songs that had been underdeveloped on previous records such as ‘Clearer View’,” says Jim. “’Almost Persuaded’ was a song Blue Rodeo performed in the early days. It was a favourite of an old friend of ours, so I recorded this in her honour.”

 

 

 

LIGHTHOUSE, CANADA’S FAVOURITE CLASSIC ROCK BAND RETURNS

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Lighthouse burst on the scene in 1969 with an explosive sound that defied all conventions. Their unique blend of rock, jazz and classical influences made them one of the most dynamic concert acts of their time. Between 1970 and 1974 they were awarded four Junos, four gold albums and Canada’s first platinum album for Lighthouse Live! while hits such as One Fine Morning, Sunny Days, Hats Off to the Stranger, 1849 and Pretty Lady raced to the top of Canadian and International charts.

Lighthouse was the first Canadian rock band asked to headline the Newport, Monterey and Boston Globe Jazz Festivals; the first to perform with Symphony Orchestras and the first to collaborate with a Classical Ballet Company. Lighthouse was the only act invited to perform a second night at the legendary 1970 Isle of Wight Festival among acts that included The Who, Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, Chicago and The Doors.

Back home in Toronto, the band’s free concerts at Nathan Phillip’s Square attracted one hundred thousand people.  Lighthouse toured up to three hundred days a year performing to standing ovations across North America, Europe and Asia with an emphasis on concerts in the cities, towns and small hamlets of every province across the country. It would be hard to find a person who lived in Canada through the 1970s who didn’t see the group live. They were, and remain, Canada’s band.

After regrouping several times, Lighthouse permanently reunited in 1990. The band continues to record and tour, performing with the same free-wheeling, hard-driving sound that has kept them on the airwaves and in the hearts of fans for more than 50 years. Recent honours include inductions into the Canadian Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and Canada’s Walk of Fame.

Lighthouse features co-founder Paul Hoffert leading an all-star line-up that includes 1970 original member Russ Little with Dan Clancy, Doug Moore, Marc Ganetakos, Chris Howells, Simon Wallis, Michael Stuart, James Naro and Paul DeLong.

 

 

 

 

RELIVE THE GOLDEN AGE OF BIG BANDS

ABOUT THE ARTIST
One of the most exciting bands around, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s – that golden age of the big bands. Armed with brilliant programming, choreography and engaging cultural nostalgia, this vibrant cast of awesome young talent has earned its position at the top of list of presenters throughout Ontario and in the USA.