With 6 full-length albums, numerous singles, videos, and countless performances over 15 years, the Western Swing Authority has become Canada’s most recognized and awarded authentic Western Swing group. Made up of a collection of some of the country’s finest touring and studio musicians, they came together to play the timeless style of music they love. Seamlessly combining stellar musicianship and vocals, fusing western swing, traditional country, and jazz standards and their own “new vintage” originals, they have created a sound that is truly their own. Do you like traditional Country, Swing, Jazz and Blues? Then you’re going to love Western Swing!

Chase Padgett is an actor, singer, guitarist, and improviser who recently made his network TV debut as a semi-finalist on Fox’s newest reality singing show, ‘Alter Ego.’ As a Florida native, he studied music at the University of Central Florida while learning improv at the SAK Comedy Lab, the same theater that gave Wayne Brady his start. After working for Disney and Universal in various comedic actor roles, he premiered his first solo show ‘6 Guitars’ in 2010 and quickly began performing to sold out houses and rave reviews across North America. "Superb, funny & flat out stunning" Winnipeg Free Press

Meet The Fitzgeralds—a family group consisting of 3-time Canadian Grandmaster Fiddle and Step Dance champions—Tom, Kerry & Julie Fitzgerald. With roots in Canada’s renowned Ottawa Valley, The Fitzgeralds have evolved to include a wide variety of material in their performances, including Celtic fiddle pieces, high energy step dancing, and a strong focus on original compositions and arrangements. The Fitzgeralds now offer a live performance of their debut Christmas album, The Fitzgeralds – A Canadian Christmas! Shows will feature triple fiddle arrangements of holiday favourites, songs and tunes by great Canadian composers, and of course…the groups signature high energy Ottawa-Valley step dancing! Grab your ugliest Christmas sweater, and join The Fitzgeralds as they provide a cheerful and truly Canadian soundtrack to your holiday season!

Ken Lavigne presents A Spaghetti Western: The Italian Tenor & The Singing Cowboy Giddy up and grab your opera glasses, folks! In a concert where Puccini collides with The Prairies and singer Ken Lavigne brings you “Spaghetti Western” – a foot-tapping, pasta twirling fiesta where the passion of ‘O Sole Mio’ tangoes with the twang of ‘Take Me Home,Country Roads’. Ever wondered what would happen if Ennio Morricone played a hoedown or if ‘She Taught Me to Yodel’ found its echo in the rolling hills of Tuscany? Well, saddle up, because when the dulcet tones of Andrea Bocelli’s ‘Con te partirò’ meet the rugged charm of a Roy Rogers singing cowboy, you’re in for a night of the unexpected.

A modern songwriter inspired by timeless classics and old-school country music, Callie McCullough has chased her unique muse for years...making contemporary roots music that nods to the legends who came before her. It’s a sound anchored by intimate ballads and McCullough’s gorgeous voice, whose Alison Kraussworthy tone and Dolly Parton-sized beauty stand in contrast to her dry humor and larger-than-life personality. With high praise from American Songwriter and Billboard Callie has made an impact in the music scene with her vulnerable vocals, breathtaking lyrics, and fusion of, Folk Celtic, Bluegrass and Traditional Country Infl uences. With the vocal chops of an established pro, quick-witted humor and the fighting spirit of an independent musician, she creates a musical tapestry that effortlessly captures classic and rootsy nostalgia, coupled with her own contemporary twists, sharp song writing, and the expressive singing of an artist who has truly found her voice

Lifelong friends, and colleagues, Nico Rhodes, and Patrick Courtin, shocked and appalled by the realization that piano just isn’t cool anymore, set off on a divine quest to redeem the keyboard and reinstate its reputation as the greatest instrument of ALL TIME! Armed with the music of the greatest composers, song-writers and performers of the past 300 years, and the technology of the 21st century – their virtual orchestra D.O.U.G.I. (Digital Orchestral Ultimate Gizmo Intelligence), Nico and Patrick deliver everything from classical piano raptures to bombastic boogie woogie, from romantic piano ballads to 80’s keyboard synth battles in their show Piano Heist! What ensues is a mishmash of theatrical wonder, comedy, audience participation, heartfelt stories, a pinch of history, and a world of musical madness.

Tapestry, the Carole King Songbook, is the Premier musical tribute to Carole King. This show recreates the sound and vibe of a 1970’s Carole King concert experience following her legendary album, Tapestry. You will be transported back to the iconic image of her multi-million selling album of 1971. Impeccable attention to detail is taken in recreating a respectful and accurate musical presentation of piano and vocals, just as they were. Suzanne’s performance will take you on a journey back to those great recordings. During the 70’s & 80’s, Carole played solo, with acoustic musicians, and a full band with horns during this period. This show is performed in any of those formats. Tapestry not only presents the record-breaking, Grammy winning album of the same name, but is a retrospective of the iconic songwriting team of Goffin and King, and her hits that continued into the 70’s. This prolific team wrote chart-topping hits for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Bobby Vee, The Beatles, James Taylor, the Drifters, Donny Osmond…and the list goes on. You will feel the Earth Move under your feet with this show.

For over 25 years, The Ennis Sisters have been connecting to audiences across the world. From arts centres in their home province of Newfoundland and Labrador to performing for International leaders and delegates at the 75th anniversary of D-Day on Juno Beach, their harmonies resonate with us all. Ennis is back to Kirkland Lake by popular demand.

A Juno Award, multiple ECMA’s, Music Newfoundland & Labrador awards and a SOCAN for top grossing Canadian country song – along with endless accolades from fans and critics alike – tangible proof that they’ve tapped into something universal, beyond the notes on the page.

Flavoured by Celtic and traditional Newfoundland influences, Maureen, Karen and Teresa are known for their captivating sibling harmonies and their powerful, often humourous, storytelling. Their music offers a broad mix of original songs as well as uniquely interpreted tunes and ballads.

Innovative, award-winning Toronto artist Evalyn Parry takes her audience on an uncommon theatrical and musical journey in Spin, her tour-de-force performance celebrating the Bicycle as muse, musical instrument and agent of social change.

Spinning a web of stories that travel from 19th century women’s emancipation to 21st century consumer culture, SPIN is inspired by the incredible true tale of Annie Londonderry, the first woman to ride around the world on a bicycle in 1895. One part documentary and another part musical activism, Parry cleverly peels back layers of history to reveal a very contemporary heart to her theme of liberation.

Parry’s co-star is a vintage bicycle. Suspended in a mechanic’s stand on stage and outfitted with electronic pickups, the bike is played by percussionist Brad Hart, who conjures an astonishing array of sounds on his ”iron horse”, creating a richly textured and utterly unique sonic accompaniment to Parry’s songs and monologues.

“…this magnetic artist and her winning production team invest the work with such intelligence and playfulness, it’s hard not to be charmed.” NOW MAGAZINE

Join Canada’s Leading Ladies of Theatre, Jazz, and Cabaret as they celebrate the Season with a fabulous evening of Holiday classics and lesser-known seasonal gems, all put together in original, arrangements with tons of musicality and humour! It’s The Most Wonderful Time ... Maybe!!

The show features songs from Broadsway’s recording of the same name (“ ... a musical version of the best office Christmas party ever!” ~ Mark Rheaume, CBC Radio) as well as several crowd favourites. Whether performing as a trio, or alongside some of Canada’s finest Jazz and Theatre musicians, this show consistently brings audiences to their feet and is sure to be a brilliant addition to any concert series as a Seasonal highlight!

“Three talented ladies who know their way around Jazz harmonies, sing their heads off, and actually entertain the hell our of their audiences!” ~ Jim Caruso, Host, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party, Birdland, New York

“The Broads - beauty, brains, and talent - it doesn’t get much better than that - wait, yes it does! Add their wicked sense of humour ... this CD is going to stay at the top of my rotation ... “ ~ Sandy Graham, Cashbox Canada

Becoming the Beatles is definitely not a tribute act. It’s a show about four boys: one born during an air raid, one who had to reverse the strings on his guitar to make sense of it, one who stayed up late practicing with tears in his eyes and another who couldn’t read or write until he was eight. It’s also the story of a visionary young producer who was desperate to find his way out of the ‘comedy division’ at Parlophone records.

Haley Marie’s in-depth analysis reveals the re-awakening of a world devastated by war, the genius of oppressed musicians in the Deep South, the unexpected inspiration from the classical greats and the heartbreak from the death of the band’s biggest idol.

Hear first-hand how the band used flour and water to fasten their logo to the side of their van en route to Germany. How that same band was turned down by 80% of the English recording market yet defied the odds to become the most successful musical group in history.

MOTUS O dance theatre’s FAREWELL TOUR…Confessions of a Professional Dancer

As you may or may not know, the 3 artistic directors and founders of MOTUS O dance theatre will be winding down their over 3-decade commitment to bringing arts to communities throughout Canada. Before departing however, they will be touring their final creation, “Confessions of a Professional Dancer”, performed by the founders themselves.

“Confessions of a Professional Dancer” are the prolific stories of 3 journeyers who thought starting a dance theatre company was actually a good idea! The show tells the absurd, the bizarre, the droll and humorous untold stories through movement and text of what life was like behind the curtain of their professional dance careers.

ABBAMANIA” is rated as the number one Abba production in the world and the cast is based in Toronto.

In the beginning, “ABBAMANIA” was six months in rehearsals just for vocal arrangements. Abba’s harmonies are very difficult to reproduce as ABBA recorded their vocals many times on each record to make them sound so big and full. Not only did the cast have to look like Anni-Frid, Bjorn, Benny and Agnetha, they had to sound like them. ABBAMANIA was a huge venture. They are backed by a live band and carry charts for a full symphony show. They sold out two shows, 6000 tickets, with the San Diego Symphony.

With authentic costumes, made by the seamstress from MAMA MIA, and incredible vocals, ABBAMANIA will take you back in time to when ABBA was on stage, live in concert.

ABBAMANIA performs 22 songs of ABBA in their two set show with costume changes, choreography, comedy and a great concert sound.

ABBAMANIA is a show for all ages to enjoy and to sing along with songs from “Waterloo, Fernando, S.O.S, Mama Mia, Super Trooper, Voulez Vous, I Had A Dream to Dancing Queen” and many more. Abbamania performs all the hits.

Jim Witter has been entertaining crowds for over 30 years. Whether it be his original music, or in this case the music of Billy Joel and Elton John, or any of the other many artists he pays tribute to, Jim’s versatility as an artist has allowed him the opportunity to reach out and share his music and his infectious personality with audiences of all ages across Canada, the United States, the U.K, Dubai and the Netherlands. His unique approach and comfortable rapport makes each member of his audience feel as though they are a part of a private concert in the comfort of their own living room. This, along with his rich, powerful voice and ease of manner at the piano, make him a favourite with theatre goers everywhere.