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February 12, 2010 : Garrett Mason & Carmen Townsend
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Garrett Mason
Truro, Nova Scotia native, Garrett Mason, is the musician’s musician. Professionals are more than impressed by his unique style of guitar playing, and usually prefer not to follow Garrett in a festival line-up. Charming but elusive, the son of, 'The Prime Minister of the Blues', Dutch Mason, has proven his own abilities and stepped way outside the Blues into the land of Funk, however continuing to be appreciated as a Roots artist - winning a Juno Award for Best Blues Album on his debut CD, two Maple Blues Awards, Canadian Independent Award for Favourite Blues Artist, and Music Nova Scotia Award for Blues Artist/Group Recording of the Year with his second album. Garrett and his band, Mike Farrington Jr. and Damien Moynihan, have toured across Canada and the US, performing in diverse venues ranging from big festivals to the smallest local taverns, and those are the places they really dig the most.
Albums:
'I’m Just a Man' released in 2004 - awarded Juno for Best Blues Album in 2005
'Love & Sound' released in 2008 - nominated for a Juno Award in 2009, and awarded the Music Nova Scotia Award for Blues Artist/Group Recording of the Year in 2009.
Garrett's Website
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Carmen Townsend
After fifteen years earning her keep in rock bands across Canada, Carmen came back to Cape Breton and hooked up with a long time (thirteen tight, sweaty years) bass and drum combo Thomas Allen and Shane O’Handley—affectionately dubbed 'the Shakey Deals' (yeah, we know the 'e' is there, that's how Neil Young spelled it!). In their downtime, Carmen and the boys back up Sydney’s Tom Fun Orchestra with as an aggressively searing, beautifully harmonic rhythm section.
Carmen has been touring Canada relentlessly for the last three years sharing stages with acts like Matt Mays, The Trews, The Rheostatics, Blue Rodeo, Hey Rosetta!, Joel Plaskett, Wintersleep, Sloan and Slowcoaster, tightening up licks in preparation for the release of her long anticipated debut record. The record, tracked at Carriage House Studio in Connecticut and Soundpark Studios in Cape Breton , is raw, melodic, at times abrasive and heartbreakingly gorgeous.
Carmen's Website
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February 13, 2010 : Cape Breton 3
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Genuine friends can captivate an audience with true emotion. Stephanie Hardy, Colin Grant and Jason MacDonald have played on and off the stage with each other for years. In an exclusive appearance, they mould their talents together for an outstanding night of entertainment.
Stephanie’s songwriting engages mind, body and place. Her music willingly explores corridors in our minds At ECMA 2008 she won the CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award.
Stephanie's Website
Colin’s hard-driving but clean, lively and passionate, traditional yet original; Colin Grant's fiddle playing has stepped to the forefront of the East Coast traditional music scene - and people are sitting up and taking notice. Colin has just released a new CD that is sure to be a treasure for music fans.
Colin's Website
Jason’s passion for music plays out in a driving acoustic fashion with energy, wonderful storytelling and a warm personality that connects immediately with his audience. Jason has received nominations for Nova Scotia Folk Artist of the Year, Best Pop Recording by the East Coast Music Awards, Independent Singer-Songwriter Association songwriter of the year in 2009 and also in 2009 Top Honours in the Indie International Songwriters Contest.
Jason's Website
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February 19-20, 2010 : 4 Men In A Tub
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'What’s Love Got to Do With it'
DINNER THEATRE
Missus Mucky Martin hosts 4 Men In A Tub's 'What's Love Got To Do With It?', a celebration of love in all it's splendor and madness. It's all about chocolates, viagra, sexy underwear, kalua and coconut rum. The music, the comedy and the food are just too much to miss. What's love got to do with it? Nothing. It's all about having a great evening out with friends, family and loved ones. 4 Men In A Tub's 'What's Love Got To Do With It' has limited seating.
Menu: Garden Salad, Choice of Stuffed Chicken Breast or Baked Atlantic Salmon (vegetarian option available) dessert, tea and coffee.
Menu choice must be made when ordering tickets
Ticket $39.95 includes meal , show and taxes
(gratuities not included)
To purchase tickets call the Savoy Box Office 902-842-1577
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Time(s): 7:00 PM | Price(s): $39.95 includes meal, show & taxes
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February 26, 2010 : Liverpool Legends
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Hosted by Louise Harrison (George Harrison’s Sister)
Presented by Rhinestone Productions
LIVERPOOL LEGENDS are four talented musicians and actors who were hand-picked by Louise Harrison – sister of the late George Harrison of The Beatles – to recreate the band that changed the face of music forever!
Louise’s involvement with LIVERPOOL LEGENDS makes them the only Beatles tribute in the world with a close, direct biological link to the original Fab Four! 'Liverpool Legends present the very best portrayal of The Beatles since the only four guys to play The Beatles were John, Paul, George and Ringo!' says Harrison.
Headlining their own production in Branson since 2006, Liverpool Legends have been voted Best New Show, Best Band and Best Show in Branson. Now finishing their fourth season, their show once again is spotlighted by receiving the prestigious Branson's Visitor Choice Award for Best Show in Branson for 2009.
Members of Liverpool Legends have toured the world, playing in historic venues such as Carnegie Hall, The Cavern Club in Liverpool, recording at the famed Abbey Road Studios in London and performing with Denny Laine (co-founder of Wings with Paul McCartney), Pete Best (the original Beatles drummer) and the Boston Pops. They appeared on The Travel Channel's 'Beatlemania Britain' and headlined 'International Beatles Week' in Liverpool where 100,000 Beatles fans jammed Victoria Street to hear them in concert. Liverpool Legends received national attention as they re-created The Beatles 1966 concert at Busch Stadium in St. Louis in 2005 and now are the first and only Beatles Tribute to star in a continuing showcase in Branson, Missouri!
Liverpool Legends perform songs spanning the entire career of The Beatles and on through the solo years. With precise attention to every musical detail, along with costume changes, vintage instruments and special effects, Liverpool Legends will make you feel like you are watching the real thing! Together, these four lads will bring you 'The Complete Beatles Experience!'
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February 27, 2010 : Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
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Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia will add to its acclaimed repertory of outstanding children's productions with an innovative double bill adaptation of Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd's beloved bedtime classics, Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny.
Now in its thirty-seventh season, Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar ), Leo Lionni (Swimmy, Frederick & Inch by Inch) and Sam McBratney (Guess How Much I Love You). These widely-travelled productions incorporate innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading. The new show will feature these same elements.
Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway Bunny's pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both tales feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security. Mermaid's staged adaptation will bring a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.
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March 4, 2010 : One Big Show
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The winners of the ONE BIG OPPORTUNITY contest from ECMA will open for singer/songwriter Christina Martin, multi-instrumentalist, JP Cormier and the Tom Fun Orchestra.
Get your tickets early because you don't want to miss seeing Cape Breton's newest up and coming stars play with ECMA award winning performers. Tickets are $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for students.
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March 26, 2010 : John Mueller’s 'Winter Dance Party'
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John Mueller’s 'Winter Dance Party'® is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper's final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens and Richardson estates. Each live concert performance includes over two hours of unbridled, high voltage entertainment featuring all the hit songs of the 50's era: That'll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Oh, Boy, Rave on, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, and many, many more.
John Mueller, the critically acclaimed former star of the U.S. touring version of the London/Broadway hit musical 'Buddy..the Buddy Holly Story,' performs as Buddy Holly and Jay P. Richardson, Jr. fills his legendary father's footsteps as the Big Bopper. Jay is actually the Bopper's son and brings with him the heritage and feeling that only he can offer. Ray Anthony performs as Ritchie Valens and is a renowned star of the 'Legends of Rock and Roll' show at the Imperial Palace in Las Vegas. The very authentic and energetic four piece band (guitar, drums, stand up bass and sax) includes Grammy award winning Mike Acosta on saxaphone.
The Winter Dance Party show has performed in front of over 2 million people on national TV for the Jerry Lewis Telethon, has toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada at theatres, performing arts centers, ballrooms, corporate events, casinos and even the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with John Mellencamp, Marshall Crenshaw and others.
Highlights over the years have included receiving the keys to the city of Green Bay, WI from the Mayor, playing in the legendary Surf ballroom on the same day Buddy, Ritchie, and the Big Bopper did 40 years prior and performing on stage with Maria Elena Holly (Buddy's widow), Niki Sullivan (an original Cricket band member) and Tommy Allsup (original Winter Dance Party guitarist and legendary Nashville producer.)
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March 27, 2010 : Queen Tribute
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'It’s A Kinda Magic'
WE WILL ROCK YOU!
After capturing the hearts of over 250,000 Queen fans and after conquering stages across the globe, Queen – It’s A Kinda Magic is set to rock you!
Since 2003, the production electrified audiences in France, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Germany, Dubai, Canada, United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa, Australia and the Philippines.
In 2009, interest in Queen has never been higher, with Queen upstaging The Beatles as the 'greatest British band of all time' (BBC Radio 2 poll, 2008). Queen – It’s A Kinda Magic takes audiences back in time to re-live the energy, excitement and theatrics of Freddie Mercury and the greatest ROCK band in the world, Queen!
With 21st century sound and lighting, and a cast that takes magnetism to new heights, this theatrical attraction creates the 1986 world tour of Freddie Mercury and Queen, taking audiences back in time to experience the passion of Freddie Mercury, the amazing guitar solos of Brian May, the thundering rhythms of Roger Taylor and all those unbelievable Queen harmonies.
Personally Endorsed!
The only Queen tribute to be personally endorsed by Peter Freestone! The stage performance and presence of Freddie Mercury in this production is so close to the real thing, that Freddie’s trusted personal assistant, confidante and biographer Peter Freestone has given it his personal thumbs up:
'The thrill, the excitement, the personality and theatrical experience that was Freddie live! I have not seen another show in the world do it better, their name is well deserved, they truly are A Kinda Magic.' ~ Peter Freestone, 2005
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April 3, 2010 : Gerry Dee
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Tickets on sale December 1st.
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April 8, 2010 : CINDERELLA : Ballet Jorgen
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An innovative take on the beloved classic fairy tale, Ballet Jorgen's impeccable full-length ballet is further enhanced by beautiful costumes and fairy-tale inspired sets.
'This is a honey of a production - one that brings magic back to the ballet stage.' -- The Hamilton Spectator
'Destined to live happily ever after.' -- The Globe and Mail
Choreography Bengt Jörgen
Music Sergei Prokofiev
Costume Design Robert Doyle
Set & Lighting Design Glenn Davidson
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Time(s): 8:00 PM | Price(s): $33.00 Adults, $27.00 Students, Special until Dec.31 all Tickets $25.00 (including all service charges)
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April 17, 2010 : Rumpelstilskin
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Maritime Marionettes breathes life into an ageless folktale as magically as Rumpelstiltskin spins straw into gold. Rumpelstiltskin is the tale of a poor miller's daughter who becomes trapped in her father's lie: that she can spin straw into gold. She is forced to perform this impossible task by a greedy king who holds her life in ransom. With nowhere to turn, she forms a pact with a strange little man who agrees to help her in exchange for her first born child. To her surprise, she becomes Queen and mother to the future ruler of the kingdom.
'Rock him gently when he cries, but do not spoil my little prize', mocks the mysterious little man when he returns to haunt the queen and her child. Eager to savor his victory, he gives the queen three days to guess his name in exchange for her son. Unable toreveal her secret to the king, and with only one day left, she conducts a desperate search for the correct name and uses her wits and strength to overcome all adversities.
Rumpelstiltskin uses seven puppets: the king, a courtier, the miller, the rabbit, Rumpelstiltskin and two versions of the miller's daughter - one in plain home spun and the other in her royal garb. The 50 minute performance is filled with colour, magic andexcitement; from the appearance of Rumpelstiltskin to his incredible demise. With brilliant lighting and surging classical music in the background, the show is a wonderful experience for everyone to enjoy.
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April 27, 2010 : The Spinney Brothers & J.P Cormier
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'The Maritime Acoustic Tour 2010' is a musical union like no other. Audiences are to expect a high energy show of close vocal harmonies and precision instrumentation. Whether a traditional air or newly written ballad, The Maritime Acoustic Tour will deliver music with a timeless and well known feel. You will be thoroughly entertained.
The Spinney Brothers are the most awarded act in Maritime acoustic and bluegrass music history. Brothers Allan & Rick were raised in Nova Scotia.s Annapolis Valley and have taken their music all across North America. The Nova Scotia Legislature has recognized them as 'Ambassadors of Nova Scotia'.
The Spinney Brothers have garnished an industry reputation of being top notch professionals. Attention to detail has brought an impression list of performance opportunities. They have shared the stage with county music star Ricky Skaggs, the Grammy nominated Cherryholms, and Grand Ole Opry legend Del McCoury.
For more information on the Spinney Brothers please visit the Website
J.P Cormier: Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sideman, innovator, recording artist, award winner. His names are many, but underlying that is a young man with an ancient soul who has traveled the world for the past 25 years bringing his unique brand of joy to audiences wherever he goes. Cormier has released thirteen award winning recordings. J.P.'s impressive body of work has earned him a vast and loyal fan base, and multiple award nominations and wins, including, 12 East Coast Music Awards, Canadian Folk Music Award, 5 Music Nova Scotia Awards, Juno nomination, Commendations from the Governor General of Canada and Premier of Nova Scotia. For more information on JP Cormier, please visit the Website
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May 2, 2010 : A Country Jamboree
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The Country group 'BACK IN TIME' returns to the Savoy Theatre with another spectacular 'Country Jamboree'. Throughout the past four years, this group of talented musicians has been delighting audiences at the Savoy Theatre by inviting them to celebrate the origin of country music. Audiences have responded to the stroll down country music’s memory lane with some toe tappin’ and handclapping of their own; sometimes drawing back a tear, as heartstrings feel the gentle tug from a memorable classic tune from years ago. 'BACK IN TIME' has the authentic country sound of the timeless country classics and is pleased to present another fabulous Country Jamboree.
Special guests 'Debbie & Michelle' and 'Joey & Amy', two well known dynamic duos, will join 'BACK IN TIME' to bring you your favorite classic tunes in harmony second to none.
So, if you enjoy Classic Country at its best, come out and join 'BACK IN TIME' and guests for another enjoyable and reminiscent evening at the Country Jamboree.
Sunday, May 2nd at 7pm at the Savoy Theatre. For tickets call the Box office at 842-1577.
A show you won’t want to Miss!!
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May 6, 2010 : Derek Edwards - It's a Blunderful Life
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Derek Edwards' hilarious ruminations on his Blunderful Life is a wildly entertaining comedic expose by 'a virtuoso at the peak of performance'. With a wit and will forged in Northern Canada, he guides us through the pivotal life moments we're all confronted by in our 20s, 30s, 40s and on. Snapshots of the past and the world around us, skewed and imbued with a small town charm and tempered with an inimitable quirky perspective. Is it really wrong to extend a misspent youth that extra 30 years? It's A Blunderful Life! - common sense and an inspired sense of the ridiculous.
'5 STARS - the funniest man on earth' - Winnipeg Free Press
'4 STARS - the crowd howled' - Victoria Times Colonist
'Edwards reigns as the King of Canadian comedy' - Charlottetown Guardian
'still the funniest man in Canada' - Toronto Sun
'Derek Edwards is hysterical' - Calgary Sun
'the epitome of timing & storytelling'- Halifax ChronicleHerald
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Time(s): 8:00 PM | Price(s): $43.00 (tax and above noted charges included)
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May 14, 2010 : Abbamania & the Bee Gees
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The glitz and glamour of two hit bands from the 1970s will come to life in a double-bill tribute show on the Savoy Stage May 14th. Abbamania and Night Fever, with all-Canadian casts, has performed together around the world for 10 years, . They have performed twice for the cast of the hit musical Mamma Mia in Toronto, as well as for countless sold-out shows.
Night Fever is the opening act for Abbamania. The performance spans five decades of the music of the Bee Gees. The group will be singing To Love Somebody, How Can You Mend A Broken Heart, Too Much Heaven, Jive Talking, Tragedy, Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, More Than A Woman and a lot more.
Back by popular demand! One night Only!
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May 22, 23, 2010 : Cape Breton International Drum Festival
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CBI DRUM FEST 2010 TICKETS ARE JUST $20.00 FOR ENTIRE WEEK END UNTIL THE END OF AUGUST...
BOOK NOW direct from the Savoy Theatre box office at: 902 8421577 this price NEVER to be repeated again.... be there to celebrate the 10th YEAR CAPE BRETON INTERNATIONAL DRUM FESTIVAL....'when Cape Breton Rocks...THE WORLD ROCKS' with www.983maxfm.com, THE MAX89.3 FM Sydney Cape Breton and thru all the Maritimes.
CONFIRMED LINE UP DETAILS ONLINE INCLUDING ....Carmine Appice, Denny Seiwell, Dom Famularo, Chad Wackerman, Virgil Donati, Ed Mann, Asani, Roxy Petrucci, Troy Luccketta, Bill Cobham,Scott Atkins, Chris Sutherland,Alan White, Bernard Purdie, Liberty Devitto , Danny Seraphine,Paul Wertico, Pete Lockett, Super Base player from Australia Roger McLachlan (Little River Band, John Farnham) plus many other special guests...including local drummers Mike Buckingham, Dylan Mombourquette , Scott Cuzner, Olivia Adlakha (Pink Thunder), Shaun Parris, Clint Morrison, Steve Wilton, Todd Mercer, Benn Ross and many many others... So be there to celebrate 10 YEARS of History and Education.....
Bruce Aitken Website
Southland Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee 2008
Cape Breton International Drum Festival Website
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June 16, 2010 : Isla Grant
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International Singer/Songwritter Isla Grant is a Scottish contemporary country singer with a deep catalog whose popularity extends from the United Kingdom and Ireland to New Zealand and Australia. Born in Wigtownshire, Scotland, she grew up in a musical family and was greatly influenced by the folk music of her region. She learned to play the guitar and took an interest in American country music. In time, Grant found international success as a Scottish country singer, releasing numerous albums, generally one or more per year.
Her catalog includes the albums Only Yesterday (1999), Mother (2000), Childhood Memories (2002), The Day Christ Was Born (2002), The Beauty of My Home (2003), The Best of Isla Grant (2004), When the Day Is Done (2005), Faith, Love and Hope (2006), Down Memory Lane (2007), A Dream Come True (2008), and Special to Me (2008). Grant eventually founded a record label of her own, I.G.E., and made her independent album debut with Isla Sings Hank (2008), a Hank Williams tribute album.
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