The Friend

Presented by Fine Films Gravenhurst

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Doors open at 6:30 PM; Show begins at 7:00 PM
$10 inclusive | General Admission

In THE FRIEND, Iris (Naomi Watts), a writer and teacher, finds her comfortable, solitary New York life thrown into disarray after her closest friend and mentor (Bill Murray) dies suddenly and bequeaths her his beloved Great Dane. The regal yet intractable beast, named Apollo, immediately creates practical problems for Iris as well as more existential ones. Apollo’s presence constantly reminds Iris of her friend's problematic choices in both life and death. Yet as Iris finds herself unexpectedly bonding with the animal, she begins to come to terms with her past, her lost friend, and her own creative inner life.

Jeff Leeson: Jokes On You Comedy Tour 

Friday, June 13  
Doors open at 7:00 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35 plus applicable fees & taxes

Internationally touring comedian Jeff Leeson comes to Gravenhurst Ontario for a night of LIVE stand up comedy you will not soon forget! With over 100 Million views online, find out why this is definitely one show you DO NOT want to miss!

The content of this show may include material that is intended for mature audiences and could be offensive to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

Liverpool 4

Saturday, June 14, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $50 plus applicable fees & taxes

From early Ed Sullivan to Let it be, you’ll get all the hits. Experience a live Beatles show through all eras of their career, on stage with their high energy, impeccable musicianship, showmanship, and humour. You’ll get note for note musical recreation, authentic equipment and period correct costumes creating the complete high energy Beatlemania live performance experience! It must be seen to be believed. 

Joel Plaskett

Wednesday, June 18 
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $48.23 plus applicable fees & taxes

Joel Plaskett - 30+ years on records and the road, still restless & rolling on

For over three decades, Joel Plaskett has proven himself a spinning wheel of reinvention. The Nova Scotia songwriter's eclectic body of work reveals a restless and playful spirit, always transforming and expanding. 

While continuing to celebrate -- and be celebrated for -- his regional ties and embrace of East Coast musical traditions, Joel’s omnivorous appetite for new sonic horizons is an integral part of his work. His discography includes heavy riff epics, like Thrush Hermit's now-classic swansong Clayton Park (1999); low-fi and wide eyed solo records like In Need of Medical Attention (1999) and La De Da (2005); lean, loose and lyrical rock and roll with the Emergency on Down at the Khyber (2001) and Truthfully, Truthfully (2003); and a father-and-son nod to English folk traditions with Solidarity (2017). Then there are the endeavours that push the envelope further: the Emergency’s romantic epic concept album Ashtray Rock (2007); the months-long songwriting challenge Scrappy Happiness (2012); and Three (2009) and 44 (2020), Joel’s sprawling, multi-record ventures exploring love, loss, and existential investigation. For his latest release, the 4-track project One Real Reveal (2024), Plaskett strips his songwriting down to its raw materials, allowing everything in—all the human touches the tape could pick up—and letting
(almost) everything out. 

Coast-to-coast and the world 'round, Joel has rocked crowds at clubs, festivals and grand old theatres with longtime Emergency bandmates Dave Marsh and Chris Pennell as well as drawn audiences close with intimate acoustic shows, both solo and with his father, Bill. Then there are the special events that have really allowed Joel to reach the rafters, like headlining Toronto’s Massey Hall with everyone in tow, playing the NAC in Ottawa backed by the national orchestra, and warming up huge stages for artists like The Tragically Hip and Paul McCartney.

Jack Hutton & Friends Celebrate Irving Berlin

Friday, June 20
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $25 plus applicable fees & taxes

Two months after he turns 92, Jack is looking forward to what may be his last concert at the Gravenhurst Opera House. It promises to be one of his best programs since his group's first concert there decades ago. All of the musicians since last year's near sell-out will be returning, including Ross Wooldridge, Canada's top jazz clarinet player, known in Toronto as "Canada's Benny Goodman. Also returning are Will Wilson on banjo and guitar , who has been playing with Jack since both were in the Rainbow Gardens Jazz Orchestra in Toronto, Bob Muir on trombone and Ralph Johnson on string bass.

The June 20th concert is going to highlight the life story and music of Irving Berlin, who has been called the greatest songwriter who ever lived. Born in Russia in 1888, Berlin came to New York City with his family at the age of five and began hawking newspapers on the streets at an early age to help support his impoverished family. He heard music for hours each day from restaurants and saloons on both sides of the street and began singing some of the popular songs after passers-by would reward him by throwing pennies. That led to a job as a singing waiter where he taught himself how to play piano in his spare time. For some obscure reason he learned how to play in the key of F sharp and played and composed in that key only for his entire life. He bought a piano with a transposing rod that allowed him to play in other keys.

Berlin required someone else to put his music on paper for publishing all through his 60-year musical career and could not read other people's sheet music for years after he started composing. It sounds incredible that someone with all his shortcomings would be showered with awards during his lifetime but he won an Academy Award, Grammy Awards and the highest civilian award that the U.S. government offers. George Gershwin was the one who called Berlin the great songwriter who has ever lived. Jerome Kern said Berlin had no place in American music because he WAS American music.

Jack made contact with the Berlin family after recording a tape with Berlin's early music in the mid-1990's. Jack corresponded with Mary Ellin Barret, the eldest of Berlin's three daughters, and was extremely flattered when she told him his playing on his tape was the way their father's music should be played. We are hoping to have that original tape available as a CD at the concert. You will hear more stories about Berlin at the June 20th concert along with songs from Dunn's Pavilion and the Great American Songbook. Be prepared when you are asked to sing along!

Linwood Barclay

CFUW Author's Night 

Friday, June 27, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35 plus applicable fees & taxes

Linwood Barclay, a New York Times bestselling author with over twenty novels to his credit, spent three decades in newspapers, including The Toronto Star where he was one of the paper’s most popular columnists before turning full time to writing thrillers. His books have been translated into more than two dozen languages, sold millions of copies, and he counts Stephen King among his fans. Many of his books have been optioned for film and TV, a series has been made in France, and he wrote the screenplay for the film based on his novel Never Saw it Coming. Born in the US, his parents moved to Canada just as he was turning four, and he’s lived there ever since. He lives near Toronto with his wife, Neetha. They have two grown children.

Linwood Barclay's Latest Novel is "WHISTLE", Released May 20, 2025. 

“Terrific.”— Stephen King on Whistle

New York Times bestselling author Linwood Barclay enters new territory with a supernatural chiller in which a woman and her young son move to a small town looking for a fresh start, only to be haunted by disturbing events and strange visions when they find a mysterious train set in a storage shed.

Presented by CFUW MUSKOKA: The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) are about "Realizing Potential for All Women". They benefit the community, advance human rights, improve the status of women, and initiate action to ensure that various levels of government are aware of our issues. 

Amanda Keeles

Can't Stop Me Now Tour

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $30 plus applicable fees & taxes

Presented by Fifth Note Entertainment. Described as fiercely creative, Amanda Keeles has twice taken the top spot in The Canadian Open Country Songwriting Contest, featured on SiriusXM Canada's Top of the Country, IHeart Radio, SiriusXM Canada Talks, Billboard Canada #5 Top CANCON Download & #5 Most Active Indie for “Can’t Stop Me Now”, and has been added to commercial Country radio across Canada, US, Australia and UK. Named in 2024 as CMA Ontario’s Artist of the Month, she has appeared on Canada Coast to Coast, international entertainment and music news podcasts and showcased at the 2024 CCMA Awards Music Week in Edmonton, Alberta. Her debut album "Can't Stop Me Now' was released in early 2024 and has garnered significant airplay and streams, as well as the name of Amanda’s current Album Tour. Keeles has charted in the top 5 numerous times on the Canadian Indie Top 100 Countdown, as well as awarded “Best Music Video” with videographer Jake Sauve from Roadhouse Productions at the 2024 FCLMA awards & 2024 Toronto Independent Film Festival for her release “Saving Grace”. The video was also a finalist at the Los Angeles Film Awards, The International New York Film Awards & and an Official Selection for screening at Montreal Independent Film Festival.

Amanda Keeles blends country with classic rock to create her "Can't Stop Me Now" album tour currently touring throughout 2024/2025. Keeles' powerhouse vocal dexterity takes centre stage with self-written originals, high energy country covers and recognizable classic rock favourites. Her band consists of some of the best musicians in the industry, with Scott Szeryk (lead guitar), Brian McHugh (drums), James Vermue (Bass) & Shem Jacob (rhythm/acoustic guitar) each having toured individually throughout Canada, US and Europe. You won't want to miss this!

Threads & Icons

Steve Rae & The Pony Man Band

Thursday, July 3, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $40 plus applicable fees & taxes

Introducing THREADS & ICONS, the latest musical journey from Steve Rae and The Pony Man Band. This captivating odyssey explores how folk music has intricately woven its way through popular culture, influencing everything from rhythm and blues to rock 'n' roll, country, and modern pop. In THREADS & ICONS, the band dives deep into the timeless melodies and unforgettable lyrics of music legends like Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffett, Cat Stevens, Van Morrison, the Eagles, and Ed Sheeran. Through their iconic songs, we uncover the stories and emotions that have resonated with audiences across generations, leaving a lasting impact on the musical world. The Pony Man Band’s THREADS & ICONS is being presented by the Rotary Club of Gravenhurst and once again, the band will be sharing the proceeds with the Rotary Club for Rotary projects in the community.

Girls Nite Out!

Thursday, July 10, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35 plus applicable fees & taxes

Girls Nite Out stars some of the best and funniest females in CANADA...available tonite! Featuring the award-winning comedy stylings of Elvira Kurt, Jennine Profeta, Diana Frances and Karen Parker, you'll see why they've been selling out across the country and making 'em laugh til it hurts. No two shows are the same! With their unique blend of razor-sharp stand-up and interactive improv, they might even make you a star as well! So grab your galpals and come celebrate all things funny and female... And yes, men can come too (we need someone to make fun of!)  
 
Girls Nite Out is an all funny, all female collective of some of Canada’s top improvisers and stand up comediennes. Featuring Elvira Kurt, Jennine Profeta, Diana Frances and Karen Parker, these Canadian Comedy Award Winners, Second City alum and CBC darlings have been selling out across the country with their special brand of girl power humour. So, grab your gal-pals, tell your partner they’re driving, and get ready to laugh - and who knows? You might be part of the show too! 

A Woman's Love List

By Norm Foster

July 22 - August 2
Matinees 2:30 pm | Evenings 7:30 pm 
Tickets:
Regular $35
Group $27
Student $25
Plus applicable fees & taxes

A side-splitting and thought-provoking comedy
Megan and Carly write down a list of qualities that describe the Perfect Man, and much to their surprise, he appears! This hilarious comedy explores a woman’s quest for the perfect mate. In Foster’s former hit, The Love List, two men search for the ideal woman. In this new comedy, Canada’s funniest playwright turns it all around as women look for the ideal man!

The BOMB: A Retro '80s Live Experience 

Saturday, August 9  
Doors open at 7:30 PM; Show begins at 8 PM
Tickets: $49 plus applicable fees & taxes

The Bomb's Retro '80s Live concert experience is a show like no other! A touring Canadian tribute act, The Bomb embraces the wonderful decade of the '80s, playing all of your favourite New Wave and the atmospheric dance and radio hits from that wonderful musical era, (rather than playing tribute to just one band). The Bomb Retro '80s Live Experience is literally; 'The Soundtrack of Your Youth, Live’ When you attend a concert featuring The Bomb Retro '80s Live, the lads are guaranteed to play all of the huge hits you would hear on ever-popular '80s nights at clubs or on local radio stations. The Bomb authentically performing your favourite musical anthems by David Bowie, Tears For Fears, The Cars, Duran Duran, A-ha, Depeche Mode, Hall & Oates, The Cure, Simple Minds, Prince, The Clash & so much more. Just imagine if one group recorded all your favourite '80s hits, and now you can go see them LIVE! The performers in The Bomb take pride in their big sound, exuberant performance and image, always dressing for their role & putting on a show full of energy and atmosphere. In addition to producing and playing hundreds of their own shows, the lads are honoured to have warmed up Ontario stages as an opening act for The Spoons, Men Without Hats, Big Wreck and Carol Pope & Rough Trade as well as Images in Vogue! Although this is a theatre style show, dancing and singing along is happily encouraged! A meet and greet will follow the show for anyone wishing to meet the performers, grab a T-Shirt or snap a quick picture with the lads!

Hurry Hard

By Kristen Da Silva

August 12- 22
Matinees 2:30 pm | Evenings 7:30 pm 
Tickets:
Regular $35
Group $27
Student $25
Plus applicable fees & taxes

A comedy about love on the rocks
Bill and Sandy’s marriage split up, and their curling team splinters into men’s and women’s teams. When the men are short a player for the big Bonspiel, they set aside personal differences and unite as one team. You don’t need to know a thing about curling—just be ready to laugh at this witty, fast-paced comedy that explores the hilarious ups and downs of this unlikely team.

The Undercovers present Rogers, Richie & Robinson

3 World Class Singers Pay Tribute to Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie & Smokey Robinson 

Saturday, September 6 
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $55 plus applicable fees & taxes

Sing along to the hits of Smokey Robinson, Kenny Rogers, and Lionel Richie. Let three world class vocalists - Luke Mcmaster, Kevin Pauls and Joel Parisien - take you on a trip down memory lane as they perform timeless songs that have become the soundtrack of our lives. Classics like “The Gambler”, “Hello", and “Ooh Baby Baby” - a fresh version emphatically endorsed by Smokey himself! Hear stories about the songs, the legends and the surprising connection between them. The harmonies will astonish you, the songs will elevate you, and the night will leave you wanting more.

"Best version of Ooh Baby Baby ever." Smokey Robinson

The HiP Machine: A Tragically HiP Show! 

Presented by Time Warp Promotions

Friday, September 12 (Rescheduled from March 1) 
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $48.40 plus applicable fees & taxes

THE HiP MACHINE (formerly Man Machine Poem) brings the music of Canada's favorite band the way it should be heard - LIVE! Darryl Aspin of Hitcher fame, made his mark captivating audiences in the Durham Region with his strong vocal ability and high energy performance. The strongest lead singer of any HiP tribute, and one of the best in Southern Ontario. Behind Darryl is a band of talented musicians including dedicated guitarist Mike Rewegen, life-long drummer Seth McNamara and talented bassist and fire fighter Stephen Reid. Last but not least on lead guitar, we have Mike Marinuk - after 6 years as a founding member of another Ontario HiP tribute, and in search of a band worthy of the task he now showcases his abilities as our 'Robbie'. Performing leads identical to the albums and even from live HiP releases, the guitar driven sound and style of the Tragically Hip is a key element of The HiP Machine! The first to bring video to the HiP tribute stage, Mike along with THM continue to strive for more at every show. Giving audiences something they cannot get anywhere else. Believe the hype or come see for yourself. Tragically HiP fans agree. Relive those memories of seeing the band live and join the show, a Tragically Hip Show!

Spoons

Saturday, September 20 
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $49 plus applicable fees & taxes

Formed in 1980, a young band from Burlington, Ontario would soon make "Spoons" a different kind of household word. They would help define the sound of pop and New Wave in the 80's with hits like Nova Heart, Romantic Traffic, Old Emotions and Tell No Lies. Their album Arias & Symphonies would go on to be named one of the "20 Most Influential Albums Of The 80s" by The Chart magazine and their song "Nova Heart" would be included in Bob Mersereau's book "The Top 100 Canadian Singles of All Time"... Not bad for a bunch of kids from Burlington, Ontario. Gord Deppe and Sandy Horne, along with drummer Chris McNeill and keyboardist Scott Macdonald, continue to perform to this day, with no end in sight for the retro 80s phenomenon. Recently they celebrated their 40th anniversary with the Repeatable compilation album and Echoes, a collection of re-recordings of their songs by other 80s artists from around the globe. "Truly one of our proudest achievements ever," according to Gord Deppe. The retro 80s movement shows no sign of slowing down. Not one bit. And as far as Sandy, Gord and a lot of fans are concerned, that is a very good thing indeed. This past November we performed a sold-out tour across Canada with A Flock Of Seagulls, Men Without Hats and Honeymoon Suite as part of the 80s Club Tour.

Luke Combs UK

A Luke Combs Tribute 

Friday, September 26, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $55 plus applicable fees & taxes

Dust off your hats and boots, Luke Combs UK (the worlds leading tribute to Luke Combs and is endorsed by the man himself) is coming to town for an unforgettable night of country music with his full band. Luke Combs UK is the closest you’ll get to the real deal with the look and authentic sound of the GRAMMY nominated country music megastar. Presented by Forrest Jones Entertainment

Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook

With Suzanne O Davis

Saturday, October 4, 2025
Doors open at 7:00 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $49 plus applicable fees & taxes

Carole King transformed the landscape of pop music, touching the hearts of a generation. Her iconic ‘Tapestry’ album has sold over 30 million copies, but her journey began as a prolific songwriter in the 1960s, with her husband, Gerry Goffin, building a rich legacy that defined an era. Suzanne O Davis is proud to deliver a captivating retrospective concert, weaving song, energy media, and narration. She honors King’s profound impact with class, detail, and incredibly high musical integrity.

Blue Suede

The Ultimate Tribute To The Music Of Elvis 

Friday, October 24, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $48 plus applicable fees & taxes

Blue Suede is a 10-piece band of extraordinary musicians united by their shared passion for the timeless music of Elvis Presley. This year, they bring audiences a brand-new show, blending electrifying live performances with captivating visuals and insightful narrations that delve into the stories behind Elvis's iconic songs. From rock 'n' roll classics to soulful ballads, Blue Suede recreates the magic of Elvis's music with energy and authenticity. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of The King! Performing to sold-out audiences here is you chance to experience this magnificent band that doesn’t really on costumes or backtracks, always 100% live. Come and experience this brand new show for 2025.

Lunch at Allen's Farewell Tour

Featuring Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas

Thursday, November 6, 2025
Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $75 plus applicable fees & taxes

As the saying goes ‘all good things must come to an end' and so it is with Lunch At Allen's, who embarked on a country-wide Farewell Tour, that began in Atlantic Canada last October. Coming together in 2004, for what was meant to be a one-off 8-date tour presented as a song-writer's circle, the four renowned artists discovered a soul-warming joie de vivre in performing together ... and so began 20 years of camaraderie touring the country coast to coast.

Lunch At Allen’s is a musical powerhouse comprising four remarkable Canadian talents: Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas. As individuals, they have written for or sung on over 25,000,000 CDs, penning hits for Josh Groban, Chicago, Bonnie Raitt, America, Santana, Cher and Rod Stewart, as well as Murray’s Farmer’s Song, Marc’s Marina Del Rey and Ian’s Painted Ladies, just to name a few. These three artists have come together adding the incredible voice of Cindy Church (Quartette, Great Western Orchestra) to form Lunch At Allen’s. Attending their stage show is to embark on an intimate musical journey replete with laughter and personal anecdotes, familiar favourites and new material, fashioning an unforgettable evening’s entertainment …from their hearts …to your soul.

“You would be hard pressed to find another Canadian ensemble with more collective depth of influence over Canada’s musical landscape than Lunch At Allen’s.” - The Beat Magazine

A Shantero Production

The Last Waltz

Lance Anderson's Musical Celebration of the Band
Presented by Peter's Players

Saturday, November 8, 2025
Doors open at 6:45 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $70 plus applicable fees & taxes

Lance Anderson’s critically acclaimed performance of ‘The Last Waltz – a Musical Celebration of The BAND – Live’ featuring Jerome Levon Avis (Levon Helm’s godson) and a nine piece band with four special guests.

Peter’s Players once again will present the all-star Canadian cast of award-winning blues and roots musicians, under the direction of Juno award winning producer and musical director, Lance Anderson. They will perform their hit show recreating the atmosphere of The Band’s final concert, which was captured in Martin Scorcese’s award-winning concert film, The Last Waltz.

The Band is a Canadian national treasure, with four members of the legendary roots music group originally from southern Ontario. In the 1960s, they were initially brought together as ‘The Hawks’ by Ronnie Hawkins and later gained international recognition as Bob Dylan’s band on his groundbreaking electric tours. This two hour inspired performance of The Last Waltz includes a wide selection of fan favourites, such as The Band’s ‘The Weight’, ’The Night They Drove Ol’ Dixie Down’, ‘Up On Cripple Creek’, ‘Life is a Carnival’, ‘The Shape I’m In’, ‘Rag Mama Rag’, ‘Ophelia’ and more plus music from their special guests.

Don’t miss this opportunity Saturday Nov. 8th 2025 to join in our celebration of the music of this legendary group on the 49th anniversary year of The Last Waltz.