JOHN HEWITT
Presented by The Rose City Roots Music Society Friday, September 13, 8:00 pm. Tickets $30 (students $20) |
John Hewitt is a force not seen since the end of the 70’s. There are bands, artists and songwriters that mimic and imitate but John Hewitt absorbs and reimagines. From folk clubs to house concerts, festivals to halls John is a master of storytelling, arranging, producing and a painter of poems scarcely seen in today’s musical climate. Since his early teens taking in the powerful sounds of the Beatles, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and the Grateful Dead he has been wandering, searching and yielding a crop of new ideas from the old world. A multi-instrumentalist from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario and being Alberta bound since 2018 John’s mark on the Western music scene is impossible to go unnoticed. Performing over 150 shows per year (From Alberta and British Columbia to Montana, Colorado, California and beyond), covering 20,000 miles per annum and releasing upwards of 3 albums in that same timeframe there is no comparison to the work ethic, the attitude and the drive that John has as an artist. Fronting the New Americans and touring solo most of the year his output impresses the young and the old, the folk and the rock, the country and the town and the only thing left at the end of the night is a feeling you won’t get anywhere else.
John Hewitt is a master, a choreographer of sound, a man of many hats all worn with style with a dream bigger than the world around him. |
PEPPERLAND
Presented by The Bailey Theatre Society Saturday, September 14, 7:00 pm. Tickets $35 |
Founded in 2011, Pepperland is an Edmonton quartet specializing in the music of the Beatles. This is not a band of mop-top impersonators, nor is it a "tribute" band in the traditional or theatrical sense. Pepperland plays the Beatles as a celebration of music and spirit. Pepperland gives audiences a taste of what might have been had the Beatles rekindled their love of live performances in the 1970s and beyond. Regardless of whether they're appearing at a small club. a private party, or on a festival stage, the vibe at a Pepperland show is always fun and "Fab".
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ONE HYSTERICAL NIGHT OF LAUGHTER Presented by Le Tigre Entertainment Productions Sunday, September 15, 4:00 pm. Tickets are now on sale, but seating is limited, so get yours now! For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, or more details, call Tony at 780-710-4895 |
Big Mouth Returns for “One Hysterical Night of Laughter” Across the Canadian Prairies
Edmonton, AB – August 2, 2024 – Following the tremendous success of her 2014 tour, Big Mouth (BM) is back with her highly anticipated Canadian Prairies Tour. Entitled “One Hysterical Night of Laughter,” the tour kicks off in mid-September, bringing her unique brand of comedy to audiences in Edmonton, Cold Lake, Lloydminster, Camrose, and High Level, with more cities to be announced. The 2014 tour saw sold-out shows in Edmonton, Edson, and Lloydminster, and fans have been eagerly awaiting her return. Known for her sharp wit, engaging storytelling, and ability to connect with audiences, BM is set to deliver an unforgettable evening filled with laughter. Special guests include Jokay the Host, Rafi Jag – “2023 Male Vocalist of the World,” and Bhey, the Pop Princess and vocal powerhouse (Camrose resident). |
BAILEY FILM SERIES:
THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM Presented by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty Wednesday, September 18, 7:00 pm. Admission to this event is free. Donations are gratefully accepted. |
Documentarian John Chester and his wife Molly work to develop a sustainable farm on 200 acres outside of Los Angeles.
A testament to the immense complexity of nature, The Biggest Little Farm follows two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to both their lives and the land. When the barking of their beloved dog Todd leads to an eviction notice from their tiny LA apartment, John and Molly Chester make a choice that takes them out of the city and onto 200 acres in the foothills of Ventura County, naively endeavoring to build one of the most diverse farms of its kind in complete coexistence with nature. The land they've chosen, however, is utterly depleted of nutrients and suffering from a brutal drought. The film chronicles eight years of daunting work and outsize idealism as they attempt to create the utopia they seek, planting 10,000 orchard trees and over 200 different crops, and bringing in animals of every kind- including an unforgettable pig named Emma and her best friend, Greasy the rooster. When the farm's ecosystem finally begins to reawaken, so does the Chesters' hope - but as their plan to create perfect harmony takes a series of wild turns, they realize that to survive they will have to reach a far greater understanding of the intricacies and wisdom of nature, and of life itself. |
THE GONG SHOW
Presented by Infinite Imagination Travelling Theatre Friday, September 20, 7:00 pm. Tickets $30 |
The Gong Show is Back!
Hosted by Infinite Imagination in support of the Camrose & Area Animal Shelter. Featuring the River Jacks Band. With guest judges Mayor PJ Stasko and the hilarious comedian Ken Valgardson. Lots of crazy fun acts! If they don't hold up... they get the Gong! |
SAWBONES
Presented by The Bailey Theatre Society Saturday, September 21, 8:00 pm. Tickets $20 |
SAWBONES is a countrified, bluesrockabilly, dirty roots rock tire fire that burns brighter than a thousand Hank Williams hats set ablaze. A tasty four-piece with a side of groovy, this Camrose act is built for cuttin' a rug. Containing former members of Canadian recording artists Punch Drunk Cabaret and Camrose's venerable Big Smoke Revival and Brown Paper Bags, the boys have individually or collectively shared stages with Kim Mitchell, Trooper, Harlequin, The Sheepdogs, Darkroom and more. Their first recording, Rejects, was released June 22, 2019.
Drummer Jeff Nyback, bassist Chad Charbonneau, guitarist Curtis Meikle and vocalist Terry 'Sawbones' Grant make up Alberta's most dapper quartet. They sing about booze, breakups and broken dreams but you'll be too busy dancing or rockin' in your seat to care about their personal problems. |
FALL BANK$ BALL
Presented by Rebel Ink Saturday, September 28, 7:30 pm. Tickets $30 - VIP Pass $40 |
Rebel Ink presents: The Fall Bank$ Ball! A drag show starring Robyn Bank$, featuring performances by Sparkle Emotion, DD Fierce, Aria Ivory, & Roxanne Wreckage! PLUS, a select few lucky audience members will have the chance to "Lipsync for their Lives" to win some epic prizes! All audience members will receive a free door prize ticket for a chance to win some fabulous prizes generously donated by our local business sponsors! Over $1,500.00 in door prizes to give away! VIP ticket holders get a Meet and Greet and photo op with the performers before the show, a signed poster, and front row seating! This show is 18+ ONLY. Doors Open at 7pm, VIP Meet and Greet at 7:30pm, Show at 8pm!
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THE BAILEY BUCKAROOS
Presented by 840 CFCW Sunday, September 29, 2:00 pm. Tickets $25 |
840 CFCW Presents The Bailey Buckaroos Classic Country Music Extravaganza. Special guests are featured each month with performances at The Bailey Theatre. Join us at the Bailey to see and hear the sights and sounds of the old west. Bailey’s Buckaroos is a classic country music extravaganza, which is fun for the whole family.
Bailey Buckaroos Season Packages are available from September 3-29 for $20 per ticket ($200 for all 10 performances). Season Passes can be purchased at the Bailey Theatre Box Office or by phoning 780-672-5510. |
FREE SCREENING:
THE BODY REMEMBERS WHEN THE WORLD BROKE OPEN Presented by Camrose Public Library and The Bailey Theatre Society Monday, September 30, 7:00 pm. Seating is General Admission and no tickets are required. |
Join Camrose Public Library and The Bailey Theatre for a free film screening in honour of Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Written and directed by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers and Kathleen Hepburn and shot in one continuous real-time sequence, The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open is inspired by a real life encounter Tailfeathers had years ago in East Vancouver. This award-winning drama focuses on two Indigenous women from different socio-economic backgrounds who are brought together by chance for a short time to navigate a traumatic event. The title of the film is taken from an essay by Billy-Ray Belcourt, an award-winning writer and academic from the Driftpile Cree Nation in Northern Alberta. We will share some of Belcourt's poetry before the screening. TRIGGER WARNING: This film contains strong themes of domestic violence. There is no scene that shows physical violence. This film is rated 14A; those under the age of 14 must have an adult accompany them. |
SCOTT WOODS PRESENTS YEE HAW
Tuesday, October 1, 7:00 pm. Tickets $45 |
Join Scott Woods and his talented band for this uplifting 2-hour live family-friendly show, featuring lots of your favourite Christmas carols, fun fiddle tunes, as well as Traditional Country and Gospel songs. Scott will keep you entertained with his keen wit, his prowess on the fiddle, and of course his trick fiddling. Enjoy impressive guitar solos by ‘The Telecaster Master’ Steve Piticco, and smooth vocals and yodelling by Naomi Bristow, ‘Canada’s Yodelin’ Cowgirl. 18-year old Leo Stock, also known as ‘Spaghetti Legs” will demonstrate sensational step dancing, and Scott’s sister Kendra Woods Norris adds sweet harmonies, and levity to every show.
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GEORGE CANYON
SOLO ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE Presented by Point Forward Solutions Saturday, October 5, 8:00 pm. Tickets $65 |
At first glance one might rightfully mistake George Canyon as a strong-jawed, rugged-looking actor straight out of a Western movie, silently tending to his cattle and stepping up to fight for what is right when the time comes. Interestingly enough, he IS that.
And so much more. 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. |
FRONT PORCH ROOTS REVUE FEATURING JOHN YORK OF THE BYRDS: UP ON CRIPPLE CREEK Presented by the The Bailey Theatre Society Saturday, October 12, 8:00 pm. Tickets $35. |
Just over a decade ago a seven-member edition of Front Porch Roots Revue ran the show Up On Cripple Creek: The Songbook of “The Band” up the flagpole to what was an enthusiastic response from fans of The Band and venue and festival producers.
Since that time the ensemble has come together every few years to play festival, theatre and cabaret dates around Alberta and B.C.. Armed with songs from all the great Band albums, this troupe dishes out authentic and soulful renditions of Band classics like The Weight, Stage Fright, Across the Great Divide, Shape I’m In, It Makes No Difference, Ophelia, When I Paint My Masterpiece, and The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down. Up On Cripple Creek boasts five strong singers, led by Calgary’s JR Shore and Doug Andrew from Vancouver’s Circus In Flames. Bassist and vocalist Ron Rault, long time Ian Tyson drummer Thom Moon, Calgary keyboard ace Garth Kennedy, the great Gord Matthews on guitar and harmonica player and vocalist Crawdad Cantera are all key players in this project. John Manuel, a former roadie for The Band and brother of The Band’s late-lead singer Richard Manuel, caught the show at the Vancouver Island Music Festival and stated, “I never thought I’d hear the music of The Band played so well again.” For the fall 2024 string of dates Up On Cripple Creek will be presenting The Music of The Band, Bob Dylan and The Byrds with very special guest, John York. York a onetime member of the legendary Byrds joined Roger McGuinn, Clarence White and Gene Parsons just as the group was touring the fabled Sweetheart of the Rodeo album. York toured extensively with The Byrds and is heard on the recordings, Dr. Byrds and Mr. Hyde and Ballad of Easy Rider, on which he contributed vocals, bass and original songs. York can also be heard on The Byrds Live at the Fillmore album which was released a few years ago after being in the CBS vaults for a few decades. A few years later York found himself in an all-star ensemble that included Rick Danko and Richard Manuel of The Band, and Byrds founding member Gene Clark. “Of course we played a lot of Band tunes alongside the Byrds and Dylan tunes, it was a special time. I think I’ll feel right at home working with this project that is mining these songs,” says York who worked on a series of dates with Matthews, Moon, and Cantera just before the pandemic hit. York also enjoyed a string of sold-out solo shows on Vancouver Island and the lower mainland this past spring. Show producer Peter North says, “this will be another memorable edition of the Up On Cripple Creek show and with John York on board it broadens the palette and gives fans some new takes on timeless material. “These will also be the first dates for Up On Cripple Creek since the group played the inaugural Dead Ends Live Festival a couple of years ago and that show was met with a thunderous response in the Chateau Lacombe Ballroom,” added North of the project that is an offshoot of Front Porch Roots Revue. Out of the gate the Calgary Herald called the project “one of the best 15 shows of the year”. Up On Cripple Creek has rocked many a venue including the Vancouver Island Music Fest, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, The North Country Fair, Festival Place in Sherwood Park, Calgary’s Ironwood Stage and Grill, Elks Hall in Red Deer, The Capitol Theatre in Nelson, Kicking Cultural Centre in Golden and the Butchart Gardens Concert Bowl in Victoria. To quote Allison Brock of CKUA’s Wide Cut Country, “it’s as if the Front Porch boys and are channeling The Band in Up On Cripple Creek. It’s an incredible night”. |
BAILEY FILM SERIES:
PARANORMAN Presented by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 pm. Admission to this event is free. Donations are gratefully accepted. |
A misunderstood boy takes on ghosts, zombies and grown-ups to save his town from a centuries-old curse.
In the town of Blithe Hollow, Norman Babcock is a boy who can speak to the dead, but no one besides his eccentric new friend, Neil, believes his ability is real. One day, Norman's estranged eccentric uncle tells him of an important annual ritual he must take up to protect the town from a curse cast by a witch it condemned centuries ago. Eventually, Norman decides to cooperate, but things don't go according to plan. Now, a magic storm of the witch threatens Blithe Hollow as the accursed dead rise. Together with unexpected new companions, Norman struggles to save his town, only to discover the horrific truth of the curse. With that insight, Norman must resolve the crisis for good as only he can. |
THE BAILEY BUCKAROOS
Presented by 840 CFCW Sunday, October 27, 2:00 pm. Tickets $25 |
840 CFCW Presents The Bailey Buckaroos Classic Country Music Extravaganza. Special guests are featured each month with performances at The Bailey Theatre. Join us at the Bailey to see and hear the sights and sounds of the old west. Bailey’s Buckaroos is a classic country music extravaganza, which is fun for the whole family.
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LISA BROKOP
LEGENDARY LADIES OF COUNTRY FEATURING GEORGETTE JONES Wednesday, October 30, 7:00 PM. Tickets $55 |
ENGAGE IN A UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE and take a musical take a musical journey through time with the Legendary Ladies of Country. Canadian born and Nashville based recording artist Lisa Brokop shares her stories and songs of women who graced the country stage and influenced the artist she is today. Lisa highlights songs from her favorites: Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Dottie West, Tanya Tucker, Barbara Mandrell and more. The show includes Georgette Jones, the only daughter of legends Tammy Wynette and George Jones. Georgette will provide a glimpse of what it was like growing up with country music royalty and performs some of her mothers classic music. Along with an array of multimedia images, Lisa Brokop and Georgette Jones invite the audience to share in an incredibly heartwarming and joy filled evening of music and memories! ”These amazing ladies are the reason I fell in love with country music and I am grateful for the path they’ve paved for people like me. I am honored to celebrate these pioneers of country music!” — LISA BROKOP Who’s Gonna Fill Their Heels, a collaboration between Lisa and Georgette is an adaptation of the George Jones classic song Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes, written specifically for the show!
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BATTLE OF BRITAIN
REMEMBRANCE DAY DOUBLE FEATURE WITH TED BARRIS Presented by the Camrose Booster Friday, November 8 |
The Camrose Booster Remembrance Day double feature returns to the Bailey, featuring lecturer Ted Barris and a screening of Battle of Britain.
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RIFF RAFF - AC/DC TRIBUTE
Presented by the The Bailey Theatre Society Saturday, November 9, 8:00 pm. Early bird tickets $20, $25 after November 2nd. |
Introducing Riff Raff, an electrifying tribute band hailing from the vibrant city of Edmonton, dedicated to capturing the raw energy and iconic sound of the Bon Scott era of AC/DC. Paying homage to one of the greatest rock bands in history, Riff Raff takes audiences on a thrilling journey back to the golden age of AC/DC when the charismatic Bon Scott fronted the band. With a passion for authenticity and a commitment to delivering a high-octane live experience, Riff Raff has become a driving force in the tribute band scene, earning a reputation for their uncanny ability to channel the spirit of AC/DC's early years. Edmonton's own musical powerhouse, Riff Raff, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of AC/DC, ensuring that the thunderous riffs and rebellious spirit of the Bon Scott era continue to resonate with fans old and new. Get ready to rock as Riff Raff brings the timeless magic of AC/DC to life on stages across Alberta and beyond.
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ALTAMEDA
Presented by Rose City Roots Music Scoiety Friday, November 15, 8:00 pm. Tickets $30 (Students $25) |
“Bought a dead man’s suit in Denver / Then I wore it onstage,” sings Altameda’s Troy Snaterse, his voice drifting out over a bed of slowly shifting piano and synth chords. “Got me thinking about impermanence / How everything dies with age.”
Like much of Altameda’s stunning new album, Born Losers, the line is at once simple and profound, a visceral snapshot of a moment in time that speaks to something far deeper about the human condition. Recorded with acclaimed producer Thomas D’Arcy (Neko Case, The Sheepdogs) and mixed by studio wiz Tucker Martine (My Morning Jacket, Whitney, REM), Born Losers is a meditation on change, loss, and growth, but more than that, it’s a reckoning with mortality, a call to live while we’re still alive. The band recorded the album after moving from Edmonton to Toronto, and Snaterse wrote much of the lyrics during a tumultuous stretch in which he nearly lost his father to a stroke, only to lose his 18-year-old stepbrother just weeks later in a tragic accident. The resulting emotional upheaval permeates the music in ways both painful and transcendent, with raw, candid performances often arriving wrapped inside gorgeous, gently atmospheric arrangements. Where past Altameda records showcased the sound of a rock and roll band cutting loose live in the studio, Born Losers is an exercise in craftsmanship and restraint, one that relies on subtlety over brute force as it learns to let go and fully embrace the present. |
BAILEY FILM SERIES: SUZE
Presented by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 pm. Admission to this event is free. Donations are gratefully accepted. |
When her only daughter goes off to university, an empty-nest mother gets stuck taking care of her daughter's heartbroken ex-boyfriend, whom she can't stand.
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THE BAILEY BUCKAROOS
Presented by 840 CFCW Sunday, November 24, 2:00 pm. Tickets $25 |
840 CFCW Presents The Bailey Buckaroos Classic Country Music Extravaganza. Special guests are featured each month with performances at The Bailey Theatre. Join us at the Bailey to see and hear the sights and sounds of the old west. Bailey’s Buckaroos is a classic country music extravaganza, which is fun for the whole family.
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GODFREY BLAQUE
Presented by Lamb Ford Saturday, November 30, 8:00 pm. Tickets $30 |
All it takes is one song to bring back 1000 memories. Godfrey Blaque will take you down memory lane or introduce you to that time period
Godfrey Blaque returns to the Bailey Theatre on Saturday, November 30 with their great classic rock tunes from the 60’s and 70’s. 2024 marks their 56th year in the music industry. Just like fine wine the sweet sounds of Godfrey Blaque improve with age. The five-piece band fills the auditorium with rich vocals and smooth sound. Whether you are a long-time fan or hearing the band for the first time the evening will be fun filled as you dance the night away. Godfrey Blaque …has been 56 years in entertainment, Godfrey Blaque is often referred to as best dance band in the region, don't miss this one! |
BAILEY FILM SERIES:
THE POLAR EXPRESS Presented by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty Wednesday, December 18, 7:00 pm. Admission to this event is free. Donations are gratefully accepted. |
On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.
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THE BAILEY BUCKAROOS
Presented by 840 CFCW Sunday, December 22, 2:00 pm. Tickets $25 |
840 CFCW Presents The Bailey Buckaroos Classic Country Music Extravaganza. Special guests are featured each month with performances at The Bailey Theatre. Join us at the Bailey to see and hear the sights and sounds of the old west. Bailey’s Buckaroos is a classic country music extravaganza, which is fun for the whole family.
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