Music

Revered for her fearless, experimental, and emotionally honest comedy, Maria Bamford has built a singular career transforming conversations around mental health into performances that are hilarious, vulnerable, and profoundly human. Her work has earned widespread critical acclaim for its originality and emotional intelligence, cementing her status as one of the most important voices in modern comedy.

A true trailblazer in stand-up, Maria was the first female comic to record two half-hour Comedy Central Presents specials and starred alongside Patton Oswalt, Zach Galifianakis, and Brian Posehn in the influential stand-up collective The Comedians of Comedy. She also created and starred in the cult-hit web series The Maria Bamford Show, famously playing every character herself.

Beyond stand-up, Maria is one of the most recognizable voices in animation, with credits including Big Mouth, Human Resources, Bob's Burgers, BoJack Horseman, Adventure Time, and WordGirl, among many others. On-screen, she appeared as DeBrie Bardeaux on Arrested Development and has held recurring roles on Everything's Gonna Be Okay, Flatbush Misdemeanors, and Fresh Off the Boat.

Every few millennia, a comic emerges, born from the cosmic soup of fate and time, jostled by the gales of change onto the unpredictable shores of comedic brilliance. This is a man who embodies pluck and wit, lighthearted yet encumbered, and a naivete that somehow remains endearing.  As Derek says:  In the grand contest of life, he stands proudly as a bona fide "participant."

Well ... truth be told, there’s a lot more to it than that.  From Vegas to St. John's, this Just For Laughs veteran is universally considered to be among the comic elite. Certainly his peers think so, as evidenced by the fact that he's a four-time nominee, and winner of Best Standup Comic - Canadian Comedy Awards, as well as a multiple Gemini nominee for Best Performance in a Comedy. As Rick Mercer says, "Everyone knows Derek is the funniest man in Canada."

Clearly the critics agree: "5 STARS - the funniest man on earth" - Winnipeg Free Press; "4 STARS - the crowd howled" - Victoria Times Colonist; "still the funniest man in Canada" - Toronto Sun; "Edwards reigns as the King of Canadian comedy" - Charlottetown Guardian; "Derek Edwards is hysterical" - Calgary Sun; "Edwards takes stand-up to next stage" - Georgia Straight; "the epitome of timing & storytelling" - Halifax Chronicle Herald; "the comedian's comedian" - London Free Press.

So come on out and join Derek for his latest show, Oxy Moron....Part Two, as it makes its way across Canada. Expect a night of perceptive guesswork and charmingly misguided jabs from a cherished performer. Enjoy some hearty laughs, a sprinkling of wisdom, and the pleasure of mingling with fellow humans. It's a triple win!

The Concert version of GREASE AND THE MUSIC OF THE 50’S & 60’s - Live on Stage!

Tribute To Grease and the Music of the 50's and 60's is an all-Canadian professional production complete with amazing multi-media video.

A Tribute to Grease features a superb cast and a repertoire that covers some of the greatest songs of the 50's and 60's. This company of talented singers, actors and comedians will leave you spellbound with their uncanny portrayal of "Grease" and the Music from the 50's and 60's.

Re-live the days of soda pop and drive-ins, poodle skirts, greased back hair, winged Cadillacs, those hazy summer days and of course ...the MUSIC! This exciting live musical stage show will take you back in time to those memorable days etched in our lives by the tunes and stars of a legendary era. Who knows you just might find yourself on stage with us doing the hand jive. Great Family Entertainment!

Just a Few of the Songs!

Born to Hand Jive, Greased Lightening, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted, Hand Jive, You're The One That I Want.

Blackrose Entertainment presents a tribute to The Sound and The Hits of the Legendary Frankie Valli and FOUR SEASONS including 'Sherry", "Let's Hang On", “Walk like a Man", "Working my way back to You" and many many more. What a great way to share your evening with that special loved one!

Welcome to the exciting and dynamic world of the History of Rock and Soul a powerful ensemble that has dazzled audiences and guests with their unique entertaining delivery This high energy group packs dance floors as they entertain with total fun and audience participation creating memories for a lifetime. As one of Canada’s most popular bands, The history of Rock and Soul captures the essence of every event with dynamic showmanship, hip choreography, high energy, great musicianship, costume changes and superb vocal harmony.

Experience the soaring harmonies, beautiful guitar playing and lyrics of one of the most celebrated vocal duos of all time - Simon and Garfunkel! 

Relive the hits like Mrs. Robinson, The Sound of Silence, Homeward Bound, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Me and Julio Down By the Schoolyard, Kodachrome, Cecilia, and many more!

Act 1 starts with the origins of Simon and Garfunkel as school friends and their hits as an acoustic duo.  

Act 2 is a stunning recreation of the 1981 concert in Central Park, featuring the full band playing Simon and Garfunkel songs and Paul Simon's solo hits. 

Old Friends is David Skolnick as Paul Simon, Danny Zaidman as Art Garfunkel, John Collin on drums and Abbey Sholzberg on bass.

Steven Page will be touring with his Trio for a special series of shows to support his new holiday album, Steven’s Greetings, set for release in the fall of 2026.  The highly anticipated release will be comprised of new originals, holiday favorites he wrote during his Barenaked Ladies years as well as traditional holiday songs sung by one of the most recognizable and powerful voices in music today.  In additional to seasonal music, Steven will also be performing the hits we all know and love from across his nearly 40-year career.

The Comic Strippers are a fictitious male stripper troupe, played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians. These guys try to be sexy… it just comes out funny. Constantly grooving and gyrating, in between scenes they banter with the crowd and perform their sexylarious twist on improv sketches. They sing, they “dance;” these guys are oiled up and ready to make you laugh. Women often say the most attractive thing about a man is his sense of humour - so ladies, these stripped-down comedians are sure to make your head explode. And not to worry, gentlemen, this is definitely a parody of male strippers. “A show suitable for both men and women… an entertaining ride where anything goes.” - Rip It Up Magazine

Semi-undressed and completely unscripted, The Comic Strippers take off their shirts and take on your suggestions to create a whole new genre of comedy.

WARNING: No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity. A show for all genders… 19+ only

Fresh from sold out shows in Vegas, Australia and across Canada and Canadian Comedy Award Winners for Best Live Production, The Comic Strippers are:

Roman Danylo - For five seasons, Roman starred on CTV’s Comedy Inc. As a stand-up comedian, he has appeared on Just For Laughs and The Debaters.

Ken Lawson - Ken starred in the Canadian sitcom Health Nutz and has performed all over North America with The Vancouver Theatre Sports League and The Second City.

Chris Casillan - An improv comedy vet with The Vancouver Theatre Sports League, Chris is also a Canadian Comedy Award winner with his sketch comedy group Canadian Content.

Pearce Visser - Pearce is a 25 year veteran of improv, performing and teaching across Canada and the globe, is in the Cirque du Soleil talent roster, and can be seen occasionally on film and tv.

★★★★★ Extremely funny comedy show that showcases their mercurial improvisational talents.” - UK Fringe  Review
★★★★ A high- energy evening that never loses pace.” - Adelaide Now
“One of the most hilarious shows I've ever seen.” - Vancouver Sun

Classic Troubadours brings you The Songs of Lennon & McCartney, a magical mystery tour of the iconic music of the Beatles, as penned by these two songwriting giants, plus select hits from their solo careers. You'll hear the songs that you associate with Lennon, including Revolution, Strawberry Fields, Across The Universe and Starting Over. And McCartney's songbook is stacked with unforgettable songs like Penny Lane, Paperback Writer, The Long and Winding Road and Maybe I'm Amazed.

Brought to you by bandleader Jacob Moon and his incredible band of Beatles fanatics including Andrew McTaggart and Chris Altmann. With a huge setlist of timeless treasures, this show is one to bring the whole family to.

El Sistema Aeolian June Concert

Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street

Doors: 6:00pm

Concert:6:30pm

Free Admission, Donations Accepted

If desired, tickets may be purchased in support of the program

Step into an afternoon of rich harmonies, thoughtful songwriting, and timeless folk music with Jessica Rhaye, Bill Preeper and Sandy MacKay – together known as Preeper Rhaye MacKay.

From New Brunswick, Canada, the trio takes listeners back to the height of the Greenwich Village folk scene of the 1960’s, while bringing a sound that feels timeless yet entirely their own. Finely blended three-part harmonies, shared lead vocals, and a seamless mix of acoustic and electric instrumentation that echo the spirit of Woody Guthrie, Ian Tyson, and early Bob Dylan.

Acclaimed songwriter and Canadian Folk Music Award nominee Jessica Rhaye, with more than 25 years of touring and nine albums to her name, leads on rhythm guitar, while Bill Preeper’s intricate fingerstyle guitar and mandolin add richness and depth. Sandy MacKay rounds out the trio on upright and electric bass, with touches of banjo that add warmth and colour to their sound.

Together, they create an intimate and engaging performance, often likened to a modern-day Peter, Paul and Mary, showcasing music from their ECMA Roots-nominated album Wood & Wire (2024) and their much-anticipated follow-up album Blackberry Lane (2026).

Whether you’ve followed folk music for years or are simply curious to experience it live, this concert offers an evening to settle in, listen closely, and connect through song, story, and harmony.