Centre Stage Series 2013/2014

Last Updated on Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:16

Welcome to the Brand-New All-Canadian Centre Stage Series Line-Up 2013/2014!

Showcasing Fantastic Canadian Music on One Great Stage!

Current Subscribers have until June 30 to renew their subscriptions for the upcoming season.
New subscriptions will be on sale in July. Please check back in early July.

Season Subscriptions: include all six concerts, per seat: $150.00
Single Concert Tickets: $32.00 per seat per show and will be on sale for all shows in late August

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Here's our new and exciting lineup:

Concert 1 Tim Hus Canadiana Cowboy Singer Opening Night: Friday, September 20, 2013 Second Night: Saturday, September 21, 2013 Showtime: 7:30 pm Albertan & Canadiana cowboy releases his latest CD produced by Harry Stinson of Marty Stuart’s Fabulous Superlatives at the Empress. Enjoy this new music collection! Check out his photo....yes, that's Tim Hus on the Empress Theatre stage! Cool shot! “Tim Hus may well be the ultimate in Canadiana songwriters" -Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine
Concert 2 Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys PEI's Fast Paced, Smooth Dancin' Bluegrass Group Opening Night: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 Second Night: Thursday, October 17, 2013 Showtime: 7:30 pm Award winning P.E.I. bluegrass group who thrill audiences at every turn with their old-time roots music and Gordie’s high energy fiddling and step dancing. • Tom Power's "Best Discovery Band" at 2012 East Coast Music Awards • Winners of two 2011 Music PEI Awards • Showcase PEI 2011 "Showcase Artist of the Year" • Nominated for Roots/Traditional Group Recording at 2011 ECMAs
Concert 3 Canadian Country Christmas with Sean Hogan, Duane Steele and Samantha King Celebrate the Christmas season country style! Opening Night: Friday, December 6, 2013 Second Night: Saturday, December 7, 2013 Showtime: 7:30 pm A Canadian Country Christmas featuring Sean Hogan and guest stars Duane Steele and Samantha King come together for the 10th annual revue starring Canadian country artists performing favourite Christmas songs and other great tunes! “When you make an album this good it transcends genres … well written, soulful tracks … If there is a better country album than this in 2012, I will be surprised” – John Emms, Music Journalist and Radio Host
Concert 4 J.P. Cormier with Emily Dingwall Multi-Instrumentalist and Dazzling Musicianship Opening Night: Thursday, February 20, 2014 Second Night: Friday, February 21, 2014 Showtime: 7:30 pm The fabulous multi-talented J.P. Cormier who has toured for 30+ years brings his dazzling music and vocals to the Empress along with singer/ songwriter Emily Dingwall on bass and vocals. "Working with J.P. was the most fun, inspiring and all 'round best experience we've ever had recording a CD. He gets inside the songs, makes you dig deep and brings out the best in everyone he is around. We got everything we wanted and more. He helped us create our favourite CD to date!" - The Laws
Concert 5 Connie Kaldor Canadian Folk Star Opening Night: Thursday, April 3, 2014 Second Night: Friday, April 4, 2014 Showtime: 7:30 pm A three-time Juno Award winning famed Canadian singer/songwriter, this star of folk music sings her original songs in a riveting performance that ensures her an ever expanding fan base with every show. “A masterful performer, wildly funny one moment, deeply personal the next.” *-The Boston Globe*
Concert 6 David Francey Truly Authentic Scottish-born Canadian Singer/Songwriter with a flair for openhearted singing and an ability to capture the audience's heart. Opening Night: Thursday, May 1, 2014 Second Night: Friday, May 2, 2014 Showtime: 7:30 pm A talented former carpenter turned singer whose truly authentic flair branded him one of Canada’s most revered songwriters earning him three Juno Awards. "One of Canada's outstanding poets, songwriters, storytellers. That's David Francey with a lovely little tribute to tonight." - Ron MacLean, Hockey Night in Canada. November 22/03 - Following the Canadian Heritage Classic Hockey Game.