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The Platters and The Ink Spots
Shows February 11, 8:00 PM. The Platters were one of the top vocal groups of the 1950's, selling 53 million records and being among the first doo-wop groups to be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
The Ink Spots were a popular vocal group that helped define the musical genre that led to rhythm & blues and rock and roll, and the subgenre doo-wop.
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Madison Kozak: A Country Valentine
Performing with South Mountain on Saturday, February 13, A Country Valentine is a fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Heath Kawartha Lakes Branch.
In the summer of 2007, Madison took the stage and won the Havelock Jamboree Talent Contest and followed that up with a performance at the 2008 Havelock Jamboree on the main stage infront of a crowd of 50,000!
Growing up Madison took a love to country music and legends like Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton. At the tender age of 13, she is now co- writing her own songs and recording internationally. Madison treasures moments where she has performed alongside such great entertainers as Kris Kristofferson, June Carter, George Hamilton IV, Crystal Gale, Johnny Reid, Tommy Cash and more.
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Ron James - Mental as Anything
With an unprecedented five television comedy specials under his belt and a new CBC-TV comedy series launching Sept. 25 at 8pm, Canada’s busiest and best-selling comedian RON JAMES takes to the road with a new “gut-bustingly, knee-slappingly funny” 90-minute rant MENTAL AS ANYTHING.
Whether wrestling with society’s accelerated rate of change, stumbling on nostril drooling bull moose during forest hikes, or experiencing the virtues of backyard composting and its promise of immortality, James brings a ‘foot soldier’s perspective from the trenches’ in our collective march through Life’s bright fury.
Incorporating a passionate love of language, with a physically charged word-perfect delivery, James takes the audience on a roller coaster ride of seat-soaking laughs: “a comedic tour de force” - Globe & Mail; “5 STARS - Utterly Brilliant” - Ottawa Sun; “fits of helpless laughter” - Halifax Chronicle Herald; “funniest man in Canada” - Victoria Times-Colonist; “4 STARS - a wheezing, snorting, chortling, gasping night of hilarity” - Edmonton Sun; “convulsed with laughter” - Toronto Star; “fast, funny and smart” - Montreal Gazette; “thunderous standing ovation” - Saskatoon Star Phoenix; “the epitome of timing & storytelling”- Halifax ChronicleHerald.
From camping in leaky canvas-walled tent trailers in that idyllic summer of 1969 … to a man at the crossroads of mid-life, James traces a trajectory across the landscape of contemporary culture, satirizing everything from button-down-rule-righteous life insurance agents to sanctimonious eco-freaks... just ‘connecting the dots’ while trying his best to clarify the chaos of this new century we’re all walking through before he goes ‘Mental As Anything himself! Visit www.ronjames.ca
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The Irish Descendants
The Irish Descendants: 20 Years and counting... On Sale Tuesday, December 8!
As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, Entertainer of the Year at the East Coast Music Awards, and Juno Award winner for Best Roots/Traditional Artists - The Irish Descendants - will begin celebrating 20 years plying their musical trade. Having graced the stage at festivals and concert halls all over the world, including
headlining Newfoundland’s 500th Anniversary Celebration, The Irish Descendants will be representing the province, along with Great Big Sea, by entertaining at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games! Few bands last from one decade to the next, even fewer continue to make great music, and none continue to attract new fans the way The Irish Descendants do...
The Irish Descendants - 20 Years and Counting... fresh on the heels of releasing their 13th studio album “Encore: The Best of The Irish Descendants Vol. 2" are heading out on a seven-city tour which includes Sarnia, Port Hope, Huntsville, Lindsay, Brockville, Kingston, and culminating in Ottawa on St Patrick’s Day. What better way to spend the “week of the Irish” than with Newfoundland’s undisputed Kings of Celtic? “The Descendants had the first ten rows on their feet with the opening strums of their instruments” - Ottawa Citizen; “The Irish Descendants have the Atlantic lapping off the stage, the salt sting in the theatre air...” - Toronto Star. A live show that boasts familiar tunes and thunderous harmonies, coupled with a down-to-earth sense of humour, The Irish Descendants will tug at the hearts of both expat and wannabe Newfoundlanders everywhere.
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The Day the Music Died
A musical Tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper - Saturday April 3 @ 7:30pm
Golly !! It's a musical tribute to the pioneers of Rock'n'Roll that will have you dancing in the isles. This high voltage show features such hits as Peggy Sue, That'll be the Day, Oh Donna, La bamba, Chantilly Lace and many more.
Featuring James Begley as Buddy Holly, Jackson Begley as Ritchie Valens, Victor J Hanson as the Big Bopper/Comedic Host and backed by Canada's Favorite Show Band "Gerie & the Koasters".
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coldjack
Hot off the release of their debut album, State of Mind, coldjack is excited to be playing at The Academy Theatre for Performing Arts on May 1 @ 8:00 pm.
This rapidly rising Canadian pop band features original material layered with rich and varied jazz/funk, R&B and reggae influences that appeal to all age groups. High energy and a great live performance are the hallmarks of a coldjack concert.
In 2002, lead singer/songwriter, John Fraser moved to Canada from London, England where he was front man of the original U.K. coldjack band in the 1990s. He performed in such venues as London’s famous Rock Garden where he followed Jon Bon Jovi.
Other members of the band include: Andre Blais/bass guitar, Brad Ryder/percussion, Dan Harrington/drums, Daryl Yaeger/trumpet, Jesse Richard/guitar, and Michael Kernen/saxophone, flute, and clarinet.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to see this group live! It will be a night you won’t quickly forget. Here’s what fans are saying about coldjack:
“I enjoy coldjack's music so much, I have their CD in my car and I listen constantly!”
“…the lyrics are very personal, raw, and even intimate in an almost spooky way—which makes it all very moving.”
Tickets on sale Feb. 10
Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson has been using that philosophy for almost fifty years to capture the attention of millions of country music fans around the world, en route to becoming a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and one of the most popular, most enduring entertainers of our time.
He’s known, in fact as “Whispering Bill,” a nickname hung on him years ago as a result of his breathy voice and his warm, soft approach to singing a country song. His credentials, however, shout his prominence: One of the most awarded songwriters in the history of country music, a million-selling recording artist many times over, television game show host, network soap opera star, spokesman for a nationwide restaurant chain, and a consummate onstage performer. His back-up group, The Po’ Folks Band, has long been considered one of the finest instrumental and vocal groups in the business. May 13th at 7:30pm.
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High School Musical 2
High School Musical 2 is coming to the Academy Theatre stage this May 2010! Brought to you by the same talented cast and creative team that brought you sold-out High School Musical performances last May. Don't miss out on seeing this show! Shows May 21, 22, 23 and May 28, 29.
Ask us about our HSM2 holiday ticket special.
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2010 season sponsors show support!
There is something to be said for the strength of tradition, and the vibrancy of a community lies in that strength. When an institution holds up through countless generations, it becomes a part of the very landscape of the Community it helps define. This is the case with Lindsay's Academy Theatre for Performing Arts.
For well over a century, this grand old building has been the source for great entertainment, spanning the varied styles that have come and gone with each passing decade. The fact that it continues to fulfill its original purpose as a live theatre venue is a testimony to the value of its heritage.
Special offer
The Academy Theatre for Performing Arts is pleased to be able to bring to you coupons for special discounts from our various season sponsors. This is just one way in which we are partnering with the larger community of the City of Kawartha Lakes to say thank you to our patrons for their ongoing support of culture and business in our area.
Click on the coupon, at left, for great deals!
Volunteer!
Volunteering at the Academy Theatre is a wonderful way to make an impact on the arts in our community. If you would like to volunteer your time and talent to maintaining this wonderful Community landmark, contact the Theatre. We would love to hear from you! We do support students seeking Community Service Hours as well.
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