BRAMPTON: Recently at a splendid gala replete with a seemingly never-ending stream of delicious hors d’oeuvres, the Rose Theatre in Brampton launched their confirmed shows for the upcoming 2022-2023 season.
The variety entertainment night started off with a welcome to the indigenous people and showcasing their dance, followed by announcements and a steel pan/ drum duo featuring the Larnell Lewis band and the Joy Lapps project that will be bringing The Brampton International Drumming Festival later in the summer to the main stage.
Then Terrell Edwards took centre stage socking it to the crowd with his soul numbers. This sensational crooner, who Jay Leno says is a must see talent, will treat you to an unforgettable night in the fall at Studio II.
More announcements followed and on came Scottish-Canadian Gowan regaling the crowd with his affable demeanor and great tunes, ending the night with John Lennon’s timeless song, “Imagine.”
The sneak peek into the upcoming events reflects the diversity of the current make-up of the flower city including acts by a number of South Asian artists.
First up amongst the South Asian performers is Monsoon Sound on Aug 27, a free concert celebrating South Asian hip hop artists. Following that we have world renowned comedy star Shaun Majumder who is also a well known actor. Comedian and actor Ali Hassan will also turn Brampton into Laughsville.
Straight from the belly of Brooklyn in N.Y. the band Red Baraat, led by founder Sunny Jain , will leave you stunned with their energetic sounds blending hard driving bhangra with jazz, hip-hop and raw punk energy. This is a not to be missed concert which will have you on your feet dancing away, where the “dhol” moments will leave you without a dull moment.
Another interesting show will be transwoman Vivek Shraya’s debut theatrical work “How to Fail as a Pop Star.” This assistant professor at the University of Calgary will narrate in an enchanting and insightful manner her journey from singing in shopping malls to “not quite” superstardom.
Besides all these, more may be added as time goes on.
Artists from all cultural backgrounds will be represented. Many crack musicians like Tom Cochrane and Red Rider, Randy Bachman(of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive), five time Grammy award winner Robert Cray, The Original Wailers (associated with world famous Bob Marley), Martin Barre (of Jethro Tull), Big Wreck, the multi-talented Vanessa Williams, Jann Arden, Jesse Cook and Gowan of the band Styx will be performing at The Rose.
Craig Martin’s Classic Albums Live, made up of some of Canada’s finest virtuosos will be staging great classic rock and soul music note for note and cut for cut.
Across The Pond: The British Invasion will feature Leisa Way and the sensationally talented Lonely Hearts Club Band who will rock thrilling hits from Britain’s music royalty like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, Elton John and more!
The list of acts is a long one and it is best to visit therosebrampton.ca for a complete line-up.
Here’s a look at some of the shows:
Martin Barre’s 50th anniversary tour of Jethro Tull’s “Aqualung” album
Tales of an Urban Indian – one-man show by playwright Darrel Dennis
Across the Pond – tribute concert celebrating 50 years of British pop and rock music
Monsoon Sound – celebrating South Asian hip hop artists
This is Brampton: Bluebird Brampton – Johnny Rivex curates an acoustic country music night
Flow Fest – drumming festival featuring international music and culture
Tom Cochrane and Red Rider
This is Brampton: QueeriAHcity – The first queer and trans performance series in Peel Region
The Tenors: Now and Forever
Flower City Slam – poetry slam featuring Ontario’s first poet laureate, Randell Adjei.
Johnny Reid: Love Someone Tour
Terrell Edwards – Unforgettable Tour
This is Brampton: Crate Clash – DJ battle
Vanessa Williams
Anne of Green Gables The Ballet
Animal, A Farm Story – Cirque Alfonse
A New Energy – The Rose Orchestra
This is Brampton: Stand-up Stitches
Classic Albums Live: Aretha Franklin, Gold
Northern Happiness
Cinderella
Jake’s Gift
Robert Cray Band
How to Fail as a Pop Star
Serena Ryder
Shaun Majumder
Celebrate Light – The Rose Orchestra
This is Brampton: Rising Vibes
Choir! Choir! Choir! Epic 80s Singalong!
Christmas at The Rose – Brampton Concert Band
A Next Generation Leahy Christmas
This is Brampton: Hype – talent showcase featuring local artists and dancers
Prophecy Fog
Classic Albums Live: Paul Simon, Graceland
Jann Arden
Freedom Cabaret
Paddington Gets in a Jam
Magic of the Movies – The Rose Orchestra
Hyprov: Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci
Classic Albums Live: U2, Joshua Tree
Paul Reiser
The Ugly Duckling
Bachman & Bachman
Opening Night at the Opera – The Rose Orchestra
Kinky Boots
Big Wreck
Jesse Cook
Red Baraat
A Rose Festival – The Rose Orchestra
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