Move to the beat in December!
Talented musicians will be on stage this month in Muskoka, so get those toes ready to tap!
Read on to learn more.
Quartette
Experience music through the genius of Quartette! Whether it’s traditional favourites like “Silent Night” and “What Child Is This?” or Quartette originals such as “The Perfect Christmas Tree” and “Hope, Peace, Joy and Love”, Canadian singer/songwriters Cindy Church, Caitlin Hanford, Gwen Swick and Sylvia Tyson enchant with their singularly lush harmonies, unique arrangements and rich variety of musical influences.
When: December 4, 2019, at 7:30 PM
Where: Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
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Muskoka Rock Choir’s Season 15: Let It Be
Relax with the beloved Muskoka Rock Choir: Let It Be. Get excited for songs by Radiohead, Lorde, Prince, Green Day, Coldplay, The Beatles, and many more. It is going to be a wonderful evening with special guests Sean Cotton, The Mighty Lopez and Jamie Hassard.
When: December 6, 2019, at 7:30 PM
Where: Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
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Imagine That!
When Josh Farmburger’s family announces that he’s moving to a new town, he’s anything but excited. What if he doesn’t fit in? To make matters worse, his childhood imaginary friend has shown up for the first time in years, completely unannounced and very unwelcome. That throws a wrench into his plans to seem normal. Josh decides to make a splash at his new school by entering the talent show, but all he has are some shoe puns and his wild imagination. Plus, the talent show is run by the meanest girl in school, who has a nasty imaginary friend of her own.
When: December 6, 2019, at 6:30 PM
Where: Gravenhurst Opera House
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Muskoka Men of Song Christmas Concert
The Muskoka Men of Song’s Annual Christmas Concert – “Deck the Hall with Sounds of Joy” – will feature the Monck Public School “Choir on Fire” – Choir, FOGG, Muskoka’s MenFolk and two bursary winning students. Always a fun-filled evening, with snacks and fellowship to follow.
When: December 7, 2019, at 7:00 PM and December 8, 2019, at 2:00 PM
Where: Rene Caisse Theatre, Bracebridge
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Dwayne Gretzky
If you’re looking for a great night out this holiday party season, don’t miss Dwayne Gretzky, a live music collective celebrating the greatest songs of all time. Transcending both era and genre, this prodigiously talented group of Toronto musicians captivates audiences with a masterfully curated tour of artists from both the classic and modern pop canon – from Bowie to Beyoncé, Springsteen to Spears, The Supremes to The Strokes. We bet you’ll be on the dance floor from the first song!
When: December 7, 2019, at 9:00 PM
Where: Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville
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Slocan Ramblers
The Slocan Ramblers (2019 Juno Award Nominees) are Canada’s bluegrass band to watch. Rooted in tradition, fearlessly creative and possessing a bold, dynamic sound, The Slocans have become a leading light of today’s acoustic music scene. With a reputation for energetic live shows, impeccable musicianship and an uncanny ability to convert anyone within earshot into a lifelong fan.
When: December 11, 2019, at 8:00 PM
Where: Gravenhurst Opera House
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Warren Miller’s Timeless
Much of the world has changed since Warren Miller started making ski films in 1949, but the passion of snow riders across the globe has stayed the same. Timeless emulates the enduring spirit of winter and gives a deserving nod to the past seven decades of ski cinematography, while looking toward on the future. Get ready to kick off your winter with a cast of fresh faces, inspirational locales, plenty of laughs and camaraderie, and a classic blend of the new and old.
When: December 11, 2019, at 7:30 PM
Where: Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
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Good Lovelies Christmas
Still merry after all these years, Good Lovelies return with their 13th annual Christmas tour with shows across Ontario. What better way to celebrate the season than with classic holiday and winter selections, timeless and original material polished to a warm and welcoming glow?
When: December 13, 2019, at 7:30 PM
Where: Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
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A Christmas Carol
Penny-pinching miser Ebenezer Scrooge is well-known across Victorian London for being far more interested in making money than friends. Above all else, he hates Christmas time and its spirit of giving. But on one particular Christmas Eve, several spirits give Ebenezer the surprise of his life, as they whisk him off on a magical journey through past, present and future, to show him the true meaning of the season.
When: December 14, 2019, at 2:00 PM
Where: Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
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Yuk Yuks: All-Star Holiday Show
Mike Rita is exactly what you think a comic should be: funny, smart and relatable. He was the winner of the Second City’s ‘Cream of Comedy’ and the runner up for Now Magazine’s 2014 & 2015 ‘Best Male Stand-up’. Laurie Elliott is a stand-up comic, actor and television writer. She is a winner of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award and is a four-time winner of Best Female Stand Up at The Canadian Comedy Awards. MC Ted Morris always looks like he’s having the most fun in the room when he’s on stage. His intelligent, off-beat humour and wickedly charming smile lets us all know that our slightly warped thoughts are just fine.
When: December 14, 2019, at 8:00 PM
Where: Peter’s Players, Gravenhurst
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Kyung-A Lee: Christmas Concert
The Muskoka Concert Association is pleased to present Kyung-A Lee for our Christmas Concert. This incredible local pianist has a burning passion for music which has taken her around the world, playing for international audiences.
When: December 14, 2019, at 7:00 PM
Where: Gravenhurst Opera House
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New Years with Fleetwood Nicks and Practically Petty
Exploring material from Rumours to Stevie’s solo work to Tom Petty/Stevie Nicks hits as well– this show exudes the mystique and charm of both famous artists in a stunning recreation of some of the worlds most popular music. Fleetwood Nicks portrays Fleetwood Mac with incredible authenticity. Backed by seasoned professionals, it is a show you will not want to miss.
Every performance of Practically Petty is true to the spirit and essence of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. They have the Tom Petty look and sound. The group prides itself on using the same equipment as the Heartbreakers so that they don’t leave any stone unturned.
When: December 31, 2019, at 9:00 PM
Where: Peter’s Players, Gravenhurst
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