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Image of Erin Costello in a black turtleneck. Text reads: Erin Costello: Carole King's Tapestry and We Can Get Over

Erin Costelo: Carole King’s Tapestry and We Can Get Over 🎶

February 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Award-winning Nova Scotia artist and producer Erin Costelo will present one of the most beloved albums in history, Carole King’s “Tapestry.” In addition to this album, Erin will showcase her album We Can Get Over in an opening set.

Image of Erin Costelo in a black turtleneck. Text reads: Erin Costello: Carole King's Tapestry and We Can Get Over

In 2022, We Can Get Over celebrates its 10-year anniversary and was highly inspired by the songwriting of Carole King, making it a perfect fit to complete this show. We Can Get Over is a soulful affair that draws from classic singer-songwriter records of the ‘60s and ‘70s to build a warm, intimate atmosphere that harboured songs about those things in life worth fighting for: love, freedom, hope.

$18 – $36
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Fredericton , New Brunswick E3B 1C2 Canada
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Dancers in Rubberband, Vic's Mix

Rubberband: Vic’s Mix →

January 25, 2023 @ 8:00 am 5:00 pm

RUBBERBAND dance company expertly blends urban and contemporary dance, while including theatricality and highly athletic segments. Vic’s Mix is a highlight reel of artistic director/choreographer Victor Quijada’s repertoire. In this remix of his own work, Quijada goes further in his experiments defying notions of theatricality and audience expectations, orchestrating the clash between urban pop and classical composition. These dancers are sure to astound in this creative and athletic dance collection. 

Dancers in Rubberband, Vic's Mix

Vic’s Mix is a RUBBERBAND production supported by Festival international DansEncore, the Canada Council for the Arts, the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, the Conseil des arts de Montréal, and the Ontario Arts Council.

“Pay What You Will” is offered on select performances. Here’s how it works:

– You still need a ticket. Book your seats in advance at tickets.theplayhouse.ca, by calling our box office at 458-8344, or visiting us at 686 Queen Street.

– At the performance, we will provide an envelope and ask audience members to pay whatever amount they wish (based on their own individual experience) following the performance.

You decide the price of your tickets!

The objective of “Pay What You Will” is to increase access to our programs, and to encourage our patrons to take a chance on new and exciting performances.

Max 6 tickets.

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Adam Baldwin with Old Man Luedecke 🎶

April 29, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Singer-songwriter Adam Baldwin has been a mainstay of the Atlantic Canada music scene for over a decade. With his sophomore full-length, Concertos & Serenades, Adam Baldwin – born and raised “inside these imaginary lines” that denote Nova Scotia – offers an east coast testimony that challenges the typical tourism marketing gloss. Through eight masterful yarns, the songwriter bears witness and pays tribute to a tradition of desperation: sinners and losers, perpetual failures, and down-and-out phantoms that haunt his home’s coastlines and back roads – without a passing judgement. Some of the tales happened, some didn’t, and most walk a tightrope between truth and fiction.

Adam Baldwin headshot

Starting as a member of rock combo Gloryhound before joining Matt Mays & El Torpedo in 2009, Baldwin’s own music has continued to evolve since his award winning self-titled solo debut EP in 2013. In 2016 Baldwin released his first full length album No Telling When (Precisely Nineteen Eight-Five) featuring the singles “Daylight” and “Anytime”. In 2019 he released the follow up No Rest for the Wicked, including “Salvation” and “Dark Beside the Dawn”.

In March 2020, with in person performances impossible due to COVID-19, Baldwin launched his Cross-Country Chin Up concert series, almost every Friday evening on YouTube. In addition to making this weekly opportunity to connect virtually with fans, he also raised funds for the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, Red Cross Stronger Together Nova Scotia Fund, RCMP Fallen Officer Fund, and the Black Cultural Society for Nova Scotia. The online concert series also produced two digital EPs: Chin Up Sessions (originals) and Songs for the Parlour (covers)

$30
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Fredericton , New Brunswick E3B 1C2 Canada
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Lúnasa 🎻

February 10, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Irish acoustic band Lúnasa’s complex arrangements and unique sound reshaped the boundaries of traditional music, and have energized audiences the world over. Folk Roots magazine described the group, formed in 1997 from members of some of the greatest Irish groups of the previous decade, as the “Irish music dream team.”

The five members of Lunasa holding their instruments.

 

One of the most influential bands in the history of traditional music, they’ve collaborated with Natalie Merchant, Mary-Chapin Carpenter, and Tim O’Brien and performed at the Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie Hall, and Glastonbury Festival. 

Get ready for an energetic performance from one of the highest-profile traditional Irish bands around!  

$18 – $36
686 Queen Street
Fredericton , New Brunswick E3B 1C2 Canada
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Piaf! The Show 🎶

January 22, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Straight from Paris, the history, spectacle and the music that is Piaf.

Four actors about to bow at the end of a performance.
Lisboa, Portugal

With a million tickets sold in more than 50 countries and acclaimed reviews worldwide PIAF ! THE SHOW – a musical celebration of the life and music of the legendary French chanteuse EDITH PIAF – actually in world tour.

The highlight of the American leg of a 300 performance global tour was the special presentation at Carnegie Hall on January 6, 2017 on the 60th anniversary of Edith Piaf’s last performance at the famous venue.

In two 45-minutes acts, the show narrates the rags-to-riches story of the Parisian singer’s career through her unforgettable songs, complemented by a visual tapestry of previously unreleased photographs and images of famous Parisian locations of the Edith Piaf era.

Saint John – Imperial Theatre – 21 Jan.

Fredericton – The Playhouse – 22 Jan.

Moncton – The Capitol – 24 Jan.

$18 – $45
686 Queen Street
Fredericton , New Brunswick E3B 1C2 Canada
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Songs of the City. January 18th, 2023. The Playhouse, 7pm

Songs of the City: United Way of Central NB 🏙

December 21, 2022 @ 8:00 am 5:00 pm

Songs of the City is a special evening of compelling speakers and songwriters that tells the transformative stories of everyday people whose lives have been impacted because of your ongoing support of United Way.  Songs of the City is a celebration of our community, and a thank you for your help in making it a better place for everyone who lives here.

Songs of the City. January 18th, 2023. The Playhouse, 7pm

These inspiring narratives will tell the transformative stories of people right here in our community whose lives have been changed because of your support of the United Way. We’re excited to share stories from Autism Connections, Meals on Wheels, Partners for Youth and Under One Sky Friendship Centre.

Storytellers will be paired with local musicians to tell their story through song, featuring music from Judie Acquin, Dylan Ward (Marian), Justine Everett (Les Chanterelles), Wolfcastle and The Olympic Symphonium.

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Headshot of Derek Seguin. Text reads: Derek Seguin Stand Up Comedy. Unmasked and Uncensored. Presented by Hubcap Promotions

Derek Seguin Unmasked and Uncensored 🎤

January 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Back from the ashes of a Covid-19 comedy career, Derek Seguin is back out on tour with a vengeance. He shares his lock-down experience with his family, how he was somehow chosen by the Quebec government to be the spokesperson on how to stay safe and sound during the pandemic (Seems the government didn’t do its research on role-model candidates), and some new adventures he’s been on during and since the (hopefully) end of the pandemic.

Headshot of Derek Seguin. Text reads: Derek Seguin Stand Up Comedy. Unmasked and Uncensored. Presented by Hubcap Promotions

And there will probably be some swearing, and a few dirty stories sprinkled in there too. One thing is for certain; Derek is back with a re-invigored enthusiasm and excitement at being back on stage in front of live people. A show not to be missed for anyone who loves stand-up comedy.

*Please be advised this performance contains frequent use of strong language and is intended for mature audiences.

$40 – $60

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Celtic musicians performing at the Fredericton Playhouse.

Sláinte: A Celtic Soirée II ☘️

March 11, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

In 2021 Frantically Atlantic staged Sláinte A Celtic Soirée at the Fredericton Playhouse to a sold-out crowd!

Celtic musicians performing at the Fredericton Playhouse.

Due to Covid Restrictions we had to postpone our 2022 performance. However, we will be back on March 11, 2023. We have a stellar line up of ten musicians and performers with instruments that include fiddle, accordion, Irish Bouzouki, bodhran, penny whistles, piano, bass, guitar, ukulele, concertina, hammered dulcimer, banjo, Shruti box and spoons.

We will weave poems by William Butler Yeats throughout the performance and it is our goal to celebrate our rich Celtic roots through music, song, storytelling, and Irish dance. Our show is directed and produced by Don Rigley and Michelle Daigle of Frantically Atlantic. Our lighting designer is Jonathan Harpur and our videographer is Gary Weekes.

Our performers include Don Rigley, Tom Richards, Julie Robinson, Patrick and Dan Steeves, Michel Boudreault, Dennis Beers, Carolyn Holyoke and Michelle Daigle with special guest Julia Bannister. A portion of our proceeds will benefit the Atlantic Wildlife Institute.

We are dedicating our show in memory of Maura Heffernan.

$33.50
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Actors from Robin Hood dressed as Maid Marion, Robin Hood, and the Sherif of Nottgham

Robin Hood: Dufflebag Theatre 🏹

December 27, 2022 @ 2:00 pm 3:00 pm

The audience is the star of the show in DuffleBag Theatre’s hilarious twist on the classic tale of Robin Hood and his merry band!

Actors from Robin Hood dressed as Maid Marion, Robin Hood, and Prince John.


While the King is away the people of England suffer under the oppressive rule of his tax-happy brother, Prince John. Only a straight arrow like Robin Hood, the best archer in the land, can save England! By stealing from the rich and giving back to the poor, Robin keeps the spirit of justice alive, with the help of a few friends along the way, including Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, and Little John. But what if the Prince and the dreaded Sheriff of Nottingham lay a trap for our hero? With all the humour and fun you’ve come to expect, DuffleBag hits the mark with this on-target tale of derring-do!

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Photo of the 2019 Soulpepper Theatre production featuring Hailey Gillis (centre) and the ensemble. The production was directed by Gregory Prest and designed by Lorenzo Savoini (set & lighting), Alexandra Lord (projection) and Kaitlyn MacKinnon (sound). Photo by Cylla von Tiedemann.

Rose: A New Musical 🎵

April 21, 2023 @ 7:30 pm 9:30 pm

Music and book by Mike Ross, lyrics and book by Sarah Wilson.
Featuring the students of TNB Theatre School’s Senior Musical Theatre program.

Photo of the 2019 Soulpepper Theatre production featuring Hailey Gillis (centre) and the ensemble. The production was directed by Gregory Prest and designed by Lorenzo Savoini (set & lighting), Alexandra Lord (projection) and Kaitlyn MacKinnon (sound). Photo by Cylla von Tiedemann.

In the idyllic mountain town of Somewhere, everyone knows exactly who they are and what their place is. Except for Rose. Rose is different, and she knows it. Rose has big questions about the world around her, and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to find the answers for herself.

April 21 | Fredericton Playhouse | 7:30 pm | BUY TICKETS

April 22 | Fredericton Playhouse | 2:00 pm | BUY TICKETS

April 22 | Fredericton Playhouse | 7:30 pm | BUY TICKETS

686 Queen Street
Fredericton , New Brunswick E3B 1C2 Canada
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