Come get folked up! East Valley Special is a 3-piece band comprised of Nick Hamlyn (guitar, vocals), Sarah White (mandolin, vocals) and Tom Brennan (violin, vocals). Hailing from Corner Brook, East Valley Special is happy to join GMSM’s lineup of Trad Artists. Covering a wide array of songs, an evening with these musicians will take you through various eras and artists, but always with their own folk-inspired flavor for good measure. Come hear some old favorites, and perhaps gain…

The story of a marriage is at the center of I Do! I Do!, an intimate and nostalgic work by Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones (The Fantasticks). Written as a star vehicle for theatre legends, Mary Martin and Robert Preston, the original Broadway production received seven Tony Award nominations. Featuring Tracy Michailidis and Jonathan Monro. This intimate musical follows one couple through fifty years of love, quarrels and marriage.

The story of a marriage is at the center of I Do! I Do!, an intimate and nostalgic work by Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones (The Fantasticks). Written as a star vehicle for theatre legends, Mary Martin and Robert Preston, the original Broadway production received seven Tony Award nominations. Featuring Tracy Michailidis and Jonathan Monro. This intimate musical follows one couple through fifty years of love, quarrels and marriage.

After a nearly sold-out run last season, King of Broadway is back again! Based on the book King of Broadway by Charles Foster, this show features an original script and songs by Jody Richardson telling the story of Donald Brian, a Newfoundlander who became one of the biggest stars on Broadway at the turn of the 20th century. Starring Jody Richardson, Wendy Woodland, Ian Locke, and Robert Humber, this show captures the hearts of the audience with the story of…

After a nearly sold-out run last season, King of Broadway is back again! Based on the book King of Broadway by Charles Foster, this show features an original script and songs by Jody Richardson telling the story of Donald Brian, a Newfoundlander who became one of the biggest stars on Broadway at the turn of the 20th century. Starring Jody Richardson, Wendy Woodland, Ian Locke, and Robert Humber, this show captures the hearts of the audience with the story of…

Few traditional Newfoundland bands have risen as quickly in the ranks as Rum Ragged. Formed by singer/guitarist Mark Manning and singer/accordion player Aaron Collis along with Anthony Chafe on bodhran and Michael Boone on bass and banjo. Rum Ragged has garnered respect from a loyal, ever-growing fan base as well as their musical peers. From spirited instrumentals to heartfelt ballads, they pay homage to the greats that came before them while carving out a fresh, unique sound of their own.

One of Newfoundland's most accomplished musicians, frontman Jody Richardson gathers some of your favorite GMSM musicians - Diederik, Sarah, Robert, and Michael, for a musical adventure like no other. Featuring Jody Richardson, Robert Humber, Michael Moulton, Diederik van Dijk, and Sarah Newell.

  After a nearly sold-out run last season, King of Broadway is back again! Based on the book King of Broadway by Charles Foster, this show features an original script and songs by Jody Richardson telling the story of Donald Brian, a Newfoundlander who became one of the biggest stars on Broadway at the turn of the 20th century. Starring Jody Richardson, Wendy Woodland, Ian Locke, and Robert Humber, this show captures the hearts of the audience with the story…

  After a nearly sold-out run last season, King of Broadway is back again! Based on the book King of Broadway by Charles Foster, this show features an original script and songs by Jody Richardson telling the story of Donald Brian, a Newfoundlander who became one of the biggest stars on Broadway at the turn of the 20th century. Starring Jody Richardson, Wendy Woodland, Ian Locke, and Robert Humber, this show captures the hearts of the audience with the story…

  The Ramblin' Rovers are Tom Boland and Darren Osmond. They have been performing their unique blend of Irish / Newfoundland / Folk music for the past 6 years. They've been known to put a traditional twist on some classic rock songs as well. They always guarantee a fun show, with lots of toe-tapping, rollicking tunes.

  Indie rock band from Halifax, "Hillsburn" will be performing at the Rotary Arts Centre on September 8th at 8pm. They will be accompanied by local artist Hunting Winter (Justin Mahoney).

Point of Origin, a solo exhibition by Lauren Brinson, will be on display at the Tina Dolter Gallery from August 10th to September 4th. Join us on Friday, August 10th from 5:00 - 6:30pm for the Opening Reception!

Bohemians in Brooklyn is something between cabaret, storytelling, chamber music and musical theatre. It tells the story of the remarkable collection of artists that lived together at 7 Middagh Street in Brooklyn, New York from 1939 until the building’s demolition in 1945. Among them were: the poet WH Auden; composer Benjamin Britten and his life­ partner the tenor Peter Pears; the southern writer Carson McCullers; the burlesque star turned author Gypsy Rose Lee; composer and author Paul Bowles and his wife, the author Jane Bowles; composer,…

  Familiar to many stages on Newfoundland’s west coast, the Mayhem are coming to the GMSM stage for a performance of the band’s favorite songs. Playing everything from beloved Newfoundland tunes to some of Canada’s best-known songwriters, this show is sure to have something for everyone!

A grand interpretation of the one and only Hank Williams performed by the one and only Nick Hamlyn!

  Join Jesse as he performs some of his favorite country tunes as well as some of his own

Widower and aging Brooklyn hipster Frank (Nick Offerman) starts a band with his teenage daughter Sam (Kiersey Clemons) just before she leaves home to attend college in California. When a song of theirs finds success online, it complicates Frank’s attempts to let go of his dreams of stardom and allow his daughter to find her own path in life. Ted Danson, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner, and Toni Collette co-star. Directed by Brett Haley.

Join Story@Eleven as they perform they're favorite folk, country, pop, and light rock songs.

  Ryan Cook IS Hank Williams. Ryan and his band will performer many of Hank's greatest and most memorable tunes.

MusicNL Award nominated folk duo. Fantastic tune and stellar harmonies will leave you breathless.

After moving to Paris, author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette agrees to ghostwrite a semi-autobiographical novel for her husband. Its success soon inspires her to fight for creative ownership and overcome the societal constraints of the early 20th century.

Debut Atlantic presents Classical Guitar Duo Cowan and Cicchillitti.

Join Nick Hamlyn and Daniel Hiltz as they pay tribute to the acoustic songs of Neil Young.

Celebrate the season Celtic style with the Ramblin’ Rovers at the RAC! Tom Boland, Darren Osmond, and special guests Jan Reid, Lori Lee Pike and Lucas Osmond will jump start your Christmas Spirit with their harmony-rich rhythmic acoustic rendering of Newfoundland and Celtic Christmas classics, popular Christmas songs and Christmas carols cherished through the ages. Sing along as you welcome the peace and joy of the season. Reserve your tickets now, and wrap yourself in the familiar warmth and laughter…

Our annual Sound of Music Sing-a-Long. Come in costume or come as yourself. There will be treats for the kiddos and prizes for best costumes

Join the boys from Rum Ragged as they perform songs new and old with a few seasonal classics thrown in for good measure.

The play, adapted and performed by Aiden Flynn is a one-actor version of the Dickens Classic, A Christmas Carol. It's a retelling of "The Carol" that supposes Scrooge and the accompanying cast of characters are created in a session of intense writing and storytelling on Christmas Eve, 1843.

Join Nick Hamlyn as he helps us all get in the holiday mood with some of the lesser known holiday classics that will have you laughing and clapping and stomping along with Nick as he entertains you as only he can. As usual Nick will also be bringing along some very special surprise guests.

The play, adapted and performed by Aiden Flynn is a one-actor version of the Dickens Classic, A Christmas Carol. It's a retelling of "The Carol" that supposes Scrooge and the accompanying cast of characters are created in a session of intense writing and storytelling on Christmas Eve, 1843.

Come, have a time with us – 8pm, Friday, December 21st – when Allison Crowe and surprise musical guests bring “Tidings” to the Rotary Arts Centre (5 Park Street, Corner Brook, NL). “Allison Crowe’s resonant, rich, gorgeous voice seems as much a manifestation of Christmas as an instrument for singing holiday songs,” observes Cohencentric, the world’s most popular Leonard Cohen website. Hers is a gift delivering the essence of joy and peace, unwrapping truths that reflect a spectrum of our…

Fahrenheit 11/9 Hailed as Michael Moore's most powerful film yet, Fahrenheit 11/9 is a provocative and comedic look at the times in which we live. It will explore the two most important questions of the Trump Era.

Join Nick Hamlyn and his band as they perform many of your favourites from the 1960s. From Folk to Pop and from Soul to Rock, these guys will play it all.

Join the Ramblin' Rovers as they help you to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Join Nick and Tom and a special guest as they perform many of your favourite songs celebrating St. Patrick's Day.

Erhu and piano virtuosos Nicole Ge Li and Corey Hamm began PEP (Piano and Erhu Project) to explore the fascinating blend of these two iconic Eastern and Western instruments. The blend is not only a tonal and musical one, but also cultural. PEP is delighted to see composers deal with these elements in such different ways.PEP (Piano and Erhu Project) has commissioned over fifty composers to write works since it began just three years ago. These include such composers as…

Sister/brother duo Stephanie and Daniel Payne grew up together surrounded by musical influences ranging from modern pop songs to ancient ballads. Over rhythms of skin-drum, guitar, and feet, they weave vocal harmonies and bouncing melodies on button accordion, tin whistle, wooden flute and violin. Come get cozy with them as the lights dim and they warm up the cold March night!

Jazz West is a 20 piece Big Band made up of Music Professionals, Community Musicians and University students. Jazz at the RAC - Be Bop, Vocals, Fusion, Swing and Blues! What more could you ask for!

Join Nick Hamlyn and his band as they perform many of your favourite songs from the 1970s.

Teenager Nicolas Sheff seems to have it all with good grades and being an actor, artist, athlete and editor of the school newspaper. When Nic's addiction to meth threatens to destroy him, his father does whatever he can to save his son and family.

Female Artist of the Year Sherry Ryan performs her special brand of folk/roots and country inspired music along with her bandmate Andrea Monro.

Rose-Lynn Harlan, played by BAFTA Rising Star nominee Jessie Buckley (Beast), is bursting with raw talent, charisma and cheek. Fresh out of jail and with two young kids, all she wants is to get out of Glasgow and make it as a country singer in Nashville. Her mum Marion (Julie Walters) has had a bellyful of Rose-Lynn’s Nashville nonsense. Forced to take responsibility, Rose-Lynn gets a cleaning job, only to find an unlikely champion in the middle-class lady of the…

Logan McKillop is a folk/roots singer-songwriter and storyteller from Onanole, MB. Equally skilled as a wordsmith and an astonishing guitarist, every song is an invitation into the best of both worlds. He is unafraid to delve into what is real, exploring the highs and lows of the human condition with absolute honesty. Supported by his unmistakable guitar prowess, he leaves no audience without laughter, heartache, and a gentle reminder of life’s duality.

We loved Rozalind's show at RAC so much that we're bringing her back again this year! FLUTE LOOPS & FILM International Gemeinhardt Touring Artist, Rozalind MacPhail will take us on an inspiring journey where live music, silent film and storytelling weave together an inspiring tapestry about people, place and the human experience. Rozalind’s original live music combines multi-layered sound looping, traditional songwriting, field recordings and loads of effected flute, MacPhail’s specialty. She performs live music to selected short films from…

Featuring Nelson White, Kacie Callahan, Howie Larade, Kevin Carey, Noah Hamilton, Scott Sheppard and Paul Harris. Jazz and a bit of jazz-funk.

  Citadel House recording artist, Adam Baxter, is a powerhouse of energetic, explosive creativity. With the aggressiveness of a Rock and Roller and the sensibilities of a Folk musician, Adams’ music stretches across multiple genres to provide a compulsive mix of high energy and sweet longing. Raised in Nova Scotia and developed in Newfoundland, Adam Baxter is touring the release of his third studio album, Domestic. He’ll be bringing his unique brand of dynamic and thoughtful music to your area…

Traditional Music performed and hosted by Mike Payne

Join Tom Boland, Darren Vincent, Scott Sheppard, and Michael Molton as they perform many of your favourites from these two Country Music Superstars.

To call Canada your home can be a very vague statement. From the Rockies, all the way to the eastern shores of the Atlantic, there are many places one can lay their head. It’s not only the sheer distance between the two coasts, it’s the cultural differences that exist within them. Rube & Rake’s debut album, Back and Forth, explores this theme with a subtle grace, giving space in their arrangements to explore the issues they sing about. By performing…

Daniel Payne grew up surrounded by musical influences ranging from modern pop songs to ancient ballads. Over rhythms of skin-drum, guitar, and feet, He will weave vocal harmonies and bouncing melodies on button accordion, tin whistle, wooden flute and violin.

Traditional Music performed and hosted by Mike Payne

The life and times Joey Smallwood, the first Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and the man who brought us into confederation with Canada in 1949. Colin Furlong who starred as Joey in “Colony of Unrequited Dreams” by Robert Chafe is Joey in this one man tour de force by one of Newfoundland’s best playwrights, Tom Cahill. Co-Directed by Adam Christopher Brake and Jeff Pitcher.

Winners of the ECMA Jazz recording of the year, Ouroboros is a band with an unconventional make-up and an undeniable entertainment factor. With an arsenal of horns, drums and vocals, these award-winning musicians deliver a dynamic new spin on world and jazz traditions. From carnival-esque originals to Klezmer party jams, the band explores folk influences from West Africa, Eastern Europe and their home of St. John’s, Newfoundland, with a thrilling improvisational synergy. 2019 ECMA Jazz Recording of the Year

“Me nerves is gone, the youngsters got me drove …” It’s a familiar refrain to those on social media who have followed Tina Randell’s character’s antics over the past few years. The “Oh me nerves” character is the over-exaggerated, stereotype of a single mom with a house full of kids who’s at her wit’s end. And while the character has been gracing the stage as part of the annual Revue for years, this summer, audiences will get a chance to…

Join Nick Hamlyn as he perform many of your favourite songs from the man who had ten thousand of them.

Traditional Music performed and hosted by Mike Payne,.

A co-presentation with our friends at the Rotary Arts Centre, this concert is a rousing, ‘best of’ evening of musical entertainment from a few Dark by Fivers, Lynn Kuo, Elizabeth Janzen and Diederik van Dijk. Join these exceptional musicians for a night of music and friends. *Tickets will be available through the Rotary Arts Centre by June 15*

A screening of the biopic tracing the life and extraordinary career of goaltender Terry Sawchuk. Corner Brook Director Adriana Maggs co-wrote this screenplay with sister Jane Maggs which is based on the David Dupuis book “Sawchuk: The Troubles and Triumphs of the World’s Greatest Goalie” and the book of poetry “Night Work: The Sawchuk Poems,” by their father, Randall Maggs.

Join Nick Hamlyn and Daniel Hiltz as they pay tribute to the one and only Bruce Springsteen in this intimate acoustic performance.

All is True (2019) The year is 1613, and Shakespeare is acknowledged as the greatest writer of the age. But disaster strikes when his renowned Globe Theatre burns to the ground. Devastated, Shakespeare returns to Stratford, where he must face a troubled past and a neglected family. Haunted by the death of his only son, Hamnet, he struggles to mend the broken relationship with his wife and daughters. In so doing, he is ruthlessly forced to examine his own failings…

Two of Newfoundland’s most respected and multi-award winning performers combine instrumental prowess and humorous repartee, to cover a broad spectrum of Newfoundland folk culture, including songs, stories and dance tunes. Their repertoire includes rousing sea shanties and work songs, poignant ballads, comic ditties, folk tales and recitations, and toe-tapping jigs, reels and polkas on a variety of instruments.

Known as meagan&amy, this dynamic violin and piano duo have been selected for a pan-Canadian tour offered by Debut Atlantic, Jeunesses Musicales Canada and Prairie Debut in 2019-2020. The three classical music organizations announced in September 2017 that they were teaming up to offer an emerging artist or ensemble a tour that would span the country. Road Trip! A Pan-Canadian Tour also celebrates two important anniversaries: Jeunesses Musicales Canada’s 70th, and Debut Atlantic’s 40th. meagan&amy’s concert will explore the idea…

  This will be an evening of short film presented by the Nickel Independent Film Festival. Hosting the evening will be SWGC alumna Santiago Guzman. Santiago will also hold and Question and Answer session about the process of writing and producing a film.

James Vernon Taylor is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. A five-time Grammy Award winner, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. He rose to fame in the 1970s, when he became known for writing and performing sensitive, affecting songs. Over the course of a long-running career, Taylor has won five Grammy Awards and seen many…

Join Nick and Micheal Moulton for possibly his most interesting tribute show to date. He has performed Bruce, Bob, Neil, and Prine. Now he is taking on the work of his favourite female song writers. He will be tackling the work of Pasty Cline, Gillian Welch, and Joni Mitchell just to name a few.

Güd Guffaw is an evening of comedic shorts featuring work by local emerging artists. This event will include boisterous banter and high stakes scenes. Anyone who comes out is guaranteed a good guffaw. This 90 minute show made up of 6 comedic plays, 5 of which are written by local talent. Each show is acted and directed entirely by Grenfell students or alumni.

A powerful composer of original music and an articulate and witty story teller MIKE SIXONATE HAS NO PLANS ON STOPPING IN 2019 With appearances at special events like the Town Of Grand Falls - Windsor's Mid Winter Bivver, Hospitality Newfoundland and Labradors annual Conference, and a trip to provide workshops in the schools along the Lower North Shore of Quebec alongside Jim Payne and Fergus O'Byrne, Mike is showing no signs of slowing down. He is slated to play 115…

Family Art Sunday: Painting the Landscape with Yarn Create colourful and tactile landscape artworks using yarn. Please wear art-friendly clothing. Recommended for ages 4-12. Advanced registration required by emailing whitney@rotaryartscentre.ca or calling 630-0012 Admission is free but donations are appreciated!

"Soulful. Alive. Joyous. Grievous. Real, true, music is what I want to make," notes Allison Crowe (http://allisoncrowe.com). Internationally-loved & acclaimed, the amazing Corner Brook musician, (vocals, piano, guitar, fiddle and more), is joined on such worthy mission by her über-talented bandmates Sarah White (mandolin, bouzouki, vocals+) & Keelan Purchase (accordion, guitar, harmonica, vocals). Delighting music-lovers, be they in the Scottish Highlands, the Hollywood Hills or ‘ere else, this merry band rings out across their homeland – bringing Pacific shores nearer…

"Soulful. Alive. Joyous. Grievous. Real, true, music is what I want to make," notes Allison Crowe (http://allisoncrowe.com). Internationally-loved & acclaimed, the amazing Corner Brook musician, (vocals, piano, guitar, fiddle and more), is joined on such worthy mission by her über-talented bandmates Sarah White (mandolin, bouzouki, vocals+) & Keelan Purchase (accordion, guitar, harmonica, vocals).

A small artwork raffle in support of programming for The Tina Dolter Gallery! Your purchase of a $100 ticket gets you a drink, some nibbles, and guarantees you an artwork, valued at more than $100. During the reception on November 15th at 6pm, names are drawn and you choose the artwork that you go home with. Each ticket a guaranteed winner! Artworks will be on display at the Tina Dolter Gallery and on our website (www.rotaryartscentre.ca) from November 10th -…

  Nick Hamlyn and the Decades band are back with their 4th instalment of their tribute to the decades. This time around expect a lot more fun and excitement. Dust off your surf style jacket and your LA Gear high tops, crimp your hair, and dig out those acid washed jeans.

Hailed as “rapturous and glowing” by International Record Review and “an inspirational and devoted pianist” by Life & Arts – Financial Times, Polish-Canadian pianist Daniel Wnukowski has performed throughout Europe, North America, South America and Asia in prestigious concert halls.

  Hailed as “rapturous and glowing” by International Record Review and “an inspirational and devoted pianist” by Life & Arts – Financial Times, Polish-Canadian pianist Daniel Wnukowski has performed throughout Europe, North America, South America and Asia in prestigious concert halls.

From the imagination of Aiden Flynn comes a one man retelling of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol capturing the true holiday spirit of the original story, together with a peek into how Dickens' might have come up with the ideas of the classic. Scrooge and the accompanying cast of characters are created in a session of intense writing and storytelling. All proceeds from this event will be graciously donated to the Rotary Arts Centre to aid in its programming.

Make your own ornaments in our FREE open art-making space!

Few traditional Newfoundland bands have risen as quickly in the ranks as Rum Ragged. Formed by singer/guitarist Mark Manning and singer/accordion player Aaron Collis just a few years ago, Rum Ragged has garnered respect from a loyal, ever-growing fan base as well as their musical peers. They will be playing some holiday favourites as well as showcasing some of their latest material from their brand new album "The Thing About Fish" This event is proudly sponsored by Gary Bennett Music…

Join Nick and a number of special guests as he helps get you and the holiday spirit.

Come, have a time with us – 8pm, Saturday, December 21st – when Allison Crowe and surprise musical guests bring “Tidings” to the Rotary Arts Centre (5 Park Street, Corner Brook, NL). “Allison Crowe’s resonant, rich, gorgeous voice seems as much a manifestation of Christmas as an instrument for singing holiday songs,” observes Cohencentric, the world’s most popular Leonard Cohen website. Hers is a gift delivering the essence of joy and peace, unwrapping truths that reflect a spectrum of our…

  Come, have a time with us – 8pm, Saturday, December 21st – when Allison Crowe and surprise musical guests bring “Tidings” to the Rotary Arts Centre (5 Park Street, Corner Brook, NL). “Allison Crowe’s resonant, rich, gorgeous voice seems as much a manifestation of Christmas as an instrument for singing holiday songs,” observes Cohencentric, the world’s most popular Leonard Cohen website. Hers is a gift delivering the essence of joy and peace, unwrapping truths that reflect a spectrum of…

Join Bridget and Dahlia as they perform many of their favourite holiday classics.

Join us for this two night event as we celebrate the life and career of one of Canada's finest song writers. With performances from many of your favourite local performers such as Nick Hamlyn, Bridget and Dahlia, Mark Smallwood, Wendy Woodland, and more.

In this workshop, artist Rachel Gilbert will teach kids about a Canadian artist whose work they will then use as inspiration for their own paintings on canvas. Advanced registration is required. To register your child, call 630-0012 or email cbrotaryartscentre@gmail.com. Cost: $25 Ages: 8-12

Join us for this two night event as we celebrate the life and career of one of Canada's finest song writers. With performances from many of your favourite local performers such as Nick Hamlyn, Bridget and Dahlia, Mark Smallwood, Wendy Woodland, and more.

Join artist and educator Michelle MacKinnon in this 3 day class where you will learn how to draw the portrait from a photographic reference. Facial proportion, basic anatomy, how to translate a drawing from a photo, and tips and tricks will be covered in this hands-on, all levels course. Saturdays, February 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 1-4pm. To register, email cbrotaryartscentre@gmail.com, call 630-0012, or visit the Rotary Arts Centre box office. The cost is $60 and a supply list will…

Join artist and educator Michelle MacKinnon in this 3 day class where you will learn how to draw the portrait from a photographic reference. Facial proportion, basic anatomy, how to translate a drawing from a photo, and tips and tricks will be covered in this hands-on, all levels course. Saturdays, February 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 1-4pm. To register, email cbrotaryartscentre@gmail.com, call 630-0012, or visit the Rotary Arts Centre box office. The cost is $60 and a supply list will…

Back by popular demand, Small Town Queer (written, directed by Josh Connors) delves into what it's like to grow up and live in small towns in Newfoundland and Labrador as a member of the LGBTQIA+. Compiled from real life stories of people who identify as small town queers. Follow five different walks of life though hardship, love, laughter, new experiences, and hope. This event does not have a age restriction but be advised the use of course language and mature…

Back by popular demand, Small Town Queer (written, directed by Josh Connors) delves into what it's like to grow up and live in small towns in Newfoundland and Labrador as a member of the LGBTQIA+. Compiled from real life stories of people who identify as small town queers. Follow five different walks of life though hardship, love, laughter, new experiences, and hope. This event does not have a age restriction but be advised the use of course language and mature…

Join artist and educator Michelle MacKinnon in this 3 day class where you will learn how to draw the portrait from a photographic reference. Facial proportion, basic anatomy, how to translate a drawing from a photo, and tips and tricks will be covered in this hands-on, all levels course. Saturdays, February 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 1-4pm. To register, email cbrotaryartscentre@gmail.com, call 630-0012, or visit the Rotary Arts Centre box office. The cost is $60 and a supply list will…