Author Archives: Kellie Underhill

TNB Adds Matinee & Releases More Seats

People have fallen in love with Theatre New Brunswick’s production of The Last Five Years. In response to the huge demand for tickets and a sold-out run, TNB has added a Sunday matinee on September 29th and released additional seats for all performances. TNB’s season kicks off this week with Jason Robert Brown’s intensely personal… Continue Reading

Art in the Valley Studio Tour this Weekend

This weekend plan a leisurely trip along the beautiful Saint John River Valley to visit artists and view their creative treasures during the Fall Studio Tour as part of Culture Days. This is a chance to get a taste of the excellent art and crafts produced in this region by going direct to where the… Continue Reading

Mémère Pitre: Emilienne

Mémère Pitre: Emilienne by Charline Cormier-Pellerin Born in 1921, my grandmother Emilienne (nee: Leger) Pitre loved Bingo and sleeping in, but not her name. When my older cousin wanted to name her youngest baby girl in her honour, my grandmother asked her not to, so instead, they settled on the name Emilie. Four years later, in… Continue Reading

Capitol Theatre Celebrates 20 years

This year, the Capitol Theatre celebrates the 20th anniversary of its majestic restoration. For this occasion, the Capitol Theatre is holding a Celebration evening on Friday, September 20th at 7:30 pm, where individuals and organizations of the community will receive the Capitol Theatre Builder’s Award, in recognition for their contribution in the theatre’s initial restoration… Continue Reading

Gordon Lightfoot Endorses NB Musician’s Song

Gordon Lightfoot has endorsed a tribute music video and song written and performed by New Brunswick songwriter Don Coleman. The song “Gordon” not only pays homage to Lightfoot with tongue in cheek lyrics and references to Lightfoot lyrics and some of his favourite pastimes when he was a young man in Orillia, but also touches… Continue Reading

Miramichi Cultural Programming for 2013-14 Unveiled

The Conseil Communautaire Beausoleil unveiled its cultural programming for the 2013-2014 Season in Miramichi. “You will find something for every appetite: the return of the dance festival for a second consecutive year, three family shows and the equally enticing Cultural Pass. A few tasty additions include: a show package that is easily accessible, a dinner… Continue Reading

Reba Coming to Saint John

evenko and Live Nation proudly present country music superstar, Reba in concert with three Maritime performances this October, including Harbour Station in Saint John, NB on Friday, October 18th. Special guest is Canadian country musician, Gord Bamford. With a career that has produced over 56 million in worldwide album sales; 64 Top 10 hits; the #1… Continue Reading

SappyFest Rescue Mission Gets Help from Picaroons

Despite being overwhelmingly acclaimed by all in attendance, SappyFest VIII put the organization in financial trouble. Facing a deficit of over $15,000, the festival’s organizers have put together a crowd-sourcing concept that will let them pay off their debts as well as offering fans a piece of the festival’s history; SappyForever, a 160 page hard-cover… Continue Reading

Jean-Michel Correia Exhibit Opening

The public is invited to the opening of the art exhibit Modulation II by artist Jean-Michel Correia in the Capitol Theatre Irving Lobby on Wednesday, September 4th, at 5 pm. This artist garnered a great reputation with many solo and group exhibits in Quebec, France, Belgium, Switzerland, USA and South Korea. Jean-Michel Correia was born… Continue Reading

Casino NB presents Your Town Throw Down

Your Town Throw Down, featuring talented Canadian country artists, Chad Brownlee, Deric Ruttan and Jason Blaine will roll into Casino NB’s Event Centre in Moncton for a performance on Saturday, October 19th at 8 pm. Chad Brownlee (MDM Recordings Inc. / Universal Music Canada) had a showcase year in the country music world, recently topping… Continue Reading