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Shipyard Kitchen Party presents
Tom Thomson’s Wake – An Original Folk Musical
Friday, June 21, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $50 (Regular) / $45 (Student) / $45 (Group 10+) |
Two years after renowned painter
Tom Thomson’s mysterious death, his friend, his mentor and his lover gather to
share memories of Canada’s most famous artist. But did any of them really know
the man? Through their diverging songs and stories, a new portrait of an iconic
Canadian emerges.
Featuring spectacular
high-definition imagery of Tom Thomson and Group of 7 artworks from the Art
Gallery of Ontario, unforgettable characters and a rousing folk music score by
the Shipyard Kitchen Party band, this original Canadian musical will inspire and
entertain audiences of all ages.
“Brilliant! The actors, singers
and musicianship were unbelievable! Loved the presentation, story and
especially the twist ending!” – Roy MacGregor, Globe & Mail
“A delightful and insightful
celebration of the life and times of a legendary Canadian cultural icon, filled
with humor, passion and great music. I can’t wait to see it again!” – Eddie
Schwartz, Order of Canada, Juno Winner