Friday January 24 @ 7:30
​ALEX CUBA
South Okanagan Concert Series
Sponsored by Castanet
Alex Cuba is a Grammy and Juno winning; singer, songwriter, producer and musician. Born Alexis Puentes in Artemisa, Cuba and now living in Smithers, BC, Canada. His first musical memory was playing claves (a Cuban rhythm instrument) at the age of 4 alongside his father on national TV, and went on to study guitar, then electric and upright bass, touring and recording nationally and internationally, before moving to Canada in 1999. His sound is the unique confluence of tradition and global influences in articulate arrangements, conveying emotions through melody and lyric. In 2022, he won a Grammy for Best Latin Pop for “Mendó” as producer, artist and engineer, his proudest accomplishment of the 20+ awards and nominations he has received as an independent artist over 9 albums.

His musical evolution for years was all about searching for the simplicity and soul in Cuban music – taking apart the complex arrangements, mixing it with North American influences, adopting the melodic simplicity of pop music, looking to Cuban folk traditions for inspiration – he’s always exploring, always creating something fresh and new, and always, it seems, getting it just right.

​“I always believed, from the beginning of my career in Canada, that if music is beautiful, it will cross the language. Because we are all humans.” Alex Cuba

​Part of the 2024/2025 South Okanagan Concert Series
Sunday October 27th 2024- Sycamore String Quartet
Friday November 29th 2024 - O'Celli
Friday January 24th 2025 - Alex Cuba
Saturday April 5th 2025 - Piano Heist​
​​​TICKETS
  • 4 Events - $27.00 each
  • 2-3 Events - $29.50 each
  • Single Event for Sycamore String Quartet, O'Celli & Piano Heist- $32.00 each
  • Single Event for Alex Cuba - $38.00
  • ​Students - $5.00 each
Saturday January 25 from 7:00 - 11:00
PRIDE WINTER BALL
Presented by SOS Pride
TICKETS: 
Ticket + Donation - $50
Regular - $35
Reduced - $20
Join us for the most anticipated event of the season - the PRIDE WINTER BALL on Saturday, January 25th! Back by popular demand, this year's extravaganza promises to be unforgettable.

Tickets are in limited numbers, don't miss your chance to snag yours! Hosted at the stunning Venables Theatre in Oliver, BC, envision striking a pose with your friends on the grand staircase, feeling like royalty for the night! MC is the Spectacular Oliver Queen Ginny Tonyk who will dazzle you with her voice, moves and charisma!

DJ Splendid Bastard will be spinning tunes to keep the energy soaring!
Tickets include access to a delectable charcuterie buffet by Oliver Eats Ltd.. Quench your thirst at the Cash/Card bar. The celebration kicks off at 7pm and lasts until 11:00pm.

Let's make this night a dazzling celebration of love and acceptance. See you on the dance floor!

Contact SOS Pride at [email protected] for free tickets available.
This is a 19+ event.
Sunday January 26 @ 7:30
VaughnCo Entertainment presents
THE MUSICAL JOURNEY OF NEIL DIAMOND
The Sweet Caroline Tour - Featuring Jay White
Las Vegas Headliner Jay White is one of the world’s most convincing recreations of Neil Diamond.

Jay White has been paying homage to Neil Diamond for over 25 years. Jay’s every movement, sound and expression are tributes to the passion and power of the real Diamond, giving new luster to the life of the man and his music. From the moment he hits the stage with Diamond favorite “Cherry, Cherry” to the fabulous flag waving finale “Coming To America” Jay fires the audience with the intensity of his first class illusion.

In 1996 and again in 2002 White met Diamond before his Vegas MGM appearances, where Neil told Jay to; “keep up the good work” and autographed a photo of the two signing; “Jay, keep singing, so I can stay home and relax, your friend in music”.
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Jay energizes stages with a touch of class and a dash of Rock-n-Roll, continuing the musical legacy of Neil Diamond in five countries and more than 9000 unforgettable shows.

​TICKETS: $61
Friday February 14 @ 7:30
DIXIE FRIED HEP KATZ
Venables Alive! Local Artist Series
TICKETS: $20
​Dixie Fried Hep Katz play a mix of traditional and original Rockabilly music and have released two studio albums that excites people of all ages. Touted as "The Future of Rockabilly" by "The Wheelgrinders" recording and touring artists, this young trio consists of Porter Johnson, singer-songwriter guitarist, Kyndra Johnson, Drums-backup vocals songwriter, and, slappin’ upright bass player, Neil Graham. They are heavily influenced by the Sun Records artists and other artists of the '50's including Eddie Cochran, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Duane Eddy and modern rockabilly greats the Stray Cats, The Wheelgrinders, Cousin Harley and Reverend Horton Heat. The Dixie Fried Hep Katz have quickly developed a large following and have set their sites on more recording and touring.
Wednesday February 19 @ 7:30
Ballet Jörgen's
SLEEPING BEAUTY
Presented by Venables Theatre
Sleeping Beauty is one of the world‘s most famous classical ballets and holds a place in the repertoire of virtually every major company. After more than 25 successful years, Ballet Jörgen has created its own unique classical ballet rendition. This major ballet tells the enchanting story of Aurora and her prince complete with its inherently magical qualities and dazzling choreography.

The fairy tale about a young woman placed under a spell to sleep for a hundred years only to be awakened by a kiss is an easily accessible story. It appeals to a child’s imagination and holds a special place in the hearts of adults. The underlying theme is the tug between the forces of good (the Lilac Fairy) and evil (Carabosse), serving as an important thread to the plot. Told in three acts, the ballet benefits from the character development and technical expertise for which Canada’s Ballet Jörgen is known.

Artistic Director and award-winning choreographer Bengt Jörgen focuses on the magical elements and the interpretation of the ballet as a nature allegory: The young woman represents nature, the wicked fairy is winter, who deadens life with pricks of frost until a young man, spring, cuts away the brambles to allow the sun to awaken sleeping nature. Sleeping Beauty by Ballet Jörgen draws on the traditional choreography by Marius Petipa to spin a tale of nature and love that will inspire young and old alike.
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The delightful story will be danced to the original 1890 score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, set to a libretto based on Charles Perrault’s story La Belle au bois dormant. In ensemble with stunning costumes and captivating lighting design, Sleeping Beauty by Ballet Jörgen is guaranteed to provide an evening of entertaining and inspiring live performance.

TICKETS: Adults - $50, Students - $25
Friday February 21 @ 6:30
WALTER EGO
Family Showtime Series
TICKETS: $10
Mr. Walter lives his life alone in his little apartment. One morning, his world is turned upside down... Catapulted into a surrealist world, thrust into absurd twists and turns, Walter is taken on ludicrous adventures and even runs into his Alter Ego! Juggling literally with the world of Magritte, this clownesque and playful creation by L’Aubergine is an invitation to enter the world of dreams where anything is possible. Music, surprises, fantasy and jests await: happiness guaranteed!

​Part of the Family Showtime Series
​Will's Jams - Sat Dec 7 @ 2:00
The Baby Tyler Show - Sun Jan 19 @ 2:00
Walter Ego - Fri Feb 21 @ 6:30
Saturday February 22 @ 7:00
SARAH HAGEN
Artist Wines
Presented by Venables Theatre
​In partnership with the Oliver Osoyoos Winery Association
TICKETS: $72
Join us in the lobby for an unforgettable evening with Sarah Hagen as she pairs her music with local wines!  
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​Concert pianist, humorist, and firm believer in the juiciness of life, Sarah Hagen brings to a casual live setting her blog “ARTIST WINES! – Uncorking musician-priced cellar secrets.” Exploring the notion that terroir, training, boldness, and the potential to age well are all qualities of music as well as wine, Sarah matches each vintage with a befitting piano piece. Join Sarah as she offers a remarkable and enchanting evening that captures the essence of both wine and music. A whole new meaning for tasting notes!  
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Tickets include:

  • An intimate concert with Sarah Hagen in the theatre's beautiful atrium style lobby
  • Wine tastings
  • Charcuterie 

Our feature wines for this event have been announced! You will be enjoying tastings of:
  • Tinhorn Creek Vineyards: Blanc de Blanc
  • Gold Hill Winery: Charisma Pinot Gris
  • Church and State Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon
  • River Stone Estate Winery: Merlot

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Only 65 tickets available, get yours today! 
March 6 & 7 @ 7:00, March 8 @ 2:00 & 7:00
FOOTLOOSE - THE MUSICAL
Presented by Southern Okanagan Secondary School
Get ready to cut loose!  "Footloose - the musical" is a high energy show that will have you singing and dancing in your seat.  This SOSS Production is based on the 1984 hit film.  It is an electrifying show that tells the story of Ren McCormack, a city teen who moves to a small town where dancing and rock music are strictly forbidden. Ren is determined to change the town's rigid rules and leads the other teens to stand up for themselves.  Full of recognizable songs and lively dance numbers, this show will be a memorable experience for all ages.  

TICKETS:
Adults - $20
Students - $15
Sunday March 9 @ 7:30
SYD BOSEL'S
Hot Flash Comedy
With Helen Schneiderman
Celebrate International Women's Day with an evening of Comedy!

​Syd Bosel is a stand-up comic and comedic Storyteller who is originally from Vancouver, but recently moved to Comox, BC. She spills your life out onto the stage, as she shares her tales of “adult” children, being married for 1,000 years, and other glories of nature.

Her favourite reviews: “That older lady was really funny” (a Gen Z patron walking past me) and “My wife laughed so hard that she peed her pants” (a husband who lacks discretion, whispering into my ear).

Syd is a regular headliner and touring comic with “Jokers Canada” and “Hot Flash Comedy”. She can be heard on CBC’s “Just for Laughs” and “Laugh Out Loud” She has opened for Maria Bamford, Debra DiGionanni, Simon King and Julie Kim. Syd placed first and was voted Fan Favourite, in the 2018 “BC’s Funniest New Female Comic”, was a finalist in the 2019 “Great Canadian Yuk Off” and 2nd (out of 65 comics) in the “Funniest Person with a Day Job” Competitions. In 2023, she was voted “Best of the Fest” for the Nanaimo Fringe Festival and got 4 Yeses in “Canada’s Got Talent”.

Helen Schneiderman got into stand-up comedy a few years ago as a way to get off her couch. Now she’s so busy performing, her couch misses her. Helen’s comedy draws from her varied life experiences and trips around the globe. She’s not afraid to share — the good, the bad and the ugly — and audiences love her sincere and relatable style. Helen has performed all across the lower mainland and Vancouver Island. She was runner-up in the 2019 BC Funniest New Female Comic contest, and was the opening comic for the 2020 “I Am Woman Hear Me Laff” tour and 2022 Chutzpah Festival. Helen's favourite review: "I really liked the pretty one with the weird accent.”

TICKETS: $30 
Friday March 14 @ 7:30
RICK MILLER'S
BOOM X
Presented by Venables Theatre
In January of 2019, Kidoons' Rick Miller followed up his hit show BOOM with BOOM X (Part 2), the GenX sequel that spans the years 1970-1995. It’s the second in a trilogy of solo multimedia performances, which collectively span 75 years of music, culture, and events on our planet. BOOM X picks up where BOOM left off, at Woodstock in August of ‘69, and takes us all the way to 1995, when the internet began to dominate our lives. Over the course of 100 minutes, Miller plays over 100 colourful characters from the days of disco, the oil crisis, Watergate, the Cold War, video games, punk rock, the (second) British Invasion, and more. 

“STUNNING… A marvellous mashup of media, verbatim theatre, jukebox musical and autobiographical confession” (Globe & Mail)
“A ONE-MAN SHOW MASTER… A multimedia showcase of Rick Miller’s incredibly unique ability to bring all this pop culture to life” (CBC News)
“4 STARS… An immensely entertaining, high energy magic carpet ride with a real genie for a tour guide” (Calgary Herald)
“ASTONISHING… BOOM X is a miracle of timing and technology” (Montreal Gazette)

TICKETS: ​Adult $45, Senior $40, Student $25
Saturday March 15 @ 7:30
JOSH + BEX
Venables Alive! Local Artist Series
Josh + Bex are a Dream Folk duo from the Okanagan Valley of BC. Their spellbinding harmonies and honed yet rustic sound, meet at the intersection of hope and sorrow as they intuitively and vulnerably craft songs that explore the wondrous realm of the human experience. Their sound is an alt folk fusion, reminiscent of Alison Krauss/Robert Plant meets Caamp.

This soul-stirring duo bring a unique synthesis of east and west coast in their warm onstage banter, performance and storytelling. Josh engages the audience, influenced by a broad lineage of eclectic song-smithing, while Bex, approaches the audience with a charmingly introspective aptitude. Together they have woven their flawlessly blended harmonies into their mindful and dynamic performance--presenting a juxtaposition of pin-drop moments with explosions of heart-felt intensity and jubilation.

The pair have consecutively placed in the Kelowna Now's top-three bands/musicians since 2020, giving them wide recognition throughout the Okanagan Valley and beyond. The duo received their festival start, after winning the local Emerging Artist contest, at the internationally acclaimed Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival in 2019. Most recently, they warmed up the stage with Bahama's and The Paper Kites at Red Bird Brewing's Nest Fest '23 and played Kelowna’s premier indie winter festival, Fireside Festival (2018, 2021, 2023). Additionally, they had the opportunity to perform at the Jasper Folk Music Festival in September '23. Catch them this summer, at Saskatchewan's Napatak Ramble, July 5th and 6th.

Josh + Bex released their self-titled EP in 2019. Everything is Everything is Josh + Bex latest full-length dream folk production, released in 2022. Whimsical and illuminating—these songs bridge the audience from the physical to the metaphysical world. They release their newest work—a 5-song EP, Stoned in Paradise, in the spring of 2024. They will take this new collection of songs on the road this spring, summer and fall with western Canadian tours planned in BC, AB and SK.

"Josh + Bex are staples in the BC music scene" - Chris Walker (CBC Daybreak South)
"Josh + Bex are the perfect mix of east and west coast. Together they create a new sound that draws from deep, ancient feelings and places" - Miles Overn (EIKelowna)
"Josh + Bex embody the emotion and energy of the world we live in, and the nature around us. Their music captivates your spirit and ears" - Jen Wagner (The Anchor)

TICKETS: $20
Thursday March 27 @ 7:30
SIMON & GARFUNKEL: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION
Presented by Lake House Productions
Experience the Timeless Music of Simon & Garfunkel: A Musical Celebration Featuring Michael Sicoly and Mick Dalla-Vee!
 
Fans of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel will be transported back in time with "Simon & Garfunkel: A Musical Celebration," an extraordinary live concert event featuring the talents of Michael Sicoly and Mick Dalla-Vee. This 90-minute musical journey will showcase the timeless hits of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, delivering an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all ages.
Highlights of the concert include iconic classics such as:
The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, The Boxer, and a stunning rendition of Bridge Over Troubled Water.
 
In addition to these timeless hits, the show will explore the early influences that shaped the music of Simon & Garfunkel, as well as selections from both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel’s successful solo careers. More than just a concert, this production is a full theatrical experience, featuring beautiful imagery and intimate performances that capture the spirit of Simon & Garfunkel's artistry. Audiences will be treated to not only the sounds but also the stories behind the music that defined a generation. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the music of Simon & Garfunkel, this celebration of their work is a chance to rediscover the profound influence they’ve had on the world of music.
 
Michael Sicoly and Mick Dalla-Vee are seasoned performers with a deep appreciation for the music of Simon & Garfunkel. Their stunning vocals and authentic renditions bring the timeless songs of the legendary duo to life in a way that resonates with both nostalgic fans and new listeners alike.

TICKETS: $45
Friday March 21 @ 7:30
Venables Theatre presents
LITTLE RED WARRIOR AND HIS LAWYER
Savage Society
From director and Governor General’s Award-winning playwright Kevin Loring of the Nlaka’pamux Nation comes a wickedly funny satire about power, politics, and procreation.

Little Red Warrior, the last remaining member of the Little Red Warrior First Nation, discovers construction has begun on his ancestral lands. In a fit of rage, he attacks an engineer, gets arrested, thrown in jail, and assigned a court-appointed lawyer, Larry. Much to the dismay of his wife, Larry invites a displaced Little Red Warrior to stay with them. But when you invite a coyote into your coop, he might just walk away with your chickens.

Audience Advisory – contains adult situations and sexual themes, strong language and profanity, and brief use of strobe lighting. Recommended age: 16+

TICKETS: 
Adults - $45
Indigenous Community/ Seniors - $40
Students - $25
Saturday March 22 @ 7:30
TOM PETTY TRIBUTE - THE WILDFLOWERS
America's #1 Tom Petty Tribute
Presented by VaughnCo Entertainment
TICKETS: $61
The international touring band The Wildflowers are North America’s #1 Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. 

“Who doesn’t love Tom Petty?” bassist Darryell Stone asked himself one day in 2012 while listening to the radio. There was only one answer he could imagine, “Nobody.” Testing his hypothesis, Stone polled friends, family and fellow musicians how they felt about Petty. The result was always the same. Everyone loves Tom Petty. One of these fellow musicians just happened to be Tom Petty’s doppelganger, guitarist and lead vocalist Jonathan Guthrie. Guthrie was an avid fan and had always fantasized about being a Heartbreaker. As two seasoned musicians and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers fans, there was really only one thing for them to do – form a Tom Petty tribute band.

It wasn’t hard for Stone and Guthrie to find skilled musicians excited about playing in a Tom Petty tribute band. Drummer Steve Lucas, formerly of Feverdog and a bandmate of Stone’s local band, Theatrix, quickly signed on. Lucas brought with him his M-80’s band mate Glenn Freeman. Freeman, who boasts of seeing multiple Tom Petty concerts in the 80s, brought an instrumental cornucopia to the group with keyboards, harmonica, guitar and backing vocals. Lead guitarist Curt Granger rounded out the lineup. With 30+ years experience in Birmingham’s local music scene, Granger has played in such circuit bands as Pyrate, Scream Sophie, and his own solo project, as well as creating a line of world-renowned boutique guitar amplifiers.

The new Tom Petty tribute band rehearsed with one focus – to recreate the music of Tom Petty with precision, attention to detail, and a reverent respect. Parts were studied in great detail, down to inflections in the very way each word of every lyric was sung. Performing locally in the first year, it didn’t take long for the band to be noticed. Word spread quickly, which led to more shows outside the band’s home state, which led to more word of mouth and exposure. Soon the band was gaining interest from venues across the southeast, which led to more travel and more Tom Petty fans discovering them.

Jump ahead 100 shows and The Wildflowers have become one of the most popular tribute shows across the southeast US, and quickly gaining recognition in other regions. Equipped with decades of experience and a passion for Tom Petty’s magic way with songs, The Wildflowers bring music lovers of all stripes what they adore. More Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.
Thursday April 3 @ 7:30
NATALIE MACMASTER & DONNELL LEAHY
The Four on the Floor Tour
TICKETS: $57
Juno Award winning fiddle virtuosos Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy are hitting the road again and taking their music to new heights with an all new show. The tour is appropriately named “The Four on the Floor Tour” and features their two eldest children, Mary Frances and Micheal Leahy who will join their parents for a night of musical magic.
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The accomplished duo of Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy has toured extensively over the years both together and separately, selling out venues across the continent. To fans of fiddle music, Natalie MacMaster needs no introduction. The order of Canada recipient has released 11 albums, won two Juno Awards, 11 East Coast Music Awards and is a Grammy Award nominee. She has collaborated with Yo-Yo Ma, Jesse Cook, Allison Kraus, Johnny Reid and many many more.

​ Donnell Leahy is a 3 time Juno Award winner, with internationally acclaimed music/dance group Leahy. He is widely recognized as one of the best Celtic fiddlers in the world and is widely known for his high energy playing style. 
“If you really love fiddle music, there are performances in this show that are nothing short of jaw dropping—performances that will raise you up and performances that will leave you misty-eyed.”-The Guardian
Saturday April 5 @ 7:30
PIANO HEIST
South Okanagan Concert Series
Lifelong friends, and colleagues, Nico Rhodes, and Patrick Courtin, shocked and appalled by the realization that piano just isn’t cool anymore, set off on a divine quest to redeem the keyboard and reinstate its reputation as the greatest instrument of ALL TIME! Armed with the music of the greatest composers, songwriters and performers of the past 300 years, and the technology of the 21st century – their virtual orchestra D.O.U.G.I. (Digital Orchestral Ultimate Gizmo Intelligence), Nico and Patrick deliver everything from classical piano raptures to bombastic boogie woogie, from romantic piano ballads to 80’s keyboard synth battles in their show Piano Heist! What ensues is a mishmash of theatrical wonder, comedy, audience participation, heartfelt stories, a pinch of history, and a world of musical madness.

​​Part of the 2024/2025 South Okanagan Concert Series
Sunday October 27th 2024- Sycamore String Quartet
Friday November 29th 2024 - O'Celli
Friday January 24th 2025 - Alex Cuba
Saturday April 5th 2025 - Piano Heist​
TICKETS
  • 4 Events - $27.00 each
  • 2-3 Events - $29.50 each
  • Single Event for Sycamore String Quartet, O'Celli & Piano Heist- $32.00 each
  • Single Event for Alex Cuba - $38.00
  • ​Students - $5.00 each​
Thursday April 17 @ 7:30
THE KNITTING PILGRIM
​Presented by Venables Theatre
TICKETS: Adults $35, Under 25 $20
Directed by Jennifer Tarver, and performed by actor, writer and knitter Kirk Dunn, The Knitting Pilgrim is a multidisciplinary one-person theatrical experience that uses storytelling, image projection and a one-of-a-kind textile installation called Stitched Glass.

​Created by actor, writer and knitter Kirk Dunn, Stitched Glass is a triptych of large hand-knitted panels, designed in the style of stained-glass windows, which looks at the commonalities and conflicts amongst the Abrahamic faiths: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The textile masterwork was supported by a Chalmers Foundation grant through the Ontario Arts Council in 2003, and took Kirk an incredible 15 years to complete. There is no other knitting project like it in the world.

Kirk and seasoned writer Claire Ross Dunn co-wrote The Knitting Pilgrim, which uses the Stitched Glass panels – collectively over 90 pounds of knitting – as its set. The play recounts Kirk’s artistic and spiritual journey of hand-knitting the project, and his hope to contribute to the vital conversation about xenophobia, Antisemitism and Islamophobia, dealing with internal/external strife, and fear of the other.

“The hope has always been to create conversation,” says Kirk, who sought out Christian, Muslim and Jewish consultants to help him research and design the artwork and, more personally, to learn about the feelings and experiences of others. “A conversation between all people—believers and non-believers—who find themselves in conflict. How can we better understand and empathize with each other? Everyone has a unique background, point of view, and experience, and at the same time, many experiences are universal. Focusing on what knits us together, rather than what pulls us apart, is a place to start.”

Knitting is encouraged during the show if audience members are so inclined—Kirk has yarn and needles to give out onstage. People can also Bring Their Own Knitting (#BYOK). Kirk is using the audience’s knitting to assemble a giant Moebius Strip, a curiously paradoxical object that has significance in the play.
Saturday April 19 @ 7:30
​OM Oliver Music & Entertainment presents
AMERICAN ROCK LEGENDS
Tribute to John Fogerty, Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger
Centerfield - John Fogerty Tribute
John Fogerty from CCR is one the most enduring icons of rock music and his music is still loved by everyone everywhere. As John Fogerty says in his hit Creedence Song, “You can’t go wrong if you play a little bit of that Creedence Song” Everyone agrees! Centerfield, starring Dan Hare is the ultimate tribute to the music of John Fogerty and CCR! Re-live the memories of one of the most loved rock music icons of all time as Centerfield authentically re-creates the CCR classics along with the best of Fogerty’s later hits. The Look, the Voice, the Hits. 
 
Dead Man's Town – Bruce Springsteen Tribute 
Watch and listen as the music of the iconic Bruce Springsteen comes alive. The vibe, energy and power of a Springsteen live show is legendary and the Dead Man’s Town experience is committed to delivering every nuance of The BOSS himself. The energy, the sweat, the smiles and of course, the songs that defined ‘the everyman’ over the last five decades. Bruce Springsteen is part of the fabric of popular music providing the backdrop for the memories of millions. Come and relive some of yours with ‘Dead Man’s Town,’ THE ‘Dead On’ tribute to the one, the only BOSS, starring Brad
Lovell. 
 
Night Moves – Bob Seger Tribute                                               
Bob Seger is an American music legend second to none with countless hits loved by millions everywhere! With the powerful vocals required for this show, Night Moves Vancouver starring Dan Hare re-creates Bob Seger of the 70s and 80s when his hits were on every rock radio station in the world.
Night Moves, starring Dan Hare is the ultimate tribute to the music of Bob Seger! Re-live the memories of one of the most loved rock music icons of all time as Night Moves authentically re-creates the Seger classics of the 70s and 80s. The Look, the Voice, the Hits.
TICKETS: $60
Buy 4 or more tickets, $55 each. Use promo code ARL to receive this discount. 
Thursday April 24 @ 7:30
Shantero Productions presents
THE STAMPEDERS
One More Time
TICKETS: $96
‘They're on their way, to the city lights’ ... and, THE predominant Canadian Rock ‘n’ Roll band of the 1970s – The Stampeders – are bringing along all their classic hits: Wild Eyes, Carry Me, Oh My Lady, Devil You, Ramona, Minstrel Gypsy, Hit the Road Jack and, of course, the quintessential Canadian – and Hall of Fame – song, Sweet City Woman! A veritable soundtrack to a whole generation that will ‘carry you home’ ... maybe not to Birmingham ... but back to a time of tie-dyed t-shirts and elevator shoes, 15¢ coffee and homemade apple pie, dating and dreaming ... By the time The Stampeders get to the first chorus of the first song, everyone will be singing along.

No seventies group represented Canada's musical identity to the world like The Stampeders. A quick look at Canada's music scene from 1971 until 1976 confirms The Stampeders were truly the country's international musical ambassadors, touring more extensively in Canada and overseas than any other Canadian group during that time. In 1977 the trio: Rich Dodson (lead guitar), Kim Berly (drums) and Ronnie King (bass) parted company but reunited, fittingly at the Calgary Stampede, 15 years later in 1992. Since then they’ve been recognized by SOCAN for their Lifetime Achievement, been inducted into the SOCAN Songwriters Hall of Fame on five occasions and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame for their 1971 seminal hit Sweet City Woman.
 
In March 2024, just before the Ontario leg of this tour, Ronnie King passed away. In the final days, while in palliative care, he insisted that his band mates carry on. Dave Chabot, renowned bassist and long time friend of the band, who was already scheduled to be on the tour to sit in for Ronnie as needed, was the obvious choice. Still, Ronnie remains a presence at every show, as Rich and Kim share stories from 50plus years on the road and pay tribute with a retrospective video.    
                                                                                                                      
The enduring musical legacy of The Stampeders ... One More Time ... 'better catch a noon train, better get there for a rock 'n' rolling good time!’   
Friday April 25 @ 7:30
DREAMS / ARRIVAL
Presented by OM Oliver Music & Entertainment
The Ultimate Tribute Show: ABBA and Fleetwood Mac Together for One Unforgettable Night!

Get ready to experience the ultimate tribute show of a lifetime! Dreams/Arrival, the most acclaimed ABBA and Fleetwood Mac tribute band, will be gracing the stage at Venables Theatre.

For over a decade, Dreams/Arrival has been captivating audiences across the globe with their electrifying performances, filling arenas and major venues. Yes, other presenters are bringing these two acts for a single night each and they're just fine. However, this band of artists have been doing this magnificent show for 10 years plus, filling arenas and major venues. They are the gold standard. Now, for one night only, you can witness the magic of ABBA and Fleetwood Mac's iconic music, all in one incredible show. All the hits, all the flash and glamour. Don't miss your chance to hear the most incredibly accurate songs these legendary bands performed live, all for the price of a single ticket.
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Secure your seats now and prepare to be swept away by the music that defined a generation!

TICKETS: $55
May 2, 3, 4, 9 & 10
STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Presented by SOAP Theatre
Steel Magnolias is a comedy-drama about the bond among a group of Southern women in Louisiana. As the title suggests, the "female characters are as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel".

The action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon, where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, ("I’m not crazy, I’ve just been in a bad mood for forty years"); an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M’Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town), is about to marry a “good ole boy.”

Filled with hilarious repartee and acerbic but humorously revealing verbal collisions, the play moves toward tragedy when, in the second act, the spunky Shelby (who is a diabetic) risks pregnancy and forfeits her life. The sudden realization of their mortality affects the others, but also draws on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality to make them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad.

The play is alternately hilarious and touching—and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters.
For full show details, please visit the SOAP Theatre website at https://www.soplayers.ca/steel.html

Show Dates & Times
Fri-Sat, May 2-3 at 7:30 pm
Sun Matinee, May 4 at 2:00 pm
Fri-Sat, May 9-10 at 7:30 pm
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TICKETS: 
Single Show Ticket Prices
$26 Adults at the door
$24 Adults in advance
$20 Adults for groups of 10 or more (contact ticket office)
$18 Students with valid Student ID
 
Multi-Show Subscription Savings:
$22 Adults buying tickets to two SOAP productions this season
$20 Adults buying tickets to all three SOAP productions this season
Sunday May 11 @ 7:30
Kootenay Concerts presents
HOTEL CALIFORNIA
The Original Eagles Tribute
Selling out everywhere!
For over three decades now HOTEL CALIFORNIA have been recreating the legendary sound of THE EAGLES, and thrilling audiences all over the world. The band set the bar in 1986, and they’ve remained the industry leading substitute for The Eagles ever since. Playing to huge outdoor and arena audiences, sharing bills with some of rock’s legends, and going places no tribute band has gone before. A long run by any measure, but it begs the question - what makes HOTEL CALIFORNIA so special? Well, incredible lead vocal similarity, intensely accurate instrumental work, soaring harmonies, and top flight live performances, just for starters. These are the band’s hallmarks, and the foundation on which their reputation has been built. With over a century of collective professional experience in the band today, they’re still going stronger than ever!

HOTEL CALIFORNIA’s show has evolved into a masterful celebration of The Eagles’ music. One of the most game-changing song catalogs in the history of rock n’ roll is performed to perfection before your eyes and ears. The band also offers tons of value-added promotional support and materials to every client, and the confidence that industry insiders have in them has made HOTEL CALIFORNIA one of the world’s most accomplished tribute productions. You can check them out any time you like, but you’ll never want to leave.

If you love The Eagles, then welcome to the Hotel California – you’ve just found the next-best thing.

TICKETS: $55
Friday May 16 @ 7:30
LMS Entertainment presents
THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD EXPERIENCE
Andrew John's Elton John Tribute
The Yellow Brick Road Experience Featuring Andrew Johns live in concert. Experience first hand how Andrew commands the stage with his spot on piano and vocal skills that take you back to Elton John in his prime! 
 
Andrew Johns featuring his band, The Jets, with full horn section, playing all the hits in the original keys as performed by Sir Elton John. Take a trip down memory lane as Andrew Johns & The Jets relive all the greatest hits in this dynamic tribute featuring some of North America’s finest session and touring  musicians, including 4 time Juno award winner and Canada’s Walk of Fame recipient, Julie Masi from the Parachute Club. 
 
With over 250 millions records sold worldwide as well as holding the world record for biggest selling single of all time with Candle In the Wind, Elton John’s timeless musical catalogue will be celebrated. Performing such hits as “ Yellow Brick Road” “Burn down the mission” “Your Song” “Crocodile Rock” and many more.
 
Come join the excitement and passion and stunning musicianship as the Yellow Brick Road Experience winds its way back to Oliver.

TICKETS: $55.25
Friday May 30 @ 7:30
Ice Cap Entertainment presents
THE LIVERPOOL 4
Canada's Tribute to the Beatles
Travel through time - From early Ed Sullivan to Let it be, you’ll get all the hits. Experience this live Beatles show through all eras of their career, performed on stage by The Liverpool 4 with the same high energy, impeccable musicianship, showmanship, fun and humour.
 
The Liverpool 4, Canada’s Tribute to The Beatles have been delighting audiences for nearly two decades with their live high energy performance. They have performed thousands of shows across North America including appearances on Global TV's morning show, Maple Leaf Gardens, Universal Pictures, Massey Hall as well as countless theaters and festivals.
 
The show performance is 2 acts with a 20-minute intermission. It must be experienced to be believed. Come together and sing and dance along, clap your hands, stomp your feet, or just rattle your jewelry! 

TICKETS: $60.50
Saturday May 31 @ 7:30
BACKBEAT Entertainment presents
LET'S GO SURFIN'
A Musical Salute to the Beach Boys
​Get ready to be swept away by the timeless melodies of the Beach Boys! Join us for a nostalgic evening filled with their iconic hits and concert favorites.  Let’s Go Surfin' is performed by BACKBEAT, Canada's most authentic musical tribute to the 60's. They nail the incredibly intricate Beach Boys harmonies perfectly!  All the genius of Brian Wilson’s songwriting and studio wizardry blossoms on stage in a spectacular musical salute to one of the greatest pop groups of all time!
 
All the hits are here!  From the energetic “Fun, Fun, Fun” and "Surfin' USA" to the emotional masterpieces like “Don’t Worry, Baby” and "God Only Knows", this show will take you on a musical journey through the sunshine-soaked sounds of California. Feel the sand between your toes and the warmth of the summer sun as you sing along to your favorite Beach Boys classics.
 
Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity to relive the music and the magic of The Beach Boys… in a spectacular tribute of both sight and sound performed by BACKBEAT.

​TICKETS: $45
Wednesday June 4 @ 7:30
Sound the Alarm: Music/Theatre presents
A WHOLE NEW WORLD
A Concert of Movie Musicals' Greatest Songs
From the producers of Music of the Night: The Concert Tour, this new concert production celebrates some of Hollywoods' legendary songs from movie musicals - immersing you in the greatest hits from Disney and iconic Hollywood Studios. With a live band and celebrated professional cast of singers, this concert experience will delight audiences of all ages.

ACT 1: Disney Studios
The first half of this concert is dedicated entirely to the classic hits we have all grown to love from Disney Studios, including songs from Pinocchio, The Aristocats, Mary Poppins, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast and more!

ACT 2: Hollywood Studios
The concerts' second half features music from iconic Hollywood studios, including songs from The Sound Of Music, Les Miserables, Grease, Mamma Mia, La La Land, Moulin Rouge, The Greatest Showman, Wicked and more!

Our commitment to our Indigenous Communities: We offer modest discounted rates to Indigenous communities as a small gesture to honor the Call to Action towards the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. We invite you to learn with us about ways we can respond to the Calls to Action within our own communities.

Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1524494530110/1557511412801

​TICKETS: 
Adult: $72.45
​Senior/Student: $68.25
Indigenous Community/Arts Workers: $63
Sunday June 22 @ 7:30
​Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan, Ian Thomas
LUNCH AT ALLEN'S
The Farewell Tour
Presented by Shantero Productions
As the saying goes ‘all good things must come to an end' and so it is with Lunch At Allen's, who will embark on a country-wide Farewell Tour beginning in Atlantic Canada this October. Coming together in 2004, for what was meant to be a one-off 8-date tour presented as a song-writer's circle, the four renowned artists discovered a soul-warming  joie de vivre in performing together ... and so began 20 years of camaraderie touring the country coast to coast. 

Lunch At Allen’s is a musical powerhouse comprising four remarkable Canadian talents: Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas. As individuals, they have written for or sung on over 25,000,000 CDs, penning hits for Josh Groban, Chicago, Bonnie Raitt, America, Santana, Cher and Rod Stewart, as well as Murray’s Farmer’s Song, Marc’s Marina Del Rey and Ian’s Painted Ladies, just to name a few. These three artists have come together adding the incredible voice of Cindy Church (Quartette, Great Western Orchestra) to form Lunch At Allen’s. Attending their stage show is to embark on an intimate musical journey replete with laughter and personal anecdotes, familiar favourites and new material, fashioning an unforgettable evening’s entertainment …from their hearts …to your soul.  
 “You would be hard pressed to find another Canadian ensemble with more collective depth of influence over Canada’s musical landscape than Lunch At Allen’s.” - The Beat Magazine    

TICKETS: $83.75 
Friday October 10 @ 7:30
FLEETWOOD MAGIC
The Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Magic Tribute Show transports audiences in sound and time on a musical journey performing Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits from the 60’s to the 80’s. They perform in vintage costumes using period correct instrument sounds, exacting vocals and onstage character to personify this most famous line-up of Fleetwood Mac.

Fleetwood Mac is one of the world’s most iconic groups! They have earned their place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the biggest selling classic rock bands on the planet!

Fleetwood Magic vividly reminds audiences of all ages, what made “The Mac” legendary.  Experiencing timeless classics like “Rhiannon,” “Dreams,” “You Make Loving Fun,” “Say You Love Me,” “The Chain,” “Go Your Own Way,” listeners have come to realize the ‘Rumours’ are true – Fleetwood Magic does indeed, deliver the magic!
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Continually playing sold out shows to thousands of Fleetwood Mac music fans, Fleetwood Magic is a must see for all ages!
For more information about Fleetwood Magic, please visit:
www.fleetwoodmagic.ca

TICKETS: $64
Sunday November 16 @ 7:30
VaughnCo Productions presents
BEEGEES REVISITED
The Ultimate Tribute Show
VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present the most outstanding Bee Gees Tribute show. Bee Gees Revisited is the ultimate tribute to the Bee Gees. Come and experience the sound, the harmonies, and the beautiful falsetto voices of the brothers Gibb. Performing with a full band the show recreates the Bee Gees 1998 Las Vegas appearance live.

The costumes, the music, and the atmosphere is as close to the real thing as you can get. The show suspends belief as it weaves through hit after hit from their classic 60’s catalogue to the groove of their 70’s Disco era hits that made the band a world-wide sensation. Dance and sing along to hits like Staying Alive, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Tragedy, You Should Be Dancing, and Nights on Broadway.
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All performed note for note by award winning vocalists Colum Henry, Dave Lafame, and Aaron Solomon. This international touring act has played to sold out, standing ovation audiences throughout North America. So put on your white suits, sequin dresses, boogie shoes and get ready to sing and dance the night away with Bee Gees Revisited.  If you are a Bee Gees fan this show is a must see!

TICKETS: $61
What's On Stage
Rent the Theatre or Lobby
Tech Specs
Oliver Community Theatre Society
Contact
Venables Theatre is wheelchair accessible, features a T-Coil Hearing Loop for the hearing impaired and allows service dogs in specified seating. Click here for more information.
Venables Theatre
6100 Gala Street
Oliver BC  V0H 1T0
250-498-1626
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