Brit’s Picks Oct. 6 – 13
Tribute to Elvis
Thursday
Broadway Theatre
It’s a show that’s two tribute artists for the price of one. The UK’s own Chris Connor and Canadian Pete Paquette have been sharing their love of Elvis and his music across Canada and are making a stop in our city. Paquette specializes in early Elvis and Connor leans more towards the King’s Las Vegas years. This is a chance to hear all your favourite tunes performed live with a 10-piece band. Tickets are $49.
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Pumpkin Maze
Now – Oct. 31
Dutch Growers
After a few years away from the Thanksgiving and Halloween celebrations, Dutch Growers is back with its pumpkin maze. Take your little ones and wind your way through the straw bale maze and pick out a pumpkin to take home. This is a fun family outing and A great chance to sneak a few photos. The maze is free and open 10am – 6:00p.m. nightly.
For more info and group bookings, head to the website.
Gunner & Smith
Friday
Bassment
Saskatoon’s own Gunner & Smith has a new album out called Hear You In My Head and is about to head out on tour. Before he leaves, Geoff Smith wants you to hear his new music. He says the new tunes are about folklore, philosophy and faith, the things that rattle around in his head. This is a double bill and celebrated Indigenous roots group The North Sound will be sharing the stage. Tickets are $30 – $39.
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The Mavericks & Los Lobos
Saturday
TCU Place
It’s the sound of cabarets and wedding parties here in Saskatchewan. You’d be hard-pressed to find a dance that didn’t feature at least one of the songs from the catalogues of The Mavericks. Tunes like What a Crying Shame and All You Ever Do is Bring Me Down are staples at get togethers in this province. The Grammy Award winners are sharing the stage with Latin country group Los Lobos. It’ll be hit, after hit at this performance. Tickets are $106.
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Music Happy Hour
Monday
All Saint’s Hall
With all the family in town and all that feasting, you’re going to want to dance off the calories. Luckily, there’s an old tyme dance party waiting for you Thanksgiving Monday. Head down to All Saint’s Hall for an afternoon performance from an all star band featuring artists like Jaxon Lalonde (The Local Group) and Clayton Linthicum (Kacy & Clayton). The Screaming E’s and Mary Liv & Emmy Lou will share the stage. There will be games, fiddles, banjos, pizza and pumpkin pie. This is a fundraiser for CFCR Community Radio and tickets are $10.
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Old Stock: A Refugee Love Story
Oct. 12 – 23
Remai Arts Centre
It’s a celebrated performance that’s toured around the world and is now coming to Saskatoon for a run. Old Stock: A Refugee Love Story is one part klezmer concert, one part musical theatre show starring Canadian recording artist Ben Caplan. The show is based on a true story of two Jewish Romanian refugees immigrating to Canada in 1908. This performance is a partnership between Persephone Theatre and the inaugural Saskatchewan Jewish Arts Festival (Oct. 19 – 23). Tickets for the performance are $34 and the rest of the events for the Saskatchewan Jewish Arts Festival are free.
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Here’s the link for the Saskatchewan Jewish Arts Festival.
John Mulaney – From Scratch
Oct. 13
SaskTel Centre
Hot off a gig at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, John Mulaney is hitting the stage with new material. The Saturday Night Live writing alum is also knowns for his Netflix specials and work in film and television. He jokes about politics, relationships and his stint in rehab. His shows have been getting rave reviews and he’s here for one night only. Tickets are $74 – $125.
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