The beloved stories of L.M. Montgomery come alive once again with the new Canadian musical, Anne and Gilbert. Based on the Anne of Green Gables novels Anne of Avonlea and Anne of the Island, the sequel tells of Anne Shirley’s journey into young adulthood and her ever-changing romance with Gilbert. This musical is as faithful as possible to the original story, and contemporary audiences will delight in the lively and insightful tunes as they chronicle Anne’s college years.

Anne and Gilbert opened to rave reviews in Charlottetown two years ago, and critics predict it will become a classic on the Canadian music scene. After all 44 performances sold out, the Toronto Star hailed Anne and Gilbert “a marvel”. The Halifax Chronicle called it “heart-warming, tear inducing, thoroughly satisfying.”

Fleetwood Mac’s 1977 album Rumors went on to sell 30 million copies worldwide, making the list of best selling albums of all time. Packed with hit after hit including: Dreams, Don’t Stop, Go Your Own Way, The Chain, You Make Loving Fun, and Gold Dust Woman, Rumors proved Fleetwood Mac had come through a challenging time in the group’s history only to outdo themselves with phenomenal musical success.

Classic Albums Live presents the album note for note, cut for cut, re-creating it on stage with the best studio musicians. Known for its lyrical references to the rocky relationships within the band, Rumors proved nothing could stop Fleetwood Mac from creating fantastic music together. You loved it on vinyl and probably played it over and over again - now you’ll love hearing Rumors live!

Folk legend Arlo Guthrie was catapulted to success in 1967 with the release of Alice’s Restaurant, a song of satirical protest against the Vietnam War draft. The title song premiered at the Newport Folk Festival and led to the rise of social consciousness and activism of the 1960s. Son of the legendary Woody Guthrie, Arlo’s music continues to resound with the same passion and political relevance to this day.

Over the last four decades, Arlo Guthrie has been touring throughout North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia to legions of dedicated fans. An accomplished musician on the piano, six and twelve string guitar, harmonica and other instruments, the natural-born storyteller blends timeless tales and humorous anecdotes into an inspired musical performance. This is Arlo Guthrie’s first appearance at Gryphon Theatre.

October 26, 2008 at 4:00pm
Huronia Symphony Orchestra: Opening Season Concert
Gryphon Theatre, Georgian College

Guest Conductor: Eric Paetkau
Featuring Barrie pianist Sandra Ruttan

Take a journey between the romantic and the classical with Dvorak’s Symphony #6 and Mozart’s Piano Concerto #21 in C major (The slow movement is the famous theme from the movie “Elvira Madigan”)

With an orchestra of 19 and a cast of 16, this show will sparkle with 18 classic Cole Porter songs – including “Another Op’nin’, Another Show,” “So in Love,” “Too Darn Hot,” and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare.”

God’s Middle Name, the multi-award-winning play about autism is based on the book Snapshots of Autism by Jennifer Overton. It premiered to critical acclaim and was named Outstanding New Play and Outstanding Production at the Theatre Nova Scotia 2007 Robert Merritt Awards.

Presented by In Good Company Theatre of Halifax, God’s Middle Name is an evocative parable of crashing into the unknown and accepting the unknowable. Woven with candor and humour, it follows the compelling story of a mother’s journey into unchartered territory as she raises her autistic son. This sensitive and genuine portrayal explores the struggles and celebrations of one family’s path to resiliency and hope.

Guest Conductor: Tony Gomes
Guest vocalist - Heather Bambrick

Featuring as a special guest on vocals Heather Bambrick, winner of the 2004 National Jazz Award for Vocalist of the Yearand the host of the highly popular “Sunday Afternoon Jazz”, on Canada’s only all-Jazz radio station, Jazz FM91.as well as Barrie’s own harpist Emilie Lom

Our popular holiday concert features all the things you love about a musical Christmas: carol sing-a-longs, classic and contemporary works celebrating the season, and surprises!