Port Hope Friends of Music 38th Season  

Stars of Tomorrow, with Iain Scott, Saturday April 6, 2013 3 p.m. St. Peter's Anglican Church, Cobourg. Iain Scott will once again present three graduates from the University of Toronto Opera School in a recital of favourites from the Met and Broadway.

Duo Rendezvous - Saturday April 13, 2013 8 p.m. Cameco Capitol Arts Centre, Port Hope. Violinist Jasper Wood and guitarist Daniel Bolshoy return to Port Hope as Duo Rendevous. Formed in response to great demand for a refreshing and passionate chamber ensemble, these charismatic virtuosi enjoy engaging their audiences with humour and musicianship.

Canadian Brass - Saturday May 25, 2013 8 p.m. Port Hope United Church. Five tremendous brass musicians, each a virtuoso in his own right, form the legendary Canadian Brass. With an international reputation as one of the most popular brass ensembles today, Canadian Brass has truly earned the distinction of "the world's most famous brass group."

For further information on pricing, please visit www.porthopefriendsofmusic.ca

Northumberland Orchestra and Choir  

In Peace Karl Jenkins The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace. A moving, modern appeal to our common humanity by one of the most performed living composers in the world. Saturday May 11, 2013 7:30 p.m.

All concerts to take place at Trinity United Church, Cobourg. Tickets are $28.00 for adults; seniors (65+) $25.00; youth $12.00 and children under 12, free with adult.

Northumberland Players present More Work Than A Puppy - written and directed by Heather Jopling  

Join our multi-generational cast of women as they lead you through the joy of motherhood. More Work Than A Puppy is irreverent, gutsy, bodacious and uplifting. Now there's a Mother's Day present idea. Presented at the Firehall Theatre on May 10 at 8 p.m. with a 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. show on May 11 and 12.

Tickets are $18.00 each and are available through the Concert Hall Box Office. General admission seating.

Sweet Water Country Music 2013 Series  

May 12 - Crystal Gage

Crystal Gage puts on a high energy, audience participating show that appeals to all ages and is guaranteed to leave everyone wanting more. Through country music covers and original music from her albums, she shares her warm personality with every audience member and you can't help but take notice and enjoy every minute of her show.

September 22 - Grant and Sean Carson

Both Grant and Sean Carson have years and years or experience, but rarely do they get the opportunity to perform together. This will prove to be a great show.

October 20 - Duets

We have invited two of our favourite female singers, Beth Hunt and Joanne Post to help the guys out with songs of the most famous duos in Country Music. We ill be featuring songs by George and Tammy, Dolly and Porter and Conway and Loretta to name just a few.

Existing season ticket holders have until February 4, 2013 to renew their same seats. Single tickets may be purchased after February 4, 2013. Series tickets $65.00 + HST; single tickets $20.00 + HST. Reserved, cabaret style seating.

Oriana Singers  

Join the Oriana Singers as they entertain with The Best of Movie Music Come dressed in your awards night best ready for a party with wine, cheese, dessert fruit, gourmet Celebrate with Cake cupcakes. Don't miss the final concert of the 2012-2013 season on Saturday, June 1 at LeVan Hall, Trinity College School - Port Hope. Tickets $35 each.

Sinatra and Friends  

Written and Narrated by Beth McMaster

Featuring: Wayne Robinson, Bob Trennum and Kate Suhr with Lee Batchelor on keyboard.

Directed by Gillian Wilson.

On June 8 at 4 and 7 p.m. at Victoria Hall in Cobourg follow the life of the legendary Frank Sinatra through seven decades of the greatest music ever written. Wayne Robinson sings Sinatra. Bob Trennum picks up Bing Crosby, Willie Nelson, John Denver and more of the great entertainers who worked with Frank. Kate Suhr does everyone from Judy Garland to Dionne Warwick.

All backed by Lee Batchelor on keyboard and photos assembled by Stuart McMaster.

Cabaret style, general admission seating. All seats are $20.00. Call the Box Office to reserve.

Boghall & Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band  

Boghall & Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band of Bathgate, Scotland, will perform Forte in concert on Friday June 14, 2013 at the Cobourg Community Centre at 7:30 p.m. The band will perform a stage version of their Forte concert that was last presented at the Pre-World's in August 2012 at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. 2012 European and Cowal champions, Boghall & Bathgate is one of the most consistently successful top-grade pipe bands in history. Don't miss the premier non-competition event of the year!

Tickets are available at the Concert Hall Box Office 905 372-2210 or toll free 855-372-2210 prices are $50.00 and $40.00 + $2.50 service fee. Reserved seating.

A Coronation Celebration  

Michael Korn presents A Coronation Celebration featuring musical favourites honouring the 60th Anniversary of the Queen's Coronation. Join a mass choir from Cobourg, Kingston and Toronto along with Musical Directors Debbie Fingas, Ian Juby and Judy Scott Jacobs with Claire Bresee on organ and piano with a special guest appearance by the Concert Band of Cobourg.

One performance only at Trinity United Church, June 15 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.00 and $10.00 for children under 12. General admission seating.

Northumberland Players present Death and the Maiden  

An exploration of repression's effects on hearts and souls. Paulina Escobar's husband, Gerardo, is to head an investigation into past human rights abuses. A Dr. Miranda stops by to congratulate Gerardo. Paulina becomes convinced that Dr. Miranda supervised her prison torture. With her husband as witness, she conducts her own interrogation, gun in hand. This white-knuckle thriller is a riveting intellectual and emotional tug of war. Written by Arial Dorfman and directed by Jan Crane.

Appearing at the Firehall Theatre, performance dates are June 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 at 8 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on June 16. Tickets are $20.00 each and are available through the Concert Hall Box Office. General admission seating.

4th Line Theatre 2013 Summer Season  

The Winslows of Derryvore - written and directed by Robert Winslow July 2 - 27.

This extraordinary prequel to The Cavan Blazers is an epic tale of romance and adventure filled with battles, music and the magic of 17th century Ireland.

The Real McCoy - written by Andrew Moodie and starring Beau Dixon as Elijah McCoy August 5 - 24.

Inspired by the true life story of Elijah McCoy, The Real McCoy tells the tale of this extraordinary black inventor born in Canada to runaway slaves, who revolutionized steam engine travel.

For times and ticket prices, please visit 4thlinetheatre.on.ca.

Zapp promotions presents ... Multiple Grammy Award Winner and Legend Dr. John with his band The Nite Trippers play a special intimate show at the Concert Hall at Victoria Hall in Cobourg on Monday June 24th at 8 p.m.. Phone the box office at 905-372-2210 or 1-855-372-2210 or visit Zap Records in downtown Cobourg for tickets.  

Dr. John wins a 2013 Grammy for his latest release "Locked Down", produced by one of the biggest bands on the planet, The Black Keys.

Featuring: Dr. John - vocals, keyboards, guitar; Bobby Floyd - keyboards; Joel Johnson - guitar; Sarah Morrow - trombone; Dwight Bailey - bass and Reggie Jackson - drums.

Dr. John, or Mac Rebennack as known to friends and family, is universally celebrated as the living embodiment of the rich musical heritage exclusive to New Orleans. His very colorful musical career began in the 1950's when he wrote and played guitar on some of the greatest records to come out of the Crescent City, including recordings by Professor Longhair, Art Neville, Joe Tex and Frankie Ford.

A notorious gun incident forced the artist to give up the guitar and concentrate on organ and piano. Further trouble at home sent Dr. John west in the 1960's, where he continued to be in demand as a session musician, playing on records by Sonny and Cher, Van Morrison, Aretha Franklin and The Rolling Stones' infamous Exile On Main St. to name a few.

During that time he also launched his solo career, developing the charismatic persona of Dr. John The Nite Tripper. Adorned with voodoo charms and regalia, a legend was born with his breakthrough 1968 album Gris-gris, which established his unique blend of voodoo mysticism, funk, rhythm & blues, psychedelic rock and Creole roots.

Several of his many career highlights include the masterful album Sun, Moon and Herbs in 1971 which included cameos from Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger and 1973's In The Right Place, which contained the chart hits "Right Place Wrong Time" and "Such A Night."

Dr. John garnered Grammy award wins in 1989, 1992, 1996 and 2000. In 2004, his musical love letter to the city of New Orleans, "N'awlinz Dis Dat or D'udda," was awarded the prestigious Acad"mie Charles Cros 57ème Palmarès award in France. It was the first time since the 1970's that an artist from North America received the award.

He has also received six other nominations over the years. In 2007 he was nominated for a Grammy for "Sippiana Hericane," his Hurricane Katrina benefit disc. Other awards include the American Society of Young Musicians 2007 Trailblazer Award.

After Hurricane Katrina and government bungles bashed New Orleans in 2005, Dr. John immediately stepped up to the plate with both generous relief fund-raising concerts and recordings and angry public words of protest. In 2008 he released "City That Care Forgot," an album winning him a Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album.

2010's release, TRIBAL, has Dr. John revisiting that classic, swampy gris-gris style that put him on the map. After a half century of creating music for others and himself, Dr. John continues to write, arrange, produce and interpret with a passion that has yet to wane. He continues to dazzle and delight audiences across the globe touring consistently.

Tickets are $67.50 - general admission, theatre-style seating.

Private Function/Wedding/Banquet Concert Hall at Victoria Hall Information  

The spring, summer and fall seasons are a busy time for us with weddings and receptions. A few dates are remaining for 2013. For an up to date rental rate, please contact the office at (905) 372-2210 or 1-888-COBOURG ext.4153 and we would be happy to help you plan your special event.

The basic rental rates include the use of the Concert Hall, The Ryerson/Guilet Room - often used for the seating chart and the photo displays; the Citizens' Forum - the bar area and the dressing rooms - for the wedding party only.

In town residents (residing within the Municipality of the Town of Cobourg) rental rate for a Friday, Saturday or Sunday is $725.00. Out of town rental rate for the same days is $800.00.

Weekday rates are $225.00 for local users and $275.00 for out of town users.

There is a $100.00 charge to use the Hall on the day previous to the event to decorate. Please note that the set up and take down of the tables and chairs and risers are included in the rental.

Other fees include - $16.00 per hour for the commissionaire (security); these staff members are in attendance for the entire event. They are responsible for opening up the building and designated rooms, maintaining building security during the event, hourly patrols of the facility and securing the building at the end of the event.

House Manager - $27.75 per hour. This member of the Concert Hall staff is in attendance from the arrival of the first vendor until the last guest has left the premises. They are responsible for enforcing all liquor regulations in accordance with the LLBO ; as well as dealing with any building issues that may arise, such as heating, cooling, lighting, sound, table requirements and guest issues.

Optional fees include an upgraded banquet chiavari chair for $250.00; rentals of easels, high chairs, topiary trees, envelope holders, special lighting effects, coffee urns, projectors, screens (a full list of rentals is available upon request).

A $100.00 non-refundable hold-the-date deposit is required at the time of booking. A user agreement is then issued and the full rental (minus the $100.00 deposit) is required within 60 days of issuing the contract.

All alcohol, including wine for tables is purchased by the Concert Hall office - no outside alcohol is allowed. A $1000.00 deposit is required one month prior to the event if a complimentary bar is requested. All wine for tables is to be paid for one month prior to the event. Please contact the office for wine pricing. Depending on the size of the event, there are two bartenders included in the rental, a fifteen per cent gratuity is added to the final billing.vThere is no smoking on any Town owned property. Alcohol may only be served and consumed in designated locations. The building is wheel chair accessible and there are washrooms to accommodate; those with mobility concerns.

Catering is the responsibility of the renter. Any licensed caterer is allowed if they present a letter from the local health unit stating that they are approved to work at the Hall.

All décor must be approved by the Concert Hall office. There are to be no attachments to the walls or woodwork. Confetti is strictly prohibited. Candles are allowed as long as the flame is fully enclosed in a hurricane-type lantern, votives and floating candles are also allowed as long as the flame does not extend above the top of the container. Battery operated candles are encouraged. There are no taper candles, open flame or candlebras allowed.

Please note that HST is applicable to all charges.

Tickets and Additional Information  

For additional information or tickets to any of the above events, call the box office at 905-372-2210 or email us at concerthall@cobourg.ca. Try our 1-888 number at 1-888-COBOURG ext. 4153

The Concert Hall at Victoria Hall
55 King St. W. Cobourg, Ontario K9A 2M2
Our office is open Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (holidays excluded)

We can be reached by:
Phone: 905-372-2210 - Toll Free: 1-855-372-2210
Fax: 905-372-0781

Concert Hall Facilitator: Beth Hunt
Concert Hall Facilitator - Operations: Tom Hall