Each year, we hand-pick artists and performers to curate our unique Presents series where you can enjoy both well-known, celebrated names as well as under-the-radar talents.
Stories & Songs of Stompin’ Tom begin their 13th year in 2026 singing songs of defiance and hope, some by Tom and some by other Canadian songwriters. Since 1990 when Whiskey Jack and Tom first began to work together, his message to Canada has been simple:
“Keep ‘er Canadian b’y, we need ya!”
Dwayne Gretzky is Canada’s greatest party band and a can’t miss live music experience celebrating classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Celebrating the classic pop and rock songs that unite people across generations, Dwayne Gretzky has delivered electrifying renditions of over 800 songs.
For the past 15 years, Dwayne Gretzky has developed a fervent fanbase across Canada solely on the strength of their live show – performing timeless classic hits with faithful precision, and breathtaking energy not seen in these songs since the original artists in their prime. This culminated in the band headlining one of Toronto’s biggest outdoor venues, Budweiser Stage, to over 7000 people in the summer of 2025. Also in summer 2025, the band launched their new Youtube series, Dwayne’s World, which has gone viral and caught the attention of music fans globally, expanding their audience through the world.
Jory Nash (Jor-ee Nash) is an award-winning singer-songwriter and storyteller who blends folk, jazz, blues, pop, and soul into a distinctive and original stew of sound. Over his career, he has released nine critically acclaimed albums, including The Many Hats of Jory Nash, which was nominated for two 2015 Canadian Folk Music Awards.
Nash returns in 2025 with his 10th album, The Light Still Shines On The Main, co-produced with Chris Stringer. The road back was marked by profound challenges…
“This album is about coming through the darkness,” says Nash. “It’s about hope, resilience, loss, and finding beauty in new beginnings.”
His warm, distinctive voice and intricate songwriting have earned him loyal audiences across Canada, the U.S., and abroad.
The poetic and lyrical legacy of Leonard Cohen is celebrated by Montréal-born Robert Shea in this musical concert dedicated to the unique and iconic Canadian. Cohen’s baritone and much-loved bluesy “vibe” are brought to life by Shea with an outstanding band of musicians and vocalists joining, you will hear the Cohen songs that helped define his soulful persona throughout the decades, from his familiar early hits to his powerful later works.
This concert celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber comes to Lindsay having toured across Canada to sold out audiences from Victoria to Halifax! With a live band and many incredible and celebrated singers, we welcome you to experience this concert of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most iconic theatrical music - including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Sunset Blvd, and more!
The MEGASTARS OF COUNTRY MUSIC is an exciting, fun-filled, live concert experience featuring tributes to country music’s most legendary singers and songwriters. This incredible show which features Larry Turner and Doug Brewin pays homage to the incredible careers of ALAN JACKSON, GEORGE STRAIT and BROOKS & DUNN. The MEGASTARS OF COUNTRY is a musical celebration saluting some of the greatest country hits ever recorded by some of the most famous and respected stars. What makes the show extraordinary is the performers using their own natural voices and appearance to sound and look exactly like the real artists in concert. Their mannerisms, vocals and authentic stage costumes cover every detail which captures the closest experience you’ll ever get to the real deal!
The Damn Truth are truly a perpetual and unstoppable rock and roll machine. Their last album, Now Or Nowhere (also produced by Bob Rock), caught fire in the UK and Europe to such a degree that The Damn Truth have been constantly touring abroad ever since (Sweden, Denmark, Italy, France, Belgium, Romania, Germany, Holland, and more). And now, with this new album, The Damn Truth are bringing that excitement back home.
Re-live the Experience with The AC/DC Show - CANADA. You'll hear hits from both eras, Brian Johnson and (the late) Bon Scott as lead vocalist. The show is an authentic audio/visual recreation of the legendary Australian band. With the stacks of Marshall amplifiers and the grit of the mighty Gibson SG lead guitar, this musical tone is sure to capture your attention from the opening notes.
Acclaimed as the finest big band in the Canada, Ross Wooldridge and his Orchestra are garnering rave reviews with their new show Swing Sensation!!
Under the leadership of Canada’s Clarinet King, Ross Wooldridge leads a 17 piece orchestra packed with some of Canada’s finest jazz instrumentalists in vibrant and dynamic concerts and dances, appearing regularly in the GTA at venues like The Redwood Theatre, The TD Toronto Jazz Festival and the Beaches Jazz Festival.
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