Impressive lineup at Evergreen

Evergreen Theatre in East Margaretsville is getting ready for its spring season, and the lineup to date is impressive, starting March 9 with CBC’s Stan Carew, followed by New Brunswick’s song-writing wonderkid David Myles on March 21.

Sunday, March 9 at 2 p.m. is Stan Carew and the Magpies. The well-known CBC host will be opening the Evergreen spring season with a Sunday afternoon show. Admission is $15. Check him out at www.cbc.ca

Friday, March 21 is David Myles tuning up his guitar. Former New Brunswick, now Halifax, singer songwriter David Myles returns to Evergreen Theatre after wowing an appreciative audience last year. Myles won an international songwriting award last year and will be debuting his brand new CD at the Evergreen. Admission is $15. Go to www.davidmyles.com for the latest.

Friday, April 4 Mattt Minglewood takes the stage at Evergreen Theatre. He showed his personal side at Evergreen last year with his one-man show, mixing music and stories in a sometimes humourous, always touching evening.

The guitarist, pianist, singer, songwriter, creates an inspired blend of country, blues, folk, roots, and rock. Both on record and on stage Matt keeps the music thriving, interesting, and vivacious. After a dozen recordings and 30 years of touring from Cape Breton to Vancouver, Europe, and across the United States he has earned the respect and loyalty of thousands of devoted fans. Admission is $20. Go to www.mattminglewood.com

Saturday, April 19 check out Outerbridge Magical Moments in Time. Ted and Marion Outerbridge combine comedy with mind-bending illusions to create Magical Moments in Time, a uniquely bewitching and hilarious evening of entertainment. This world-class show has played to sold-out houses and standing ovations across Canada and in Europe. Admission is $20. Go to www.tedouterbridge.com

Saturday, May 3 heralds the arrival of Meaghan Smith. This young singer songwriter from Halifax visited Evergreen two years ago with Jill Barber and Rose Cousins. Now fans get to experience her new CD in a solo show. Admission is $15. Go to www.meaghansmith.ca

Saturday, June 7 brings Morgan Davis to the Evergreen stage. Anytime Morgan Davis is in town, it’s worth dropping everything to take in his show. For nearly four decades Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States, and Europe. His performances draw from a rich tradition of country blues, as well as his own contemporary songs infused with wit and a large dose of humour. Admission is $15. Check him out at www.morgandavis.com

Saturday, June 21 Dan Mckinnon helps make the switch from spring to summer. And it’s worth traveling up the mountain to hear him perform. The award-winning singer, guitarist, songwriter, and historian hails from the Maritimes, rich in the musical and cultural traditions of the North Atlantic. His warm baritone voice, superb guitar arrangements and original compositions have won this native Nova Scotian widespread praise. Admission is $15. See him at www.danmckinnon.ca

All shows are at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise (March 9). Reserve your tickets at evergreentheatre@gmail.com or by phoning 902-825-6834.