Dryden Entertainment Series 2025-26
Come out and join us for some great entertainment!
All shows take place at The Centre at 7:30 pm
Announcing a Change to our 2025-26 Line-up!
Unfortunately, The Hello Darlins, who were scheduled to appear on February 10, have had to cancel their tour due to the illness of one of their group members.
We are pleased to announce that The McDades will be performing on that same date.
If you have a ticket for The Hello Darlins show, you will use that ticket for The McDades' performance.
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Saturday, September 20, 2025
Crash Test Dummies
With one of the most recognizable voices in Canadian music history, alternative rock band Crash Test Dummies are a three-time Grammy nominated and JUNO award-winning group, who soared to the top of the worldwide charts in the early 1990’s with hits “Mmm, Mmm, Mmm, Mmm” and “Superman’s Song”.
Opening set by singer-songwriter Carleton Stone.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Kyle McKearney
Kyle McKearney is redefining Americana and Alternative Country, earning a reputation as one of Canada’s most captivating voices. Rooted in the country and bluegrass music of his childhood, Kyle’s artistry is deeply shaped by his Métis heritage, weaving soulful storytelling with gritty, roots-inspired instrumentation to create a sound that’s both authentic and genre-defying.
Monday, November 17, 2025
Julian Taylor and Logan Staats
Critically acclaimed songwriters Julian Taylor and Logan Staats have joined forces to tour across Canada and bring you an incredible night of songs and stories. Presented in an acoustic format, the evening promises musical surprises and heartfelt storytelling. Join the award-winning recording artists as they share the stage for a powerful night of music.
Sunday, November 30, 2025
The Barra MacNeils
An East Coast Christmas
The Barra MacNeils – An East Coast Christmas is a musical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season. With their captivating vocals, distinctive harmonies and extraordinary musicianship, The Barra MacNeils inject new life and energy into the sights and sounds of Christmas…one moment a rousing chorus, then a hauntingly beautiful Gaelic ballad, the next a flurry of foot-stomping instrumentals, which of course pulls one then another into a step-dancing revelry.
Friday, January 16, 2026
Russell DeCarle
Russell deCarle, well-known as the frontman of country roots band Prairie Oyster, is no stranger to awards and accolades. His “Oyster years” were rewarded with six Juno Awards, numerous Canadian Country Music Awards, gold and platinum records and #1 singles. The truth is, though, that Prairie Oyster was always more than a “country” band, and deCarle’s warm, burnished and intimate voice has always honoured an eclectic range of songs.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The McDades
The McDades' Celtic-rooted music blends jazz improvisation with infectious global rhythms. They are winners of a Juno Award for Best Roots Album (group) and two Canadian Folk Music Awards for World Group of the year and Instrumental album of the year.
Concert Update!
The Hello Darlins, previously scheduled to appear on this date, are unfortunately unable to tour due to an illness of one of their group members.
Friday, February 27, 2026
Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad
Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad, by award-winning Canadian playwright Michael Melski, is a slashing two-hander about two lonely single parents who meet and fall in love while watching their kids play a season of minor hockey. In their section of the bleachers in an old rink, they find the best and worst in themselves reflected by the game.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Jessica Pearson and the East Wind
Like sirens calling from an ancient shore, the haunting three-part harmonies of Jessica Pearson & The East Wind will bind you in a timeless folkloric spell. Alchemizing roots, classic country, Americana and Celtic soundscapes, the trio spin tales of outlaw heroics, matriarchal power, resistance and resilience, and the unrelenting beauty of becoming who you are.
Series tickets go on sale July 1, 2025
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Individual tickets go on sale August 11, 2025
To buy tickets for individual shows, go to The Centre's event calendar.