Anthony Gomes

Anthony Gomes "Praise The Loud" 2026 World Tour
With a guitar slung over his shoulder and the amps turned up full tilt, Anthony Gomes electrifies blues and rock at a 21st century crossroads of his own. The Canadian vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and producer wails with all the force of a hurricane in the Mississippi Delta and enough fret-burning fireworks to leave his strings in flames. Over the years, he’s toppled the Billboard Blues Chart at #1, earned the endorsement of legends such as B.B. King, tallied tens of millions of streams, and packed shows on multiple continents. In 2026, Gomes is back supporting his #1 blues album, Praise the Loud, with a world tour that includes stops in 17 countries.
7pm Doors Open8pm Show Begins
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Sunday, October 4, 2026 - 3:00 PMThe Polaris Theatre
 

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Elvis: The King Reimagined — featuring Alessandro Votta October 3, 2026
Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the music and legacy of Elvis Presley, brought to life by acclaimed vocalist Alessandro Votta. With a voice and stage presence that channels the spirit of the King while offering a fresh interpretive edge, Votta leads a dynamic journey through Elvis’s most iconic eras—from the Sun Studio beginnings and Hollywood ballads to the electrifying Vegas years.
Set in an intimate concert format, the performance blends faithful renditions with reimagined arrangements, supported by a powerhouse band that captures the rhythm, swagger, and emotional depth of Elvis’s catalogue. Audiences can expect a night that balances nostalgia with artistry—honouring the original recordings while revealing new textures in familiar songs.
Presented at Polaris Theatre, this special event invites both lifelong Elvis fans and new listeners to rediscover why the music of the King continues to resonate across generations.
Awards
 2024 Angus Rock’n’Roll Festival – Elvis PRO Grand Champion & Overall Grand Champion 2024 Penticton Elvis Festival – Non-Pro Grand Champion 2023 Angus Rock’n’Roll Festival – Elvis Non-Pro Champion Two-time “Spirit of Elvis” Award Winner

Elvis: The King Re-Imagined

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Blue Room II: Silent Film – Nosferatu

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Elton John Tribute Show
Cyril Tenjohn & The Husky Tower Band
 🎶🎤🎼 WINNER of the 2025' Live Performer of the Year at the YYC Music Awards!
It started with a tribute show for Elton's birthday that turned into an entire production with 6 costume changes, 5 band members, and 287 feathers. Cyril has been performing all over Alberta and selling out shows.
With his wild & stunning COSTUMES.. & Elton John's top HITS.. it will be a night to remember... Get your TICKETS today! It’s going to be a PARTY!
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Altius Brass at Polaris
December 5 — Polaris Theatre
Polaris Theatre is proud to present Altius Brass, featuring some of Calgary’s finest brass performers in an evening of bold sound, rich colour, and virtuosic ensemble playing.
Bringing together leading freelance musicians and orchestral players from across the city, Altius Brass showcases the depth and versatility of Calgary’s brass community. The ensemble is known for its precision, expressive range, and ability to move seamlessly between classical repertoire, contemporary works, and imaginative arrangements written specifically for brass quintet.
Set in the acoustically rich environment of Polaris Theatre, this performance highlights the full power and nuance of brass music, where clarity, resonance, and ensemble interplay can be fully appreciated.
A vibrant winter performance celebrating the strength of Calgary’s musical talent and the enduring brilliance of the brass tradition.

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 "Whistles & Fish"
Friday, September 18, 2026

Doors: 7:00pm
Showtime: 7:30pm

"Whistles & Fish – A Celebration of the Life and Music of John Prine featuring Mike Szabo" is an unforgettable evening honoring one of America’s most beloved songwriters. Led by acclaimed Alberta roots artist Mike Szabo and an all-star band, the show brings John Prine’s timeless songs to life with warmth, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. Whether you're a lifelong Prine fan or discovering his music for the first time, "Whistles & Fish" is a moving celebration of the wit, wisdom, and humanity that made John Prine a legend.
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Blue Room Collective — Karen Carpenter Revue
Saturday, April 10, 2027
A heartfelt tribute to one of the most distinctive voices in popular music, Karen Carpenter Revue celebrates the timeless songs and unmistakable sound of Karen Carpenter, brought to life by acclaimed vocalist Shelly Fullerton.
With lush arrangements and the Blue Room Collective’s signature blend of intimacy and sophistication, the evening revisits classics such as Close to You, We’ve Only Just Begun, and Rainy Days and Mondays, along with deeper cuts that showcase the emotional depth and artistry of the Carpenter catalogue.
Warm, elegant, and deeply musical, this concert honours the richness of the original recordings while offering fresh interpretations shaped for the live stage. Shelly Fullerton’s performance captures both the vulnerability and clarity that made Karen Carpenter’s voice unforgettable.
A beautifully curated evening of songcraft, nostalgia, and quiet power — reimagined through the Blue Room lens.

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Cayla Brooke: Iconic Women of Song
Presented by the Polaris TheatreA Seabrooke Entertainment Production
March 6, 2027
Iconic Women of Song is a new solo show from acclaimed vocalist Cayla Brooke.
From Garland to Gaga, this elegant and powerful show celebrates the singers who changed the sound of popular music, and the songs that still stop us in our tracks.
With a setlist spanning theatre, jazz, soul, pop, and modern classics, Cayla honours the voices and stories of artists such as Judy Garland, Ella Fitzgerald, Barbra Streisand,  Aretha Franklin, Adele, Lady Gaga, and more.
Known for her distinctive voice, emotional depth, and natural connection with an audience, Cayla brings these songs to life with powerhouse vocals, humour, heart, and the kind of storytelling that makes familiar music feel personal again.
Iconic Women of Song is a celebration of unforgettable voices, timeless songs, and the women who helped shape the soundtrack of our lives.

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Blue Room Collective — Winter Blues
Saturday, January 23
The coldest part of the season heats up with Winter Blues — an evening of powerhouse blues, soulful grooves, and electrifying live performance featuring some of Calgary’s finest musicians.
Headlined by The Debra Power Band featuring Raymond Lemelin, Kelly Kruse, and Chris Brzezicki, with special guests Cedric Blary and Greg Jr. Demchuk, this concert brings together a lineup of acclaimed performers for a night steeped in deep blues traditions and modern energy alike.
From smoky slow burns to driving blues-rock anthems, Winter Blues delivers passionate vocals, masterful guitar work, and the kind of live musicianship that can only happen when exceptional artists share the stage together.
A perfect midwinter escape — warm lights, great music, and the blues at full volume.
DEBRA POWER BIO
Pianist, singer and songwriter Debra Power is known for her powerhouse vocals and boogie woogie keyboard skills, having built a long list of performance/recording credits across Canada and in the U.S.Debra was weaned on Big Band music growing up, her father a bandleader during the dance era. Encouraged by her parents, Debra studied piano in her youth. In high school she formed her first band, an all-girls group that played local concerts and venues. She then headed off to study music at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where she majored in voice. This period also saw her launch her professional career, where she began carving her broad skill set and gaining experience in R&B and Rock & Roll bands, touring Eastern Canada.Moving to Alberta in the late 80's, Debra further expanded her repertoire playing in country bands and performing at feature venues such as the Calgary Stampede. She briefly returned to the Windsor/Detroit area, performing piano bars and festivals before returning to Calgary to settle down, marry and raise her daughter.Debra's studio work has included a solo work of original songs, gaining radio airplay on Holger Peterson's 'Natural Blues' program, and on numerous radio stations in Detroit. Her playing can also be heard on several commercial advertisements.The Calgary blues scene embraced Debra's great talent as a solo performer and in ensembles, recording/performing in a variety of settings with Canadian greats including Tim Williams, Bill Johnson, Back Alley John and Johnny V, to name a few. She's become a fixture on the Calgary club scene, and has been a featured performer at the Calgary International Blues Festival as well as Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest, where among her many performances, she backed the great Eddie Shaw.Debra has been a featured performer at the Calgary and Edmonton International Blues Festivals. Representing Southern Alberta in the Solo/Duo Category of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee, Debra reached the semi-finals in the years 2016 and 2018. She captured the CBMA Award for Keyboard Player of the Year (2014) and the award for Blues Album of the Year at the inaugural YYC Music Awards (2016). She received nominations for Blues Artist of the Year at the WCMA's (2016) and for Best New Artist at the Maple Blues Awards (2017). Debra was asked to showcase at the Toronto Blues Summit 2017, and that year also saw her open for Elvin Bishop and Charlie Musslewhite at Calgary's prestigious Jack Singer Concert Hall. In 2020, Debra was awarded the YYCMA Blues Recording of the Year for her " That's How I Roll" release.
In 2017, Debra's original song, Streets of Heaven was a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition blues category, and in 2018 she was a finalist with her original song Temptation. In 2020, Debra's song If We Haven't Got Love was a semi-finalist iin the the global competition.Debra's debut release, Even Redheads Get The Blues (2016), has garnered rave reviews and wide airplay across North America and in Europe. May, 2019, saw the release of Debra's latest CD, That's How I Roll, another great album of originals featuring some of the nation's finest musicians. That's How I Roll continues to receive extensive airplay and brilliant reviews, coming in at 120 out of 200 on the 2020 Roots Music Report's Contemporary Blues charts.February 2022 saw the release of Debra's I'm Not From Chicago, and has gained worldwide airplay almost overnight! The all original album features some of her strongest writing to date, including the hit single, What Colour Is Love, her song becoming a theme during Black History Month for its powerful message, delivered by two of the finest voices in blues today, Debra Power and Keeshea Pratt.​
In January 2023, during the week of the International Blues Challenge, Debra performed a showcase for the Galaxie Agency at BB Kings on Beale St in Memphis,
That week also saw her album I'm not From Chicago place in the final top 5 for Best Self Produced CD. ​
Debra was nominated twice for Maple Blues Award. Keyboard Player of the Year, in 2023 and in 2024.
In 2025, she began work on her 4th album called Unapologetically Me, which was released in January 2026.

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Polaris Presents:
Little Brown Jug Brass Band
March 19, 2027
Big Brass energy, crowd favourite tunes, playful interactions, and live music that turns every event into a celebration!
At the heart of Little Brown Jug Brass is a belief that live music should bring people together through joy, connection, laughter, and community.
LBJB's genre-fluid repertoire spans pop, jazz, rock, country, and New Orleans-inspired brass band favourites. They combine the power of a brass band with the spirit of a great party creating performances that are fun, engaging, interactive, and full of personality.
Join LBJB as they Bring the Party!
 

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