Join us on Saturday, May 30th for our annual Bancroft Village Playhouse Gala...with a fresh new 2026 rebrand...our GREAT BIG FUNDRAISING PARTY! This is our largest annual fundraiser, and the goal this year is to raise $20,000 to go towards our upcoming lift addition! The lift addition will make every level of our building more accessible than ever before, and open our doors to a whole host of new patrons, performers, and partners. With a significant initial contribution from the enabling accessibility fund, we have until September 1st to raise an additional $100,000.00 to make this project a reality! Help us get there by buying your ticket for this event today!
No black tie this year...grab your best plaid or your Canadian tuxedo, throw on your sou'wester, and get yer ass down to the Playhouse for an unforgettable night of food, music, and camaraderie, all in support of a great cause. Rub shoulders with some of your favourite Tweed & Company performers, enjoy special performances from musical guests, get screeched in (Bancroft style) and then buckle up and sing loud with Canada's tribute to Great Big Sea...OFF THE ROCK! Your ticket price includes a passed cocktail dinner from the Granite restaurant and Bancroft Brew Pub, concert ticket (assigned seating), and one FREE drink of your choice on entry. We recommend the Screech cocktail!
There's also going to be an incredibly exciting AUCTION. These will be BIG TICKET PRIZES - keep an eye out for the prize announcements coming soon! Once again this year, the auction will be posted ONLINE prior to the event, so everyone can get in on the fun.
As a registered Charity that consistently maintains one of the most affordable ticket prices in the country, the Village Playhouse and Tweed & Company Theatre rely on private donations, sponsorship, and events such as this to fund costs outside of productions and operations. Past Gala funds have made projects such as our new dressing rooms and washrooms, new theatre curtains, LED lighting fixtures, and more, a reality!
Join us for an incredible evening of revelry and excitement as we celebrate the Village Playhouse, arts and culture in our community, and YOU! Let's get this building accessible, am I right by's? We'll see you there!
About the Headliners: OFF THE ROCK
Off The Rock is thrilled to bring their high-energy, East Coast–inspired show to The Village Playhouse for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable singalongs. Known for their foot-stomping rhythms, rich harmonies, and crowd-pleasing spirit, Off The Rock celebrates the music and magic of Great Big Sea while creating a warm, welcoming “kitchen party” atmosphere that draws audiences in from the very first note. This is live music that feels joyful, inclusive, and full of heart. Whether you’re a longtime fan of East Coast folk music or simply looking for a fun and memorable night out, this show promises great tunes, great company, and plenty of reasons to sing along.
