Great Big Sea

Date: Nov 22nd, 2009 7:30 PM
Venue: Main Stage
Price: Tickets $35.00/$28.00 plus applicable fees. Group discounts available - call (360) 734-6080

Overview

A high-powered rock 'n roll fusion of soulful ballads and devilish sea shanties. LISTEN

Part of the 2009-2010 MBT Season

Best known for energetic rock interpretations of traditional folk songs, which carry the Celtic, English, and French-inspired themes of Newfoundland ancestry, Great Big Sea’s repertoire includes soulful ballads, devilish sea shanties, and their own high-energy rock songs. The band is dedicated to sharing the music of their homeland with the world while experimenting with original music along the way. The music of Great Big Sea is the music of Newfoundland — their songs have been crafted by generations of sailors and river drivers who worked the rocky coasts and made music part of their heritage. “We are showmen and we live and die by our trade,” says lead singer Alan Doyle.

Hit singles like “Walk on the Moon,” “When I’m Up,” “Ordinary Day,” and “Captain Kidd” have helped the band develop a solid, loyal fan base. Several albums have been certified platinum or multi-platinum, and their highly-anticipated ninth album, Fortune’s Favour, was released to rave reviews in 2008. Since forming in 1993 the band has been nominated for 9 Juno Awards (the Canadian equivalent of the Grammys) and has enjoyed several successful international tours to the U.S. and Europe. Mount Baker Theatre is privileged and thrilled to be able to offer these artists in what is, for them, an unusually intimate venue. This will be a rare treat for Bellingham.

Details

Season/Series:

Mount Baker Theatre 09-10 Season

Presented by:

Mount Baker Theatre

Venue:

Main Stage

Ticket Prices:

$35.00/$28.00 plus applicable fees

Additional Fees:

A $1-$2 per ticket handling fee for phone, in-person, fax or mail purchases is waived for MBT members. Tickets can be left at will call at no extra charge or mailed for an additional dollar ($1). All online purchases are subject to Tickets.com fees, which vary according to ticket price.

Box Office Hours:

Monday through Friday, 10 am to 5:30 pm Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm One hour prior to event for in-person transactions only.

Genre:

MBT Promoted Events, MBT Season, Music

Special Services:

Wheelchair accessible seats are available through the Ticket Office. The Theatre is not equipped with elevators or escalators. Assisted listening devices or earplugs can be picked up at the complimentary coat check located inside the main doors. Ask an usher to obtain a booster cushion for small children. All services are subject to availability.

Refunds/Exchanges:

All sales are final. Please check your order thoroughly before making your purchase. MBT Members can exchange the value of their tickets for another MBT-presented show of equal value. Tickets must be returned to the Ticket Office before the show for an exchange.

Tickets can be donated back to the Theatre at least 24 hours before the show as a tax deductable contribution.

Offers

Group Discount

Groups of 12 or more save up to 20% on tickets. Click here for more info.

Student Rush

Students can purchase half-price tickets at the Ticket Office starting one hour prior to the performance. Limit of one ticket per valid college student i.d. Subject to availability.