To listen to April Verch and Cody Walters is to be immersed in tradition. To watch them perform is to be transported. Be it regional Canadian roots, American old-time, 50’s Country, Scandinavian folk music or something original that sounds as though it’s been around for a century – the one common thread is their love and reverence for the music and traditions that have been passed down to them.

Combining their unique backgrounds from Verch’s native Ottawa Valley and Walter’s heartland roots in Kansas, their music showcases endless creativity and versatility – transitioning effortlessly from traditional Ottawa Valley step dancing and fiddle tunes, to old-time fiddle-banjo duets with tight-knit vocal harmonies. These two will help audiences spring into the summer season at the Opera House.

Advance discount tickets $25, available only from the box office at 207-633-5159 (open Wed – Fri from 10-2). Regular tickets $30 on the day of show and online at boothbayoperahouse.com. The Opera House currently requires all audience members to show proof of full vaccination plus booster at the door.

Carsie Blanton writes anthems for a world worth saving. Inspired by artists including Nina Simone and Randy Newman, her songs encompass a wide range of genres, from sultry pop to punk-tinged Americana.
Whether alone with her electric guitar or fronting her four-piece “handsome band,” Carsie delivers every song with an equal dose of moxie and mischief, bringing her audience together in joyful celebration of everything worth fighting for. Over the past dozen years, Blanton has been making music that personifies play. Her work has been called “impeccably catchy” by critic Robert Christgau, with musician John Oates admiring her songs’ “sly wit and urbane imagery” that remind him of Cole Porter. She’s toured across
America and Europe sharing stages with Madeleine Peyroux, The Weepies and others. Help us welcome Carsie in her first Opera House appearance.

Advance discount tickets $20, available only from the box office at 207-633-5159 (open Wed – Fri from 10-2). Regular tickets $25 on the day of show and online at boothbayoperahouse.com. The Opera House currently requires all audience members to show proof of full vaccination plus booster at the door.

A career spanning 25 years has brought this Canadian guitarist multiple accolades including a coveted Acoustic Guitar Magazine ‘Player’s Choice Silver Award’, 11 Juno Award nominations (he won for 2001’s ‘Free Fall’), a Gemini Award and, most impressively, 10 platinum and gold studio albums. Moreover, he has
sold out concert halls the world over, produced five PBS television specials and five live CDs. An accomplished guitarist, producer and equally prolific film maker, Jesse Cook has evolved his talents to
create experiences that delight audiences both in concert, and online.

He composed his first album, Tempest, over 25 years ago. Jesse could not imagine that such a humble recording, in which he played all the instruments, would spark into a music legacy with thousands of
concerts performed around the world and over 2 million albums sold.

Jesse and his extraordinary band are looking forward to returning to the road, bringing the Tempest II Tour and their unique brand of rhythm and rumba to audiences across North America in 2022.

Advance discount tickets $30, available only from the box office at 207-633-5159 (open Wed – Fri from 10-2). Regular tickets $35 on the day of show and online at boothbayoperahouse.com. The Opera House currently requires all audience members to show proof of full vaccination plus booster at the door.

Opera House friend and troubadour Ellis Paul comes to the stage tonight alongside Vance Gilbert and Molly Venter (of Red Molly).

It’s hard to know what to expect tonight, other than a memorable night of stories and music from these three veteran folkies. While they will all share the stage, each will perform solo as they rotate the microphone throughout the evening. Each June Ellis Paul arrives here with a few of his favorite musician friends – this year it’s Vance and Molly. If you are a fan of any of the 3, you will enjoy them all!

Advance discount tickets $25, available only from the box office at 207-633-5159 (open Wed – Fri from 10-2). Regular tickets $30 on the day of show and online at boothbayoperahouse.com. The Opera House currently requires all audience members to show proof of full vaccination plus booster at the door.