Blackrose Entertainment presents:
IN SPITE OF OURSELVES AN EVENING OF JOHN PRINE
John Prine is widely cited as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation. Essentially creating the “Americana” & “Roots” genres of music with his mixture of Country, contemporary & Folk music.
The 4 time Grammy Award winner & Lifetime achievement recipient was known for humorous lyrics about love, life, and current events, as well as his serious songs with social commentary and songs that recollect sometimes melancholy tales from his life.
According to songwriter Bob Dylan, ”Prine’s stuff is pure Prussian existentialism, midwestern mindtrips to the nth degree… And he writes beautiful songs. . . . “ Join us as we celebrate & elaborate on the beautiful songs of one of the finest songwriters of our generation.
‘In Spite of Ourselves” brings together some fine Canadian songwriters & friends of various genres, to enjoy stories and songs about the fabulous John Prine.Bringing along the audiences and having them join in the fun with stories and song.
Join Blair Packham( The Jitters), Bill Craig ( The Irish Rovers) Kirsten Jones & 2 X JUNO nominee Johnny Max, as they perform and present their favourite and quirky John Prine Songs.
TICKET PRICING:
All Ages: $54.00 + HST
SHOWTIME:
Friday, September 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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- There is a No Babes In Arms policy for this performance.
- We ask for your voluntary cooperation in keeping our theatre a scent-reduced environment.
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- The events held at the Brockville Arts Centre are subject to all provincial and public health guidelines in place at the time of the scheduled performance.