Marigold Cultural Centre

06/05/2026

📣 IMPROV CLASS FOR ADULTS WITH ANDREW MORRISEY 📣

August 10-13 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | $150 + HST

Call our Box Office at (902) 897-4004 to register!

Two summers ago - after several parents of theatre camp students asked enthusiastically “What about improv classes for adults?!”, Andrew Morrisey decided to construct and host one of his own. The class quickly filled up! Attendees had a blast playing games, trying new things and laughing non-stop through each session. Now, the class is coming to the Marigold by popular demand!

The first three classes will focus on learning Improv 101, working with one another, creating fun scenes and exciting characters. The fourth class will culminate with a showcase for invited friends and family.

This is great for fans of “Whose Line is It Anyway?”, and for folks who are looking to try something new, step out of their comfort zone and discover more creativity within themselves. Register soon because space is limited!

Andrew Morrisey is an actor and teacher based in New York City. He has performed Off-Broadway and was recently nominated for a META for Outstanding Lead Performance in the new musical, Resurrection at the Centaur Theatre in Montreal. He operates a busy voice studio with students of all ages that range from industry professionals to karaoke enthusiasts. This summer, he will lead seven weeks of theatre camps for young actors across Nova Scotia. Andrew will conclude the summer with his 19th summer back at the Marigold.

06/03/2026

🎬 FILMS AT THE MARIGOLD CULTURAL CENTRE 🎬

Film: Paris is Burning
Date: Friday, June 12 @ 7 PM
Tickets: https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1693373261?aff=mcc
Presented by The Colchester Film Society and Truro Pride Society

Film: The Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcast (19+)
Date: Thursday, June 25 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets: https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1690862252?aff=mcc
Presented by Truro Pride Society as part of Truro Pride Week 2026

Film: EPiC - Elvis Presley in Concert
Date: Thursday, July 16 @ 7 PM
Tickets: https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1692582209?aff=mcc
Presented by The Colchester Film Society and TIFF Film Circuit

06/03/2026

Yesterday our Executive Director André Myette had the honour of being invited to the House of Commons in Ottawa to testify before committee on the state of creative and performance spaces in Canada.

As a representative of The Marigold Cultural Centre he reported it was a true privilege to speak for our theatre but also all artists and presenters in our beautiful province of Nova Scotia. The other witnesses were phenomenal and gave amazing insight into some truly creative ideas coming from our sector. If you happened to be watching CPAC you may have noticed a familiar face!

06/02/2026

Next week, Blackwood Trio will be gracing the Marigold stage for a show that will be like no other. As a trio, they explore contemporary jazz and classical music with European influences. Get your tickets now!

Event: Blackwood Trio
Date: Thursday, June 11 @ 7:30 PM
Genre: Jazz
Tickets: $30, available online, at the Marigold Box Office (902) 897-4004, or at MacQuarries Pharmasave on the Esplanade

https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1688813059?aff=mcc

Blackwood’s unique, dark and lyrical sound has the precision and clarity found in any classical ensemble, but also taps into the expressive freedom found in the improvisational gestures of contemporary jazz. Juno nominees Jeff Reilly, Peter-Anthony Togni and cellist India Gailey explore plainchant, European jazz and contemporary classical techniques, creating a sound that critics call “sonically haunting”.

Blackwood’s third album “The Thin Veil” will be released in the fall of 2026.

06/01/2026

This week, we are thrilled to welcome Prince Edward Island's own Shane Pendergast to the Marigold theatre for a night of music with one of Canada's finest troubadours. Tickets are still available. We would love to see you there!

Event: Shane Pendergast
Date: Thursday, June 4 @ 7:30 PM
Genre: Folk
Tickets: $35, available online, Marigold Box Office (902) 897-4004, or MacQuarries Pharmasave on the Esplanade

https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1688813058?aff=mcc

Shane Pendergast is a folksinger from Tracadie Cross, Prince Edward Island. Hailing from a long lineage of storytellers and musicians in Prince Edward Island, he is keeping the Maritime folk tradition alive with his honest and insightful compositions. From acclaimed folk festivals across the world to the small halls of PEI, Shane has cemented himself as one of Atlantic Canada’s finest folk troubadours. His 2021 album ‘Second Wind” won Contemporary Roots Album of the Year at the Music PEI Awards. Shane released his fourth album "Winter Grace" in January of 2025.

06/01/2026

Tonight is the night, Truro! A solo show from Nova Scotia's very own Ben Caplan. Tickets will be available at the door, we hope to see you!

We are now ONE WEEK AWAY from Ben Caplan's performance at the Marigold! Ben's live shows are not something to be missed. Get your tickets while you still can!

Event: Ben Caplan
Date: Monday, June 1 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets: $42 https://tproatlantic.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1682386733?aff=mcc or (902) 897-4004

Ben Caplan is a singer, songwriter, and live performer known for his unmistakable baritone voice and emotionally immersive concerts. Blending folk, blues, gospel, and Eastern European influences, his music often feels less like a performance and more like a shared ritual—songs shaped by breath, silence, poetry, and raw emotion.

Since releasing his latest album, The Flood, Caplan has been busy touring internationally with his band. Between those larger production shows, Caplan is making time for more intimate solo performances. Sharing brand new songs and old favourites, this will be a night to remember. Don't miss this rare chance to see Ben Caplan stripped back and up close here in Truro!

06/01/2026

Join and the Marigold Cultural Centre on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM for a special screening of the legendary, award-winning documentary Paris is Burning!

Released in 1991 and directed by Jennie Livingston, this landmark film offers a vibrant, intimate, and deeply moving chronicle of New York City’s underground drag ball culture in the late 1980s. It provides an unforgettable look at the Black, Latino, and q***r communities who carved out a vital safe haven of self-expression, fierce runway competition, and chosen family. From the origins of "voguing" and "throwing shade" to powerful, candid conversations about survival, identity, and ambition, Paris is Burning remains a monumental piece of LGBTQ+ history and a breathtaking celebration of resilience. Come together with our community to honor the icons who paved the way!

Tickets are $12 available at the Marigold Centre Box Office, At MacQuarries Pharmasdave or online : https://shorturl.at/RwtTD

05/29/2026

🌻 Shows in June 🌻

From classic returning favourites like Ben Caplan and Dragstravaganza to new faces like Shane Pendergast and Blackwood Trio, there is something for everyone this month at the Marigold!

🌻 June 1 | Ben Caplan | Roots | $42
🌻 June 4 | Shane Pendergast | Folk | $35
🌻 June 10 | Neon Dreams Acoustic Live | Pop | $30
🌻 June 11 | Blackwood Trio | Jazz | $30
🌻 June 12 | "Paris is Burning" Screening | Film | $12
🌻 June 19 | Dragstravaganza presents "Hot Mess to Hot Pride" | Drag | $38
🌻 June 21 | A Tribute to Johnny Cash: Live at Folsom Prison | Tribute | SOLD OUT
🌻 June 25 | Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcast 19+ | Film | $12
🌻 June 29 | SUBVert: Jake Ballard & Shadowfolk | Rock | $10

Learn more about each show on our website or the link in our bio: https://www.marigoldcentre.ca/calendar?view=calendar&month=06-2026

05/28/2026

Join and the Marigold Cultural Centre on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM for a special screening of the legendary, award-winning documentary Paris is Burning! Released in 1991 and directed by Jennie Livingston, this landmark film offers a vibrant, intimate, and deeply moving chronicle of New York City’s underground drag ball culture in the late 1980s. It provides an unforgettable look at the Black, Latino, and q***r communities who carved out a vital safe haven of self-expression, fierce runway competition, and chosen family. From the origins of "voguing" and "throwing shade" to powerful, candid conversations about survival, identity, and ambition, Paris is Burning remains a monumental piece of LGBTQ+ history and a breathtaking celebration of resilience. Come together with our community to honor the icons who paved the way

Tickets available at the Marigold Centre Box Office, At MacQuarries Pharmasdave or online : https://shorturl.at/RwtTD

05/28/2026

🎤 FIRST ROUND OF ARTISTS! 🎤

We're thrilled to share the first round of showcasing acts that will be performing at Nova Scotia Music Week 2026 in Truro/We’kwampekitk from November 12-15!

ANGEL GIRL / Bethany Reid / Bill Ricky / Blue Lobelia / Burry / Elyse Aeryn / Fiona Clancey / Gearl / Good Dear Good / Hegatsbe / His His / idialedyournumber / Jody Upshaw / Julia Cunningham / Mat Elliott / Mat Hughes / Moonii / Mueres en el Mar / Quoia States / Serena Wu / The Boojums / The Orchids / Yung St4k

Learn more about the first round of showcasing artists at nsmw.ca/artists!

Early Bird Delegate Passes and Festival Wristbands are on sale now - grab yours: https://tixr.com/groups/musicns/nsmw2026

Festival wristbands allow access to all showcasing events at NSMW 2026 (subject to capacity). Festival wristbands do not include access to the awards show, NSMW conference, or other premium access events. Festival wristbands are available for sale for $55 + taxes and fees until they are sold out.

Delegate passes gain access to all NSMW 2026 showcases (subject to capacity), conference sessions, mixers, and special events hosted by NSMW. Delegate passes are for sale for $100 + taxes and fees until they are sold out.

Thank you to NSMW’s Premier and Presenting Partners for helping make this year’s event possible: FACTOR, the Government of Canada, and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters, the Province of Nova Scotia, Support4Culture, the Central Nova Scotia Tourism Development Society, Garrison Brewing Co., and Nova Scotia Spirit Co.