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A Musical Joyride
A zany brass band is ready to whisk you away on a hilarious musical adventure—with a honk, and a toot, and a rat-a-tat-tat! Under the guidance of a bossy yet bird-brained bandleader, this merry crew sets off to explore the world (and beyond!)—from Canada to Brazil to Ukraine and back, with a detour to Planet Mars! Blending world music, clowning, and playful choreography, this high-energy show bursts with humour, rhythm, and cultural discovery. A joyful adventure where every chair might just turn into a drum! Watch the video below.
Winner of the Opus Award for Best Musical Production for Young Audiences.
Lauréat – Prix Opus de la meilleure production musicale jeune public
Tout droit sortie de Toutencalçon, cette fanfare déjantée — menée par un chef aussi pompeux que farfelu — entraîne les enfants dans un voyage musical du Québec au Brésil, en passant par l’Ukraine… et même Mars ! Alliant musique du monde, art clownesque et chorégraphies ludiques, ce spectacle haut en couleur regorge d’humour, de rythmes et de découvertes culturelles.
Producing Company: Productions Strada
Country: Québec, Canada
Genre: Music / Clowning
Show length: 45 minutes
Resource: Study Guide, Cahier pédagogique
Ages: All Ages (Grades K‑12)
Connexions de Curriculum:
Maternelle | 1er année | 2e année | 3e année | 4e année | 5e année | 6e année | 7e année | 8e année | 9e année | 10e année | 11e année | 12e année
Venue: Performance Works
1218 Cartwright St
Vancouver, BC
** Please note, this is a wordless show with a Q&A in French where indicated. **
Ticket Information
FOR SCHOOLS:
- $13+GST /ticket for one show
- $12+GST/ticket for two shows
FOR THE PUBLIC:
- Tickets: $15.00 per child/senior; $26.00 per adult +S/C and GST
- Festival 4‑Pack: (4 tickets to 1 show) $66.00 +S/C and GST
Accessibility Information
Accessibility:
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DHH
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Live Description
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Relaxed Performance — Always Relaxed
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Wheel Chair Accessible
This show will be audio described on Sunday, May 31 with a pre-show touch tour at 2pm, to book a spot email access@childrensfestival.ca
The visual story with pictures and detailed information will be available here by March
Because there is no spoken language used, it is hard of hearing friendly
Lights
The lights are not intense
They change slowly
It will never be dark
There will always be light in the audience
Sound
The overall sound is loud
The performers play instruments and there is a little bit of background sounds
There are no sudden changes or surprises
Audience interaction
The performers will go into the audience
The audience will copy the performers and make sounds
Language
There is almost no talking, less than 10 words
More detailed information including everything that happens will be available in the visual story, which will be right here in February
A visual story helps you decide if this show is right for you / your child(ren) or lets you prepare for the experience.
Show times & Tickets
In person
| Wednesday, May 27 | Additional show info |
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| 12:30 – 1:15 PM en Français | Q&A | Get Tickets |
| Thursday, May 28 | Additional show info |
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| 10:30 – 11:45 AM en Français | Q&A | Get Tickets |
| 12:30 – 1:15 PM en Français | Q&A | Get Tickets |
| Friday, May 29 | Additional show info |
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| 10:30 – 11:15 AM en Français | Q&A | Get Tickets |
| Saturday, May 30 | Additional show info |
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| 11:00 – 11:45 AM | Get Tickets |
| Sunday, May 31 | Additional show info |
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| 3:00 – 3:45 PM | Live Description & Touch Tour | Get Tickets |
Show highlights
Show Acknowledgements
Rave Reviews
The children were overjoyed. A huge thank you to the whole team behind The Merry Marching Marching Band. It was such fun.
I’ve nothing but good things to say about The Merry Marching Band and the tour team. In 40 years of presenting shows for schools, the show is in our top 3 for best reception.
I loved it. The children were swept off their feet.