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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: Grades K‑12 (All Ages)
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
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FOR SCHOOLS:
- $13+GST/ticket for one show
- $12+GST/ticket for two shows
- Tickets go on sale Thursday, Nov. 13th at 8am
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
- Tickets go on sale Thursday, March 5th at 9am (Feb. 26th for Newsletter subscribers)
Accessibility Information
Accessibility:
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Wheel Chair Accessible
We are assessing this show to see if it is low vision friendly, please check back here in February to find out more.
This show is always a Relaxed Performance
The visual story will be available here in February
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 |
In person |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 – 1:15 PM en Français | Q&A | Get tickets |
| Thursday, May 28 | Additional show info |
In person |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
In person |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 – 11:15 AM en Français | Q&A | Get tickets |
Show highlights
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.