Legends III

This year, pulled from retirement, Matt Martin will perform classic tunes by Legend, Elvis Presley one final time! He'll be joined by Forest City London Music Award (FCLMA) recipients, The Crooners: Rick Kish & Connor Boa. They welcome a very Special Guest, Caitlin McKeon to perform the hits of Legend, Patsy Cline. All this in support of Camp Wendake, a place set apart...  There'll be lot's of items available on which to bid and some items will be auctioned LIVE by your entertaining hosts, Rick Kish & Connor Boa. This is an event Not To Be Missed!!

Matt Martin - Entertainer BIO:
No stranger to the stage, or the pulpit, Rev. Matthew Martin has been an Anglican priest for ten years and has been impersonating Elvis since before he was six. A true performer, Martin was the headliner in the Drayton Entertainment production of Blue Suede Shoes in 2012, and was named the Grand Champion, of the non-professional category in 2010 for his tribute of the King of Rock and Roll in Collingwood, Ontario.

Matt finds his true passion working as the Anglican Priest and Chaplain at Huron University College.  Martin's voice always captivates – whether he is singing a century-old religious hymn, a touching Christmas carol or an upbeat rock song, you can clearly see his soul in every performance.

Matt is also the former spiritual director at Camp Wendake, but remains an avid supporter of the program. He has decided to dedicate his talent in support of Camp Wendake. All proceeds from this evening go to the camp.

The Crooners: Rick Kish & Connor Boa - Hosts & Entertainers BIO

2024 Forest City London Music Award (FCLMA) recipients, Rick and Connor have worked together as a duo since 2013. They've toured the province of Ontario - Huron Country Playhouse, Drayton Festival Theatre, Port Stanley Festival Theatre, Blyth Festival Theatre, to name a few, entertaining audiences with their unique chemistry and great interpretations of so much of the music made famous by Crooners from Sinatra to Bublé. They are thrilled to be hosting this very important event for an incredible organization!

Join them for A Crooner Christmas Special on the Auburn Stage at the Grand Theatre this December 12th - 14th. www.linktheatre.ca/croonerchristmas

Caitlin McKeon - Entertainer BIO:

Caitlin McKeon is a passionate and talented triple threat. Growing up in London Ontario, she was always surrounded by music. With a drummer as a father and two older, musically gifted siblings, she learned to appreciate rhythm, music and harmony at a very young age. Caitlin is forever thankful for her parents who enrolled her in singing and dancing lessons and St. Mary choir school, allowing her to focus her creative energy and learn strength and discipline. She trained at Absolute Dance and O’Neill Academy of Dance for a combined total of 7 years studying jazz, acrobatics, tumbling, contemporary, lyrical, tap, ballet, pointe, musical theatre and hip hop. She was also fortunate to work under professionals such as Susan Ferley, Heather Davies, Kerry Gage, Amy Wright and many more during her 5 years participating in the Grand Theatre’s High School Project program.

Now living in Toronto, Caitlin continues to perform and train locally. Caitlin is a young, hungry artist who is always looking to grow. She approaches every job with professionalism and a positive attitude – always thankful for the opportunity to perform. She is fortunate to be pursuing her dream and is excited to see where her path takes her.

Camp Wendake BIO:

Camp Wendake is a one-week residential camp program for children and adults living with HIV, their families and caregivers. Camp Wendake is an amazing contradiction! People gather because of a common health concern but find freedom from focusing upon the disease for a brief time and find an opportunity to celebrate life in a community where HIV/AIDS in the norm. People may choose to attend camp in order to learn and share more about coping with their overall health and social issues. Or they may come for the rest and refreshment of a caring and understanding community.