Music ‘N’ Mavens
Returns to the Rady.
Get ready for music. Ideas. Moments you’ll never forget.
Music ’N’ Mavens brings you concerts that move you and speakers who challenge the way you see the world.
From singers and musicians to writers, archaeologists, and more, every week is a new adventure.
Beginning January 6, all programs take place Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., at the Rady JCC, 123 Doncaster Street. After Dark concerts and the special show at Gwen Secter are exceptions.
Details on this year’s program are below. You can also download the program brochure here.
Royce Koop
SPEAKER TOPIC: Will Tariff Issues Cause Canada to Pivot Towards Europe?
Tuesday March 17 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Donations at the door | Pre-registration required
Royce Koop is a Professor of Political Science, and Coordinator of the Canadian Studies Program at the University of Manitoba. He writes and teaches about Canadian politics. His research is related to representation and political parties, in both Canadian and comparative contexts. Dr. Koop is a regular media commentator on Canadian and Manitoba politics and writes a weekly analysis column for the Winnipeg Sun.
Zachary Rushing
A Celebration of Mel Tormé
CONCERT | Thursday, March 19, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
$12 in advance | $13 at the door | Rady Members get 25% off
Join jazz vocalist Zachary Rushing for an afternoon of music celebrating the incomparable Mel Tormé. With smooth vocals, and engaging storytelling, Rushing salutes the great “Velvet Fog”, performing beloved standards like Pick Yourself Up, and A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square. Accompanied by a first-rate jazz ensemble, this concert embodies the wit, charm, and vocal virtuosity that secured Tormé an enduring spot in our hearts.
The Very Groovy Things
CONCERT | Tuesday, March 24 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
$13 in advance | $12 at the door | Rady Members get 25% off
Brought back by popular demand, this group started out doing exclusively the music of The Mamas and The Papas. They have expanded their repertoire to include folk rock from Southern California of the mid 60s to early 70s, plus some Merseybeat and British Invasion songs by the Ventures, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Booker T and the MGs, as well as hits by John Phillips from The Mamas and The Papas.
Rosemarie Todaschuk & Friends
Timeless Tunes and Duets from The Great American Songbook
CONCERT | Thursday, March 26 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
$13 in advance | $12 at the door | Rady Members get 25% off
Rosemarie Todaschuk & Friends bring a repertoire that weaves together jazz standards, Latin rhythms, funk, blues, and popular favourites. Rosemarie’s velvety voice and captivating presence infuse the room with energy and soul as she collaborates with a stellar cast of musicians: Richard Boughton on piano, Nenad Zdjelar on upright bass, Owen Clark on percussion, Janice Finlay on saxophones, and gifted crooner George Druxman.
You asked, we delivered.
Introducing Music ‘N’ Mavens After Dark
We’ve heard your feedback that many of you would like to attend Music ‘N’ Mavens, but can’t do so during the daytime, so we’re launching four After Dark events this year. These concerts will be longer than the daytime concerts as befitting an evening out on the town!
All Music ‘N’ Mavens After Dark events will take place on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20 +GST (25% off for Rady JCC Members)
Lights-Out Discount: Buy All 4 Concerts, Get 25% Off!
Take a look below at the four exciting concerts we have to offer this year.
Those Guys
Wednesday, March 18, 7:30 p.m.
$20 | Rady Members get 25% off
Those Guys are an a cappella group, bringing together diverse talents from Winnipeg’s vibrant music and theatre scene. Their repertoire is as eclectic as it is impressive, spanning genres from classic rock to pop, R&B to Broadway, and everything in between. They have a knack for taking beloved songs and putting their unique spin on them. By creating fresh and exciting arrangements, they surprise and delight even the most familiar listeners. Whether you’re a fan of Billy Joel or Bruno Mars, the Beatles or the Backstreet Boys, Those Guys have something for everyone.
