In 2013 the Opry expanded beyond the long-running Vancouver and Victoria/Saanichton shows to include appearances in Sooke, Winnipeg, Bragg Creek and Edmonton. This year, the Opry will grow a bit more with a show in Campbell River, BC in addition to returning to all the cities from last year's tour. Each Opry show benefits a different local charitable organization, and over the past 9 years the multi-artist event has raised over $250,000 towards several worthy causes.
The Grand Cariboo Opry is a highly entertaining show, hosted by Canadian music icon Barney Bentall, with an exceptional roster of friends and guests including Ridley Bent, Dustin Bentall, Wendy Bird, Kendel Carson, Matt Masters, and the occasional special guest. Between songs, Barney and cast blend humourous and sentimental monologues to showcase sponsors amid a heartfelt set of roots, folk and rock favourites. It's a highly engaging show that celebrates community through music, laughter, and a real hootenany of a party.
The community of Sooke including Mel Dobres (Coordinator), Steve Anderson (Sooke Harbour Players), and many more are proud to invite one and all to a night of great entertainment with the opportunity to give back to the community.
http://www.facebook.com/SookeHarbourPlayers
http://www.barneybentall.com/
Tickets are available in person at Shoppers Drug Mart, Edward Milne Community School and The Stick Coffee Shop in Sooke and online at:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/barney-bentall-and-the-grand-cariboo-opry-tickets-13062102099