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REIGN: The Queens of Blues, Soul & Rock ’n Roll

Name: REIGN: The Queens of Blues, Soul & Rock ’n Roll
Start: 2026-10-08
End: 2026-10-08
Location: Orillia

REIGN: The Queens of Blues, Soul & Rock ’n Roll is a theatrical concert tribute held at the Orillia Opera House in Orillia, Canada. On October 8, 2026, this dynamic celebration honors legendary Black female vocalists who transformed modern music, featuring stories and songs from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Etta James, and Whitney Houston.

Date: Oct 8, 2026
Location: Orillia
Status: Upcoming

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REIGN: The Queens of Blues, Soul & Rock ’n Roll

Event summary

Highlights

Concert tribute to legendary Black female vocalists
Features songs and stories of Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, and more
Includes live band, storytelling vignettes, and multimedia visuals
Celebrates Black excellence, resilience, and artistry across multiple music genres

This new stage production, by A Royal Tribute Productions, serves as both a concert and a historical journey. It pays homage to iconic voices of the 20th century, including Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, and Tina Turner, alongside other unsung matriarchs of music.

The performance blends powerhouse vocals, storytelling vignettes, multimedia visuals, and a live band to create an electrifying theatrical experience. It explores a wide range of genres, from blues and gospel to soul, jazz, disco, pop, rhythm & blues, and rock 'n' roll. The event celebrates the enduring influence, excellence, resilience, and artistry of Black women in music, aiming to bring their stories and songs to center stage for Orillia audiences.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Orillia Opera House; www.orilliamatters.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Orillia

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