For half a century, they’ve been entertaining audiences around the Lower Mainland with their high-energy performances.
Now the Maple Leaf Singers are coming to the Massey Theatre stage May 26 and 27 with Solid Gold, their 50th anniversary extravaganza.
Since its beginnings, the group has been closely tied to New West. In fact, a press release notes that the singers started up in 1968 with 24 members under the leadership of George and Marie Gillis of New Westminster. After 33 years, the two retired in 2001 and passed the baton to Wilson Fowlie, who has been the group leader ever since.
Coming this September, Rob Gillis – son of George and Marie, and current assistant music director – will assume leadership.
“The Maple Leaf Singers are an important part of the arts community,” Rob said in the release. “We love to sing and have brought the joy of music to tens of thousands over the last 50 years. I’m honoured to help perpetuate this beautiful legacy.”
Catch the singers on Saturday, May 26 at 7:30 p.m., or Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 general admission, or $15 for youth and students. Call 778-245-4445, see www.mapleleafsingers.com or buy through www.ticketsnw.ca.
