2022 Summer Festival

The 2022 festival took place over 10 day in August, and featured live music, visual art exhibitions, workshops, lectures, discussion panels and documentary screenings at Chautauqua’s outdoor theatre in the woods overlooking the shores of Lake Rosseau in the historic village of Windermere.

Festival Welcome and Opening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join us to kick-off our 2022 summer festival, including welcome, introductions and program highlights from our festival programmers.4:00 - Welcome by Glad Bryce, Chair of Muskoka Chautauqua4:05 - Land Acknowledgment4:10 […]

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Gallery Exhibition Opening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Opening reception for this season's exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring new pieces by:Sean William DawsonGayle DempseyRob ElliottAudrey MahGreg HindleSusan HindleChristine HumeMelanie Siegel

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Big Smoke Brass Band Waterfront Concert

Windermere Wharf 2510 Windermere Road, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

A heavy-hitting brass band playing Top 40 hits to the classics. From the streets of Toronto to a waterfront concert at the Windermere Wharf.Born on the streets of Toronto in […]

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Windermere History Walking Tour (Saturday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Free

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Susan Hindle (Saturday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

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‘Whose Property Is It Anyways?’ Lecture with CBC’s Craig Desson

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

‘Whose Property Is It Anyways ?: A Story of Property Ownership and Colonization in Montreal's Mile End’ - with CBC Journalist Craig DessonWith generous support from CBC MontrealWhen Craig Desson […]

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Blues Night with Po Cholly & Friends

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join Po Cholly and Friends in an unforgettable celebration of blues music with a lineup of award-winning musicians and veteran performers.Your performer/host, Charlie has been an itinerant bluesman for 50 […]

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Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Sunday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Sunday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Free

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Susan Hindle (Sunday AM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Free

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Susan Hindle (Sunday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Free

‘Putting Muskoka on the Map’ Lecture with Patrick Boyer

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

'Putting Muskoka on the Map: From Indigenous Wayfinding to Satellite Imaging' from Patrick Boyer's Modern History of MuskokaBetween Samuel Champlain’s first map in 1615 and today’s satellite images of Muskoka […]

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Bet Smith Acoustic Performance

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join alternative roots singer-songwriter Bet Smith for an acoustic performance in our outdoor theatre in the woods overlooking Lake RosseauBet Smith is a Canadian alternative roots singer-songwriter who weaves environmental […]

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‘Scrap’ Documentary Film Screening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

'Scrap' documentary film screening presented in partnership with the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary FestivalThe Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in North America. Again […]

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Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Monday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Susan Hindle (Monday AM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Free

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Susan Hindle (Monday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Free

2022 Muskoka Authors Panel

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join moderator and bibliophile Norah Fountain in conversation with this year’s selection of Muskoka-based authors, each launching new books.Join moderator and bibliophile Norah Fountain in conversation with this year’s panel […]

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Toronto All-Star Big Band

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

One of the most exciting bands around, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.One of the most exciting bands around, […]

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Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Tuesday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Songwriting Workshop with Gary Klayton

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Songwriting Workshop with Gary KlaytonSong writing can be a wonderful and cathartic experience.For many writers just the idea of creating an original song can be intimidating and seem like a […]

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Songwriting Workshop Performances

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Final performances of songwriting workshop participants

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Gary Klayton Acoustical Performance

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Gary Klayton Acoustical PerformanceThis will be a unique concert experience! The songs are about you, me and our lives. With my stories and acoustic guitar, I will take you on […]

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‘Okay! (The ASD Band Film)’ Documentary Film Screening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

'Okay!(The ASD Band Film)' documentary film screening presented in partnership with the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary FestivalThe Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in […]

Free

Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Wednesday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Textile Workshop with Melanie Siegel (Wednesday AM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply […]

Free

Textile Workshop with Melanie Siegel (Wednesday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply […]

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Wednesday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Free

Folk Night with Beverlie Robertson and Friends

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Folk Night with Beverlie Robertson and FriendsAs a member of the trio The Chanteclairs, Beverlie travelled widely and performed at festivals such as the Mariposa Folk Festival, the Fredericton Jazz […]

Free

Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Thursday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob Elliott (Thursday morning)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was […]

Free

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Sharon Wagner-Chazalon (Thursday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. […]

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‘RCAF Women’s Division and Nursing Sisters in World War II’ Lecture

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join author Glad Bryce as she discusses her book 'First In Last Out: The RCAF Women's Division and Nursing Sisters in World War II'Dr. Roberta Bondar writes:“Glad Bryce has written […]

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Jed & The Valentine Acoustic Performance

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Jed & The Valentine Acoustic PerformanceJed and the Valentine is an indie-folk duo, composed of Jonah Morris (vocals, guitar, drums) and Maria Khaner (vocals, guitar), hailing from Edmonton, Alberta. Forming […]

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‘The Talented Mr. Rosenberg’ Documentary Screening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka.The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest […]

Free

Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Friday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Windermere History Walking Tour (Friday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere exactly 100 years ago?Rediscover […]

Free

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob Elliott (Friday morning)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was […]

Free

Theatre Improv Workshop with Robin Clipsham

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Improv Workshop for Adults with Robin ClipshamAges 12 and upWhat exactly is improvisation? (and what it isn’t)Improvisation (improv)training is not just about performing live theatre on the spot.What it is, […]

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Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Sharon Wagner-Chazalon (Friday PM)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. […]

Free

Leah Leslie Acoustic Performance

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Muskoka Chautauqua presents Leah Leslie Unplugged at Windermere.It is impossible to pick a genre to describe the music of Leah Leslie. She simply loves to sing, especially classic folk, blues […]

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Sultans of String in Concert

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Sultans of String ConcertThree time Juno nominees and SiriusXM winners Sultans of String create, “Energetic and exciting music from a band with talent to burn!” (Maverick Magazine UK). Thrilling their […]

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Morning Meditation and Yoga with Annette (Saturday)

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Free

Mosaic Workshop with Christine Hume

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Learn the art of mosaic on stone!Ages 12 and upIn this workshop, Christine will teach you some basic mosaic techniques and explain what she loves about this endlessly fascinating medium.You […]

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Screenprinting Workshop with Sean William Dawson

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Screenprinting Workshop with Sean William DawsonParticipants will learn the ins-and-outs of DIY silkscreening. With the guidance of professional artist Sean-William Dawson, students will create there own logo and then reproduce […]

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Heritage Preservation in Windermere Panel Discussion

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Why might heritage preservation be important to the village of Windermere, and in the broader sense, here in Muskoka?The Muskoka Branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario is coordinating a […]

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Andrew Nunno Acoustic Performance

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Andrew Nunno Acoustic PerformanceAndrew Nunno is a warm silky vocal singing folky tunes, with groovy vibe. Andrew Nunno is a summer drive down the boardwalk of your favorite beach. Andrew […]

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‘Beautiful Scars’ Documentary: Hot Docs Summer Screening Series

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka.The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest […]

Free

Family Fun Art Party

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Fun for the whole family in celebration of Muskoka Chautauqua's 100th anniversary!Activities will include:Windermere Lions Club barbequeWindermere Women's Institute Bake SaleMichael Benton's famous arts & craftsPerformance by Jam SandwichButton makingPaddle […]

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Jennifer Tung in Concert

Christ Church 1018 Fife Avenue, Windermere, ON, Canada

Jennifer Tung in ConcertArtistic director of Toronto City Opera and assistant conductor of the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra, conductor Jennifer Tung leads a uniquely versatile career as music director, collaborative pianist, […]

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Festival Welcome

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

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Festival Opening & Welcome

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Join us to kick-off our 2023 summer festival, including welcome, introductions and program highlights from our festival programmers.Welcome and introductions - Joan Bendon, Festival Director, Muskoka Chautauqua Welcome and Land […]

Free

Gallery Exhibition Opening

Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Opening reception for this season’s exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring pieces by: Sean William Dawson Gayle Dempsey Rob ElliottAudrey Mah Greg Hindle Susan HindleChristine HumeMagdalena TarkoLisa ElderMallory TingeySharon […]

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10 Day Evening Festival Pass: All Musical Performances & Hot Docs Films

Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

Purchase a 10-day festival evening pass to attend any of the musical performances or hot docs film screenings.Join the fun every evening of the festival! Purchase a 10-day festival evening […]