Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods

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 small panel of speakers for a brief and varied overview of the merits of heritage preservation.Topic and points of interest to be covered are:the merits, […]

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 audiences with their genre-hopping passport of Celtic reels, flamenco, Django-jazz, Arabic, Cuban, and South Asian rhythms, Sultans of String celebrate musical fusion and human creativity […]

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 and jazz. Her voice has an unusual quality; a combination of clarity and edge. A lifetime of following singers like Bonnie Raitt, Billie Holiday and […]

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, is training in adaptability – the number one skill, as touted by LinkedIn.Improv is also a form of active mindfulness, teaching participants to be in […]

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 documentary festival in North America. Again this year Muskoka Chautauqua is thrilled to partner with Hot Docs to bring their Summer Screening Series to our […]

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 in January of 2022, the group released their first single “Call Me On Your Way” on March 10th, 2022. With influences including artists such as […]

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 with great respect and passion of the Canadian women who became the WDs of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Their story is an important part […]

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 & Blues Festival, and at venues from The Riverboat to Massey Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the CNE Grandstand. She played on the CBC, CTV, […]

'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 North America. Again this year Muskoka Chautauqua is thrilled to partner with Hot Docs to bring their Summer Screening Series to our outdoor Theatre in […]

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 a compelling journey.

Final performances of songwriting workshop participants

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, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s – that golden age of the big bands.Armed […]

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 of Muskoka-based authors. Norah will discuss with the panel their new releases and delve into the craft of writing fiction novels. This year’s Muskoka Authors […]

'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 this year Muskoka Chautauqua is thrilled to partner with Hot Docs to bring their Summer Screening Series to our outdoor Theatre in the Woods, under […]

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 and socio-political philosophy into rich, reflective compositions. With a voice that is gentle and familiar, Smith offers elegant melodies locked to lyrics that are paced […]

'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 from outer space lies a centuries-long drama which proves that putting Muskoka on a map was neither easy nor simple. In this second book in […]

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 years, traveling the globe, hosting concerts and conducting workshops. He is well-known for his blues harp styles, slide guitar and traditional blues. He has played […]

‘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 bought his condo in Montreal, he was finally achieving a big life goal of home ownership. But there was a question echoing in his mind. […]

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 - Sponsor Recognition - Gayle Dempsey, Co-founder4:15 - Welcome and highlights of the music program - Gary Froude, Co-founder4:20 - Highlights of the art program […]

Tickets on sale July 1, 2021. Purchase tickets here.

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka. Tickets on sale July 1, 2021. Purchase tickets here. The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in North America. The event takes place annually in Toronto. This year Muskoka Chautauqua […]

Tickets on sale May 30, 2021. Purchase tickets here.

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka.

For this special outdoor performance the group has chosen repertoire to reflect the idyllic surroundings, with a theme of Summer on Lake.