Underground Echoes - Songs at Christmas Time


Date: Dec 11
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Theatre
Music

Experience an evening of music and storytelling as Hamilton Sound, along with the renowned Bud Davidge, presents Underground Echoes: Songs of Christmas. This unique performance honours the legacy of brave miners who spent their lives working underground, weaving together stirring songs and powerful narratives to celebrate their enduring spirit.

As the festive season draws near, the performance will also include a selection of beloved holiday music, filling the theatre with the warmth and joy of Christmas.

Come immerse yourself in this heartwarming celebration of miners’ lives and enjoy the festive cheer, making this an unforgettable evening to share with family and friends.

Tickets: $15 plus HST (10% Discount for Rooms Members). Tickets are available online or by calling 709-757-8090. 

Please note: This does not include admission to the galleries.

Today's Events & Programs

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Newfoundland Folk Holiday Performance – Fergus O'Byrne & Jim Payne

Continue the festive spirit with a delightful holiday performance featuring Fergus O'Byrne and Jim Payne!

Immerse yourself in the warmth of Newfoundland folk culture, including traditional Christmas carols, rousing sea shanties and work songs, poignant ballads, comic ditties, folk tales and recitations, and toe-tapping jigs, reels, and polkas on a variety of instruments.

Cost: Free. A ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

About the Performers:

Jim Payne – From Notre Dame Bay, Jim is a leading performer on accordion and a collector of Newfoundland traditional music. He is one of the province’s most prolific songwriters and has created soundtracks for theatre, plays, and documentaries. Jim also owns and operates SingSong Inc., Newfoundland’s largest traditional music label with fourteen available titles, dedicated to music, story, song, and dance reflecting the Newfoundland experience.

Fergus O'Byrne – Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Fergus became a familiar voice on radio and television from 1971 to 1983 as a member of the renowned folk group Ryan's Fancy. He now tours nationally and internationally with Jim Payne and A Crowd Of Bold Sharemen and is recognized for promoting Newfoundland and Celtic music while mentoring young folk music enthusiasts.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Tour

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou

In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.