MOOSE JAW — If you’ve enjoyed Brenda Lee Cottrell’s tribute shows, she has a brand-new performance coming to the Mae Wilson Theatre that you haven’t seen — one she promises will be unlike any before.
“Remember the Legends,” described as “very powerful, emotional, and interactive,” will take guests on a musical journey through eras and genres with a little something for everyone. The theatre will come to life as Cottrell is joined by Chris Henderson to pay tribute to some of music’s most iconic names on Friday, May 9.
For years, Remember the Legends has brought the music of legendary female vocalists of the 1960s to the stage. This year, Cottrell said the show is expanding its range of artists and genres.
“In the past… we always attributed the legendary ladies of the ‘60s,” Cottrell said. “This year, we’ve expanded our show to include everybody’s favourite vintage ladies, but we’ve also got ladies from many other eras intertwined in between.”
This year’s lineup includes artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, k.d. lang, Olivia Newton-John, Barbra Streisand, Aretha Franklin, and more.
“Everybody’s going to know this music,” Cottrell said. “We are bringing the hits to the stage.”
Joining Cottrell is Chris Henderson, a three-time Saskatchewan Country Music Association (SCMA) Male Artist of the Year winner and a well-known name in the province’s country music scene.
“Chris Henderson is one of the biggest stars that we have in Saskatchewan,” she said. “He’s a songwriter, he’s a singer, and he’s fabulous. He’s going to join me… on stage and do some very powerful duets of legendary couples.”
The duo will perform duets inspired by famous musical pairings, from Ian and Sylvia to June and Johnny Cash, and from Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood to George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
“This will be a first for us,” Cottrell said. “There’s going to be a little bit of something for everyone, as there always is in our show.”
Beyond the music, Remember the Legends will include multimedia imagery and video projections to enhance the nostalgic experience.
“Not only are you going to be able to watch (stunning visuals), but you’re going to be able to listen to the music,” Cottrell said. “It’s a sensory journey, really, because (guests are) hearing the (artist’s specific nuances) and they’re hearing the song. It takes people back in time.”
She added that many audience members have told her, “When I close my eyes, I can actually hear the lady (whose original song) you’re singing.”
A celebration of Canadian talent
Cottrell emphasized that Remember the Legends also celebrates Canadian music.
“We are promoting Canadian music,” she said, noting that the tributary lineup features exclusively Canadian artists.
With both Cottrell and Henderson calling Saskatchewan home, their Moose Jaw tour stop holds special significance. “This is home,” she said. “(We invite you to) come out and support some Canadian music.”
Since the concert falls just two days before Mother’s Day, Cottrell suggested it’s the perfect way to celebrate.
“This is an early Mother’s Day kickoff event,” she said. “If you’re looking to (give) a really special Mother’s Day gift, or if you want to just come and start spring off with something special, this could be a really fun… weekend.”
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The Mae Wilson Theatre is located at 217 Main Street North and can be reached at 306-693-4700.
