Travel back to a time of Peace, Love, and Good Vibrations!
Flashback:
Memories of the Summer of Love
A Chris McHarge Production
May 28-June 1, 2025
Take a journey from innocence to experience is explored with tales of the music and social conditions of a decade that changed America. The trip begins with the Beach Boys music from the early 60s. Along the way we experience the British Invasion with Gerry & the Pacemakers and Herman’s Hermits; and the pop music of the Monkees and Sonny & Cher. A little further down the road, we are immersed in the folk and protest songs of Peter, Paul & Mary, Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot, and Joni Mitchell. The trip culminates in a recreation of the Monterey Pop Festival in San Francisco during the Summer of Love. You’ll be swept away by the music of Janis Joplin, the Byrds, the Association, Jefferson Airplane, Simon & Garfunkel, and the Mamas & Papas. Relive the music and emotions, the struggle for change at the heart of the 60s, and rekindle the spirit of the Summer of Love.
Tickets: 45$ (plus tax & service fees)
Dates & Showtimes
Wednesday, May 28 – 2 pm
Thursday, May 29 – 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Friday, May 30 – 7:30 pm
Saturday, May 31 – 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday, June 1 – 2 pm
Tickets can also be purchased by
contacting the box office
450-458-5361 or hvtbox@villagetheatre.ca
Dates & Showtimes
Wednesday
May 28 – 2 pm
Thursday
May 29
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Friday
May 30 – 7:30 pm
Saturday
May 31
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday
June 1 – 2 pm
Flashback:
Memories of the Summer of Love
A Chris McHarge Production
May 28-June 1, 2025
Take a journey from innocence to experience is explored with tales of the music and social conditions of a decade that changed America. The trip begins with the Beach Boys music from the early 60s. Along the way we experience the British Invasion with Gerry & the Pacemakers and Herman’s Hermits; and the pop music of the Monkees and Sonny & Cher. A little further down the road, we are immersed in the folk and protest songs of Peter, Paul & Mary, Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot, and Joni Mitchell. The trip culminates in a recreation of the Monterey Pop Festival in San Francisco during the Summer of Love. You’ll be swept away by the music of Janis Joplin, the Byrds, the Association, Jefferson Airplane, Simon & Garfunkel, and the Mamas & Papas. Relive the music and emotions, the struggle for change at the heart of the 60s, and rekindle the spirit of the Summer of Love.
Tickets: 45$ (plus tax & service fees)
Tickets can also be purchased by contacting the box office directly:
450-458-5361 or hvtbox@villagetheatre.ca
Meet the Summer of Love Band!
Willem Cowan (Singer)
Willem is a singer/songwriter, recording artists, and multi-instrumentalist based in London, Ontario. A graduate of Fanshawe College’s renowned Music Industry Arts program, he has released two singles this year, and is working on a follow up to his 2022 album, Mourning in the Morningtime. Having performed in a variety of bands since the age of 10, Willem has opened for acts such as Bahamas, April Wine, Glass Tiger, and David Wilcox. Past theatre credits include Baby John in West Side Story, and Ewart Dunlop in The Music Man. Special thanks to the family for their never-ending support!
Jonathan Silver (Brett)
Jonathan Silver is a multidisciplinary performer whose work has been enjoyed on stages and screens across Canada and beyond. Theatre: How to Survive in the Wild (Persephone), Intimate Apparel (Thousand Islands Playhouse), The Covenant (Theatre OuestEnd), Foxfinder (Imago), Unseamly (Infinithéâtre and Urban Stages Off-Broadway), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Repercussion), Moonlight and Magnolias, Better Late (Theatre Lac-Brome), The Birthday Party (Stephenville Theatre Festival), and more. Screen: Suits, Skymed, ALERT, Moonfall (Dir: Roland Emmerich), Saving Hope, The Detectives, Mother! (Dir: Darren Aronofsky), On the Basis of Sex (Dir: Mimi Leder), LARPs. Video game series: The Outer Worlds, Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six, Far Cry, Star Wars: Outlaws, Monster Hunter, and more.
Christine McKeon (Singer)
Christine is delighted to be joining the company of Summer Of Love! She is a Toronto based vocalist/actor and a proud company member of Concerts In Care Ontario. Her previous theatre credits include: Canada Sings, Starbright Christmas, What A Wonderful World, Summer of 69 (Victoria Playhouse Petrolia), 9to5, Hollywood Sings (Drayton Entertainment), A Night With Frank And Judy (Gayety Theatre). Christine would like to thank her family, friends, and her partner Ryan for their continued love and support. Stay groovy!
Christine McKeon (Singer)
Christine is delighted to be joining the company of Summer Of Love! She is a Toronto based vocalist/actor and a proud company member of Concerts In Care Ontario. Her previous theatre credits include: Canada Sings, Starbright Christmas, What A Wonderful World, Summer of 69 (Victoria Playhouse Petrolia), 9to5, Hollywood Sings (Drayton Entertainment), A Night With Frank And Judy (Gayety Theatre). Christine would like to thank her family, friends, and her partner Ryan for their continued love and support. Stay groovy!
Imogen Wasse (Singer)
Imogen was born in London, Ontario to a family of musicians, actors, and artists. She has been joining them in song since day one, and is thrilled that her musical family has grown to include colleagues, classmates, students, and collaborators across the country. After studying Voice Performance at the University of Toronto, Imogen completed her Bachelor of Musical Arts degree at Western University. She is also a graduate of Fanshawe College’s Music Industry Arts program, where she received the 2018 award for “Female Vocalist of the Year.” Imogen continues to perform in a variety of roles both on and off the stage, including frontwoman, session vocalist, backup singer, band coach, and silly sound maker. The silliest and most inspiring sounds are often found through her work as a music teacher, both in private lessons and through London Girls Rock Camp+. Imogen feels great joy in experiencing the power of music with others – whether on the stage, at the studio, in the classroom, or on the dancefloor – and she would like to thank all of those who have shared in it with her. Special thanks goes out to her incredible family, friends, and teachers for their endless support and guidance. Enjoy the show!
Imogen Wasse (Singer)
Imogen was born in London, Ontario to a family of musicians, actors, and artists. She has been joining them in song since day one, and is thrilled that her musical family has grown to include colleagues, classmates, students, and collaborators across the country. After studying Voice Performance at the University of Toronto, Imogen completed her Bachelor of Musical Arts degree at Western University. She is also a graduate of Fanshawe College’s Music Industry Arts program, where she received the 2018 award for “Female Vocalist of the Year.” Imogen continues to perform in a variety of roles both on and off the stage, including frontwoman, session vocalist, backup singer, band coach, and silly sound maker. The silliest and most inspiring sounds are often found through her work as a music teacher, both in private lessons and through London Girls Rock Camp+. Imogen feels great joy in experiencing the power of music with others – whether on the stage, at the studio, in the classroom, or on the dancefloor – and she would like to thank all of those who have shared in it with her. Special thanks goes out to her incredible family, friends, and teachers for their endless support and guidance. Enjoy the show!
Stephen Ingram (Singer)
Stephen is a Hamilton-born actor, singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, music director, and music teacher. A graduate from Western University’s Don Wright Faculty of Music, he has worked professionally in theatres across Ontario. He spent 2023 interning in music direction at the Shaw Festival, music directing, conducting, and playing in the pit for their season. He released his debut folk/pop album, Fridge Magnet Symphony, last year. Special thanks to his brilliant fiancée Leah, and for the love and inspiration she continues to provide. Recent credits include: Gypsy, Brigadoon, A Grand Night for Singing, Antigonick (Shaw Festival), Glory Days! (Lighthouse Festival, Upper Canada Playhouse), A Hamilton Holiday, Home for the Holidays (Theatre Aquarius), Fiddler on the Roof (Drayton Entertainment), Juno’s Reward (Grand Theatre), Mamma Mia, The Haunting of Hungerford House, Aleck Bell (Tweed and Co. Theatre), Plaid Tidings (Sudbury Theatre Centre).
Stephen Ingram (Singer)
Stephen is a Hamilton-born actor, singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, music director, and music teacher. A graduate from Western University’s Don Wright Faculty of Music, he has worked professionally in theatres across Ontario. He spent 2023 interning in music direction at the Shaw Festival, music directing, conducting, and playing in the pit for their season. He released his debut folk/pop album, Fridge Magnet Symphony, last year. Special thanks to his brilliant fiancée Leah, and for the love and inspiration she continues to provide. Recent credits include: Gypsy, Brigadoon, A Grand Night for Singing, Antigonick (Shaw Festival), Glory Days! (Lighthouse Festival, Upper Canada Playhouse), A Hamilton Holiday, Home for the Holidays (Theatre Aquarius), Fiddler on the Roof (Drayton Entertainment), Juno’s Reward (Grand Theatre), Mamma Mia, The Haunting of Hungerford House, Aleck Bell (Tweed and Co. Theatre), Plaid Tidings (Sudbury Theatre Centre).
Chris Dahmer (Keyboards)
Chris’ 45+ year career started with extensive work on the Canadian nightclub circuit, including multiple cross-country tours with established recording artists. Three years as house keyboardist at Lulu’s Roadhouse in Kitchener, ON saw him backing up international artists – Chuck Berry, Ben E King, Peter Noone (of Herman’s Hermits) to name a few. Theatre work became a mainstay starting in the year 2000, with local and European engagements. Active in the recording world, Chris has performed on many albums and a host of radio and television sessions, both on keyboards and accordion. Music education has also played a big role, with Chris having taught at music schools in Toronto and Kitchener, as well as operating his own school in Cambridge, ON for 20+ years.
Chris Dahmer (Keyboards)
Chris’ 45+ year career started with extensive work on the Canadian nightclub circuit, including multiple cross-country tours with established recording artists. Three years as house keyboardist at Lulu’s Roadhouse in Kitchener, ON saw him backing up international artists – Chuck Berry, Ben E King, Peter Noone (of Herman’s Hermits) to name a few. Theatre work became a mainstay starting in the year 2000, with local and European engagements. Active in the recording world, Chris has performed on many albums and a host of radio and television sessions, both on keyboards and accordion. Music education has also played a big role, with Chris having taught at music schools in Toronto and Kitchener, as well as operating his own school in Cambridge, ON for 20+ years.
Joel Haynes (Drums)
Based in Burlington, Ontario, Joel Haynes has grown from his early community musical experiences to playing with some of the finest jazz artists in the world. Career highlights include being nominated for a National Jazz Award in 2003, and nominations for CD of the Year and Drummer of the Year in 2009. Joel has played on over 30 recordings as a sideman, including artists such as Seamus Blake, Russell Malone, Ray Anderson, David Braid, The Cookers, and Denzel Sinclaire. His live performances have been featured at many international jazz festivals in North America, Europe, China, Japan, South Korea, South America, Australia, and the Caribbean. Joel has released three albums as a leader; ‘The Time is Now’ (Nov 2005) on Cellar Live Records, with special guest vocalist, Denzel Sinclaire. His second album, ‘Transitions’ (Feb 2008) was recorded live at the Cellar Jazz Club with special guest Seamus Blake. And after 15 years, his much anticipated third recording ‘The Return’ (Sept 2023) also on Cellar Records, features Seamus Blake, Tilden Webb, and Neil Swanson.
Joel Haynes (Drums)
Based in Burlington, Ontario, Joel Haynes has grown from his early community musical experiences to playing with some of the finest jazz artists in the world. Career highlights include being nominated for a National Jazz Award in 2003, and nominations for CD of the Year and Drummer of the Year in 2009. Joel has played on over 30 recordings as a sideman, including artists such as Seamus Blake, Russell Malone, Ray Anderson, David Braid, The Cookers, and Denzel Sinclaire. His live performances have been featured at many international jazz festivals in North America, Europe, China, Japan, South Korea, South America, Australia, and the Caribbean. Joel has released three albums as a leader; ‘The Time is Now’ (Nov 2005) on Cellar Live Records, with special guest vocalist, Denzel Sinclaire. His second album, ‘Transitions’ (Feb 2008) was recorded live at the Cellar Jazz Club with special guest Seamus Blake. And after 15 years, his much anticipated third recording ‘The Return’ (Sept 2023) also on Cellar Records, features Seamus Blake, Tilden Webb, and Neil Swanson.
Lew Mele (Bass)
One of the most versatile, seasoned bass players on the Toronto scene for over 25 years, Lew continues to tour, record, produce, compose, and explore music with passion and enthusiasm. Performance experience: Recently finished performing with Hugh Jackman at the Princes of Wales Theatre in Toronto. Currently performing, touring internationally with Bowfire. Opened for Rush with CBS recording artists, The Tenants, touring Europe and the USA with international recording artists, as well as Asian starts, Dadaw and George Gao, and performing on stage with Frankie Avalon, Don Rickles, Howie Mandel, and Jo Piscopo, to mention a few. From the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival to the Elgin Theatre, playing the Andrew Lloyd Webber hit, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, We Will Rock you in Toronto to the National Arts Orchestra in Ottawa, as well as the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. Music composer for TV: Brian Linehan, Jane Hawtin Live, The Second City, Tribute to John Candy.
Lew Mele (Bass)
One of the most versatile, seasoned bass players on the Toronto scene for over 25 years, Lew continues to tour, record, produce, compose, and explore music with passion and enthusiasm. Performance experience: Recently finished performing with Hugh Jackman at the Princes of Wales Theatre in Toronto. Currently performing, touring internationally with Bowfire. Opened for Rush with CBS recording artists, The Tenants, touring Europe and the USA with international recording artists, as well as Asian starts, Dadaw and George Gao, and performing on stage with Frankie Avalon, Don Rickles, Howie Mandel, and Jo Piscopo, to mention a few. From the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival to the Elgin Theatre, playing the Andrew Lloyd Webber hit, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, We Will Rock you in Toronto to the National Arts Orchestra in Ottawa, as well as the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. Music composer for TV: Brian Linehan, Jane Hawtin Live, The Second City, Tribute to John Candy.
Peter Mueller (Guitar)
Peter Mueller is a working Toronto guitarist and music writer whose career has involved backing many musical artists (mostly Canadian) including Tom Cochrane, David Clayton Thomas, Marc Jordan, Buffy St. Marie, Anne Murray, Alan Frew, Ian Thomas, Regatta (Q107 Homegrown winners), and many others. Peter has also worked behind the scenes in television and radio. Musical theatre credits include Mamma Mia!, Tommy, Les Miserable and Aladdin. Peter’s instrumental music is used in various music libraries across Canada and the US. For the six full years Canadian Idol aired, Peter worked in the show’s backing band on and off camera. This included working directly with contestants, such as Carly Rae Jepsen, as well as with many established international stars, including Tom Jones and Martina McBride.
Peter Mueller (Guitar)
Peter Mueller is a working Toronto guitarist and music writer whose career has involved backing many musical artists (mostly Canadian) including Tom Cochrane, David Clayton Thomas, Marc Jordan, Buffy St. Marie, Anne Murray, Alan Frew, Ian Thomas, Regatta (Q107 Homegrown winners), and many others. Peter has also worked behind the scenes in television and radio. Musical theatre credits include Mamma Mia!, Tommy, Les Miserable and Aladdin. Peter’s instrumental music is used in various music libraries across Canada and the US. For the six full years Canadian Idol aired, Peter worked in the show’s backing band on and off camera. This included working directly with contestants, such as Carly Rae Jepsen, as well as with many established international stars, including Tom Jones and Martina McBride.
Tickets can also be purchased by contacting the box office directly:
450-458-5361 or hvtbox@villagetheatre.ca
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