presents...

TROOPER

Saturday, JULY 13th, 2024

 Opening act: THE SOUL SHAKERS

To kick off the beginning of Parksville Beach Festival 2024 join us Saturday, July 13th at the Parksville Outdoor Theatre for an unforgettable concert featuring Trooper.

Trooper is one of Canada's most popular rock bands of all time, and they were recent inductees into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

Before the legendary Trooper takes center stage, get ready to groove with The Soul Shakers. The Soul Shakers are one of Vancouver Island's premier dance bands, known for their electrifying performances and infectious energy. Combining top-notch musicianship, stellar harmonies, and a diverse setlist of classic soul, Motown, R&B, blues, and popular tunes, they'll have you singing and dancing along, no matter your age. 

You can bring your own chairs or a blanket to sit on. No umbrellas are allowed that might restrict guest viewpoints.

If you prefer, you can also rent a chair for $5 on-site. (limited quantity)

Designated liquor service area and food trucks will be on site.

Website: https://www.trooper.com/

TROOPER BIOGRAPHY

It goes like this: millions of records, a couple dozen hits, a Juno Award (Canada's Grammy) for Band of the Year and ongoing sold-out shows across Canada. Universal Music acknowledges them as "one of Canada's top five selling bands of all time" and the Vancouver Sun has called them "Canadian rock heroes of the first order ... the best performing band in Canada". In 2023 they were inducted into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Canada's Walk of Fame.

Then, as now, what makes Trooper what they are is great performances and great pop songwriting.

Trooper's ten studio albums have earned multiple gold and platinum awards and their 6 X Platinum greatest hits, Hot Shots, continues to be one of Universal Music Canada's best selling catalog CDs and one of the country's most enduring party soundtracks. In celebration of the band's 35th anniversary, a totally updated and re-mastered collection - "Hits From 10 Albums" - was released, featuring songs spanning the entirety of their recording career. John Kereiff, writing in Gonzo Magazine, dubbed the collection "THE summer album of 2010."

"We're Here for a Good Time (Not a Long Time)", "Raise a Little Hell", "The Boys in the Bright White Sportscar", "Two For the Show", "Pretty Lady" "Good Ol' General Hand Grenade", "Round, Round We Go", "Santa Maria", "Janine" - just a few of the Trooper hits that, according to writer Ryan Sparks, "have woven their way into the fabric of this country like no other bands have been able to do. Tune into any radio station from Vancouver to St John's and you're bound to encounter one of their dozen hit radio anthems that are still featured in heavy rotation to this day."

Dan Brisbois of canadianbands.com writes, "They've won practically every Canadian music award possible and they've been dubbed 'Canada's Greatest Party Band' ... and rightfully so." Bob Mersereau, author of The Top 100 Canadian Albums wrote, "Trooper's Hot Shots has been one of the biggest-selling albums in Canadian music history. It has gone six times platinum, and sells consistently, as do tickets to Trooper gigs. There are clubs and festivals across the country where the annual Trooper show is practically an official holiday." Indeed, Trooper continues to consistently sell out shows across the country - often performing for three generations of fans - demonstrating that the band and its music remain borderless, timeless, and ageless.

It's no exaggeration to say that Trooper has become a Canadian legend. They continue to perform their huge collection of hits with the vitality and sense of humour that has served them well on their steady march through the hills and valleys of Canadian Rock and Roll.

Tickets are only $45 (plus taxes & fees) for Adults, and $10 (plus taxes & fees) for Students.

• Event Start time:  5:30pm (Gates Open at 4:30pm)
• Seating and Prices inclusive of any taxes or fees:  
  General Admission - $45 (plus taxes and fees)
  Students - $10 (plus taxes and fees)
  Children 12 and under: Free with paid adult (tickets not required)
• Event Type: Rock concert
• Venue:  Parksville Outdoor Theatre: 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville, British Columbia (in Parksville Community Park)
• Note: Limited number of chair rentals available for $5.

Once you purchase your ticket online, the purchaser can either pick up your tickets at the McMillan Arts Centre Box Office, or you can present your receipt on site for redemption. (Original Purchaser must show ID for redemption).

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