Built in 1885, the Graham Opera House on Queen Street in Woodstock became the heartbeat of the town’s cultural and social life. Over the decades, it was a stage for…
Maurice Bolyer the “King of the Banjo”
Maurice Bolyer, an acclaimed banjoist and composer, was born in Edmundston to Acadian parents. In his later teenage years, Bolyer, who would eventually be honoured as the ‘King of the…
William Nannary Theatre Manager and Promoter
Born in 1838 in Saint John, William Nannary was the eldest child of Timothy and Bridget Nannary. It is believed that he received his education at the local Catholic church….
Ned Landry
Ned Landry was born in 1921 in Saint John. He was a multitalented musician known for his skill in fiddling, composing, and singing. Despite teaching himself to play the violin…
Clarence Geldert – Hollywood Actor
This famous New Brunswicker was born June 9, 1865. He was an actor and director. Having a successful Hollywood career, Clarence Geldert acted in numerous films spanning several decades. His acting…
Walter Learning
Walter Learning was born in 1938 in Quidi Vidi, Newfoundland. The father of anglophone theatre in New Brunswick. Walter Learning founded Fredericton’s Theatre New Brunswick in 1969. He served as…
Henry Burr the Most Prolific Recording Artist of His Day
Born in St. Stephen in 1885, Henry Burr, a highly prolific recording artist of his time, made recordings under various names including his real name, Harry McClaskey, and pseudonyms like…
Gianna Patton, Model, Makeup Artist and Actress
Gianna Patton was born in Oromocto on July 5, 1974, and is a model and actress. Her mother is of Swedish and English descent, while her father has Russian, Irish,…