# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: The Last Waltz – A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND – Live ’ celebrates the songs and music of the iconic Canadian band. This all-star Canadian cast of award-winning blues and roots musicians, under the direction of Juno award winning producer and musical director, Lance Anderson. They are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of THE BAND’s last concert in 1976 and The BAND’s amazing contribution to our shared Canadian musical heritage. This show has thrilled audiences at the Mariposa Folk Festival (2017), Beaches Jazz Festival (2017), Kitchener Blues Festival (2017) Ottawa City Folk Festival (2016), CNE Bandshell (2015) (Toronto) and Norfolk County Fair (2016) (Simcoe). It has also Sold Out theatres in Ottawa, Peterborough, Ajax, London, Orillia, Cobourg, Collingwood, (and more). In 2016, they completed a successful tour of Western Canada. This is an all-star line-up, featuring Jerome Levon Avis (Levon Helm’s godson), on drums and vocals with special guests and a nine-piece band led by Maple Blues 2014 ‘Keyboardist of the Year’ Lance Anderson. The performance will recreate the atmosphere of The Band’s final concert, which was captured in Martin Scorcese’s award-winning concert film, The Last Waltz. On the American Thanksgiving of 1976 at San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom, The BAND performed what they called their “Last Waltz,” and invited many of their friends to join in the celebration. These friends included Bob Dylan, Ronnie Hawkins, Van Morrison, and Canadians Neil Young and Joni Mitchell and others who performed with The Band on this special night. In this homage to The Last Waltz, Anderson’s special guests will perform the songs played and sung by these guest artists at the memorable 1976 concert. [Note: guest artists are subject to change due to shifting schedules.] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg6xx_kPUdM&t=14s - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/midland/the-last-waltz-a-musical-celebration-50-years-of-the-band/200029665848259 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, concerts, festivals, art, theatre, jazz - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 20 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Midland - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Midland Cultural Centre - **lat**: 44.74846 - **long**: -79.88363 - **full address**: Midland Cultural Centre, 333 King St, Midland, ON L4R 3M7, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/cf4fa5218e390db7f632822ecded1da04fd87268f289317221e00407eaf3dddd-rimg-w500-h241-dc060207-gmir?v=1775412401 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND being held? - **A:** The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND takes place on Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Midland Cultural Centre, 333 King St, Midland, ON L4R 3M7, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND? - **A:** The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND is organized by Blackrose Entertainment Canada. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Blackrose Entertainment Canada's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Blackrose Entertainment Canada a rating of 4.38/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Blackrose Entertainment Canada has 445+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Blackrose Entertainment Canada has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration - 50 years of The BAND is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Midland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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