Sometimes a night at the theatre gives you a great story. Sometimes it gives you a whole new perspective on life. But when you join us at the Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre for Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life, your ticket does something even bigger—it directly invests in the next generation of young arts lovers right here in Camrose!
Every single dollar of proceeds from this performance goes straight toward our upcoming season’s programming fund. Specifically, your attendance helps us fund and present free and accessible school matinee shows for local students and school children across our community!
A Shared Experience: Finding Strength, Humor, and Connection
Cancer touches almost everyone at some point. If you haven’t faced a diagnosis or gone through treatments yourself, chances are you know a family member, a dear friend, or a neighbor who has. It is a reality that connects us all.
This show is created for everyone who has been affected by cancer in some way, shape, or form. It isn’t a heavy or somber evening—instead, it is a heartwarming tribute to the human capacity for resilience. It explores how we navigate life’s hardest moments by leaning on finding community, discovering humor in unexpected places, and tapping into a deep inner strength to keep moving forward.
An Unbelievable True Story of Resilience
Created and performed by former corporate CEO-turned-musician Keith Alessi, this internationally acclaimed solo show is a hilarious, deeply moving testament to the power of the human spirit.
When Keith was diagnosed with a deadly form of cancer and given a slim chance of survival, he decided to finally pursue a long-cherished dream: learning to play the banjo. What followed was an extraordinary journey of healing, music, and transformation that saved his life. Told with warm storytelling, self-deprecating humor, and soulful acoustic music, Keith’s story reminds us all that it’s never too late to chase joy.
Why This Performance Matters So Much to Camrose
Live theatre builds empathy, boosts confidence, and ignites imagination—especially for young minds. Our school series brings thousands of local students into the Cargill Theatre every year, many of whom are experiencing the magic of live performance for the very first time.
By purchasing a ticket, you aren’t just treating yourself to an inspiring night of theatre—you are paying it forward:
- 🎟️ 100% of proceeds fund educational theatre and youth access for our next season.
- 🚌 Direct Impact: Your ticket helps subsidize school matinee seats, transportation support, and community youth tickets.
- ❤️ A Shared Mission: Keith Alessi has raised over $1.5 million for charitable causes around the world, and we are honored to partner with him to support Camrose kiddos!
Get Your Tickets & Make a Difference Today!
Join us for an evening of belly laughs, heartwarming music, and community spirit that leaves a lasting legacy for local families.
- 📍 Location: Cargill Theatre, Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre
- 🎟️ Tickets: Available now at the Box Office or online!
👉 Click Here to Grab Your Tickets at CamroseLive.ca or call our Box Office at (780) 608-2922 to secure your seats. Let’s fill the house for our kids!