Brookes Diamond Productions

05/27/2026

Congrats to Lucy MacNeil Music for being recognized as a Mount Allison University Trailblazing Alumnae!

Learn more about all the alumnae being recognized for their local impact: mta.ca/GAL

05/26/2026

Season Two of Starmaker Academy premieres this Thursday, May 28th on Bell FibeTV1! See you on the TV! ❤️🎉

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

Congratulations, The Barra MacNeils, on your award at last night's ECMAs!!

We are overwhelmed with the outpouring of love on receiving the
“Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award”.

How fitting for our band who’s been
On the road for 40 years to be presented the award from the
Minister of Transportation, Fred Tilley
😄
Many thanks once again to the East Coast Music Association (ECMA),
Our families and our father, who turning 91 last week attended the event with us.
We dedicate this award to our late mother who was always the centre of our world …filling our home with love music, food and great gatherings.

Thank you to Jamie Gatti( and Cynthia) for all his dedicated years of performing, recording and travelling with us.
Thanks to our manager
Andre Bourgeois for all his behind
the scenes work.

✨Special thanks to the MacArthur Dancers for their impeccable performances and on this night you did it once again.
Thanks for always saying yes to the request to dance with us!!!
So many great memories.

✨And last but not least…
Talbot a drummer who always gives his very best when performing.
He is so solid and makes evenings like this extra special.
A huge talent and an incredible individual we are lucky to call
our friend.
We look forward to the next time!!

We are on the road today to start our Maritime portion of our
40th Anniversary Tour.
We look forward to seeing
you tonight in Halifax Dalhousie Arts Centre - Rebecca Cohn to kick off
Our Maritime run.

For more info on upcoming shows:

https://barramacneils.com/calendar/

05/21/2026

https://www.saltwire.com/cape-breton/lifetime-achievement-honour-for-cape-bretons-the-barra-macneils-very-humbling

Forty years after The Barra MacNeils recorded and released their eponymous debut album, Stewart MacNeil is still processing the rise and success of the Cape Breton Celtic-folk group as they prepare to accept a lifetime achievement honour from the East Coast Music Association.

05/20/2026

🎶✨ The Barra MacNeils’ 40th Anniversary Tour kicks off THIS FRIDAY! ✨🎶

Before hitting the road across the Maritimes, catch The Barra MacNeils tomorrow night at the ECMA Awards as they celebrate an incredible 40 years of music, storytelling, and Cape Breton tradition.

From fan favourites to hidden gems, this special anniversary tour promises unforgettable nights filled with signature harmonies, world-class musicianship, and East Coast spirit.

📅 Tour Dates:
Halifax – May 22
Port Hawkesbury – May 23
Moncton – May 24
Truro – May 25 (SOLD OUT!)
Summerside – May 26
Annapolis Royal – May 27 (SOLD OUT!)
Pictou – May 28

🎻 Tickets are on sale now — don’t miss your chance to celebrate with The Barra MacNeils East Coast Music Association (ECMA)
https://barramacneils.com/calendar/

05/17/2026

🎶✨ The wait is almost over — The Barra MacNeils’ 40th Anniversary Tour kicks off THIS WEEK! ✨🎶

Join one of Canada’s most beloved Celtic groups as they celebrate four decades of unforgettable music, stories, and Maritime spirit. From cherished classics to hidden gems, this special anniversary tour is a heartfelt celebration for fans old and new.

📅 Tour Dates:
Halifax – May 22
Port Hawkesbury – May 23
Moncton – May 24
Truro – May 25 (SOLD OUT!)
Summerside – May 26
Annapolis Royal – May 27
Pictou – May 28

🎻 Tickets are on sale now — come celebrate 40 incredible years with The Barra MacNeils! https://barramacneils.com/calendar/
The Barra MacNeils Dalhousie Arts Centre deCoste Performing Arts Centre Harbourfront Theatre Théâtre Capitol Theatre King's Theatre, Annapolis Royal Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre

05/12/2026

🎶⏳ The countdown is ON! ⏳🎶

In just 10 days, The Barra MacNeils will kick off their 40th Anniversary Tour across the Maritimes — celebrating four incredible decades of music, stories, and unforgettable live performances.
https://barramacneils.com/calendar/

From fan favourites to hidden gems, this special anniversary show brings together the signature harmonies, world-class musicianship, and Cape Breton spirit that audiences have loved for generations.

📅 40th Anniversary Tour Dates:
Halifax – May 22
Port Hawkesbury – May 23
Moncton – May 24
Truro – May 25 (SOLD OUT!)
Summerside – May 26
Annapolis Royal – May 27
Pictou – May 28

🎻 Tickets are on sale now — don’t miss your chance to be part of this milestone celebration! https://barramacneils.com/calendar/

The Barra MacNeils Dalhousie Arts Centre deCoste Performing Arts Centre Harbourfront Theatre The Capitol Theatre King's Theatre, Annapolis Royal Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre

05/08/2026

Tickets are on sale now for the Summerside show! https://harbourfronttheatre.com/shows/the-barra-macneils/

05/06/2026

🎶✨ **Summerside, get ready to celebrate!** ✨🎶

The **Barra MacNeils** are bringing their **40th Anniversary Tour** to Summerside on **May 26** — and it’s a night of music you won’t want to miss.

Experience the energy, harmonies, and storytelling that have made them one of Canada’s most beloved Celtic groups. From crowd favourites to special anniversary moments, this show is all about celebrating four decades of unforgettable music.

📍 **Summerside – May 26**
🎟️ **Tickets are on sale now — grab yours before they’re gone!**
https://barramacneils.com/calendar/

Bring your friends and be part of the celebration!

Harbourfront Theatre The Barra MacNeils

Celtic band from Nova Scotia