Before he was tall enough to reach the pedals, Jason Kempt couldn’t wait to get started playing piano. A career spanning more than 30 years has seen him writing, directing, producing and performing in shows across Atlantic Canada. A high school teacher by day, Jason has made time to pursue music performances throughout Canada, the USA, and a tour through Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands as part of the Irish Folk Festival. Now a regular solo performer at venues across Cape Breton, Jason brings his interactive piano bar style show to a diverse range of audiences.
8:30pm-12am | Free
Next Date: Jun 5, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Be transported to the beautiful world of Broadway, all abuzz and brimming with your favourite showstoppers. This singularly sensational...
Next Date: Jul 19, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Theatre Baddeck’s production of Ed’s Garage, by Dan Needles, tells the story of former cattle farmer, Peter, who arriv...
Next Date: May 10, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
With more than 45 years of combined professional music-making between them, Brandon Collier and Jason Kempt have each made their own mark on...
Next Date: Jul 13, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton ...
Next Date: Dec 13, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
The Once are returning after a sold-out show in 2024! This time, they are bringing their beloved Newfoundland Christmas show to Big Baddeck....
Next Date: May 12, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Pop culture, graffiti, collage, punk rock and skateboarding collide in this exhibition which celebrates urban aesthetics and the art of the ...
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