Deep in the heart of Atlantic Canada sits a small harbour losing hope. The once bountiful fishing village is struggling to survive, and half the population is relocating to the mainland for better opportunities. The community is looking for a miracle when an opportunity arises to bring a state-of-the-art frozen french fry facility to town. There’s just one major obstacle – to secure the factory, the harbour must have a full-time resident doctor. Realizing this might be their last chance to save their beloved community, the townspeople come together to charm an interim doctor into moving there permanently.

About the Show

Tell Tale Harbour returns to The Charlottetown Festival after its triumphant world premiere in 2022 with a newly reworked production. Based on the screenplay The Grand Seduction by Ken Scott, this musical comedy celebrates the people, the trials, and the triumphs of living in a small community in Atlantic Canada.

Co-written by and starring music icon Alan Doyle, the story of Tell Tale Harbour is as relatable as it is ridiculous, as hilarious as it is heartfelt, and full of East Coast pride.

Musical adaptation by Adam Brazier, Alan Doyle, Bob Foster, and Edward Riche
Based on the original screenplay The Grand Seduction by Ken Scott
Developed with support from the National Arts Centre’s National Creation Fund
Co-production with David and Hannah Mirvish

Performance Dates

Preview Performances

• June 20

Opening Night

• June 21

Audience Extras

Pre-Show Chat

Join us for a Tell Tale Harbour Pre-Show Chat with Artistic Director Adam Brazier on Wednesday, July 16 at 7:00pm in Room 2209 (where the Sobey Family Theatre Lobby joins the Frederic S. and Ogden Martin Concourse).

Post-Show Talk-Back

Every Thursday this summer, beginning July 3, stay after the show for a Tell Tale Talk-Back session with Adam Brazier and special guests.

• July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
• August 7, 14, 21, 28

Show Details

• Duration: 2 hours, 10 minutes (including intermission)
• Sensitivity warning: Fog and haze effects are used in this production
• Sensory-Friendly Performance available – Learn more

Creative Team

The Songs of Tell Tale Harbour

The Original Cast Recording of Tell Tale Harbour featuring Alan Doyle is now available for purchase or streaming on all your favorite music platforms. You can also pick up an official Tell Tale Harbour CD at our Box Office when you attend the show at Confederation Centre of the Arts.

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