MINISTERS ISLAND THEATER FIELD GUIDE
Songwriters Circle on Ministers Island: Three New Brunswick Voices in an Hour‑long Showcase
A one‑hour, all‑female songwriter showcase on Ministers Island featuring Jessica Rhaye, Hilary Ladd and Maggie Savoie; this guide explains logistics, food options, and arrival rules for the event.
Songwriters Circle on Ministers Island: Three New Brunswick Voices in an Hour‑long Showcase.
Enjoy an all‑female songwriter showcase on Ministers Island, featuring award‑winning artists blending folk, pop, blues and storytelling. The event brings three New Brunswick songstresses together for an intimate concert experience, with food add‑ons available and island admission provided starting one hour before the performance.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Three distinct songwriter voices
The Songwriters Circle features Jessica Rhaye, Hilary Ladd and Maggie Savoie — three veteran New Brunswick artists whose work spans folk, pop, blues and bilingual songwriting. Expect a sequence of short sets and storytelling that showcases each artist’s approach to melody and lyric.
Concert food combos you can pre‑order
Two pre‑order concert meal choices are available: Combo 1 (chicken salad wrap, fruit cup and homemade cookie) and Combo 2 (lobster roll, chowder bowl and homemade cookie). Prices are published with HST and booking fees; the order cutoff is midnight the evening before the concert.
A compact, scheduled arrival window
The concert is staged on Ministers Island with the Grand Marquee serving as the meeting point; ticket holders may access the island beginning one hour prior to the scheduled performance time.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
This is a focused, hour‑long songwriter showcase hosted on Ministers Island: arrive within the one‑hour admission window, gather at the Grand Marquee, and move through a rotating sequence of short sets from the three featured artists. The format leans into storytelling and intimate performance rather than a single headlining set.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and what to expect in terms of access and format.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The concert is scheduled as a one‑hour performance; ticket holders have island admission beginning one hour before the event.
Meet at the Grand Marquee (the listed meeting location) on Ministers Island.
Two concert food combos are offered for advance purchase; orders must be placed by midnight the evening before the concert. Prices are listed plus HST and a booking fee.
The event is operated by Van Horne Estates On Ministers Island Inc. and is supported by grant funding from Explore St. Andrews.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the concert?
The Songwriters Circle concert is scheduled for Sunday, August 9th at 3:00 pm.
How long is the performance?
The concert duration is one hour.
Where do I meet for the event?
The listed meeting location is the Grand Marquee on Ministers Island.
When can I access the island with my ticket?
Your ticket is valid for island admission beginning one hour prior to the event.
Are there food options available?
Yes — two pre‑order concert combos are offered: Combo 1 (chicken salad wrap, fruit cup and homemade cookie) and Combo 2 (lobster roll, chowder bowl and homemade cookie). Prices are quoted plus HST and booking fees; orders must be placed by midnight the evening before the concert.
Who is producing the event?
The event operator is Van Horne Estates On Ministers Island Inc., and the concert is supported by grant funding from Explore St. Andrews.