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Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life
Friday, May 29, 2026 7:00 PM - Sunday, May 31, 2026 4:00 PM (PDT)
Description
Written and Performed by Keith Alessi
Directed by Erika Conway
Friday May 29 @ 7 PM
Saturday May 30 @ 2 PM & 7 PM
Sunday May 31 @ 2 PM
@ Gabriola Arts and Heritage Centre, 476 South Road (In the heart of the Village, right by the Post Office)
85 minutes in length, plus an intermission (15 mins). Talk Back to Follow
Keith Alessi shares his exceptional true story of leaving the world of corporate boardrooms behind to follow his long-delayed passion—playing the banjo!
When faced with a serious cancer battle, Keith’s musical pursuit took him on a journey that became the key to saving his life. Told through authentic storytelling, humor and music, Keith’s story is an uplifting tale of challenge, triumph, and the healing power of music and theatre.
A heartwarming, true story of transformation, this show has captivated audiences around the globe, with sold out runs across Canada, Off-Broadway in New York City, and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland 3 years in a row. Tomatoes… is a one-person play that is a tour-de-force.
Keith recently celebrated his 10th year of being cancer-free. Learn more: www.tomatoestriedtokillme.com
Tix available online at www.gabriolaislandfarmtheatre.ca or on select dates at the AgiHall Farmer's Market - Feb 21, Mar 21, Apr 18 and weekly starting May 2.
Pay What You Choose:
$20
$30
$40 (Reserved Seating)
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
Licensed Concession and Box Office opens onsite 1 hours before showtime.
476 South Road
Gabriola, BC V0R 1X0 Canada
Gabriola Arts and Heritage Centre, 476 South Road (In the heart of the Village, right by the Post Office). Venue is fully wheelchair accessible. The venue will be transformed into a black box theatre with drapes and tiered audience seating.
FRIDAY MAY 29 @ 7 PM
SATURDAY MAY 30 @ 2 PM & 7 PM
SUNDAY MAY 31 @ 2 PM