For over two decades, Vishtèn has been a driving force in Acadian music, blending deep-rooted traditions with bold innovation. From Prince Edward Island and the Magdalen Islands, the group has earned international acclaim, performing at major festivals across North America, Europe and Australia, and receiving a JUNO nomination, multiple ECMA and Music PEI Awards, and the SPACQ Édith Butler Prize.
In 2022, Vishtèn faced an immeasurable loss with the passing of co-founder Pastelle LeBlanc. In tribute, Emmanuelle LeBlanc and Pascal Miousse created Vishtèn Connexions – a concept project dedicated to finishing and sharing Pastelle’s unfinished compositions as a collective act of healing. The resulting album, Expansion, earned widespread acclaim and was awarded Album of the Year at the 2025 East Coast Music Awards – a historic first for an Acadian and Francophone group.
Today, Vishtèn continues to evolve with the return of pianist, dancer, and singer Megan Bergeron, a lifelong friend and collaborator who appeared on the band’s debut album. Together, Emmanuelle, Pascal, and Megan carry Vishtèn into a vibrant new chapter, creating music that is deeply rooted in Acadian tradition yet alive with contemporary energy and imagination.
With their fiery blend of traditional songs, instrumental mastery, and rhythmic drive, Vishtèn remains one of Atlantic Canada’s most captivating musical voices – a bridge between past and future, heritage and innovation.
Tickets £19
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Most of our shows use ‘cabaret-style’ seating. This means that your seats will be unreserved, which allows you to decide where to sit when you arrive.
The stalls (downstairs) are set up informally, with chairs around small tables, for a sociable, relaxed atmosphere, and somewhere to put your drink. Cabaret seating also allows space for dancing, which is highly encouraged at Victoria Hall!
For those who prefer a more ‘traditional’ theatre experience, the balcony seats are laid out in rows and raked, ensuring all seats have an excellent view.
For parties of six or more, tables in the stalls can be reserved- contact us to reserve a table. If you have reserved a table, we ask that at least one of your party turn up at least 30 minutes before the performance start time, in order to secure your table.
We can always reserve seating or wheelchair spaces in the stalls for those unable to use the stairs- just let us know when you book your tickets.
Please note, online bookings are subject to a booking fee. Tickets can also be bought by phone on 01729 825718, or in person at our box office. Opening hours are 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday.
Show end times given are an estimate only. Doors open 45 minutes before show start times.
Settle Victoria Hall reserves the right to turn away any customers not adhering to social-distancing laws, government guidelines, and/ or venue safeguarding policies.
Tickets are non-refundable, except in the case that the event or date has been changed by Settle Victoria Hall.
Accessibility
We want to make sure that we are open and welcoming to all, and that everyone can access and enjoy Victoria Hall.
If you require a wheelchair space or have other accessibility needs, we recommend that you call us on 01729 825718 to book tickets, and we will find you the best seats for your requirements. If you’re unable to call during our opening hours, please email us before booking with any seating or accessibility requirements that you may have.
Please note, due to the age and size of our building, not all of our seats can be made accessible.We will always do everything in our power to help you access and enjoy our events, but we cannot guarantee to meet your needs unless we are made aware of any requirements at or before time of booking.
For more information, see our access page.
