Event Details

An NCPA Presentation

After three tremendously well-received concerts in 2025 that had the audience on their feet, the NCPA Soulful Blues is evolving into a festival that blends soulful melodies with raw emotion.

Shakura S’Aida, a Canadian blues vocalist, songwriter and actress, will perform on day one of the NCPA Soulful Blues festival. Having won the Maple Blues Awards under multiple categories, she was also the recipient of the Maple Blues Award – Blues with a Feeling Award (Lifetime Achievement Award) in 2021. With several other accolades under her belt, she is known for her expression of authenticity, truth and love and fosters a connection through heartfelt storytelling, giving audiences a lot to talk and dance about. Before pursuing her solo career and releasing several albums, S’Aida performed with jazz icons such as Jimmy Smith and Ruth Brown. She has been contributing to Toronto’s music community for over 40 years as a singer/songwriter, bandleader, frontwoman, playwright and producer, creating opportunities for both audiences and music creators.

Box Office: 9th December for Members & 12th December for Public.