Meet your host: Sherman Downey
Award-winning singer-songwriter Sherman Downey is known for his radio-friendly folk sound and natural gift for storytelling. Raised in Western Newfoundland and now based in Corner Brook, his songs capture the humour, heart and character of small-town life. Sherman will guide audiences through the weekend as host of the Seven Corners Gathering.
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Chef Volodymyr Zhuzha
From Ukraine to Newfoundland, Volodymyr brings a world of culinary experience to Gros Morne Inn. Inspired by the flavours and techniques discovered throughout his international career, he creates food rooted in place and shaped by a spirit of exploration.
Musician Charlie Payne
A lifelong resident of the Woody Point area, Charlie is an accordion player, storyteller and passionate supporter of traditional music. His love of music and community helped transform the historic Orange Lodge into the Woody Point Heritage Theatre, creating a gathering place where music, stories and local culture continue to thrive.
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Chef Samantha Caines
Inspired by life in Woody Point, Samantha brings together a love of cooking, gardening and the outdoors. Through her work at Taste at Gros Morne Inn, a weekend with Food Culture Place and a stage at Fogo Island Inn, she has developed an approach rooted in place and shaped by every experience.
Musician Wayne Parsons
Wayne has made music a central part of his life, performing with many bands throughout the years. Having grown up in Gros Morne, he draws inspiration from the place he calls home and shares his appreciation for music—both old and new—through live performance and his work with Voice of Bonne Bay.
Chef Dani Murphy
As Head Chef at Chanterelles Restaurant at Sugar Hill Inn, Dani brings more than 40 years of culinary experience to every plate. Inspired by Newfoundland’s land and sea, Dani’s approach celebrates quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation and a deep connection between food and place.
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Allison Crowe, Nick Hamlyn & James Squires
Having entertained thousands at Neddy Norris Night, Allison Crowe, Nick Hamlyn and James Squires are a popular trio at the Gros Morne Theatre Festival. With a wealth of musical and acting experience, these talented multi-instrumentalists deliver an acoustic performance that is always time well spent.
Melina & Myra
For more than 20 years, Melina and Myrna have helped make Gros Morne Gas Bar Bakery a beloved local stop. From freshly baked bread to treats filled with Newfoundland and Labrador berries, they serve up familiar flavours rooted in local tradition.