Ottawa 
Events Description
Ron Sexsmith is a three-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter from St Catharines, Ontario. Born in 1964, Ron was drawn to music from an early age by the melodic songs of the era, which he heard on the radio and from his mom’s record collection. His earliest musical heroes were Buddy Holly and Elton John. He always loved to sing and began playing the guitar at the age of 14. Although he tried to write songs throughout his teens, it wasn’t until he was 21, when he had his first child, that he truly became a songwriter. Ron eventually moved his young family to Toronto in 1987 to further pursue a career in music. He worked as a courier by day, while performing in the clubs by night. He formed the band “Ron Sexsmith and The Uncool” and started gaining attention from music label executives, although all passed on signing him.
Sexsmith’s songwriting style evolved into a unique and timeless blend of classic pop, contemporary folk, and roots-rock idioms. He has built a steadfast reputation with critics and with some of his own songwriting heroes (Elton John, Ray Davies, John Prine, Gordon Lightfoot, Leonard Cohen and Paul McCartney) for his characteristically honest, sensitive, and enduring approach to the songwriting craft. Come see this Canadian staple live at the NAC!
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $34.00+
How to get tickets?
Phone: 1-844-985-2787 (ARTS)
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Friday October 24, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Venue & Address
Babs Asper Theatre, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5W1
Wheelchair accessible
Paid Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
