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NMC Presents: All’s Fair in Love — Songs for Situationships and Soulmates
NMC Presents: All’s Fair in Love — Songs for Situationships and Soulmates

Experience love in all its forms at All’s Fair in Love — Songs for Situationships and Soulmates, a Valentine’s night that blends music, discovery, and delight at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

King Eddy Three-course Valentine's Dinner — $50/PERSON (add-on)

Add-on price includes the three-course meal only. Drinks and gratuity will be added separately.

After completing the add-on purchase, please contact King Eddy at 403-829-6016 or info@kingeddy.ca to reserve a table.

FIRST COURSE (choose 1)

  • Maple roasted butternut squash and coconut cream soup. Toasted pumpkin seeds and cilantro pesto
  • Mediterranean chopped salad -romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, chickpeas olives and feta cheese. Red wine vinaigrette    

SECOND COURSE (choose 1)    

  • Slow braised Alberta beef short ribs with red wine and herbs. Garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables
  • Chicken Breast Supreme “Coq Au Vin”- red wine, bacon, mushroom and herb jus, Garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables

THIRD COURSE (choose 1)

  • Maple Bourbon Crème Brulé, Chantilly cream and fresh berries
  • Warm white chocolate and cranberry brioche bread pudding, salted caramel sauce and vanilla gelato 

Whether you’re planning a romantic night out or celebrating with friends, this unique experience promises an evening filled with musical magic. Celebrate love in all its forms with an unforgettable night featuring a heart-stirring concert of iconic love songs, heartbreak anthems, and soulful classics, led by Zoe Theodorou. From Stevie Wonder to Beyonce and Al Green to Bruno Mars, the night’s two-part setlist blends timeless hits and modern favourites that speak to every version of love.  

Before the concert begins, Studio Bell will be open exclusively to ticket holders from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, offering the chance to explore Canada’s music story across five floors of exhibitions and interactive activities. In the lobby, enjoy a selection of themed activations designed to make your night extra special — capture the moment with complimentary Valentine’s-themed photo booth, indulge at the candy buffet, and enjoy live music in the lobby to set the tone. The lobby bar and NMC Café will be open throughout the evening with beverages available for purchase.*

For an elevated experience, guests can also add a scrumptious three-course Valentine’s dinner at the King Eddy from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Enjoy a beautifully prepared meal just steps away from Studio Bell before immersing yourself in an evening of music and connection.

*Please note: No food or drinks are permitted in the galleries.

Band:

  • Zoe Theodorou - Vocal
  • Paul Bergeron - Bass
  • Jamie Quiring - Keys/programming
  • Ben Montgomery - Drums  
  • Graham Ko - Guitar  

Timeline

  • 4:45 - 6:30 pm: Dinner seatings at the King Eddy
  • 7:30 pm: Dinner service ends
  • 5:00 pm - 7:45 pm: Studio Bell exhibits open to ticket holders
  • 8:00 pm: Concert with Zoe Theodorou at Studio Bell

Ticket Instructions

  1. Ticket Link: Click "Buy Tickets" to go to the ticket page.
  2. Select Tickets: Select the number of tickets you want to purchase for the Studio Bell event.
  3. Dinner Add-on: To add the optional King Eddy dinner, select the add-on during checkout.
  4. Reserve a Table: If you purchased the dinner add-on, please contact the King Eddy at 403-829-6016 or info@kingeddy.ca to reserve a table.

About Zoe Theodorou

Gifted with a natural and timeless stage presence, award-winning powerhouse vocalist Zoe Theodorou projects the kindred spirits of Ella, Aretha, Chaka, and Whitney into a captivating and vibrant musical adventure. Through the fiery and passionate spectacle of her live shows, Zoe radiates the sincerity allure, excitement, and excellence of her musical ancestors.

You may recognize her from work with ESPN, Travel Alberta, Mark’s, or on the airwaves of CBC Radio 2. She is the recipient of a Canadian Gospel Music Award for Best Jazz Vocal and a founding member of Groove Academy, an international collective of diverse musicians and dancers who have performed around the world.

Familiar to NMC audiences, Zoe was a cornerstone of the hugely successful Rock The Nation, a musical retrospective of Canadian hits from the 1950’s onward. Shehas also recently graced the stages of the Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show and Stage West dinner theater. For audiences lucky enough to experience her live, prepare for a performance that brings both soul and spirit vividly to life.