Campfire Night at the Troubadour Comes August 21

Three accomplished folk and singer-songwriters are gathering for Campfire Night at the Troubadour in Summit on August 21, 2026. The intimate concert features Ken Galipeau, James Gedeon, and Joe Crookston performing in a unique theatre-in-the-round format without amplification or microphones. The room is lit only by the warm glow of an electric campfire, creating an atmosphere of closeness and storytelling.

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The Performance Format

Theatre-in-the-round puts the three singers in the middle of the audience, creating an intimate gathering rather than a traditional concert stage setup. With no sound system and no amplification, the focus remains entirely on the performers' voices and the stories they tell. The room's warm lighting comes from an electric campfire, and the venue is air-conditioned and mosquito-free.

The Performers

Ken Galipeau is a singer and storyteller who draws from both time-tested tradition and his own experiences. He shares his work at storynsong.com.

James Gedeon tours nationally with solo shows including "Coming Home: The Music of James Taylor" and "Three American Troubadours: A Celebration of James Taylor, Carly Simon, Carol King." He has opened for America, Kenny Rogers, The Marshall Tucker Band, and Jay Leno, and has shared stages with Billy Joel, Phoebe Snow, and Pat Monahan of Train. Learn more at jamesgedeonmusic.com.

Joe Crookston, based in Ithaca, New York, is a fiddler, slide guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter. Gordon Lightfoot invited him to tour as an opener, and he has headlined Kerrville and the Philadelphia Folk Festival. Folk Alliance International named him an "Album of the Year" recipient and Artist-in-Residence. His songs have been adapted into award-winning films. He describes his work as a "Compassionate Story Revolution." Visit joecrookston.com for more information.

Break Refreshments

At the break, the Troubadour will serve s'mores with marshmallows and hot cocoa, adding to the campfire gathering atmosphere.

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FAQ

Q: What is Campfire Night at the Troubadour?
A: Campfire Night is an intimate folk concert at the Troubadour in Summit on August 21 featuring three performers in a theatre-in-the-round format with no amplification, lit by an electric campfire.

Q: Who are the performers at Campfire Night?
A: The performers are Ken Galipeau (singer-storyteller), James Gedeon (touring folk performer), and Joe Crookston (fiddler and multi-instrumentalist from Ithaca, NY).

Q: When is Campfire Night at the Troubadour?
A: Campfire Night is Thursday, August 21, 2026 at the Troubadour in Summit.

Q: What makes this concert unique?
A: The concert uses a theatre-in-the-round format with performers in the middle of the audience, no sound system or microphones, and lighting from an electric campfire creating an intimate gathering atmosphere.

Q: Is the venue air-conditioned?
A: Yes. The Troubadour is air-conditioned and mosquito-free.

Q: Is there a break during the concert?
A: Yes. At the break, s'mores with marshmallows and hot cocoa will be served.

Q: How much are tickets?
A: Admission is free.

Q: Who is James Gedeon?
A: James Gedeon is a folk performer who tours nationally with shows featuring James Taylor, Carly Simon, and Carol King music. He has opened for Kenny Rogers, America, and The Marshall Tucker Band.

Q: Where can I learn more about the performers?
A: Visit storynsong.com (Ken Galipeau), jamesgedeonmusic.com (James Gedeon), or joecrookston.com (Joe Crookston).