Lip Sync Legends Showdown has audience dancing in aisles of Opera House
Seven teams left it all out on the stage in our first ever Lip Sync Legends Showdown and after all the fun and dancing was done, the Severn Bridge Farm Divas walked away with top prize of $500, all in support of the Gravenhurst Health Hub.
Gravenhurst Lip Sync Battle Brings the House Down for Health Hub Fundraiser
Gravenhurst, ON — The stage was set, the lights were bright, and the energy was electric as the community came together for a night of unforgettable entertainment in the Lip Sync Legends Showdown in support of the Gravenhurst Health Hub. Families, friends, and music lovers packed the venue to cheer on local teams as they brought their best moves, costumes, and charisma to the mic, all without singing a single note. The event combined high-energy performances with a powerful cause, raising awareness and support for the Gravenhurst Health Hub project’s mission to bring local healthcare access to the 1 in 2 Gravenhurst residents who do not have access to primary health care.
The competition kicked off with seven teams performing lip sync routines to songs of their choice, dazzling the audience with choreography, flair, and pure performance power. Unlike traditional contests, this battle was judged by the crowd, whose cheers and applause determined which teams advanced. The audience was treated to variety of great songs including Leonard Cohen’s, Hallelujah, and boating act “Mal de Mer,” with “On the Boat Again,” a whimsical Muskoka take on Willie Nelson’s “On the Road Again.” With a $500 prize and ultimate bragging rights on the line, the stakes were high and the performances even higher.
Four standout teams emerged as finalists: the glittering Gravenhurst Glam Fam, the fiery Allyn Abbot dressed as a “Hot Hot Hot,” themed planet earth, the dynamic dance troupe from Legendary Hype & Fitness, and the unstoppable Severn Bridge Farm Divas. Each group brought their unique style and spirit to the stage, igniting the crowd and keeping the energy soaring. In a thrilling semi-final showdown, the crowd was treated to songs “Witch Doctor,” from Alvin and the Chipmunks, “The First Cut is the Deepest,” from Sheryl Crow, and the final song of the evening, “Staying Alive,” from BeeGees. In the end the Farm Divas clinched the top spot with a performance that blended humor, heart, and high-octane shenanigans supported by fans who “voted” through donations to the cause.
Beyond the competition, the event served as a vibrant celebration of community spirit and creativity. During the intermission, our attendees could “buy” points to vote for their team with a donation which contributed to the final winner. Participants donned rockstar costumes, embraced their inner performers, and rallied together for a cause that touches every corner of Gravenhurst. The Health Hub project, which aims to improve healthcare services and accessibility in the region, received enthusiastic support from attendees, volunteers, and performers alike.
As the curtain closed on a night of music, event emcees Autum Smith and Sarah Hiscox of Timerbeast Productions brought all the performers back on stage for one last song encouraging the audience to join in lip synching to an appropriately themed “Don’t Stop Believing,” by Journey. When asked if there would be a repeat of this great community event, organizers Meghan Pratt and Teghan Warr of the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce stated that they would certainly like to see this become an annual event that can keep the community engaged and dancing in the aisle of the Gravenhurst Opera House.
