Allison Russell live in Toronto

Experience Allison Russell live on October 22nd

Allison Russell will perform at Massey Hall in Toronto, Ontario on October 22, 2026. Russell is a Canadian singer-songwriter and poet whose music blends folk, Americana, and blues influences with elements of spoken word. Her work frequently explores themes of trauma, resilience, and Black queer identity, often drawing from her personal experiences. She gained prominence as a founding member of the folk collective Our Native Daughters and Po’ Girl before releasing her solo debut album *Outside Child* in 2021, which received significant critical acclaim and multiple Juno Awards. Her subsequent album *The Returner* continued to explore deeply personal narratives with musical complexity.

Massey Hall is a historically significant concert venue located in downtown Toronto. Opened in 1894 thanks to a donation from Hart Massey, it was designed by E.J. Lennox, who also designed Casa Loma. The hall is renowned for its exceptional acoustics – achieved through its unique horseshoe-shaped design – and has hosted performances by numerous legendary artists across diverse genres for over a century including luminaries such as Glenn Gould, Bob Dylan, and Neil Young.