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Hometown Scream Queen plays out life story in Vernon

Darby Mills will perform live in hometown with backup band while cinematics and storytelling showcase her nearly five-decade-long career in True Story, the first live rockumentary
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Vernon legendary singer Darby Mills will perform live intertwined with the story of her life. True Story – Mills' life story – is the first-ever live rockumentary, and will be performed Saturday, March 22, at Vernon's Performing Arts Centre.

It's her story. It's non-fiction.

Vernon singer Darby Mills – Canada's legendary Queen of Scream – will electrify the stage in her hometown at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday, March 22, as she presents True Story. It's Canada's first-ever touring rockumentary.

The groundbreaking show blends live rock performance with stunning cinematics and storytelling, taking audiences on an intimate, high-energy musical and visual journey through Darby’s 48-year career.

“This show is my life in music — the highs, the struggles, and the songs that made held it all together," said Mills, the original powerhouse frontwoman of the iconic ‘80s rock Canadian band The Headpins.

Mills has sold more than one million records worldwide, earning six recording contracts, nine album releases, four gold records, one platinum, and one double platinum certifications, along with three Juno nominations. She was honoured to be a presenter at the Juno Awards in 1983

Now, she’s bringing her story to life—not just in Vernon, but across Canada.

True Story is set to tour soft-seater theatres nationwide, giving fans everywhere the chance to experience this one-of-a-kind rock event.

You can relive The Headpins' chart-topping hits alongside rock anthems from Janice Joplin, Led Zeppelin, The Allman Brothers, Nazareth, and more. It's the music that shaped Mills' career, and continues to inspire generations.

Backed by her unstoppable live band, Mills delivers the raw energy, powerhouse vocals, and commanding stage presence that have made her one of Canada’s most iconic rock voices.

The trailer for True Story (above) has been viewed more than 10,000 times on YouTube. Mills' YouTube channel has more than 1,000 subscribers.

Tickets for True Story are limited at ticketseller.ca.

 



Roger Knox

About the Author: Roger Knox

I am a journalist with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. I started my career in radio and have spent the last 21 years working with Black Press Media.
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