Theo Fleury & the Death Valley Rebels entertained audience members at the Aud Theatre on May 26. Fleury’s old-time country music shares his life experiences in the style of music he listened to his grandfather, play as a child, Fleury’s deep voice, twangy guitar, and fiddler by his side bring his story to life.
Fleury’s openess and honesty empowers trauma survivors. He said in sharing his story he found purpose in helping others have a voice. Fleury’s goal to help others has been a truly amazing venture. He said over 600,000 people have come forward since 2009, at his first book signing for Playing With Fire, with two simple words, “Me too”.
Fleury talked about how all people experience some sort of trauma in their lives, and asking for help does not make a person weak, it makes them courageous. Fleury believes we are all on a life journey, and believes in taking negative life experiences and creating something positive from them.
He shared that the Dhali Llama is one of his idols, known as “The King of Compassion.” Fleury said that compassion, love, and kindness can end all war, all hate.
“If you’re feeling crappy about yourself, go help someone else..you will feel better,” said Fleury.
The concert was put on by Prairie West Recreation and Arts Mosaic, with the support of over 20 sponsors. All proceeds from the concert go towards arts and recreation programming for children and youth in southwest Manitoba.
