2018 - 2019 Tickets - $60 Members - $54 Under 19 - $30 MAKING GREATER FREDERICTON EVEN GREATER

Welcome to the 2018-19 Spotlight Series, our Inclusivity is one of our key values, and we want flagship program at the Playhouse, Fredericton’s everyone in the community to see the Playhouse first choice for live performance. This season as a place where they are welcome. That’s why I invite you to join us for an exciting lineup the offerings this season are so diverse. We truly featuring skilled artists from close to home, across have something for everyone, including classical, Canada, and the world over. contemporary and traditional performances in Our mission is to deliver programs, services music, theatre, comedy and dance. and facilities to provide our community with I would like to thank the people and enriching live performance experiences, and organizations that make this award-winning the Spotlight Series plays an important role in series possible. Our sponsors, donors (the Friends achieving that goal. We consider our organization of the Fredericton Playhouse), funders and other to be a cornerstone of our community, and we partners continue to be there for us, and for you, believe the performing arts experiences we the audience. provide help to enhance the lives of people living I hope you enjoy these performances as much as in the Greater Fredericton region. Personally, I like we enjoy presenting them to you. to think that we are helping make “the good life” even better for those that live here. Tim S. Yerxa Executive Director

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3 Thursday, October 4 Tomáš Kubínek Certified Lunatic and Master of the Impossible Tickets – Pay What You Will ∙ Tickets required

The one and only Tomáš Kubínek is a comic genius, virtuoso vaudevillian and all-around charmer who provides an utterly joyous experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. With appearances in over 30 countries and a professional career spanning three decades, Kubínek has won the hearts of thousands in theatres, opera houses, television specials, on Broadway, and at international festivals. Transcending categorization, his work leaves audiences clutching their sides with laughter.

Due to the focused nature of the program, please be advised this performance is not suitable for young children. kubinek.com

4 Thursday, October 11 Ailey II Troy Powell, Artistic Director Tickets - $40 Members - $36 Under 19 - $20

Featuring top up-and-coming dancers from the New York-based Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of America’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers. Founded in 1974, the company embodies founding choreographer Alvin Ailey’s pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. With Troy Powell at the helm, Ailey II continues to thrive as the artistic director brings a fresh dimension to the beloved company. alvinailey.org/about/ailey-ii

5 Sunday, October 14 Collectif9 with Architek Percussion My Backyard, Somewhere Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

Returning to the Playhouse after a hit performance in 2016, cutting-edge classical string band Collectif9 has joined forces with Architek Percussion, a Quebec- based experimental chamber quartet, for a new presentaion called My Backyard, Somewhere. Based on a bilingual poem commissioned from Montreal’s Kaie Kellough, the work reflects on Canadians’ malleable sense of belonging in a vast country, exploring boundaries, location, and a sense of belonging of people: our displaced sense of home, travelling to and from places that have home-like meaning to us, and the elements of communication (interpretation and misinterpretation) between people and places.

The music is a journey through the styles of five multidisciplinary and multi-genre composers from across Canada. Whether with lyricism, groove, exploratory textures, or pop culture technologies, the voices of the composers communicate with each In partnership with other, with the performers, and with the audience throughout the concert experience. en collaboration avec latitude45arts.com/my-backyard

6 Friday, October 26 Lloyd Spiegel Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

An artist at the forefront of Australia’s blues scene, Lloyd Spiegel is a rising star in North America. With nine albums, dozens of accolades and 26 years experience writing, performing and recording, Spiegel is considered a driving force in Australian blues, and one of the most respected guitarists in the country. He has toured the globe to perform at major festivals and iconic juke joints, and has supported the likes of Ray Charles, Bob Dylan and Etta James in concert. Spiegel’s unique history, command of his instrument, and powerful stage persona puts him at the cutting edge of blues music, reinventing the style to reach wider audiences, while also maintaining a close relationship with the foundations and traditions of the genre. lloydspiegel.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Australian Wine Tasting Friday, October 26 at 6 p.m. Corked Wine Bar, 83 Regent St. Ages 19+/Registration required/$35 ($32 Spotlight Member)

7 Saturday, October 27 Metropolis A special film screening with live orchestration featuring members of Symphony New Brunswick and Resonance Tickets - $26 Members - $23 Under 19 - $13

Symphony New Brunswick joins forces with New Brunswick-based experimental and new classical music company Resonance for this innovative performance. A nine-piece live orchestra performs an original score by New Brunswick composer Andrew Miller alongside the screening of the classic 1927 silent film Metropolis. This groundbreaking science-fiction film set in a futuristic urban dystopia remains relevant today, thanks to its commentary on technology and social change, and its striking imagery. The accompanying live score brings a new dimension to the film, which is still widely regarded as one of the greatest ever made. motionensemble.org symphonynb.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Pre-Show Talk with Andrew Miller Saturday, October 27 at 6 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse No charge/ No Registration

8 Friday, November 2 Fortunate Ones Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

Following their highly praised performance at the Playhouse in 2016, Fortunate Ones return in support of their new album Hold Fast, to be released in summer 2018. This Juno-nominated folk-pop duo has played more than 300 shows together since they formed five years ago. Throughout their meteoric rise, the Newfoundland-based duo has continued to astound audiences thanks to their wide-eyed energy, pragmatic optimism and an earnest mission for connection.

Hold Fast is rich with songs about the trials and tribulations we may face on our path to find a sense of home. It also celebrates friendships and partnerships, while calling on listeners to reflect, stay strong, and move forward. This is a duo whose humility and quiet dignity belies a roaring artistic heart, which has been captured beautifully on the yearning new album. In concert, Fortunate Ones brings these anthemic melodies to life with guitar, accordion, piano and percussion, celebrating the resilience of the human spirit with a seemingly effortless union of voices in harmony. fortunateones.ca

9 Wednesday, November 14 Blindside Featuring Stéphanie Morin-Robert Tickets – Pay What You Will · Tickets required

In a feat of riveting comedy, one-eyed storytelling champion Stéphanie Morin-Robert recounts her life as a feisty seven year old who wields her glass eye as a superpower. The one-woman play Blindside describes how a prospector’s recent diamond discovery forces his daughter, a young and sheltered cancer patient with a prosthetic eye, to change schools in the middle of Grade 3. While her family members are distracted by their luxurious new lifestyles, she struggles to find the confidence to face the tormenting bullies at her new school. With the help of her cat, a pair of sunglasses, and an undesirable superpower, she soon discovers she has what it takes to fight back and come to terms with her disability.

“Morin-Roberts’ greatest strength is that she makes you, the audience member, fall in love with her. She tells her story in an intoxicating way – bringing the audience to a crescendo of laughter, only to knock the wind out of your emotional sails and have you on the verge of tears.” - Theatre in London

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and mature themes or subject matter. stephaniemorinrobert.com/blindside

10 Thursday, November 15 Classic Albums Live performs Led Zeppelin: Houses of the Holy Tickets - $44 Members - $40 Under 19 - $22

A perennial Playhouse favourite, Classic Albums Live presents skilled musicians who recreate the greatest albums of the ’60s and ’70s live on stage – note for note, cut for cut. Don’t look for costumes and look-alike theatrics at these rock recitals, just pure musicianship and songs that shaped a generation.

Led Zeppelin’s fifth studio album Houses of the Holy was released in 1973. It was their first album composed of entirely original material, and it contains some of the band’s best known songs, including “The Song Remains the Same,” “The Rain Song” and “No Quarter.” The album represented a turning point for Led Zeppelin, featuring more layered guitar riffs and a departure from the blues influence heard on earlier albums. Houses of the Holy is a huge commercial success, and has been certified 11x platinum. classicalbumslive.com

11 Tuesday, December 4 The Celtic Tenors Christmas Tickets - $44 Members - $40 Under 19 - $22

The Celtic Tenors are a chart-topping, million-record-selling global phenomenon that has performed in major concert halls around the world, from New York, to Amsterdam, to Shanghai. These three world-class artists promise to deliver a sparkling performance, full of good humour and Irish charm. Featuring everything from classic carols like “O Holy Night,” to beloved Celtic holiday favourites, this beautiful blend of Irish roots, classical training, and polished, magnificent music is the must-see concert of the holiday season. celtic-tenors.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Irish Whiskey Tasting with Frank Scott Tuesday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse Ages 19+/Registration required / $35 ($32 Spotlight Members)

12 Friday, December 7 Tales of a Charlie Brown Christmas With the Jerry Granelli Trio Tickets - $36 Members - $33 Under 19 - $18

In 1965, world-class jazz musician Jerry Granelli, the newest member of the Vince Guaraldi Trio, was joined by Fred Marshall on bass in a San Francisco studio. Together, they recorded the soundtrack for a scrappy little animated Christmas special featuring the Peanuts gang. No one knew then that this recording would become the iconic soundtrack to the classic A Charlie Brown Christmas.

In recent years, Granelli was inspired by his grandchildren and the generations who grew up loving the Charlie Brown soundtrack to perform the music again. With his own new trio, he’s gone on to perform the classic and familiar piece of music in sold- out shows across Canada, giving grandparents and parents the chance to introduce a new generation to live jazz music. Granelli’s trio will share the stage with a local children’s choir to bring A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack to life. This show promises stories, music, and a wave of Christmas spirit. jerrygranelli.com

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13 Wednesday, December 19 A Christmas Time with The Ennis Sisters Tickets - $34 Members - $31 Under 19 - $17

With multiple accolades, including a Juno Award and multiple East Coast Music Awards, The Ennis Sisters are world-renowned celebrated songbirds. Comprised of three talented sisters, the Newfoundland-based trio is known for their buttery harmonies and voices as powerful as the Atlantic. This special holiday performance features a range of songs, from classic carols, to original tunes that evoke the spirit of a Newfoundland Christmas. theennissisters.com

14 Thursday, January 24 Gadfly Tickets - $28 Members - $25 Under 19 - $14

Gadfly focuses on studying, researching and creating movement at the junction where urban dance, jazz and contemporary styles collide and tune together. Artistic Directors Ofilio Portillo and Apolonia Velasquez merge art with entertainment in contemporary urban dancing, which breathes with a spontaneity found only in urban dance culture. Portillo and Velasquez are captivating dancers, maverick choreographers, and most of all passionate professionals. Collectively, they are committed to increasing the visibility of street dances and educating the masses about the importance of being a Gadfly: be unique, dare to question the established standards and innovate. gadfly.ca

EXPERIENCE MORE Urban Dance Workshop Tuesday, January 22 at 7 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse Registration required/$15 ($10 Spotlight Member) In partnership with

15 Thursday, January 31 Luke McMaster Ian Sherwood A Double Bill Concert Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

Formerly one half of Gold-selling Canadian duo McMaster & James, award-winning singer-songwriter Luke McMaster has shared the stage with the likes of Randy Bachman, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera and more. An in-demand songwriter with multiple credits and collaborations with such global superstars as Rihanna and soul music icons like Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals, McMaster’s first love has always been singing, performing and connecting with his audience. His diverse music ranges from pop and R&B to blue-eyed soul and jazz.

Halifax-based singer-songwriter Ian Sherwood is a rising star in Canada’s folk-pop scene. A musician, storyteller and constant creator, Sherwood has released five studio albums. His latest, Bring the Light, is chock-full of instantly appealing hooks and singable choruses, featuring his signature style of imaginative narrative lyrics. A Canadian Folk Music Award-winning artist, Sherwood’s live performance thrives on intimacy. From theatre shows to large festival stages across the UK, US and Canada, his persona is irresistible and completely destroys the fourth wall. lukemcmaster.com iansherwood.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Looping Workshop with Ian Sherwood Wednesday, January 30 at 7 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse In partnership with Registration required / $20 ($15 Spotlight Members)

16 Friday, February 1 James Mullinger Almost Canadian Tickets - $32 Members - $29 Under 19 - $16

Comedian James Mullinger has taken Canada by storm since moving to Saint John in 2014. He’s appeared on CBC’s The Debaters and has been nominated for both a Canadian Comedy Award and a Just for Laughs Award. He has sold out hundreds of venues across Canada, and produced three seasons of his own television series. A movie titled The Comedian’s Guide to Survival has been made about Mullinger’s life, and he was the subject of a CBC documentary called City on Fire, about his record-breaking sold-out show at Saint John’s Harbour Station in 2016. This marks his long-awaited debut solo standup performance at the Playhouse, and it promises to be a memorable one, full of brand new material as well as some classic material.

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and mature themes or subject matter. jamesmullinger.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Film Screening: The Comedian’s Guide To Survival Sunday, January 27 at 7 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse No charge/ No Registration In partnership with

17 Sunday, February 3 Steven Page with Symphony New Brunswick Conducted by Andy Creeggan Tickets - $66 Members - $61 Under 19 - $33

A former lead singer and songwriter with Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page is known for his dynamic, physically exuberant performances, his powerful tenor, quick wit, and an arsenal of songs that span the gamut between humour and pathos. Page and the band toured the world, selling out venues ranging from Madison Square Garden to the Royal Albert Hall; sold nearly 15 million albums and won numerous Juno awards as well as two Grammy nominations, and two Gemini awards for their work on Canadian television.

Page left the band in 2008 to pursue a solo and theatrical career, and has gone on to release several critically acclaimed albums. His latest release is 2016’s Heal Thyself, a record full of inventive and infectious pop arrangements, intertwined with thought-provoking lyrics. In this special show with Symphony New Brunswick, Page will perform both Barenaked Ladies hits, as well as his own original music, all accompanied by the orchestra. Symphony stevenpage.com New Brunswick symphonynb.com

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18 Saturday, February 9 Prisoner of Tehran Motus O Dance Theatre Tickets - $28 Members - $25 Under 19 - $14

Prisoner of Tehran is a synthesis of dance, theatre and storytelling, exploring themes of social justice, oppression and freedom. The show is a multidisciplinary performance, featuring a spoken word component by Marina Nemat, who describes the two years she spent as a political prisoner in Iran as a teenager. The performance is based on her bestselling memoir, Prisoner of Tehran.

Motus O Dance Theatre, under the artistic direction of James and Cynthia Croker and Jack Langenhuizen, creates and performs works that have inspired and engaged communities of all ages and backgrounds. With 21 full-length productions, Motus O has been touring Canada, the US, England and Australia since 1990.

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and mature themes or subject matter. motuso.com

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19 Saturday, March 2 Saturday, March 2 Thank You For Being a Friend The Ultimate Golden Girls Experience! A Joseph Patrick Presentation Tickets - $36 Members - $33 Under 19 - $18

Delivering all the classic dialogue, razor sharp gags and taboo-breaking stories of the classic television show – Thank You for Being a Friend is the Golden Girls performed with (yes) puppets. Prepare for an evening of laughter, spectacular put-downs and familiar friends as Dorothy, Sophia, Rose and Blanche reunite for this lovingly hilarious live tribute show. This performance will have diehard fans, as well as newbies rolling in the aisles with laughter, thanks to the timeless brilliance of The Golden Girls.

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and mature themes or subject matter. It is intended for mature audiences. thankyouforbeingafriend.com.au

20 Saturday, March 9 Friday, March 8 Huff Produced by Ryan Cunningham Written and performed by Cliff Cardinal Directed by Karin Randoja Tickets - $28 Members - $25 Under 19 - $14

Written by and starring Dora Award-winning playwright Cliff Cardinal and produced by Native Earth Performing Arts, Huff is the wrenching yet comic tale of Wind and his brothers, caught in a torrent of solvent abuse and struggling to cope with the death of their mother. Wind’s fantastic dream world bleeds into his haunting reality as he’s preyed on by the Trickster through the hallways at school, the abandoned motel he loves more than home, and his own fragile psyche. With his signature biting humour and raw, vivid imagery, Cardinal expertly portrays over a dozen characters in his captivating solo performance.

Presented in our intimate backstage studio space.

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and is intended for mature audiences. nativeearth.ca/huff

21 Wednesday, March 13 Justin Flom, Magician Tickets - $36 Members - $33 Under 19 - $18

Minnesota-born, Las Vegas-based magician Justin Flom captivates audiences everywhere he goes. Born into a family of magicians, Justin has toured throughout North America, and has created magic for stars like Lady Antebellum, John Legend, Nick Jonas and more. He performs fascinating magic using simple items like cards, Coke cans, Life Savers and dollar bills, and videos of his tricks have led to a huge online following. Justin truly has the ability to entertain anyone, anywhere! justinflom.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Meet the Magician Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse Registration required/$15 ($10 Spotlight Member)

22 Friday, March 15 Royal Wood Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Royal Wood has established himself as a true musical talent. He is continuously evolving and honing his musical craft – maintaining an unmistakable identity while uncovering and reinventing his sound. The two-time Juno Award-nominated artist released his latest album, California Nights, in April of 2018. Inspired by both loss and love, the songs on this record are an ode to the classic styles of Tin Pan Alley and Laurel Canyon. royalwood.ca

23 Saturday, March 23 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra Anne Mason, Music Director With special guest Ariel Barnes Tickets - $32 Members - $29 Under 19 - $16

The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra has toured widely, commissions often, embraces a diverse repertoire, and collaborates regularly with the world’s leading soloists, from James Ehnes to Marc-André Hamelin. Boasting a roster of some of the finest orchestral musicians in Canada, the orchestra has received praise everywhere it goes – across Canada, throughout the United States, and all around the world.

Under the direction of Conductor Anne Manson, the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra has received numerous commissions and recorded multiple Juno-nominated albums, including So Much to Tell with New Brunswick- born soprano Measha Brueggergosman. Their Playhouse concert features Haydn’s Symphony No.45 and Mozart’s Symphony No.29, as well as a premiere of a violin concerto by JUNO award winner Vivian Fung whose music is celebrated for integrating non-Western folk music, Tibetan chant, and Brazilian rhythms themco.ca

24 Thursday, April 4 Classic Albums Live performs Queen: A Night at the Opera Tickets - $42 Members - $38 Under 19 - $21

A perennial Playhouse favourite, Classic Albums Live presents skilled musicians who recreate the greatest albums of the ’60s and ’70s live on stage – note for note, cut for cut. Don’t look for costumes and look-alike theatrics at these rock recitals, just pure musicianship and songs that shaped a generation.

Released in 1975, A Night at the Opera is Queen’s fourth studio album. This record features a variety of styles, including ballads, music hall-style songs, hard rock tracks and progressive rock influences. A Night at the Opera includes hit singles like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “You’re My Best Friend.” It sold more than six million copies worldwide, and is widely considered by music critics to be one of the greatest albums of all time. classicalbums.com

25 Thursday, April 11 Diyet & the Love Soldiers Tickets – Pay What You Will ∙ Tickets required

Trio Diyet & the Love Soldiers performs alternative folk, roots, country and traditional Aboriginal music with melodies and stories deeply rooted in an Indigenous world view and northern life. The band is led by Diyet, a musician who was raised in the Kulane region of Yukon, and embodies her Southern Tutchone, Japanese, Tlingit and Scottish roots with a musical presence that is equally diverse and unique.

Diyet’s live performance provides an intimate and uplifting experience as she invites her guests into a soundscape of rhythm, melody and storytelling. With a resonant voice that captures the spirit of the north, Diyet is a contemporary artist whose music leaves listeners with a sense of hope and possibility. Her lyrics paint a vivid picture of her home and travels, and touch upon the happy and heartbreaking things that happen in her world, exposing her interpretation of a northern reality: hard, raw and capable of breaking you, but at the same time always beautiful, gentle, strange and intensely alive. diyetmusic.com

26 Friday, April 12 God is a Scottish Drag Queen Mike Delamont Tickets - $28 Members - $25 Under 19 - $14

Imagine God, dressed in a floral power suit, comes down to Earth to skewer everything from Justin Bieber to the Pope. That’s the premise behind award-winning Canadian comedian Mike Delamont’s show, God is a Scottish Drag Queen. This unforgettable two-act comedy of biblical proportions has won more than 18 “best of festival” awards, and has broken ticket sales records across the continent.

Delamont has had a meteoric rise to fame since beginning his stand-up career in 2011. He has performed at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York, and the world-famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles. He has been nominated for three Canadian Comedy Awards, and has appeared on CBC’s The Debaters and on Just for Laughs.

Please be advised this performance contains frequent use of strong language and contains mature themes or subject matter. mikedelamont.com

27 Wednesday, April 17 Canada’s Ballet Jörgen Coppélia Tickets - $38 Members - $35 Under 19 - $19

Coppélia is one of the world’s oldest surviving ballets and is the best known and most performed comedic ballet. It is a daring, bold and funny story that takes us into the mysterious mind of Dr. Coppélius, a lonely and disillusioned toy maker who wishes he could bring his dolls to life to find his perfect bride. This comedy with love is told through vibrant choreography. Emotional and captivating, it is one of the best balletic representations of fantastical storytelling the world over.

Founded in 1987 by classically trained ballet dancer Bengt Jörgen, Canada’s Ballet Jörgen aims to make ballet accessible and relevant to 21st century audiences. The company tours across Canada and the United States every year, reaching close to 60,000 audience members annually. canadasballetjorgen.ca

EXPERIENCE MORE Beer and Ballet Wednesday, April 17 at 5:30 p.m. Fredericton Playhouse Ages 19+/Registration required/$25 ($22 Spotlight Member)

28 Thursday, April 18 Leahy Tickets - $42 Members - $38 Under 19 - $21

Over the course of their notable career, Canadian family band Leahy has secured a place as one of the country’s most highly regarded progressive folk-roots bands. The three-time Juno-winning group combines piano, guitar, fiddle and strong vocals with pulse-raising rhythms, compelling storytelling and infectious melodies for an unforgettable live show. This performance will be full of energy, big sound, poignant songs, fiery instrumentals and percussive step dancing, all delivered with unapologetic passion. theleahys.ca

29 Saturday, May 11 Chase Padgett Nashville Hurricane Written by Chase Padgett & Jay Hopkins Tickets - $30 Members - $27 Under 19 - $15

Following up on his wildly successful performance of 6 Guitars in 2016, skilled musician and actor Chase Padgett returns with a riveting new show. Nashville Hurricane is a curious tale of fingerpickin’ fury, following the story of a mysterious acoustic guitarist who appeared out of nowhere 40 years ago, conquered the music industry and then vanished without a trace.

Padgett transforms into a manager, a mother, a mentor, and the guitar prodigy himself as each character tells their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best guitar player you’ve never heard of: the Nashville Hurricane. The stories and songs unfold into hilarious rants on love and music, a compelling tale involving the dark side of show biz, and blazing guitar work you’re sure to rave about. chasepadgett.com

EXPERIENCE MORE Southern Soul Food Dining Experience Saturday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m. Crowne Plaza Fredericton Hotel Tickets required/$35 ($32 Spotlight Members)

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Wednesday, October 24 and Thursday, October 25 Evil Dead The Musical Tickets - $56 Members - $51 Students - $42 Splatter Zone: Tickets - $66 Members - $61 Students- $52

Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic Evil Dead film series and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time. The musical has become a cult sensation of its own, playing off-Broadway, breaking attendance records in Toronto, and leading to more than 200 productions mounted around the globe. This is a laugh-out-loud performance that will be enjoyed by both fans of the series and those who have never seen it before. With its combination of jokes, cheesy effects, blood, and truly impressive musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

Evil Dead The Musical follows five college students who visit an abandoned cabin in the woods and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them into demons. It’s up to our hero Ash and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies; limbs are dismembered; demons tell bad jokes – all set to a soundtrack of off-the-wall songs!

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language and mature themes or subject matter. It is intended for mature audiences. evildeadthemusical.com

31 Friday, December 28 | 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Snow White DuffleBag Theatre Tickets – Pay What You Will · Tickets required Designed to capture the imaginations of children, the Fredericton Playhouse’s This holiday season, DuffleBag Theatre brings the classic story of Snow White to life, with lots of hilarious Kidstage Series is the perfect way to twists along the way! DuffleBag’s fractured fairy tales are an annual favourite, full of spontaneous fun and introduce young audiences to the magic audience involvement. of performing arts. Featuring three dufflebag.com theatrical performances, the Kidstage Series allows families to create lasting memories that children will treasure for years to come.

This season, the Playhouse is thrilled to offer Pay What You Will pricing on all three Kidstage shows.

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Series Partner 32 Sunday, February 24 | 2 p.m Sunday, May 5 | 2 p.m. Circus Incognitus Sharon & Bram Jamie Adkins Tickets – Pay What You Will · Tickets required Tickets – Pay What You Will · Tickets required Since 1978, Sharon Hampson and Bram Morrison have been preeminent in all Jamie Adkins is an eclectic clown, juggler, balancing artist and poet who aspects of family entertainment across North America as members of the trio dazzles audiences with his unique range of talents. In Circus Incognitus, Adkins Sharon, Lois & Bram. A Sharon & Bram concert is a sing-along concert featuring negotiates a precarious slack wire and juggles almost everything imaginable, such well-known favourites as “She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain,” “Five Little taking the audience along his poetic journey with sidesplitting wit. Monkeys,” and, of course, “Skinnamarink.” jamieadkins.com sharonandbram.com

MISSING SPONSOR 33 Symphony PARTNERS New Brunswick English Elegance October 16 NEW BRUNSWICK Country Showcase Homage Ghosts of Violence November 13 October 17

Messiah Don Juan December 18 February 14 Come Down From Up River Carnival: The Family Show November 8 – 10 December 8 March 16 (10:30am) Figaro May 4 The Lion, The Witch and The April 13 Jeans and Classics: The Abba Show Wardrobe April 16 December 13 – 15 Pictures of Perfection May 28

Visit www.theplayhouse.ca for regular and discounted ticket prices. Special Spotlight Member prices can be found on the order form in this guide. 34 Tickets All prices subject to 15% HST By Phone (506) 458-8344 or 1-866-884-5800 In Person 686 Queen Street Online www.theplayhouse.ca Showtimes unless otherwise indicated, all performances begin at 7:30pm

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Tomáš Kubínek October 4 James Mullinger February 1 Ailey II October 11 Steven Page with Symphony New Brunswick February 3 Collectif9 with Architek Percussion October 14 Prisoner of Tehran February 9 SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Evil Dead the Musical October 24/25 Thank You For Being a Friend March 2 Lloyd Spiegel October 26 Huff March 8 Metropolis October 27 Justin Flom, Magician March 13 Fortunate Ones November 2 Royal Wood March 15 Blindside November 14 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra March 23 CAL performs Led Zeppelin: Houses of the Holy November 15 CAL performs Queen: A Night at the Opera April 4 The Celtic Tenors December 4 Diyet & the Love Soldiers April 11 Tales of a Charlie Brown Christmas December 7 God is a Scottish Drag Queen April 12 A Christmas Time with The Ennis Sisters December 19 Canada’s Ballet Jörgen April 17 Gadfly January 24 Leahy April 18 Luke McMaster & Ian Sherwood January 31 Nashville Hurricane May 11

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