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13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 1 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 2 Welcome to the Flato Markham Theatre – one of Canada’s premier theatre houses – and an incredible performance line-up for 2013/2014. The City of Markham’s cultural mandate is to enhance and promote artistic and cultural expressions, to share diverse experiences, and to engage people through culture. We are thrilled to be offering once again an impressive array of world-class live theatre, concerts, comedy shows and family entertainment from Canadian talent as well as performers and productions from China, Korea, India, Russia, Ireland, Hungary, England, Austria, South America, Canada and the United States of America. We welcome the world to our stage. With over 300 shows of every type and style, our line-up will showcase and celebrate our community’s cultural diversity and interests. We invite residents and visitors to come together to learn, connect, share and enjoy. I am proud that Markham is leading the way in offering vibrant experiences through artistic and cultural excellence that engages our community, including our Discovery Program that opens theatre experiences to youths. My enthusiastic applause goes to all those who contribute to our theatre’s 29 years of incredible success – our professional staff, supportive Council, cultural partners, generous sponsors, involved residents, amazing performers and all those who enjoy the performances. We can all be proud of this outstanding theatre and the opportunity to enjoy world-class performances right here at home. Frank Scarpitti, Mayor FOOTPRINTS. Welcome to Flato Markham Theatre Diamond Series | Season 2013-14, your preferred entertainment space featuring brilliant performances. The 2013-14 program is unmatched in offering a mix of world class artists that have already left a profound footprint in the world of entertainment. Along with these epic artists and productions, we offer you a dazzling line-up with today’s most gifted award-winning artists who continue to offer stunning artistry and success, the path of their footprint is already firmly planted with impressive careers. Our Diamond Series is exclusive in diversity and variety with over 70 performances including emerging stars… footprints in the making. This year offers Markham Debuts, Exclusive Canadian & Ontario Performances, an Original Broadway Production – all in our intimate 530-seat entertainment venue PLUS the most flexible and economical pricing options offered in the GTA. Our promise is simple. Expect the Best. See you at the Theatre! Eric Lariviere, General Manager 3 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 4 Wednesday October 23, 8 p.m. With over 10 million records sold along with a Grammy and multiple accolades, Gino Vannelli is known for such hits as “I Just Wanna Stop”, “Wheels of Life”, “Appaloosa”, “Black Cars” and “Wild Horses” captivating fans around the world. This singer-songwriter’s concert is sure to sell out fast. PRIME $84, REGULAR $79 5 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 6 SAMPRADAYA Dance Creations, Canada’s award-winning South Asian dance company, tours Canada with TAJ – a commission of the 2011 Luminato Festival. After four sold-out nights at the 2011 Luminato Festival, TAJ goes on the road on a 12-city tour of EXCLUSIVE GTA PERFORMANCE Canada.TAJ is a spectacular production starring renowned Bollywood actor Kabir Bedi and Canada’s Wednesday November 6, 8 p.m. stunning Lisa Ray, supported by an international creative team of award winning artists and dancers. With a unique vocal style, Al Jarreau is the only vocalist in history to net Grammy Awards in three Friday November 1, 8 p.m. Celebrated through poetry, music, dance and different categories: jazz, pop, and R&B respectively. multi-media, Artistic Director, Lata Pada takes you Known for his innovative musical expressions, to 17th Century Mughal India, TAJ is a unique making him one of the most exciting and celebrated Canada India collaboration that tells a deeply artists in the world. With multiple awards Jarreau evocative story of an era filled with grandeur, has even been honored with a star on the fabled ambition, love and revenge. Hollywood Walk of Fame. PRIME $64, REGULAR $59 Seven-time Grammy®-winner Al Jarreau’s smooth jazz vocals made classics of “We’re in This Love Together,” “Moonlighting,” “Breakin’ Away” and “After All.” PRIME $109, REGULAR $99 6 7 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 8 with Luke McMaster Wednesday January 29, 8 p.m. With more than thirty years of experience and an alumnus of “Saturday Night Live” and Chicago’s famed Second City, Jim Belushi is known for his starring role on the ABC hit comedy “According to Jim.” After Tuesday January 28, 8 p.m. wrapping 182 episodes as star, executive producer, In one spectacular concert, Jim Brickman music composer and director, this family favorite series weaves together dazzling solo piano, vibrant has been in syndication since 2007. A favourite of film, vocals, warmth, and humor. His signature television and stage audiences, Belushi is one of the style has brought him six Gold and Platinum great leading character actors equally at home in drama albums, 30 charted adult radio hits, and two and comedy, and a gifted performer who can also hold Grammy nominations. Jim will delight the a room as front man of a rhythm and blues band. audience with fan favorites including “If You Accompanying Belushi are Robert Belushi, Larry Joe Believe” and “Angel Eyes”, love songs like Campbell, Jon Barinholtz, and Brad Morris, all of whom “Valentine”, “The Gift” and “Without You in are classically trained professional improvisers My Life” plus songs from his latest CD Believe. who tour regularly nationwide. PRIME $59, REGULAR $54 PRIME $84, REGULAR $79 *Supporting cast may be subject to availability. Recommended for Mature Audiences. “We are not stand-up comedians. Our show is not a passive, sitback-and-watch experience. Most of the fun we have on stage comes from our inclusion of the audience – we get suggestions from them to begin each scene we perform, and in certain instances, bring them on stage with us to add to our performance. It’s less a ‘show and more a party. At least it feels like one to me. This group of actors brings me right back to how I started out in comedy maybe that’s why we have so much fun doing it.” ~ Jim Belushi 8 9 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 10 Thursday December 12, 8 p.m. Sponsor: Broadway, Christmas & Beyond is truly a magical evening that only the iconic Colm Wilkinson could create. Tony, Drama Desk, and Olivier nominated, Helen Hayes and Theatre Award winning performer Colm Wilkinson, one of theatre’s most beloved voices, brings his astonishing vocal gift to the stage for an evening of unsurpassed entertainment that will leave you tapping your toes and singing along. Celebrate Christmas Classics, a Broadway legend, and the music that inspires him, bringing audiences to its feet over and over again. PRIME $74, REGULAR $69 Wednesday March 5 & Thursday March 6, 8 p.m. Saturday December 21, Four women at a lingerie sale with nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what Get carried away by the masterful millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years! fiddle playing and, of course, the step PRIME $84, REGULAR $79, DIAMOND 4-PAK $199 *Limited time offer until August 31, 2013 dancing as only Leahy can perform. Leahy is a Canadian powerhouse of eight musical brothers and sisters. Now with grown children the Leahy Family Christmas showcases a new generation filled with incredible musical talent. With worldwide sales of over half a million copies for three acclaimed CDs— Leahy, Lakefield, and In All Things, this show promises the full spectrum of holiday music from best-loved carols and tunes to fiery Celtic jigs and medleys. PRIME $64, REGULAR $59 Friday March 7, 8 p.m. Friday April 4, 8 p.m. Saturday March 8, 2 p.m. Back by popular demand, the Just for Laughs The Royal Moscow Ballet brings its masterful Road Show heads back to Ontario for another production of Sleeping Beauty to Canada for an round of laughs featuring, as always, a great exclusive Markham debut! collection of some of the best comics who have performed at the world’s largest and With its exquisite artistry, opulent sets, dazzling most prestigious comedy festival. Every year costumes and international ballet stars, Sleeping this show is one of the first to sell out! Beauty will instantly win its way into hearts of all Get your tickets early! ages. This truly is the opportunity to bask in the greatness and the glory of the grand ballet genre at PRIME $59, REGULAR $54 its absolute most sublime! Music: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. PRIME $69, REGULAR $64 ENCORE! PRIME* REGULAR* STUDENT (17 & under) $39 Anatoly Emelianov, See all 3 Shows and SAVE 40% $123 $114 DIAMOND 4-PAK* (2 p.m. Matinee only) $150 Artistic Director ~ OR ~ Create-Your-Own Entertainment Package from our entire Season Regular: $197 Regular: $182 *(Minimum 1 child 17 & under) Choreography: See the order form for complete details on savings from 15% - 25% Marius Petipa, Lev Ivanov, * Price includes HST and handling fee 10 Anatoly Emelianov 11 13.14Brochure_Spreads.FINAL_HiRes_Layout 1 4/24/13 4:11 PM Page 12 Thursday November 21, 8 p.m.