COWICHAN CENTRE FALL WINTER 2019/20 Photo: Johanna Vanderpol
cowichanpac.ca 250.746.CPAC (2722) 2687 James St. Duncan Welcome Welcome to our 40th anniversary season! In February 1979, the (then named) Cowichan Theatre, held its first performance. Vancouver Island had never seen such a well- planned, spacious venue with wide rows of seats and plenty of legroom, generous dressing rooms for performers and the largest stage in BC next to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver. The biggest names in music and theatre have graced this stage since then: Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah McLachlan, k.d. lang, Diana Krall, Gordon Lightfoot, the Barenaked Ladies and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet to name a few. Forty years later, the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) continues to host some of the biggest names in entertainment world-wide and is one of the busiest theatres in western Canada earning an esteemed reputation of a destination theatre. This fall you will see a refreshed interior with new carpet and paint and we even have a new phone number 250.746.CPAC (2722). Check out our fall/winter line-up of fan favourites and buy your tickets early because many of these shows will sell out fast! For season ticket deals and advance ticket buying opportunities, subscribe to our email list from our website at cowichanpac.ca or sign-up via our Facebook page @CowichanPAC. I'll save you a seat!
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Cowichan Ticket Centre Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 6:00pm, Saturday: 9:30am to 5:00pm Closed Sundays and Statutory Holidays On performance days – open 1 hour before and 1/2 hour after performance begins. Series Tickets Dance Series: $65 - includes Ballet Rocks and Anne of Green Gables The Ballet™ Guitar Series: $68 – includes California Guitar Trio + Montreal Guitar Trio, and International Guitar Night Arts Club on Tour Series: $68 - includes Bed & Breakfast and Kim’s Convenience Cabaret Series: $55 – includes Kim Churchill and Laila Biali The Met Opera Live in HD Fall/Winter 2019-20 Season Ticket Packages: Full Season Package - Purchase all shows – save $4 per show and receive 2 free guest passes 5-Show Package - Purchase 5 shows – save $2.50 per show and receive 1 free guest pass 3-Show Package - Purchase 3 shows - save $1 per show and receive 1 free guest pass *not available for eyeGO tickets and guest passes cannot be applied to purchase price. eyeGO to the Arts Tickets The Cowichan Performing Arts Centre is committed to providing access to the performing arts for high school students (Grades 8 – 12 with a valid student ID card) who want to experience the best that live arts has to offer. $5 tickets can be purchased to a variety of shows including live theatre, music, dance, HD cinema and more. For a complete list of performances included in the eyeGO to the Arts program and how to purchase tickets, visit cowichanpac.ca
COWICHANPAC.CA 1 2019-2020 Fall/Winter
CPAC PRESENTS IN BLACK | RENTAL PRESENTS IN BLUE SEPTEMBER 2019 6 The Beatles Meet Elvis | Rock ‘n’ Roll tribute...... n/a 21 PIGS: Canada’s Pink Floyd | In The Flesh Tour 2019...... 25 26 Michael Kaeshammer | Boogie-woogie jazz pianist...... 8 29 Ron James | Full Throttle Tour...... n/a 30 The Wife | Reel Alternatives...... 24
OCTOBER 2019 2 The Magic of the Six Mountain Forests Public Assembly...... n/a 4 Victoria Symphony | Stefan Jackiw, violin...... 25 5 God is a Scottish Drag Queen: Part 3 Starring comedian Mike Delamont...... 9 6 Relive the Music 50’s & 60’s Rock n’ Roll...... 26 7 Noteworthy Concerts: Classical Music Series Canadian Piano Quartet...... 6 12 Turandot | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 16 Burton Cummings | Up Close and Alone Tour...... 10 17 California Guitar Trio + Montreal Guitar Trio A unique six-by-six string performance...... 11 20 DakhaBrakha | Ukrainian world-music quartet...... 12 24 Ballet Rocks | Ballet Victoria...... 13 26 Manon | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 27 Dreams with Rod & The Mods Fleetwood Mac and Rod Stewart tribute...... 27 28 Shoplifters (Subtitled) | Reel Alternatives...... 24
NOVEMBER 2019 2 Highland Dance Competition...... n/a 3 Maria Manna and the Island Big Band An Unforgettable tribute to Natalie Cole...... 26 8 Bed & Breakfast | Arts Club on Tour...... 14 9 Madama Butterfly | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 14 Hotel California | The Original Tribute to the Eagles...... 15 16 Victoria Symphony | Terrance Tam, violin...... 25 17 Kim Churchill | Cabaret Series...... 7
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23 Akhnaten | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 23 Lee Harvey Osmond | Music and Stories...... 28 25 Falls Around Her | Reel Alternatives...... 24 26 Serena Ryder | Christmas Kisses Tour...... 16 28 Louisiana Hayride Christmas Show Country music show tribute...... 28 30 Holiday Magic! | Celtic Rhythm Dancers and Summit Dance School...... 29
DECEMBER 2019 1 Noteworthy Concerts: Classical Music Series Benjamin Butterfield, tenor...... 6 7 The Nutcracker | Royal City Youth Ballet...... 17 8 Winter Harp | Medieval Celtic music concert...... 18 14 A Wonderheads Christmas Carol...... 19 15 The Magic Flute | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 16 TIFF Film TBA | Reel Alternatives...... n/a 21 Holly Jolly Christmas Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll tribute concert...... 27
JANUARY 2020 11 Wozzeck | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5 14 Snowed In Comedy Tour...... 29 20 TIFF Film TBA | Reel Alternatives...... n/a 23 International Guitar Night | With guest host Mike Dawes...20 31 - Feb 2 Mamma Mia | Cowichan Musical Society ...... 30
FEBRUARY 2020 3 Noteworthy Concerts: Classical Music Series Jasper Wood, violin...... 6 5 Adagé Studio | Winter Highlights...... 31 7 Anne of Green Gables The Ballet® | Canada’s Ballet Jörgen.... 21 8 Abba and The Bee Gees | Music tribute...... 30 11 - Mar 2 Cowichan Music Festival...... 31 13 Laila Biali | Cabaret Series...... 7 24 TIFF Film TBA | Reel Alternatives...... n/a 29 Porgy and Bess | Met Opera Live in HD...... 4/5
COWICHANPAC.CA 3 COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE SERIES The Met: Live in HD Spend your Saturday mornings with the world’s greatest opera stars. The Met Opera’s award-winning series of HD cinematic simulcasts features ten beloved works broadcast from New York City in a spectacular cinematic experience using our state-of-the- art HD projector.
FALL 2019 SCHEDULE Oct 12 9:55am Turandot Oct 26 9:55am Manon Nov 9 9:55am Madama Butterfly
Nov 23 9:55am MET PREMIERE Akhnaten Dec 15 9:55am The Magic Flute
WINTER/SPRING 2020 SCHEDULE Jan 11 9:55am NEW PRODUCTION Wozzeck
Feb 29 9:55am NEW PRODUCTION Porgy and Bess
Mar 21 9:55am MET PREMIERE Agrippina Apr 11 9:55am Tosca
May 2 9:55am NEW PRODUCTION Der Fliegende Holländer May 16 9:55am Maria Stuarda
Individual Ticket Prices Tickets $28 / Senior $26 / eyeGO $5
The Met Opera Live in HD 2019/2020 Season Ticket Packages • Full Season Ticket Package: Purchase all shows - save $4 per show and receive 2 free guest passes • 5-Show Ticket Package: Purchase 5 shows - save $2.50 per show and receive 1 free guest pass • 3-Show Ticket Package: Purchase 3 shows - save $1 per show and receive 1 free guest pass *not available for eyeGO tickets.
4 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) Puccini 3hrs 22mins Massanet 4hrs 12mins TURANDOT MANON Nina Stemme stars in this breathtaking Bright lights, lavish parties and production of Puccini’s final opera the height of fashion at every turn. featuring Nessum Dorna, the most Massenet’s bright, sensual opera, set in famous aria ever written. A majestic 18th century France follows Manon, the tale of a forlorn love triangle between irresistible title character, who yearns the icy Chinese princess who has for the finer things in life. It’s a tragic renounced all men, the prince who story of desperate love where young eventually wins her love and the faithful lovers tangle with the toast of Paris, slave girl who gives her life to save him. inviting dangerous consequences. Sat, Oct. 12 / 9:55am Sat, Oct. 26 / 9:55am
Puccini 3hrs 32mins Glass 3hrs 56mins MADAMA BUTTERFLY AKHNATEN Puccini’s most beloved opera is a grand The last of Glass’s trilogy, this opera on a grand scale. A timeless tale extraordinary work uses ancient of honour, love and selfless devotion, texts sung in Egyptian, Hebrew and this luminescent Met production Akkadian. It explores the life of the embraces the delicate beauty and 18th-Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh poignant anguish of a young girl Akhnaten who fathered a new religion. desperately in love. With sumptuously A transcendent and moving spectacle, detailed costumes and scenery swathed it is intricately crafted with elaborate in dazzling colour, Madama Butterfly is costumes, an evocative set and a a perennial audience favorite. mesmerizing score. Sat, Nov. 9 / 9:55am Sat, Nov. 23 / 9:55am
Mozart 1hr 42mins Berg 1hr 57mins THE MAGIC FLUTE WOZZECK Mozart’s delightful fairy tale returns in Berg’s masterpiece is a powerful the Met’s abridged, English-language opera of intense, raw emotion with a version for families. Its perfect for profoundly dramatic story. Set in an younger audiences with a running apocalyptic pre–World War I, Wozzeck, time of less than two hours. Lothar berated by his captain and overcome Koenigs conducts a dynamic cast of by jealousy, tries to make sense of his standout Mozarteans in Julie Taymor’s fragmented, dreamlike mental state magical production, an enduring Met with devastating results. Featuring a classic with its eye-popping puppetry commanding cast, this opera will shake and stunning visuals. its audience to the core. Sun, Dec. 15 / 9:55am (Encore) Sat, Jan. 11 / 9:55am
COWICHANPAC.CA 5 COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE SERIES Noteworthy Concerts Classical Music Series
Monday, Oct 7 / 10:30am Canadian Piano Quartet, Bergmann Piano Duo & Duo Turgeon - Pianopoly ......
Sunday, Dec 1 / 2pm Benjamin Butterfield, tenor – Wintersong ......
Monday, Feb 3 / 10:30am Jasper Wood, violin – The Red Violin ......
Monday, Apr 6 / 10:30am Jose Franch-Ballester, clarinet – Clarinetastik!
“Love these concerts! We are so lucky to have this wonderful series with such amazing performers.” - Series Patron
The Bergmann Piano Duo are back to host our classical music series Noteworthy Concerts. Join Elizabeth and Marcel Bergmann in our intimate setting with on-stage seating as they perform with world-renowned classical musicians.special performance with internationally-renowned musicians.
Tickets $28 / Elder College $26 / eyeGO $5 Four-concert Series $89
6 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE SERIES Cabaret Series Our popular Cabaret Series returns for a third season transforming our stage into the coolest place in Cowichan to catch live music. Seating is limited.
Kim Churchill
“It’s easy to get hypnotized by his hands as they dance all over his guitar” – The Georgia Straight
Sunday, November 17 / 7:30pm
Kim Churchill’s style is explosive, with intricate fingerpicking and percussive beats intertwined with powerful harmonica melodies and a soulful voice. This Aussie-born’s, roots-rock music reflects his deep-seeded connection to the sea and a harmonious bond with nature drawing you into every song with his remarkable vocal range and hypotonic finger-style. Tickets $32 / Two-concert Series $55
Laila Biali 2019 JUNO Award-Winner for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year and host of Saturday Night Jazz on CBC
Thursday, February 13 7:30pm
Laila Biali is back by popular demand to round out the third season of the Cabaret Series with an eclectic and energetic performance. A culmination of impassioned piano riffs and her signature vocals gives way to an edgy and sophisticated jazz-pop sound that moves effortlessly between her keen jazz sensibility and the strong rhythm and groove of her pop and funk-oriented material. Tickets $35 / Two-concert Series $55
COWICHANPAC.CA 7 COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS Michael Kaeshammer Thursday, September 26 / 7:30pm
"One of the best jazz pianists in Canada – right up there with Diana Krall, David Braid and Oliver Jones." – CBC Music Two-time JUNO Award winning pianist Michael Kaeshammer brings his infectious personality and incredible jazz and boogie-woogie performance to the stage for an evening that will take you on a memorable journey. Join Michael for a high-energy concert and find out for yourself why his live shows are amongst the most engaging and entertaining that you will ever see.
Tickets $36 / eyeGO $5
8 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS
Saturday, October 5 / 7:30pm
"5 out of 5 stars!" – Edmonton Journal “We just can’t get enough of the almighty.” – Orlando Sentinel
The third and final installment,God is a Scottish Drag Queen, Part 3, features multi award-winning comedian, Mike Delamont, playing one of the world’s most famous deities. This all-new chapter is sure to have you in side-splitting laughter as Delamont's portrayal of God lets off some steam about what humans have and have not been doing ... no one is off the hook!
Contains coarse language. Suitable for 14+.
Tickets $32
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Wednesday, October 16 / 7:30pm
“Seeing Burton Cummings live should be on every Canadian’s bucket list!” – Winnipeg Free Press Canadian rock legend, Burton Cummings, is back in Cowichan with his Up Close and Alone Tour. Considered rock-music royalty, Cummings remains at the top of his game as an unrivaled singer, songwriter and recording artist with musical creations that continue to resonate with adoring fans both old and new. With an unprecedented string of international hits and albums including These Eyes, Laughing, No Time, American Woman, Share The Land, Hang On To Your Life, Albert Flasher, Sour Suite, Orly, Glamour Boy, Star Baby, Clap For The Wolfman, and Dancin’ Fool, his voice is considered to be one of the finest in rock music. Tickets $77.50
10 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS California Guitar Trio + Montreal Guitar Trio
Thursday, October 17 / 7:30pm
“This wasn’t your average classical guitar concert, it was a mind blowing concert experience. These are great musicians that are cutting a new musical genre.” – Ottawa Life Magazine
An incredible evening of guitar, the California Guitar Trio (CGT) and Montreal Guitar Trio (MG3) fuse over 40 years of combined experience into a unique six by six-string “phenom-ensemble” as CGT’s steel string-guitars seamlessly blend with the MG3’s nylon-stringed guitars.
With music from Queen, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Rush and original arrangements from MG3 and CGT, you’ll be amazed by the brilliant, singular sound created by these six virtuoso guitarists that fearlessly crisscross genres and styles intersecting between rock, jazz, classical and world music.
Tickets $36 / eyeGO $5 Guitar Series $68 (with International Guitar Night)
COWICHANPAC.CA 11 COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS DakhaBrakha Sunday, October 20 / 7:30pm
“The music has its own distinct perspective with edgy, eerie harmony vocals and spiraling instrumentals that shift between indie-pop, rap and Ukranian folk.” - NY Times DakhaBrakha returns with a mesmerizing musical performance of energetic grooves, serpentine melodies and beguiling beats. An indescribable, avant-garde sound, this Ukrainian quartet delivers a musical tapestry of indie folk-rock and pop infused with traditional Ukranian folk music coupled by a striking visual spectacle of crimson beads and towering black lambs-wool hats you have to see to believe. Their utterly unique sound has become a cult phenomenon around the world. Get swept up in the “ethno-chaos” of the unexpected sight and sound of DakhaBrakha. Tickets $36 / eyeGO $5
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Thursday, October 24 / 7:30pm
“Dance is an art form. To see a performance is to experience another person’s emotion; it’s a perspective into their soul that they’re giving to the dance.” – Paul Destrooper, Ballet Victoria Ballet Victoria presents an eclectic mix of new works performed to classic rock hits from The Rolling Stones, Jimmy Hendrix, Pink Floyd and more … danced like you have never seen it before. The beauty and power of two genres meet in an elegant and passionate performance in a radiant, dynamic ballet featuring classical movements revved by fast tempos inspired by rock music.
Tickets $36 / Student $33 / Child $20 / eyeGO $5 Family Package $95 (2 Adults and 2 Children) Dance Series $65 (with Anne of Green Gables the Ballet™)
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A charming comedy about being out and finding home
By Mark Crawford Friday, November 8 / 7:30pm
“Full of charm and quiet humanity .... delightful” —Montreal Gazette
When Brett inherits a family estate, he and his partner, Drew, move to a quiet little tourist town to set up a B&B. But will these big city boys face friction in their new community? With dozens of hilarious characters all portrayed by two actors, it’s a heartfelt comedy about “being out,” skeletons in the closet, and finding a place to call home. Contains mature themes and some strong language.
Tickets $36 / Student $28 / eyeGO $5 Arts Club on Tour Series $68 (with Kim's Convenience)
14 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND GEE DAN PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
Thursday, November 14 / 7:30pm
“They strive to recreate an authentic Eagles experience. In fact, it’s so authentic they’ve even shared the stage with the actual Doobie Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Styx, and REO Speedwagon!” – Markham Review Hotel California’s tribute show is a masterful celebration of The Eagles’ music. One of the most game-changing song catalogs in the history of rock n’ roll is performed to perfection before your eyes and ears. Regarded as one of the world’s most accomplished tribute productions, this band sells out performances all over the globe. If you love The Eagles, then welcome to the Hotel California – you’ve just found the next- best thing. Tickets $42.50
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Tuesday, November 26 / 7:30pm
“The combination of her powerful vocals and killer guitar playing skills make you feel inspired” - Cosmopolitan
An artist adored by fans, peers and critics alike, Canadian singer-songwriter Serena Ryder is a six-time JUNO award- winner, two-time GOLD Album and DOUBLE PLATINUM Album recipient. Her immense talent is raw, effortless and soulful with a remarkably deep and powerful voice that electrifies on stage. This holiday season, the Canadian songstress is bringing her passion project, Christmas Kisses, to the stage infusing her love of jazz into holiday classics that celebrate the true spirit of the holidays.
Tickets $49.50
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The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 7 12pm & 4pm
“It's a treasured holiday classic, and has grown to become an annual tradition at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre for many families.” - The Cowichan Citizen Spend an afternoon with a holiday favourite, the Royal City Youth Ballet's enchanting production of The Nutcracker. This year, choose from one of two afternoon performances and let Tchaikovsky’s iconic score transport you to a world of wonder. Whether you’re beginning a new holiday tradition, or revisiting an old favourite, this wonderful production with more than 100 dancers in extravagant costumes is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Tickets $28 Family Package $88 (2 Adults and 2 Children)
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A journey to the Heart of Christmas
Sunday, December 8 / 2pm
“Winter Harp's curious menagerie of old instruments creates sounds that are both medieval and mysterious and explores celebrated and obscure carols from a bygone age.” - The Georgia Straight
Winter Harp graces the stage once again for another magical holiday concert filled with magnificent music and song, festive carols and enchanting stories. Journey to another land where hauntingly beautiful arrangements featuring harps, rare medieval instruments, hand drums, bells, chimes, flutes and vocals are performed in rich medieval costumes that will warm your heart and wrap you in the spirit of Christmas.
Tickets $36 / eyeGO $5
18 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS
Saturday December 14 7:00pm
“Powerful, surprising and moving” - Globe & Mail
The classic tale you know and love is brought to life in a way you never imagined possible. It’s Pixar meets Jim Henson when renowned theatrical imagineers and multi-award winning company, The Wonderheads, reinvent the story of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his magical journey with giant masks, whimsical puppets and wondrous theatrical invention. Join Scrooge on his haunted Christmas Eve adventure and be prepared to laugh, cry and be utterly enchanted.
Tickets $28 Family Package $88 (2 Adults and 2 Children)
COWICHANPAC.CA 19 COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PRESENTS International Guitar Night IGN 2020 Guest HosT: Mike Dawes Mike HosT: Guest IGN 2020
Thursday, January 23 / 7:30pm
Guest host Mike Dawes was voted the ‘Best Acoustic Guitarist in the World’ by MusicRadar & Total Guitar Magazine in 2017
Proudly celebrating its 20th year of touring North America, International Guitar Night founder Brian Gore has created a special Anniversary Tour, putting together his most eclectic line-up yet. Guest host Mike Dawes from England and his incredible two-hand contemporary style is joined by Turkey's fretless guitar master Cenk Erdoğan; electrifying jazz virtuoso Olli Soikkeli from Finland and Hawaiian slack key master Jim Kimo West.
Tickets $38 / Student $30 / eyeGO $5 Guitar Series $68 (with California + Montreal Guitar Trio)
20 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND CANADA'S BALLET JÖRGEN PRESENT Photo by: Kevin Lloyd Photography Lloyd Kevin by: Photo IGN 2020 Guest HosT: Mike Dawes Mike HosT: Guest IGN 2020
Friday, February 7 / 7pm
“Anne of Green Gables is such a great story. There has never been a ballet about it and we felt we're the perfect company to create it.” - Bengt Jörgen, Canada’s Ballet Jörgen Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™ is a playful new production that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. It’s a wonderful balletic adaptation based on the beloved Canadian novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Follow the adventures of Anne Shirley, an orphan girl sent to live on a farm in the fictional town of Avonlea, Prince Edward Island, as dancers bring the story to life using artistic movement and theatrical dance to showcase the humour, drama and simple beauty of this treasured story. Tickets $36 / Student $33 / Child $20 / eyeGO $5 Family Package $95 (2 Adults and 2 Children) Dance Series $65 (with Ballet Rocks)
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Reservations: (250) 246-4181 or www.chemainushotel.com Spend a night in the award-winning Chemainus Inn. While you’re here, visit local wineries, enjoy a round of golf, walk the mural path, book a whale watching tour, and more.
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A monthly fundraiser bringing TIFF's critically acclaimed films to the Cowichan Valley
SEPTEMBER 30, 7 PM The Wife Joan and Joe remain complements after nearly 40 years of marriage. As Joe is about to be awarded the Nobel Prize for his acclaimed and prolific body of work, Joan starts to reflect on the shared compromises, secrets and betrayals of her husband's very public role as the great American novelist and her position as the supportive wife in the shadows of his illustrious success.
OCTOBER 28, 7 PM Shoplifters A touching tale of a struggling family of small- time crooks who take in little girl from the freezing cold and raise her as their own. Even in the face of hardship, the family seem to live happily together until an unforeseen incident reveals hidden secrets, testing the bonds that unite them. Winner of the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, this haunting exploration of love and compassion poses the question of what really defines a family. SUBTITLED
NOVEMBER 25, 7 PM Falls Around Her Tantoo Cardinal shines as a world-famous Anishinaabe musician who returns to the reserve to rest and recharge only to discover that fame (and the outside world) are not easily left behind. Writer-director Darlene Naponse explores the multiple facets of resilience in this riveting and empowering story of a woman reclaiming control of her life and land.
More "great films for a cause" to be announced. Mark these dates on your calendar and see what's in store this fall/winter from Reel Alternatives. December 16, 2019 | January 20, 2020 Tickets $14 / Series discount: 5 shows for $54 All proceeds to Cowichan Valley Hospice Services. Sign up for Reel Alternatives updates: [email protected] Shows subject to change. Visit cowichanpac.ca for updates.
24 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) RENTAL SHOWS your classical music live COWICHAN SYMPHONY SOCIETY PRESENTS Victoria Symphony Friday October 4 at 7:30pm Giordanio Bellincampi, conductor Stefan Jackiw, violin Weber, Overture to Der Freischütz Mendelssohn, Concerto for Violin Schumann, Symphony No. 2 in C major Victoria Symphony Saturday November 16 at 7:30pm Christian Kluxen, conductor Terence Tam, violin Larsson, Pastoral Suite Lindberg, Violin Concerto No. 1 Mozart, Symphony No. 49 (the great G minor) Tickets $50 Children/Students $10 Group (10+) $30 Rows A,B,C $30
GHOSTFINGER PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
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MariaManna and the Island Big Band An Unforgettable Tribute to Natalie Cole
Sunday, November 3 / 2pm Tickets $35
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Plus Special Guest
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BARELY NORTH ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
Thursday, Nov. 28 / 7:30pm Tickets $48
28 TICKET CENTRE: 250.746.CPAC (2722) RENTAL SHOWS
JUDY HOGG'S CELTIC RHYTHM DANCERS AND RICKI-LEE ALLISON'S SUMMIT DANCE PRESENT Holiday Magic!
Celebrate the joy and wonder of the holiday season. Join Judy Hogg’s Celtic Rhythm Dancers and Ricki-Lee Allison’s Summit Dancers for a festive evening of enchanting performances and toe-tapping rhythms and let the magic of dance be part of your holiday season. Saturday, November 30 / 6:30pm Adult $17 / Child $15
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COWICHAN MUSICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS
January 31 - February 2
Saturday, Feb. 8 / 7:30pm Tickets $49
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ADAGÉ STUDIO PRESENTS
Winter Highlights Feb 5th 2020 @ 6:30pm www.adagestudio.com Cowichan Music Festival February 11 - March 2
Local artistic talent is showcased at this annual multi- disciplinary competition in dance, instruments, piano, classical voice, musical theatre and choirs.
SYLLABUS available by October 1, 2019 at www.cowichanmusicfestival.com or printed copy at Duncan Music. Entries close on December 7, 2019. All sessions of the Festival are open to the public for a minimal fee. Three concerts celebrate the best of the participants' achievements, including two separate Highlights Concerts.
The Cowichan Music Festival is affiliated with Performing Arts BC and the Federation of Canadian Music Festivals.
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September / October November December / January Todd McAneeley Printmaker Only Group EJ Hughes Reflections of 30 Years Views of the Valley by Perfection Etching, Serigraph, Relief, E.J. Hughes Wood & Resin Monotype & Gelatine Giclee reproductions ______Hours: Open to public one hour prior to show times or by prior arrangement. Artists interested in exhibiting may send submissions to [email protected]