2016-17 Season Brochure

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2016-17 Season Brochure
Anne
of Green
Gables
Book by: Donald Harron
Music by: Norman Campbell
Adapted from the novel by:
L.M. Montgomery
Sponsored by:
Ken Rice in loving memory
of his wife Colleen
2016/2017 SEASON
“Anne of Green Gables (Harron)” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.
FESTIVAL PLACE
COMMUNITY THEATRE
EDUCATION
supported by
Theatre at Festival Place is a large part of our community life. Over 10,000 people attend the Christmas musical and the
Family Day children’s productions. There are hundreds of individuals that participate as actors, dancers, carpenters, lighting
and stage crew and the many other activities involved in bringing a show to our audience.
Like sport, theatre teaches invaluable life enhancing skills like teamwork, responsibility, collaboration and leadership.
Participants develop enhanced physical and intellectual capacities as well as life-long learning skills like analysis, problem
solving, reasoning, abstract thinking, conceptualization and creative thinking, all of the skills so necessary to success in
school and the workplace. The Rotary Club of Sherwood Park has a history of commitment to international and community
philanthropic projects.
THE ROTARY COMMUNITY THEATRE EDUCATION PROJECT
Rotary recognizes the opportunities community theatre offers individuals for personal growth and development.
Accordingly, Rotary is undertaking a project with Festival Place to support the offering of courses and training opportunities.
This is a capacity building project, one in which the participating individuals will develop skills and be able to be better
contributors to their community. Programmes will be offered year round commencing late this summer in areas like acting,
script interpretation, dance, lighting design, sound, makeup and the many other skills involved in a theatrical production.
Festival Place thanks The Rotary Club of Sherwood Park for their commitment to our community and to community theatre.
Presents the:
22nd Annual
Black & White
Gala
Saturday, November 5 – 6:00 p.m.
The 22nd annual Black and White Fundraiser returns
to support the amazing children, youth and adult
recreational programs developed by Festival Place.
The Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation will be
your hosts for an evening of fantastic gourmet dining
stations, complimentary beverages, a great selection
of silent auction items for the whole family and an
exciting live auction to get your blood pumping.
Billy Bob Thornton
& The Boxmasters
Friday, September 9, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Country
www.theboxmasters.com
Kicking off the 2016/2017 season is rockabilly Americana charttoppers, Billy Bob Thornton & the Boxmasters. Billy Bob Thornton
is best known as an Academy Award winning actor/filmmaker, but
his first love has always been music and when paired with Teddy
Andreadis (keyboard), J.D. Andrew (guitar) and other seasoned
musicians, the group creates a sound rich in rhythm and story. They
have released five studio albums including Modbilly, Somewhere
Down The Road and their newest recording Providence. With a mix of
British Invasion influences, LA rock and southern styles, including a
taste of hillbilly, a night with the Boxmasters is a musical storytelling
experience not to be missed.
Sponsored in part by:
Throughout the event, we’ll be showcasing the talents
of students of our innovative programmes including
Under The Big Top, Video Production and Anne of
Green Gables.
Call our Box Office: 780-449-3378
www.festivalplace.ab.ca
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A Night of Motown
Saturday, September 3, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Fundraiser
www.terrelledwardsmusic.com
During the 1960’s, Motown Records
achieved spectacular success with the
likes of The Temptations, The Supremes,
Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and The
Jackson 5. Known for their sharp
wardrobes, polished styles and crisp
dance routines, Motown artists broke
all ground when they transformed the
sound of rhythm and blues and gave the
music “soul”. Join Terrell Edwards and
friends for an electrifying performance
paying tribute to Motown’s finest!
Proceeds go towards Festival Place
Programmes for kids and young
adults.
Sponsored in part by:
Time Warp
Thursday, November 10, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Fundraiser
Time Warp is an eclectic blend of musicians who became friends
through music. They bring their own unique musical tastes,
talents and experiences together to “rock out” with Retro hits
from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, have fun and lend a helping hand.
Each has worked professionally in the local music industry but
they create music in Time Warp for the love of music, friends and
to give back to their community.
The dance floor will be open and proceeds from this performance
will go to support innovative children’s programming at Festival
Place.
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Play it Forward- Live Music for
Charity Presented by ACT/UCT
Saturday, October 1, 2016
5:00 p.m. Doors open
7:00 p.m. Show
Genre: Fundraiser
Join ACT-UCT, Festival Place and host Bruce Bowie for an evening
of great live music from three spectacular bands. Proceeds from
this event will go to Under the Big Top, a unique and exciting youth
programme that allows participants the opportunity to experience
the life of a Circus artist with professional Circus performers.
The barbeque will be fired up and the dance floor will be open.
Great items will be available at the Silent Auction. Thomas
Alexander from the group Southbound Freeway, Joanie Mac and
Detroit Diesel and The Rita McDade Band will all take to the stage
for a night of feel good tunes!
Sponsored in part by:
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Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez
Mavis Staples
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Friday, September 16, 2016
Genre: Singer/Songwriter – 7:30 p.m.
trainwreckrecords.com/artists/chip_taylor_and_
carrie_rodriguez.html
“A stirring blend of world-weariness, heartbreak, warmth, and
understanding, the pair’s vocals evoke feelings on all ends of the
emotional spectrum” - PopMatters
Chip Taylor is one of America’s most influential songwriters, having
written such hits as “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning”. When
paired with fiddler extraordinaire Carrie Rodriguez, the duo create a
sound so perfectly matched you’d think they had been born to sing
together. With 4 studio albums including Let’s Leave This Town and
the critically acclaimed Red Dog Tracks, the magnetic duo take to
the stage for an evening of sophisticated songwriting and engaging
musicianship.
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Pop/Rock
livinonahighnote.com
“Mavis Staples is the most underrated diva of the century. She
has an almost superhuman ability to implant the pure power of
passion and emotion.” - Rolling Stone
With the release of her new album Livin’ on a High Note, Mavis
Staples delivers the most joyful and uplifting music of her 60+
year career. Having first achieved recognition as lead singer for
the Staple Singers (“I’ll Take You There” and “Let’s Do It Again”),
she’s considered an alchemist of American music; crossing genre
lines like no other and weaving herself into the very fabric of
gospel, soul and rock ‘n’ roll. The legendary vocalist is a GRAMMY
Lifetime Achievement Award winner, National Heritage Fellowship
Award recipient and a Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Famer.
Festival Place, along with the Jack Singer Hall in Calgary will be
the only Alberta dates on the tour. Don’t miss your chance to see
the legendary Mavis Staples, who through her lustrous career
continues to inspire with messages of hope and positivity.
Sponsored in part by:
presents
The 2nd Annual In
the “Spirit” of
Festival Place
An Evening of Single Malts,
Ports and Madeiras
Thursday, September 15, 2016
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Genre: Special Events
Get in the spirit of the 2016/2017 Presenters season with a night
of spirits! The Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation invites you
to tantalize your taste buds with an evening of great single malts,
ports and madeiras, entertainment and light appetizers. Admission
includes your own Glencairn tasting glass to take home with you.
Sponsored in part by:
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Across This Land in Story &
Song: A Tribute To Stompin’
Tom Featuring Tim Hus
Saturday, September 17, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Country
www.timhus.ca/home
“I’ve been looking for 30 years for a young guy who’s proud to
write songs about our country. I’d like to pass the torch to Tim
Hus” - Stompin’ Tom Connors
Stompin’ Tom Connors’ songs have become part of the Canadian
cultural landscape. His legendary tunes celebrate everything
from hockey to bingo to potatoes, and have made him one of
the most important singers in our country’s history. Tim Hus
was handpicked by Stompin’ Tom to tour with him, not only as
his opening act but to play in his band as well. Hus performed
at Stompin’ Tom’s funeral where he was also a pallbearer. He
will share his personal stories of his friend and mentor in a
show of music, patriotism and board stomping; complete with a
multimedia presentation and featuring many of the songs that
made Stompin’ Tom a Canadian treasure.
Sponsored in part by:
Tom Lavin & the Legendary
Powder Blues
Saturday, September 24, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Blues
powderblues.net
For nearly four decades Tom Lavin & the Legendary Powder Blues
have been Canada’s leading blues band, selling over 1 million
records worldwide. Highlights include winning a JUNO Award for
“Most Promising Group of the Year”, headlining the world-famous
Montreux Jazz Festival, winning the Blues Foundation Award and
touring the US and Europe with legends like Willie Dixon, John Lee
Hooker, B.B. King and James Brown. Their mix of swing, blues, jazz &
rock & roll appeal to audiences across the spectrum and their live
shows have been noted as nothing short then DYNAMITE!
Barrule
Friday, September 30, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Celtic
www.barruletrio.com
The award winning trio with a big band sound, Barrule elevates
the Isle of Man’s native music to a new level of performance
and musicianship; a knockout live act performing Manx tunes
and Gaelic songs seldom encountered in the wider world. Fusing
three distinct musical forces, gifted fiddle player Tomas Callister,
accordion wizard Jamie Smith and versatile accompanist Adam
Rhodes on bouzouki, this versatile acoustic unit showcase a
diverse collection of material from rousing marches, jigs and reels
to sorrowful slow airs and beautiful songs sung in the Manx Gaelic
language.
Sponsored in part by:
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Blackie and the Rodeo Kings
Friday, September 30, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Blues
blackieandtherodeokings.com
Celebrating 20 years of music, with one JUNO award and several
JUNO nominations under their belts, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings
have evolved into one of the finest roots-oriented bands in North
America. They have released eight albums and have developed a
feeling of brotherhood
manifested in a sense of
groove, timberal blend and
melodic/ rhythmic play
that is distinctive, mystical,
energizing and constantly
evocative. Their upcoming
album Kings and Kings
features the three staple
members, Tom Wilson,
Colin Linden and Stephen
Fearing along with some of
the greatest male voices in
country, folk and blues.
Jonathan Goldstein
Friday, October 14, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Comedy
www.cbc.ca/radio/wiretap
Sponsored in part by:
Jonathan Goldstein is a frequent contributor to This American
Life and a columnist for the National Post. He is the former host/
producer of CBC Radio’s Wiretap. What started as a simple desire
to share stories of the funny, smart people in his life, turned into
11 seasons of real and honest conversations, proving life really is
as complicated as we know it to be. Jonathan is also the author
of several books. His work has appeared in The New York Times
Magazine, Reader’s Digest, The Walrus, and GQ.
An evening with Johnathan Goldstein offers a rare opportunity to
hear his storytelling in person with visual accompaniment, taking
the experience beyond the limitations of radio and print.
Stewart MacDougall
Saturday, October 15, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Country
www.troubleclef.ca/not.htm
Starman: The Music
of David Bowie
Friday, October 7, 2016
Genre: Pop/Rock – 7:30 p.m.
www.dougcox.org
Starman is a (mostly) acoustic evening celebrating the music of
David Bowie. Considered one of the most influential artists in
the history of modern music, David Bowie was a genre-bending
pioneer, chameleon, and transformer.
Join an inspired, diverse group of Canadian singers/musicians,
including Doug Cox, Shaun Verreault (Wide Mouth Mason) and
Linda McRae (Spirit of the West), as they pay homage to Ziggy
Stardust himself and the music that shaped a generation … and
what an amazing catalogue to choose from.
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Stewart MacDougall has been a sought after performer in Alberta’s
music scene for more then 30 years. Before pursuing a solo career
in 1997, he was best known for his work with Laura Vinson, k.d.
lang, Ian Tyson and Great Western Orchestra. His songs have been
recorded by all of these artists and a number of others including
Randy Travis, One Horse Blue, Crystal Plamomdon and Sneezy
Waters. His discography includes
three solo albums: Gathering Time,
Heresay and Ghost Trains. He also
appears on the Alberta all-star
compilation, Sorrow Bound: Hank
Williams Re-Examined and The Gift,
A Tribute to Ian Tyson.
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Norman Foote: “The Howl”A Musical Masquerade
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Genre: Family – 7:00 p.m.
www.normanfoote.com/info.html
Norman Foote is a JUNO award-winning entertainer who has
received International acclaim for his song writing, outrageous
props and off beat sense of humour. His musicality is like no other,
mixing clever hooks, witty wordplay and comedy all to great effect.
In “The Howl”….music, costumes and Halloween all come together
in an engaging concert for youth and families. Norman will share
the stage with the most creative and colourful children’s choir you
will ever see, his “animated wall of costumed singers”.
Norman encourages youth to believe
in themselves and celebrate their own
voice. Every voice is unique like the
concert itself and everyone gets into
the Halloween spirit!
Sponsored in part by:
“Tapestry Live–The Carole King
Songbook” featuring
Suzanne O Davis
Thursday, October 20, 2016
Genre: Pop/Rock – 7:30 p.m.
www.tapestrylive.com
Tapestry Live, is a premier musical tribute to Carole King. Suzanne O
Davis and the Tapestry band recreate the sound and vibe of a 1970’s
Carole King concert following her legendary GRAMMY winning
album, Tapestry. Songs such as “I Feel the Earth Move”, “You’ve
Got a Friend” and “Natural Woman”
come alive on stage, reimagined for
new and nostalgic fans alike. Don’t
miss this organic and respectful
salute to a musical icon that has
had so much influence on popular
music. With performances selling
out on the east coast, you’ll want to
get your tickets quick!
Kane & Potvin
Friday, October 21, 2016
Genre: Pop/Rock – 7:30 p.m.
www.kaneandpotvin.com
Bryan Potvin and Kevin Kane are best known for their work in
Canadian rock super groups The Northern Pikes and The Grapes
of Wrath. Over the years both bands have released multiple
albums and have had a string of hits including “All the Things I
Wasn’t”, “She Ain’t Pretty” and “You May Be Right”. This pairing
presents a special treat for fans of Canadian rock, as Bryan and
Kevin team up to perform their solo material and favourites from
both bands, both individually and as a duo.
Sponsored in part by:
The Canadian Guitar Quartet
Friday, October 21, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Classical
canadianguitarquartet.com
The Canadian Guitar Quartet is one of the finest guitar ensembles
in the world. They have appeared with orchestras across Canada
and have recorded three critically acclaimed albums. Les Scènes
de Quartiers, the group’s second album, was awarded Le Prix
Trille Or for “Instrumental Album of the Year” in 2005. The mix
of dynamic original music and classical masterpieces make a
Canadian Guitar Quartet concert an unforgettable experience.
Sponsored in part by:
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Janiva Magness
Ten Strings and
a Goat Skin
Saturday, October 22, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Blues
janivamagness.com
Friday, November 4, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Celtic
www.tenstringsandagoatskin.com
“A bold and potent artist of the highest
order….incendiary vocal performances….
impossible to forget.” – Blues Revue
“A seamless, polished,
barrel-drum-tight,
rhythmically innovative
and wildly entertaining
traditional music
powerhouse.”
- The Guardian
Janiva Magness is a charismatic performer known for her
electrifying live shows. Her remarkably flexible and generous
voice can flow smoothly as champagne or churn up gravel on
command. One of just two women to win the coveted Blues Music
Award for “B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year”, she pours every
ounce of passion and energy into her music and it’s easy to see
why her growing legion of fans adore her. With the release of her
newest album Love Wins Again, she once again shatters genre
barriers by enshrining elements of Americana, soul, rock, pop,
country and blues—with a zesty, groove-propelled message that’s
part manifesto and part testimonial.
Jesse Périard and brothers Rowen Gallant and Caleb Gallant ignite
onstage as Ten Strings and a Goat Skin. Playing Irish, Acadian,
French & original creations, infused with modern and world
rhythms, they have created a fiery, contagious & unique sound
that has them touring throughout Canada, the US & Europe. They
are recent winners of the 2015 East Coast Music Association’s
Award for “World Music Recording of the Year” as well as multiple
nominees for the 2013 Canadian Folk Music Awards, East Coast
Music Awards and Music PEI Awards.
Sponsored in part by:
Wes Barker
Colleen Brown
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Saturday, November 12, 2016
Wes Barker is a comedian and stunt magician who has toured all
over the world, performing on stages from Las Vegas, to New York,
to Australia. His show features magic, comedy and stunts with a bit
of audience interaction. In the past year alone, Wes has appeared
on several TV shows such as America’s Got Talent, Wizard Wars,
MTV, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us (which he won). Wes also has over
27 MILLION views on YouTube… but nothing is better than seeing
him live!
Colleen Brown tears at our hearts as she does her own. With
versatile songs and a voice akin to Joni Mitchell, she is relentlessly
unafraid. Having won over audiences opening for Randy Newman,
Jim Cuddy, Whitehorse and Hawksley Workman, Colleen’s
versatility on the piano, bass and guitar, along with her honest
and hauntingly beautiful voice, have proven why she’s a “national
treasure in the making”. Colleen is joined by Elijah Abrams (bassist
for Oh Susanna) and members of Scenic Route To Alaska.
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Comedy
www.wesbarker.ca
7:30 p.m.
presents
Genre: Singer/Songwriter
www.colleenbrownmusic.com
Sponsored in part by:
Sponsored in part by:
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André-Philippe Gagnon
Thursday, November 17, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Comedy
www.andrephilippegagnon.com
The “Man of 1000 voices” is back with an all new show with a
Christmas spin that is sure to have you in tears from laughter and
on your feet with applause. An impressionist with an eye on the
world, Andre Philippe Gagnon can slip into Joe Cocker’s husky
croon and out again as Dionne Warwick quicker
than most performers can take a curtain
call. From Mick Jagger to Elton John, Louis
Armstrong, Jean Chretien and Fred Flintstone,
his impressions of famous personalities are
rapid fire magic leaving audiences dazzled andof course- wanting more.
Sponsored in part by:
Rita Chiarelli & Sweet Loretta
Andrew Collins Trio
Saturday, November 12, 2016
Friday, November 18, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Blues
www.ritachiarelli.com
It’s a Rockin’… All Female…R&B Blast!
JUNO award winner, Rita Chiarelli “Goddess of the Blues” is
Canada’s most highly acclaimed female roots and blues artist. Her
latest show has her wowing audiences with her soaring 3 octave
voice and her all-star female bluesy R&B band, Sweet Loretta.
The talented band includes Carrie Chesnett (saxophone), Morgan
Doctor (drums), Rebecca Hennessy (trumpet), Carlie Howell (bass),
Elena Kapeleris (saxophone) and Lily Sazz (keyboards). Together,
Rita and Sweet Loretta bring audiences to their feet with their
stellar musicianship and electrifying performances. It’s a show not
to miss!
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Folk
www.andrewcollinsacousticmusic.com
Andrew Collins is a prolific composer, performer, educator,
vocalist and accomplished multi-instrumentalist. Now fronting his
own trio, he’s joined by multi-instrumentalist Mike Mezzatesta
(mando family, guitar and fiddle) and James Mceleney on upright
bass. With such illustrious company, Andrew has continued his
defiant experimentation with traditional string band music. The
trio’s debut release A Play On Words (2014) won them a Canadian
Folk Music award for “Instrumental Group of the Year”.
Sponsored in part by:
Sponsored in part by:
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Dee Dee Bridgewater
Friday, November 18, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Jazz
www.deedeebridgewater.com
Over the course of a multifaceted career spanning four decades,
GRAMMY and TONY award-winning jazz singer Dee Dee
Bridgewater has ascended to the upper echelon of vocalists,
putting her unique spin on standards and re-envisioning jazz
classics. She’s performed with such jazz notables as Max
Roach, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, and Dizzy Gillespie, and
has released a series of critically acclaimed albums. A fearless
explorer, she can make her voice swoop and soar, growl and
croon, swagger and sweet-talk like no other. Whether singing
straight melodies, improvising on harmonies or scat-singing, her
sense of time, range and intonation are always impeccable.
Sponsored in part by:
Katherine Jenkins
Saturday, November 19, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Classical/Vocal
katherinejenkins.co.uk
Since the release of her debut album in 2004, Katherine Jenkins,
the golden voiced singer from Wales has gone on to win the
hearts of audiences around the world. The mezzo-soprano holds
the title of “fastest selling female classical artist” and is also the
first female artist to win two consecutive Classical BRIT Awards.
Cherished as one of Britain’s favourite singers, she was personally
invited by the Royal Family to sing ‘God Save The Queen’ at Her
Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee, The Queen’s Coronation Concerts at
Buckingham Palace and the Queen’s 90th birthday celebration
at Windsor castle. This is an extraordinary opportunity to hear
a dazzling vocal star whose voice will captivate in the intimate
setting of Festival Place theatre.
Sponsored in part by:
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Shows by Genre
Shows by Genre
2016-2017 Season
2016-2017 Season
INSTRUMENTAL
BLUES
Jake Shimabukuro Friday, March 10
Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues Saturday, September 24
Blackie & The Rodeo Kings Friday, September 30
Janiva Magness Saturday, October 22
Rita Chiarelli & Sweet Loretta Saturday, November 12
Booker T Presents: A Stax Revue and A Journey Thru Soul,
Blues and R&B Saturday, January 28
JAZZ
Dee Dee Bridgewater Friday, November 18
Tinsel Tunes: An Evening with
Matt Dusk and Friends Saturday, November 26
Duke Ellington’s “The Nutcracker Suite” featuring
the Craig Brenan Band Sunday, December 4
Michael Kaeshammer Thursday, April 13
POP/ROCK
Doc Walker
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Starman: The Music of David Bowie Friday, October 7
Genre: Country – 7:30 p.m.
“Tapestry Live–The Carole King Songbook”
www.docwalker.ca
featuring Suzanne O Davis Thursday, October 20
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SPECIAL
EVENTS
honesty that comes with being country music performers.
The 2nd Annual “Spirit” of Festival Place Thursday, September 15
The 22nd Annual Black & White Gala Saturday, November 5
The 9th Annual Festival of Trees November 25-26
Anne of Green Gables: The Musical December 16-30
Victory at Vimy with Ted Barris Friday, March 24
WORLD
presents
Kobo Town Friday, February 10
The Klezmatics Saturday, February 25
The 9th Annual Festival of Trees
November 25, 2016 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
November 26, 2016 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Genre: Special Event
www.festivalplacefoundation.ca
Following on the tradition of a community based event, the Festival
of Trees will take place at Festival Place November 25-26, 2016
launching on the Friday evening with a gala that will provide
an opportunity for recognition of the sponsors, tree donors and
an opportunity for invited guests to place bids on a one-of-kind
tree of their choice. On Saturday, November 26, the event will be
open to the general public to view the trees, enjoy local musical
entertainment and take part in the children’s art and craft area.
Entrance to the Festival
on November 25th is by
purchased ticket and on
the 26th is by donation.
NEW SHOWS ADDED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Café Series Show schedule subject to change
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CELTIC
Barrule Friday, September 30
Ten Strings And A Goat Skin Friday, November 4
Goitse Friday, March 17
The Leahys Sunday, March 19
CLASSICAL/VOCAL
The Canadian Guitar Quartet Friday, October 21
Katherine Jenkins Saturday, November 19
A Celtic Tenors Christmas Friday, December 2
“Politico” – The Music of Great Political Films featuring
the Edmonton Pops Orchestra Sunday, March 26
COMEDY
Jonathan Goldstein Friday, October 14
Wes Barker Saturday, October 22
André-Philippe Gagnon Thursday, November 17
One Man Star Wars featuring Charles Ross Friday, January 13
Buddy Wasisname & The Other Fellers March 2-5
COUNTRY
Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters Friday, September 9
Across This Land in Story & Song: A Tribute To Stompin’ Tom
Featuring Tim Hus Saturday, September 17
Stewart MacDougall Saturday, October 15
Doc Walker Monday, November 21
FAMILY
Norman Foote: “The Howl”–A Musical
Masquerade Wednesday, October 19
Festival Players for Kids Presents:
Charlotte’s Web February 17-20
The Mini Pops Thursday, February 23
FOLK
Andrew Collins Trio Friday, November 18
Rant Maggie Rant Saturday, December 3
The Once Friday, January 27
Front Porch Roots Revue Friday, February 24
FUNDRAISER
A Night of Motown Saturday, September 3
Play It Forward: A Live Music
for Charity Event Saturday , October 1
Time Warp Thursday, November 10
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13 One Man Star Wars featuring Charles Ross | Comedy
21 Classic Albums Live Presents:
Led Zeppelin II | Pop/Rock
27 The Once | Folk
28 Booker T Presents: A Stax Revue and A Journey
Thru Soul, Blues and R&B | Blues
A Night of Motown | Fundraiser
Billy Bob Thornton and The Boxmasters | Country
Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez | Singer/Songwriter
The 2nd Annual “Spirit” of Festival Place | Special Event
Mavis Staples | Pop/Rock
Across This Land in Story & Song:
A Tribute To Stompin’ Tom Featuring Tim Hus | Country
24 Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues | Blues
30 Barrule | Celtic
30 Blackie & The Rodeo Kings | Blues
OCTOBER
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Play it Forward: Live Music for Charity | Fundraiser
Starman: The Music of David Bowie | Pop/Rock
Jonathan Goldstein | Comedy
Stewart MacDougall | Country
Norman Foote: “The Howl”–
A Musical Masquerade | Family
“Tapestry Live–The Carole King Songbook”
featuring Suzanne O Davis | Pop/Rock
Kane & Potvin | Pop/Rock
The Canadian Guitar Quartet | Classical
Janiva Magness | Blues
Wes Barker | Comedy
NOVEMBER
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Ten Strings And A Goat Skin | Celtic
The 22nd Annual Black & White Gala presented by
Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation | Special Event
10 Time Warp | Fundraiser
12 Colleen Brown | Singer/Songwriter
12 Rita Chiarelli & Sweet Loretta | Blues
17 André-Philippe Gagnon | Comedy
18 Andrew Collins Trio | Folk
18 Dee Dee Bridgewater | Jazz
19 Katherine Jenkins | Classical
21 Doc Walker | Country
25-26 The 9th Annual Festival of Trees | Special Event
26 Tinsel Tunes:
An Evening with Matt Dusk and Friends | Jazz
DECEMBER
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A Celtic Tenors Christmas | Classical
Rant Maggie Rant | Folk
Duke Ellington’s “The Nutcracker Suite”
featuring the Craig Brenan Band | Jazz
16-30 Anne of Green Gables: The Musical | Special Event
FEBRUARY
10 Kobo Town | World
17-20 Festival Players for Kids Presents:
Charlotte’s Web | Family
23 The Mini Pops | Family
24 Front Porch Roots Revue | Folk
25 The Klezmatics | World
MARCH
2-5 Buddy Wasisname & The Other Fellers | Comedy
10 Jake Shimabukuro | Instrumental
17 Goitse | Celtic
19 The Leahys | Celtic
24 Victory at Vimy with Ted Barris | Special Event
25 Bobby Bazini | Pop/Rock
26 “Politico”– The Music of Great Political Films
featuring the Edmonton Pops Orchestra | Classical
APRIL
13 Michael Kaeshammer | Jazz
Shows by Genre
2016-2017 Season
Shows
by Genre
Tinsel
Tunes:
An Evening with
2016-2017
Matt
DuskSeason
and Friends
INSTRUMENTAL
Saturday,
November 26, 2016
BLUES
Jake Shimabukuro Friday, March 10
JAZZ
Dee Dee Bridgewater Friday, November 18
Tinsel Tunes: An Evening with
Matt Dusk and Friends Saturday, November 26
Duke Ellington’s “The Nutcracker Suite” featuring
the Craig Brenan Band Sunday, December 4
Michael Kaeshammer Thursday, April 13
POP/ROCK
Mavis Staples Friday, September 16
Starman: The Music of David Bowie Friday, October 7
“Tapestry Live–The Carole King Songbook”
featuring Suzanne O Davis Thursday, October 20
Kane & Potvin Friday, October 21
Classic Albums Live Presents:
Led Zeppelin II Saturday, January 21
Bobby Bazini Saturday, March 25
SINGER /SONGWRITER
Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez Wednesday, September 14
Colleen Brown Saturday, November 12
SPECIAL EVENTS
The 2nd Annual “Spirit” of Festival Place Thursday, September 15
The 22nd Annual Black & White Gala Saturday, November 5
The 9th Annual Festival of Trees November 25-26
Anne of Green Gables: The Musical December 16-30
Victory at Vimy with Ted Barris Friday, March 24
WORLD
Kobo Town Friday, February 10
The Klezmatics Saturday, February 25
7:30 p.m.
Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues Saturday, September 24
Genre:
Jazz
Blackie & The Rodeo Kings Friday, September 30
www.mattdusk.com
Janiva Magness Saturday, October 22
Rita Chiarelli & Sweet Loretta Saturday, November 12
Booker T Presents: A Stax Revue and A Journey Thru Soul,
Blues and R&B Saturday, January 28
CELTIC
Barrule Friday, September 30
Ten Strings And A Goat Skin Friday, November 4
Goitse Friday, March 17
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friends!
André-Philippe Gagnon Thursday, November 17
One Man Star Wars featuring Charles Ross Friday, January 13
Buddy Wasisname & The Other Fellers March 2-5
COUNTRY
Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters Friday, September 9
Across This Land in Story & Song: A Tribute To Stompin’ Tom
Featuring Tim Hus Saturday, September 17
Stewart MacDougall Saturday, October 15
Doc Walker Monday, November 21
FAMILY
Norman Foote: “The Howl”–A Musical
Masquerade Wednesday, October 19
Festival Players for Kids Presents:
Charlotte’s Web February 17-20
The Mini Pops Thursday, February 23
AFOLK
Celtic Tenors Christmas
Andrew Collins Trio Friday, November 18
Friday,
December
2, 2016
Rant Maggie
Rant Saturday,
December 3
The Once
Friday, January
27 p.m.
Genre:
Classical
– 7:30
Front Porch Roots Revue Friday, February 24
www.celtic-tenors.com
NEW SHOWS ADDED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Café Series Show schedule subject to change
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FUNDRAISER
With
a polished International reputation and just over 1 million
album
sales
under their Saturday,
belts, TheSeptember
Celtic Tenors
A Night
of Motown
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truly
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Warp season,
Thursday,
November
10 show overflowing with
vitality from start to finish, and become enchanted by gorgeous
renditions of Irish folk classics and favorite Christmas tunes like
“Silent Night”, and “Joy to the World”.
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Rant Maggie Rant
Saturday, December 3, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Folk
www.rantmaggierant.com
Since their 2008 debut, “Traditional Folk/Roots” award winners
Rant Maggie Rant have consistently won over audiences across
the country. Traditionalists love their approach, as they respect
the time honoured styles of the seven Celtic nations and beyond.
Listeners are drawn to their fusion of World influences: Latin and
Mediterranean rhythms, African hand drumming and percussion,
blues/rock guitar backdrops, revved up tempos and unexpected
time changes. Their repertoire for this holiday show will combine
original and contemporary compositions along with traditional
seasonal tunes, delivering an intoxicating performance.
Anne of Green Gables:
The Musical
December 16-30, 2016
Genre: Special Event
Directed by: Dawn Sadoway
Musical Direction by: Michael Clark
Choreography by: Shelley Tookey
Production/Stage Manager: Allene Hodgins
In its 50th year celebration, Anne of Green Gables: The
Musical tells the beloved tale of Anne Shirley- That’s
Anne with an “E” mind you. Set in the turn-of-the-century
Maritime world of Avonlea, the musical is a charming look
in to the nostalgic world and colourful characters of the
treasured novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Join Anne as
she warms her way into the hearts and home of Matthew
and Marilla Cuthbert, becomes bosom friends with Diana
Barry and falls in love with Gilbert Blithe.
A Festival Place tradition, the Festival Players continue their
14 year history of outstanding theatre over the Christmas
season! As with shows like CATS, West Side Story and last
year’s Mary Poppins, Anne of Green Gables: The Musical will
feature a cast of 30 , a pit orchestra of 15, an engaging new
set, costumes and an evening that will remind you of how
great theatre can be.
Sponsored in part by:
Ken Rice in loving
memory of his wife
Colleen Rice
Meals are available for selected performances
Duke Ellington’s
‘The Nutcracker Suite’ featuring
The Craig Brenan Band
Sunday, December 4, 2016
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Jazz
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite is one of the hallmarks of the
Christmas Season… just hearing it sends visions of Sugar Plum
Fairies dancing through our heads. Add in the Jazz mastery of
Duke Ellington’s arrangements and those delicate ballerinas turn
into swingin’ horns and a whole lot of holiday joy! Edmonton Big
Band leader, Craig Brenan takes the audience through Ellington’s
amazing Jazz arrangements in this much loved holiday classic.
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One Man Star Wars Featuring
Charles Ross
Friday, January 13, 2017
Classic Albums Live Presents:
Led Zeppelin II
Saturday, January 21, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Comedy
www.onemanstarwars.com
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Pop/Rock
classicalbumslive.com
“Dazzling, detailed …. very,
very good” – Chicago Tribune
Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham,
Internationally known as the English rock band Led Zeppelin, was
one of the most successful, innovative, and influential rock groups
in history. In October 1969, the band released the 12x multiplatinum Led Zeppelin II, selling in excess of 12 million copies
since its release. Experience the entire album track-by-track as
it is meticulously recreated live by a group of talented rockers.
The musicians faithfully recreate every sound on the original
album, employing as many musicians as is necessary to precisely
replicate.
Much of Charles Ross’ childhood was
spent in a galaxy far, far away, watching
Star Wars videos over – and over – and
over again. The result of this misspent
youth is his hysterical One Man Star
Wars Trilogy, where he single-handedly
plays all the characters, sings the music, flies the ships, fights the
battles and condenses the plots into one hilarious show! From
Off- Broadway in New York to London’s West End, One Man Star
Wars has been performed over 1200 times in more than 180 cities
worldwide.
Sponsored in part by:
Sponsored in part by:
The Once
Friday, January 27, 2017
Genre: Folk 7:30 p.m.
www.theonce.ca
Over the past six years, The Once has been quietly making a name for
themselves in their native Canada. The Newfoundland-based band
has collected a trio of Canadian Folk Music Awards, numerous Music
NL Awards and was named Artist of the Year by the Newfoundland
& Labrador Art Council. With two JUNO nominations for “Best Roots/
Traditional Album” for Row Upon Row of the People They Know and
their latest release Departures, the trio remains rooted in its essential
musical elements – Geraldine Hollett’s incandescent voice, the trio’s
gorgeous harmonies and the spirited acoustic instrumentation
supplied by Andrew Dale and Phil Churchill.
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Booker T Presents: A Stax Revue and
a Journey Thru Soul, Blues, and R&B
Saturday, January 28, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Blues
www.bookert.com
Booker T. Jones set the cast for modern soul music and is largely
responsible for its rise and enduring popularity. Stax Revue is
a presentation of Booker T’s hits with the MGs such as “Green
Onions” and “Time is Tight” and of the classics recorded on
Stax Records by other legendary artists such as “Try a Little
Tenderness” by Otis Redding, “When Something is Wrong with my
Baby” by Sam and Dave and “Gee Whiz” by Carla Thomas. A Rock
and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Musicians Hall of Fame inductee,
GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and winner of
four GRAMMY Awards, Booker T. Jones will also act as Master of
Ceremonies and share personal stories and anecdotes with the
audience.
Kobo Town
Sponsored in part by:
Friday, February 10, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: World
www.kobotown.com
Nominated for a JUNO Award, Indie Award, Canadian Folk
Music Award and an International Folk Alliance Award, Kobo
Town’s infectious nature is winning audiences over worldwide.
Founded and fronted by emigre Trinidadian songwriter Drew
Gonsalves, an engaging storyteller whose songs draw heavily
from the lyrical inventiveness of early calypso, their music
has been described as “a unique, transnational composite of
rhythm, poetry and activist journalism.” - Exclaim!
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The Mini Pop Kids
Thursday, February 23, 2017
7:00 p.m.
Genre: Family
www.minipopkids.com
First launched in the 1980’s, the original Mini Pops’ featured
talented children (between the ages of 9-15) singing pop hits of
the day. The group sold millions of albums in Australia, Canada,
France, the UK and the USA. Now that the original Mini Pops’ fans
have grown up and have children of their own, a new generation
of Mini Pops’ has been relaunched.
Sponsored in part by:
Since re-launching, the Mini Pop Kids have released 11 albums
and have continuously reached the number one spot on the kids
chart on iTunes Canada. Mini Pop Kids continues a successful
tradition of entertaining and celebrating kids with its “family
friendly Mini Pop style”. Packed with high positive energy, the
Mini Pop Kids brand is about encouraging and empowering kids
to be confident and shoot for their dreams, with clean versions of
current radio pop songs that the entire family can enjoy.
Sponsored in part by:
Meals are available for
selected performances
Festival Players for Kids Presents:
Charlotte’s Web
February 18, 19, 20, 2017 - 2:00 p.m.
February 17, 18, 19, 2017 - 6:30 p.m.
Genre: Family
This exciting, new musical version of Charlotte’s Web brings a new
dimension to E.B. White’s beloved classic. With music and lyrics
by Charles Strouse (Annie, ‘Bye, ‘Bye Birdie) and book by Joseph
Robinette (national award-winning children’s playwright) the
thrilling musical score includes “Who Says We Can’t Be Friends,”
an enchanting duet between Wilbur and his new-found companion
Charlotte; “Welcome to the Zuckerman Barn,” featuring all the
story’s unforgettable animals in a hand-clapping, toe-tapping hoedown; and “Summer,” a haunting, nostalgic chorus number which
evokes a time and place from everyone’s childhood.
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Front Porch Roots Revue
Friday, February 24, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Folk
www.musicnorthproductions.com/
frontporch.html
Front Porch Roots Revue return for their annual “theme” concert
after selling out their 40th anniversary tribute to “The Last Waltz”
this past spring. This season the Porch crew unveils a night of
“Classic Country-Rock and Swing” and the core group of Ron Rault,
Thom Moon, Crawdad Cantera and Gord Matthews return with One
Horse Blue vocalist Ian Oscar and a few other special guests. The
musical menu will embrace tunes from the songbooks of Waylon
Jennings, Danny O’Keefe and Poco, to The Byrds, Commander Cody,
The Eagles and The New Riders of the Purple Sage, all done with a
tasty Front Porch spin.
Sponsored in part by:
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The Klezmatics 30th
Anniversary Concert
Saturday, February 25, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: World
klezmatics.com
World-renowned superstars whose music is “as deeply
compassionate as it is invigorating, as accessible as it is virtuosic”
(Time Out New York), The Klezmatics erupted out of New York’s
East Village in 1986 and revitalized klezmer for the new century.
The music is steeped in Eastern European/ Jewish tradition and
spirituality, while incorporating contemporary themes such as
human rights and anti-fundamentalism. The Klezmatics have
collaborated with numerous luminaries, including Pulitzer Prize
playwright Tony Kushner and folk hero Arlo Guthrie to name a few.
They have performed at some of the world’s most storied venues
and festivals and their accolades include a GRAMMY Award for
“Best Contemporary World Music Album” and the New York
Jewish Music Award for “Best Klezmer Band”.
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Jake Shimabukuro
Friday, March 10, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Instrumental
www.jakeshimabukuro.com
“One of the hottest axemen of the past few years doesn’t actually
play guitar.” – Rolling Stone Magazine
Known for his fast and complex finger work and lauded as a
musical “hero” by Rolling Stone Magazine, ukulele virtuoso Jake
Shimabukuro is redefining the instrument. He effortlessly mixes
jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian music and folk to create a
sound that’s technically masterful, emotionally powerful, and utterly
unique in the music world. His concert set list includes original
compositions and ukulele classics, along with his dazzling versions
of music such as Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”, Schubert’s “Ave
Maria” and Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah”. Jake has also been the
subject of an award-winning documentary, Jake Shimabukuro: Life
on Four Strings, currently on Netflix.
Sponsored in part by:
Buddy Wasisname and
The Other Fellers
March 2, 3 & 4, 2017
7:30 p.m.
March 5, 2017
1:00 p.m.
Genre: Comedy
buddywasisname.com
For more than 30 years, Buddy Wasisname and The Other Fellers
have brought their unique Newfoundland humour and song to
those near and far. The team of Kevin Blackmore, Wayne Chaulk
and Ray Johnson will surely have you in stitches with their blend
of wacky humour, colourful characterizations, and sweetly sung
homespun ballads. This year’s performance is called The Last Laff
Tour and if you’re concerned about whether or not the guys intend
to lay it all down… well you’ll just have to see!
Sponsored in part by:
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Goitse
Victory at Vimy with Ted Barris
Friday, March 17, 2017
Friday, March 24, 2017
Genre: Celtic – 7:30 p.m.
goitse.ie
The word “goitse” is an informal Gaelic greeting that means
“come here” in English. The group’s name is an invitation for
listeners to partake in their unique sound. Recently crowned
Live Ireland’s “Trad Group of the Year” for 2015, they have made
a name for themselves as one of the most sought after bands
amongst connoisseurs of Irish traditional music. Their third and
latest album, Tall Tales and Misadventures brims with energy and
creative zeal and has taken the group’s expressive landscape of
sound to a whole new level.
Sponsored in part by:
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Special Event
tedbarris.com
Our history has a friend in Ted Barris. The stories of individual
Canadians and their extraordinary achievements will never be lost
if they are in his hands.” - Hon. Col. John Selkirk (of the Brockville
Rifles)
Join Festival Place and author/military historian Ted Barris in a
presentation recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Battle of
Vimy Ridge. The Battle of Vimy Ridge is Canada’s most celebrated
military victory and is often cited as a seminal moment in the
discovery of Canada’s Nationhood. In addition to Mr. Barris’
presentation, Festival Place will host a major display of World
War 1 materials including small arms, flags, uniforms and printed
materials from the private collection of Allen Kerr.
The Leahys
Sunday, March 19, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Celtic
theleahys.ca
Sponsored in part by:
Sponsored in part by:
Something intense and electric happens when Leahys get together!
For years the siblings have played, danced and shared their music
throughout the world, gaining critical acclaim and accolades for
their musicality, talent and performance. Fusing instrumental,
Celtic, traditional and roots music, their sound is captivating; their
songs are distinct; their presentation is uplifting and full of life.
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“Politico”- The Music of Great
Political Films Featuring the
Edmonton Pops Orchestra
Bobby Bazini
Saturday, March 25, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Pop/Rock
www.bobbybazini.com
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Born in Mont-Laurier, Quebec to a family of country musicians,
Bobby Bazini was naturally encouraged during his childhood to
sing and play guitar. Pushed by a radio station DJ in his hometown,
Bazini’s soulful voice soon impressed major players in the music
industry, landing him a record deal, invitations to perform at
festivals worldwide and on the set of prestigious French music
television show Taratata. His talent is self-evident to anyone who’s
heard the Montreal-based performer sing, and is part of the reason
his debut album Better In Time went platinum and earned him a pair
of Juno nominations for “Pop Album of the Year” and “Best New
Artist.” His second album Where I Belong was also a resounding
success, selling upwards of 125 000 copies in less than 12 months,
making it the best-selling Canadian album of 2014.
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Classical/Vocal
edmontonpops.ca
Scandal, conspiracy, espionage and revolution will fill the concert
stage as the Edmonton Pops Orchestra performs music from
the movies, under the direction of Michael Clark. Prepare to be
thrilled by music from films including The Manchurian Candidate,
State of Siege, JFK and Enemy of the State in what will be an
exciting night for movie lovers and music lovers alike!
Sponsored in part by:
Michael Kaeshammer
Thursday, April 13, 2017
7:30 p.m.
Genre: Jazz
www.kaeshammer.com
Regarded as one of the most entertaining
performers in Canada of any musical genre,
boogie-woogie pianist Michael Kaeshammer
is a world-class musician, a ‘cool’ singer,
and a charismatic showman who connects
with any concert-hall audience as
though he was entertaining guests
in his own living room. A favourite to
Festival Place, Michael has a whole
new show in store that features
seven musicians on stage. With an
amazing wealth of talent clearly
noticeable on drums, stand up base,
guitar and a three piece horn section,
the result is a full and soulful sound
that will have you out of your seat
and swingin’ to the groove!
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NUOVA Opera &
Music Theatre
Festival 2017
Genre:Classical/Vocal
www.operanuova.ca
Festival Place is proud to partner with Opera NUOVA for the
NUOVA Opera & Musical Theatre Festival! This is the 14th year for
the festival, and the 3rd year that Festival Place has partnered
with this outstanding young artist training program. This year they
will present a Mainstage Opera and a Mainstage Musical in late
June and early July, chosen to suit the voices that are accepted
into this prestigious program. These are tomorrows great stars of
opera and musical theatre stages around the world.
PATIO SERIES
July 5 - August 30
Summer 2017 kicks off with everyone’s favorite weekly
concert series. The 21st Annual Qualico Patio Series
presented by Qualico Communities will once again
present an outstanding and eclectic group of performers
from across Alberta, Canada and the Globe.
The patio is the perfect place for a concert – it’s a
relaxing setting in the evening sun amongst the beauty
of Broadmoor Lake Park; and if it’s raining, we’ll just
head inside to the banquet facilities.
Rain or Shine, every Wednesday night Festival Place will
present two acts. An eclectic variety of pop, jazz, world,
Celtic, folk, blues and country will take to the stage and
you never know what treasure you might discover.
Artist Appreciation Sessions
with Raymond Baril
Raymond Baril is Section Head of Wind and Brass Department
at Grant MacEwan University. He is in his thirteenth year as
principal conductor and musical director of the New Edmonton
Wind Sinfonia. He has, for the past 25 years, been director of the
Grant MacEwan University/University of Alberta jazz ensemble
and has taught woodwinds, music history and jazz studies at
Grant MacEwan for many years. Raymond Baril will offer Festival
Place patrons a preview and insight into these evenings concert
programmes.
This is a FREE 30-45 minute pre-
The beverages will be chilled and the BBQ fired up.
Join us for a night of relaxation, refreshments and
outstanding entertainment!
concert session, starting at 6:45 p.m.,
prior to each of these concerts:
• Dee Dee Bridgewater
Friday, November 18, 2016
• Tinsel Tunes: An Evening with
Matt Dusk and Friends
Saturday, November 26, 2016
•
Duke Ellington’s ‘The Nutcracker Suite’ featuring The Craig
Brenan Band
Sunday, December 4, 2016
• Michael Kaeshammer
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Additional sessions will be added
throughout the year on the website.
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Community Sponsors
Youth Programmes
Allow Festival Place to bring some of the finest
artists in the world to our community
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS
FESTIVAL PLACE SPONSORS
SEASON SPONSORS
The support of the following donors allows us to offer
outstanding youth programmes that are completely accessible
to every young person in the community without regard for
social or economic background.
Lead underwriter Under the Big Top
Simply Life Photography
CAFE SERIES &
PATIO SERIES
SPONSOR
BLACK & WHITE
GALA SPONSORS
GENRE SPONSORS
Alf’s Roofing
Chinese Free Masons Society
County Clothes Line Foundation
Enbridge Pipeline Inc.
Festival Catering
Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation
Highline Electrical Constructors
North American (Canada) Corporation
Telus Community Ambassadors
Toronto Dominion Bank
Aman Builders
Bob Sproule/Lynn Parker in memory of Colleen Rice
Broadmoor Autobody
Delville Cooking Lake Community League
Greenland Roofing & Exteriors
Howard Ritchie
Keith & Jan Bradley
Lee Ahlstrom
Lety Construction
McBain Camera
Royal Mini & Storage
Trac Records
SHOW SPONSORS
Ken Rice in loving memory
of his wife Colleen Rice
For his insightful time in Jazz Appreciation,
Raymond Baril, Grant MacEwan University
Big Brothers Big Sisters
of Strathcona County
From September through June, the Festival
Place banquet facility is transformed into an
intimate café setting for the Café Series by
Qualico Communities.
Beginning at 7:30 p.m. each evening, you will be
entertained by uniquely talented local, national
or international artists from a variety of genres.
SEPTEMBER
Friday, September 30 | Barrule | Celtic
OCTOBER
Friday, October 21 | Kane & Potvin | Pop/Rock
Saturday, October 22 | Wes Barker | Comedy
NOVEMBER
Friday, November 4 | Ten Strings and A Goat Skin | Celtic
Saturday, November 12 | Colleen Brown | Singer/
Songwriter
Friday, November 18 | Andrew Collins Trio | Folk
More Café Series shows to be announced.
Box Office: 780-449-3378
www.festivalplace.ab.ca