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APRIL & MAY
ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES IN PRINCE GEORGE
Saturday, April 5
Saturday, April 19
Show with Live Music!
Tickets $20 from the Casino
DOORS at 7:00 SHOW at 8:00
Located at the Junction of Hwy. 16 & 97 Prince George
Tickets $25 Advance tickets from the Casino
DOORS at 7:30 SHOW at 8:30
1-866-561-2421 www.bluemorris.com
www.treasurecovehotel.net / casino
Ongoing
April 2014
MUSICIANS Who: Indra Egan When: Every Wednesday Doors: 6:30 pm Where: Shiraz Restaurant How Much: no cover charge What: Our Casual Wine night with Indra Egan on Piano
ARTISTS Who: Two Rivers Gallery, Rustad Galleria When: Ongoing to May 4 Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: 2014 Art Auction Preview exhibition. Come to the Rustad Galleria to preview the work that will be for auction at our Annual Live Art Auction. How Much: Admission to the Rustad Galleria is free to the public every day. 250-614-7800 www. tworiversgallery.ca
Judy Russell Presents: Monty Python’s Spamalot July 22 to August 3 @ Prince George Playhouse Tickets Available at Studio 2880 starting May 1. Judy Russell Presents Auditions for:
COMEDY Who: Simon King and guest Reza Peyk What: Under the Influence Comedy When: April 5. Doors at 7 pm and Show at 8 Where: Treasure Cove Casino How much: Tickets $20 from the Casino
MUSICIANS - CONCERT Who: Nove Voce is proud to present Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater When: April 6, 2:00 PM Where: St. Michael’s and All Angels Anglican Church. How Much: $15, tickets at Studio 2880 Great Easter concert called Stabat Mater (The Sorrows of Mary) by Pergolesi. Featuring Barb Parker on the organ. It really is a rare instrument in this town.
LUNCH STEW SPECIAL
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Ballet & Modern June 20 @ 7:00pm, June 21 @ 1:00pm
Stage
Purchase a Stew Lunch Special and receive a second one for…
%
50
off *
*valid for lunch only
June 21 @ 7:00pm, June 22 @ 1:00pm
Vanier Hall Tickets at Enchainement Dance Centre
3540 Opie Cres. 250-563-2902 judydance@shawcable.com
Open 7 days a week Lunch & Dinner
judyrusselldance.com
#169 1600-15th Ave. (Parkwood Mall) 250-596-7397
LIVE MUSIC & DANCE Who: Dirty Dancing Burlesque What: Show with Live Music When: April 19. Doors at 7:30 and show at 8:30 Where: Treasure Cove Casino How much: Tickets $25. Advance tickets from the Casino
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Wood & Wires When: Saturday, April 19, 7:30 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: Classic Piano Jazz trio
THEATRE
ARTISTS
Choice of 2 different types of stew with rice Enchainement Dance Centre Year End Recital
MUSICIANS Who: Steve Miller Band When: Wednesday, April 9 Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM Where: CN Centre How Much: $47.50 - $87.50 plus s/c What: See the legendary Steve Miller Band at one of their few Canadian dates! Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets or Charge By Phone 1-855-985-5000 Order on-line at www. ticketmaster.ca
Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: April 10, 2014 Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Artist Talk and Opening Reception for Richard Watts’ “Three Seasons” and TRG’s annual Juried exhibition “Earthly” How much: This is a free event open to the public. Refreshments will be served. 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents The Chevys When: Friday, April 11, 6:00 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: three piece band from Prince George that is dedicated to creating a rockabilly musical experience for audiences of all ages.
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Tri Force When: Saturday, April 12, 7:00 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: They feature not only rock and roll cover tunes, but also a selection of original material, also in the rock and roll style.
Who: Theatre North West presents Bemused by Peter Fenton & Scott White; Music & Lyrics by Scott White When: April 24 to May 14 Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM evenings; Doors: 1:00 PM Show: 2:00 PM matinees Where: Theatre North West in the Parkhill Centre How Much: $25.50 – $29.50 +GST What: A knee-slapping, toe-tapping, laugh riot show-biz comedy... with music! Tickets available at Books & Company or call 250-614-0039 www.theatrenorthwest.com
MUSICIANS Who: George Thorogood and The Destroyers When: Wednesday, April 30 Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM Where: CN Centre How Much: $42.50-$49.50 plus s/c’s What: Get Bad to the Bone – with the greatest bar band in the world! Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets or Charge By Phone 1-855-985-5000 Order on-line at www. ticketmaster.ca THEATRE Who: Theatre North West presents Your Theatre Tours When: April 29 Doors: 10:15 pm Where: Theatre North West (#36 - 556 North Nechako Road) How much: Free! What: Your Theatre Tours allows patrons to check out the parts of TNW’s venue that few get to see, with a literal behind-the-scenes look. RSVP to the TNW office, 250.563.6969. www.theatrenorthwest.com-
Welcome to ‘OnStage’ Every two months we will publish this special section to keep you aware of what’s happening in local Arts & Entertainment. If you have an event you want everyone to know about, tell us. It’s Free for local Not-for-Profit organizations. Send to: adsales@pgfreepress.com Deadline is June 2 to be included in June 6 issue Please note format, and include all info needed. Subject to space. Thank You STRAWBERRY TEA Who: The Elder Citizens Recreation Association When: Sat., May 3 9 am to 2 pm Where: At the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre - 1692 Tenth Ave. Prince George . 250-561- 9381 What: Strawberry Tea and Plant Sale How much: $5.00
OPEN HOUSE Who: Royal Canadian Legion What: Grand Opening. Open House Where: 1116 6th Ave When: April 26 9 am - 1 am Children welcome 9 am to 2 pm How much: Free!
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Exit Glow When: Saturday, April 26, 7:30 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: flashes of pop, rock and folk
Who: Classic Country When.: May 23 and 24 What: A wonderful duo performing as Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette Where: Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 6th Ave How much: $20 Call the Legion 250-562-1292
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS Who: Royal Canadian Legion When: May 31 What: A Walk of Honour- Red Shirt Marathon- Support Our Troops Where: Fort George Park How much: Free!
GOSPEL SINGERS Who: The Gospel Singers from the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre When: Saturday, April 26 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. Where: At the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre - 1692 Tenth Ave. Prince George, 250-561- 9381 What: The Gospel Singers Present Elvis’ Gospel Favorites’, featuring pipers from the Prince George Pipe Band; also Dan Watt on guitar How Much: Adults $10.00; children 5-12 years $5.00 Hard of hearing headsets are available at the door.
MUSICIANS
To Laugh or to Cry?
Grand Opening
May 2014 ART AUCTION Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Saturday, May 3, 7:30pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Live Art Auction Bid against friends for the chance to acquire art by some of Canada’s most exciting established and upand-coming artists. How Much: 25/ticket, 40 for pair, 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
THEATRE Who: Theatre North West presents Your Theatre Talks When: May 8 Doors: 7:00 pm Where: Theatre North West (#36 556 North Nechako Road) How much: Free! What: Theatre North West Artistic Producer Samantha MacDonald gives an interactive talk about the current production, Bemused, and what it takes to stage a World Premiere. Refreshments provided by Hummus Brothers Tapas Bar. RSVP to the TNW office, 250.563.6969. www.theatrenorthwest.com
BRANCH 43 NEW LOCATION! 1116 6th Avenue
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 26 • 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Children welcome 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• April 26 – Grand Opening – Open House. • May 23 & 24 – Classic Country – A wonderful duo performing as Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette • May 31 – A Walk of Honour – Red Shirt Marathon – Support our Troops – held in Fort George Park 1116 6th Avenue Email: legion43@shaw.ca
250.562.1292
Ongoing
April 2014
MUSICIANS Who: Indra Egan When: Every Wednesday Doors: 6:30 pm Where: Shiraz Restaurant How Much: no cover charge What: Our Casual Wine night with Indra Egan on Piano
ARTISTS Who: Two Rivers Gallery, Rustad Galleria When: Ongoing to May 4 Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: 2014 Art Auction Preview exhibition. Come to the Rustad Galleria to preview the work that will be for auction at our Annual Live Art Auction. How Much: Admission to the Rustad Galleria is free to the public every day. 250-614-7800 www. tworiversgallery.ca
Judy Russell Presents: Monty Python’s Spamalot July 22 to August 3 @ Prince George Playhouse Tickets Available at Studio 2880 starting May 1. Judy Russell Presents Auditions for:
COMEDY Who: Simon King and guest Reza Peyk What: Under the Influence Comedy When: April 5. Doors at 7 pm and Show at 8 Where: Treasure Cove Casino How much: Tickets $20 from the Casino
MUSICIANS - CONCERT Who: Nove Voce is proud to present Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater When: April 6, 2:00 PM Where: St. Michael’s and All Angels Anglican Church. How Much: $15, tickets at Studio 2880 Great Easter concert called Stabat Mater (The Sorrows of Mary) by Pergolesi. Featuring Barb Parker on the organ. It really is a rare instrument in this town.
LUNCH STEW SPECIAL
9
$ 00
Ballet & Modern June 20 @ 7:00pm, June 21 @ 1:00pm
Stage
Purchase a Stew Lunch Special and receive a second one for…
%
50
off *
*valid for lunch only
June 21 @ 7:00pm, June 22 @ 1:00pm
Vanier Hall Tickets at Enchainement Dance Centre
3540 Opie Cres. 250-563-2902 judydance@shawcable.com
Open 7 days a week Lunch & Dinner
judyrusselldance.com
#169 1600-15th Ave. (Parkwood Mall) 250-596-7397
LIVE MUSIC & DANCE Who: Dirty Dancing Burlesque What: Show with Live Music When: April 19. Doors at 7:30 and show at 8:30 Where: Treasure Cove Casino How much: Tickets $25. Advance tickets from the Casino
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Wood & Wires When: Saturday, April 19, 7:30 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: Classic Piano Jazz trio
THEATRE
ARTISTS
Choice of 2 different types of stew with rice Enchainement Dance Centre Year End Recital
MUSICIANS Who: Steve Miller Band When: Wednesday, April 9 Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM Where: CN Centre How Much: $47.50 - $87.50 plus s/c What: See the legendary Steve Miller Band at one of their few Canadian dates! Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets or Charge By Phone 1-855-985-5000 Order on-line at www. ticketmaster.ca
Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: April 10, 2014 Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Artist Talk and Opening Reception for Richard Watts’ “Three Seasons” and TRG’s annual Juried exhibition “Earthly” How much: This is a free event open to the public. Refreshments will be served. 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents The Chevys When: Friday, April 11, 6:00 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: three piece band from Prince George that is dedicated to creating a rockabilly musical experience for audiences of all ages.
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Tri Force When: Saturday, April 12, 7:00 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: They feature not only rock and roll cover tunes, but also a selection of original material, also in the rock and roll style.
Who: Theatre North West presents Bemused by Peter Fenton & Scott White; Music & Lyrics by Scott White When: April 24 to May 14 Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM evenings; Doors: 1:00 PM Show: 2:00 PM matinees Where: Theatre North West in the Parkhill Centre How Much: $25.50 – $29.50 +GST What: A knee-slapping, toe-tapping, laugh riot show-biz comedy... with music! Tickets available at Books & Company or call 250-614-0039 www.theatrenorthwest.com
MUSICIANS Who: George Thorogood and The Destroyers When: Wednesday, April 30 Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM Where: CN Centre How Much: $42.50-$49.50 plus s/c’s What: Get Bad to the Bone – with the greatest bar band in the world! Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets or Charge By Phone 1-855-985-5000 Order on-line at www. ticketmaster.ca THEATRE Who: Theatre North West presents Your Theatre Tours When: April 29 Doors: 10:15 pm Where: Theatre North West (#36 - 556 North Nechako Road) How much: Free! What: Your Theatre Tours allows patrons to check out the parts of TNW’s venue that few get to see, with a literal behind-the-scenes look. RSVP to the TNW office, 250.563.6969. www.theatrenorthwest.com-
Welcome to ‘OnStage’ Every two months we will publish this special section to keep you aware of what’s happening in local Arts & Entertainment. If you have an event you want everyone to know about, tell us. It’s Free for local Not-for-Profit organizations. Send to: adsales@pgfreepress.com Deadline is June 2 to be included in June 6 issue Please note format, and include all info needed. Subject to space. Thank You STRAWBERRY TEA Who: The Elder Citizens Recreation Association When: Sat., May 3 9 am to 2 pm Where: At the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre - 1692 Tenth Ave. Prince George . 250-561- 9381 What: Strawberry Tea and Plant Sale How much: $5.00
OPEN HOUSE Who: Royal Canadian Legion What: Grand Opening. Open House Where: 1116 6th Ave When: April 26 9 am - 1 am Children welcome 9 am to 2 pm How much: Free!
MUSICIANS Who: Shiraz presents Exit Glow When: Saturday, April 26, 7:30 pm Where: Shiraz Café and Restaurant, #159 1600 15th Ave, Parkwood Mall How much: Free! What: flashes of pop, rock and folk
Who: Classic Country When.: May 23 and 24 What: A wonderful duo performing as Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette Where: Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 6th Ave How much: $20 Call the Legion 250-562-1292
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS Who: Royal Canadian Legion When: May 31 What: A Walk of Honour- Red Shirt Marathon- Support Our Troops Where: Fort George Park How much: Free!
GOSPEL SINGERS Who: The Gospel Singers from the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre When: Saturday, April 26 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. Where: At the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre - 1692 Tenth Ave. Prince George, 250-561- 9381 What: The Gospel Singers Present Elvis’ Gospel Favorites’, featuring pipers from the Prince George Pipe Band; also Dan Watt on guitar How Much: Adults $10.00; children 5-12 years $5.00 Hard of hearing headsets are available at the door.
MUSICIANS
To Laugh or to Cry?
Grand Opening
May 2014 ART AUCTION Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Saturday, May 3, 7:30pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Live Art Auction Bid against friends for the chance to acquire art by some of Canada’s most exciting established and upand-coming artists. How Much: 25/ticket, 40 for pair, 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
THEATRE Who: Theatre North West presents Your Theatre Talks When: May 8 Doors: 7:00 pm Where: Theatre North West (#36 556 North Nechako Road) How much: Free! What: Theatre North West Artistic Producer Samantha MacDonald gives an interactive talk about the current production, Bemused, and what it takes to stage a World Premiere. Refreshments provided by Hummus Brothers Tapas Bar. RSVP to the TNW office, 250.563.6969. www.theatrenorthwest.com
BRANCH 43 NEW LOCATION! 1116 6th Avenue
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 26 • 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Children welcome 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• April 26 – Grand Opening – Open House. • May 23 & 24 – Classic Country – A wonderful duo performing as Roy Orbison, Marty Robbins, Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette • May 31 – A Walk of Honour – Red Shirt Marathon – Support our Troops – held in Fort George Park 1116 6th Avenue Email: legion43@shaw.ca
250.562.1292
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A knee-slapping, toe-tapping, laugh riot show-biz comedy... with music!
ART Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Thursdays 5-9pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: MakerLab 2RG Open Make Night Take advantage of our multi-disciplinary workspace and bring a project to work on or try your hand at making something from our project collection. How Much: 4 drop in fee or 108 MakerLab membership 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
By Peter Fenton & Scott White Music & Lyrics by Scott White APRIL 24 - MAY 14
ART Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Sunday afternoons, 1-4pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Sunday Open Studio Drop in session for making art with your friends and family. Different activity each week. How Much: Regular admission. Members participate for free. 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
Tickets available at Books & Company 250.614.0039
CHILDREN’S ART Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: April 5-June 7, 10am - noon Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Morning Art Classes Morning art classes for children in Kindergarten through age 10 + Drawing and Painting for Adults How Much: 111-156 for 8 weeks, members receive a 10% discount 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
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ART Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Saturday, May 3, 1-5pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: Felting Workshop Learn basic felting techniques from Kathy Junker and Hugh Perkins and make an artful felted hat or git for someone. How Much: 88 workshop fee, 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
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ART Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Thursday, April 17, 7-9pm Where: Two Rivers Gallery (725 Civic Plaza) What: MakerLab 2RG Maker Trade Bring all those bits and pieces, tools and treasures that you are no longer using to trade or donate to MakerLab. How Much: 4 drop in fee or 108 MakerLab membership 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
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FELTING RETREAT Who: Two Rivers Gallery When: Saturday, May 3, 1-5pm Where: Dome Creek What: Dome Creek Felting Retreat Get away from the city and experience spring in the Robson Valley. Felt the day away inspired by the magical surroundings. How Much: 155 workshop fee, The cost includes transportation from the Gallery and back. 250-614-7800 www.tworiversgallery.ca
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