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INTERSPRING2016
JANUARY
15 Theory of a Deadman ...................................................................4
16 Les Pêcheurs de Perles | The Met: Live in HD ................... 2/3
18 Morning Musicale | Sarah Hagen & Martin Chalifour .............1
21 International Guitar Night...........................................................5
25 What We Did on our Holiday | Reel Alternatives................ 18
28 Corb Lund ........................................................................................6
30 Turandot | The Met: Live in HD .............................................. 2/3
FEBRUARY
4 Jane Eyre | National Theatre Live in HD ..................................7
11 The Paperboys ..............................................................................8
13 Sleeping Beauty | Canada’s Ballet Jörgen ..............................9
14 Palm Court Orchestra | A Downton Abbey Valentine ....... 19
16 Matt Andersen & the Bona Fide ..............................................10
20 Adagé Studio: Highlights Dance ...........................................n/a
22 Coming Home | Reel Alternatives ......................................... 18
25 Educational Concerts | Victoria Symphony Orchestra ....n/a
29 Morning Musicale | Sarah Hagen & Anne Grimm ...................1
MARCH
2 Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert .....................30
5 Manon Lescaut | The Met: Live in HD .................................. 2/3
5 Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert .....................30
6 Tafelmusik | House of Dreams .................................................20
10 I am Woman, Hear Me Laff | CWAV Fund Raiser ................. 11
11 Peter n’ Chris | Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel ........... 12
12 Harry Manx .................................................................................... 13
16 Jann Arden .................................................................................... 14
17 The Lonely | A Tribute to Roy Orbison ................................. 31
19 Afro-Cuban All Stars .................................................................. 15
21 Jimmy’s Hall | Reel Alternatives ............................................ 18
26 Victoria Symphony | 75th Anniversary Legacy Tour.........20
31-Apr 2 Anne of Green Gables | SIMTS ....................................... 21
Events Calendar
January - June 2016APRIL
2/3 Anne of Green Gables | SIMTS ................................................ 21
7 As You Like It | National Theatre Live in HD ...........................7
8 Completely Creedence ............................................................. 22
9 Welsh Men’s Choir with Cowichan Valley Youth Choir ... 23
11 Morning Musicale | Sarah Hagen & Ann Elliott-Goldschmid ...................................1
16 John McDermott ......................................................................... 31
16 Roberto Devereux | The Met: Live in HD ........................... 2/3
17 Palm Court Orchestra | The Trumpets Shall Sound ............ 19
23 Murray Hatfield & Teresa | An Incredible Evening of Magic ............................................... 24
24 Raffi #belugagrads Concert | Benefit to “Save Shawnigan Water” ..................................... 29
25 Second Mother | Reel Alternatives ......................................... 18
24-May 1 Just Dance Challenge ..................................................n/a
MAY
6/7 Mary Poppins | Duncan Christian School ............................. 25
9 Victoria Symphony Orchestra | Ode to Joy ........................20
13 Call Mr. Robeson ......................................................................... 16
14 Madama Butterfly | The Met: Live in HD ............................. 2/3
20/21 The Wizard of Oz | Chalkboard Theatre .......................... 26
28 Celtic Rhythm Dancers | Back to Tradition ..........................27
30 I’ll See You in my Dreams | Reel Alternatives ..................... 18
JUNE
4 Elektra | The Met: Live in HD ................................................. 2/3
9/10/11 Carlson’s School of Dance “Dancing on the Island” ............................................................. 28
18 Adagé Studio: Cinderella .......................................................... 29
27 Grandma | Reel Alternatives .................................................... 18
On the cover: Musician performing in Afro-Cuban All Stars, p. 15
TICKET CENTRE: 250.748.7529
Welcome!We are riding high after the busiest fall season in the theatre’s history in 2015! This busy trend continues into 2016 with more stellar performances. Canadian icon Jann Arden will perform here for the first time in her illustrious career and is sure to sell out. Canadian blues guitarist Matt Andersen returns to our stage for the third time
after winning international acclaim and awards. Music legends Afro-Cuban All Stars, who garnered international fame after the movie Buena Vista Social Club, will heat up winter with the lively energy and culture of Cuba. You won’t want to miss the second annual I Am Woman Hear Me Laff with a line-up of Canadian female comics which is a fundraiser for Cowichan Women Against Violence. We have so many shows happening that I can’t list them all! Stay up to date with the latest news about special discounts and advance ticket buys by subscribing to our email list. Go to cowichanpac.ca for the latest information. We look forward to seeing all of our loyal patrons again in 2016. As always, I will save you a seat!
Kirsten Schrader Manager, CVRD Arts & Culture
Thank you to our Partners and Sponsors
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Morning Musicalewith renowned pianist Sarah Hagen, 2015 Touring Artist of the Year*
Mondays at 10:30am
Back for its third season, Morning Musicale again features a stellar line-up of world-class musicians. Hosted by Sarah Hagen and featuring onstage seating, pre-concert chats and a table of treats, it’s an intimate musical experience that is the perfect Monday morning wake up.
Limited seating. Early ticket purchase recommended.
*BC Touring Council Award
Tickets $24 / Elder College $22 / eyeGo $5
SERIES SCHEDuLE
Monday, Jan 18 10:30am
Martin Chalifour, violin
Monday, Feb 29 10:30am
Anne Grimm, soprano
Monday, Apr 11 10:30am
Ann Elliott-Goldschmid,
violin
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The Met: Live in HDA wonderful way to spend a Saturday morning! Enjoy performances from the Metropolitan Opera, broadcast Live in HD from New York City.
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Individual Ticket Prices
Adult $27 / Senior $25 / Student $23 Child $16 / eyeGo $5
Compose Your Own Series & Save*
• Choose 3 or more operas and save $1.00 per show
• Choose 5 or more operas and save $2.50 per show
*This offer not valid for eyeGO tickets
spring 2016 schedule
Sat Jan 16 9:55am New ProductioN Les Pêcheurs de Perles
Sat Jan 30 9:55am Turandot
Sat Mar 5 9:55am New ProductioN Manon Lescaut
Sat Apr 16 9:55am Met PreMiere Roberto Devereux
Sat May 14 9:55am Madama Butterfly (encore)
Sat Jun 4 9:55am New ProductioN Elektra (encore)
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BizetLES PĒCHEURS DE PERLESRival pearl divers compete for the hand of Hindu priestess Leïla in Bizet’s gorgeous opera of lust and longing, returning to the Met for the first time in 100 years.
Sat Jan 16, 9:55am (encore)
DonizettiROBERTO DEVEREUXIn this Met premiere, soprano Sondra Radvanovsky takes on the extraordinary challenge of singing all three of Donizetti’s Tudor queens in the course of a single season.
Sat Apr 16, 9:55am
StraussELEKTRAVengeance obsessed Elektra is performed by soprano Nina Stemme—unmatched today in the heroic female roles of Strauss and Wagner.
Sat Jun 4, 9:55am (encore)
PucciniTURANDOTPrincess Turandot is a proud princess of legendary China, whose riddles doom every suitor seeking her hand. Can Prince Calàf be the one whose courtship succeeds?
Sat Jan 30 9:55am
PucciniMADAMA BUTTERFLYA Japanese girl’s ill-fated love for an American sailor turns tragic when he abandons her and then, years later, returns to claim their child.
Sat May 14, 9:55am (encore)
PucciniMANON LESCAUTDesperate passion ignites the Met stage when soprano Kristine Opolais and tenor Jonas Kaufmann join forces in Puccini’s obsessive love story.
Sat Mar 5, 9:55am
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Theory of a Deadmanwith special guests Age of Days
Friday, January 15 / 7:30pm
COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND GEE DAN PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
JUNO award-winning, Theory of a Deadman has been among the most distinctive and popular bands in hard rock.
Canadian multi-platinum selling rock band Theory of a Deadman, is touring UNPLUGGED 15 in celebration of 15 years as a band and this is their only Island stop. This is an intimate acoustic show and will include music from their entire catalogue.
Known for combining frank, earnest lyricism and extraordinary melodies with massive power and electrifying dynamics, this Vancouver-based band has earned a fervent fan following as well as a long line of hits.
Tickets $45
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International Guitar NightThursday, January 21 / 7:30pm
International Guitar Night (IGN) brings together the world’s foremost acoustic guitarists to perform their latest original compositions and exchange musical ideas. Founder Brian Gore will be joined by three of Europe’s finest acoustic guitarists: Gypsy Jazz legend Lulo Reinhardt, contemporary fingerstyle innovator Mike Dawes and multi-genre showman Andre Krengel.
This evening of solos, duets and quartets highlights the diversity within the world of acoustic guitar.
Tickets $30 / Student/CGF $27 / eyeGo $5
A dynamic and compelling evening of contemporary guitar music.
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JUNO award-winning, Corb Lund is touring his highly-anticipated new studio album, Things That Can’t Be Undone. This self-assured and mature album pairs Lund’s characteristically sharp songcraft with a bevy of new sounds, thrusting his mix of earnest Americana, rollicking honky tonk and rousing alt-country to new heights.
Backed by his long time band, The Hurtin’ Albertans, Lund was named ‘Roots Artist of the Year’ for seven consecutive years (2004-2010) by The Canadian Country Music Association.
Tickets $43.50
Corb Lundwith special guest Daniel Romano
Thursday, January 28 / 7:30pm
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National Theatre LiveBroadcast Live in HD from London, England
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This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms. Almost 170 years on, Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever.
Shakespeare’s glorious comedy of love and change comes to the National Theatre for the first time in over 30 years, with Rosalie Craig as Rosalind. With her father the Duke banished and in exile, Rosalind and her cousin Celia leave their lives in the court behind them and journey into the Forest of Arden.
Tickets: $25.50 / Senior: $22.75 / Student: $17.50 / Child: $17.50 / eyeGo: $5
Jane EyreThursday, February 4, 2016 7 pm
As You Like ItThursday, April 7, 2016 7 pm
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The PaperboysThursday, February 11 / 7:30pm
This JUNO award winning, Vancouver-based band serves up a blend of country-folk-celtic-bluegrass-rock with a bit of traditional Mexican music thrown in for good measure. Renowned for their energetic live performances, The Paperboys are the only multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, multi-generational, multi-lingual, multi-instrumental, genre bending, co-ed band you will hear today.
Adult $28 / Student/Senior $25 / eyeGo $5
“One of the most exciting bands to come out of the folk-roots corner”
– Roots Magazine
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Sleeping BeautySaturday, February 13 / 7:30pm
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Canada’s Ballet Jorgen’s major new production, Sleeping Beauty tells the enchanting story of Aurora and her prince set to the magnificent score by Tchaikovsky. With over 30 performers, this ballet is an exhilarating showcase of beautiful dancing. Choreographed by Bengt Jörgen who is known for his transformations of classical ballets into dramatically cohesive, beautifully crafted productions.
Adult $37 / Student/Senior $33 / Child $20 / eyeGo $5
Canada’s Ballet Jörgen is recognized for the innovation, warmth, humour and beauty in its works.
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Matt Andersen& the Bona Fide
Tuesday, February 16 / 7:30pm
Multi-award winning Matt Andersen has been enthralling audiences with his one of a kind performance around the world for years. A powerhouse performer with a giant soul-filled voice and commanding stage presence, Matt has built a formidable following the old fashioned way — touring worldwide and letting the converted audiences and Andersen devotees spread his reputation through word of mouth.
Tickets $39
“Canada’s greatest guitarist…Outrageous skill and contagious joy.” - The London Times
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I am Woman, Hear Me LaffThursday, March 10 / 7:30pm
Join famed female comediennes in their only show on Vancouver Island. Headliner Jen Grant is joined by Katie-Ellen Humphries, Michelle Shaughnessy, Jane Stanton and Sarah Hagen for this stand-up extravaganza. These popular Canadian comics will have you crying with laughter with their sizzling, fast-paced humour and wit.
I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff is an annual fundraiser for the Cowichan Women Against Violence Society (CWAV).
Adult $28 / Student $24
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Peter n’ ChrisMystery of the Hungry Heart Motel
Friday, March 11 / 7:30pm
“Sharp, nimble and extremely funny” – CBC
Three-time Canadian Comedy Award winning duo from Vancouver, Peter Carlone and Chris Wilson perform their most acclaimed show.
Poking fun at the horror and mystery genres, this show pays homage to your favourite moments in classic films like The Shining and Psycho and TV classics The Hardy Boys and Scooby Doo. It’s an hour of goofy, spoofy fun featuring manic performances and clever characterizations.
Adult $28 / Student/Senior $25 / eyeGo $5
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Harry ManxSaturday, March 12 / 7:30pm
Acclaimed musician Harry Manx has been dubbed an “essential link” between the music of the East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. His unique sound is bewitching and deliciously addictive to listen to.
Harry Manx has released 12 albums and has garnered many awards including, seven Maple Blues Awards, six JUNO nominations, the Canadian Folk Award in 2005 for Best Solo Artist and won CBC Radio’s “Great Canadian Blues Award” in 2007.
Adult $36 / CFG $32 / eyeGo $5
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“Canada’s most versatile and expressive blues player” – Billboard Magazine
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Jann ArdenWednesday, March 16 / 7:30pm
COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND GEE DAN PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
Multi-platinum artist Jann Arden is a Canadian icon and a brilliant talent. During her performances, Jann infuses her adult contemporary pop songs with soul-bearing honesty. She interposes this with her self-deprecating sense of humour and overall goofiness.
Calgary-native Jann has released 12 albums with 19 top ten singles. She has recieved eight JUNO awards including female artist and songwriter of the year and is the proud recipient of a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame.
Tickets $76
“Jann delivers one of the most entertaining shows in the business.” -Calgary Harold
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Juan de Marcos & the
Afro-Cuban All StarsSaturday, March 19 / 7:30pm
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The Afro-Cuban All Stars is a unique orchestra devoted to promoting the complete story of Cuban Music. With each show the remarkable orchestra exposes Cuba’s rich musical history interpreting all of its musical genres.
With nearly two decades of tremendous success-including four Grammy nominations and several award winning documentaries including Buena Vista Social Club, this band fuses contemporary, traditional and in essence the future styles of Cuban music.
Tickets $45 / Senior $40 / Student $35 / eyeGo $5
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Call Mr. RobesonFriday, May 13 / 7:30pm
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This multi-award winning play is a roller-coaster journey through Paul Robeson’s remarkable life, featuring some of his most famous songs and speeches. From his success as a professional football player, Columbia Law School graduate and Broadway actor to his involvement with the radical civil rights movement, this compelling performance charts the rise and fall of one of the 20th Century’s most impressive figures.
Adult $35 / Senior $30 / Student $25 / eyeGo $5
“A must-see experience, a treasure of a show.” - DC Theater Scene
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Art Galleryat the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre
February
Cheryl Bakke MartinBurning DesireMixed Media & Painting
May
Visions Artists Mixed media
MarchJames Thompson Island SynergyPhotographic prints on archival photo paper and canvas
JuneNeil Fatin Photography and BeyondFine art photography
AprilCowichan Valley Heritage Quilters Textile
Hours: Open to public one hour prior to show times or appointment.
For submissions contact manger at: [email protected]
Friends of the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre SocietyWe invite you to join us! Visit our table at the next theatre event.
Since 1991, the Friends have provided over $150,000 in equipment upgrades to enhance performances at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Visit cowichanpac.ca for a detailed list of upgrades to the theatre.
For more information or to get involved with the society, please call (250) 748-8833
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Tickets: Adult $12 / Student (rows A-C only) $5Series discount: 5 shows for $50All proceeds to Cowichan Valley Hospice services.Sign up for Reel Alternatives updates:[email protected]
A monthly fundraiser bringing Toronto International Film
Festival’s critically acclaimed films to the Cowichan Valley.
February 22, 2016 7pm
Coming HomeA devoted couple are forced to separate when one of them is arrested and sent to a labor camp as a
political prisoner during the Cultural Revolution.
March 21, 2016 7pm
Jimmy’s HallIn 1930s Ireland, political activist Jimmy Gralton
faces deportation for running a community hall for the arts.
April 25, 2016 7pm
The Second MotherUnspoken class barriers within a home come
crashing down when the live-in housekeeper’s daughter suddenly appears.
May 30, 2016 7pm
I’ll See You In My DreamsA long time widow begins relationships
with two men.
June 27, 2016 7pm
GrandmaA poet takes her granddaughter across Los
Angeles in search of the money she needs to terminate her unwanted pregnancy.
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CANADIAN LIGHT MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS
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Adapted by Donald Harron
Music by Norman Campbell
From the Novel by L.M. Montgomery
Drama Director: Laura Faulkner
Music Director: Mike Simkins
Choreographer: Joyce Scott
March 31 (Preview Night) / 7:30 pmApril 1 and 2 / 7:30 pmApril 2 & 3 / 2 pm
Students $20 / Seniors $30 / Adults $35$5 off Cowichan Performing Arts Centre Adult tickets with voucher from SIMTS member
www.cowichanmusicalsocietybc.ca
SOUTH ISLAND MUSICAL THEATRE SOCIETY PRESENTS
Anne of Green Gables
©2016
©Anne of Green Gables (Harron) is presented by special permission with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.
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These talented musicians have been selling out theatres on Vancouver Island. Book your seats early to ensure you are a part of this sense-sational visual and auditory experience.
Completely Creedence is a CCR tribute band that invites you to be transported back in time to an era of intense passions.
Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) was a popular rock band active in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. Their musical style encompassed the roots rock and swamp rock genres. Hits include Proud Mary, I Put a Spell On You, Suzie Q and many others.
This four piece musical group from Vancouver Island has been recording and performing together for over a decade. With Rod Campbell on drums, George Milutinovic on bass and Richard Spencer on guitar, Jamie Robertson’s voice has the ideal platform to soar skyward.
Audiences have expressed how remarkably similar Fogerty and Robertson’s voices are. Join us on a night of musical experience as we transport you back in time and put a spell on you.
Tickets $35
Friday, April 8 / 7:30pm
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The Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir was founded in 1980 and is Canada’s largest male voice auditioned choir with over 100 singers of diverse backgrounds.
The choir maintains a Welsh singing tradition within a varied repertoire of folk songs, spirituals, show tunes and Canadiana and is now in its eleventh season under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Jonathan Quick.
Adult: $30 / Student/Senior: $28 / Child: $11.50
Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choirwith the Cowichan Valley Youth Choir
Saturday, April 9 / 7:30 pm
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DUNCAN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESENTS
“Jaw-dropping Illusions” – Edmonton Journal
“Seriously Funny” – Victoria Times Colonist
Unbelievable magic, interactive comedy and state-of-the-art illusions come together to create an evening of pure family entertainment. Internationally renowned illusionists Murray Hatfield & Teresa, plus one or two special performers, present a fast-paced and funny show which includes split second exchanges, people appearing and disappearing and even an audience member floating in mid-air.
A fundraiser to benefit the Clements Centre, assisting persons with developmental disabilities.
Tickets $20
Murray Hatfield & TeresaAn Incredible Evening of Magic
Saturday, April 23 / 4pm & 7pm
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DUNCAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL PRESENTS
and CAMERON MACKINTOSH
T HE BROADWAY MU S IC A L
May 6 & 7 / 7pm
Adults $20 / Students (13-18) $15 / Child (6-12) $10, 5 and under $5
Tickets available at the Cowichan Ticket Centre 250-748-7529 or cowichanpac.ca
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CHALKBOARD THEATRE PRESENTS
May 20 / 7pm & May 21 / 2pm
Tickets $12.50
Tickets available at the Cowichan Ticket Centre
250-748-7529
www.chalkboardtheatre.com
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JUDY HOGG’S CELTIC RHYTHM DANCERS PRESENT
Dancers from age three to adult will perform in a uniquely upbeat move ‘Back to Tradition’.
The show will feature lots of traditional Highland, Scottish and Celtic dances — some with a modern twist!
$19 adults / $16 students/seniors
$1 from each ticket goes to Cowichan Valley Performing Arts Foundation
Back to TraditionSaturday, May 28 / 7 pm
CARLSON’S SCHOOL OF DANCE PRESENTS
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Enjoy another spectacular Carlson’s School of Dance showcase. This performance highlights another season of inspiring dance along with the hard work of students from beginner to advanced levels. See the best in ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, musical theatre and more.
Tickets TBA
Dancing on the IslandThursday, June 9 / 6:30pmFriday, June 10 / 6:30pmSaturday, June 11 / 2pm
Mijen Multimedia
Carlson’s School of Dance
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SATURDAY, JUNE 18th 2016 At the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE COWICHAN VALLEY PERFORMING ARTS BOX OFFICE
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Saturday, June 18Tickets available at the Cowichan Ticket Centre 250-748-7529
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CowichanMusicFestival
Local artistic talent is showcased at this annual
multi-disciplinary competition in Dance, Music, Instruments (and bands), Piano, Speech Arts, Vocal and Choral (Classical Voice and Musical Theatre).
Three concerts celebrate the best of theparticipants’ achievements, including two separateHighlights Concerts.
Gala ConcertSunday, February 21, 2pmDuncan United Church
Adult $5 / Child $3Tickets at the door
Highlights Concerts
Festival’s Major Award Winners
Wednesday, March 2, 7pm& Saturday, March 5, 7pm
Adult $15.50 / Child $10.50Buy both concerts and save $5: $26(Adult tickets only)
Tickets at the Cowichan Ticket Centre2687 James Street (250) 748-7529
Programs available at Duncan Music, Pioneer Video, Body Wrapsody Dance and Fitness in Duncan; Valley Vines to Wines in Mill Bay.
February 9 - March 5
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John McDermottTraditionally YoursSaturday, April 16 - 7:30pmTickets: $47.50 (incl. tax and handling fees)
“John McDermott is the real thing - with a sound as pure and achingly beautiful as the ancient countryside.” - Chicago Sun Times
A delectable evening of story and song, delivered with charm and grace by the consummate craftsman himself.
PORTALS' goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Councilmembers and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
FALL / WINTER 2015 Exhibition Schedule:
August 5 – August 29 Print Makers Only Group (POG)Exhibition and Sale
Sept. 9 – Sept. 29 Word and Vision, Part 2 – A Vision Of WordsLiterary and Visual Art Show
Oct. 2 – Oct. 20 Angela Anderson and Stephen LouisPainting and Photography Show
Oct. 22 – Nov. 10 Current Threads 2015: Garden TapestryVancouver Island Surface Design AssociationGroup Fibre Arts Show
Nov. 14 – Dec. 5 Teeny Tiny Art Works ShowA Seasonal Favourite Featuring Small Works
Dec. 7 – Dec. 19 Veronica Scott Solo ShowGlass Art
Jan. 5 – Jan. 22, 2016 Spirit Works Group Art Show
Jan. 26 – Feb.13, 2016 Annual 'studentWorks' Group ShowArtwork created by CVAC's Youth Outreach Program Participants
PORTALS Art Space Hours: Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pm, Saturdays from 10 – 1pm.Extended fall hours on Saturdays between October and December, 10 – 5pm. ClosedSundays and Holidays.
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC, 250.746.1633, [email protected]
PORTALS' goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Councilmembers and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
FALL / WINTER 2015 Exhibition Schedule:
August 5 – August 29 Print Makers Only Group (POG)Exhibition and Sale
Sept. 9 – Sept. 29 Word and Vision, Part 2 – A Vision Of WordsLiterary and Visual Art Show
Oct. 2 – Oct. 20 Angela Anderson and Stephen LouisPainting and Photography Show
Oct. 22 – Nov. 10 Current Threads 2015: Garden TapestryVancouver Island Surface Design AssociationGroup Fibre Arts Show
Nov. 14 – Dec. 5 Teeny Tiny Art Works ShowA Seasonal Favourite Featuring Small Works
Dec. 7 – Dec. 19 Veronica Scott Solo ShowGlass Art
Jan. 5 – Jan. 22, 2016 Spirit Works Group Art Show
Jan. 26 – Feb.13, 2016 Annual 'studentWorks' Group ShowArtwork created by CVAC's Youth Outreach Program Participants
PORTALS Art Space Hours: Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pm, Saturdays from 10 – 1pm.Extended fall hours on Saturdays between October and December, 10 – 5pm. ClosedSundays and Holidays.
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC, 250.746.1633, [email protected]
PORTALS' goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Councilmembers and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
FALL / WINTER 2015 Exhibition Schedule:
August 5 – August 29 Print Makers Only Group (POG)Exhibition and Sale
Sept. 9 – Sept. 29 Word and Vision, Part 2 – A Vision Of WordsLiterary and Visual Art Show
Oct. 2 – Oct. 20 Angela Anderson and Stephen LouisPainting and Photography Show
Oct. 22 – Nov. 10 Current Threads 2015: Garden TapestryVancouver Island Surface Design AssociationGroup Fibre Arts Show
Nov. 14 – Dec. 5 Teeny Tiny Art Works ShowA Seasonal Favourite Featuring Small Works
Dec. 7 – Dec. 19 Veronica Scott Solo ShowGlass Art
Jan. 5 – Jan. 22, 2016 Spirit Works Group Art Show
Jan. 26 – Feb.13, 2016 Annual 'studentWorks' Group ShowArtwork created by CVAC's Youth Outreach Program Participants
PORTALS Art Space Hours: Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pm, Saturdays from 10 – 1pm.Extended fall hours on Saturdays between October and December, 10 – 5pm. ClosedSundays and Holidays.
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC, 250.746.1633, [email protected]
Ticket Centre 250.748.7529
PORTALS’ goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Council members and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
Focusing on creative excellence, PORTALS showcases the integration of all types of creative and artistic genres of both CVAC members and the community at large.
WINTER / SPRING 2015 EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Jan 6 – Jan 23 Providence House Providence Farm Group Show
Jan 27 – Feb 13 We ♥ Volunteers Annual PORTALS Volunteer Appreciation Show
Feb 17 – Mar 6 studentWorks Annual Youth Outreach Program (YOP) Student Show
Mar 10 – Mar 31 Word and Vision – Part 1 Literary Arts Show
Apr 7 – Apr 22 Cowichan Valley Artisans Annual Group Show
Apr 29 – May 3 Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show 45th Annual Group Art Show
May 6 – May 26 “Best of the Best” Group Show Selected juried pieces from the Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show
PORTALS Hours:Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pmSaturdays 10 – 1pmClosed Sundays and Holidays
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC (250) [email protected]
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COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL
Ticket Centre 250.748.7529
PORTALS’ goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Council members and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
Focusing on creative excellence, PORTALS showcases the integration of all types of creative and artistic genres of both CVAC members and the community at large.
WINTER / SPRING 2015 EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Jan 6 – Jan 23 Providence House Providence Farm Group Show
Jan 27 – Feb 13 We ♥ Volunteers Annual PORTALS Volunteer Appreciation Show
Feb 17 – Mar 6 studentWorks Annual Youth Outreach Program (YOP) Student Show
Mar 10 – Mar 31 Word and Vision – Part 1 Literary Arts Show
Apr 7 – Apr 22 Cowichan Valley Artisans Annual Group Show
Apr 29 – May 3 Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show 45th Annual Group Art Show
May 6 – May 26 “Best of the Best” Group Show Selected juried pieces from the Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show
PORTALS Hours:Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pmSaturdays 10 – 1pmClosed Sundays and Holidays
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC (250) [email protected]
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COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL
Ticket Centre 250.748.7529
PORTALS’ goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Council members and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
Focusing on creative excellence, PORTALS showcases the integration of all types of creative and artistic genres of both CVAC members and the community at large.
WINTER / SPRING 2015 EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Jan 6 – Jan 23 Providence House Providence Farm Group Show
Jan 27 – Feb 13 We ♥ Volunteers Annual PORTALS Volunteer Appreciation Show
Feb 17 – Mar 6 studentWorks Annual Youth Outreach Program (YOP) Student Show
Mar 10 – Mar 31 Word and Vision – Part 1 Literary Arts Show
Apr 7 – Apr 22 Cowichan Valley Artisans Annual Group Show
Apr 29 – May 3 Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show 45th Annual Group Art Show
May 6 – May 26 “Best of the Best” Group Show Selected juried pieces from the Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show
PORTALS Hours:Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pmSaturdays 10 – 1pmClosed Sundays and Holidays
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC (250) [email protected]
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COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL
Ticket Centre 250.748.7529
PORTALS’ goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Council members and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
Focusing on creative excellence, PORTALS showcases the integration of all types of creative and artistic genres of both CVAC members and the community at large.
WINTER / SPRING 2015 EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Jan 6 – Jan 23 Providence House Providence Farm Group Show
Jan 27 – Feb 13 We ♥ Volunteers Annual PORTALS Volunteer Appreciation Show
Feb 17 – Mar 6 studentWorks Annual Youth Outreach Program (YOP) Student Show
Mar 10 – Mar 31 Word and Vision – Part 1 Literary Arts Show
Apr 7 – Apr 22 Cowichan Valley Artisans Annual Group Show
Apr 29 – May 3 Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show 45th Annual Group Art Show
May 6 – May 26 “Best of the Best” Group Show Selected juried pieces from the Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show
PORTALS Hours:Monday thru Friday from 10 – 5pmSaturdays 10 – 1pmClosed Sundays and Holidays
2687 James Street, Duncan, BC (250) [email protected]
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PORTALS’ goal is to be an inspiring “go to” place in which Cowichan Valley Arts Council members and visitors share local, regional and national arts, culture and heritage information.
www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca
WINTER/SPRING 2016 Exhibition ScheduleJan 5-22 Spirit Works Group Art Show
Jan 26 - Feb 13 Annual ‘studentWorks’ Group Show Artwork created by CVAC’s Youth Outreach Program Participants
Feb 16 - Mar 4 “Of Land and Sea” Portraits of Coastal Food Producers Ken Miner, tintypist and photographic artist
Mar 8 - 24 Karen Trickett, Coventry Woodworks Solo Exhibition
Mar 30 - Apr 16 Clements Centre Group Art Show
Apr 27 - May 1 Cowichan Valley Fine Art Show 46th Annual Group Art Show Cowichan Suites and PORTALS
May 10 - Jun 1 Rent-A-Wall Group Art Show
All Studios are open to public year roundFor more information, brochures and a map see our web site.