Festival Place - Season Guide 2019/20

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THEATRE SEASON 2019/20

Book by Roger O. Hirson Music and Lyrics by Steven Schwartz November 20–30, 2019

By Arthur Miller January 29– February 8, 2020

Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin

The Musical MACEWAN BOX OFFICE Allard Hall, 11110 – 104 Avenue 780-497-4470 Tickets can be ordered online at Tickets.MacEwan.ca

Book by Heather Hach March 25–April 4, 2020


Symphony of Sorrowful Songs with Stephanie Kwan and Krystian Sekowski November 2, 2019 Genre: Classical/Vocal

The Genesius Duo brings its audiences symphonic works that dare plunge into the depths of human emotion, both the heroic and the tragic, during times of War. Experience these musical memoirs through the dark Tragic Overture of Panufnik, stand amongst the prisoners of the concentration camps by listening to the 2nd movement of Symphony of Sorrowful Songs by Gorecki, bear witness to the genocide of Martinu's fellow Czechians in Memorial to Lidice, and allow yourself to be enveloped by the darkness and grandeur of Shostakovich's dramatic Fifth Symphony, one that reflects the struggles and resistance of both the common man and soldier alike. The program finds hope in the optimism found in the music of Granados and Milhaud, while the unrelenting energy of Lutoslawski's famous Variations on a Theme by Paganini will bring us to the midst of battle. This piano-duo experience will bring to life the emotions and experiences that connect peoples across time to those lost in the devastating World Wars.

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The East Pointers November 7, 2019 Genre: Celtic

There’s a reason, beyond their dazzling musicianship and wildly entertaining live shows that The East Pointers have connected with audiences right across the globe, making new, original roots music the hippest, most vibrant thing going. The reason? The East Pointers - fiddler/singer Tim Chaisson, banjoist Koady Chaisson and guitarist Jake Charron – write about real life, sketching out its joys and sorrows in vivid strokes. As a follow-up to their 2015 internationally acclaimed, JUNO Award-winning debut Secret Victory, their sophomore album What We Leave Behind shares stories previously unheard but framed by a familiar context. With a captivating balance between their traditional-sounding instrumental tunes, and catchy radio-ready songs, The East Pointers reach out with open arms to a wide range of listeners, inviting them to discover a new love of folk music.

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Kim Churchill, w/ Ocie Elliott November 12, 2019 Genre: World

Kim Churchill’s style is explosive, with intricate fingerpicking, percussive beats, powerful harmonica melodies and a soulful voice. His songwriting reflects his coastal lifestyle – growing up on the East Coast of Australia, with the surf at his front door - and his nomadic life on the road. Whether he’s blazing through a distorted guitar solo or harmonising with himself over feather-light instrumentation, there’s a sense that his music is authentic. His ambitious new venture, a global multi-EP project, features songs that tap into the people and environments of some of his favourite parts of the world — Germany, Canada, the UK and (naturally) his own land down under — in collaboration with local artists and producers.

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Shaun Majumder’s HATE Tour November 18, 2019 Genre: Comedy

Host and Gemini Award-winning actor/comedian Shaun Majumder hails from Burlington, Newfoundland (population 350). He starred in the Farrelly Brothers Fox comedy Unhitched in 2008 before his Comedy Central Presents special debuted; he’s since appeared on 24, Cedric the Entertainer Presents, and was one of the principle cast members of This Hour Has 22 Minutes for years. His documentary series Majumder Manor told the story of his dream to transform his home town into a high-end, sustainable tourist destination and ran for 2 seasons on the W Network. Film credits include Harold and Kumar go to White Castle, The Ladies Man, Pushing Tin, Purpose and Bob Funk, and he’s hosted the Just for Laughs Comedy festival TV series for three seasons. He currently splits his time between Los Angeles, Halifax, and Newfoundland. *Please Note: Content in this show is most suitable for ages 18+

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Aznavour, The Story of a Legend Friday, November 29, 2019 Genre: Classical/Vocal

Charles Aznavour’s musical career spanned more then 7 decades. He wrote and recorded over 1200 songs, singing them in a variety of different languages and selling more then 180 million records worldwide. Formidable, created in honour of Aznavour, plunges us into the streets of Paris at the time of “La Bohème”. Surrounded by five French musicians, Jules Grison embodies, lives and vibrates to the rhythm of the music; a show in the purest tradition of the great French song and the most beautiful tribute ever made on Charles Aznavour’s career — with his approval!

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The Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation presents:

The 12th Annual Festival of Trees

Friday, November 22, 2019 (5:00PM - 9:00pm - Ticketed Event) Saturday, November 23, 2019 (9:30am - 5:00pm, FREE) Genre: Fundraiser Following on the tradition of a community based event, the Festival of Trees will take place at Festival Place on November 22-23, 2019. Friday evening begins with a ticketed gala event that will provide an opportunity for recognition of the sponsors, tree donors and an opportunity for guests to place bids on a one-of-kind tree of their choice. Entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided. On Saturday November 23, the event will be open to the general public to view the trees, enjoy local musical entertainment and celebrate with a children’s art and craft area. www.festivalplacefoundation.ca

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Sultan’s of String Christmas Caravan with Special Guest Rebecca Campbell November 30, 2019 Genre: World

“An amazing worldbeat Christmas where even the tried and true is taken to such new and amazing lengths. Very hot stuff clearly made to chase the cold winter away.” - Midwest Record, USA Celebrate the season with an adventurous musical trip around the world! 3x JUNO award nominees Sultans of String deliver an exuberant performance featuring band originals, world-music inspired classics and seasonal favourites to warm your heart on a cold winter’s night. From fiery fiddle tunes to a Caribbean sleigh ride, this surprising and delightful holiday fiesta heats up when they bring their signature sound to well known gems such as “Jesu”, a djembe-driven “Little Drummer Boy”, a Gypsy-jazz inspired “Django Christmas” and a Rumba Flamenca-fuelled “Jingle Bells”. Sponsored by

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Susan Aglukark Christmas Show

Sunday, December 1, 2019 Genre: Indigenous

Susan Aglukark is one of Canada’s most unique artists and a leading voice in Canadian music. She blends the Inuktitut and English languages with contemporary pop music arrangements to tell the stories of her people, the Inuit of Arctic Canada. The emotional depth and honesty of her lyrics; her pure, clear voice and themes of hope, spirit and encouragement have captivated and inspired listeners from all walks of life. Susan has garnered 3 Juno awards, received The Order of Canada in 2005 and most recently was awarded the Governor Generals Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award (June-2016).

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December 13-30, 2019 • Tickets On Sale Now www.festivalplace.ab.ca or 780-449-3378


Season Listing

Lee Harvey Osmond - November 20

November 2019 November 1 The Legendary Downchild Blues Band – 50th Anniversary Tour Blues SOLD OUT November 1 Maddie Storvold Singer/Songwriter Café Series by Qualico Communities November 2 Symphony of Sorrowful Songs with Stephanie Kwan and Krystian Sekowski Classical/Vocal November 2 Pretty Archie Country/Bluegrass Café Series by Qualico Communities November 7 The East Pointers Celtic November 8 Lemon Bucket Orkestra World November 9 The Young' Uns Folk November 12 Kim Churchill with Special Guest Ocie Elliott World November 13 Colin Linden Blues November 15 Fortunate Ones Folk November 16 Alex Cuba World November 18 Shaun Majumder’s HATE Tour Comedy November 20 Lee Harvey Osmond with Special Guest Lynne Hanson Folk November 21 Hawksley Workman Pop/Rock November 21 Old Man Luedecke Singer/Songwriter Café Series by Qualico Communities November 22 & 23 Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation Presents: The 12th Annual Festival of Trees Fundraiser November 22 Ashley MacIsaac Celtic

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Season Listing

Laila Biali - February 8

November 23 November 29 November 29 November 30

Classic Albums Live Presents: Pink Floyd The Wall Pop/Rock Formidable! Aznavour, The Story of a Legend Classical/Vocal Big Hank's Tribute to the Blues Songs of Christmas featuring the R&B Kingpins Blues Café Series by Qualico Communities Sultans of String Christmas Caravan with Special Guest Rebecca Campbell World

December 2019 December 1 Susan Aglukark Christmas Show Indigenous December 1 The Brother Brothers Folk Café Series by Qualico Communities December 13-30 Oklahoma! Special Event

January 2020 January 17 January 18 January 31

An Evening with Jack Semple Blues Tebey Country/Bluegrass Little Miss Higgins Country/Bluegrass Café Series by Qualico Communities

February 2020 February 7 February 7 February 8 February 13 February 14 February 15 February 16 18

Hillsburn Pop/Rock The Small Glories County/Bluegrass Café Series by Qualico Communities Laila Biali Jazz Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar Blues Peking Acrobats Family Peking Acrobats Family Classic Albums Live Presents: Tom Petty Damn the Torpedoes Pop/Rock


Sue Foley & Crystal Shawanda - April 11

March 2020 March 5-8 March 7 March 13 March 13 March 14 March 15 & 16 March 20

Festival Players for Kids Presents: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Family Ken Stead Singer/Songwriter Café Series by Qualico Communities Ray Bonneville Blues Café Series by Qualico Communities Dervish Celtic Red Dirt Skinners Country/Bluegrass Café Series by Qualico Communities Colin James Blues SOLD OUT The Celtic Tenors Classical/Vocal

April 2020 April 8 April 9 April 14 April 25

Shane Koyczan Spoken Word Still Crazy - The Music of Paul Simon Pop/Rock Sue Foley & Crystal Shawanda Blues The Southern Rock Revue Featuring The Cooper Brothers With Special Guests! Country/Bluegrass

June 2020 June 4

Black Hen Travelling Roadshow Folk

Series' Sponsors Café Series & Patio Series:

Special thanks to our series and outreach sponsors which have supported specific aspects of our season.

Comedy Series:

Country/Bluegrass Series:

Family Series:

Indigenous Series:

Music Sponsor:

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The Peking Acrobats

Friday, February 14, 2020 - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 - 1:00 p.m. Genre: Family For the last thirty two years, The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs and display their technical prowess at such arts as trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting, and gymnastics. They push the limits of human ability, defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility, and control. The Peking Acrobats are often accompanied by live musicians who skillfully play traditional Chinese instruments; the timehonoured Chinese music coalesces with high-tech special effects and aweinspiring acrobatic feats, creating an exuberant entertainment event with the festive pageantry of a Chinese Carnival. Sponsored by

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Festival Players for Kids Presents:

Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs

March 5-8, 2020 2:00 p.m. (March 7 & 8) 6:30 p.m. (March 5,6,7 & 8) Genre: Family

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, tells the sweet story of an innocent young beauty who is banished from the kingdom and who, with the help of seven lovable dwarfs, ultimately finds everlasting true love. Complete with colourful music and dance, this bewitching dramatization of the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm has all the favorite characters: beautiful Snow White and her father, the good-hearted king; her stepmother, the wicked queen who likes to admire herself as she chants, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all�; the dwarfs and of course the gallant, handsome prince. For 13 years, the Festival Players for Kids have been bringing fun and creative theatre to audiences in the capital region. Performed by a talented cast of local children and guided by a skilled group of industry professionals, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is sure to be great for kids and kids at heart! Sponsored by

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Festival place staff Logan Beach

Customer Service Representative

Cody Boyd

Assistant House Technician

Crysta Brown

Fund Development

Keri Clark

Performing Arts Assistant

Steve Derpack

Artistic Director and Facility Supervisor

Kathleen Empey

Accounting Assistant II

Crystal Gibbons

Customer Service Representative

Lisa Hamly

Customer Service Representative

Allene Hodgins

Building Monitor

Carly Holm

Customer Service Representative

Mim Keryliuk

Building Monitor

Cindy MacGowan Volunteer Coordinator Brandy Morrison

Customer Service Representative

Susan Mullen

Performing Arts Programmer

Chuma Nwobosi

Customer Service Representative

James Odenbach

House/ Lighting Technician

Marcie Pringle

Box Office Supervisor & Customer Service Representative

Wade Screpnek

Day Porter

Ron Smith

House Technician

Peggy Thomas

Event and Promotions Representative

Robbie Tkachyk

Technical Director

Rob Swyrd

Festival Place Photographer

Thanks to the many community volunteers that make our guests so welcome.

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