The Oakville Centre For The Performing Arts 2015-2016 Season

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2015/2016 SEASON OakvilleCentre.ca Box Office: 905-815-2021

TICKETS ON SALE Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11 a.m.

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The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts

2015/2016 Season ON SALE DATES Big Ticket Plus members Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Big Ticket members Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Public on sale Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11 a.m.

To purchase tickets visit OakvilleCentre.ca or call the box office at 905-815-2021.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

BECOME A BIG TICKET MEMBER AND SAVE!

The generous support of our corporate sponsors helps us to nurture Canadian talent, bring the world’s best artists here to Oakville and build the cultural strength of the community.

Buy tickets before the general public and choose your seats first!

The corporations listed below have distinguished themselves as leaders in our local community.

Have one membership good for the whole family!

Buy a Big Ticket Membership for $55 & receive: • The ability to purchase tickets one week before the general public • Savings up to $7 off the regular price of each ticket you purchase • Receive a $20 tax receipt

Buy a Big Ticket PLUS Membership for $110 & receive: The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts 130 Navy Street, Oakville ON L6J 2Z4 All performances take place in either the Willson Auditorium or the Studio Theatre.

The Oakville Centre is a division of the Recreation and Culture Department of the Town of Oakville

• The ability to purchase tickets two weeks before the general public • Savings up to $11 off the regular price of each ticket you purchase • Receive a $50 tax receipt • Receive a $25 gift certificate from Paradiso Restaurant

CALL 905-815-2021

AFTER SHOW ARTIST CHATS The After Show Artist Chat is your opportunity to learn more about the artist’s background, their interpretation of the work or what makes them tick.

With the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage we are pleased to announce a series of complimentary After Show Artist Chats with a moderated discussion between the artist(s) and a featured guest moderator. These informal discussions around the creative process will be hosted by Paradiso Restaurant, located right across the street from the theatre.

Each chat will start a few minutes after the show at Paradiso and run for no longer than 30 minutes. Tickets for the After Show Artist Chats are available on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11 a.m., the first day of public ticket sales.

There is a limit of four tickets per purchaser.

Just look for the “Artist Chat” icon!

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Oakville Centre Travel Tour Saturday, November 21, 2015 to Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Join us for a four night/five day performing arts adventure tour to New York City on a deluxe motor coach. Experience the best of NYC with like-minded theatre fans from Oakville and surrounding area.

Hosted by Uniglobe Adventure House Travel and representatives from the Oakville Centre, this trip will be a one of a kind experience where you can enjoy the best of New York City.

Your trip includes: • Four nights’ accommodation at the Row NYC Hotel • Daily breakfast at the hotel • Two group dinners at Sardis and Bond 45 • Tickets to two Broadway shows – Matilda and Finding Neverland* *Performances subject to availability

• Round trip transportation by Pacific Western deluxe motor coach • Ample time scheduled for shopping, self-guided sightseeing and optional tours of New York City

Presented by the Toronto All-Star Big Band

Package Price: • CAD $1,899 per person (based on double occupancy) • CAD $2,395 for single occupancy Price includes all taxes and gratuities

Book Your Tour Today!

Ginette Ford – Uniglobe Adventure House Travel 101-1660 North Service Rd. E., Oakville, ON L6H 7G3 905-845-6631 (local) 1-800-268-3273 ginette@advhouse.com Presented by Johnny Showtime

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IN CONVERSATION WITH...

Series The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, Oakville Public Library and A Different Drummer Books are pleased to present a new series that will feed the inquisitive mind.

In Conversation With is a speaker series providing you with an opportunity to hear, ask questions and meet three of Canada’s top influencers and authors.

Presented by The Oakville Centre, Oakville Public Library and A Different Drummer Books

Dr. DAVID SUZUKI

LAWRENCE HILL

Letters to My Grandchildren

The Illegal

BOB McDONALD Host of CBC’s Quirks & Quarks

Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 7 p.m.

Monday, October 5, 2015 at 7 p.m.

Being There: Science As I've Seen It

All Tickets $20

All Tickets $20

Monday, February 29, 2016 at 8 p.m.

In Letters to My Grandchildren, revered environmentalist David Suzuki draws on his experiences and wisdom gained over his life to pass on to future generations. Through inspiring letters to his grandchildren, Suzuki offers grandfatherly advice mixed with reflections from his and Canada’s past, speaking personally and passionately about their future.

The Illegal, coming out this Fall, is Lawrence Hill’s fourth novel and tenth book. Hill’s last novel was The Book of Negroes, an international bestseller and winner of various awards including The Commonwealth Writers Prize and CBC Radio’s Canada Reads. He cowrote the adaptation for the six-part television miniseries of The Book of Negroes which was filmed in South Africa and Nova Scotia. It aired earlier this year on CBC in Canada and BET in the United States.

Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca

Mr. Hill travelled widely to deliver the 2013 Massey Lectures, based on his nonfiction book Blood: The Stuff of Life.

Tickets are also available at all OPL branches and at A Different Drummer Books All prices include taxes and handling fees.

All net proceeds will benefit the David Suzuki Foundation

All Tickets $30

After more than 30 years of reporting on science, this journalist has seen a lot, from the exploration of our entire solar system by robots, to the computer and genetic revolutions that have profoundly changed our lives. We live in remarkable times where the most powerful tools humanity has ever known are in our grasp. Do we have the wisdom to use these tools wisely?

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Oakville Centre

FAMILY Series BUY MORE & SAVE! Purchase three or more shows in the Oakville Centre Family Series and save $5 per ticket*. *Discount not available for Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live!.

Presented by The Oakville Centre in association with Whole Foods Market Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

VITALY – EVENING OF WONDERS PERCY JACKSON & THE LIGHTNING THIEF Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.

Recommended for ages 6-11 Single $20 | Purchase 3 or more shows $15 ea.

DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE!

Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8 and up Single $20 | Purchase 3 or more shows $15 ea.

“…one of the most captivating and enjoyable illusionists performing in the world.”

– Chilliwack Progress

THE CAT IN THE HAT Friday, February 19, 2016 at 7 p.m.

Based on the book by Dr. Seuss Adapted and originally directed by Katie Mitchell Recommended for ages 2-9 Single $20 | Purchase 3 or more shows $15 ea.

CHARLOTTE’S WEB

SHARON, BRAM & FRIENDS

Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 1 p.m. & 4 p.m.

Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 8, 2016 at 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.

Based on the television show produced by The Fred Rogers Company.

Recommended for ages 4-10 Single $20 | Purchase 3 or more shows $15 ea.

Recommended for all ages Single $20 | Purchase 3 or more shows $15 ea.

Recommended for ages 2-8 | Single $35

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Dan Cooper

DANNY MICHEL AND JEREMY FISHER

CONCERT Series

Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $45 | Big Ticket $38 | Big Ticket Plus $34

“If you’ve seen Danny live in concert, you’re probably already a fan. If you haven’t, you are missing out on one of this country’s undiscovered musical treasures.” - Toronto Star

JILL BARBER Date to be announced Regular $50 | Big Ticket $43 | Big Ticket Plus $39

“Barber’s voice, a sultry mix of greats like Dusty Springfield and Ronnie Spector, is the ultimate weapon. There is no logical reason why Barber shouldn’t be a household name at this point.” - Ken Kelley, MusicNerd.ca

HERITAGE BLUES ORCHESTRA Presented by The Oakville Centre Sponsored by The Dan Cooper Group Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $60 | Big Ticket $53 | Big Ticket Plus $49

“An intriguing new band… at once new and timeless.” - The Wall Street Journal “The Heritage Blues Orchestra is a welcome new sound bringing a sense of urgency to the blues, and And Still I Rise is an invigorating indication of renewal.” - All About Jazz

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LINDI ORTEGA Friday, December 11, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $48 | Big Ticket $41 | Big Ticket Plus $37

The two-time Juno award nominee continues to deliver a refreshing twist that walks vintage and contemporary lines in imaginative and inventive manners.

54•40, Unplugged

“Canada’s best-kept country secret.”

Friday, January 15, 2016 at 8 p.m.

- Phil Johnson, The Independant

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $60 | Big Ticket Plus $58

STEVE HACKETT North American Tour 2015 Monday, November 30 and Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 8 p.m.

All Tickets $100

Featuring From Acolyte to Wolfflight plus Genesis Classics (1970-1977), including The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, The Cinema Show and more…

54·40 has an unbelievable catalogue of hit songs that they can pull from to include in their live performances. Songs such as Baby Ran, She La, Casual Viewin’, One Gun, Ocean Pearl, Love You All, Music Man, I Go Blind, One Day In Your Life, Assoholic, Radio Luv Song, Baby Have Some Faith, Miss You, Blame Your Parents, Easy to Love, Crossing a Canyon, Since When, Nice to Luv You, and Lies to Me. “I simply can’t find the right words to describe 54.40, one of the most respected Canadian bands ever. Can one possibly gauge the accomplishments they have attained during their two-decade-long journey in one sentence? The answer in my mind is no.” - Scene Magazine

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THE TREWS – ACOUSTIC Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $68 | Big Ticket $61 | Big Ticket Plus $57

“After ten years, five albums, and 13 top 10 Canadian radio singles (including two number ones), The Trews have more than earned their place among Canada’s top rock acts.”

- Juliette Jagge, The Independant

THE LEGENDARY DOWNCHILD BLUES BAND Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 8 p.m.

BRUCE COCKBURN Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $82 | Big Ticket $75 | Big Ticket Plus $71

Cockburn’s albums have sold over 7 million copies worldwide. He is revered by fans and fellow musicians alike as one of the most important songwriters of his generation.

An Officer of the Order of Canada, he has won 11 Juno Awards and has been nominated for 31.

Regular $64 | Big Ticket $57 | Big Ticket Plus $53

“There would be no Blues Brothers if it weren’t for Downchild” - Dan Aykroyd “There aren't enough positive adjectives in the dictionary for me to describe my feelings about experiencing these guys live...” - John Hollinger, Winnipeg Jazz Festival

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GORDIE MacKEEMAN & HIS RHYTHM BOYS Friday, April 8, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $42 | Big Ticket $35 | Big Ticket Plus $31

“Gordie and the Boys are great players, sharp songwriters, invigorating company... not to mention the nifty dancing. Frankly, what’s not to like?”

- Mark Radcliffe, The Folk Show, BBC Radio 2, UK

RUTHIE FOSTER with special guest HARRISON KENNEDY

PATRICIA O'CALLAGHAN Sings Leonard Cohen

Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Friday, April 29, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $62 | Big Ticket $55 | Big Ticket Plus $51

Regular $42 | Big Ticket $35 | Big Ticket Plus $31

Those who have followed Ruthie Foster’s eclectic musical history know that she can burn down any stage with her combustible blend of soul, blues, rock, folk and gospel.

“O'Callaghan’s voice is as rich, pliable and luminous as ever, interpreting Cohen's songs with tremendous tenderness and a mature, worldly sensitivity and insight.”

Hailed by B.B. King as Canada’s premier blues performer, Harrison Kennedy is a vocal chameleon, at ease performing funk, soul, R&B, folk, gospel and blues.

- Sharna Searle, The Wholenote

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Oakville Centre

“Diego is a unique musician.”

WORLD ARTISTS Series

- Al Di Meola

When I go to Brazil I would like to play together with you!”

- Pat Metheny

LARRY CORYELL & DIEGO FIGUEIREDO Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $55 | Big Ticket $48 | Big Ticket Plus $44

Larry Coryell is one of the quintessential figures in the history of progressive jazz and jazz fusion.

JESSE COOK – ONE WORLD! Friday, December 18, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $82 | Big Ticket $75 | Big Ticket Plus $71

“Jesse Cook is Canada’s King of the rumba flamenco… Cook lights a Mediterranean fire in the Great White North.”

- Chatelaine Presented by The Oakville Centre Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

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THE WAILERS Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $74 | Big Ticket $67 | Big Ticket Plus $63

There is no more legendary band in Jamaican music history than The Wailers. Formed in 1969, the group has created an extraordinary body of work whose echoes are heard in every corner of the world today. Original members included the man hailed as “The Artist of the 20th Century”, Bob Marley and his vocal partners Bunny Wailer and Peter Tosh, alongside the ground-breaking rhythm section of the Barrett brothers, Carlton on drums and Aston “Family Man” on bass. Today Aston leads the band as it continues its worldwide campaign of promoting peace, love and equality through the message of reggae and Rastafari.

ROSS WOOLDRIDGE AND HIS TRIBUTE TO BENNY GOODMAN SEXTET with ALEX PANGMAN Sunday, February 28, 2016 at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Regular $45 | Big Ticket $38 | Big Ticket Plus $34

Cast: Ross Wooldridge - Clarinet, Don Thompson - Vibes, Danny McErlain - Piano, Jesse Barksdale - Guitar, Chris Banks - Bass, Glenn Anderson - Drums, Alex Pangman - Vocals “Ross Wooldridge is the best jazz clarinetist that Canada has ever produced...Amen!” - Bernie Turcotte “Wooldridge is a magician pulling a scarf from the hat, which turns out to be an endless stream of beautiful licks.” - Brantford Expositor “Her upbeat positive attitude make Pangman a perfect choice as Top Canadian swinger. She brings the songs of early jazz alive.” - CBC's Tim Tamashiro

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Oakville Centre

COMEDY Series

ROBERT POST Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $42 | Big Ticket $35 Big Ticket Plus $31

BOWSER & BLUE

“I like him because he’s insane…completely insane.” - Matt Lauer, TODAY

Regular $45 | Big Ticket $38 | Big Ticket Plus $34

HOWIE MANDEL Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $115 | Big Ticket $108 | Big Ticket Plus $104 MATURE LANGUAGE AND CONTENT

Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 8 p.m.

“Side-splitting. Their music is a work of art, blending with their comedy skits and energy – a delight.” - Adam Capital “From the moment they took the stage, they engaged the audience with their energy and charisma … and had the audience in stitches throughout.”

- Loyola High School Class of ’63 50th Reunion.

Presented by The Oakville Centre Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

“Howie Mandel is doing tons of projects, but his stand-up is one of the best.”

- Danny Cox, axs.com

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Chinwagn

A VERY LENNON CHRISTMAS

CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE Series Founded by Craig Martin in 2003, Toronto-based Classic Albums Live recreates famous rock albums without the gimmickry, relying solely on the music. It has become the ultimate destination for music lovers wanting to hear the greatest albums performed live.

THE BEATLES’ HELP!

SUPERTRAMP'S CRIME OF THE CENTURY

A VERY LENNON CHRISTMAS

Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $58 | Big Ticket Plus $54

Friday, November 6, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $58 | Big Ticket Plus $54

Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $58 | Big Ticket Plus $54

“Always a great show!”

- Andy Frost, Q107

“Awesome!”

- The Toronto Sun

“A must-see for music lovers!”

- Macleans

“Joyfull, thrilling!”

- Toronto Star

Presented by The Oakville Centre Sponsored by Chinwagn Inc. Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

PINK FLOYD'S ANIMALS

LED ZEPPELIN IV

Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Friday, May 13, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $58 | Big Ticket Plus $54

Regular $65 | Big Ticket $58 | Big Ticket Plus $54

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The STUDIO SESSIONS Series Enjoy some of today’s finest emerging artists in our intimate 100 seat Studio Theatre.

FORTUNATE ONES

KAT DANSER'S MISSISSIPPI JUKE JOINT featuring Steve Dawson

Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 8:30 p.m.

Regular $44 | Big Ticket $37 | Big Ticket Plus $33

Regular $44 | Big Ticket $37 | Big Ticket Plus $33

Artist Chats will be held in The Studio Theatre after all Studio Sessions performances.

Valentine’s Day Dinner and Show Package!

Saturday, February 13, 2016 6:00 p.m. Three course meal at Paradiso Restaurant 8:30 p.m. Performance of Eh440 at The Oakville Centre

$150 per couple.

Price does not include taxes, alcohol and gratuities. To purchase the package call the Oakville Centre Box Office at 905-815-2021.

Presented by The Oakville Centre

THE DEVIN CUDDY BAND

Eh440

Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca

Saturday November 21, 2015 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 8:30 p.m.

All prices include taxes and handling fees.

Regular $46 | Big Ticket $39 | Big Ticket Plus $35

Regular $44 | Big Ticket $37 | Big Ticket Plus $33

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Paradiso

DANCE & DRAMA Series BBOYIZM Friday, October 16, 2015 at 8 p.m.

A Pay-What-You-Can performance

Bboyizm is an award-winning street-dance company that has been instrumental in the preservation and proliferation of street dance in Canada and internationally.

EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL Tuesday, November 3 & Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Regular $50 | Big Ticket $45 | Big Ticket Plus $40 MATURE LANGUAGE AND CONTENT

“The greatest musical phenomenon on the planet!” - MTV “Bloody hilarious! One hell of a fun night out! ( /out of 4)” - The Toronto Star

JAKE’S GIFT Saturday, September 26, 2015 at 8 p.m.

A Pay-What-You-Can performance

Jake’s Gift is a multi award winning play about a Canadian WW2 veteran’s reluctant return to Juno Beach for the 60th Anniversary of D-Day. Presented by The Oakville Centre Sponsored by Paradiso Restaurant Box Office: 905-815-2021 OakvilleCentre.ca All prices include taxes and handling fees.

“It is an instant love affair between performer and audience. This is a jewel of a show you simply can’t afford to miss.”

- Bob Clark, Calgary Herald

SLEEPING BEAUTY

by Canada’s Ballet Jörgen Friday, March 18, 2016 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Regular $35 | Big Ticket $30 | Big Ticket Plus $30

Sleeping Beauty is one of the world’s most famous classical ballets and holds a place in the repertoire of virtually every major company. After more than 25 successful years, Canada’s Ballet Jörgen will create its own unique classical ballet rendition with its World Premiere Tour during the 2015-2016 season.

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The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts 130 Navy Street Oakville ON L6J 2Z4

For tickets, call 905-815-2021 or Toll Free 1-888-489-7784 TICKETS ON SALE Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11 a.m.

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