performance series 2019 - 2020
Shell Theatre
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mayor’s message
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• Aaron Pritchett “Out on the Town Tour” • TerZettto • Element Theatre Company “Evil Dead The Musical” • Ian Sherwood • Burton Cummings “Up Close and Alone” • Jake’s Gift • Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express • Missoula Children’s Theatre “Jack and the Beanstalk” • Gravity & Other Myths “Backbone” • Joe Nolan with Braden Gates • Pink Floyd “The Wall” • Serena Ryder - The 2019 Christmas Kisses Tour • Michelle Wright - A Wright Christmas • Steven Page • Oscar Lopez • Matt Andersen • Alex “The Zaniac” Zerbe • Tom Petty “Damn the Torpedoes” • Heather Rankin • Sheeptown Players 13 Annual Fort’s Got Talent • Rare Form Theatre “Jack of Diamonds” • Canada’s Ballet Jörgen “Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™” • VC2 • Molly Johnson • Boom • The Beatles “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” • wiL
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Culture is about making connections and creating bridges between great art and its audience through opportunity. From Special Events and Visual Art throughout the city, re-living our vibrant history at the Fort Heritage Precinct, or live presentations at the Dow Centennial Centre’s Shell Theatre, our community is rich in Culture. Educational programs, exciting shows, engaging exhibits, and extravagant events are just the beginning. The opportunity to seize these memorable moments is just minutes away, in Fort Saskatchewan. Gale Katchur Mayor, City of Fort Saskatchewan
About our Season Celebrating its 15th season the Dow Centennial Centre Shell Theatre continues a long history of providing great cultural opportunities for the community. But we’re not the only ones celebrating an anniversary this year, Jake’s Gift returns for Remembrance Day celebrating the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the landing at Juno Beach. Or how about re-living the release of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” on the same day that it was released 40 years later? Engage in the newest of programs with the inaugural national tour and debut of Canada’s Ballet Jörgen’s “Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™.” For the first time ever in Alberta the talents of Australia’s Gravity & Other Myths are showcasing their astounding acrobatic skills in “Backbone.” Also new this year, the Shell Canada Classic Albums Live Series relives the music of your past exactly how you played it on your record or cassette player – the entire album from start to finish in one glorious night of your favourite music. Variety is key as there is something for everyone in this year’s 2019-2020 season! Enjoy the show at the Dow Centennial Centre Shell Theatre! Josh Gennings Shell Theatre Supervisor
Professional Series Subscriptions The best talent from around the world. • • • • •
14 Professional Series Shows Gift Certificate redeemable for one ticket to each of three shows to bring a friend, starting September 4th (Ian Sherwood, Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express, Oscar Lopez) One Month pass to Dow Centennial Centre Apple Fitness One Entry for the “Season Series Artist Signed Guitar Draw” Front of line access to all special presentations
$449 Adults
$409 Seniors and Youth
Shell Canada
Classic Albums Live Series Subscriptions
Your favourite albums played in their entirety from start to finish. • 3 great shows for one low price! • Re-live Pink Floyd’s “The Wall,” Tom Petty’s “Damn the Torpedoes” and The Beatles “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” for a special subscriber discounted price.
$109 Adults
$99 Seniors and Youth
Season Subscriptions Available Starting Monday, June 17 Individual Show Tickets Available Starting Wednesday June 26
how to buy
tickets
By Phone: (888) 655-9090 or (780) 992-6400 Online: www.shelltheatre.ca or www.ticketpro.ca In Person: Dow Centennial Centre
all-in pricing!
prices include fees and gst!
Hours of Operation: Weekdays 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Weekends 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Stat Holidays 11:00 am – 5:00 pm The Shell Theatre box office will be open one hour prior to performances SHELLTHEATRE.CA 3
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Country Tour
840 CFCW presents
Aaron Pritchett
Out on the Town Tour with very special guest Kira Isabella & featuring David James Thursday, October 3 • 7:30 pm $61 Adult • $59 Senior/Youth
Hot off the heels of his single “Better When I Do” hitting the top of the Canadian country radio charts at #1 , Big Star Recordings artist Aaron Pritchett announces the second leg of his Out on the Town Tour this fall. In addition to the 30+ dates performed across Canada earlier this year, Pritchett will be joined once again by Kira Isabella and David James for round two, with dates spanning from Ontario to BC. See why these Country artists are among Canada’s best!
aaron-pritchett.com
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Children’s Circus
Musical Theatre
Eastern Folk
3 great shows
terzettto Saturday, October 5 • 2 pm $12 Adult • $10 Senior/Youth $5 Children The very different world of three clowns collide. Gradually, they build rapport around what they hold most dear: their playfulness, their ‘joie de vivre’ and an uncontrollable imagination. Laugh along as they showcase acrobatics, theatrics and fun at this all ages show.
Element Theatre company
“Evil Dead The Musical”
Ian Sherwood
Friday, October 11 • 7:30 pm Saturday, October 12 • 3 pm & 7:30 pm $18 Adult • $15 Senior/Youth
Thursday, October 24 • 7:30 pm $35 Adult • $32 Senior/Youth
This hilarious show takes all the elements of the cult classic films “The Evil Dead,” “Evil Dead 2” and “Army of Darkness” and combines them into one of the craziest theatrical experiences of all time. With this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects and awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any show you’ve ever seen. *Warning: This show contains strong language and adult situations.
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Guitar, saxophone, huge song writing and a voice that won him a 2013 Canadian Folk Music Award for Contemporary Singer, Ian Sherwood “Brings the Light” to every stage he stands on. A born storyteller and a constant creator, his music dances the line between folk and pop.
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION Classic Rock Headliner
Mix 107.9 presents
Burton Cummings Up Close and Alone Friday, November 1 • 7:30 pm $89 All Burton Cummings is that rare artist who has transcended time, genres and generations with a body of work that continues to resonate with fans both old and new. His voice has been rated among the finest in rock music and his extensive catalogue of songs is the envy of his contemporaries. Burton continues at the top of his game as a performer, singer, songwriter and recording artist second to none. As a member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame, Canadian Walk of Fame, Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame, Prairie Music Hall of Fame, multiple Juno Award winner, recipient of the Order of Canada, the Order of Manitoba, the Governor-General’s Performance Arts Award, and several BMI (Broadcast Music Industry) awards for over 1 million airplays of his songs, Burton is one of the most celebrated rock artists in Canadian music history.
burtoncummings.com
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Remembrance Theatre
Folk Rock
Royal Canadian Legion #27 presents
Jake’s Gift
Fort Saskatchewan Record presents
Barney Bentall & the Cariboo Express Friday, November 8 • 7:30 pm $38 Adult • $35 Senior/Youth
Sunday, November 3 • 2 pm $35 Adult • $32 Senior/Youth
Jake’s Gift is a surprisingly funny, multi-award winning drama, about a Canadian WW2 veteran’s reluctant return to Normandy, France. While roaming the shores of Juno Beach, Jake encounters Isabelle, a precocious ten-year-old from the local village whose inquisitive nature and charm challenge the old soldier to confront some long ignored ghosts. At its heart, Jake’s Gift is about the legacy of remembrance and personalizes the story behind one soldier’s grave.
There’s over a decade’s worth of memories to celebrate for Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express; the annual variety show has become a favourite event in Western Canada, building a tradition and warming the hearts of all ages of audiences while contributing to worthwhile causes. With an incredible roster of friends including Ridley Bent, Dustin Bentall, Wendy Bird, Stephanie Cadman, Leeroy Stagger, Kirby Barber, the Gold Rush All Star band, and the occasional special guest, The Cariboo Express has raised over $1.8 million in funds for local charities.
jakesgift.com
barneybentall.com
Celebrate the 75th anniversary of D-day with Jake in his return to Fort Saskatchewan.
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Children’s Theatre
The Kanata presents
Missoula Children’s Theatre
“Jack and the Beanstalk”
Our guest suites have been designed with spacious and unique layouts to meet the needs of traveling families, business guests and large groups or sports teams.
2 great shows
We offer a variety of amenities including; business centre, fitness room, hot tub, banquet and meeting facilities, guest laundry services, and quality in-room amenities.
Saturday, November 16 • 3 pm & 5:30 pm $12 Adult • $10 Senior/Youth • $5 Children What happens when a young boy plants Wonder Beans in his own backyard? For Jack, it is the beginning of a great adventure. With a little help from P.T. Wonder and a Giant, Jack learns a valuable lesson about true happiness. This musical production also features a host of other characters, including the Elegant Harp, Jill, Mother, Milky White, the Farmers, the Merchants, the Circus Performers and the Wonder Beans. Auditions for all youth aged 5 and up will be Monday Nov. 11 at 4pm!
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Acrobatic Cirque
Gravity & Other Myths
“Backbone” Monday, November 18 • 7:30 pm $74 Adult • $69 Senior/Youth A celebration of human connection and the meaning of strength. Athletic appeal is combined with a conceptual brilliance that elevates this show to a new level. Staged with a deceptively ‘do-it-yourself’ aesthetic and dispensing with trickery and distraction, this is circus that goes straight for the throat. Coming from Australia and making its debut in Alberta, “Backbone” is the largest show ever to come to the Shell Theatre.
gravityandothermyths.com.au
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Local Folk
Mix 107.9 presents
Joe Nolan with Braden Gates Friday, November 29 • 7:30 pm $23 Adult • $18 Senior/Youth
Classic Rock
Shell Canada presents
Pink Floyd “The Wall” Saturday, November 30 • 7:30 pm $44 Adult • $41 Senior/Youth
Two of Fort Saskatchewan’s favourite songwriters return in a special night of music and stories. Joe Nolan showcases his newest album “Cry Baby” while Braden Gates brings his “Picture of Us” for us all to hear. Local troubadours return for a special hometown show.
Celebrate one of the most iconic albums of all time 40 years to the day after it was first released! “The Wall” has since become the number one selling album of the 70s. All of the sounds, all of the sonic luxury, it all comes alive on stage as Classic Albums Live takes this monumental work of art from start to finish in a special night of rock music.
joenolanmusic.com / bradengates.com
classicalbumslive.com
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION Pop Christmas
Shell Canada presents
The 2019 Christmas Kisses Tour Saturday, December 7 • 7:30 pm $64 All Six time Juno Award Winner including Songwriter of The Year and Artist of The Year. Adored by fans, peers and critics alike, Canadian singer-songwriter Serena Ryder captivates her audiences mainly due to her immense raw and earnest song-writing talent and electric live performances. With hits like “Stompa,” “What I Wouldn’t Do,” and “Got Your Number,” you will instantly recognize her distinctive vocals and effortless delivery. For Serena Ryder, music is medicine. It’s the thing that soothes any ailment, and it’s the reason to keep going, even when times get tough. Ryder has always been compelled to write songs, both because she loves creating music and because it heals her, inside and out.
serenaryder.com
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840 CFCW presents
Michelle Wright A Wright Christmas
Country Christmas
Juno Award Winner
Mix 107.9 presents
Steven Page Saturday, January 25 • 7:30 pm $38 Adult • $35 Senior/Youth Inducted in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame as co-founder and lead singer of the Barenaked Ladies, Steven tours to celebrate his newest solo album “Discipline: Heal Thyself, Pt II.” His distinctive and powerful tenor is among the most instantly recognizable voices in popular music. Enjoy an intimate evening of all of his hits with trio members Craig Northey (Odds) and Kevin Fox.
stevenpage.com
Latin Guitar
Friday, December 13 • 7:30 pm $54 Adult • $51 Senior/Youth Start the festive season off… Wright… with one of Canada’s most popular and celebrated recording artists, just in time for Christmas. From carols to your favourite holiday classics, Michelle’s renowned show is exactly what you need to get you in the spirit for the holiday season.
michelle-wright.com
Mix 107.9 presents
Oscar Lopez Saturday, February 1 • 7:30 pm $38 Adult • $35 Senior/Youth Multi Juno award winner Oscar Lopez’s Latin guitar groove makes him standout on the world music stage. With infectious rhythms, guitar mastery and improvisational wit Oscar easily incorporates jazz, blues, root and pop sensibilities into his music.
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Soul-filled Roots
Mix 107.9 presents
Matt Andersen
there’s no greater luxury than arriving safe and sound
Saturday, February 8 • 7:30 pm $51 Adult • $49 Senior/Youth A powerhouse performer with a giant, soulfilled voice and commanding stage presence, Matt Andersen has built a formidable following the old-fashioned way: touring worldwide and letting his stunned audiences and new devotees spread the good word of his righteous tunes all over.
stubbyfingers.ca
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Comedy Juggling Magic
Eastern Folk Qualico Communities presents
Alex “The Zaniac” Zerbe Monday, February 17 • 3 pm $2 All With the energy of 1,000 suns, Alex Zerbe moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other. Beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, music and magic are just a few of the things that led Piers Morgan of America’s Got Talent to call this physical comedian, “The total package.”
alexzerbe.com Shell Canada presents
Tom Petty
*Tickets available Monday, January 6th at 9am!
Heather Rankin Friday, February 21 • 7:30 pm $38 Adult • $35 Senior/Youth See why breaking away from The Rankin Family’s signature sound and forging her own musical legacy with intimate original songs has been so successful for Heather. She harkens back to her childhood in Mabou, Nova Scotia and honours her roots in that community with her authentic voice shaped by deep Gaelic traditions, proving eloquent songwriting starts at the heart and flourishes in the soul.
Classic Rock
“Damn the Torpedoes” Wednesday, February 19 • 7:30 pm $44 Adult • $41 Senior/Youth
heatherrankin.ca
In 1979 Tom Petty took on the music industry… and won! The result, an unrelenting passion for song-writing glory in “Damn the Torpedoes.” An anthem of the 70s, “Refugee” instantly brings listeners to a specific moment in their life. Relive that moment and the many more that followed as Classic Albums Live pays this album the respect that it deserves, note for note – cut for cut. 24 DOW CENTENNIAL CENTRE 780.992.6400
Fort Saskatchewan Record presents
classicalbumslive.com
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Local Variety
Local Theatre
National Ballet
2 great shows
Sheeptown Players
13th Annual Fort’s Got Talent
Rare Form Theatre
“Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™”
“Jack of Diamonds”
by Marcia Kash & Douglas E. Hughes
Saturday, February 22 • 7:30 pm $18 Adult • $15 Senior/Youth
Friday, February 28 & Saturday, February 29 • 7:30 pm $18 Adult • $15 Senior/Youth
Has someone ever told you, “You should be on stage?” Well, this is your chance! Be part of the amazing talent that Fort Saskatchewan has to offer in this great night of music and more. Or, come and support culture in your community as Sheeptown Players showcases these homegrown abilities.
Rare Form Theatre returns bringing suspense and hilarity to the stage! You will enjoy the show as four retirees lose their life savings to a smooth-talking financial wizard. Pandemonium ensues as the residents of the retirement home try to choose between exacting their revenge and recouping their losses.
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Canada’s Ballet Jörgen
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Friday, March 6 • 7:30 pm $44 Adult • $39 Senior/Youth Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™ is a playful, colourful and evocative production that will transport audiences to early 20th century Atlantic Canada. Based on the beloved Canadian novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet™ follows the adventures of Anne Shirley, an orphan girl sent to live on a farm in the fictional town of Avonlea, Prince Edward Island.
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Classic Cello
VC2 Sunday, March 15 • 2 pm $32 Adult • $28 Senior/Youth VC2 is an innovative cello duo committed to captivating audiences through its performances of classical masterworks, unknown gems, and boundary pushing music. Spanning influences from jazz to contemporary and even hints of rock, VC2’s program will showcase the diverse future of truly virtuosic music.
the most delicious destination in the Canadian Rockies
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Molly Johnson
Pop Jazz
Friday, March 27 • 7:30 pm $41 Adult • $39 Senior/Youth Molly Johnson’s voice evokes the aura of dark smoky nightclubs of a bygone era. It speaks to an emotional depth that few vocalists in any genre can ever reach. Like the woman behind it, it is a voice filled with humour, joy, surprise, sassiness and, of course, love.
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Classic Rock
Generational Theatre
Folk Blues
Fort Saskatchewan Record presents
Boom A Kidoons and WYRD Production Written, Directed and Performed by Rick Miller
Tuesday, April 14 • 7:30 pm $41 Adult • $39 Senior/Youth BOOM is an explosive solo performance that documents the music, culture and politics that shaped the Baby Boomers (1945-1969). BOOM takes us through 25 turbulent years, and gives voice to over a 100 influential politicians, activists and musicians. It’s a mind-blowing experience for audiences of all generations. Experience the global events as they unfold: the Cold War, McCarthyism, Beatlemania, JFK, MLK, Vietnam. The various stories spiral into “The Summer of Love,’’ and BOOM ends as it began: with the birth of a new generation.
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Shell Canada presents
The Beatles
“Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”
wiL Wednesday, May 13 • 7:30 pm $38 Adult • $35 Senior/Youth
‘I read the news today… oh boy’ and it said that one of the Beatles most iconic albums of all time is being re-created, every note, from beginning to end on the Shell Theatre stage. “With a Little Help from my Friends” you will see a “Day in the Life” of some of the Beatles’ most memorable songs.
Take a pinch of lyrical sweetness and optimism, add a smattering of road weary darkness and serve it up live like it’s your last night on Earth and you’ll have a small taste of the Canadian contemporary roots outfit known simply as wiL. His unique style blending elements of traditional country, roots, rock, soul and blues but also adding elements of straight up pop music resulting in a distinctive and refreshing sound.
classicalbumslive.com
ibreakstrings.com
Thursday, April 30 • 7:30 pm $44 Adult • $41 Senior/Youth
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Ticket discounts
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Multiple Show Discounts*
Toddlers (aged 2 and under):
Pick 3-5 Shows:
seating plan
• All ticket sales are final. • No refunds or exchanges. • Certain restrictions may apply to specific shows. • Programming subject to change.
Receive 10% off regular ticket price
Pick 6 or more Shows: Receive 15% off regular ticket price * Now available for Professional, Fort and Family Series events. * Tickets must be purchased at the same time to receive discount.
• All patrons over the age of 2 years must have a ticket.
Group Discount*
• Please remember that the Dow Centennial Centre is a scent-free facility.
10 – 14 Tickets:
Child (aged 3-12 years):
Watch for special Family Series pricing.
Youth (aged 13-17): Check out the eyeGO program for $5 tickets (see below). Adult (aged 18-64): Season subscriptions offer the highest discounts in our Professional Series. Seniors (aged 65+): Discounts available for all shows (as listed).
Applicable to the Same Performance
10% off the regular price
15-24 Tickets: 15% off the regular price
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Free admission providing they are sitting on the accompanying adult’s lap. If you require a seat you require a ticket.
eyeGO program Students between Grade 7 and 12 enjoy $5 tickets to all Shell Theatre Professional and Fort Series events. 1. 2. 3.
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Aaron Pritchett
TerZettto
Element Theatre
Ian Sherwood
Burton Cummings
Jake’s Gift
Oct 3
Oct 5
Oct 11 & 12
Oct 24
Nov 1
Nov 3
Barney Bentall
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Backbone
Joe Nolan with Braden Gates
Pink Floyd
Serena Ryder
Nov 8
Nov 16
Nov 18
Nov 29
Nov 30
Dec 7
Michelle Wright
Steven Page
Oscar Lopez
Matt Andersen
Alex Zerbe
Tom Petty
Dec 13
Jan 25
Feb 1
Feb 8
Feb 17
Feb 19
Heather Rankin
Fort’s Got Talent
Rare Form Theatre
Canada’s Ballet Jörgen
VC2
Molly Johnson
Feb 21
Feb 22
Feb 28 & 29
Mar 6
Mar 15
Mar 27
Boom
The Beatles
wiL
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Part of your Community Culture, right here in your community could not be possible without the tremendous support of our amazing volunteers. Your friends, neighbours and fellow community members are an essential part of everything that we do at the theatre. Ticket-takers to ushers, art gallery attendants and security, they help us in many ways and you can too! Be part of our Shell Theatre team – as a volunteer! Stop by the theatre to discuss how you can be part of Culture in our community. 34 DOW CENTENNIAL CENTRE 780.992.6400
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