Performance Series 2018 - 2019
Table Of Contents
Mayor’s Message
Mayor’s Message .................................................................. 2 Season Subscriptions & Purchasing Tickets ....... 3
• Jimmy Rankin ......................................................................... 4 • Sass Jordan ............................................................................... 5 • Jann Arden ................................................................................ 6 • Element Theatre Company .................................................... 8 • Missoula Children's Theatre ......................................... 9 • The Washboard Union ..................................................... 10 • Kory Wlos .................................................................................... 11 • DuffleBag Theatre ..................................................................... 11 • The Best Little Newfoundland Pageant ...Ever!.. 13 • Tom Jackson Huron Carole ................................................... 13 • California Guitar Trio with Montreal Guitar Trio .......................................................... 14
• Alberta Opera “Pinnochio” ............................................ 15 • Cathy Jones & Bruce McCulloch .............................. 16 • Matt Dusk ................................................................................... 17 • Al Simmons .............................................................................. 18 • Aaron Goodvin ...................................................................... 19 • Matthew Good - Acoustic ............................................ 20 23 • 12 Annual Fort’s Got Talent ........................................ , Canada's Ballet Jorgen “Coppelia" ......................... 23 ¨ • • Hypnotist Wayne Lee ....................................................... 24 • The Arrogant Worms ....................................................... 25 • Twin Flames ........................................................................... 25 • The Celtic Tenors ............................................................... 26 • Ruthie Foster .......................................................................... 27 th
Theatre Seat Map ...................................................................... 28 Ticket Discounting .................................................................... 29 How to Connect & How to get here ............................. 30 Performance Series Calendar ............................................ 31 2 • DOW CENTENNIAL CENTRE 780.992.6400
Our thriving community flourishes through engagement. And, choosing culture in our community is right at your fingertips! With three diverse series the Shell Theatre Performance Season offers something for everyone. Variety is key as talented artists from around the world entertain attendees in our Professional Series. Fort Saskatchewan has never shone brighter than in our Fort Series which pairs local talents and artists with our community. Entertaining the next generation of culture lovers, the Family Series gives groups affordable family fun for all ages. You have spoken and we have listened. From comments to survey responses you have told us who you want and now they are here! By popular request these artists return to the Shell Theatre with new material and shows; artists like Matthew Good and Jann Arden return and are a guaranteed great experience, and musicians like Jimmy Rankin and Tom Jackson share moments from their storied careers. Innovative shows allow our audience to find their fit while pushing cultural boundaries. Join us for a timeless ballet classic with Canada’s Ballet Jörgen or enjoy classic rock hits re-invented with California Guitar Trio & Montreal Guitar Trio. This is your chance to see great talent close to home.
Season Subscriptions $399 Adults
$359 Seniors/Youth
• 13 Professional Series Shows • Gift Certificate redeemable for one ticket to each of three shows to bring a friend, starting September 4th (Jimmy Rankin, Matt Dusk, Ruthie Foster) • 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 Season Subscriptions Available Starting Monday, June 11th Individual Show Tickets Available Starting Monday, June 18th
How To Buy Tickets By Phone: 1.888.655.9090 or 780.992.6400 Online: www.shelltheatre.ca or www.ticketpro.ca In Person: Dow Centennial Centre: 8700 - 84th Street Hours of Operation: Weekdays 8:00am - 8:00pm Weekends 9:00am - 5:00pm Stat Holiday 11:00am - 5:00pm
Enjoy the culture that surrounds you, in our community, just minutes away. And find your fit at Fort Saskatchewan’s entertainment gem, the Dow Centennial Centre Shell Theatre. Enjoy the show! Mayor Gale Katchur
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Eastern Folk
840 CFCW presents:
• Jimmy Rankin Friday, October 12th at 7:30pm $39 Adult, $37 Senior/Youth Join one of Canada’s favourite singer songwriters as he debuts material from his brand new album, "Moving East", a brilliant collection of folk-roots songs from his Cape Breton home. Combined with Rankin Family classics and Jimmy Rankin solo hits, the evening has the makings of an authentic maritime kitchen party.
www.jimmyrankin.com
Rock Legend
Mix 107.9 presents:
• An Evening with Sass Jordan
Racine Revisited
Saturday, October 27th at 7:30pm $48 Adult, $44 Senior/Youth Canada’s Queen of Rock, platinum selling, Juno award winner, Sass Jordan, returns on her ‘Racine Revisited Tour’ with her most memorable songs of the 90s. Hear these classic hits in a fresh new way, stripped down and with some stories from Sass in this fully interactive night of rock.
www.sassjordan.com
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Singer/Songwriter
National Tour
• Jann Arden Saturday, November 3rd at 7:30pm
SOLD OUT
$89 Jann Arden is a singer, songwriter, broadcaster, actor, author and social media star. She has written four books, the most recent being the Canadian bestseller Feeding My Mother Comfort and Laughter in the Kitchen as My Mom Lives with Memory Loss. Come and see why Jann’s most recent recording “These Are The Days” is getting so much acclaim in this special night of endearing music from one of Canada’s most talented performers.
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Musical Theatre
Children’s Theatre
Pacesetter Homes presents:
• Element Theatre Company “The Music Man”
Friday, November 9th at 7:30pm Saturday, November 10th at 2:00pm & 7:30pm $18 Adult, $15 Senior/Youth A charming but fraudulent salesman arrives in River City to work his usual scam - only to find that a bill of goods can be the real deal. With melodies that include the rousing “Seventy-Six Trombones”, this musical-comedy classic will delight the whole family.
The Kanata presents:
3 Great
Show times !
• Missoula Children’s Theatre
2 Great
Show times !
“Gulliver’s Travels”
Saturday, November 17th at 3:00pm & 5:30pm $12 Adult, $10 Senior/Youth, $5 Under 12 With his ship wrecked and his trusty computer JCN on the fritz, brave explorer Gulliver finds himself lost in space with nothing but an Invisible Force to guide him! Tune in as this sci-fi spin of the timeless tale of Gulliver's Travels will take you out-of-this-world!
www.mctinc.org
www.elementtheatre.com
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Country Folk
Country Singer/Songwriter
840 CFCW presents:
The Fort Record presents:
Wednesday, November 21st at 7:30pm
Friday, November 23rd at 7:30pm
$48 Adult, $44 Senior/Youth
$18 Adult, $15 Senior/Youth
Three time Canadian Country Music Award winners, The Washboard Union, have resisted classification and have become one of the most exciting and talked about new bands on the Country music scene.
Local country singer Kory Wlos returns for a night of music and stories. His contagious energy brings the songs that you know and love while sharing his passion for country music.
www.thewashboardunion.com
www.korywlos.com
• The Washboard Union
• Kory Wlos
Children’s Improv Theatre Enbridge presents:
• DuffleBag Theatre
“ ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” Friday, November 30th at 6:00pm $12 Adult, $10 Senior, $5 Under 12 The "Nearly World-Famous” DuffleBag Theatre has travelled the globe with their original adaptations of fairy tales and classic stories. And what better than this, a timeless holiday story providing family fun for all ages. 10 • DOW CENTENNIAL CENTRE 780.992.6400
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Musical Theatre
• The Best Little
Newfoundland Christmas Pageant...Ever!
Friday, December 7th at 7:30pm $23 Adult, $20 Senior/Youth
From Christmas pageant to comedy hilarity in one song. See what happens when “the worst kids in the history of the entire world” move this pageant from a failure to becoming the best (ever) as everyone learns the true meaning of Christmas.
Christmas Classic
• Tom Jackson Huron Carole
Friday, December 14th, at 7:30pm $44 Adult, $39 Senior/Youth Huron Carole is a blend of theatre, tossed with a dash of humour, and Tom’s flair around Christmas music and masterful storytelling.
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Fingerstyle Guitar Mix 107.9 presents:
• California Guitar Trio
with Montreal Guitar Trio
Thursday, January 17th at 7:30pm $35 Adult, $32 Senior/Youth Featuring music of legendary groups such as Queen, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and Rush, six virtuoso guitarists devote themselves to becoming one voice, linking their passion and their talent to create a great evening of guitar - a sextet made in heaven.
www.cgtrio.com or www.mg3.ca
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Family Fable Enbridge presents:
• Alberta Opera
“Pinnochio”
Sunday, January 20th, at 2:00pm $12 Adult, $10 Senior/Youth, $5 Under 12 Prepare to be whisked away to the scenic hills of sunny Italy where magic and adventure collide in a lively new musical adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s classic tale! Join Pinnochio as he embarks on an incredible journey and encounters outlandish characters and perilous danger.
www.albertaopera.com
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Comedy Mix 107.9 presents:
• Cathy Jones & Bruce McCulloch Thursday, January 31st at 7:30pm $44 Adult, $39 Senior/Youth She’s the star of “This Hour Has 22 Minutes”, and he’s the face of “Kids in the Hall” and “Young Drunk Punk”. Two hilarious comedians come together for one night of laughter and fun.
www.cathyjones.ca www.brucio.com
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Jazz Crooner Mix 107.9 presents:
• Matt Dusk
Saturday, February 9th at 7:30pm $38 Adult, $34 Senior/Youth One of Canada’s most beloved male vocalists, often compared to Frank Sinatra, this special night will bring big band music and jazz just in time for Valentine’s Day...a perfect date night!
www.mattdusk.com
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Family Day Fun
Country CISN Country 103.9 presents:
Qualico Communities presents:
• Al Simmons Monday, February 18th at 3:00pm Tickets: $2 Juno Award winner Al Simmons is a creative genius whose charm and humanity have won over a legion of fans around the world. His highly original performances of profound wackiness and his off-the-wall inventions take the arts of Music and Comedy to unparalleled heights of hilarity.
• Aaron Goodvin
Tuesday, February 19th at 7:30pm $48 Adult, $44 Senior/Youth Previously playing with Gord Bamford, you said, “Bring him back right away”... and that’s exactly what we are doing! This country singer/ songwriter has a natural ability to light up a stage, connect with his audience and deliver a showstopping performance every night.
www.aarongoodvin.com
www.alsimmons.com
Tickets Available th Mon. Jan 7
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Canadian Rock
Friday, February 22nd at 7:30pm $46
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Solo Acoustic
Back to his roots Matthew Good, solo and acoustic. With hits like ‘Apparitions’ and ‘Hello Time Bomb’ this Juno Award winning Canadian rock talent tours this special intimate show across Canada including a return to Fort Saskatchewan for one night only. www.matthewgood.org
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Local Variety
• Sheeptown Players
12th Annual Fort’s Got Talent
Saturday, February 23rd at 7:00pm $18 Adult, $15 Senior/Youth Fort’s Got Talent is back! Watch as Fort Saskatchewan shines in a night of true homegrown talent! From dance to musical performances, local talents never looked so good!
National Ballet
• Canada’s Ballet Jorgen :
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. 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. Be our guest!
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“Coppelia”
Thursday, February 28th, at 7:30pm $38 Adult, $34 Senior/Youth A Comedy with Love. Toy Story meets Pinnochio in this daring, bold and funny story of a toy maker who wishes he could bring a perfect doll to life. CBJ’s contemporary retelling of the story will delight audiences of all ages.
www.canadasballetjorgen.ca www.bestcdn.com
www.kanatainns.com
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Comedy Fun
2 Great
Show times!
Mix 107.9 presents:
• Hypnotist Wayne Lee Friday, March 1st at 7:00pm (Family Show) & 9:30pm (Adult Late Night) $35 Adult, $32 Senior/Youth Back by popular demand! Wayne Lee starts the evening with his family hypnosis show. Laugh along as the power of hypnosis takes over. Later that evening, it’s the no-holds-barred explicit adult version which is guaranteed to keep you grinning from ear to ear. Laugh along with Alberta’s best hypnotic entertainer.
www.waynelee.com
Musical Comedy
Shell Canada presents:
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St. Patrick’s Day with
The Arrogant Worms
Friday, March 15th at 7:30pm $38 Adult, $34 Senior/Youth Using their tuneful and silly escapism comedy, The Arrogant Worms is a laugh a minute! Comedy, music and so much more with The Arrogant Worms for St. Patrick’s Day.
www.arrogantworms.com
Folk Storytellers
The Fort Record presents:
• Twin Flames
Thursday, April 4th at 7:30pm $26 Adult, $21 Senior/Youth Taking the audience on a musical journey across Canada and the Arctic, Twin Flames combines Jaaji, an Inuk/Mohawk from Nunavik and Chelsey a Métis from Ottawa. With songs written in Inuttitut, English and French, their program introduces people to their beautiful cultures, harmonies and powerful song-writing.
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Contemporary Vocal Theune Financial Ltd. & Mix 107.9 presents:
• The Celtic Tenors Tuesday, April 16th at 7:30pm $48 Adult, $44 Senior/Youth This charismatic, globetrotting trio are the most successful classical crossover act to emerge from Ireland. They sing songs they love, and they most certainly don’t take themselves too seriously. It’s all about the music, the harmonies and the fun.
www.celtic-tenors.com
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Blues Vocalist The Kanata presents:
• Ruthie Foster
Thursday, May 2nd at 7:30pm $38 Adult, $34 Senior/Youth Headlining folk circuits around the globe, Grammy award nominee Ruthie Foster has shared the stage with the likes of Bonnie Raitt, the Allman Brothers and Susan Tedeschi. Her soulful voice combines a taste of blues with the gospel of the American South in an intimate night with this talented songstress.
www.ruthiefoster.com
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Ticket Discounts • Free Parking • Wheelchair
accessible seating and entrances
• Infrared Hearing
Assistance System Available
• A convenient box
office, open one hour prior to show time
Group Discount
Multiple Show Discounts*
Applicable to the Same Performance:
• Pick 3 - 5 Shows:
• 10-14 Tickets: 10% off regular price
• 15-24 Tickets: 15% off regular price
• 25+ Tickets:
20% off regular price
*Available at the Dow Centennial Centre Only*
eyeGo Program
• All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges
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• Pick 6 or more Shows:
Receive 15% off regular ticket price
*Now available for Professional, Fort and Family Series* *Tickets must be purchased at the same time to receive discount*
Had a birthday recently? You might get a discount!
• Toddlers (aged 2 and under): Free
• Programming is
subject to change at any time
Receive 10% off regular ticket price
Students between Grade 7 and 12 enjoy $5 tickets to all Shell Theatre Professional and Fort Series events. 1. Come to the theatre on the night of desired event 2. Go to box office at Shell Theatre 3. Present your student card and ask for an eyeGo to the Arts ticket
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admission providing they are sitting on the accompanying adult’s lap. If you require a seat you require a child ticket Child (aged 3-12 years): Watch for special Family Series pricing Youth (13-17): Check out the eyeGO program for $5 tickets (see left) Adult (aged 18-64): Season subscriptions offer the highest discount for our Professional Series Seniors (aged 65+): Discounts available for all shows (as listed) SHELLTHEATRE.CA • 29
Shell Theatre Performance Series 2018-2019 Calendar
• How To Get Here
Jimmy Rankin
Oct 12 Kory Wlos
Nov 23 Cathy Jones & Bruce McCulloch
• Complimentary Handi-Van Service
Jan 31 Canada's ¨ Ballet Jorgen
Embrace special events in the city of Fort Saskatchewan’s Dow Centennial Centre thanks to the Special Transportation Services Society, the City of Fort Saskatchewan and Shayne Sharp.
Sass Jordan
Oct 27 DuffleBag Theatre
Nov 30 Matt Dusk
Feb 9 Wayne Lee
Jann Arden
Nov 3 Best Little Newfoundland Christmas Pageant...Ever!
Dec 7 Al Simmons
Feb 18 The Arrogant Worms
Element Theatre Company
Nov 9-10 Tom Jackson
Dec 14 Aaron Goodvin
Feb 19 Twin Flames
Missoula Children's Theatre
Nov 17
The Washboard Union
Nov 21
California & Montreal Guitar Trios
Alberta Opera
Jan 17
Jan 20
Matthew Good Solo Acoustic
Fort's Got Talent
Feb 22
Feb 23
The Celtic Tenors
Ruthie Foster
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