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In this issue jan-feb 2015 5 Messages from
Nolan Crouse & Caitlin North
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Message from the Mayor Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of art and culture at the Arden Theatre. Colourful sounds, vibrant sights, and diverse artists of all forms blend to ignite a rich season of entertainment on the Arden stage in its 2014-2015 season. Every performance, every artist, every lyric to a song, leaves each one of our patrons with a singularly unique and memorable experience, which is a truly special offering that we take pride in. In early 2014, St. Albert was named the #1 place to live in Canada according to MoneySense magazine. One of many contributing factors to this honour is our city’s emphasis on cultural expression through the arts. For 31 years, the Arden Theatre has been at the very root of cultivating opportunities for individuals of all ages and demographics to escape into a valued world of artistic experiences. Ever-evolving musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world share their art in our theatre, engaging our audiences in unforgettable moments. Our stage. Your experience. Thank you for giving us many occasions this season to invite you to be engaged and entertained.
Nolan Crouse Mayor, City of St. Albert, The Botanical Arts City
Message from the presenter There is nothing quite like the anticipation of waiting for a show to begin: the lights dim, a hush falls over the crowd and everyone eagerly waits for the first note of a song or the performer to appear. The energy is electric, and then the show begins... Some of the most memorable moments of my life have taken place in performing arts venues. I delight in the cultural events that engage all of my senses and transport me to another place. I distinctly remember the performances that have had me so mesmerized I’ve forgotten to breathe, the hair on my arms stood up on end and my fingers and toes began to tingle. These are experiences that cannot be duplicated and the moments I keep in the back of my mind when programming each Arden season. As I start to assemble each season, I think about the experiences I want you, our patrons, to have in the theatre, how each performer will engage with you, and how, for even just the briefest moments, you can escape the day-to-day hustle and bustle of life. I hope that this season you embrace all of the exciting performances we have lined up for you and allow yourself to be moved by the incredible world of art and culture at the Arden.
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WINTER VISUAL ARTS PROGRAMS 2015 Art Gallery of St Albert now coordinates visual art programs from St Albert Place Visual Arts Studios. The Multicraft, Painting, Pottery and Quilting studios are located at St Albert Place, 5 St Anne Street. To register for these programs please call 780.459.1585 or visit ArtGalleryofStAlbert.ca Please visit our website for updates to our exciting Visual Arts program line up! Class sizes are limited. Register early to avoid disappointment.
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marc cohn Tuesday, January 27 \ 7:30 pm After winning a Grammy for his soulful ballad “Walking in Memphis”, Marc Cohn solidified his place as one of this generation’s most compelling singer/songwriters, combining the precision of a brilliant tunesmith with the passion of a great soul man. He’s a natural storyteller, balancing the exuberant with the poignant, and able to distill universal truth out of his often romantic, drawn-from-life tales. About his latest cover album, Listening Booth: 1970, a collection of Cohn’s favourite songs from that year, Rolling Stone said, “Cohn has one of rock’s most soulful croons – a rich immediately recognizable tenor that makes these songs his own.” Cohn followed up his platinum-selling debut with two more releases in the 1990s, at which point TIME magazine called him “one of the honest, emotional voices we need in this decade” and Bonnie Raitt declared, “Marc is one of the most soulful, talented artists I know. I love his songs, he’s an incredible singer, and I marvel at his ability to mesmerize every audience he plays for.” In 1998, Cohn took a decade-long sabbatical from recording, ending in 2007 with Join The Parade, an album inspired by the horrific events following Hurricane Katrina and his own near fatal shooting just weeks before.
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School site swap not very likely BY peter Boer Staff Writer A suggestion that could see St. Albert’s newest elementary school built in Kingswood instead of Erin Ridge North appears to be a non-starter. At Monday’s city council meeting Coun. Cam MacKay asked administration to explore an idea first put forward by council candidate Sheena Hughes – move the elementary school Cam announced by the maCkay province last month Councilor from Erin Ridge North to Kingswood, then move the francophone high school pegged for construction at Eldorado Drive to Erin Ridge North. Such a move, said Hughes, would address concerns of Erin Ridge sheena residents about the hughes size of the high school Candidate compared to the area of the school site, and worries about heavy vehicle traffic and parking at the Eldorado site. “I just tried to think of some kind of solution,” said Hughes. “It just occurred to me this is an alternative.” The city doesn’t have title to the site Hughes is suggesting it explore. The land in Kingswood has long been at the centre of an ongoing dispute between developer Canterra and the city. Canterra is supposed to hand the land over to the city but will only do so if the city guarantees a high school won’t be built on the site. President Murray Brown has been previously quoted as saying high school students don’t make good neighbours. The city has said it will not issue any development permits to Canterra until it hands over the land. This kind of swap could finally bring some peace to the ongoing dispute, Hughes said. See “School site,” page 4
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WILD WEATHER – A large storm cloud passes over a field of canola northwest of St. Albert on Monday as a stretch of cold, rainy weather finally subsides, making way for hotter temperatures this week.
City reviewing flood plain maps BY peter Boer Staff Writer
The city will have another look at its flood plain data for the sake of caution but is confident little will need to change in the wake of the province’s policy change on housing development within flood areas. The province announced Sunday anyone who builds or rebuilds within identified 1:100 year flood plains in Alberta will not qualify for disaster relief in the event of a flood. The changes come on the heels of massive flooding last month in southern Alberta that has left many homes uninhabitable. Stephen Khan, St. Albert’s
MLA, confirmed Thursday that policy change is province wide, not just for those areas that recently flooded. “The premier is very clear that the policy is not just for the area in southern Alberta. It’s a policy for all of Alberta moving into the future,” Khan said. But city officials maintain the policy change should have very little impact on St. Albert. As the rules currently stand, building anything in St. Albert’s flood plain is forbidden. “It’s pretty clear in the land use bylaw that it is prohibited,” said Carol Bergum, the city’s senior long-range planner. It does allow for some structures such as util-
ity infrastructure or temporary outdoor shelters, but that’s about all, she added. Bergum said the city is looking at its flood plain mapping
and also reviewing maps in the province’s possession to make sure both are as up to date as possible. See “Flood plan,” page 4
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david francey Friday, February 6 \ 7:30 pm Carpenter turned songwriter David Francey sings the stories of real people and real places. As one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers, David’s openhearted lyricism and honesty has earned the musician multiple Juno Awards, the prestigious SOCAN Folk Music Award, as well as taking home the Grand Prize in both the International Acoustic Music Award and in the Folk category for the John Lennon Songwriting Award.
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“To be honest, the stakes felt higher on the last album. This time, I finally made the decision to simply make art again for the sake of making art. It is its own reward and what happens next is just a part of the journey in making it.” – Royal Wood Bringing class and craft to his pop-rock stylings, this singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist’s candour of lyrics and virtuosity is ever astonishing, revealing a deeper, more introspective side than we’ve ever heard before. Royal Wood returns to the Arden stage on Valentine’s Day weekend, after an incredible sold-out performance in January 2014.
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brent butt With Opening Guest Jamie Hutchinson Wednesday, February 18 \ 7:30 pm Off the heels of the recent release of Corner Gas: The Movie, comedian, actor, writer and director Brent Butt returns to the Arden stage for one laugh out loud night of hilarity. Not your typical overnight sensation, Brent Butt’s popularity has grown from years of hard work, honing his comedic chops on multiple tours, festivals and TV special appearances. His signature brand of humour quickly gave him the reputation of an “everyman” comedian. His tours were sold out, and the offers for TV were rolling in. It is that very question that led to the phenomenon that was Corner Gas. Creating, writing, producing, starring and directing the hit phenomenon Corner Gas, earned him numerous accolades, including an International Emmy Award nomination. Since his days in the prairie town of Dog River, Saskatchewan, Brent has starred in Hiccups, released his first feature film entitled No Clue, and has resumed his stand-up comedy touring. Brent has also been honoured for his many individual achievements, including being presented with the Sir Peter Ustinov Comedy Award in 2008, and being honoured with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013. There is little doubt the future holds many untold achievements for one of Canada’s brightest stars.
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The Arden Theatre WANTS YOU!
If you have a passion for the arts, join our team as a volunteer!
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Don’t just watch the show... BE A PART OF IT! Exciting opportunities include: Ushers | Merchandise | Artist Hospitality
Register online at ardentheatre.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO the Ardent Volunteer Corps Catherine Armstrong Maureen Best Len Biddle Mary Biddle Terry Boutin Brenda Breen Barrie Brown Joan Brunner Anne Bukowski Wendy Burton Barb Butler Marianne Carlson Christine Chaston Doreen Chopp Lois Clarke Val Covey Hayley Craft Montana Craft Trevor Craft Dawn Curran
Carol Davis Myrna Derieu Susan Drover Melanie Durocher Alexia Epp Nancy Grasby Angela Grootelaar John Grootelaar Lyn Hartel June Haudenschild Irene Hawryluk Karen Hebert Julie Houle Dave Hughes Janet Hughes Ken Johnson Jan Kelly Rick Kelly Barbara Kiesman Jane Kostyra
Anita Kotchon Connie Krempien Doug Ledgerwood Susanne Letawsky Donna Lindroth Bill Lipon Delores Lipon Barbara Lovegrove Linda MacIsaac Visme Major Bryan Martin Yvette McFarlane Simonne Mirochnick Gail Motuzas Carol Peddle Solange Phelps Joan Reid Barb Roch Anna Rodger Anne Ronsky
Louise Savard Lydia Schmiderer Clare Scott Rachel Seal Stella Shewchuk Marilyn Southerland James Stefaniuk Terrie Stefaniuk Dawn Stueck Sharon Tusor Jacqueline Villeneuve Phyllis Visscher Elaine Vogelaar Donna Wallin Barb Whitecotton June Wonnek Laureen Wright Louise Zuk
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Volunteer Open House Tuesday, April 28 & Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Volunteers must be willing to commit to at least three shifts, four hours each, during the festival week – contact us to find out how you can get involved! The Festival also offers a Youth Ambassador Program and we invite youth aged 12-18 years old, looking to gain valuable leadership experience, to become key members of our volunteer team. Youth Ambassadors have the opportunity to be involved in many aspects of the Festival including artists, serving as information guides, and meeting and greeting buses. Volunteer as an individual (12 years +), family or group. Register online at childfest.com or call the volunteer information line at 780-459-1522 to find out how you can get involved.
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Cultural Services Director Kelly Jerrott Cultural Facilities Manager Adam Mitchell Theatre Services Coordinator Teri Tralnberg Technical Director Scott Weir Sound Technician Tyler Patrick Lighting Technician Andrew Tudge Theatre Technician Caitlynn Legris Front of House Coordinator Sarah Craft Front of House Associates Talia Davies Jesse Harlton
Cultural Programming Manager Elizabeth Wilkie Professional Programming Presenter Caitlin North Performing Arts & Children’s Theatre Coordinator Janice Flower Visual Arts Coordinator Heidi Alther Visual Arts Programmer/ Studio Coordinator Diane Gwilliam Public Art Associate Russell Bingham Cultural Project Assistant Cayley McConaghy Box Office Customer Service Representatives Sandra Hayward Jodi Holowaychuk Adam Munro Matthew Punyi Rebecca Stephen Theresa Turner
Cultural Business & Events Manager Stephen Bourdeau Senior Marketing Coordinator Troy Funk Marketing & PR Coordinator Pamela Osborne Marketing Associate Vicky Rogers Community Arts Coordinator Tamsin Brooks Development Coordinator Sandra Moloney Youth Festival Associate Kathleen Bell Concession & Bar Staff Andrea Brickwood Joyce Gordon Lauren Hall Jesse Harlton Maddy Knight Karen Kushniruk Donna Lindroth Marilyn Shaw Alyssa Thiessen Louise Wright Sharon Young
friends of the
arden theatre society Charlotte St. Dennis President
Andrew Dey Treasurer
Philip Mulder Director
Kathy Thackeray Vice President
Ann LeBlanc Director
John Dolman Director
Marian Lang Secretary
Maria Di Castri Director
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