2006-
2007 Season
Friday, Jan 12th,
2007 - 7:30 PM
"A hip-hop revue with killer dancing"
(The New York Times).
"They continue to make their mark as masters
of hip-hop's lost art...breakdancing" (Urban Dialect).
Saturday,
Jan 13th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
When most people think about
going to see a symphony orchestra, they don't normally associate things like blue
jeans, beer, pizza or platform shoes.ĘBut with The Standard OrchEXTRA, you're
in for a night of all of this and more! The Jeans 'n Classics Band and vocalists
team up with the Niagara Symphony and Conductor Daniel Swift to time travel back
to the '70s and give a symphonic twist on the mood and feel of the 'Disco Daze'
when "Stayin' Alive", "Disco Inferno" and "YMCA"
ruled the air waves and disco clubs were all the rage.
Wednesday, Jan 17th,
2007 - 7:30 PM
From first dates to divorce court, couples
therapy to girls night out - the battle of the sexes has never been funnier.
Saturday, Jan 20th,
2007 - 7:30 PM
All four on stage together!
Four of Canada's best singer-songwriters come together to swap songs and stories
onstage in one monumental musical showcase!
Wednesday, Jan 24th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
The
iron men of the music industry, The Blind Boys of Alabama have spread the spirit
and energy of pure soul gospel music for over sixty years.
Wednesday, Jan 31st, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Colin
has once again gathered his Little Big Band for a tasty hybrid of rock & roll,
jive, and blues and "a finger-snapping, fedora-over-one-eye cool of a show!"
Thursday, Feb 1st,
2007 - 7:30 PM
Every sitar,horn and other unique sound
on this enormous and intricate record is recreated live! Note for note. Cut for
cut. Followed by a showcase of Beatles hits.
Saturday, Feb 3rd, 2007 - 7:30 PM
"The
highly visual work of The Holy Body Tattoo skyrockets dance theatre into new realms."
(The Washington Post)
Vancouver-based dance company, The Holy Body
Tattoo is renowned for "soul-crushing" performances and their unique
and powerful use of multimedia elements.
Wednesday, Feb 21st, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Back
by popular demand, The Arrogant Worms are three of the funniest and craziest guys
you will ever meet and their hilarious songs about every subject imaginable are
sure to make anybody's sides hurt!
Thursday,
Feb 22nd, 2007 - 7:30 PM
A joyous uplifting musical review
from the '40s to the '80s featuring the smooth sounds of Nat 'King' Cole and highlighting
the magical moments in soul, rock and roll, pop and Motown...
Wednesday, Feb 28th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Aengus
Finnan has been called a "travelling archivist" with honest story-style
songs and dramatic performances in the tradition of Gordon Lightfoot that engage
audiences wherever he performs.
Thursday,
Mar 1st, 2007 - 7:30 PM
New Zealand's WAI (water) creates
new waiata (music) out of ancient roots, traditions, language and musical techniques
of their Maori ancestors infused with contemporary reggae, funk, hip hop and R&B
sounds.
Friday,
Mar 2nd, 2007 - 7:30 PM
"The best new play of the
year!" (Edmonton Journal)
"Gutsy, honest, visceral theatre that
will offend some but touch many more." (Mary Vingoe)
Thursday, Mar 8th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Standing
ovations, enthusiastic fans, front pages of newspapers - The Chucky Danger Band
have been on a rapid rise since their debut at the East Coast Music Awards in
2006.
Saturday,
Mar 10th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Like Eric Clapton, Canadian legend
Rik Emmett is one of the most proficient and versatile guitarists of his generation.
With the help of the Jeans n' Classics Band and Niagara Symphony, Rik will perform
his favourite Clapton hits including songs by Cream, Derek & the Dominoes, and
the ever-popular Unplugged album.
Sunday, Mar 11th, 2007 - 11:30 a.m.
Sunday,
Mar 11th, 2007 - 2:30 p.m.
Talking trees? Singing flowers?
A dancing stump? Come along with an inquisitive and intelligent young cub and
his animal friends (Emily, Owl, Duck and Cat) for a fascinating adventure as they
set out to discover "The Enchanted Wood."
Thursday,
Mar 15th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
David Usher has become one of
the most recognizable voices in Canadian music. As a solo artist and with his
former band, Moist, he has sold over one million records and received numerous
accolades.
Saturday, Mar 17th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Two
of the most respected and entertaining modern Canadian singer-songwriters. Acoustic
alternative pop songs with beauty, charisma, and pure talent. Don't miss your
unique opportunity to join the performers on the Sean O'Sullivan stage for an
even more intimate performance and new perspective.
Friday,
Mar 23rd, 2007 - 7:30 PM
This is the long awaited Centre
for the Arts return of Barrage..."the hottest fiddle group in the world!"
(Disney World).
Thursday, Mar 29th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
"All
in all you're just another brick in the wall"
One of the most
intriguing and imaginative "concept" albums of all time.
Saturday,
Mar 31st, 2007 - 7:30 PM
A delightfully crazy trio hailing
from Northern France, Samarabalouf! plays original music in the spirit of world-famous
Gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt.
Thursday,
Apr 5th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
With more #1 records than The
Beatles, Beach Boys, Rolling Stones and Elvis Presley combined, The Funk Brothers
are the unsung heroes and studio band behind Motown's greatest hits.
Thursday, Apr 12th,
2007 - 7:30 PM
Dedicated to the rich traditions and boundless
future of jazz and dance, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks returns with another "concert
for the eyes."
Saturday,
Apr 14th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Sunday, Apr 15th, 2007 -
2:30 PM
Juno award-winning rumba/flamenco master Jesse Cook will heat
up the Sean O'Sullivan Theatre with fiery, passionate and percussive guitar work,
Moorish rhythms and smouldering charisma.
Wednesday, Apr 18th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
Most
Canadians celebrate on July 1st, but in Newfoundland it is considered a day of
mourning as it marks the anniversary of The Battle of Beaumont Hamel.
Thursday, Apr 26th, 2007 - 7:30 PM
"A
voice as sumptuous as sculpted honey from a woman who fills every second with
grace." Grammy-nominated Nnenna Freelon interprets the songs of Billie Holiday...
Friday, Apr 27th,
2007 - 7:30 PM
Saturday, Apr 28th, 2007 -
7:30 PM
The Celtic Tenors captivated us last season with their distinctive
style and unique'popera' vocal appeal.
Sunday,
Apr 29th, 2007 - 11:30 AM
Sunday, Apr 29th, 2007 -
2:30 PM
Telling stories is what Robert Munsch does - and loves - best.
For over twenty-five years he has been a household name to millions of parents
who have read his stories to their children, who are now reading them to their
children.
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