Friday March 29, 2019 - 7:30
O-CELLI
South Okanagan Concerts Society
O-CELLI
South Okanagan Concerts Society
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Advance - $23 Door - $25 Student - $2.50 |
What can sound better than a cello? Eight cellos! Ô-Celli is a musical project, characterized by its originality and dynamic presentation, in the world of classical music. Since its creation in 2010, these eight musicians never fail to share their passion for the extraordinary richness of their instrument. Ô-Celli has had the honor of performing for numerous European festivals. Most notably, the International Cello Festival in Beauvais, the Flâneries musicales de Reims, the Festival Sully sur Loire (France), Festival Musiq’3 (Belgian National classical radio station), and the Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie (Belgium). 2017 was highlighted by Ô-Celli’s first international tour, performing from Ontario to Nova Scotia in Canada. In addition to this adventure they also broadened their horizons with concerts in Switzerland and Luxembourg.
Part of the South Okanagan Concert Society 2018/2019 Series. Friday, October 12, 2018 - Marc Atkinson Trio with Cameron Wilson Friday, November 16, 2018 - Double Double Duo Friday, February 15, 2019 – Duo Fortin-Poirier Friday, March 29, 2019 - O-Celli |
Tuesday April 2 @ 5:30
SPIRIT OF OLIVER AWARDS
Nomination Announcement
SPIRIT OF OLIVER AWARDS
Nomination Announcement
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Do you know someone who has gone the extra mile for the benefit of our community? Nominate them today!
In collaboration with Oliver Parks and Recreation, the Town of Oliver presents the 14th annual Spirit of Oliver Awards. Categories include Youth, Group, Community Roots, Community Builder and Individual Adult or Couple. Nomination forms can be found online or at the Town of Oliver Office. The nominees will be announced in the Theatre lobby. Nomination criteria can be found here. |
Thursday April 4 @ 7:00
MICHAEL HINGSON: 9-11 Survivor
Presented by Valley Congregational Church
MICHAEL HINGSON: 9-11 Survivor
Presented by Valley Congregational Church
TICKETS: $12.50
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On September 11, 2001, a blind man escaped the World Trade Center by walking down 78 flights of stairs with his guide dog. Days later, America fell in love with Mike and Roselle and the special bond that helped them both survive one of the country’s darkest days. Since 9/11, Mike Hingson speaks to audiences about his experience on that day as well as to discuss his thoughts on life and dealing with change. He has become a recognized internationally acclaimed public speaker who captivates audiences with his personal and compelling story. He also teaches his listeners new ways of looking at life and their worlds by helping them to visualize from his viewpoint how to live, function and thrive.
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Friday April 5 @ 7:30
A NIGHT WITH THE KING
The King is BACK!!!
A NIGHT WITH THE KING
The King is BACK!!!
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TICKETS: $35
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Darren Lee, crowned #1 Elvis impersonator in the world at the Memphis Elvis Competition, is coming to town. On his rise up the Elvis ladder, Darren has received a ton of awards and accolades that undoubtedly fueled his rise to the top of the Elvis world. Darren spent 11 consecutive years starring in the American Superstars show on the Strip in Vegas. The Queen even threw her Diamond Jubilee award his way for excellence in his field. Darren is the first Elvis to perfectly re-create Elvis’ 1968 comeback special at the Queen Elizabeth and Michael J. Fox Theatres. Tri-Cities Entertainer of The Year & 5 years starring in his Burn’n Love dynamite show in Maui - Darren Lee IS Elvis!
Thanks to Sonic Flower Promotions, Darren is bringing Elvis to town. A One-Man Multi-Media Spectacular that will blow any Elvis cobwebs away for good...Come spend a night with The King! |
Saturday April 13, 2019 - 7:30
RUBBERBANDance - VIC'S MIX
Presented by Venables Theatre
RUBBERBANDance - VIC'S MIX
Presented by Venables Theatre
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RUBBERBANDance Group is an explosive one-of-a-kind dance troupe.
Founded in Montreal in 2002 by artistic director and choreographer Victor Quijada, RUBBERBAND was immediately recognized for its complex, physically demanding choreography which brings together breakdancing, classical ballet and dance theatre. Since then RUBBERBAND has become a touring sensation, representing Canada at the Expo is Japan and presenting many hundreds of performances throughout Quebec and Canada along with frequent tours to Holland, Belgium, the United States, Mexico and England. In 2016, the company brought Vic’s Mix to the stage. With both humorous and serious moments, Vic’s Mix is a kind of “best of” the company’s work and orchestrating the creative clash between urban pop and classical composition. The performance spans the immense territory explored by RUBBERBAND, extracting jewels from their creative repertoire. TICKETS: $29 Adults, $15 Students |
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Monday April 15 @ 7:30
LOUISIANA HAYRIDE
Celebrating 10 Years!
LOUISIANA HAYRIDE
Celebrating 10 Years!
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Past Favourites and New Classics
Come join the fun and help the lovable cast of the Louisiana Hayride Show celebrate 10 years of touring this show across western Canada! You’ll hear the best country and rockabilly hits from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s as they pay tribute to the historical radio program, The Louisiana Hayride with past favourites and new classics! You’ll think you’re at their concert when you see Elvis Presley, Hank Williams, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, Crystal Gayle, Lefty Frizzell, Loretta Lynn and Willie Nelson step on stage to perform for you! Also featured in this amazing show is a tribute to Shania Twain. Audiences are loving the connection from ‘old’ to ‘new’ country! In addition to the tributes to these legends, you’ll also enjoy music by ‘greats’ such as Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Conway Twitty, Charley Pride and more. If you choose just one tribute show to attend, this should be the one! TICKETS: $45 |
Saturday April 20 @ 7:30
HIT AFTER HIT
George Canyon | Charlie Major | Doc Walker
HIT AFTER HIT
George Canyon | Charlie Major | Doc Walker
Presented by Invictus Entertainment
TICKETS: $57
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George Canyon rose to becoming one of Canada’s hottest Country Music stars in the early 2000’s and has won countless accolades and awards, including Juno Awards, CCMA Awards, and ECMA Awards to name a few. He has been inducted into the Nova Scotia Country Music Hall of Fame, recorded 12 albums, and was recently presented a certified Platinum Award for his debut album ‘One Good Friend’. With country hits like Just Like You, I Believe in Angels, Drinkin’ Thinkin’, Daughters of the Sun, I Got This, I Want You To Live, Slow Dance and many, many more. He is also highly regarded humanitarian, strong supporter of the military, and, most important, a proud father and devoted husband.
With over 20 Top 10 singles, Doc Walker is one of the most recognized Canadian country acts of the past two decades. The group has received multiple Canadian Country Music Awards, including Fans' Choice, Group or Duo of the Year, CMT Video of the Year, Single of the Year, and Country Music Program or Special of the Year. In addition, Doc Walker has been nominated for several JUNO Awards for Country Album of the Year, including a win in 2009 for the album Beautiful Life. Charlie Major is a true Canadian legend. He has sold nearly half a million records in Canada alone, and has been the recipient of 3 Juno Awards and 7 CCMA Awards. Rising to the forefront of the Canadian Music scene in the early to mid-nineties, Major holds the distinction of having six consecutive #1 hits (every single released) off his debut album. |
April 26-28 & May 3-4
LAWRENCE & HOLLOMAN
SOAP Theatre
LAWRENCE & HOLLOMAN
SOAP Theatre
Show times
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This is the dark and twisted story of a cynical and suicidal accounting clerk (Holloman) who gets taken under the wing of a happy-go-lucky, ever-optimistic suit salesman (Lawrence). Lawrence the optimist tries to teach Holloman the pessimist how to live happily and remain positive, until his own good luck starts to turn.
Lawrence's fiancee dumps him, his car is demolished, his dog goes missing, he loses his job, and his apartment is burned to the ground... and that's just the beginning! Is happiness determined by our outlook on life? Or can our destiny be changed by another? The play is written by Vancouver’s own two-time Governor General Award-winning writer Morris Panych and will be SOAP Theatre’s entry in the 2019 Okanagan Drama Festival. Visit SOAP Theatre's web site for full details. TICKETS:
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Friday May 10, 2019 - 6:30
AXÉ CAPOEIRA
Family ShowTime Series
AXÉ CAPOEIRA
Family ShowTime Series
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Axé Capoeira has performed worldwide since its conception in Brazil, making its Canadian debut at the Vancouver International Children’s Festival in 1990. Featuring traditional capoeira music as well as upbeat Brazilian vocals and instrumentals, performances showcase professional capoeiristas and dancers at the height of their skill. With exciting choreographed dances, internationally acclaimed capoeira, high-flying acrobatics, invigorating music and dazzling costumes, Axé Capoeira performances have enthralled audiences of all ages and sizes in thousands of schools, festivals, and theatres across the globe.
TICKETS: $12.50 |
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our sponsors:
Saturday May 11, 2019 - 7:30
THE COMIC STRIPPERS
A MALE STRIPPER PARODY & IMPROV COMEDY SHOW (19+ only)
Presented by Venables Theatre
THE COMIC STRIPPERS
A MALE STRIPPER PARODY & IMPROV COMEDY SHOW (19+ only)
Presented by Venables Theatre
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A fictitious male stripper troupe, played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians, performs a sexylarious improv comedy show. These guys try to be sexy… it just comes out funny. Come and join the explosion of ridiculousness that was the smash hit of the Adelaide Fringe in Australia and has recently been selling out theaters all over Canada and the US.
Guys, you should come too. Don't worry, their comedy bodies will make you look good. Winner of 'BEST LIVE PRODUCTION' at The Canadian Comedy Awards 2016 ★★★★★“Extremely funny !” - UK Fringe Review 2013 "Have not laughed this much. Ever." CB "One of the best nights ever! You'll laugh until you cry!" RL "So much laughing and smiling that my face still hurts...loved,loved,loved it!" KS WARNING! No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity TICKETS: $35 Groups of 10 or more $30 (please call the box office to purchase at group rate) |
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our sponsors
Saturday May 25 @ 7:30
THE BOSS
Tribute to Bruce Springsteen
THE BOSS
Tribute to Bruce Springsteen
TICKETS: $35
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This is Canada’s premier Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Tribute act. Tom O’Leary IS The Boss and he will "kick at the darkness till it bleeds daylight”. "The Boss" is a testament to the relentless experience of living a genuine life: words and music by Bruce Springsteen. The live Springsteen experience defines what rock music always espoused to be, and yet has always been… elusive! This will be one helluva show…and our very own Nashville singer/songwriter Kristi Neumann is gonna open for The Boss". "The Boss”, a Tribute to Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band and will light up the Darkness On The Edge of Our Town...Grab your girl, rev up your suicide machine... Get in here!!!
Presented by Sonic Flower Entertainment & OM Oliver Music and Entertainment. |
Wednesday May 29 @ 7:30
WHEN YOU'RE SMILING
Frank. Dean. Sammy.
WHEN YOU'RE SMILING
Frank. Dean. Sammy.
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When You're Smiling is a show about three rascals named Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. You might know them as The Rat Pack but in their day when they were planning a party they called themselves "The Summit". Together they really were the pinnacle of entertainment. When You're Smiling is a show is created and performed by former CBC Radio host Tim Tamashiro. It combines his radio and singing worlds together in a show that is part story and part song. Think of it like Vinyl Cafe with a live jazz band. Join Tim and his trio for a special performance of When You're Smiling at Venables Theatre in Oliver. TICKETS: $37.50 |
Sunday June 2 @ 7:30
DEREK EDWARDS
Alls I'm Saying
DEREK EDWARDS
Alls I'm Saying
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Alls I’m Saying is brazenly tentative! Like a sniper with the hiccups, Derek Edwards takes aim at life's galling moments, exhales slowly and jerks back the trigger. A riotous evening of homegrown comedy -- like taking a ride in an open golf cart with a good friend and a 6 pack.
From Vegas to St. John’s, this Just For Laughs veteran is universally considered to be among the comic elite. Certainly his peers think so, as evidenced by the fact that he’s a four-time nominee, and winner of Best Standup Comic - Canadian Comedy Awards, as well as a multiple Gemini nominee for Best Performance in a Comedy. As Rick Mercer says, “Everyone knows Derek is the funniest man in Canada.” Clearly the critics agree: “5 STARS - the funniest man on earth” - Winnipeg Free Press; “4 STARS - the crowd howled” - Victoria Times Colonist; “still the funniest man in Canada” - Toronto Sun; “Edwards reigns as the King of Canadian comedy” - Charlottetown Guardian; “Derek Edwards is hysterical” - Calgary Sun; “Edwards takes stand-up to next stage” - Georgia Straight; “the epitome of timing & storytelling” - Halifax Chronicle Herald; “the comedian’s comedian” - London Free Press. Alls I’m Saying - Derek Edwards’ new 90-minute stand-up comedy show, ...a richly textured and enthralling 'cut above,’ delivered with pace and authority by the consummate Canadian Comedian. TICKETS - $47.50 |
Tuesday June 18 @ 7:30
MURRAY McLAUCHLAN
Presented by Shantero Productions
MURRAY McLAUCHLAN
Presented by Shantero Productions
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Murray McLauchlan is one of Canada’s most highly regarded singer/songwriters, and with good cause. Over a 45-year career, he has released 19 albums and been awarded 11 Junos. His songs Farmer’s Song, Down by the Henry Moore, Whispering Rain and Sweeping the Spotlight Away are now considered Canadian standards. Murray is also a painter, an author, an actor, a radio host; he's been bestowed an Honourary Doctor of Laws and appointed to The Order of Canada. That’s quite a ride. Until recently Murray’s touring had been restricted to Lunch At Allen's, whose members also include Ian Thomas, Marc Jordan and Cindy Church. But with the release earlier this year of his critically acclaimed Love Can’t Tell Time, he’s back on the road treating concert goers to a seamless blend of old and new.
Here’s what he has to say: “As a songwriter I know that it's not enough to sit in your kitchen and write. Your songs need to be heard. Music is a communicative art and if it isn't brought in front of people there is no way to tell if that end has been met. I like to think of a concert tour as a kind of roving gallery to test your art and your ideas. I try to do my very best to make it worthwhile for folks to be there and to perhaps look at things in a new way when they leave.” And this, in a nutshell, is the Murray McLauchlan concert experience. TICKETS $47.50 |
Saturday June 29 @ 7:30
SIMPLY QUEEN
Presented by Sonic Flower Entertainment & Oliver Music and Entertainment
SIMPLY QUEEN
Presented by Sonic Flower Entertainment & Oliver Music and Entertainment
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Simply Queen is Canada’s premier Queen tribute. They have headlined theatre and outdoor festival shows to thousands all over Canada and the United States. Simply Queen is fronted by Freddie Mercury impersonator extraordinaire Rick Rock. Guitarist Bob Wegner (hand-picked by Queen's Brian May and Roger Taylor to play guitar in the award-winning "We Will Rock You" musical), Drummer Phil Charrette and bassist Mitch Taylor. The band performs all the iconic songs that made Queen one of the most legendary rock bands of all time, and faithfully recreates the grand scope of Queen's live shows, both musically and visually, with superb attention to detail. It's all live, and "Guaranteed to Blow Your Mind!" TICKETS- $42 |