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Front CENTREDECEMBER 2016- NEWS FROM THE CENTRE

ART CLASSES AT THE CENTREGLASS BEADS 2: MILLEFIORI, FLORALS, & ENCASING*(adult)Tuesday: 6:00 - 8:30pm (workshop)December 6, 2016 Add millefiori and encasing to create funky new designs!Now that the basics are under your belt, you can decide which avenue of flamework you’d like to put more attention to. Choose a single class, or take all four and get two free Open Studio visits.Cost: $50 *One of four individual workshops in the Glass Beads 2 series.

BEGINNER PHOTOGRAPHY(adult)Saturday: 1:00 - 4:00pmDecember 17, 2016 Chilliwack Photographer Vickie Legere will guide aspiring photographers in demystifying their cameras with this workshop! Through a mixture of seminar and practical techniques, students will explore the different basic photography methods of DSLR and point-and-shoot cameras. Student will need to bring their own camera, as well as tools for taking notes.Cost: $35

Experience the sounds of Christmas, but with a gypsy jazz twist when Van

Django brings their festive performance of Cool Yule to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on December 8. With retro, swing takes of traditional holiday songs, it’ll be unlike any Christmas show you’ve ever heard! From classic favourites, to jazz standards, and even a few pop tunes and sing-alongs, there’s nothing that Van Django leaves out.Van Django has been performing since 1998 and has toured across Canada, as well as Europe, China, and the USA. Inspired by the 1930’s Quintet of the Hot Club of France’s gypsy jazz music, the group is finally bringing their talent to Chilliwack. Van Django has performed with gypsy jazz icons such as the John Jorgenson Quintet, and their first album Tiptoe Trip has been played on a variety of radio stations including CBC, RDI, Espace Musique, NPR, and even Lyric FM in Ireland. The group’s second album Waltz in the Shape of a Tree was released in April othis year.

The string swing quartet is comprised of four of B.C.’s most talented string musicians: violinist and composer / arranger Cameron Wilson, who also plays with the National Broadcast Orchestra; guitarist Budge Schachte who has performed with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and can be heard in several films, including Love and Other Dilemmas, his first feature film soundtrack; Finn Manniche, a graduate of UBC’s music program, plays guitar and cello and has performed and recorded with a variety of musicians including the Armadillo String Quartet, the Paperboys, and 54/40; and acoustic bassist and Vancouver performer and music teacher Brett Gubbels, who has played international

jazz and folk festivals across North America and Europe, and has recorded with Juno nominees Susan Crowe and Compadres, and Juno winner James Keelaghan.But Van Django won’t be ringing in the holidays on their own! The group will be accompanied by vocalist LJ Mounteney’s

soulful blues voice, as well as Keith Bennett and his harmonica, as they perform Christmas favourites with

a cool jazz twist that’s sure to cause some foot tapping or maybe even swing

dancing! With a talented troupe of performers like this, tickets are sure to go fast so get yours soon!

Join Van Django for Cool Yule on December 8 at 7:30pm at the

Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors,

and $30 for students and can be purchased at The Centre Box Office, online at www.

chi l l iwackc u ltura lcent re .ca, or by calling 604-391-

SHOW(7469).

Cool Yule is generously sponsored by John Martin MLA, the Chilliwack

Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, The Chilliwack Progress,

Classic Hits 89.5 the Drive, Canadian Heritage, the British Columbia Arts Council, the Province of British Columbia, and the City of Chilliwack.

From classic favourites, to jazz standards, and even

a few pop tunes, there’s nothing that Van Django

leaves out.

Have yourself a jazzy Christmas with Van Django’s Cool Yule!

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CVAA SEASONAL SHOW 2016 CVAA members group exhibitThis Annual Seasonal Show is always a success consisting of a variety of moods, media, and techniques. As the association grows and new members joining the Exhibit remains fresh and full of surprises. It might have a common theme or left open for individual members to decide. It will consist of all new artwork completed within the last year.

December 8 – January 7, 2017 Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday noon to 5pmOne hour prior to evening shows.

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SAVE THE DATE!A COWBOY CHRISTMAS Dec 18, 2016

NUTCRACKER BALLET Dec 21 & 22, 2016

THE LITTLE MERMAID Jan 11-22, 2017

SHAWN FARQUHAR’S CABARET OF WONDERS V Jan 20, 2017

DANCE TEAM PREVIEW SHOW Jan 24, 2017

FRASER VALLEY DISTILLERY FESTIVAL Jan 27, 2017

THE ONE AND ONLY Jan 29, 2017

CANADIAN GUITAR QUARTET Jan 31, 2017

THE KING - A MUSICALTRIBUTE TO ELVIS Feb 2, 2017

THE KINDA OK CORRAL Feb 4 & 5, 2017

FROM BACH TO BRUBECK Feb 10, 2017

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH VALDY Feb 10, 2017

SWAN LAKE Feb 14, 2017

SHAWN FARQUHAR’S CABARET OF WONDERS VI Feb 17, 2017

THE CENTRE ROCKS! VII Feb 18, 2017

ONE MAN, DARK NIGHT, A BATMAN PARODY Mar 4, 2017

I AM WOMAN! HEAR ME LAFF! Mar 8, 2017

LION, BEAR, FOX Mar 10, 2017

RING OF FIRE Mar 12, 2017

SHAWN FARQUHAR’S CABARET OF WONDERS VII Mar 17, 2017

THE CENTRE ROCKS! VIII Mar 18, 2017

GETTING TO ROOM TEMPERATURE Mar 19, 2017

THE IRRELEVANT SHOW Mar 21, 2017

JIM CURRY’S TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER Mar 22, 2017

THREE’S A CROWD...NOT Mar 24, 2017

THE BEST OF VIMFF Mar 25, 2017

SCREAMING CHICKENS BURLESQUE Apr 1, 2017

GLORY Apr 4, 2017

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Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

A CELTIC CHRISTMAS WITH THE NORTH SHORE CELTIC ENSEMBLEThe North Shore Celtic Ensemble invites you to join them for a spirited and heartwarming Celtic Christmas in their very own West Coast Celtic style! Magical arrangements, beautifully evocative songs, dazzling orchestral fiddle music and breathtaking exuberance take you on an exhilarating ride with special guests from the De Danaan School of Irish Dance through a colourful and eclectic repertoire. Come and harness the irresistible energy of this talented troupe of young musicians and let yourself be carried away by their unique and distinctive sound. This lively blend of strings, wind instruments and percussion will put an unforgettable spin on your Christmas season.

December 4, 2016 at 7:30pmTickets: Adult $35 Senior $32 Youth $30Generously sponsored by:Bathe Plumbing, Aromatica, Prime Signs, Laurie Throness MLA, Bob Plowright, The Chilliwack Times, Canadian Heritage, the British Columbia Arts Council, the Province of British Columbia, and the City of Chilliwack.

Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

HERE, THERE & EVERYWHEREPrepare to be inspired! An evening packed full of exhilaration, adventure, and sheer excitement that will leave you breathless and begging for more returns to The Centre with the world’s leading winter sports film producer, Warren Miller Entertainment. It’s been 67 years since ski-film pioneer Warren Miller picked up a camera to capture the wonder, the adventure, the humor and the beauty that is skiing. Since that time, Warren Miller film crews have traveled the globe—from storied slopes to hidden, snow-covered corners—to celebrate all things snowsports. Their quest has taken powder-hungry filmgoers, well, Here, There & Everywhere—and this year continues that legacy. It’s a pure rush of adrenaline!

December 2, 2016 at 7:30pmTickets: $20Generously sponsored by: Amax Praetorian, Mt. Waddington’s Outdoors, Minters, The Chilliwack Progress, Classic Hits 89.5 the Drive, Canadian Heritage, and the City of Chilliwack.

Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus presents

NUTCRACKER SUITENutcracker: featuring the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance in a delightful presentation of selections from the Nutcracker Ballet written by Tchaikovsky. If you like gorgeous costumes, first class ballet and top notch orchestral playing, then this concert is for you. Second half will be an eclectic offering of festive Christmas pieces that will include our symphony chorus, Belle Voci (our 10 voice a cappella ensemble), CSO Starlets (Andrew Sisters knock off) as well as community groups such as the Chilliwack Children’s Choir. Last year our Christmas concert sold out so be sure to get your tickets early for the best seats!

December 10, 2016 at 7:30pmTickets: $15-$35, family packages availableChilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

A CHRISTMAS CAROLBa-humbug indeed! Dufflebag Theatre returns to The Centre with the seasonal classic A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens’ story of ghosts, regrets, and a reformed view of the holidays is filled with wit and humour as well as enthralling the kids and creating hilarious plot twists. Dufflebag Theatre adds a dash of originality to a story that has captured our imaginations for the last 173 years. There will be no humbugs in this fantastically fun production, as the audience becomes part of the play - making sure the show is a different experience every single time! Get into the Christmas spirit in a never before seen way when Dufflebag Theatre bring an unpredictable and hilarious experience for all ages to Chilliwack Cultural Centre!

December 11, 2016 at 2:00pmTickets: $10Generously sponsored by:Emil Anderson, Tim Hortons, Coast Capital Savings, Save-On-Foods, KPMG, Best Western Raibow Country Inn, The Chilliwack Times, Canadian Heritage, British Columbia Arts Council, Province of British Columbia, and the City of Chilliwack.

KEVIN LAVIGNE’S CHRISTMAS MUSICAL ROADSHOW 2016In the Ken Lavigne Christmas RoadShow, Ken takes a loving look back to the great radio shows of old. You will be transported with this nostalgic and enchanting musical tour through the 1940’s and golden age of radio with Ken’s Band. Audiences will enjoy traditional and modern Christmas tunes like “What Child Is This”, “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”, “Christmas in Killarney” and so many more favourites from Bing Crosby to Andrea Bocelli! Let Ken’s lyric tenor voice and hilarious stories fill you with the joy and spirit of the holiday season!Ken Lavigne has charmed his way into the hearts of concert goers across North America with his exciting blend of classical tenor sound and modern style. A founding member of The Canadian Tenors and co-founder of the successful tenor trio ROMANZA, he has been touring and recording solo since 2008. Since performing at Carnegie Hall , Lavigne has worked extensively with famed LA producer David Foster and toured across North America.

December 14, 2016 at 7:30pmTickets: Adult $38 Youth $18

The Original Legends of Rock n Roll presents

ROCK ‘N ROLL CHRISTMASIt’s a well-known secret that without the influence of Buddy Holly… the Beatles may not have existed. Now some 50 years later… Buddy Holly, the man that left such a huge impression on what is arguably the biggest pop phenomenon of all time, is being celebrated together with the Beatles through this super “Yuletide Special” by two world-class tribute attractions… Zachary Stevenson performing as Buddy Holly and the Fab Fourever performing as the Beatles.This is a musical pairing that could never have happened until now… enjoy the performances of two of the greatest rock’n’roll artists of all time… performing all the hits plus their favourite seasonal tunes. Don’t miss… A Rock’n’Roll Christmas with Buddy Holly and The Beatles… plus special added attraction… Rock’n’Roll Diva Molly Dee!

December 15, 2016 at 7:30pmTickets: $49

Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Society presents

SING ALONG WITH FROZENExperience the Disney blockbuster of the decade and its chart-topping song sensation ‘Let it Go’ as you never have before, when Sing-along with Frozen turns The Centre into an enchanting winter wonderland! In a show that brings the musical magic that touched the hearts of kids and adults alike to life in the grandest and most fun-filled way imaginable, Sing-along with Frozen will be an unforgettable night of snow, song, and adventure. Follow the fearless Anna and her companion Kristoff on their epic journey to break the spell of Snow Queen Elsa, singing along to the inspirational soundtrack along the way. Introduced by our very own Anna and Elsa, Sing-along with Frozen will be the musical night of your life!

December 16, 2016 at 7:30pmDecember 17, 2016 at 2:00pmTickets: $18Generously sponsored by: Fraserwest Law Group, Your Dollar Store with More, The Chilliwack Progress, Classic Hits 89.5 the Drive, What’s On! Sardis, Canadian Heritage, and the City of Chilliwack.

F.G. Leary Fine Arts School Presents

PAINT THE TOWN DECEMBERWelcome to Graysville; drab, old Graysville. But it’s the holiday season, and each year, the young people volunteer to paint the storefront windows of every business in town in order to brighten things up and make the season a cheerful and colourful place! As they do, they also discover the colourful wonder of the traditions that the citizens of their town celebrate every December. From Kwanzaa to Christmas, Hanukkah, Las Posadas, and Ramadan, the real and figurative colours of the season come alive and paint a magical portrait of people learning about and appreciating the wonderful traditions celebrated by their friends and neighbours.

December 13, 2016 at 12:15pm & 6:30pmTickets: $6