Breakin’ hearts, snappin’ necks, and chuggin’ bottle after bottle of scotch is all in a day’s work for Grant Canyon - the not-so-smooth talking detective who’s hot on the trail of… something. He’ll figure that out later. Because right now all you need to know is that No Tweed Too Tight – a hysterical assault of Kung Fu moves, bad facial hair, and unforgettable 70s-inspired action - will be offering double the hilarity at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on February 19 & 20, 2016! Strap yourself in and get ready for one hell of a ride, because things are about to get outrageous, offensive… and maybe a little hazy.

No Tweed Too Tight follows the exploits of Grant Canyon; an intrepid (and intoxicated) insurance investigator determined to get to the bottom of a mysteriously baffling case… and the bottom of a few bottles of whatever he can get his hands on. Part Ron Burgundy, part Kojak, and all tweed-clad bravado, Canyon is a well-oiled mystery solving machine. And as his co-creator Ryan Gladstone reveals, he possesses another characteristic that makes No Tweed Too Tight such riot of slapstick, homicidal hilarity – a knack for finding trouble matched only by his unquenchable thirst. “The show has such a fun concept” Ryan says, “every scene begins with Canyon coming back to consciousness and having to figure out why he’s getting buried alive, or on an airplane with no pilots, or inside an anaconda or whatever. And then at the end of each scene he gets hit on the head and passes out, or drinks himself to oblivion – a habit that definitely pushes him into more and more ridiculous situations!”

Unlike his blurry-eyed charms, Canyon’s ridiculousness has proven infectiousness, entertaining, and completely irresistible. Leaving a trail of howling audiences in his wake after sold out-runs of the Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Vancouver Fringe Festivals and earning heaps of praise from, CBC, The Georgia Straight, and more, Grant Canyon is storming across the Canadian comedy scene - and as Ryan says, his side-splitting appeal knows no bounds. “Canyon is kinda unlovable in so many ways… but people seem to love him anyways. I think it’s because he’s so oblivious, but is convinced he’s fighting for truth and justice. I won’t give much away, but there’s a scene where another character is like - ‘the cops are after you – they think you’re a killer!’ And he responds with ‘Ha! I’m the only one fighting for the good guys’. And it’s hilarious because he’s on a complete rampage and has killed like 20 people. The entire tone and character of the show is so unique that it draws different audiences in to experience our shows. No Tweed Too Tight is my kind of humour – I must have performed it over a hundred times now, but I’m still stifling laughter every time!”

So make sure you don’t take sides with the bad guys when February 19 & 20 come around – join Canyon for an inebriated investigation you’ll never forget! Tickets are $25 and are available from The Centre Box Office at 604-391-SHOW(7469), or online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

Adult Material and Situations: Not Suitable for All AudiencesNo Tweed Too Tight is generously sponsored by: Bathe Plumbing, Convergys, Dr. Yeng Chang, Unger Window and Door, Prime Signs, The Chilliwack Progress, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, The Department of Canadian Heritage

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

SARAH HAGEN WITH NICOLÒ EUGELMIPrepare to be captivated with our Classical Music Series! This installment will feature the lovely and talented Sarah Hagen in duet with violist Nicolò Eugelmi, a musician described as ‘perfect of style, intonation and sonority” by La Presse Montreal. Teasing striking, soul-soothing lines from his instrument to audiences across the world, Nicolò has built a reputation as globally acclaimed violist, and his incredible musical prowess will invigorate this concert with inspirational energy and dynamism. With complimentary freshly brewed coffee, tea, and sumptuous baked treats, there could be no better way to begin your weekend than with these spectacular concerts

Generously sponsored by: The Royal Hotel, Chilliwack Progress, Minter Country Garden, Convergys, City of Chilliwack, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, Department of Canadian Heritage.

February 26, 2016 at 10:30amRotary Hall Studio Theatre Tickets: Adult $27, Senior $24, Student $22

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It’s Fast! It’s Thrilling! It’s Hilariously Offensive!Take a Hysterically Inebriated Investigation with No Tweed Too Tight!

The Chilliwack Visual Artists’ Association presents

Transition

FOR TICKETS: CALL 604.391.SHOW(7469) or IN PERSON at 9201 Corbould Street, Chilliwackor ONLINE www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

The Centre Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30am - 9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am - 5:00pmOpen one hour before performances.

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Transition” is the theme chosen by the members of the CVAA for their first show of the 2016 season. It is a theme, which is very appropriate for the changing of the seasons at this time of the year, with the hope of a not too

distant spring raising everybody’s spirits.

The word ‘Transition“ has many meanings in the dictionary., which artists can apply to their work, in whatever media.: Conversion, Evolution, Transformation, Alteration”, to name a few. How exciting a vista that opens up! We can use a change in our own circumstances: our country side with all the new growth springing up everywhere: changes in our own perception of what we see, or how we want to portray our own vision now: or something simple such as

the change from day to night.

The possibilities are endless, so you can look forward to something different, something

fresh and new from the CVAA

On Display Febuary 18 - March 26Opening Reception:

Saturday, Febuary 20, 1:00-3:00pm

Crafts (Adult)

SCRAPBOOKING TECHNIQUES $80(4 SESSIONS) Saturdays: 1:30 - 3:00pmFebruary 27 - March 19, 2016

Jewellery-Making (Adult)

WIREWORK LEVEL 2 (3 SESSIONS) $72Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30pmMarch 3 - March 17, 2016

GLASS BEADS LEVEL 2 (4 SESSIONS) $160Tuesdays: 6:30 - 8:30pmMarch 8 - March 29, 2016

Workshops (Adult)

COLD PROCESSED SOAP $40Monday, February 22, 2016 5:30-8:00pm

GLASS FLOWERS $80Sunday, March 6, 2016 10:00am-3:00pm

Open Studios (Adult)

CLAY $6 DROP IN Mondays: 6:00-9:00pm Fridays: 10:00am-1:00pm (Students must have completed one of The Centre’s Clay classes) GLASS $9 DROP IN Mondays: 6:00-9:00pm (Students must have completed one of The Centre’s Glass Bead classes) LIFE DRAWING $12 DROP IN Wednesdays: 6:30-9:00pm Saturdays: 10:00am-1:00pm HANDICRAFT-A-RAMA NO CHARGE Thursdays: 7:00-9:00pm PAPERCRAFTS $7 DROP IN Tuesdays: 6:30-9:00pm

ART CLASSES AT THE CENTRE

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Art Camps!Spring Break

The Centre’s Spring Break Art Camps for Kids Now On Sale!A whole host of arts and crafts activities are ready and waiting for the kids at The Centre this Spring Break - from clay and crafts to performance and creative writing, there’s something for every aspiring artist.

Check chilliwackculturalcentre.ca for more info on class schedules, activities, and registration!

Exhibited in the O’Connor Group Art Gallery, located in the Chilliwack

Cultural Centre

The Centre Rocks! March 12

Carmen March 12

The Middle of Everywhere March 13

Giselle March 14

The Mystery of the March 15 & 16 Hungry Heart Motel

Trevor & Lorena Comedy March 19Magic Show

Simon Fraser University March 20Pipe Band

The Best of VIMFF March 26

Timber! April 7

Voices April 9

The Nylons April 10

John McDermott - April 14Traditionally Yours

Sarah Hagen & April 15 The Bergmann Duo

Jump! April 15

Gypsy April 21 - 30

Chilliwack’s Art of May 14Wine Festival

A Piano Extravaganza May 21

A Journey of Healing May 28

Wizard of Oz July 28 - Aug. 7

A Tribute to Elvis Oct. 19

SAVE THE DATE!Chiliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

THE THREE MUSKETEERSRe-imagining the epic exploits of the famous heroes with their uniquely interactive style of storytelling, Dufflebag Theatre will return to The Centre this season with The Three Musketeers! Filling the legendary tale of swashbuckling swordsmen with wit and humour and enthralling the kids before creating a hilarious plot twist, Dufflebag Theatre add a dash of originality to a story that has captured imaginations for centuries. In this fantastically fun production, it truly will be ‘all for one and one for all’, as the audience becomes part of the play - making sure the show is a different experience every single time!

Generously sponsored by: Envision Financial, Save on Foods, Emil Anderson Maintenance, The Chilliwack Progress, 89.5 The Drive Classic Hits, City of Chilliwack, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, Department of Canadian Heritage.

February 21, 2016 at 2:00pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: $10

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Chiliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

THE COMIC STRIPPERSThe Comic Strippers are back – and they’re just as ‘sexy’ as ever! This fictitious male stripper troupe, brought to stage by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians, offer a night with unparalleled seduction, charm, and… beer guts. These guys try to act sexy, it just comes out a little funny, with improv gags, audience participation, and an array of the most outrageous scenarios transforming the show into the most unique and ridiculous performance featuring five topless men you’ll ever see!

Adult Material And Situations: May Not Be Suitable for all Audiences

Generously sponsored by: The Chilliwack Progress, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, Department of Canadian Heritage.

February 27, 2016 at 7:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: Adult $32, Senior $29, Student $27

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Motivation by Dance in Motion presents

HEAR US ROARDance in Motion, a leader in dance education. Composed of a highly certified faculty, Dance in Motion works hard to develop dancers full of passion, integrity, confidence and strength. We realize that dance is an art form that is constantly evolving and breaking new ground and we take great pride in being part of such a fantastic community. The faculty at Dance in Motion is highly trained and experienced. They take great pride in sharing their expertise with all our students, from the tiniest beginner dancer to the most seasoned performer. Dance in Motion offers dance classes for all ages and abilities, from preschoolers to adults and all those in between.

February 28, 2016 at 1:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: $16 Advance/$20 At Door

Rock.It Boy Entertainment presents

THE LONELY - A TRIBUTE TO ROY ORBISONThe Big O was unmistakable with his trademark sunglasses, his distinctive, powerful voice, his complex compositions and the dark emotional ballads we all love. From 1960 to ’64 Roy Orbison landed 22 songs on the Billboard Top 40, including “Only The Lonely”, “Crying”, and “Oh, Pretty Woman”.

And, long may the music live! The Lonely delivers a sensitive and dynamic tribute to the one and only Roy Orbison. The Lonely - A Tribute to Roy Orbison approaches the music with a humble spirit and sincere desire to recreate the sounds and feel of the original recordings.

March 2, 2016 at 7:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: $48

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Chilliwack Lions Festival presents

CHILLIWACK LIONS CLUBDANCE HONOR PERFORMANCEThe Chilliwack Lions Club Music and Dance Festival provides opportunities for those in the Fraser Valley, Lower Mainland, and Vancouver, to perform and receive encouragement as emerging artists. Emphasis is on achieving one’s personal best. Our festival setting gives the opportunity to gain invaluable performing experience, fun and camaraderie of mingling with their peers. Revenue is derived from participants entry fees, paid admissions and donations to the Bursary Fund.

Dance Honor Performance which showcase the talents of the top contenders in dance.

March 6, 2016 at 1:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: $10, Family of 4 $25

Chiliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

A CLOSER WALK WITH PATSY CLINEThe legendary country and western music sensation Patsy Cline changed the face of popular music forever, climbing from small town Virginia to worldwide stardom and performances at Carnegie Hall, paving the way for female vocalists to rise to the top on the way. Relive Patsy’s journey with this fantastic hit musical, featuring all of her greatest hits including ‘Walkin’ after Midnight’, ‘Crazy’, and ‘I Fall to Pieces’ in a toe-tappin’, hand clappin’ country and western extravaganza!

Generously sponsored by: Bathe Plumbing, Chilliwack Players Guild, Best Western Rainbow Country Inn, John Martin MLA, Chilliwack Times, 89.5 The Drive Classic Hits, City of Chilliwack, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, Department of Canadian Heritage.

March 7, 2016 at 7:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: Adult $40, Senior $37, Student $35

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Chiliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

I AM WOMAN - HEAR ME LAFF!Continuing the ‘herlarious’ International Women’s Day tradition, The Centre will once again be host to another night of fantastic female comics in the ever-hysterical I Am Woman – Hear Me Laff! An annual celebration of all things wacky, whimsical, and womanly, I Am Woman brings a selection of stand-up comedians together for a night guaranteed to explode into an extravaganza of laughter, mayhem, and a ton of unexpected comic shenanigans!

Emcee: Christine Lippa, Opener: Lisa Person, Feated Comic: Katie-Ellen Humphries, Headliner: Tanyalee Davis

Generously sponsored by: Cloverdale Paint, The Coast Chilliwack Hotel, Chilliwack Times, City of Chilliwack, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council, Department of Canadian Heritage.

March 8, 2016 at 7:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: Adult $32, Senior $29, Student $27

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Jaguar Music presents

THE LEGEND CONTINUESREVEEN - PREPARE TO BE AMAZEDReveen has been seen by over 6 million Canadians! Now… the most popular show in the history of Canadian theatre is back! From the man that made hypnosis hip around the globe, comes the world’s funniest and most amazing stage show! The legend continues as Tyrone Reveen (son of the Great Reveen) takes you to the inner and outer reaches of your imagination with a Superconscious Experience.

People from the audience become the stars in one of the wildest and funniest shows that has left millions of people crying with laughter all over the world. It’s the ultimate family experience.

March 10, 2016 at 7:30pmHUB International Theatre Tickets: $45.40

Pick Up a Spring Season Brochure for full info on upcoming shows!Available at The Centre Box Office

Adult Material and Situations: May Not be Appropriate for

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