Canadian comedian extraordinaire Lorne Elliott graces the stage with his crazy, non-stop, one-man show. Best-known for his own CBC Radio comedy series, Madly Off In All Directions, Elliott’s stage persona is a contrast of crazed intellect and extravagant jester--a blend of comedic mayhem and superbly silly performance art.
Learn more about Lorne Elliott.

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19

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DuffleBag Theatre returns for another fun filled and hilarious season of interactive storytelling theatre. Since 1992, “the nearly world-famous” DuffleBag Theatre has wowed audiences of all ages in theatres, festivals and schools across the country. In their refreshing adaptations of fairy tales and Shakespearean classics, audience members are invited into the show to play the main parts! The resulting excitement and spontaneity creates a hilarious experience for all and forms a perfect introduction to the classics. With DuffleBag Theatre, the dream of living a fairy tale actually does come true!
Learn more about Dufflebag Theatre and their amazing team.

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Adult:$21
Senior/Student: $16
WAC Member: $16
Child: $10

Matt Andersen

New Brunswick’s Matt Andersen has an enigmatic personality coupled with a larger than life showmanship that has been earning him a fervent and steadfast audience wherever he graces the stage. Matt’s sprawling Blues, Roots and Rock musical hybrid, with his sorrowing and soulful voice, has sparked a phenomenal buzz on the east coast. He is a very real, rare, raw talent and career artist who is vital to our musical landscape.
Learn more about Matt Andersen.

Del Barber

In the spirit of legends like Townes Van Zandt, Greg Brown, Neil Young and John Prine, Manitoba’s Del Barber dreams new life into old forms with a cutting sense of humour, a hint of cynicism, and songs that span the gulf between the sacred and the profane. Dipping deep into the well of the folk tradition, Barber's capacity to weave experiences and characters stems from a keen understanding of narrative, phrasing and metaphor, which get tied together by Barber's polished finger-style guitar work, warm home town melodies and his inviting and intoxicating personality.
Learn more about Del Barber.

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Vagabond Opera was created in 2002 by European-trained opera singer and composer Eric Stern. Then disillusioned with the classical opera world, Stern created a new context for opera: Performance on a more intimate scale incorporating not only opera but elements of Weimar Cabaret, Arabic and Balkan forms, and the original music that springs from the ensemble’s fertile creative work. This is not your granny’s opera, but a visceral artistic ensemble that features powerful instrumental and vocal performances coupled with a highly eclectic and theatrical experience.
Learn more about the Vagabond Opera.

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Brian Gore founded The International Guitar Night (IGN) in 1995 as a forum for the world’s finest guitarists/composers to play their latest original songs and share musical ideas with their peers in public concert. This has evolved into critically acclaimed annual tours in the US, Canada and the UK, a CD on Favoured Nations Records, a guitar instruction book and IGN releases on Warner Music Canada.
Audiences cherish the virtuosity of the playing and the friendly, informal ambiance of the performances. Participants relish the chance to collaborate with peers from different genres.
Learn more about International Guitar Night.

Play guitar with Brian Gore! Guitar Workshop from 3pm to 4:30pm. More information here.

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19

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Norman Foote
Norman has perfected the art of turning life’s day-to-day antics with kids into hilarious songs and social commentary about the way the world has changed.
His combination of original songwriting, zany puppetry and comedic delivery has made him one of North America’s most popular entertainers of his kind.  With intelligent, catchy melodies and song themes that remain relevant to kids today, Norman gives everyone something to laugh about and continues to deliver what audiences want.
Learn more about Norman Foote.

Whistler Children's Chorus
The Whistler Children’s Chorus composed of two distinct choirs – junior and intermediate is currently in its 16th year of performance. A non-auditioned community choir for youths and children with members ranging in age from six to 25 years of age, will blend their melodic voices to entertain the audience.
Learn more about the Whistler Children's Chorus.

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Adult:$21
Senior/Student: $16
WAC Member: $16
Child: $10

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Founded in 1968 by Donald Forbes, the British Columbia Boys Choir has won international acclaim throughout Canada, the Netherlands, the United States, Europe, the Czech Republic, Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain and China. The British Columbia Boys Choir is a four-part secular boys choir, one of the few in North America. Over its 43 year history the Choir has trained over 800 members who have represented Canada on 30 international tours, performing a demanding repertoire spanning centuries, from Gregorian chant to contemporary works.
Learn more about the British Columbia Boys Choir.

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19
Child: $10

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With a showman’s flair, a comedian’s wit, and the capacities of a bona fide Mentalist or thought reader, The Amazing Kreskin has, for some six decades, dramatized the unique facets of the human mind…his own.  His very name has become an integral part of pop culture throughout the world, invoked in comedy clubs, comic strips, print stories, and TV shows from sitcoms on through national magazines.
Learn more about Kreskin.

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19

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An enchanting musical version of Dickens' tale, The Christmas Carol Project is a unique and captivating blend of classic literature and contemporary music - a perfect entertainment option for the whole family.
The show features an extremely talented cast of Western Canadian musicians who have created a collection of songs written from the perspectives of their characters.
Learn more about the Christmas Carol Project.

"The (Christmas) Carol Project is like one of those tiny presents off in the corner under the tree that you almost ignore. But to do so would be a big mistake, for the true spirit of the season shines within it." Richard Ouzounian, Toronto Star, December 2006

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Adult:$28
Senior/Student: $24
WAC Member: $22
Child: $12

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A lot sure has happened for Nikki Payne since moving west from her trailer park in Nova Scotia. Her sharp tongue, engaging charm and trademark lisp has won her multiple Canadian Comedy Awards and Gemini nominations. Nikki has traveled the world with her unique sense of humor, performing at major comedy festivals such as Kilkenny’s Cat Laughs, The Las Vegas Comedy Festival and Montreal’s Just For Laughs, where she has been honored with being asked to play “The Talk of the Fest” shows twice.
Learn more about the Nikki Payne.

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Adult:$26
Senior/Student: $24
WAC Member: $21

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An ensemble made up of two trumpets, a horn, a trombone and a bass trombone. Created in 2002, it is dedicated to promoting chamber music for brass ensemble to audiences worldwide. This is achieved through records as well as high quality performances and entertaining musical shows. The ensemble’s musical repertoire encompasses many styles and periods. Its original arrangements give every carefully selected work a distinctive twist.
Learn more about Buzz Brass.
Watch a sneak peek of Buzz Brass

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19
Child(12 & under): $10

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Portland Taiko is a premier Pacific Northwest ensemble. Taiko (meaning drum and an art form) is deeply rooted in ancient Japanese tradition. Taiko is a dynamic and evolving performing art combining rhythm, movement, energy and culture into a single art form. Portland Taiko’s aspiration is to create a taiko performance of the highest artistic quality to provide a strong and beautiful voice for all to enjoy.
Learn more about Portland Taiko.
Click here to watch videos of Portland Taiko 

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Adult:$24
Senior/Student: $21
WAC Member: $19