| Circus Incognitus - Family Matinee |
February 4, 2:00 PM
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An unforgettable one-man circus comedy With his numerous talents and years of experience as a multi-disciplinary acrobat, Jamie Adkins has won the admiration of critics and the adoration of the circus-going public. In his newest creation, Circus Incognitus, Jamie creates a show using everyday objects to perform dazzling circus routines. Each element of the show is fraught with new challenges, but for every problem there is a solution. Except Jamie's solutions tend to be a bit unusual. The audience follows Jamie on an adventure about having the courage to try new ideas, pushing them to the limit, and never giving up ... because you never know what you can do until you try. Free Pre-show crafts and activities at 1:00 pm. Tickets: $15 all ages Three-show package: $35 www.jamieadkins.com |
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| Lorne Elliott |
February 11, 7:30 PM
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Comedian As an official cultural venue of the 2012 Alberta Winter Games, Horizon Stage is proud to present Lorne Elliott. Proceeds of this event will assist young athletes from around the province as they 'make their mark' in our communities. Lorne Elliott is a humourist, a storyteller, a singer, and a playwright. Called 'delightfully quirky', 'unrelentingly hilarious', and 'a genuine and talented nut-case', Lorne has performed from Newfoundland to New York City, from Los Angeles to Australia. He has performed his one-man show in theatres, colleges, and clubs, regularly appearing at the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival and on such television programs as the Jay Leno Show. His weekly comedy series, Madly Off In All Directions, ran for 10 years on CBC Radio. An evening with Lorne Elliott is a unique and wacky amalgam of comedy and music, totally original, entertaining, up-lifting and foolish enough to make everybody laugh. Tickets: $25 Adults, $20 Students and Seniors, $5 eyeGo www.lorne-elliott.com
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| The Human Statues |
February 17, 9:00 PM
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Folk/Pop/Fun Jeff Bryant and Zach Stevenson comprise folk/pop duo The Human Statues. Originally from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, these young men are on a mission to 'spread jubilation across the nation'. Whether it's playing high-energy band shows at festivals such as the Ottawa Blues Fest or intimate acoustic performances in theatres across the country, Jeff and Zach are committed to connecting with people through humour, authenticity and a love of music and live performance. Combine Simon and Garfunkel's hooks and harmonies with the whimsy of Flight of the Conchords and you get The Human Statues. Could they be Canada's next Barenaked Ladies? Tickets: $25 Adults, $20 Students and Seniors, $5 eyeGo www.thehumanstatues.com |
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| Linda Tillery & the Cultural Heritage Choir - Family Matinee |
February 18, 2:00 PM
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African-American roots music Bring the kids, Grandma and Grandpa, too, for a roaring good time with Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir. World-renown for their breathtaking performances and commitment to the authenticity of African-American roots music, their vocals are vibrant and lush, their performances are poignant and uplifting, and the rhythms they play will have you up dancing from the first song. The group has recorded two CDs with "little people" in mind: Shakin' a Tailfeather, which was nominated for a 1998 Grammy Award for Best Musical Album for Children and Hippity Hop, a light-hearted, family-friendly collection of songs with a hip-hop bounce, which was awarded a Parents' Choice Award in 2000. FREE pre-show crafts and activities at 1:00 pm. Tickets: $15 All ages Three-show package: $35 www.lindatillery.com www.culturalheritagechoir.com |
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| Linda Tillery & the Cultural Heritage Choir |
February 18, 7:30 PM
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African-American roots music and music of the African diaspora Linda Tillery has been singing powerful, soulful music with her soaring alto voice all her life. In 1992, she formed the Cultural Heritage Choir in order to perform the unique and vital musical forms of African-American music. Today, the Cultural Heritage Choir is a Grammy-nominated, percussion-driven, vocal ensemble whose mission is to help preserve and share the rich musical traditions of African-American roots music. Their music is rooted in the deep south and is strongly connected to their West African and Caribbean origins. Performing together since 1992, Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir create dynamic rhythms and sparkling energy on stage. Their vocals are lush and vibrant, their performances are poignant and uplifting, and the rhythms they play will have you up dancing from the first song. Tickets: $25 Adults, $20 Students and Seniors, $5 eyeGo www.lindatillery.com www.culturalheritagechoir.com |
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