Spring is Coming (Soon) - Two Day 2 for 1 Sale

While it isn’t officially spring yet, the warm(ish) weather we’re getting this week has inspired us! 

Make sure your March comes in like a Lion (Bear Fox) so it  goes out like a lamb.

For TWO DAYS ONLY we’re running a 2 FOR 1 SALE on tickets for TWO of our March shows:

 Lion Bear Fox on March 3 and DuffleBag Theatre: Robin Hood on March 4.

Use the password SPRING online, by phone (780-962-8995) or in person at the City Hall Ticket Centre.

*Sale runs February 26 & 27. Discount only available on tickets purchased in groups of two.
2 for 1 offer valid only for seats in Rows G & H - while supplies last.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with Sass, Sparkles, and Fun

Cheesecake Burlesque Revue Bring Their High-Energy, Empowering Workshop and Show to Spruce Grove

The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue keeps their audiences coming back for more! More laughs, more tease, and more body confidence. With influences from cult classics to Broadway favourites they create imaginative show-stoppers. The performers are as individual as the stars on the walk of fame - cute and geeky, rock 'n' roll, classic and elegant - audiences can't help but have a favourite or two or three! Known for high energy acts, lavish costumes, stand out performers, comedic timing, seductiveness and girl-next door accessibility, the Cheesecakes wonderfully sassy performance celebrates International Women’s Day (March 8). This is a perfect mother/daughter date, girls night out, or show to share with your sweetheart. Spend a fun and fabulous night with The Cheesecakes at Horizon Stage on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m.  

Formed in 2006, The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue is based out of Victoria B.C. The troupe has won multiple Monday Magazine M-Awards, including "Next Big Thing" and "Favourite Performance Group". They have shimmied across stages at Burlesque Festivals in Paris, Berlin, New York, New Orleans, and all across Canada. With a mission that includes performing with confidence, humour and sass, and putting on wicked shows that inspire and encourage their audiences, they continually develop themselves as performers. As much as their show is about fun and entertainment, it is also about sending a message: “Everyone is beautiful, and everyone should be proud of their bodies.” Armed with sassy-silliness, these ladies pack a sparkly punch that will make your heart happy and leave you loving the skin you’re in!

Betsy Bottomdollar, Kitten Kaboodle, Dolly Pop, Silk E. Guns, Lady Muse, Ginger Kittens, and Lolly Lushbottom mix song, dance, comedy, and lots of skin into a two-hour tour de force that will make you scream with every unhooked bra, laugh out loud, and holler for more at Horizon Stage on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are just $35 for adults and $30 for seniors and students (age 16+) and may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave), by phone at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090, and online through Ticketpro.ca.

AND… Unleash your own inner diva! Join the Cheesecakes for Sass Class 101, a 3-hour burlesque workshop on Friday, March 9 at 7 p.m.! Learn the history of burlesque and how to bump, shimmy, and tassel twirl. Spend the evening with fabulous, like-minded women and leave feeling great about your body and yourself. Students have the option to join the Cheesecakes briefly on stage during their March 10 performance at Horizon Stage. Register through the City Hall Ticket Centre on online through horizonstage.com for $30 before March 5. Participants should bring heels or dancing shoes, comfortable clothing, and GLAM IT UP!!! Boas, gloves, and tassels will be supplied for use. Sorry gentlemen Sass Class 101 is for ladies only, ages 16 and up, but we’d love to see you at the show on Saturday!

“…the type of good, clean fun that depends on the audience getting out of its seats and becoming involved…

The more people clapped, whistled and cheered, the more energy filled the Metro. 

This was a night of wonderful talent, great laughs and leaving with a smile on your face.”

- Grant McKenzie/ Monday Magazine

“The Cheesecakes strive to increase body confidence and sexual confidence of their audience, and they certainly succeeded. Every woman walked out of the Surrey Arts Centre that night with a smile on her face, a strut in her step, 

and in many cases, some pasties in her purse”

- Cassie Silva / Review Vancouver

Twists and Turns, A Dashing Hero, and a Dastardly Villain

DuffleBag Theatre Brings A Giggle-Inducing Production of Robin Hood to Horizon Stage March 4

Known for their retellings of fairy tales and classic stories, DuffleBag Theatre is a Family Matinee favourite at Horizon Stage. This time around they’re re-working the legend of Robin Hood, and there are sure to be plenty of giggles and guffaws as they pull audience members up on stage and turn them into the stars of the show. Part scripted and part improvised, DuffleBag’s shows are filled with terrific twists, goofy antics, and loads of humour. They tickle kids’ funny bones and keep the grown-ups entertained too, not always an easy feat. Come play with DuffleBag Theatre at Horizon Stage on Sunday, March 4 at 2 p.m.

While the King is away, the people of England suffer under the oppressive rule of his tax-happy brother, Prince John. Only a straight arrow like Robin Hood, the best archer in the land, can save England! By stealing from the rich and giving back to the poor, Robin keeps the spirit of justice alive, with the help of a few friends along the way, including Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, and Little John. But what if the Prince and the dreaded Sheriff of Nottingham lay a trap for our hero? With all the humour and fun you come to expect, DuffleBag hits the mark with this on-target tale of derring-do!

Since 1992, The "Nearly World-Famous" DuffleBag Theatre has traveled the globe, performing over 600 shows annually at theatres, schools, and festivals across North America and beyond! There are over 15 different shows in the company's current repertoire and all are performed with the same sense of fun, innovation, and participation that audiences (almost) the world over have come to expect! Called one of the most exciting and fun phenomena to come out of the vibrant Canadian children’s entertainment scene. DuffleBag works to build their young audience’s love of the basic stories of our culture, readying them for imaginative maturity. Past DuffleBag productions in Spruce Grove include Robin Hood (2009), Cinderella (2013), and Snow White (2016). And while their shows are recommended for kids aged 4 -10, no matter what your age, you’re going to have a good time and enjoy some belly laughs if you come to see them.

Enjoy an amusing interactive Family Matinee theatre experience at Horizon Stage on Sunday, March 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for all ages and may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave), by phone at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090, and online through Ticketpro.ca. Free preshow crafts for kids start in the lobby at 1 p.m.

“DuffleBag was a tremendous success with the audience- both young and old alike.”

Tamsin Miller, Whistler Community Arts Council, British Columbia

“They are masters of improvisation. A hilarious and enjoyable time for children and even adults!”

Ruby Lim-Yang, ACT 3 International, Singapore

“The opportunity for children to witness and even take part in these fun stories is the best way to establish theatre-going habits that will hopefully last a lifetime.”

Ralph MacLean, Imperial Theatre, New Brunswick

Folk + Rock + Growl = Lion Bear Fox

Three powerful, honest, and soulful voices sing dynamic songs at Horizon Stage on March 3

One part folk, one part rock, with a pinch of gospel and a dash of growl, Vancouver’s Lion Bear Fox boasts acoustic guitars, buzzing electrics, and screaming keys. All of this is anchored by rich percussion and thrilling harmonies. With a name that is derived from their “spirit animals” this trio’s sound harkens back to an era when the song itself was paramount. Christopher Arruda, Cory Woodward, and Ryan McMahon were all solo artists who joined forces in 2012, released a CD together, and have been touring relentlessly ever since. Lion Bear Fox are looking forward to bringing their spirited rock/folk mix to Horizon Stage on Saturday, March 3.

Chris, Cory, and Ryan have three decades of solo career experience combined between them. At an impromptu show in Winnipeg in 2012 they started joining in on each other’s songs and quickly realized that it was time for a change; and thus Lion Bear Fox was born.  In 2013 Lion Bear Fox was selected as one of the top 20 unsigned bands in British Columbia as part of the Peak Performance Project. That same year they released their self-produced debut EP, We’d Be Good Men. Described as a musical force of nature that’s sure to be around for a lifetime, Lion Bear Fox have made appearances at Canadian Music Week, the Mission Folk Festival, and The Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver. They have shared stages with artists like Tom Wilson, Good For Grapes, Elliot Brood, and Kim Mitchell. In February 2017 they released their second CD, the self-titled Lion Bear Fox.

“When we perform, people experience three powerful, honest and soulful voices that will take them on a roller coaster ride of dynamically pleasing songs,” says Woodward. “Each one’s a journey, and we welcome everyone with open arms to dance wild, scream and sing into the night and experience one of the greatest self-made gifts we can give ourselves, pure uninhibited joy.”

Ride Lion Bear Fox’s rumbling musical roller coaster at Horizon Stage on Saturday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 for Adults and $30 for Students and Seniors and may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave), by phone at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090, and online through Ticketpro.ca.

“One of the most appealing things about this group, is how easily they seem to meld so many different genres of music into their sound without it feeling overwhelming.”

canadianbeats.ca

“We’d Be Good Men comes out clear and unified—bound by powerful and passionate performances.” 

greyowlpoint.com

“Lion Bear Fox highlight of Lake Country Folk Fest” 

kelownadailycourier.ca

Not Your Average Chamber Music Ensemble

Proteus Saxophone Quartet Brings Energy and Intensity to Horizon Stage on February 17

Proteus Saxophone Quartet is redefining the traditional chamber music experience with their high energy, intense, and varied performances. Named after the god of the sea, Proteus Saxophone Quartet explores numerous instrumental combinations of the saxophone family through the creation and performance of chamber music. Proteus Saxophone Quartet is comprised of four Canadian saxophonists who met while living and studying in Paris in 2011. Since their formation they developed an immediate artistic bond and vision and have committed themselves to presenting lively, diverse, and beautiful concerts. As a quartet they have performed throughout Canada, France, and the United States and are happy to be performing in Alberta and Saskatchewan this month on a tour coordinated by Prairie Debut. Experience Proteus Saxophone Quartet Up Close and Personal at Horizon Stage on Saturday, February 17, 2018.

Without adhering to a singular aesthetic or stylistic genre, Proteus Saxophone Quartet promotes collaboration with diverse artists in an attempt to advance new works for saxophone quartets. They work with composers or performers throughout the creation process. Their concert will include works from the classical saxophone canon, popular tunes, and transcriptions and arrangements of music written for other genres. By programming interesting and eclectic concerts, they aim to entertain and share with the public the history of the saxophone and saxophone quartet repertoire. Their programs are inspired by the saxophone’s capabilities and diversity, drawing from its early acceptance into popular and jazz music, as well as into the mainstream of the classical music genre.

As educators, Proteus Saxophone Quartet has performed school concerts and University masterclasses as part of their ongoing commitment to work with and promote chamber music to students. Often changing saxophones or staging during concerts, they benefit from these pauses by speaking to and connecting with their audiences by explaining concepts, ideas and working relationships which contribute to the compositions aimed at enhancing the concert experience. Quartet members Tommy Davis, Holly Caigny, Mark Michalak, and Michael Morimoto are all highly educated, well respected members of Canada’s chamber concert community.

Tommy Davis regularly performs on six members of the saxophone family. He has a Masters of Music from the Université de Montréal. Holly De Caigny received a Bachelor of Music from the University of British Columbia and a Masters degree in Calgary. She currently divides her time between Calgary and Edmonton where she is pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts in Saxophone Performance at the University of Alberta. Mark Michalak has a Masters of Music degree from the University of Calgary. He has competed in several international music competitions and is highly sought after as a performer, instructor, clinician, and conductor. Michael Morimoto started his musical studies in piano and switched to the saxophone. He received his Master of Music from the University of British Columbia and has been a featured soloist in many ensembles.

Immerse yourself in glorious saxophone music with Proteus Saxophone Quartet at Horizon Stage on Saturday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 for Adults and $30 for Students and Seniors and may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave), by phone at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090, and online through Ticketpro.ca. Proteus Saxophone Quartet is being presented by Prairie Debut with support from The Canada Council for the Arts, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Arts Touring Alliance of Alberta, and the RBC Foundation.