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January 2019
Linda Shaw Packard
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND’S GUIDE TO WHAT’S GOING ON / BUZZON.COM
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Profile: Steve Bellamy by Jane Ledwell “for the complexity of the relationship
Confederation Centre has to
Charlottetown, to PEI, to the Atlantic
The facilitator region, and to Canada. One of the things
that’s exciting to me is that complexity. It
doesn’t have to serve only the nation—or
only serve the local community.”
Steve reflects, “It’s a very important
time in our conversation about Canada.
In one sense, historically, Confederation
Centre was meant to be a monument to
the Fathers of Confederation. It is
important to note that in the mandate,
through the arts, we also celebrate the
origin and evolution of Canada, and that
evolution is particularly interesting right
now… We just need to make the space
to tell the story.”
Something that drives Steve’s commit-
ment to making the space and telling the
story is youth’s role in “the current story
of evolving Canada.” He speaks glow-
ingly of the Confederation Centre’s
Young Company: “There is a positive
message of a desire for understanding
coming from youth. I’m excited about
the national relevance—the national con-
versation of youth around identity. I
think youth, out of necessity, lean into
the hopeful view.”
Education streams at the Confederation
Centre of the Arts also see “500 or 600
kids through here every week.” Arts
education responds to our “existential
need for the arts… Arts education is
more about getting to know yourself and
the human condition—being open to
perspectives different from your own.”
He’s also interested by “how far PEI is
advanced on seeing the arts and culture
sector as a contributor to economic
development and innovation.” He con-
tinues, “The arts cost more to do than
they bring in—on a simple exchange.
Those of us in the arts have a responsibili-
ty to become better at talking about all the
values of the arts, including economic val-
ues”—including, he notes, the “$26 mil-
lion a year Confederation Centre con-
tributes to the GDP of the area.”
Steve has been able to maintain his place
in art-making. Following his music
degree, at UPEI, he didn’t continue to
perform music, but he went right away
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into music, as a producer and recording
engineer. He reflects, “I’m privileged to
have worked with amazing jazz and
“Arts are ways into emotions. Arts are “It has been 23 years since I lived here,” classical artists.” His time in the past ten
where we connect,” Steve Bellamy says. In Steve reflects. “I like to say I left before years has been focused on arts adminis-
his third month as CEO of Confederation the Bridge and before the Internet.” He tration and arts education, but “I’ve been
Centre of the Arts, he’s still pinching him- returns to marvel at “the diversity… and lucky,” Steve says, “that I haven’t yet
self that he has arrived in this place. the richness of experiences available to had a gap where I’m not (producing
people.” And, he adds with enthusiasm, records)—though I can only work on one
“I’ve been lucky to live in a number of “The tradition of excellence in hospitality record a year, now.”
places in Canada,” he says, “and towns is even more elevated.
of 250,000, or larger, would be lucky to He sees his role at Confederation Centre
have a place like (Confederation “I’m generally still giddy about being as continuous with past roles: “A pro-
Centre).” In moving his family—himself, back. Confederation Centre is a creative ducer or recording engineer is ultimately
his wife, and two small children—to hub in Charlottetown, and I’m excited to a facilitator. I see my role here at
Charlottetown, he repeats a path his collaborate with the other institutions Confederation Centre as a facilitator, cre-
own family followed when Steve was 12 that are around us.” ating conditions where wonderful things
years old. He graduated from high can happen. I’m trying to create condi-
school here and from UPEI, in music, Having gone away and come back, “I tions where the amazing, national-cali-
before moving away. have a better appreciation,” Steve says, bre team here can do what they can do.”
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LIVE @ the Centre
Aaron at The Mack
Aaron Hastelow with guests on January 11
Aaron Hastelow is home for a visit and cians, including Andrew Murray, Jon
putting on a one-time only performance Matthews, and Deryl Gallant.
that will include performances of pop,
rock, ballads, duets, and more at The In 2017 Hastelow released his self-titled
Mack in Charlottetown on January 11 at debut album, recorded at the Sound Mill
7:30 pm. Recording Studio, which earned three
Music PEI Award nominations. After
The Charlottetown native welcomes studying musical theatre at Sheridan,
guest Alicia Toner, a Music PEI Award- Hastelow has appeared in theatre festi-
winner for her debut album I Learned the vals across the country, including
Hard Way, and a Charlottetown Festival Vancouver Opera, Neptune, Aquarius,
veteran from Million Dollar Quartet, and three seasons at Shaw Festival.
Spoon River, Evangeline, and more.
Hastelow and Toner will come together Hastelow recently starred as the lead of
to sing “Shallow” from the recent Jesus Christ Superstar at Confederation
Hollywood hit, A Star is Born. Centre and will lead again as Hamlet in
Kronborg—The Hamlet Rock Musical and
Other Hastelow selections will include as Sky in Mamma Mia! at the 2019
Fleetwood Mac, John Legend, Ed Festival. Other previous local credits
Sheeran, The Cranberries, Dave include Ring of Fire and two seasons as
Matthews Band, Miley Cyrus, and more. Gilbert Blythe in Anne of Green Gables—
The Musical™.
Tara MacLean, the singer-songwriter
and star of her own show, Atlantic Blue, Tickets for this and all other Sobeys
will also collaborate with Hastelow, as LIVE @ the Centre shows can be pur-
well as a guest band of all-star musi- chased at the Centre box office or online.
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PEI Symphony Orchestra The College Of
Piping honours
Guest conductor
Dina Gilbert will lead orchestra at Zion Church on Feb 24
Robbie Burns
On January 26 The College of Piping
and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada
will host a celebration of the life and
works of Robbie Burns at their annual
Robbie Burns Fundraising Gala. The
funds raised from this event will go
towards the operational expenses of
The College.
The eighth annual Robbie Burns
Fundraising Gala will take place at
Credit Union Place January 26 at 6:30
pm featuring a Scottish Ceilidh with
students and faculty performing tra-
ditional and contemporary choreo-
graphies. Come enjoy the music of
Robbie Burns along with piping,
drumming, fiddling and dancing. A
three course roast beef dinner, with
haggis, will be served. Tables will be
set for eight and elegantly decorated.
A complimentary shuttle is offered
The PEI Symphony Orchestra will feature Dina is regularly invited by leading from Charlottetown to Summerside.
the critically acclaimed Dina Gilbert as Canadian orchestras such as the Born in Alloway, Ayrshire, in 1759
guest conductor for their first concert of Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, to William Burness, a poor tenant
2019, on February 24. the Orchestre métropolitain, the farmer, and Agnes Broun, Robert
Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Burns was the eldest of seven. He
Known for her energy, precision and Regina Symphony Orchestra and the spent his youth working his father’s
versatility, Dina is passionate about Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra and farm, but in spite of his poverty he
expanding classical audiences and pos- has recently made debut performances was extremely well read. At the age of
sesses an innate curiosity towards non- in the United States with the Eugene 15 Burns penned his first verse, “My
classical musical genres. Symphony and the Fayetteville Handsome Nell.”On the anniversary
Symphony Orchestra as well as in Asia of his birth, Scots celebrate Robert
Dina has conducted the Orchestre conducting a series of five concerts Burns with a supper, where they
Philharmonique de Radio France and the with the Sinfonia Varsovia in Niigata address the haggis, enjoy music and
Orchestre national de Lyon in several and Tokyo in 2017. dance and perhaps some whisky.
Hip-Hop Symphonic programmes, col- The College offers step dancing,
laborating with renowned hip-hop The concert takes place at Zion highland dancing, piping, drumming,
artists. She also conducted the world Presbyterian Church at 2:30 pm on and fiddle classes as an after school
premiere of the film The Red Violin, with February 24 and will also feature the program and has two competition
orchestra and soloist Lara St. John at the winner of the annual Suzanne Brenton pipe bands and a dance company.
Festival de Lanaudière, and in January Award, violinist Judy Yun. There are summer programs, week-
2019 will conduct the North American end workshops, ceilidhs, concerts and
premiere of the film The Artist with the There will be a free pre-concert talk at recitals through the year. Students
Orchestre symphonique de Montréal. 1:30 pm in Zion’s Youth Chapel, where and faculty are involved in the com-
Dina Gilbert will chat with the audience munity on a regular basis doing
Currently Music Director of the Kamloops and provide some personal insights into parades, piping, drumming and
Symphony (British Columbia) and the the music to be performed. dancing at events. They travel to pipe
Orchestre symphonique de l'Estuaire band competitions, highland and step
(Québec), Dina is also the founder and Tickets are on sale now at the dance competitions and highland
Artistic Director of the Ensemble Arkea, a Confederation Centre’s Box Office and gatherings in the summer. For ticket
Montreal-based chamber orchestra focus- will also be available at the door before information call 436-5377 or 1-877-
ing on contemporary music. the show. BAG-PIPE.
PERFORMANCE
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Dec 28 Feb 15-18
Nick Doneff & Liam Corcoran Jack Frost Winterfest
With Imagination Movers and more;
with full bands downtown Charlottetown and Eastlink
Trailside presents at Pourhouse, Ch’town
Centre; jackfrostfestival.com
Montague Regional High Jan 18 Jan 26 Feb 21
School Choir Alumni Concert Friday Night at The Haviland 8th Annual Robbie Burns Rolston String Quartet
Hosts Mike Mooney and Laurie Brinklow The Mack, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
Rachel Beck, Brielle Ansems and more; Fundraising Gala
Montague Regional High School, w/ guest Chris Corrigan; The Haviland
Students and faculty of The College of
Montague, 7 pm Club, Ch’town, 7 pm
Piping; Credit Union Place, S’side, 6:30 pm Joel Plaskett
Harmony House, Hunter River, 8 pm
Dec 29 James Mullinger: Almost Jan 26, Feb 23 Feb 22
The Heart of the Holidays Canadian 2019 Tour Celtic Storm
Tim Chaisson, Rachel Beck, Dylan Menzie Harbourfront Theatre, S’side, 7:30 pm Aaron Pritchett, David James
Philippe de Blanc, flute, Gormlaith Rte 145 Bar & Grill, Bloomfield
Brielle Ansems, Logan Richard; The Guild, Maynes, concertina, Tuli Porcher, violin,
Ch’town Side Hustle Tom Gammons, guitar, Tre Thompson, fid- Feb 23
The Guild, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
Dec 30 dle, Luis Anselmi, Venezuelan Cuatro and Rachel Beck
piano, Carlos Cordova, bass guitar and The Mack, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
SnowWhite Sarah Hagen performs drums, Noah Fowler, bass guitar,
DuffleBag Theatre; Harbourfront Theatre, Debussy, piano Siddharth Acharya, keyboard; Irish Feb 24
S’side, 2 pm St. Paul’s Anglican, Ch’town, 8 pm Cultural Centre, Ch’town, 7:30 pm PEI Symphony Orchestra
Beauty and the Beast Jan 18–19 Presents: New Directions with
Jan 31
DuffleBag Theatre; Kings Playhouse, Garrett Mason Dina Gilbert
Georgetown, 6:30 pm Gadfly Zion Presbyterian, Ch’town, 2:30 pm
Trailside Presents at The Pourhouse, Homburg Theatre, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
Ch’town, 8 pm Mar 1
Dec 31
Feb 1 Compelling Works for the
ECMA New Year’s Eve Bash Jan 19
Finals Dr. Frances Gray Music
Hillsburn 9:15 pm; Reeny Smith on the VIP
Grahame Rhodes CD Launch Contemporary Saxophone
Stage 9:50 pm; Joel Plaskett 10:15 pm; The Performance Competition Duo—Nicole Strum & Tristan
The Pourhouse, Ch’town, 3 pm
East Pointers ringing in the New Year 11:40 UPEI Music Students; Steel Recital Hall,
pm; DJ HYPE 1:30 am; Delta Prince UPEI, Ch’town, 7:30 pm (snowdate Feb 2) DeBorba Sax Duo
Jan 20 Steel Recital Hall, UPEI, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
Edward, Ch’town
Luminos Ensemble—Songs of Feb 2 (snowdate March 2, 7:30 pm)
Jan 5, Mar 7 Ledwell & Haines: The Shack
Mid-Winter Trent McClellan
Yr. Obedient Servant St. Paul’s Anglican, Ch’town, 2:30 pm Wacky Review PEI Brewing Company, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
Dr. Terry Pratt w/ Vagabond Productions; PEI Brewing Co, Ch’town, 8 pm
Faculty Lounge, UPEI, Ch’town, 7:30 pm Johnny Ross & The Ross Mar 1–2, 8–10
(Jan 5); Watermark Theatre, North Rustico Feb 3
(Mar 7)
Family Rumors
Trinity United Church, S’side, 2 pm Bluegrass & Old Time Music Harbourfront Players; Harbourfront
Jan 6 Concert Theatre, S’side, 7:30 pm (2 pm Mar 10)
Jan 23–27 Janet McGarry & Wildwood, Bluegrass
Roy MacCaull, Kim Tuplin & Revival; Beaconsfield’s Carriage House,
Mar 3
Credit Union Music PEI Week
Friends Five days of music with 30 awards being Ch’town, 2 pm Bluegrass & Old Time Music
Trinity United Church, S’side, 2 pm presented; see BUZZ pages 24-25; Concert
Feb 8
musicpei.com Beaconsfield’s Carriage House, Ch’town,
Jan 11 Blue Rodeo 2 pm
Aaron Hastelow & Friends Jan 25 Credit Union Place, S’side, 8 pm
The Mack, Ch’town, 7:30 pm Pink Floyd Experience
Robbie Burns Concert Feb 9 Harbourfront Theatre, S’side, 7:30 pm
Jan 12 Celtic tenor Tom MacDonald; guitarist Rob David Rogosin, piano
Wolfe; trio of Todd MacLean, Aaron Crane Steel Recital Hall, UPEI, Ch’town, 7:30 pm Mar 8
Meaghan Blanchard and Jon Rehder; Flora, Matt and Kirsten (snowdate Feb 10, 2:30 pm) Thank You for Being a Friend
Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague,
MacLaine; Carrefour Theatre, Ch’town, 7 Homburg Theatre, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
7:30 pm pm (stormdate Jan 26) Feb 14
Amanda Jackson—Winterjazz Valentine’s Cabaret Cristian de la Luna
Jan 25–Mar 29 Fri (except Feb 15, 22) The Mack, Ch’town, 7:30 pm The Mack, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
The Pourhouse, Ch’town. 7 pm
Afternoon Recital Series Feb 15 Mar 9
Jan 13 UPEI Music Students; Steel Recital Hall,
UPEI, Ch’town, 12:40 pm Friday Night at The Haviland Fred Penner
PEI Pops! Stage and Screen Guest Liam Corcoran; The Haviland Club, The Guild, Ch’town
St. Paul’s Church, Ch’town, 3 pm
Jan 26 Ch’town, 7 pm
Jan 15 Fräulein Klarinette—Karem J. dance umbrella “When in
Feb 15–16
Big Band Combo Simon, clarinet; Jennifer King, Rome”
The Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble and
Raised on Television 3 The Mack, Ch’town, 7 pm
piano Directors Adam Gauthier, Richard Haines,
Colonel Gray Senior Jazz Band; Colonel
Gray Lecture Theatre, Ch’town, 7 pm
Steel Recital Hall, UPEI, Ch’town, 7:30 pm Dana Doucette, Gordon Cobb w/ Mariève Alan Doyle
(snowdate Jan 27, 2:30 pm) MacGregor; The Guild, Ch’town, 8 pm Homburg Theatre, Ch’town, 7:30 pm
The BUZZ January 2019 Page 7 Almost Canadian Comedy from James Mullinger at Harbourfront Theatre British comedian James Mullinger’s new show Almost Canadian comes to Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside January 18 at 7.30 pm. When Londoner James Mullinger decided to move to St. John, New Brunswick with his family, he thought his career as a stand-up comedian was over. Five years and two sold-out stadium shows later, James’ career is not slowing down. He has been nominated for both a Just for Laughs Comedy Award and a Canadian Comedy Award for Best Live Show, has appeared on radio and television shows across the country, and has had comedy specials streamed around the world. James has become one of Canada’s TYLER WARREN ELLIS biggest cheerleaders. He gladly promotes it around the world, and he has raised more than $100,000 for Maritimes charities. James also runs James brings his latest stand-up comedy his own international magazine, The show “Almost Canadian” to Maritime Edit, to share his love of the Harbourfront Theatre on January 18. To small towns and cities of Atlantic learn more visit Canada with the rest of the world. harbourfronttheatre.com.
Food & Drink
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Trent Hayesy IPA
Veg PEI New Year’s Potluck chased makes a difference to Heart &
Veg PEI New Year’s Potluck takes place Stroke’s work on PEI. Call 892-7441 or
Jan 28 at 6:30 pm at Haviland Club, 2 drop in at 180 Kent St, Charlottetown to
Haviland St, Charlottetown. Donations go reserve your ticket.
to educate Islanders about the benefits of
Pop-Up Supper Club. Local.
plant based living. If you are able, bring a
A group of young local chefs have put
dish so that there is enough food to go
their creative minds together to start a
around. Bring enough for 25-35 sample
Pop-Up Supper Club. Local. as they have
servings. Some ideas are chili, casseroles,
named it, is exactly that—locally focused.
desserts, and rice. Ensure that your dish is Brewmaster Trent Hayes mimics his
With busy work schedules, people in the poster image from 1997
vegan. It cannot include flesh, dairy
restaurant industry don’t typically have
(cheese, milk, butter, margarine, eggs or
time to mingle with others from their The story of the PEI Brewing Company
honey). Include a list of ingredients and
trade. The group thought it would be began back in 1997. There has been a lot of
serving utensil. For eating bring a plate,
interesting to find a way for chefs from change over the last 20 years, but one thing
utensils, napkin and a bowl for soups. 571-
different restaurants, with common ideas has always stayed the same and that is
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and values to get together and cook good Trent Hayes. Trent Hayes, Brewer at The
Coffee Morning for Veterans food. Profits from each pop-up will be Gahan House in Charlottetown has been
The PEI MFRC invites all Veterans to a donated to non-profits in the community. brewing beer for the Murphy Hospitality
special coffee morning on Jan 30 at 10 am Phil Ferraro of the PEI Farm Centre was Group for over 20 years. To celebrate
at the HMCS Queen Charlotte building, more than happy to host the first “pop- Trent’s accomplishments, the PEI Brewing
210 Water St, Ch’town. 892-8999 up” in Dec. “This is something I have been Company has brewed a limited-edition
hoping to get going for quite some time,” 473ml IPA as an ode to all of his dedication
Nortons Razzle Dazzle Ferraro said. Both Ferraro and the chefs in helping make Gahan Beer what it is
Reserve your tickets now for Heart & who took part in the event said that the today. Rightly named Trent Hayesy IPA,
Stroke PEI’s 15th anniversary celebration Farm Centre was the perfect home for the this beer packs a punch and was brewed
of Nortons Razzle Dazzle Gala, scheduled pop-up. The group is looking forward to with pilsner, wheat, and oats. It’s a pale,
for Feb 9 at Delta Hotels by Marriott getting local chefs involved in the project juicy, and aromatic 5.1% brew to commem-
Prince Edward. Early Bird tickets are and donating to other non-profits. To stay orate his favourite beer style, a hoppy ale.
available until Jan 18. Evening includes updated and get tickets, follow Limited quantities of Trent Haysey IPA
gourmet dining, silent and live auctions @Local.Supperclub on Instagram. Info: will be available at PEI Brewing Company,
and dancing to the tunes of FACES. Every Hunter Guindon, hunter.guindon@ The Gahan House, and the Gahan Beer
Nortons Razzle Dazzle Gala ticket pur- hotmail.com, 705-931-5306 Store on Prince Edward Island, Gahan
Harbourfront (growlers only) in Halifax, as
well as Gahan House Port City in Saint
John, New Brunswick and Gahan House
Riverside in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
Taste PEI
The Prince Edward Island Preserve
Company has launched Taste PEI, a deliv-
ery service for gifts and local foods. Taste
PEI gift boxes feature Island-made prod-
ucts, and can be delivered to addresses
throughout North America. Taste PEI gift
boxes can be customized to include the fol-
lowing items: Baked goods by The
Preserve Co.; Cheese and dairy by ADL,
COWS, Dairy Isle and Glasgow Glen
Farm; Chocolate and confectionery by
Anne of Green Gables Chocolates, COWS,
and Maritime Marzipan; Coffee, tea, and
hot chocolate by The Preserve Co. and
Receiver Coffee Co.; Honey by Island Gold
Honey and The Preserve Co.; Jams, jellies,
and preserves by The Preserve Co.; Sauces
by JJ Stewart Foods, Maritime Madness,
and The Preserve Co.; Seafood by Annand
Clams, Prince Edward Aqua Farms,
Raspberry Point Oyster Co., and Royal
Star Foods; Snacks by Lucky Fox Snack
Co. and The Whole Grain Bakery;
Specialty items by Fresh Start Fauxmage.
Taste PEI’s product lineup includes
gluten-free, low sugar, and vegan/vege-
tarian items. Visit tastepei.ca for details.
The Prince Edward Island Preserve
Company was founded by Bruce and
Shirley MacNaughton in 1985. Preserves
and other specialty food items are made
onsite from Canadian fruit at The Preserve
Co.’s New Glasgow headquarters.
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The Brew by Bryan Carver
Bogside Brewing
New brewery opens in Montague
BRYAN CARVER
David McGuire of Bogside Brewery
The town of Montague will have a lot to wheat beer with aromas of clove and
celebrate in the New Year with the launch banana, perfect for enjoyment on a sum-
of its second brewery. After years of plan- mer patio, and also drawing from the
ning and preparation, Bogside Brewing German influence, a crispy, balanced
will open its doors providing another Lager will round out their beer portfo-
great location for Islanders and visitors lio. An offering for every taste!
alike to settle in for a pint of locally Eventually, Bogside will introduce its
brewed beer in a distinctly Island-influ- own brand of hard cider made with
enced venue. juice sourced from local orchards and
fermented and packaged onsite.
The project is lead by David McGuire
and based on a vision he had developed Since the final installation require-
of a unique destination in the eastern ments are still ongoing, we should not
community. After finding the building expect to see the doors open until
located at 11 Brooke Street, his vision March or April 2019. Be sure to keep
began to unfold and gained traction with an ear out for the launch date and cir-
the support of the community that cle it in your calendar as the Bogside
allowed the project to get off the ground. Brewing experience will be in high
demand throughout the summer ses-
Bogside Brewing will feature a restau- sion. Thankfully, we can also anticipate
rant and on-site brewery, both built 473 ml cans being made available in
around an open concept design that select PEI Liquor Stores.
allows guests to see and interact with
both sides of the operation. The restau-
rant will feature locally sourced foods
with a focus on BBQ flavours, fresh
seafood and locally cured meats.
McGuire has made great efforts to find
PEI products to showcase to the guests
of Bogside, aiming to highlight the
world class offerings we have available.
The brewery will launch with four beers
offering a well-rounded selection of
styles. On the hoppier side, an India
Session Ale filled with big hoppy
flavours but low enough in alcohol con-
tent that a second round would not be
out of the question, on the malty side, a
roasty American style Nut Brown, dark
in colour with hints of coffee and choco-
late, a Hefeweizen, a German-style
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Festival of Wines Songs of Mid-Winter
Tickets are now available for the
Festival of Wines which takes place May
Luminos Ensemble Jan 20 Fräulein Klarinette
24 and 25 from 7–10 pm at the Eastlink
In the second concert of their second sea-
Piano and clarinet recital at UPEI’s Dr. Steel Recital Hall
Centre, Charlottetown. Explore 300+
son, PEI’s professional chamber choir
wines from the world’s most reputed Luminos Ensemble presents From Out Of
wine regions, including 2019’s featured The Dark: Songs of Mid-Winter, on
wine region, Germany, and indulge in January 20, at 2:30 pm, at St. Paul’s
local ingredients served up by some of Anglican Church in Charlottetown.
the Island’s best restaurants and food “January can seem so bleak—the days
producers. Events include Prestige on are short, all the pretty lights of
May 23 from 7–10 pm. This elevated Christmas are gone, and it’s so cold,”
tasting experience showcases 300+ says Artistic Director Dr. Margot
wines from the world’s most reputed Rejskind. “So I went looking for music
wine regions, plus 75 additional careful- that would help us to find the beauty in
ly-selected, limited vintages available the darkness, and also remind us that the
only at Prestige. With a limited number light is not gone forever.”
of tickets available, you can look for- The program opens in meditative twi-
ward to a relaxed, intimate evening of light, featuring excerpts from
wine tasting and exploration. You’ll Rachmaninov’s famous All-Night Vigil
have the opportunity to interact face-to- Op. 37, as well as Gregorio Allegri’s stun-
face with winemakers, winery staff, ning Miserere Mei, composed for the
sommeliers and accredited product Sistine Chapel Choir; and also includes
advisors eager to share their in-depth Claude Debussy’s Yver, nous n’estes u’un Karem Simon and Jennifer King
wine knowledge and provide an excep- villain! (“Winter, you are nothing but a
tional tasting experience. Prestige will villain!”) as a stinging indictment of the UPEI Clarinet Professor Karem J. Simon understanding of the technical and
also feature Terroir Tastings where win- cruelness of winter. As they move will team with Nova Scotian collaborative expressive elements of the clarinet.
ery principals will guide you through towards the sunlight of spring, the choir pianist Jennifer King in a recital of music Other works by Louis Cahuzac, Ernest
every aspect of an iconic wine’s life— will also be joined by pianist Jacqueline for clarinet and piano on January 26 at Chausson, Leonard Bernstein, and Adolf
Sorensen Young and violinist Madeline 7:30 pm at the Dr. Steel Recital. Its title, Schreiner will be performed.
from vineyard to glass—and pair it with
Kapp MacDonald for Eric Whitacre’s Five Fräulein Klarinette, refers to the name
complimentary local foods prepared by
Hebrew Love Songs, a favourite with affectionately given by Johannes Brahms Jennifer King has established a career as
Island chefs. Purchase the festival offer-
both singers and audiences alike. The to Richard Mühlfeld, whose exquisite a versatile pianist, equally comfortable in
ings at their wine boutique. For info and
concert will also feature music by Purcell, musicianship and clarinet tone inspired solo and chamber roles. In September of
a list of festival wines visit
Tallis, The Beatles, and more. Brahms to renege on his proposed retire- 2018 she was involved in the presenta-
peiwinefest.com. Eastlink Centre is at 46
Tickets are available at ment and write several chamber works tion of Messiaen’s “Quartet for the End
Kensington Road, Charlottetown. LuminosEnsemble.com. for clarinet. of Time,” and last January, she visited
Charlottetown to perform music from
Brahms’ Sonata Op. 120, No. 1 forms the her first solo CD, O Mistress Moon!.
centrepiece of this recital’s program-
ming. It is among the most respected Tickets for this recital may be acquired
works of the clarinet repertoire and is at the admission’s desk on the night of
remarkable in showcasing Brahms’ the recital.
Debussy Préludes
Sarah Hagen at St. Paul’s Church on January 18
Pianist Sarah Hagen will perform
Debussy’s first book of Préludes at St.
Paul’s Church on January 18 at 8 pm.
The performance will include an intro-
duction illuminating the hidden cor-
ners of these twelve marvellous imagi-
native and colourful works.
Now making her home in Argyle
Shore, Hagen’s extensive touring has
taken her from Tofino, BC to Goose
Bay, Labrador and across the pond to
Sweden, France, Germany and Italy.
A Smithers Interior News review
said: “If all you wanted was a marvel-
lously handled piece of difficult piano
music, it would be hard to ask for
more. Hagen did much more than just
hit the notes in the right spots…
Hagen’s performance has made me
reconsider my classical music likes
and dislikes.”
The performance will be 75 min-
utes long without intermission.
Admission is pay-what-you-will at the
door. St. Paul's Church is located at
the corner of Prince and Grafton
streets in Charlottetown.The BUZZ January 2019 Page 11
LIVE @ the Centre
Rolston String Quartet
World touring ensemble to perform in Charlottetown
The Rolston String Quartet is bringing a This past December the Quartet played a
storm of classical music to The Mack this sold-out show at Carnegie Hall in New
February with Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre. York City and are performing at
After playing sold-out shows across the London’s Wigmore Hall in 2019. They’ll
world, this Canadian group is presenting also be recording their first album in
a performance in PEI. January.
The group was formed more than five “It should be an interesting mix of music,
years ago and is made up former students including a program bookended by clas-
of The Glenn Gould School in Toronto. sics,” adds Lo. “Plus, we’ll be perform-
They’ve been featured on CBC’s 2016 list ing Murray Schafer’s “Waves,” which is
of hot Canadian classical musicians under perfect for the Maritimes. It’s very evoca-
30 and have received the prestigious tive of the sights and sounds of the
Cleveland Quartet Award from Chamber area.”
Music America, just to name a couple of
their accomplishments. The Rolston String Quartet performs at
the Mack in Charlottetown on February
“All of this has been exhilarating and 21 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at the
it’s been a dream come true,” says door, at Confederation Centre's box
Jonathan Lo, the cellist with the office, online at confederationcentre.com,
Quartet. “It’s something we couldn’t or via phone at 566-1267 or 1-800-565-
have imagined when we first got 0278. The Accelerando Classical Music
together and we’re blessed to continue Performance Fund is the production
performing together.” sponsor for this performance.
Enter the Kings County Music Festival
The Kings County Music Festival is competitive classes. Competitors may
looking for young musicians who enjoy be recommended to the provincial
performing to consider entering their music festival by adjudicators at the
festival which takes place in early May. local festivals.
They offer classes in piano, voice, instru- This year’s festival in Kings County
mental, and choral (school and commu- takes place April 30 to May 4, 2019 at
nity) for all levels; beginner to advanced. Hillcrest United Church in Montague.
Guidelines, a list of classes, and the The week concludes with the Award’s
entry form can be found at the PEI Night Concert on May 5. This evening is
Kiwanis Music Festival website: a highlight of the week, awarding many
peikiwanismusicfestival.ca/ students with monetary awards to sup-
kings-county/. port their musical studies.
The Kings County Music Festival is Entry deadline for Kings County
one of the four local divisions of the PEI Music Festival is February 14. If you have
Kiwanis Music Festival Association any questions, contact one of the coordi-
whose purpose is to promote and nators: Lynda Sharp at 651-2560 or
encourage growth in music through lynda240@bellaliant.net or Anne White at
local festivals in competitive and non- 838-2660 or dawhite@pei.sympatico.ca.Page 12 The BUZZ January 2019
Jack Frost
Winterfest at PEI Pops! concert
Eastlink Centre Hit music from stage and screen on January 13
Jack Frost launches ticket sales for the
Leo Marchildon conducts the PEI Pops! orchestra
2019 Jack Frost Winterfest at Eastlink
Centre Charlottetown with help of Hon.
Chris Palmer, Minister of Economic The PEI Pops! is set to provide an after- audiences seem to really enjoy the new
Development and Tourism noon of hits from stage and screen. pops format, with music that is at once
familiar and accessible, there have
Emmy-Award winning entertainers, A 30-piece orchestra under the direction been a few people, both among the
Imagination Movers, will bring their of Leo Marchildon will perform music orchestra members and the general
high energy, interactive live music from Guys and Dolls, La La Land, Dances public that miss the classical reper-
act to the Jack Frost Winterfest pre- with Wolves and Jurassic Park. Also on toire,” says Marchildon. “Although it
sented by Island Coastal, February the bill of fare is Richard Rodgers’ score is virtually impossible to please every-
15–18 in Charlottetown. to Victory at Sea, a documentary series body when it comes to musical genres,
Hailed as the No. 1 rated major on naval warfare during World War II I’m hoping to provide the best of both
touring act for families, based on fan which originally aired in 1952. worlds here, with a tradition of music
reviews on Ticketmaster.com, the that stirs fond memories, while at the
Imagination Movers have entertained This concert also pays a nod to the same time stirring the imagination
more than a million fans in North orchestra’s former identity as the with new ideas.”
America, Europe, and Asia over the Strathgartney Chamber Orchestra by
last decade. The Jack Frost Winterfest including a few classical works in the Concert takes place January 13 at 3 pm
will be the only Movers appearance mix, including Smetena’s symphonic in St. Paul’s Church, 101 Prince Street,
in the Maritime provinces. tone poem “The Moldau.” “Although Charlottetown.
Now in its 14th year, the Jack
Frost Winterfest presented by Island
Coastal is a favorite Atlantic
Canadian family event and the
largest winter festival east of Quebec
City. Embrace our Canadian winter
Friday Night Live at the Haviland
at Jack Frost’s Eastlink Outdoor Hosted by Laurie Brinklow and Mike Mooney
Snow Kingdom, an interactive winter
playground featuring snow and ice A new monthly series, Friday
slides, a mountainous tube run, and Night Live at the Haviland, starts
ice sculptures by the Canadian Snow Friday, January 18, from 7 to 10
Sculpting Team. New this year, Jack pm (stormdate Feb 1).
Frost’s Eastlink Snow Kingdom will Hosted by singer-songwriters
open on Islander Day, February 18, Mike Mooney and Laurie
offering an extra day of outdoor fam- Brinklow, the evening features an
ily fun. Warm up at Jack Frost’s introductory set by Mike and
Indoor Playland with a petting zoo, Laurie, followed by an invited
inflatables, face painting, family guest or guests, and finishing up Laurie Brinklow Mike Mooney
photo ops, and more. with an Open Stage featuring
Tickets are available online music, poetry and prose, comedy…you music starting at 7 pm. A bar is available
through jackfrostfestival.com, in per- name it. All you have to do is sign up at for those 19+. The Haviland Club, featur-
son at Eastlink Centre Charlottetown the door—but come early as it’s sure to ing a beautiful “Great Room” ideal for
(41 Kensington Road) or by calling fill up fast. intimate performances, is located at 2
629-6625. Tickets are also available at The January event features members Haviland Street, Charlottetown.
The Lotto Booth at Confederation of the band Birdhouse, which recorded Everyone is welcome.
Court Mall. Stay up-to-date on Jack their CD of contemporary folk rock in The next Friday Night Live is sched-
Frost programming additions through 2002. Former Birdhouse bandmates Mike uled for February 15, featuring Liam
jackfrostfestival.com and through Mooney and Chris Corrigan will bring Corcoran. For information email
social media @JackFrostWinterfest, back some musical memories. laurie.brinklow@gmail.com, pipdick-
@JackFrostFest, and jackfrostpei. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with the ens2012@hotmail.co.uk or call 894-4421.The BUZZ January 2019 Page 13
LIVE @ the Centre
Gadfly crew
Urban roots dance crew on Homburg stage January 31
Gadfly is an eclectic urban dance crew across Canada for events and organiza-
that is stepping its way onto PEI soil with tions such as Luminato, TED Talks,
Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre. Nike, and Ryerson University.
The crew is led by directors Ofilion Gadfly performs at the Homburg
Sinbadinho and Apolonia Velasquez, Theatre on January 31. Tickets at box
who created their signature Aybrid office or confederationcentre.com
Movement style, an urban dance style
with a twist. Born from Chilean and
Guatemalan parents Apolonia
Velasquez and Salvadorian native,
Ofilio Sinbadinho Portillo have been cre- Robbie Burns concert
ative collaborators since 2000. Both fran- Celtic tenor Tom MacDonald from NS,
cophones raised in Montreal, they estab- guitarist Rob Wolfe from Arisaig, NS;
lished Gadfly in Toronto, the first urban Island trio of Todd MacLean, Aaron
dance-rooted dance company. Crane and Jon Rehder, the family of
Flora, Matt and Kirsten MacLaine, and
Gadfly is a Repertoire Dance Company Janelle Banks will highlight the
that has been moving people, pulsing Caledonian Club’s annual Robbie Burns
questions and cooking worlds since Concert being held at the Carrefour
2006. Their body of work includes full- Theatre, 5 Acadian Drive,
evening works, performances at Ted Charlottetown, 7 pm on January 25
Talks Toronto, Nuit Blanche, Luminato, (stormdate Jan 26). There will be the
Festival DansEncore, and for several Address to the Haggis which will be
charitable organizations. With served with Roddie MacLean’s world
“Klorofyl,” Gadfly was the recipient of famous oatcakes at intermission.
the Dora Mavor Moore Award for For ticket information email
Outstanding Performance. They’ve also caledonianclubofpei@gmail.com or call
been commissioned to create work 675-2359 to reserve tickets.Page 14 The BUZZ January 2019
Raised on TV #3
Now in its third season, Raised on Doucette, and Gordon Cobb have each
Television (RoTV3) is taking a look at taken on the task of casting and direct-
Canadian television with its latest pro- ing two Canadian shows each and will
duction coming up in February. be working with Mariève MacGregor to
“The audience seems to really enjoy ready them for the stage.
Raised on Television—there’s some- The all-Canadian focus is something
thing about seeing familiar shows that everyone is excited about. “We see
brought to life on stage,” Grace so many American shows, on TV,
Kimpinski, producer, said when asked Netflix, elsewhere… it’s easy for us to
about bringing the show back for anoth- forget just how much fantastic television
er season, “and there’s so much to work has come, and continues to come, from
with that it’s easy to keep RoTV fresh.” Canada,” Kimpinski said.
Once again the directors were all Raised on Television 3 will be per-
given certain rules to follow such as set formed February 15 and 16 at The
pieces, scene length, and most impor- Guild. Doors open at 7:30 pm with the
tantly strict faithfulness to the dialogue. show starting at 8 pm. Tickets can be
Beyond that they have complete free- purchased at The Guild box office
dom to interpret or remix the chosen (online or at the door). For information,
shows in any way they wish. Adam contact Grace Kimpinski at
Gauthier, Richard Haines, Dana rotvpei@gmail.com.The BUZZ January 2019 Page 15
Trinity concerts
Two concerts in January at the Trinity United Concert Series
Ross Family—Stephanie Ross, Johnny Ross, Danielle Ross.
Bob MacLean, Kim Tuplin, Steve Perry, Sandra and Roy MacCaull
Trinity United Church in Summerside noon of entertainment. The group is
will present two concerts in January. comprised of Danielle Ross on fiddle,
Roy MacCaull, Kim Tuplin and Friends Stephanie Ross on guitar—both of
will perform January 6 at 2 pm. whom also sing and stepdance—and
Roy and Kim began performing Johnny Ross, who plays piano and
together about two years ago after serves as emcee. The siblings perform
Kimmade her CD, Living The Dream, roots-traditional music with an empha-
with Roy at his studio in Ellerslie. They sis on showmanship and fun. Dorothy
decided to get together to create a CD Ross, mother of the band members, will
Singing In Harmony, singing old time be featured as guest stepdancer.
country duets. Sometimes their group Doors will open for both shows at
includes Roy’s daughter Sandra and 1:15 for showtime at 2 pm. Admission is
Steve Perry, their fiddle player who at the door or you can purchase advance
played with Tommy Hunter and Harry tickets by contacting the church office at
Hibbs. Their latest CD is a gospel collec- 436-3155 or Wendell at 436-8600. Buy
tion Nearer My God To Thee, a tribute to some of Trinity’s fudge at intermission.
the Titanic and the souls that were lost. Trinity United is wheelchair accessible
On January 20 Johnny Ross and The and located at 90 Spring Street,
Ross Family will present a lively after- Summerside.Page 16 The BUZZ January 2019
Yr. Obedient Servant Bluegrass at the
An evening with Samuel Johnson
Carriage House
Janet McGarry and Wildwood, a
Greener grass
PEI Bluegrass and Old Time Music Festival moves to Dundas
favourite PEI band, will be featured
at a winter bluegrass concert on
February 3 at 2 pm at Beaconsfield
Carriage House, 2 Kent Street,
Charlottetown. .
Wildwood is comprised of Janet
McGarry on mandolin and vocals,
Serge Bernard on guitar, banjo, man-
dolin and harmony vocals, Allen
Boland on guitar and vocals, Denise
MacLeod on fiddle and vocals, and
Gail Mullen on upright bass and
vocals. Just this past October, they
picked up the Award for Gospel
Performance of the Year at the Eastern
Canadian Bluegrass Awards. The Clay Hess Band is one of the headline acts for the Bluegrass Festival in 2019
Bluegrass Revival band has per-
formed in all Atlantic provinces, play- The PEI Bluegrass and Old Time Music the US, The Clay Hess Band, The Garrett
ing at festivals, church services, Festival is on the move. After ten years at Newton Band, and New County Grass.
fundraising concerts and house par- The Dunollie Travel Park and twenty
Terry Pratt as Samuel Johnson ties. Band members for this show three years at the Rollo Bay Festival Regional bands include The Bluegrass
include Peter LeMoine on banjo and Grounds the festival is relocating to The Diamonds (for the twenty-sixth time),
Vagabond Productions has announced a vocals, Peter Richards on guitar, Dundas Fair Grounds, the home of the Monroe, a high energy bluegrass band
co-production of Dr. Terry Pratt’s one- Cherie LeMoine on vocals, David Dundas Plowing Match. from New Brunswick, and a band new
man show, Yr. Obedient Servant, on Clarke on Dobro and vocals, Ann Hay to the circuit called High Lonesome
January 5, at 7:30 pm. The play by New on bass and Shirley Smedley Jay on This new site has great facilities with Drive, also from New Brunswick.
York playwright Kay Eldridge showcas- mandolin and vocals. level camping, a large outdoor stage and
es in two acts the 18th-century author, This is the first concert in a win- an air-conditioned indoor concert hall The festival also has a big line-up of
conversationalist, and personality who, ter/spring series to raise money for for those not so nice days. Maritime and PEI bands.
in the face of many setbacks, put togeth- the 34th Annual P.E.I. Bluegrass &
er the first true dictionary for English: Old Time Music Festival being held The 2019 festival will take place on July Advance tickets: Shirley at 902 566-2641
Samuel Johnson. July 5 to 7 at their new festival loca- 5, 6, 7 and will feature three bands from or Glenda at 902 569-4501.
The performance will take place in tion, Dundas Fair Grounds, King
the Faculty Lounge of Main Building at County, PEI. This year’s festival fea-
the University of Prince Edward Island, tures bands from Canada and the US
Charlottetown. Admission is by dona-
tion of cash or food for the Campus Food
including headline act, The Clay
Hess Band. Clay Hess is probably
20th Annual Bluegrass Old Country Jamboree
Bank at the Chaplaincy Centre. best known as guitarist with Ricky The 20th Annual Bluegrass Old Country at the 2017 Society for the Preservation
Dr Pratt is Professor Emeritus of Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Jamboree, featuring Danny Paisley & of Bluegrass Music of America Awards.
English at the University of Prince although his career has taken him The Southern Grass, The Bluegrass The Virgina-based band consists of
Edward Island, and taught 18th-century through many of the top groups in Brothers, and PEI’s Joe Casey & Jamie Sparks (banjo), Donald Dowdy
literature and linguistics for 35 years. the genre. Other acts will be Westwind, will take place March 23 at 7 (mandolin), Victor Dowdy (bass), &
From 2004-2007 he presented the first act announced in the coming months. pm at Harbourfront Theatre in Chris Hart (Dobro). The band performs
only—Dictionary Johnson—in schools, Admission for the concert is at the Summerside. The Master of Ceremonies traditional bluegrass music.
seniors’ community homes and the PEI door with all proceeds going to the for the night will be Marilyn Singer. Call the Quality Inn Garden of the
Theatre Festival. His director, then and P.E.I. Bluegrass & Old Time Music Virginia-based Danny Paisley and Gulf (436-2295 or 800-265-5551) to book
now, is Ann Boyles, with costumes by Society. Doors will open at 1 pm for the Southern Grass play classic blue- your accommodations for a weekend
Pam Jewell. you to pick a good seat. Please note grass and country music. Danny’s lead filled with music. There will also be a 7
For those who like to plan ahead, that the concert hall is at ground level vocals have caught the attention of pm open mic at the Quality Inn in
Watermark Theatre will also be present- and accessible with a wheelchair many prominent musicians—including Summerside on March 22.
ing the play on March 7 with a storm ramp and lots of parking. For infor- Alison Krauss. For ticket information for the
date of March 9. That performance will mation contact Shirley at 566-2641 or The Bluegrass Brothers were nomi- Harbourfront show call 888-2500 or see
be a fundraiser for Watermark Theatre. smedleyjay@icloud.com. nees for Instrumental Group of the Year harbourfronttheatre.com.The BUZZ January 2019 Page 17
The Shack Wacky Review Rainbow Valley
Review with Patrick
and Mark
Feb 2 at PEI Brewing Co
Anne-free story
ACT (a community theatre) Norman’s half-hearted, unrequited
The Guild infatuation with Rosemary in the musi-
cal, a tacked-on, largely pointless sub-
Charlottetown, PEI
plot by comparison.
Nov 8–10, 15–17, 2018
It’s an able adaptation overall; however,
by Sean McQuaid and an efficient one; distilling a sprawl-
ing novel into a coherently compact play.
When is an Anne of Green Gables story not
an Anne story? When it’s writer/director Stinson and score composer Dean Burry
PIXBYLORNE
Hank Stinson’s entirely Anne-free stage first adapted Rainbow Valley way back in
musical adaptation of Lucy Maud 2000, now newly revised and remount-
Montgomery’s 1919 novel Rainbow Valley. ed in 2018 under the auspices of ACT.
Join comedian Patrick Ledwell and musi- Pam Jewell’s attractive, plausible cos-
cian Mark Haines for “The Shack Wacky Granted, the novel itself isn’t steeped in tumes, Mystaya Idt’s lively choreogra-
Review,” a show celebrating Islanders Anne content. The fifth of LMM’s books phy and solid sets by stage manager
and the unique qualities that help us live, featuring Anne Blythe (née Shirley), Sharon MacDonald and Cyril
drive, and survive, all year round, on Rainbow Valley offers a middle-aged, Armstrong all enhance the package, as
February 2 at PEI Brewing Company, 96 married Anne who’s more of a back- does assistant director/musical direc-
Kensington Road in Charlottetown. ground character, a proto-Mary Worth tor/accordionist Marti Hopson’s small-
“Despite sincere post-Christmas reso- who observes other characters’ livelier but-mighty “Alley Cats” mini-orchestra.
lutions, Islanders feel shut-in by the antics, offering occasional advice, sup-
beginning of February,” says Patrick. port and commentary. The superb Samantha Bruce is a stand-
“The idea behind this show is basic. Let’s out in a strong community cast, under-
get people out of the house together, a Those characters include widower John stated and believable as Rosemary but
good drink in hand, and host a barn- Meredith, new minister of Glen St. Mary, moving and entertaining, with really
board-rattling night of entertainment.” and his young children; their feisty fine vocals on numbers like “Love Sweet
Patrick and Mark have established a young orphan pal Mary Vance; Anne’s Love.” McGaughey is quite good as
PEI tradition with The Island Summer friend Cornelia, who later adopts Mary Mary Vance, Hood and Tamtom are
Review, which has played six sold-out Vance; Anne’s children, who share their effective in their parts and McFadden is
seasons at Harmony House in Hunter titular outdoor hideaway with the cartoony but fun as Norman, leaving no
River. They’re already ramping up for Meredith kids; spinster sisters Ellen and scenery un-chewed.
summer 2019. Rosemary West, the latter courted by
Their only full Charlottetown show John; and wealthy curmudgeon Norman Johnston, Riley, MacPherson and
this winter, “The Shacky Wacky Review” Douglas, Ellen’s former beau. Ronahan lend lots of energy and charm
will plow full-steam ahead through a as the Meredith kids, despite occasional
wintery Island landscape for jokes, The novel is soap-operatic in its episod- technique hiccups such as projection
songs, and combinations of the two. ic, intermittently romantic tales of a big, issues. Ronahan is the most consistently
“We’re already writing for the new densely interwoven ensemble; but the audible of the junior quartet, and quite
summer season. I’m excited to try new musical focuses on fewer characters, likably natural as Jerry.
pieces, and revisit a few favorites, in this mostly John Meredith (played here by
lively venue,” adds Mark. Colin Hood) and his four children Una The show’s book and lyrics incorporate
The show begins at 8 pm. Doors open (Keili Johnston), Faith (Brooklyn Riley), many choice bits from Montgomery’s
at 7 pm. Advance tickets are available at Carl (Jace MacPherson) and Gerry text, crafting a warm, gently funny fami-
PEIbrewingcompany.com, in person at (James Ronahan), plus Mary Vance ly story, and Burry’s tunes are often
PEI Brewing Company, or by calling 629- (Hannah McGaughey), Rosemary infectious; the title track in particular has
BREW (2739). (Samantha Bruce) and Norman (Corin haunted your susceptible scribe’s skull
McFadden), with an expanded role for for days now. When I last absent-mind-
meddlesome society matron Mrs. edly hummed it, my daughter heard me
“Kitty” Alec Davis (Shelley Tamtom). and offered her own six-word review:
Celtic Storm Ceilidh Gone are the Blythes, Cornelia and
“That was such a good musical.”
Celtic Storm will be featured in a Ceilidh at Ellen, though some of their functions
the Benevolent Irish Society January 26 shift to other characters, while Mary
and February 23. Performers are from Vance becomes a more central and sym-
Holland College School of Performing pathetic figure here than in the novel.
Arts. They are Philippe de Blanc from PEI Stinson’s expanded, slightly softened
on flute, Gormlaith Maynes from take on Mary works fairly well, subbing
Drogheda, Ireland on concertina, Tuli Rosemary for Cornelia as Mary’s mother
Porcher from Victoria, British Columbia on figure is effective both dramatically and
five-string violin, Tom Gammons from in terms of narrative unity, and elimi-
Butte, Montana on guitar, Tre Thompson nating the Blythes has little plot impact
from Leaf Rapids, Manitoba on fiddle, Luis despite Anne’s son Walter being one of
Anselmi from Venezuela on Venezuelan the novel’s most memorable characters.
Cuatro and Piano, Carlos Cordova from
Quito, Ecuador on bass guitar and drums, The equally distinctive Ellen’s absence is
Noah Fowler from Pennsylvania on bass more keenly felt, partly for eliminating
guitar and Siddharth Acharya from her and Rosemary’s odd couple dynam-
Chennai, India on keyboard. Doors open ic, and partly because the novel’s unique
at 7 pm with show starting at 7:30 pm. Norman-Ellen romance becomesPage 18 The BUZZ January 2019
Heritage interpretation
Call for papers for upcoming conference in Sydney, NS
Heritage interpretation in Atlantic of heritage, whether in museums, cultur-
Canada—Dialogues between theory and al information centres, historical sites, or
practice, an intangible cultural heritage elsewhere in Atlantic Canada.
conference, will be held in Sydney, NS, Participants should submit proposals,
September 13 to 15, 2019. Conference in English or in French, by January 28,
organizers seek proposals for papers, 2019. Proposals, including paper or
workshops or focus groups. workshop title, name, brief biographical
The world of heritage in Atlantic sketch, and a 100-150 word abstract
Canada has shifted dramatically over the should be sent to Ronald Labelle,
past decades. A changing economy has Department of Communication and
meant a greater reliance on heritage as a Languages, Cape Breton University, PO
way of revitalizing communities once Box 5300, Sydney, NS, B1P 6L2
based on resource industries. (ronald_labelle@cbu.ca).
The very nature of how heritage is Information on registration, accom-
defined has shifted, as well, as intangible modations and possible travel funding
heritage has emerged as a concept sup- will follow during the coming months.
plementing or replacing the longstand-
ing world of tangible heritage. This con-
ference intends to address these two
issues through the perspectives of two Bowl for Kids Sake needs you
worlds: those of heritage theorists and A best friend is like a four leaf clover:
heritage practitioners. hard to find and lucky to have. Raise a
Organizers invite proposals for pot of gold for Big Brothers Big Sisters of
papers, workshops, or focus groups that Prince Edward Island and help provide a
will help to bridge the gap between her- mentor for a child who is waiting.
itage theory and practice, and the divide Register your Bowl for Kids Sake team
between economic revitalization and cul- today. Join organizers March 2 or 3 for a
tural authenticity. Their goal is to initiate St Patrick’s Day themed bowling party
a dialogue between researchers who which includes Tim Hortons Treats,
have expertise in the field of intangible Pepsi products, and great prizes.
heritage and the people whose activities Imagine who they will become because
are directly related to the interpretation of you. Info: 569-KIDS, info@bbbspei.canews MUSIC
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Come Sing with us
Winterjazz
Amanda Jackson is January 12 guest at The Pourhouse
Choral Music Director Don Fraser invites
you to join the Confederation Singers for a
season of inspired singing and great music.
The 2019 program, based at Confederation
Centre, includes a concert for Good Friday,
presenting the “St. Cecilia Mass” of Charles
DARRELL THERIAULT
Gounod, as well as other performances.
The Youth Chorus is also accepting new
members ages 8-18 until early Feb. The
Chorus provides performance opportuni-
ties, with a focus on learning vocal tech- Amanda Jackson at a prior Winterjazz performance
niques and musicianship, in a fun environ-
ment. It will perform a concert of folk- The January guest for the Winterjazz con- lead vocalist for Bad Habits. Her new
songs and classics at an Apr 7 concert cert series is Amanda Jackson. Amanda band, The Amanda Jackson Band, has
marking the season’s change, Voices of grew up in Fortune Bridge with strong released a live CD and hosted a concert
Spring. These songs will also be performed French Acadian roots on her mother’s series at the Haviland Club.
on the chorus tour, which Fraser is leading Cheverie side. She began singing for her
to New York City. There are no auditions family and friends at the age of two. Small Joining Amanda for this show will be the
for either choir; some previous experience performances on her picnic table in the house band of Alan Dowling, Ian Toms,
is helpful. Rehearsals are held Mon 7-9 pm, back yard prepared her for her first public Glen Strickey, and Deryl Gallant—the
upstairs in The Mack, Charlottetown. Info: performance singing The Gambler to her Glen Strickey Quartet.
confederationcentre.com/arts- kindergarten class. At 14, she bought her
education/choral-music/, Donald Fraser at first BB King cassette and has been The show will take place at The
dfraser@ hooked on the blues ever since. Her influ- Pourhouse, 89 Great George St.,
confederationcentre.com, 628-6144. ences have only grown into a list too long Charlottetown on January 12 at 7 pm.
to mention. Profits go to a scholarship for Island stu-
MRHS Alumni Concert dents entering a jazz program.
Montague Regional High School Choir Amanda shared the stage with The Reservations are recommended, as tables
will hold an alumni concert Dec 28 at 7 pm Waterman Blues Band for almost two fill early. For reservations call 892-5200.
in the school auditorium. This is conductor years, building a loyal Maritime follow- For information call 892-4536 or email
and music teacher Christie Beck’s 25th ing and is known for her two years as the glenstrickey@yahoo.ca.
year at MRHS and she hopes to have stu-
dents from all 25 years represented at the
concert as they put together an alumni
choir for the evening. Also performing will
Jan 19 from 2–3:30 pm at the Bonshaw
Community Centre. Emphasis will be on
Hockey Day on PEI
be artist Rachel Beck, Brielle Ansems and listening and harmonizing together, sight- The Charlottetown Islanders, along with
others. Former choir members are encour- singing, and singing in other languages. the UPEI Men’s and Women’s Hockey
aged to join the “MRHS Alumni Choir” Singing is a joyful way to be together, Panthers are teaming up to present a
Facebook page or show up at our alumni enhancing listening skills and learning new and improved Hockey Weekend on
choir rehearsal on Dec 28 at 3:30 pm at the about rhythms, tempos, harmonies, and PEI. This year’s event will take place on
school. This concert will be a fundraiser expressive singing. Singing together pro- January 4 and 5, and will feature games
for the music department. Tickets are motes cardiovascular fitness, improved at both the Bell Aliant Centre and the
available at the door. The MRHS Disney mood and alertness. Cognitive benefits Eastlink Centre. Fans can purchase a
Band will have a snack bar during the con- include improvements in auditory dis- weekend pass for all the hockey action.
cert. . crimination like reading ability and On Friday night, Charlottetown
phonological development. To register native Kameron Kielly and the UPEI
S’side Community Choir Panthers Men’s Hockey team will take to
contact Ruth Lacey at 675-4282 or
Summerside Community Choir is taking the ice at the Bell Aliant Centre against
rlacey688@gmail.com.
on new members for its 41st year. The TJ Fergus and the Acadia Axemen at 7
group meets Tue at 7 pm. Besides their pm. Saturday there is a double-header at
regular concerts, the women of the choir
Playing With Choir
the Eastink Centre. At 4 pm, the UPEI
Playing With Choir is an opportunity to
will be singing at Confederation Centre of Women’s Hockey team, led by rookie
come together in a large group to learn
the Arts. Join them on Jan 8 from 7–9 pm forward and High Bank, PEI native Kelly
simple 3-part harmonies for popular songs
for the details. They practise at Trinity Clements, will go head-to-head against
of today and past decades and belt them
United Church, 92 Spring St, Summerside. Mermaid’s own Maddy Koughan and
out for the simple joy of singing. No audi-
Info: Carol Rybinski, media@summerside- the Mount Allison Mounties. Following
tions, no solos, no stars, just fun. The that game, the Charlottetown Islanders
communitychoir.ca, 831-2825
Winter 2019 term takes place from January and hometown hero Thomas Casey hit
Bonshaw Young Choristers 15 to March 5, 7–9 pm, at The Guild, the ice to do battle with former Islander
Bonshaw Young Choristers group for chil- Charlottetown. Register/info: pwcwin- Mitchell Balmas and the Cape Breton
dren and youth under 16 is resuming Sat, ter2019.eventbrite.ca. Screaming Eagles at 7 pm.You can also read
