(reposted from http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com) By LAVERNE STEWART stewart.laverne@dailygleaner.com Joey Knight has faith that he's doing exactly what he's meant to do with his musical career. He was a teen when he was the frontman for a four-piece band and performed locally. In 1984 he went to Nashville where he recorded an album. Many tracks were national …
Month: May 2010
Cultural Gala in celebration of Asian Heritage Month this Saturday
In celebration of May- declared Asian Heritage Month, the Asian Heritage Society of New Brunswick (AHSNB) is hosting a Cultural Gala on May 22nd at the Fredericton Playhouse. Doors open at 6:30 and the show runs from 7-9pm. The gala will showcase diverse local Asian groups as well as the Erasga Dance Company, a professional …
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Bricklin Musical Set for the Stage This Summer
Major developments in the world premiere production of The Bricklin were announced in Fredericton today. This brassy new musical written by Allen Cole and Paul Ledoux tells the story of the shared dream of a Premier and a Promoter to make automotive history in New Brunswick. This new Canadian work was commissioned by the Fredericton …
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THE BRICKLIN Announcement Next Tuesday
YOU ARE INVITED! To hear all of the new details about The Bricklin – the brassy new musical being produced this summer by the Fredericton Playhouse and Theatre New Brunswick. We’ll be announcing the cast and creative team, the summer schedule, ticket information and more. And of course the star of the show will be …
Gallery Connexion Members Exhibition: Dreams, Reflections and Memories
Come delve into the “Dreams, Reflections and Memories” of the talented membership of Gallery Connexion. This thematic group exhibit offers a wide range of media and styles, ranging from photographic reflections to painterly illuminations. Gallery Connexion is very proud to showcase the work of its community at this wonderful venue. The exhibit will be held …
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Harvest Jazz and Blues seeks artwork inspired by music and musicians
(reposted from http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com) By The Daily Gleaner The Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival is calling for visual and fine-craft artists to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the event. Organizers are looking for artwork inspired by the music, musicians or flow of energy of the festival. Artists are invited to interpret this theme using any …
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Expect a passionate performance by Stephen Lewis when he comes to Fredericton
(reposted from http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com) "Fed up rehearsing my part / Gonna wing this one right from the heart / The only place to start / Where I come from." - "Where I Come From" by Robert Hunter and David Nelson We are starting to see posters around the city emblazoned with the quote, "I will plunge …
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Broadway at its best
(reposted from http://telegraphjournal.canadaeast.com) Music: Production features 50 of the greatest characters, older songs and recent hits BRUCE BARTLETT Telegraph-Journal A show with some of the greatest musical stars of Broadway is making its Canadian debut in New Brunswick. 100 Years of Broadway has played all over the world, but never been to Canada, said Neil …
Romeo and Juliet Fantasy and Other Works
(reposted from http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com) By LAVERNE STEWART stewart.laverne@dailygleaner.com It's a tragic romance you know well, but chances are, you've never seen it quite this way before. The Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada will bring Romeo and Juliet to life in a 40-minute, one-act ballet based on William Shakespeare's timeless romance. Romeo and Juliet Fantasy and Other …
Harvest Jazz and Blues: a world-class act
posted from http://www.canadaeast.com"It's been a slow turnin' / From the inside out / A slow turnin' / But you come about" - "Slow Turning" by John Hiatt On Wednesday morning, Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival 2010 chairperson Brad Wasson began the official launch of this year's schedule by saying: "Twenty years ago, a very unique …