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Front CENTREOctober 2015 - NEWS FROM THE CENTRE

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They’re sassy, they’re side-splitting, and they’re back with an all-new night of comedy! Ellie Harvey, Denise Jones, Christine Lippa and Jamie Chrest, who patrons to The Centre will remember from the outrageous Leave it to Cleavage, will be returning to The Chilliwack Cultural Centre on October 9, 2015 with their brand-new show, Sex & the Suburbs! For an equally audacious exposé of the hidden secrets of suburban bliss, delivered with award-winning wit and hysterical hijinks, take a peek behind the curtains with the gals of Sex & the Suburbs!

Shedding their famous Leave it to Cleavage satin party dresses and retro 50s wigs, with Sex & the Suburbs Ellie, Denise, Christine and Jamie will take you on a hysterical journey through hidden world of suburban debauchery, baring all (including their own personalities), along the way! “The gals of Leave it to Cleavage loooooove doing our 50’s housewife characters” says the show’s co-creator Diane Francis, “but sometimes

a gal has got to take off the party dress and just be herself! We decided for this round of touring, we would bring audiences our same lady sass, but present it sans character to allow ourselves to play different characters in our improv scenes. Our favourite shows are those that have that ‘girls-night-out’ vibe, so creating a new show with this theme seemed right up our alley.”

And excitingly, the all new theme brings along an all-new format! The gals will once again be bringing their acclaimed improve skills to the stage with Sex & the Suburbs, yet the audience will also be able to throw in their own stories, secrets, and saucy surprises to really give the hilarity a truly Chilliwack twist! “The first half of the show will be a mix of short form improv games and some longer scenes that allow us to stretch our comedy chops with more narrative” Diane reveals. “At the end of the first half we will encourage the audience to think of a story they want to tell – it can be about anything and everything; a first date,

a bad job interview, a hilarious family vacation, an unusual talent or even a poignant loving moment with a friend. And if they’re feeling like they really want to get involved, audience members just have to put their name in the bucket in the lobby at intermission – we’ll randomly draw a name for a guest to join us on stage for some special fun, that we promise will make the lucky person feel both funny and fantastic! From there, we will do a series of improv scenes that blossom from the stories the audience provide us with. We should be able to have 3-4 guests on stage in the second half - and our goal is to show them how fabulous their lives are!”

It isn’t just the female fabulousness, the audience participation, or the no-holds-barred hilarity that makes a show with these comics one of the best nights of laughs ever however – the incredible dynamic between the Sex & the Suburbs gals adds a truly special atmosphere of entertainment to their appearances! “The dynamic between the gals is AMAZING!” Diane goes on. “They are all such good friends off stage, and that trust and admiration makes them a killer team onstage.” So for a night of her-larious comedy and an unforgettable exploration of suburban bliss, grab a few friends (and maybe some saucy suburbanites!) and come down to The Centre on October 9, 2015 for Sex & the

Suburbs! Tickets are $32 for Adults, $29 for Seniors and $27 for Students, and are

available at The Centre Box Office, visit www.chilliwacculturalcentre.ca or call 604-391-SHOW(7469)for more information.

Sex & the Suburbs is generously sponsored by: Chilliwack Times, Unger

Window & Door, Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council and The Department of Canadian Heritage.

The Myth of Suburban Bliss - Exposed!

Kids’ ClassesMAGIC MUD (CLAY) $135 Mondays: 3:30-5:00pmOctober 26 - December 7, 2015

INTRO TO COMIC $55 BOOK ILLUSTRATION Saturdays: 10:30am-11:30amOctober 17 - November 14, 2015

ACTING FOR FILM & TV $135Tuesdays: 3:30-5:30pmOctober 6 - November 24, 2015

STOP-MOTION $125Thursdays: 3:30-5:30pmOctober 8 - November 26, 2015

CREATING A GRAPHIC NOVEL $125 Thursdays: 6:00-8:00pmOctober 8 - November 26, 2015

ACTING $150Mondays: 4:00-5:30pmOctober 5 - November 14, 2015

After School Art CampsFor young artists aged 7-10, the After School Art Camps are the perfect way for kids to delve into a fantastic range of art forms and activities!

Each week long Art Camp runs for five sessions - Monday - Friday: 3:30-5:00pm

CLAY $27October 5 - October 9, 2015

PUPPETS $27 October 19 - October 23, 2015

MINECRAFT ART $27November 2 - November 6, 2015

SPONGE BOB CRAFTS $27 November 16 - November 20, 2015

MINION CRAFTS $27 November 30 - December 4, 2015

ART CLASSES FOR KIDS

FOR TICKETS: CALL 604.391.SHOW(7469) or IN PERSON at 9201 Corbould Street, Chilliwackor ONLINE www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

The Centre Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30am - 9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am - 5:00pmOpen one hour before performances.

Join us for our Fifth anniversary celebration CULTURAL COLLABORATION this Fall!

From 11:00AM-3:00PM on October 3, 2015 The Centre will be hosting art demonstrations, a community arts information fair, kids’ activities, performances,

a student art show and much, much more!

A display focused around an exploration of the ‘ephemeral’, meaning to exist

only briefly. The CVAA will intepret this theme through sculpture, painting,

drawing, textile art, glass and photography.

September 3 - October 10

Opening Reception Saturday September 12, 2015

1:00-3:00pm

The Chilliwack Visual Artists’ Association presents

EPHEMERAL

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

SARAH HAGEN WITH REBECCA WENHAMSoaring cello and beautiful piano come together in this inspirational morning concert.

The lovely and talented Sarah Hagen returns as the host of this series of morning concerts, presenting classical compositions and fantastic musical guests in a series of duets over the course of the year. In this opening installment, Sarah will perform alongside Rebecca Wenham, a vibrant young cellist that has been described as ‘a musical force of nature’. This concert will combine Sarah’s virtuosic performance with the delicate notes of Rebecca’s cello in an exemplary display of skilful artistry, stirring atmospheres, and the pure passion of classical music.

October 16, 2015 at 10:30amRotary Hall Studio TheatreTickets: Adult $27, Senior $24, Student $22

Coming Soon at The Centre! Mixed Bag Oct. 23

Murray McLauchlan Oct. 24

The Circus of Oz Oct. 25

Shawn Farquhar’s Oct. 30Cabaret of Wonders 1

Gordie MacKeeman Nov. 4 and his Rhythm Boys

Red Rock Diner Nov. 6

Chilliwack Metropolitan Nov. 7Orchestra Salute to Papa Haydn

James Bond Live! Nov. 8

Class of ‘59 Nov. 9

Frank Mills Nov. 10

Matthew Good Nov. 11

Warren Miller’s Nov. 13Chasing Shadows

Chilliwack Symphony Nov. 14Orchestra: Cirque de la Musique

Snow White & the Nov. 19-28Seven Dwarves

Shawn Farquhar’s Nov. 20Cabaret of Wonders 2

Sarah Hagen with Nov. 27Benjamin Butterfield

Abbamania & Night Fever Dec. 1

A Louisiana Dec. 4 Hayride Christmas

The Reluctant Dragon Dec. 6

Chilliwack Symphony Dec. 12Orchestra Handel’s Messiah Chilliwack Symphony Dec. 13Orchestra’s Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along

Christmas with the Dec. 13Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir

Winter Harp Dec. 15

Sing-Along with Frozen Dec. 18

Chilliwack Metropolitan Dec. 19 Orchestra’s A Celebration of Christmas Nutcracker Ballet Dec. 22

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

NASHVILLE HURRICANEA curious tale of fingerpickin’ fury

After bringing an array of musical personas to life with last season’s hit show 6 Guitars, Chase Padgett will be returning to The Centre and offering another blend of virtuoso guitar playing and remarkable acting with the thrilling Nashville Hurricane! Chase will astound you with his ability to transform into multiple characters, with a manager, mentor, mother, and young guitar prodigy known only as the Nashville Hurricane telling the story of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitarist you’ve never heard of. Prepare to be captivated as this musical tale unfolds, complete with hilarious rants, poignant anecdotes, and of course the whirlwind guitar playing of The Nashville Hurricane!

October 22, 25 & 26, 2015 at 7:30pmRotary Hall Studio TheatreTickets: $25 all seats

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

ANTIQUES IN THE ATTIC Are your trinkets trash or treasure?

Ever wondered what that old painting is worth? Curious to find out who the artist is? Where in the world did that art work come from? The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society is thrilled to welcome back Peter Blundell of Guardian Estate Appraisals, for an Antiques in the Attic art and antique appraisal event. Bring your antiques or artwork to the Centre and let Peter unveil the mystery with a verbal appraisal. Each 15 minute session allows for viewing of up to three items, subject to the time constraint, although some individual items may require a full 15 minute session.

October 8, 2015 from 10:00am - 5:00pmOdlum Brown StudioTickets: $40 for a 15 minute session

SAVE THE DATE!ClayEASY AS 1-2-3 $99Thursdays: 6:00-9:00pmOctober 1 - October 15, 2015

CLAY CREATORS: HANDBUILDING $250Saturdays: 10:00am-12:30pmOctober 17 - December 12, 2015

CLAY CREATORS: WHEEL $250Saturdays: 1:30-4:00pmOctober 17 - December 12, 2015

FORM & FUNCTION IN WHEEL $170Tuesdays: 6:30-9:00pmOctober 6 - November 17, 2015

Painting and DrawingPAINTING LANDSCAPES IN ACRYLIC $165Wednesdays: 1:00-3:00pmOctober 7 - December 2, 2015

INTRO TO WATERCOLOUR $160Thursdays: 1:00-3:00pmOctober 8 - November 26, 2015

WATERCOLOUR TECHNIQUES $145Thursdays: 9:30am-12:00pmOctober 8 - November 26, 2015

DRAWING FACES $125Fridays: 10:00am-12:00pmOctober 9 - November 27, 2015

INTRO TO DRAWING $130Fridays: 1:00-3:00pmOctober 9 - November 27, 2015

CraftsGLASS BEADS - LEVEL 1 $155Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30pmOctober 6 - October 27, 2015

GLASS BEADS - LEVEL 2 $155 Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30pmNovember 10 - December 1, 2015

GLASS, METAL & WIRE $165Thursdays: 6:00-9:00pmOctober 22 - November 12, 2015

Performance

INTRO TO IMPROV $99Saturday & Sunday: 9:00am-4:00pmNovember 7 & November 8, 2015

ACTING FOR FILM & TV $160Tuesdays: 6:00-8:00pmOctober 6 - November 24, 2015

Open Studios CLAY OPEN STUDIO Fridays: 10:00am - 1:00pmSeptember 11 - December 4, 2015&Mondays: 6:00 - 9:00pmSeptember 14 - December 7, 2015

$6 drop in or$50 for 10 drop-in punch card

GLASS OPEN STUDIO Mondays: 6:00 - 9:00pmOctober 5 - December 7, 2015 $9 drop in or$80 for 10 drop-in punch card

LIFE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO Saturdays: 10:00am - 12:30pmOctober 3 - December 5, 2015&Wednesdays: 6:30 - 9:00pm October 7 - December 9, 2015

$12 drop in • $40 monthly subscription • $55 for five sessions

Workshops

PEOPLE PHOTOGRAPHY $29Saturday: 1:00-4:00pmNovember 7, 2015

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY $29Saturday: 1:00-4:00pmDecember 5, 2015

MELT & POUR SOAP $39Monday: 6:00-8:30pmOctober 19, 2015

COLD PROCESSED SOAP $45 Monday: 5:30-8:30pmNovember 9, 2015

WIRE EARRINGS 101 $35Thursday: 6:00-9:00pmNovember 26, 2015

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DRAWING AND PAINTING A PICTURE FOR THE BEGINNING ARTIST Saturday: 1:00-5:00pm

November 14, 2015

Taught by University of the Fraser Valley Art Instructors and practicing

artists Chris Woods and Chris Friesen, this class is designed for the beginning

artist to help them understand and implement the key artistic tools

and techniques for creating a basic composition.

Cost: $40

ADULT ART CLASSES AT THE CENTRE

LIFE FORM SCULPTING Thursdays: 6:00-9:00pm

October 29 - November 19, 2015

This non-instructional class will provide students with the opportunity to sculpt a life form figure, modelling

one pose over three four-hour sessions. This format allows students

to fully explore the contours and essence of the body in an in-depth

manner, while encouraging the development of sculpting skills.

Cost: $90

BEGINNER PHOTOGRAPHY Saturday: 1:00-4:00pm

October 17, 2015

If you’ve been wondering what all the buttons on your camera are for - this

is the class for you! Students will learn the basics of composition, lighting, and use of camera, and must bring their own camera, camera manual,

tripod and writing materials.

Cost: $29

TO REGISTER: for Classes contact The Centre Box Office at 604.391.SHOW(7469) or IN PERSON at 9201 Corbould Street, Chilliwack

or ONLINE www.chilliwackculturalcentre.caThe Centre Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30am - 9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Open one hour before performances.