Mamma Mia! (JOAN MARCUS PHOTO)
The award-winning Broadway musical Mamma Mia! is returning to Winnipeg for three shows at the Centennial Concert Hall.
Based on the songs of ABBA, the production will run July 28-29, 2012. Two performances will run on Saturday the 28th at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., with a final matinée on the 29th at 1 p.m.
Tickets go on sale Monday, May 28 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster and the Centennial Concert Hall box office. Prices start at $59.
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On Screen Manitoba is applauding the provincial government for the recent enhancement of its 30% all spend tax credit to stimulate film production in Manitoba.
“Provincial tax credit incentives and the equity fund allow Manitoba production companies to compete financially in a global context,” said Phyllis Laing, chair of On Screen Manitoba and CEO and president of Buffalo Gal Pictures. “Production incentives have also contributed to building highly skilled technical and creative professionals for the Manitoba industry.”
Saskatchewan has scrapped their film tax credit, but has proposed a non-refundable tax credit instead. On Monday, supporters of the film industry rallied outside the Saskatchewan legislature for the original credit’s return.
“The Government of Saskatchewan seems to be trying to address these new challenges through the recent announcement of a new non-refundable Film/TV and Digital Tax Credit (FTDC) formula; however, it strays so far from current industry practice it seems unlikely to stimulate film and television production in that province,” On Screen Manitoba said in a release.
American country rocker Uncle Kracker is coming to Winnipeg next month.
Kracker, real name Matt Shafer, will play the McPhillips Station Casino on June 19.
His latest release was a six-song EP, Happy Hour: The South River Road Sessions, released in 2010. The EP featured country remakes of songs off the Happy Hour album, plus two remakes of “Smile” and “Good to Be Me,” featuring Kid Rock.
Tickets to the show are $35 and $40 and go on sale this Friday at Ticketmaster and the Casinos of Winnipeg box office.
Sagkeeng's Finest are the winners of 'Canada's Got Talent.' (ROGERS MEDIA)
Sagkeeng’s Finest — the winners of “Canada’s Got Talent” — will show off the very talent that helped them win $100,000 on Monday on the Citytv reality show.
The three teens from Sagkeeng First Nation have been invited to perform at the Manitoba legislature on Thursday.
“All Manitobans can be proud of what these talented young men from Sagkeeng have accomplished,” said Aboriginal and Northern Affairs Minister Eric Robinson. “We’ve always known that many of Canada’s most exciting up-and-coming performers come from right here in Manitoba and now the rest of Canada knows it too.”
The trio will perform on the south plaza at 12:30 p.m. with their unique fusion of traditional clogging and tap dancing.
Tuesday evening, the three returned to Winnipeg to a throng of hundreds of their supporters at the Richardson International Airport.
Ian Thornley of Big Wreck (WIKIPEDIA)
Reunited rockers Big Wreck will headline MTS Super-Spike this year.
The band will play the annual volleyball festival set for July 20-21 at Maple Grove Rugby Park.
Big Wreck recently reunited to release their Albatross album earlier this year. Vocalist Ian Thornley went on to have a successful solo career in 2002 before he and fellow bandmate Brian Doherty began touring together in 2010.
Weekend long concert and festival passes for non-tournament participants can be purchased at SuperSpike.ca on Friday, May 18 at 10 a.m. They will be on sale for only $20 for a limited two-week early bird period. After June 1 they will go up to $25. All Super-Spike tournament participants receive free access for the concert series and on-site festivities.
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Sagkeeng's Finest are the winners of 'Canada's Got Talent.' (ROGERS MEDIA)
A dance trio from Sagkeeng First Nation are the winners of “Canada’s Got Talent” and a cool $100,000 cash.
Sagkeeng’s Finest — hailing from Fort Alexander, Manitoba — received the highest number of votes for their performance on the Citytv reality show. Besides the giant cheque, the teens also won a brand new Nissan GT-R and an all-inclusive trip to the island of Tobago, a chance to perform in a Las Vegas show, and the title of Canada’s Most Talented Act.
Vincent O’Laney, 17, and brothers Brandon, 18, and Dallas Courchene, 17, auditioned in Winnipeg back in September 2011. In Monday’s night’s live finals, Sagkeeng’s Finest performed to a mash-up of Raghav’s “Fire” and Metro Station’s “Shake It,” with a fusion of traditional clogging and tap.
“Sagkeeng’s Finest is a uniquely-Canadian talent that struck a chord with communities across the country,” said executive producer Ed Robinson. “The First Nation’s traditional dance trio are outstanding role models — not only for their community, but for all Canadian youth.”
Marty Gold (CHRISD.CA FILE)
Winnipeg radio host-turned-podcaster Marty Gold has a new outlet to take politicians to task.
The former KICK FM broadcaster will host “City Circus” on Shaw TV beginning tonight as part of a 13-week series on the community access channel.
The show — featuring local political cartoonist Graham Hnatiuk of Progressive Winnipeg – will highlight citizen journalism and include pundits and insiders who will discuss civic and provincial affairs catering to Winnipeggers. A one-hour town hall special will cap off the 30-minute series after its run.
“Community access television provides a chance for citizen journalists to provide balance to mainstream media reporting that is dominated by 12 second soundbites and dumbed-down news coverage,” Gold said. “Since the civic election, Winnipeg has seen a shift towards increasing demands by taxpayers for public consultation, transparency and accountability from politicians.”
Gold spent four years at 92.9 KICK FM on the airwaves at Red River College before being let go in 2010. He currently hosts “The Great Canadian Talk Show” podcast and writes for various news publications.
“City Circus” will air every Tuesday at 9:30 p.m., with reruns airing throughout the week.
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Members of Manitoba’s talented music industry are headed south to rub shoulders with industry movers and shakers in Los Angeles.
Four Manitoba artists and entrepreneurs from several Manitoba-based companies will make their way south to do business with some of the industry’s leading players at a market development event at the Canadian Consul General’s Official Residence on May 29.
“Los Angeles is a major market of interest for Manitoba companies and represents the best avenue for accessing the ever-growing area of film, television, trailer, and game placements for music,” said Sara Stasiuk, Manitoba Music’s executive director. “The connections made at events like these are key to helping our talented and accomplished artists and entrepreneurs achieve the next level of success.”
Performers include JUNO award-winning singer/songwriter Ruth Moody, acoustic pop troubadour JP Hoe, up-and-coming pop act James Struthers, and indie upstarts The Treble.
The initiative allows Manitoba artists and companies to develop critical business contacts and expand to new markets. Manitoba Music is coordinated the trip in partnership with Manitoba Film and Music.
The Kansas City Barbeque Society will be teaching a course to grilling enthusiasts today at Red River Exhibition Park.
Fifty local barbeque buffs have registered for the half-day course to become a Certified Barbeque Judge (CBJ) for the upcoming Winnipeg BBQ and Blues Festival in August.
Students will learn how to grade world-class barbequed chicken, pulled pork, ribs and brisket, while tasting them in the process.
The KCBS sanctions more than 400 barbeque contests and judging classes annually.
Kidsfest at The Forks. (LEIF NORMAN / KIDSFEST FILE)
The lineup for the 30th annual Kidsfest will not disappoint the little ones.
Organizers of the Winnipeg International Children’s Festival on Wednesday revealed details of an interactive, life-like Dinosaur Petting Zoo, a plate-spinning comedic waiter, international children’s stars Fred Penner and Al Simmons, and a group of singing “baboons.”
The Dinosaur Petting Zoo brings kids inches away from the steely claws of the most magnificent beings ever to roam the earth, all controlled by puppeteers at Australia’s Erth Inc. Accompanied by some fascinating fossil-facts, told with heart and humour, the zoo hypnotizes audiences with its complex creatures.
Other highlights include children’s performers Jake Chenier, acoustic/bluegrass children’s musician Aaron Burnett, comedic daredevil Gustavo the Impossibilist, and others.
Advanced general public tickets are $14 each or $48 for a family pack of four. Gate prices are $16 each or $56 for a family pack of four. Tickets can be purchased in advance at all Winnipeg Safeway locations.
Kidsfest runs June 7-10 at The Forks.
A party 142 years in the making will celebrate the province on Saturday to mark Manitoba Day.
The Manitoba Museum will host festivities all day, including free admission to the museum, Science Gallery and Planetarium.
Festivities will begin at 11 a.m. and include Manitoba-themed events, activities, a new feature community exhibit and more.
“Most people may not know that May 12 is Manitoba Day. As the provincial museum, we want to put Manitoba Day on the map,” said Claudette Leclerc, executive director of the Manitoba Museum. “And in order to accomplish that goal we feel important not only to provide free admission but also to create a true community get-together to celebrate our history, our present and the future of this wonderful Province.”
The celebration will also include a giant Manitoba-themed cake that will shared with all visitors at 3 p.m.
The Winnipeg Art Gallery is transforming from a place to showcase art into a fashion runway to show off the latest trends from Winnipeg boutiques.
On Wednesday, May 23, the WAG will host “The Collection: A Fashion Show,” as models strut down the runway with wares from Danali, Candie & Dolls, Moulé, and Swank.
The WAG will be showcasing Sarah Pacini, Iris Setlakwe, Nanette Lepore, and former Winipegger Rachel Mara.
Tickets are $40 for WAG members and $50 for non-members. Proceeds from the event will benefit the gallery.
Cowboy Junkies (CHRIS BUCK PHOTO)
Toronto band Cowboy Junkies are bringing their alternative country sound to Winnipeg next month.
The blues/folk rockers will play the West End Cultural Centre on Monday, June 25.
Fresh of the release of their latest album, The Wilderness, the boys are taking a mini detour from their North American tour with John Mellencamp to perform a solo two-set show for a Winnipeg audience.
Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Tickets go on sale May 12 at the WECC, Ticketmaster, Music Trader, and Winnipeg Folk Festival Music Store.
Showtime is 8 p.m.
Avicii
The Winnipeg concert for Swedish DJ/record producer Avicii has been moved to September 6 to accommodate production changes.
Avicii was scheduled to perform at MTS Centre on May 27 as part of his Le7els tour.
The production team for Avicii said in a statement the complexity of the show turned up some technical issues at the recent Coachella music festival.
“We can not risk anything but a top notch experience for fans and will move the tour start to June 7, pending venue availabilities,” said Ash Pournouri of At Night Management.
Tickets to the original date will be honoured on September 6. Refunds will also be available at point of purchase.
Tickets for the new concert date are on sale now at Ticketmaster.
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