Mission Park or Seven Hills as it’s more commonly known is pretty quiet during the summer. That will change on July 4 when the inaugural Seven Music Fest 2015 blasts off.
The two major headliners are Sam Roberts Band and Current Swell. Also on tap are Scenic Route to Alaska, Jeff Stuart and the Hearts, Tupelo Honey, Daniel Wesley and Jack Semple.
A general day pass is $59 plus fees. To book visit sevenmusicfest.com.
Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf was first performed in New York City in 1962. Audiences were stunned, but they also raved about the real insights it provided in the lives of ordinary Americans.
The plot revolves around the marriage breakdown of Martha and George, a middle-age couple who have swept too many issues under the rug. Late one night after a faculty party, they host a young couple, Nick and Honey, as guests.
As the liquor flows freely, Martha and George’s resentments erupt, and Honey and Nick are drawn into the older couple’s bitterness and frustration.
In 1962, this play was particularly relevant because it countered politicians’ and popular culture’s notions that the perfect family was happy and successful, surrounded by home ownership, cars, kids and a dog. It discredited the Leave It To Beaver myth.
As a playwright, Albee lived in an affluent New York City home and saw his mother heavily involved in the competitive social scene. For years he resisted the culture finding it hollow and unsatisfactory.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf was always one of director Adam Kuss’ must-reads while growing up and his production opens Wednesday, April 8 for a 10-day run.
Tickets are $12 to $18 online at tixonthesquare.ca, at 780-420-1757 or at the door.
Once again, the internationally renowned improv theatre company takes fans through the fourth annual Bonfire Festival from April 7 to 11 at the Citadel Theatre.
Throughout this five-day comedy romp, the company exhibits its famous “experimental long-form improv,” where the cast test runs new formats and fresh storytelling techniques.
This year’s special guests include Gerry Morita from Mile Zero Dance and clown and mask guru Jan Henderson. In addition, drag artists, musicians and actors, such as St. Albert’s Joleen Ballendine, will make appearances.
Tickets are $12 to $15 or a festival pass is $30. Both are available at the door. Visit rapidfiretheatre.com for details.
