All the World s a Stage

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1 All the World s a Stage ajax.ca Season stfranciscentre.ca

2 CREATE, PARTICIPATE & SHARE September 25, 26, 27, 2015 Title Sponsor A Weekend of Free Events! Paints & Pints! Ages18+yrs Friday, September 25 7 p.m. Create your own piece of art in a relaxed, casual setting. No experience required and all materials provided. Cash bar and concessions available. Ajax Spirit Walk Saturday, September 26 7 p.m. Celebrate Ajax s 60th anniversary with a guided walking tour through some of the Town s historic sites, interacting with historic spirits along the way. St. Francis Centre 2015/2016 Season Launch Sunday, September 27 2 p.m. Be one of the first to catch a glimpse of the exceptional performers that will grace the St. Francis Centre stage as we celebrate our 5th anniversary season in 2015/2016. Refreshments and cash bar available. All activities are FREE and take place at the St. Francis Centre. Space is limited RSVP registration will begin Monday, August 31, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). 2

3 Award-winning magician & mentalist Mike D Urzo will have you asking, How did he do that? during his incredible Magic & Mind Reading show. With a mix of comedy, mentalism and a lot of interactive magic, Mike showcases tricks you ve never seen before. Winner of the 2014 Canadian Entertainer of the Year Award at the Canadian Special Events Industry Awards, Performer of the Year 3 years running by Festivals & Events Ontario, and awarded one of the Top 10 Magicians Worldwide by the Wedding Industry Experts Awards, Mike takes a unique and modernized approach to his magic. General admission seating. Cash bar available. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Mega Magic Saturday, October 24 7 p.m. $30/ticket (HST included) 3

4 Lord Upton, the Earl of Duke, is running out of time and money. With no male heir, his American wife, Abbey, is desperately trying to marry off their daughters. Things go from bad to worse when a body is discovered. Whodunit?! Was it one of the daughters? Lord or Lady Upton? The Dowager Countess? Or maybe the Butler did it! Join the fun, and see if Lieutenant Carumbo can solve the case before everything is turned Upside Downtown in this hilarious spoof of the popular British TV Drama. Cash bar available. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Uptown Abbey Saturday, November 7 7 p.m. $65/ticket (Dinner, Show and HST included) 4

5 Youth Talent Showcase Saturday, November 14, 2015 Support LOCAL Talent! Bands Dance Vocal Cultural Performers For more information, call , ext or visit Tickets available at the Ajax & McLean Community Centres and the Audley Recreation Centre Ajax On Stage Saturday, November 14 6 p.m. $6/ticket (HST included) 5

6 Sharron s Christmas Party Back by Popular Demand! One part stand-up, one part chanteuse, downtown diva Sharron Matthews celebrates the holiday season with her irreverent musical comedy cabaret. Combining her powerful voice with her signature comedic wit, Sharron creates holiday-themed pop medleys, sing-a-longs and song-a-logues that will have the audience roaring with laughter and crooning along. No stranger to stage and screen, Sharron has played lead roles in Les Misérables, Beauty & the Beast, Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, and the Wizard of Oz; was one of the stars on Global s hit TV show Canada Sings ; was featured in films such as Mean Girls and Hairspray: The Movie; and closer to home, was the first performer of the very first season at the St. Francis Centre. General admission seating. Cash bar available. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box. Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Sharron s Christmas Party featuring Sharron Matthews Friday, December 4 7 p.m. $30/ticket (HST included) 6

7 DuffleBag Theatre presents A Christmas Carol The Nearly World Famous DuffleBag Theatre returns to the St. Francis Centre for another hilarious and fun-filled show and what better way to teach the spirit of giving and joys of the season than A Christmas Carol. This hilarious rendition of Charles Dickens classic tale is brought to life with the help of audience members who spontaneously participate, playing the main parts. Hysterically funny and unpredictably interactive, this show is not to be missed. Children also have the opportunity to visit with Santa after the show. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). DuffleBag Theatre is represented by Prologue to the Performing Arts, a charitable organization dedicated to bringing the performing arts to young people. DuffleBag Theatre presents A Christmas Carol Saturday, December 12 1 p.m. or 4 p.m. $15/ticket (HST included) 7

8 The Liverpool 4 Beatles Tribute Band has been delighting audiences for over 10 years. Providing both an audio and visual tribute to the Beatles, you will feel the same magical energy of a live Beatles performance! Let us take you back to where it all started. You know the words to all of these songs, this is the music that everyone loves a fun time is guaranteed! Cash bar available. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Liverpool 4 Saturday, January 30, p.m. $30/ticket (HST Included) 8

9 Join us for Opening Night at East Side Marion s Emerald City Night Club, where Sam Spade, Al Capone and Mae West go Over the Rainbow in this Prohibition Era mystery! Flappers and gangsters and guns oh my! Cash bar available. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Speakeasy! A Roaring 20 s Murder Mystery Saturday, April 16, p.m. $65/ticket (Dinner, Show and HST included) 9

10 Toccata & Tea Relax and enjoy high tea service, including finger sandwiches, fresh scones with preserves and Devonshire cream, and a selection of petit fours and tarts. Guests will be serenaded with a classical music program presented by the Durham Youth Orchestra Chamber Strings and the University of Toronto s Erato Quartet featuring violin soloist Meagan Turner. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Toccata & Tea Saturday, May 14, p.m. $40 per ticket (HST and high tea service included) 10

11 5th Anniversary Join us as we celebrate our 5th fantastic season at the St. Francis Centre for Community, Arts & Culture in 2015/2016! Be sure to visit our website for exciting information on our anniversary showcase. 11

12 tiff Ajax Film Circuit Discover unique TIFF films at the St. Francis Centre! From contemporary Canadian cinema to independent and world films. Door prizes available before each show. Cash bar and concessions available. Film dates: September 4, 2015 October 2, 2015 October 23, 2015 January 8, 2016 February 5, 2016 March 4, 2016 April 1, 2016 May 6, 2016 June 3, 2016 All ticket and subscription sales are final. Tickets and subscriptions are transferable. General seating applies. Program details are subject to change without notice. Tickets available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, online at stfranciscentre.ca or by calling , ext (ARTS). Don t miss a single film sign up for our subscription membership today. Ajax Film Circuit gratefully acknowledges our partnership with Film Circuit, presented by TIFF, and its sponsors. TIFF Ajax Film Circuit - 7 p.m. $10 Single Show (HST included) $38 Four Show Flex Pack (HST included) $80 Season Subscription (HST included) 12

13 It s Christmas Eve in a war time New England town. Faced with a life of dreams deferred, George Bailey sets out to throw himself from a bridge until a dotty angel-in-waiting shows him what might have been. A beloved holiday classic brought to captivating life as a live 1940 s radio broadcast. From one of Canada s most popular playwrights comes this hilarious comedy. Val, Andy, Nina and Matt are middle-aged, single and looking. Val agrees to meet Andy after answering his personal ad in the newspaper and Nina and Matt are coaxed into joining their friends for support. What follows is hilarious, touching and so very true life. Ten guilty strangers are trapped on an island. One by one they are accused of murder; one by one they start to die. Eight guests who have never met each other or their apparently absent host and hostess are lured to the island and, along with the two house servants, marooned. A mysterious voice accuses each of having gotten away with murder and then one drops dead poisoned. One down and nine to go! TICKET PRICE: $20 (Per Show) $45 (Season Subscription) Contact us: (289) info@ajaxcommunitytheatre.com 13

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15 Rental Information & Special Offers A Decidedly Different Destination for your Next Event The St. Francis Centre is a state-of-the-art performance and reception space perfect for: Weddings Recitals Corporate meetings, workshops & lectures Fundraisers Community & Cultural Events Celebrations With over 3400 sq. ft. of usable reception/theatre/meeting space and features that include a stage, retractable theatre seating for 150, dressing rooms, a catering kitchen, professional theatre lighting & sound, and audio-visual capabilities the possibilities are endless. The Ontario Power Generation Atrium is perfect for hosting receptions, silent auctions, and displays, while the Investors Group Refreshment Counter provides amenities to serve refreshments for any event. We are also proud to have a stunning Heintzman Concert Grand Piano available for rent (generously provided in part by Robert Lowrey Piano Experts). For a virtual tour of the facility, visit stfranciscentre.ca. For more information on booking the St. Francis Centre for your next event, contact , ext or , ext (ARTS). Special Offers - A ticket to any St. Francis Centre event gets you discounts at the following local businesses. For a complete list of details on discounts and specials, visit stfranciscentre.ca and click the Special Offers button on the home page. Michael s Hair Studio $10 off any services at the Studio when you show your ticket. Progress Travel Plus $25 certificate towards any vacation purchased through their agency. San Jude s Bridal % off any alterations (including bridal) with ticket stub Cupcakes Canada % off walk-ins only with a valid St. Francis show ticket (not valid for custom orders or cakes, excluding Film Circuit tickets) Fernanda s Boutique & Alterations % off on mother of the bride/groom dresses or 10% on alterations 15

16 Be Part of the Act Giving us a hand means more than applause The St. Francis Centre is seeking volunteers 16 yrs of age or older. If you enjoy the arts and working in a theatre setting, contact us at , ext (ARTS) or visit ajax.ca and click on the Experience Recreation tab for volunteer opportunities. Box office hours Tuesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thursday 4-8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m , ext (ARTS) stfranciscentrecentre@ajax.ca 78 Church Street South Ajax, Ontario stfranciscentre.ca