That s Entertainment! 2012-2013 Season www.stfranciscentre.ca www.ajax.ca
Deliciously Entertaining! Gina & Joey s Mafia Wedding Presented by Durham Improv Friday, November 9 & Saturday, November 10, 2012 6:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m., Dinner served at 7 p.m.) Gina and Joey got hitched, without their parents knowledge and you re invited to the reception. But guess who crashes the party?! As a wedding guest, you ll be treated to a delicious Italian dinner buffet (cash bar available) while being entertained by some unforgettable characters in this interactive dinner theatre. Join the Tartelli and Fazulli families as you take part in the craziest wedding reception you ll ever be a part of. There will be singing, fi ghts, romance, laughter and even a chance someone might get whacked! With a cast made up of professional improvisers from Durham Improv, you never know what they re going g to say or do! $50 (includes HST) Available at the St. Francis Centre Box Offi ce, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, online at www.stfranciscentre.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS).
Celebrating the Season! Presented by Duffl ebag Theatre Saturday, December 1, 2012 1:30 p.m. Kick off the season with this hilarious version of the holiday classic, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, brought to life in a fun fi lled and humorous fashion using audience members as the stars of the show! Don t miss this unique interactive theatrical experience. Santa himself will be dropping by after the show to visit with children, so don t forget your camera. Since 1992, the Nearly World Famous Duffl ebag Theatre has become one of the most celebrated children s theatre companies at festivals and schools across the country. Through interactive storytelling, their unpredictable performances provide a hilarious experience for all ages, where the dream of living a fairy tale actually does come true! Available at the St. Francis Centre Box Offi ce, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, online at www.stfranciscentre.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS). $13 (includes HST)
Celebrating 50 Years of Funny! Presented by The Second City Saturday, February 23, 2013 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of outrageous laughs with The Second City as they present their favourite and most hilarious sketches from recent critically-acclaimed productions, along with timeless comedy classics, and up to the minute uncensored improvisations inspired by the audience s suggestions. The Second City has been keeping audiences laughing for more than 50 years, so prepare yourself for a wild night of non-stop, gut busting laughter. Cash bar available. $39 (includes HST) Available at the St. Francis Centre Box Offi ce, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, online at www.stfranciscentre.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS).
Zoo to You LIVE ANIMAL SHOW Wildly Fun! Presented by the Bowmanville Zoo Saturday, March 23, 2013 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Meet an amazing cast of animal friends in this up-close and interactive live animal experience. This show is sure to educate and entertain with remarkable and amazing facts about the animals on stage and the world in which they live. Featured animals could include a kangaroo, tortoise, moufl on, large snakes and several others. This high energy show will have you smiling from ear to ear! Available at the St. Francis Centre Box Offi ce, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, online at www.stfranciscentre.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS). $15 (includes HST)
Simply Magnificent! A Musical Odyssey Presented by the Brian Rose Band Saturday, May 25, 2013 7 p.m. Join the Brian Rose Band as they travel through the musical decades of song from jazz standards to more recent contemporary classics. Featuring two incredibly talented lead vocalists, Dave Statham and Katherine Langdon, this will be a night to remember and one not to be missed! Cash bar available. $33 (includes HST) Available at the St. Francis Centre Box Offi ce, the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, online at www.stfranciscentre.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS).
Dramatically Different! Committed to providing and promoting live theatre to the residents of Ajax, Durham Region and beyond, Ajax Community Theatre (ACT) is a registered not-for-profi t, volunteer operated community theatre group celebrating their 4th season in Ajax. Take in one or more shows in ACT s 2012/2013 season! A Mystery by Agatha Christie October 25, 26, 27, 28, November 1, 2, 3 A winter storm has the guests of Monkswell Manor snowed in and there s no way out. When one of the guests is found strangled, it would appear that a murderer is amongst them. Find out whodunit and see why The Mousetrap is the longest running play in the history of London s West End! A Comedy by Norm Foster January 31, February 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 Twenty fi ve years after graduation, four university friends reunite for a round of golf to share their lives, stories, secrets, and a few surprises. What happens when four old friends get together after so many years apart? This comical look at old friendships and rivalries, successes and failures and the reminiscing of the old school days, is 18 holes of pure entertainment. A Dramedy by Robert Harling April 25, 26, 27, 28, May 2, 3, 4 Welcome to Truvy s beauty salon, where you ll experience the gossip, drama and heartaches of six of the town s more interesting ladies as they ride life s roller coaster and enjoy friendship that has no boundaries. As delicate as magnolias, but with strength and wit made of steel, these women demonstrate the power of hope, the bond between a mother and her child, love in the midst of life s greatest hardships, and the unbreakable bond between true friends. Humourously revealing, Steel Magnolias will take you on an emotional journey fi lled with both laughter and tears. $18 per show or just $45 for a Season Subscription to all three shows. For more information, show times or to purchase tickets, visit www.ajaxcommunitytheatre.com, email info@ajaxcommunitytheatre.com, or call 289-892-4132 $18 (per show)
Harmony for the Soul Community Concerts Beckon in Concert Saturday, September 22, 2012 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30 p.m.) There is a kind of magic and wonder that almost shimmers in the air when two beautiful voices mix and meld together as one. Beckon (Beth Hamilton and Connie Rossitter) is a female duo with just such an enchanted pairing. These two songwriters have combined their talents and their names to form a musical tour-de-force that causes listeners to sit up and take notice. With their fresh acoustic pop sound and graceful style, Beckon achieves a broad commercial appeal. Rapidly gaining recognition for their captivating original music and stunning trademark harmonies, Beckon breathes life into songs that emanate from a deep, genuine place in their hearts and resonate so loudly within our own. Quite simply, one listen Beckons you to hear more Ticket price: $20 in advance, $25 at the door, available at www.ticketscene.com Durham Chamber Orchestra Concert Dates: Saturday, December 1, 2012 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2013 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013 7:30 p.m. Celebrating their 17th season, the Durham Chamber Orchestra is a collective of talented musicians from the Durham Region who live to celebrate the timeless contributions of classical music. Ticket price: Adults $12 Students/Seniors $8 Call 905-668-0168 to reserve tickets or purchase at the door. For more information on Beckon, visit beckonofficial.com $20 (in advance) $25 (at the door) $12 (Adults) $8 (Students/Seniors)
Classic. Timeless. Unforgettable! Silver Screen Sundays Celebrate the stars of the Silver Screen on the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3 p.m. Re-live classic movie moments in an intimate and unique art house setting. September 16 Sunset Boulevard starring Gloria Swanson & William Holden October 21 What Ever Happened to Baby Jane starring Bette Davis & Joan Crawford November 18 Roman Holiday starring Audrey Hepburn & Gregory Peck December 16 White Christmas starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye & Rosemary Clooney January 20 To Catch a Thief starring Cary Grant & Grace Kelly February 17 Sabrina starring Audrey Hepburn & Humphrey Bogart March 17 The Wizard of Oz starring Judy Garland & Margaret Hamilton April 21 The Maltese Falcon starring Humphrey Bogart & Mary Astor May 19 An American in Paris starring Gene Kelly & Leslie Caron June 16 True Grit starring John Wayne, Kim Darby & Glen Campbell July 21 All About Eve starring Bette Davis & Anne Baxter August 18 Calamity Jane starring Doris Day & Howard Keel Tickets are $5 (includes HST) available at the door. $5 (includes HST)
Season at a Glance 2012 Time Entertainment Sept 16 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: Sunset Boulevard Sept 22 8pm Beckon in Concert Sept 27 7pm Durham Creative Social Sept 29 10am - 4pm Doors Open Ajax Oct 21 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane Oct 25 - Nov 3 Ajax Community Theatre presents: The Mousetrap Nov 9 & 10 6:30pm Gina & Joey s Mafi a Wedding (Durham Improv Dinner Theatre) Nov 18 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: Roman Holiday Dec 1 1:30pm Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (Duffl ebag Theatre) Dec 1 7:30pm Durham Chamber Orchestra Dec 16 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: White Christmas 2013 Time Entertainment Jan 20 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: To Catch a Thief Jan 31 - Feb 9 Ajax Community Theatre presents: The Foursome Feb 17 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: Sabrina Feb 23 7pm The Best of The Second City Mar 2 7:30pm Durham Chamber Orchestra Mar 17 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: The Wizard of Oz Mar 23 10:30am Zoo to You Live Animal Show & 1:30pm Apr 21 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: The Maltese Falcon Apr 25 - May 4 Ajax Community Theatre presents: Steel Magnolias May 11 7:30pm Durham Chamber Orchestra May 19 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: An American in Paris May 25 7pm A Musical Odyssey featuring the Brian Rose Band Jun 16 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: True Grit July 21 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: All About Eve Aug 18 3pm Silver Screen Sundays: Calamity Jane
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 Grand Piano available for rent (generously provided in part by Robert Lowrey Piano Experts). For a virtual tour of the facility, visit www.stfranciscentre.ca. For more information on booking the St. Francis Centre for your next event, contact 905-619-2529, ext. 7200 or 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS). Special Offers Did you know that a ticket to any St. Francis Centre event gets you discounts at area businesses? For a complete list of discounts and specials, visit www.stfranciscentre.ca and click the Special Offers button on the home page. 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 Michelle Dunne at 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS) or michelle.dunne@ajax.ca.
Westney Rd. S. Elizabeth St. Kingston Rd. W. Notion Rd. Rd. Brock Rd. Rd. Pickering Pkwy. Hwy 401 Church Church St. St. S. S. Church Church Church St. St. St. S. S. S. Bayly St. 78 Church Street South, Ajax ON L1S 6E3 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS) www.stfranciscentre.ca Box Offi ce Hours Tuesdays: 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Wednesdays: 12:30 4:30 p.m. Thursdays: 4:30 8:30 p.m. www.ajax.ca Founding Donor