Charlotte Diamond and her son Matt perform at the Venables Theatre’s Family ShowTime series on Oct. 5. (Contributed photo)
The Venables Theatre children’s series is back, and with an added show. This year the theatre is bringing you five fantastic evenings of family fun.
Kicking off the series this year on Saturday Oct. 5 is beloved Canadian singer songwriter Charlotte Diamond. She will be joined by her equally talented son Matt and the Hug Bug band, (Linnea Good and David Jonsson). Charlotte is best known for favourites like “Four Hugs a Day,” “I am a Pizza (Je suis une pizza),” “Octopus (Slippery Fish)” and “All the Nations Like Banana.”
Just in time for Christmas, DuffleBag Theatre returns to Oliver Friday, Dec. 13 with A Christmas Carol. DuffleBag creates theatrical magic by inviting audience members on stage as stars of the show in this timeless classic.
On Friday, Jan. 24, Samajam kicks it up a notch with Rythmo 2. Drumsticks and musical tubes are distributed to all audience members to give them a unique, rhythmic, powerful and energizing experience.
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Will’s Jams, (from CBC Kids), is a power trio who perform high-energy songs in English and French with fun actions and sing-along choruses. Kids and parents alike will be cheering for libraries, loving their bikes and rallying for vegetables on Friday, Feb. 21.
Rounding out the series is Uzume Taiko on Saturday April 18. Taiko means “drum” in Japanese and “Uzume” is the Japanese goddess of laughter. Uzume Taiko is known around the world for its bold musical collaborations, humour and theatrical stage presence.
Family ShowTime is presented by Venables Theatre with the support of the Community Presenters Assistance program (of the BC Arts Council and BC Touring Council).
All performances are at 6:30 p.m. at Venables Theatre at 6100 Gala St. in Oliver. Tickets to all five shows are on sale now for only $50. Single show tickets are $12.50. For more information visit www.venablestheatre.ca/familyshowtime.
