Events in Ottawa: April 21 to 23, 2017

1. Fred Penner

The same sweet soul that delighted kids for over a decade on CBC Kids is eager to share his favourite tunes with a new generation of children! A gentle giant with kind eyes, Fred Penner is a family man with a 25-year history of performing and championing causes that affect kids the world over. This musical master’s diverse repertoire includes a prolific 12 children’s albums, writing and composing television scores and countless energy-packed live shows across North America. Details

2. Peppa Pig Live!

More fun than a muddy puddle! Peppa Pig is hitting the road for her first-ever U.S. theatrical tour, Peppa Pig’s Big Splash! The original production features Peppa, George, and all their friends in an all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles! Details

3. Bubble Guppies Live!

What time is it? It’s time for Bubble Guppies! Dive into a bubbly world of learning and laughter with Nickelodeon’s Bubble Guppies Live! Ready to Rock. Koba Entertainment is making a splash with its theatrical tour starring the lovable guppy friends! Details

1. Jim Bryson with Petr Cancura’s Crossroads

Jim Bryson is one of the finest songwriters working anywhere today. A true master of his craft, he has patiently built a generous and wonderful body of work over the last 20 years, all leading to his brilliant new record, Somewhere We Will Find Our Place.Details

2. Old Dominion Meat and Candy Tour

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3. Ottawa Grassroots Festival

A family-friendly indoor celebration of folk music, dance and spoken word with evening performances and daily workshops, sing-alongs and folk dancing. Melanie Brulée, Anique Granger and Cindy Doire will headline the Ottawa Grassroots Festival on Thursday Details

4. Bach Marathon

The Royal Canadian College of Organists is presenting a Great Music Marathon in honour of Johann Sebastian Bach. This celebration of Bach’s music will feature RCCO members performing his works on the pipe organ, choristers from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church singing Bach chorales, and many students – from young beginners to the very advanced – singing, playing piano and performing on other instruments. Details

5. Spring Concert

By The Parkdale United Church Orchestra. Details

6. Tea With George Frideric Handel

German composer George Frideric Handel is still considered one of history’s greatest, hundreds of years after his death. Handel created much of his work in London, England for Kings George I and II. A collection of Handel’s earlier orchestral movements named “Water Music” premiered in July 1717 for King George I, and the “Music for the Royal Fireworks” was commissioned by his son from the throne in 1749. Join us for an hour of music from the Royal Fireworks Suite and the Water Music Suite. Details

1. ENCOUNT3RS

Three remarkable new one-act ballets, each with an original orchestral score, will be performed en première by dozens of dazzling dancers together with the National Arts Centre Orchestra under the baton of music director Alexander Shelley. An unprecedented event to mark Canada’s sesquicentennial! Details

2. 1979

On the eve of his minority government’s defeat in a non-confidence motion, Prime Minister Joe Clark seeks a moment of peace in the privacy of his office … or at least he tries. Enter every political powerhouse of the era to set plans off-course in a fast-paced satire about a fascinating time in Canadian politics. Details

3. Canadian Improv Games

Each year, the top teams from every region in Canada compete at the National Tournament. Students have the chance to take workshops from improv trainers from across the country, meet improvisers from other regions, attend and compete in nightly shows and partake in social activities. Details

4. Little Shop of Horrors

On an ordinary day, hapless florist’s assistant Seymour finds a mysterious plant that changes everything. Suddenly, Seymour’s dreams all come true: he gets the girl, his boss adopts him as family and he becomes a rich and famous horticulturalist. But nothing comes for free, and Seymour has no choice but to give in to his bloodthirsty plant’s escalating demands. This Off-Broadway cult classic won the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical and the Outer Critics Circle Award. Don’t miss this hilarious and touching send-up of science fiction, the Faust legend and classic B-movie horror. Details

5. Forbidden Broadway
Comes out Swinging

Forbidden Broadway comes out swinging at beloved Broadway stars and shows. Holding nothing back, this Tony-award-winning show is an over-the-top parody that makes quick work of satirizing over 30 Broadway sensations. With outrageous costumes and hilarious spoofs of the songs every theatre lover knows by heart, this hilarious hit has kept up with the ever-changing roster of glitzy scenes, sets and stars that the theatre world churns out. Relive your favourite Broadway moments from “Kinky Boots” and “Book of Mormon” with some newly refreshed lyrics. Details

6. Hottentot Venus – Untold

An original theatrical storytelling, based on the life and death of Sarah Baartman. This one-woman performance follows the story of one of the first indigenous African woman from the Khoisan clan to be taken from her home in Cape Town, South Africa and put on display as a “freak” show at 225 Piccadilly, London in 1810. Details

Ottawa Senators

vs. Boston Bruins

Friday, April 21, 2017 | TBA

Canadian Tire Centre, Kanata

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Ottawa Fury FC

vs. Toronto FC II

Saturday, April 22, 2017 | 2:00 PM

Stadium at TD Place, Ottawa

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1.National Canadian Film Day

Join your fellow Canadians in theatres, libraries, schools, public squares and drive-ins across the country as we celebrate our nation’s cinema on National Canadian Film Day 150.
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2. Ottawa in the World of Documentaries

One World Arts invites you to join us for Ottawa in the World … of Documentaries, a special series of screenings of Canadian documentaries that explore the changing landscape and diversity of the city of Ottawa and the national capital region.Details

3. ACORN Out Loud

Help Ottawa ACORN send 170 of our low income members to our National Leadership Conference by attending ACORN Out Loud – a concert and open mic night that includes prizes, raffles, and silent auction!! Details

4. Manotick Art Show and Sale

annual Spring Show and Sale, “Inspirations 2017”. Our artists have been working long hours in their studios to create their best work for this big event. We hope you will come and visit us!!Details

5. Fifty-Five Plus Show

Lifestyle Show by Coyle Publishing!Details

6. The Healthy Brain and Body Show

With a focus on total health, discover innovative products and services and leave the show feeling inspired! With 100+ booths, expert speakers, demos, samples, and interactive exhibits, you won’t want to miss this!Details

7. Orchidophilia

The Ottawa Orchid Society’s 36th Annual Orchid Show will feature orchid displays, vendors, and art gallery.Details

8. Hockey For Heart Ottawa

Join us for the 2017 Heart & Stroke Hockey for Heart in memory of Bill Kitchen. A great event in honour of a great man! This recreational-level hockey tournament provides hockey players and fans from organizations across the city with the opportunity to participate in a heartwarming event raising critical life-saving funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation!Details

9. Shakespeare’s Eve

A massive party to celebrate the life of William Shakespeare on the eve of his birth! In 2016, the world celebrated the life, times and death of William Shakespeare. In a licensed cabaret setting (or CaBARDet, as we like to call it), the Fools will play host to an evening of trivia, Bardaoke (just normal Karaoke but it’s hosted by Dog and Pony and you can make it Shakespearean by wearing a costume if you like!), dancing, a silent auction, food, birthday cake, games and prizes. Details

10. National Tartan Day

A celebration of heritage and tradition with highland bagpiping, drums, dance and song presented by the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band. Celebrate with us in 2017! Details

11. Ottawa Welcomes the World – Turkey

Come experience the true magic of Turkey presented though a variety of painting and cultural exhibitions. Renowned artist Cem Başarır will be presenting an exhibition of his work. As well there will be an excellent Photo Exhibition on the wonders of Turkey recognized by UNESCO World Heritage. Learn about our Marble painting technique and come see fantastic stage performances!Details