Events in Regina – February 5 – 7, 2016

1. Fernando Varela – A Live Television Extravaganza

World-renowned tenor and “America’s Got Talent” finalist Fernando Varela will be performing live for television broadcast at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. Varela will be accompanied by members of the Regina Symphony Orchestra as well as the Halcyon Choir, and some surprise guests. Varela’s performance at the Conexus Arts Centre is part of a “live-to-tape” TV documentary project showcasing the singer’s remarkable success story.

2. Mid-Winter Ceilidh

The Mid-Winter Celtic Festival presents the Mid-Winter Ceilidh. Annually, the City of Regina Pipe Band, among others, bring everyone together for their own version of a Celtic musical gathering.

3. Fran Cosmo – A Former Singer Of BOSTON

One of rock’s legendary voices, Fran Cosmo exploded onto the rock scene when he took over for Brad Delp as lead vocalist with multi-platinum group BOSTON on the album, “Walk On” that sold over three million copies worldwide.

4. Cecilian Chamber Series

Saskatchewan-born pianist Katherine Dowling has performed across North America and the United Kingdom in a wide variety of musical settings, and is familiar to audiences through her close association with the Tanglewood Music Center, The Banff Centre, and the Aldeburgh Festival.

5. A Classical Serenade

A total Classical concert, featuring Mozart’s Quartet in g minor KV478, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik K 525 and Beethoven’s Cello Sonata No. 3 op. 6 in A major.

1. The Hound of the Baskervilles

Mystery, mayhem and madcap comedy ensue when Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson attempt to solve the ancient curse of the Baskervilles. After receiving a warning not to enter his newly inherited manor, Henry Baskerville enlists the help of the infamous duo, but this may be one mystery that is far from elementary. This slapstick comedy spoof of the most famous Sherlock Holmes case will have you in hysterics.

2. A Soldier’s War

Inspired by real-life events, A Soldier’s War recounts the journeys of five Canadian soldiers during World War II from training camp to D-Day and their return home. It offers a glimpse into the impact that repeated exposure to war-time action and trauma may have on a person.

3. Poltava in Concert

Ensemble of song, music and dance by The Poltava School.

4. Williams And Ree

Williams and Ree, the self-professed “Indian and White Guy,” have been entertaining audiences around the world with their unique and irreverent comedy/musical style for over three decades.

1. Regina Pats

2. Ice Breaker Cheerleading and Dance Championships

The Ice Breaker Cheerleading and Dance Championships is a Saskatchewan Cheerleading Assosiation Sanctioned event involving approximately 1500 athletes and 2000 spectators from across the Province as well as Internationally. The 2016 Championships will consist of two sessions largely involving team performances, but there are individual routines as well. All routines will be judged and will receive awards based on their performances.

1. Regina Restaurant Week

2. South American Wine Festival

Get ready to feel the heat has you indulge your palate into the incredible flavours of wines of Chile and Argentina. These two vibrant wine countries have been producing wine for hundreds of years but have become consumer favourites in the last five. Discover why people around the globe are loyal fans of the reds, whites and sparkling wines of South American and why they are considered to be the not only delicious but some of the best values on the store floor as well. Ole!

3. Valentine’s Tea

Four sittings. Musical Performance: Langstrom Pony (celtic band). Afterwards, catch a Glipse of the Tropics.

4. Songs to Sing to Get Free

How can we use our voices as poets, singers and storytellers to connect with people in our community? In this workshop we will bridge our differences as individuals through writing, sharing and workshopping our pieces for performance. We will practice an embodied performance to a rhythm we create together and play with beatboxing and melody. Find your voice and confidence while performing. Feel free to bring portable instruments. All experience levels welcome.

Workshop Facilitator: Janice Jo Lee.