The Community Arts Council of Prince George & District and Trinity United Prince George have announced the much-anticipated second season of the Performing Arts Series, set to grace the stage this September. With a curated selection of world-class performers and ground-breaking productions, this season promises to be a celebration of cultural excellence and artistic innovation.
Building on the success of the inaugural season, the second season of the Performing Arts Series showcases an eclectic lineup of talent from around the globe. Audiences can expect to be mesmerized by the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio’s fiery fusion of contemporary jazz and world music, Duo Cordelia’s captivating reinterpretation of classical masterpieces, as well as the highly anticipated ‘Proximity’ by Josh Beamish’s Move the Company (originally programmed for last season).
“We are thrilled to present such a diverse and dynamic lineup for the second season of the Performing Arts Series,” says Rev. Dr. Bob Fillier, Lead Minister, Trinity United Prince George. “Each performance offers unique opportunities to engage with the arts in new and exciting ways, fostering connections and sparking inspiration within our community.”
“The Performing Arts Series is the result of a unique and deep collaboration between two community-based organizations and is leading the way in activating new and existing cultural facilities such as the Knox Performance Centre and the PG Playhouse,” says Shelby Richardson, CAC Performing Arts Program Manager. “Our goal is to inspire our diverse community to become a centre of creativity and well-being – a place where art has no boundaries.”
As the season unfolds, audiences will be treated to the captivating harmonies of O’Celli’s eight cellos, the heartfelt storytelling of J S Bach’s Long Walk in the Snow with Tom Allen & Friends, featuring pianist Jamie Parker, and a double-bill performance featuring Calder White’s ‘Baby’ and Tara Cheyanne’s ‘Body Parts.’ The season culminates with a fantastic presentation of Indigenous classical music by the Jessica McMann Trio. The series promises to take you on a unique adventure with every performance, bringing you top-tier talent from across Canada.
The series will unfold at two community venues: The Knox Performance Centre and The Prince George Playhouse. As a multi-venue event, it aims to engage audiences across the city and draw visitors from the wider region. Alongside captivating performances, the series will offer a variety of workshops and community engagement opportunities. For instance, attendees can participate in a hoop dancing workshop led by visiting artist Jessica McMann, enriching the cultural experience and fostering connections within the community.
Tickets for the second season of the Performing Arts Series are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.KnoxCentre.ca.
SEASON DETAILS:
Jeremy Ledbetter Trio, September 28th 2024, Knox Performance Centre, $40 Tickets
Duo Cordelia, October 30th 2024, Knox Performance Centre, $30 Tickets
Move: The Company, November 30th 2024, Prince George Playhouse, $40 Tickets
O’Celli, December 7th 2024, Knox Performance Centre, $70 Tickets
J.S. Bach’s Long Walk in the Snow, April 24th 2025, Knox Performance Centre, $60 Tickets
Tara Cheyanne/ Calder White, May 10th 2025, Prince George Playhouse, $45 Tickets
Jessica McMann Trio, May 25th 2025, Knox Performance Centre, $30 Tickets