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Penderecki String Quartet (Chamber Music Kelowna 2016-17)
he Penderecki String Quartet, approaching the third decade of an extraordinary career, has become one of the
most celebrated chamber ensembles of their generation. These four musicians from Poland, Canada, and the USA
bring their varied yet collective experience to create performances that demonstrate their “remarkable range of
technical excellence and emotional sweep” (Toronto, Globe and Mail).
LIVING THINGS Festival
A festival of puppets, masks and performing objects
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: Portraits in Motion
Portraits in Motion is a piece of photographic flip–book cinema created by Berlin–based artist Volker Gerling.
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: Portraits in Motion
Portraits in Motion is a piece of photographic flip–book cinema created by Berlin–based artist Volker Gerling.
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: The Message is a Mess
A brain on a dinner plate tries desperately to declare his interest in a brain on another table. A message is born from the brain and sent to bridge the gap... but is the message in danger of being scrambled along the way?
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: Caws & Effect
Caws & Effect is a modern fable that explores the unexpected consequences that arise after a crow plants a magical seed. The story is told using handmade layered projections, puppetry, masks, and an original musical score.
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: The Message is a Mess
A brain on a dinner plate tries desperately to declare his interest in a brain on another table. A message is born from the brain and sent to bridge the gap... but is the message in danger of being scrambled along the way?
Find out more »LIVING THINGS: Caws and Effect
Caws & Effect is a modern fable that explores the unexpected consequences that arise after a crow plants a magical seed. The story is told using handmade layered projections, puppetry, masks, and an original musical score.
Find out more »Snowed In Comedy Tour
The 2016 tour received numerous Standing Ovations and was the most successful to date. It has now grown to become one of the largest comedy tours in Canada.
Find out more »Formosa Quartet with Reiko Uchida, piano (Chamber Music Kelowna 2016-17)
Winners of the First Prize and the Amadeus Prize at the London International String Quartet Competition in 2006, the Formosa Quartet is, “one of the very best quartets of their generation” (David Soyer, cellist of the Guarneri Quartet).
Find out more »Bobby Bazini in Concert
Now, inspired by the release of his third album, Bobby Bazini kicks off 2017 with a national tour featuring his brand new show ‘SUMMER IS GONE’.
Find out more »Imani Winds (Chamber Music Kelowna 2016-17)
Considered North America’s premier wind quintet, Imani Winds has also established itself as one of the most successful chamber music ensembles in the United States. The group has performed in major concert venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Disney Hall, and Kimmel Center.
Find out more »Angel Award
April 2nd 12 noon Atrium pre-show featuring local artists work for sale along with entertainment by Romanza del Arco duo, Denis Letourneau & Susan Schaffer, violin & viola.
Find out more »Creator’s Arts Centre Competitive Spring Showcase 6:30pm
Dancers will be showcasing various styles including jazz, tap, ballet, pointe, lyrical, modern, contemporary and hip hop.
Find out more »Lake Country Dance PAC In the Spotlight
Tickets:$16.50 Purchase below, or call the Rotary Centre for the Arts box office at 250-717-5304.
Find out more »OSIF IndieFest 2017
"IndieFest is a Film Festival comprised of 100% locally made short films, music videos and documentaries. There will be prizes for the Best Film, Best Doc, Best Music Video, a People’s Choice Award, Best Acting, Best Cinematography, Best Story and Best Post-¬Production, a Live MC, and more!
Find out more »The Canadian School of Ballet Night of the Arts
This year's performance will be a collaboration with local talented young dancers, musicians and singers. Our dancers will be dancing to live music from The Kelowna Community Music School and Alexandra Babbel's Candesca Singers.
Find out more »Rock of Ages
It's the tail end of the big, bad 80's in Hollywood and the party has been raging hard at The Sunset Strip's last legendary venue.
Find out more »Westjet Wine Tastings
The urban chic setting of the Rotary Centre for the Arts is your venue to taste over 250 wines all under one roof. Let WestJet transport you into the wine culture of the Okanagan by featuring 60 wineries and a live band.
Find out more »Westjet Wine Tastings
The urban chic setting of the Rotary Centre for the Arts is your venue to taste over 250 wines all under one roof.
Find out more »Arts Council of the Central Okanagan presents: 10th annual Okanagan Arts Awards
Come out for a night of art, culture and celebration! Mingle with some of the top artists in the Okanagan, enjoy a great showcase of local performers and help us celebrate the creative excellence of our community. Award Gala to be hosted by Mayor Colin Basra and Nathan Flavel.
Find out more »Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers: This New Land
Dolyna Ukrainian dancers with guest performers Sadok Ukrainian Dancers present a celebration of Ukrainian immigration to Canada. It is 125 th anniversary of the first Ukrainian immigration and Canada's 150 birthday.
Find out more »Into the Woods Jr (evenings)
A new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s groundbreaking musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make
Find out more »Into the Woods Jr (matinees)
A new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s groundbreaking musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make
Find out more »Celebration Singers Presents: Divas!
The show is entitled “DIVAS! Celebrating Divas of Pop and Broadway”. It is a review of music from some of show business’ most beloved and prolific female musicians from Tina Turner to Beyoncé.
Find out more »Sarafanov Dance Studio Year End Performance 2pm
Sarafanov Dance Studio's, 7th annual, Year End Dance Recital! Based in West Kelowna, our dancers, 3-years-old to Adults, show off their moves in a variety of performing arts genres such as Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Acrobatics and Musical Theatre! An entertaining and exciting show for the whole family!
Find out more »Sarafanov Dance Studio Year End Performance 6pm
Sarafanov Dance Studio's, 7th annual, Year End Dance Recital! Based in West Kelowna, our dancers, 3-years-old to Adults, show off their moves in a variety of performing arts genres such as Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Acrobatics and Musical Theatre! An entertaining and exciting show for the whole family!
Find out more »Enrico Rennella “I’m not just an Italian”
Fresh off the boat comedian Enrico Rennella will delight you in his one man show with the exhilarating tales of his adventures in Kelowna !!! Comedy and music will accompany his sketches !! The Show is in english ! Or something that sounds like it !! Tickets: $35 Purchase below, or call the Rotary Centre for the Arts box office at 250-717-5304.
Find out more »A Night of Bowie- The Definitive Bowie Experience
Victoria musician Syl Thompson and his band have been paying tribute to the musical works of David Bowie for more than three decades. Thompson embodies Bowie's exquisite style and persona and has been acclaimed as providing the most credible and realistic Bowie experience in North America.
This show is a multi-media extravaganza. Six highly respected musicians play each song as Bowie and his band performed them live and VJPhoton provides a visual experience second to none with photos and videos unique to each song.
Dance Inertia – Flux
June 24th 11:30am Presented by Dance Inertia School of Dance Tickets: $25 Regular $ 12 Child 12 and under Purchase below, or call the Rotary Centre for the Arts box office at 250-717-5304.
Find out more »Dance Inertia – Flux
Dance Inertia Presents Flux Saturday June 24th 2:30pm Tickets:$25 Regular, $12 Child 12 and under Purchase below, or call the Rotary Centre for the Arts box office at 250-717-5304.
Find out more »A 1970’s Cinderella
What is a poor girl to do when she has two glamorous stepsisters and a wicked stepmother who keep her away from finding her happiness? Call The Godfather, of course! So dress on up and boogie on down to join New Vintage Theatre in this funky version of the classic fairy tale.
Find out more »EMBODIMENT III Drag & Burlesque Show
EMBODIMENT III is the Okanagan’s biggest and baddest drag and burlesque show. Since its inception in 2013, Embodiment has been known for its cutting-edge performances amongst straight and queer audiences alike.
Find out more »Fairy Tale High
High school is never easy, but try being one of six Prince Charmings, a mermaid without a voice or a guy with a monkey on your back! All of your fairy tale favorite characters attend Fairy Tale High and the adventures are epic, the songs are classic and the love is real.
Find out more »Chamber Music Kelowna presents: Jens Lindemann,trumpet with Jennifer Snow, piano
Trumpeter Jens Lindemann has been described as part ballet dancer, part gymnast, and part magician. He is hailed as one of the most celebrated soloists in his instrument’s history.
In addition to her deep commitment to education, Jennifer Snow is a versatile performer who has appeared as a collaborative pianist throughout North America, Asia and Europe.
Derek Seguin 43.0
Derek Seguin 43.0 delves deep into the challenges of being a single dad in your forties, with a girlfriend that has no kids, living in an ever-changing and all too supercilious world. His Québecois flare and original point of view will make you think, make you re-evaluate, and above all; will have you howling with laughter.
Find out more »BIF NAKED “I Bificus Songs and Stories Tour”
From her beginnings as an orphan in India, to celebrated International Recording Artist, Poet and Author, BIF NAKED remains innovative, revolutionary, and inspiring. She churned her way through ever-increasingly hardcore bands Jungle Milk, Gorilla Gorilla, Chrome Dog and Dying To Be Violent to stardom as a solo Diva.
Find out more »The Comic Strippers
THE COMIC STRIPPERS A male stripper parody and improv comedy show. Your favourite comedy bodies are back with a new show, more moves and even quicker wits. A SHOW FOR ALL GENDERS… 19+ ONLY
Find out more »RAFT a rock opera
Theatre Kelowna Proudly Presents RAFT
Written By Locals Randall Robinson and Pat Brown
Directed By Randall Robinson
Completely Creedence
Woodstock alum Creedence Clearwater Revival ruled the late 60’s and early 70’s. Their Southern Rock style encompassing roots rock, swamp rock and blues produced the hit titles “Proud Mary”, “I Put a Spell on You”, “Suzie Q”, “Bad Moon Rising”, “Midnight Special”, “Travelin’ Band”, “Down On the Corner”, “Fortunate Son”, “Have You Ever Seen the Rain”, “Sweet Hitchhiker” and many others.
Find out more »Debra Digiovanni
Comedian Debra DiGiovanni has been called the “Best Comedian to see after a Messy Break Up” and for three years running-she was named Canada’s favorite female comedian. Debra’s comedy has a sharp edge while maintaining a playful, happy air. Her humor and charm lies in her unflinching honesty and openness, and rapid-fire delivery.
Find out more »Westjet Wine Tastings- Friday
The Westjet Wine Tastings combine sass, savour, and social in one funky venue. The two-night Fall Westjet Wine Tasting let guests sample over 200 wines from British Columbia where wineries are organized in their different regions. You can tour throughout the Okanagan Wine Country without having to drive.
Find out more »Westjet Wine Tastings-Saturday
The Westjet Wine Tastings combine sass, savour, and social in one funky venue. The two-night Fall Westjet Wine Tasting let guests sample over 200 wines from British Columbia where wineries are organized in their different regions.
Find out more »Digging Roots
Digging Roots utilizes the traditional Anishinabek Song Lines composition technique of tracing melody and rhythm from the contours of the land. This traditional method of creating songs is paired with modern Eurocentric techniques of composition.
Find out more »Chamber Music Kelowna Presents: Rolston String Quartet
Rolston String Quartet (part of the Chamber Music Kelowna 2017/2018 Concert Season)
The Rolston String Quartet was named among the “30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians Under 30” by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s in 2016.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
Boisterous, ribald and ultimately devastating, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the unforgettable story of a mental hospital and its inhabitants. In a world where sanity means conformity and following the rules is the only way to survive, this is a powerful exploration of the beauty and the danger of being an original.
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PARKING : Metered street parking is available outside the centre (free after 5 PM & Sundays). One block south on Ellis Street, parking has been increased at the Library Parkade to 668 spaces, and Memorial Parkade to 519 spaces. Parkades are free after 6 PM except during special events. There is an Impark Lot at Prospera Place (access from Water or Cawston) and Impark Lot at the corner of Ellis and Cawston (access from Cawston).
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ROTARY CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
421 Cawston Avenue
Kelowna, BC V1Y 6Z1
250-717-5304
info@rotarycentreforthearts.com
Rotary Centre for the Arts is a unique City of Kelowna facility managed by Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre Society.
