Canadian rock royalty April Wine hits the Okanagan this Friday, bringing their electrifying 50th-anniversary celebration to Penticton's South Okanagan Events Centre. Though the recent passing of founding member Myles Goodwyn left an indelible mark on the band's legacy, new frontman Marc Parent carries the torch forward, ensuring the music that has moved generations continues to soar. The Halifax-born legends will share the stage with fellow Canadian icons Bachman-Turner Overdrive for the Back in Overdrive Tour 2025. This historic pairing promises an unforgettable evening of rock anthems that have defined our nation's musical landscape since 1969. The Penticton show is part of their five sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ dates and our chance to be part of rock history – secure your tickets through
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Vancouver powerhouse Tonye Aganaba brings their blend of Soul, Neo-Folk, Funk, Hip-Hop, and R&B to sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'s Mary Irwin Theatre this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The Black African queer and non-binary artist's latest work, "Something Comfortable," chronicles their profound journey with Multiple Sclerosis, transforming personal struggle into artistic triumph. Beyond the music, Aganaba's impact resonates through their role as co-founder of #GroundUp, which has raised over $200,000 for grassroots initiatives, and through powerful songs like "We Are Not Friends," a fearless exploration of racism. Critics have hailed their work as "one of the best R&B recordings to come out of Vancouver." Experience this intimate celebration of vulnerability and collective empowerment at the Rotary Centre for the Arts on Cawston Avenue. Tickets are $35 including GST and fees.
West sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Spring Art Exhibition blooms into a canvas of possibility this weekend when more than 20 local artists transform the Westbank Lions Community Centre into a gallery of dreams. Join fellow art enthusiasts at 2466 Main Street, to find your masterpiece. April 5 and 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., no entrance fee.
As a Polish-born Canadian living in the beautiful Okanagan, my heart swells with pride whenever our cultural masterpieces grace local stages. This weekend, the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents a particularly special program that speaks to my heritage – "Mendelssohn & Chopin" – featuring the sublime works of my homeland's beloved composer, Frédéric Chopin. The performances, set against a Bridgerton-inspired backdrop, will transport audiences through time, blending classical masterpieces with contemporary arrangements of pop favorites. Guest conductor Julian Pellicano leads this innovative program, which includes arrangements of modern artists like Taylor Swift and Alanis Morissette alongside timeless classical pieces. What makes this even more extraordinary is the presence of renowned pianist Janina Fialkowska, whose interpretation of Chopin never fails to capture the deep, soulful essence of our Polish musical heritage. As she says, her mission is "to make the music come alive once more." Catch this magnificence at the sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Community Theatre on Friday, April 4 at 7:30 p.m., Penticton Cleland Theatre on Saturday, April 5 at 7 p.m., or a matinee at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, April 6 at 2 p.m.
Love triumphs over tragedy in "The Soldier's Wife," making its world premiere at Lake Country's Creekside Theatre on tonight, April 2 at 7 p.m. Sean Harris Oliver's moving play tells the true story of Canadian soldier Trevor Greene and his extraordinary journey of recovery after being critically wounded in Afghanistan.
Under Stephen Jefferys' direction, this powerful production celebrates the unwavering dedication of Greene's wife Debbie, whose tireless care became a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This proves to be an inspiring portrayal of love's victory over life-altering adversity at 10241 Bottom Wood Lake Road. Tickets available through .
Laugh your way into spring as Train Wreck Comedy presents Canada's Got Talent 2024 Golden Buzzer Winner Sterling Scott at sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'s intimate Actors Studio stage on April 4 & 5. This globe-trotting comedian, who's performed everywhere from Just for Laughs to military shows in Kuwait and Afghanistan, brings his razor-sharp wit and magnetic stage presence to downtown sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ for two unforgettable nights. Scott, also known for his writing on "This Hour Has 22 Minutes," has earned his stripes at major comedy festivals across North America and as a finalist in prestigious competitions in San Francisco and Seattle. Catch this comedy powerhouse at 1379 Ellis Street, with dinner service starting at 7:00 PM and showtime at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $45, available at or by calling (250) 862-2867.
In just over a week, the 46th BC Interior Jazz Festival transforms sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ into a jazz lover's paradise, April 10-12. The highlight All-Star Concert lights up the sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Community Theatre April 11, showcasing the West Coast's finest jazz talent. This three-day celebration of rhythm and improvisation features both seasoned performers and promising young musicians, with tickets available at $51.45 (including fees).
