1-Man Star Wars Trilogy: A fun, frenetic trip to a galaxy far, far away
Presented by New Vintage Theatre, a unique show titled One-Man Star Wars Trilogy will be coming to the Kelowna Community Theatre on March 24.
Created and brought to life on stage by Canadian actor Charles Ross, One-Man Star Wars Trilogy is just what it seems – a live solo performance of the original trilogy of Star Wars movies (A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi).
Ross singlehandedly plays all the characters, singing the music, flying the ships, fighting the battles and condensing the Star Wars plots into just over 60 minutes of live entertainment.
Convinced that he has the best job in the world, Ross has delivered his rapid-fire recap more than 4,000 times to audiences in 500 cities across four continents over the past 15 years. The show is recommended for Star Wars fans of all ages. Audience members are invited to wear costumes, but no masks or weapons are allowed.
Advance tickets, $25, are available from www.selectyourtickets.com or at the door, $35.
For more information about New Vintage Theatre, a charitable professional theatre company based in Kelowna, or their festival Kelowna Fan Xpo, visit newvintage.ca
National Sleep Awareness Week
National Sleep Awareness Week takes place March 5 – 12 and culminates with daylight savings. Also, World Sleep Day will take place on March 17.
During the month of March, Community Sleep Coach Inc., in Kelowna will be hosting open educational houses. People can drop by for a casual yet informative personal introduction to sleep and associated abnormalities. Dates will be announced soon.
According to Community Sleep Coach Inc., untreated sleep disorders cost billions of dollars each year and it should be in our best interest to ensure that sleep care and education is available.
Online: communitysleepcoach.com.
Equinox TogetherFest set for March 18
A wide range of activities are planned during the day and into the night at Kelowna's first Equinox TogetherFest, taking place on March 18.
Family festivities will run from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Forum, 1317 Ethel St. (at Cawston) with more activities planned for adults at night.
Opening ceremonies will include a Syilx prayer and welcoming to the Sylix territories. The day events will feature yoga and reiki workshops, kids’ workshops on indigenous dance and song, a drum workshop and local kids’ performers, including the Oot n' Oots, the Ukaloopy Lady, and Kiki the Eco Elf.
Baked goods donated by Marmalade Cat Cafe, Cherry Hill Coffee, and Motherlove kombucha will be served for lunch, in addition to a couple food trucks.
The afternoon will feature speakers on the Language of Resilience and a zine making workshop. Outdoor afternoon events during that time will include live graffiti art, a mini skateboard ramp and riders from the BKRY boardshop, a hip hop hut, and local merch and clothing.
Evening events from 7 p.m. to midnight, will include a Syilx welcoming with words on the pipelines, poets Rawle James and Erin Scott, singer/songwriter Nicole Holkestad, Speak Easy, Elk the Moose, Leila Neverland’s band, a drag show featuring Sasha & Co, and more.
Tickets are now being sold at Milkcrate Records and Leo's Video's. A day pass is $10 with kids 10 and under getting in free. A night pass is $15 and a pass for both $20.
Canadian stars dominate iHeartRadio’s male artist category
A showdown of Canada’s biggest male superstars will unfold on Sunday at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Justin Bieber, Drake, Shawn Mendes and the Weeknd are all vying for the male artist of the year award, up against country singer Luke Bryan, the only nonCanadian in the category. It’s one of the top awards in an evening that’s full of Canadian contenders.
Drake has the most nominations — he’s up for 12 awards, including hip hop artist of the year — while the Weeknd is also nominated for best R&B artist.
In the dance song category it’s a battle of the Biebers as two hits featuring his vocals are up against each other. Major Lazer’s song Cold Water and DJ Snake’s Let Me Love You both feature the pop superstar’s touch.
Several other Canadian acts are also vying for awards, including Alessia Cara for best new pop artist and the Strumbellas, in both the alternative rock artist and new rock categories.