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It’s a Wonderful Life
November 18 – January 2
Arts Club Theatre, Vancouver
Based on the film, this classic story shows what happens when good Samaritan
George Bailey reaches the end of his rope – and wishes he’d never been born. Find out how Clarence the incompetent angel earns his wings. artsclub.com
Patron Saint of Stanley Park
November 25 – December 26
Arts Club Revue Stage, Vancouver
On a ferociously stormy Christmas Eve, a scruffy vagabond helps a struggling
family learn that Christmas can illuminate the human spirit. artsclub.com
White Christmas
December 4 – January 2
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Vancouver
The Arts Club invites you to “make your days merry and bright by warming to this unforgettable musical about
love and friendship.” White Christmas: The Musical features lots of tap-dancing and heartwarming tunes – including an obscure little ditty by some guy named Irving Berlin. artsclub.com.
Winter Harp
December 5 – 19
Dressed in medieval attire, this unique ensemble create a special atmosphere,
with candles and 12th century replica instruments – ranging from Celtic harps to temple bells. Their tour is scheduled for eight
locations across B.C. winterharp.com
The Christmas Post
December 8 – 12
Johnston Heights Church, Surrey
Set in the fabled 1940s of Norman Rockwell, this play follows a single mom as
she strives to keep faith and family in focus during the busiest time of the
year. hopetoyou.com
Where His Treasure Is
December 9 – 12
Kamloops Alliance Church
This production combines drama, humour, music and dance to explore Christmas
from a variety of perspectives. All proceeds raised will go to local charities.
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Everlasting Light
December 11 – 12
Peace Portal Alliance Church, Surrey
‘A Christmas Carol for a Dark World’ includes a special kids’ presentation, a 50-member choir and a 40-piece orchestra.peaceportalalliance.com
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A Child’s Christmas in Delta
December 11 – 12
South Delta Baptist Church, Tsawwassen
Songs, Strings & Steps presents Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child. Music will range from ‘The Polar Express’ to the ‘Hallelujah Chorus’ and sing-along carols. southdelta.org
Go Tell It!
December 12
Fraserview MB Church, Richmond
The Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir presents a Christmas concert, featuring
John Lee Sanders. goodnoisevgc.com
A Gift of Christmas
December 12
Langley Community Music School
This free community Christmas concert, hosted by Langley MP Mark Warawa, will
feature Andrea & Amaris, Alison Nystrom, Dennis Enns and Cole Armour. markwarawa.com
Smitty Claus
December 17
Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre
Michael W. Smith and guest Anita Renfroe bring the season onstage with It’s a Wonderful Christmas. LMGconcerts.com
All the trimmings
December 18
St. David’s Anglican Church, Vancouver
An all-day Christmas Dinner is being offered by Vancouver Urban Missions. Volunteers are needed to prepare
the feast the night before. If you’d like to help, contact Joseph Nurani at 604.825.4849 or Jnur@live.ca.
Sweet Soul Gospel Christmas
December 22
St. Andrew’s Wesley Church, Vancouver
Checo Tohomaso and his VOC Sweet Soul Gospel Choir will raise your temperature,
your spirit – and the roof! Loud praises guaranteed. vocsoulgospelchoir.com
The Nutcracker
December 29 – January
Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver
Mice disguised as Cossacks and snowflakes dressed as princesses take to the
stage, as Ballet BC presents the Vancouver premiere of Alberta Ballet’s lavish new production of this seasonal favourite. The glorious Tchaikovsky
score will be performed live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. balletbc.com
December 2010
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