Love Rosebud? Want to visit more often? In celebration of Rosebud Theatre’s 30th anniversary, Rosebud Centre of the Arts has announced an eclectic and dynamic new entertainment series to complement of their 2013 season.
The Rosebud Presents series will feature music concerts, one-man shows, children’s programming and more.
“For thirty years, people have been coming from all over the province to be swept up in the experience of Rosebud,” says Morris Ertman, Artistic Director of Rosebud Theatre. “Our shows have become a part of people’s pilgrimages into rural Alberta. So, in our 30th anniversary year, we’re adding a series of events that welcomes new artists to Rosebud and expands our programming. If you haven’t been out to Rosebud lately–or ever–we invite you to discover the magic of the valley, the hospitality of the people, and the sheer love of sharing music and story with our beloved patrons.”
The current line-up for Rosebud Presents includes Brian Doerksen in Concert, comedy improv with Panic Squad, and the classic Canadian play Letter from Wingfield Farm.
The series kicked off Thursday, February 28 with Sandbox Theatre’s fun and educational production of The Amazing Adventure of Clara and Jacques. It tells the tale of two children who band together in search of a home, and traverse the vast lands of a country that would become Canada; along the way encountering a fur trader, braving the rapids in a canoe, and riding horseback with the North West Mounted Police.
Next up are Canadian music icons Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard who will launch their latest tour with a special performance in Rosebud on April 9. They will be joined by roots duo The Great Plains (formerly Saskia & Darrel) and will provide an evening of folk and country music to entertain and delight.
“We’ll have even more concerts, shows and forums to announce over the next few months,” adds Executive Director Adam Furfaro. “We hope to surprise our patrons with new and exciting opportunities to be entertained and engaged.” Furfaro notes that 2013 Season Subscribers will be acknowledged for their loyalty with significant savings on their Rosebud Presents ticket purchases. “It’s not too late to become a subscriber. Give us a call and check out the savings. It’s really quite remarkable.”
