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Shaw Fest 2012
Augustus Does His Bit
January 31 to February 4
Merlyn Productions presents the uproariously funny one-act comedy that George Bernard Shaw called his "true-to-life" wartime farce". Meet Lord Augustus Highcastle - brilliant, handsome and capable (not to mention modest and self-sacrificing), as he would happily remind you from the daring command of his writing desk. Who better to trust with the super-secret list of Allied gun emplacements? An obstinate, over-age clerk who would rather be on the front lines and a beautiful woman with a hidden agenda complete the recipe for comic disaster. With allies like these, who needs enemies? Tuesday, January to Friday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m.. - Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m. The Ellice Theatre, 585 Ellice Ave at Sherbrook. Admission $10 or ShawPass, Seniors 65+ $7. Tickets Online, or by phone at (204) 415-2714.
Major Barbara
February 1 to 4
The Winnipeg Mennonite Theatre presents Major Barbara, by George Bernard Shaw. Major Barbara, though written over 100 years ago, is still timely and one of Shaw's most important discussion plays. Barbara Undershaft, a major in the Salvation Army, believes by feeding the unemployed and the ne'er-do-wells, she can save their souls. Her father Andrew Undershaft, a rich armament industrialist, believes poverty is the worst crime and his method of offering fair wages is the only way to proceed. Wednesday, February 1 at 7:05 p.m., Thursday and Friday, February 2 and 3, at 8:05 p.m., and Saturday, February 4 at 2:05 and 8:05 p.m.. Tickets $15 - available at the door, or by calling Helene Riesen at 237-6268 or Marie Enns at 474-1684, and from the Box Office at 339-7259 or the general box office 339-7259. Universite de Saint Boniface Salle Martial Caron Theatre, 200 Avenue de la Cathedrale.

View a listing and details of other productions being presented as part of Shaw Fest 2012

Westminster Concert Organ Series - Scott Dettra
Sunday, February 12, 2:30 p.m.
As part of the Westminster Concert Organ Series, award winning organist Scott Dettra of Washington, D.C. will perform a program of music by Mendelssohn, Bach, Handel and others on Sunday, February 12. Scott Dettra is Principal Organist of Washington National Cathedral, and he assists with the direction of the Cathedral choirs. In addition to his work at the Cathedral, he is also Keyboard Artist for both the Washington Bach Consort and the Cathedral Choral Society. He was principal accompanist of the American Boychoir for many years. In addition to many recording credits, his performances have been broadcast numerous times on the BBC, NPR, and PRI. Tickets $25 at McNally Robinson Books in Grant Park Shopping Centre, or at the door on the day of the performance. Only at the door, seniors tickets are $20. Westminster United Church, 745 Westminster Avenue at Maryland Street.

Foody Series
Tuesdays until March 20, 7 to 9 p.m.
Travel the world in these culinary events presented by Assiniboine Park! The Foody series incorporates delectable food samplings prepared by local chefs sprinkled with horticultural, historical and cultural tidbits, all topped off with expert pairings from the Manitoba Liquor Marts. You will be consuming alcoholic beverage samples so it is strongly suggested that you make arrangements for a ride to and from these events. Participants must be 18 years or older to attend. The events take place at MLCC Madison Square (just west of Polo Park). Places and themes that will be explored in this series include January 31, Brazilian Fare - February 14, Cupid's Bite - February 28, Moroccan Mystery - March 6, Fabulous One-Pot Meals - March 13, South African Cooking - March 20, Totally Tasty Tapas. Fee $49.95 plus GST. For additional details of these events or other information, call the Assiniboine Park Programming Office at 927-6070 - email parkprograms@assiniboinepark.ca - or visit the Assiniboine Park website where a downloadable registration form is available.

Nitrate Treasures: Archival Hudson's Bay Film
Wednesday, February 15, 7:00 p.m.
The Manitoba Historical Society in partnership with the Hudson's Bay Company Archives and Five Door Films will host an event to celebrate the return to Canada of rarely seen films documenting the Hudson Bay Company's activities and first nations communities in the Canadian north in the early 20^th century. The screening includes excerpts from the newly transferred nitrate film footage of 'The Romance of the Far Fur Country' which premiered on May 23, 1920, at Winnipeg's illustrious Allen Theatre. The film was then released across Western Canada, and was eventually re-cut for a British version and screened in London. Less than a decade later, the film disappeared from public view. The canisters of film were packed away by the HBC in an archive in London for safe keeping - but lost to the world...until now. The screening will be followed by presentations on the circumstances surrounding the return of the films as well as the projects that are underway to promote them to wider audiences and to the communities represented in the films. A question and answer session and reception to follow. Free admission.

Winnipeg Mardi Gras
Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18
Experience the tastes, sights and sounds of Louisiana and beat the winter blues - without leaving town! Come as you are - or come in costume - and experience everything Mardi Gras has to offer! Pull up a seat at the Food, Oyster and Wine Bar to indulge in Mardi Gras specialty foods like freshly shucked oysters, peel-and-eat shrimp, and melt-in-your-mouth alligator fritters. Don't forget to try the Louisiana crab cakes, southern fried Cajun pickle spears. Also on the menu are other Mardi Gras favourites including po' boy sandwiches, chicken creole, gumbo, spicy sausage, and sweet potato fries. Keep an eye out for aerial acrobatics, painted bodies, stilt walkers, showgirls, drag queens, impersonators, body builders, jugglers, and more. You might even see a tiger or panda bear in the crowd. Entertainment includes Rockin' Dopsie Jr. and The Zydeco Twisters with their one-of-a-kind dynamic show. Considered the best 'rub board' player in the world, Dopsie Jr. is a charismatic and electrifying performer. Winnipeg Convention Centre, February 17 and 18, 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 am nightly. Tickets $16 at Ticketmaster and participating charities.

2012 Cornflower Gala
Saturday, March 24
The 2012 Cornflower Gala will be held in the hangar of the Western Canada Aviation Museum. Fine dining will be catered by Urban Prairie Crusine with dancing under the planes to the music of Mr. E and the Jazz Gumshoes. The dress code is evening attire. The event is to raise funds to help provide support services for families living with ALS and highlight and recognize the people living with ALS in Manitoba. Cocktails 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m. Tickets $140.00 (Partial tax receipt). For tickets or information call Sharon at 831-1510, extension 4, or e-mail HOPE@alsmb.ca.