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ENTERTAINMENT
World Premiere
MAR 28-APR 8
A Short History of Crazy Bone from Theatre
Projects Manitoba is critically acclaimed
poet Patrick Friesen’s brand new work for
stage. Crazy is wandering the mid-path of
her life, on the outskirts of a small town at
the edge of the world. Society has dismissed
her presence as irrelevant, but she remains
confi dent. Tickets: $25-$45. Tickets at
theatreprojectsmanitoba.ca. Théâtre Cercle
Molière, 340 Provencher Blvd, Map 1: P-6
RUMOR’S RESTAURANT & COMEDY CLUB Laugh
out loud as comedians from around the globe try out
their best material. Mar 22-24: After recent apperances
on Late Night With Seth Meyers and @midnight, Phil
Hanley returns to Canada. Mar 27-29, 31: Best known
for his performance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent,
comedian Kellen Erskine visits Rumor’s. Apr 11-14:
Regular on CBC’s ‘The Debaters’ Nathan Macintosh visits
Winnipeg while on tour. Call for tickets. Tuxedo Park
Shopping Centre, 2025 Corydon Ave, 204-488-4520,
rumorscomedyclub.com, Map 2: D-3
JEFF DUNHAM Mar 21 American ventriloquist and
comedian visits Bell MTS Place during his Passively
Aggressive tour. Starts at 7 pm. Tickets $65-81. Call
1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca. Bell MTS Place,
300 Portage Ave, Map 1: P-3
GERRY DEE Apr 28 Star, creator, and one of the
principle writers for CBC’s hit sitcom Mr. D returns for his
Stand-Up Comedy Tour. Starts at 8 pm. Tickets $48-89.
Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca. Burton
Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St, Map 1: O-3
CULINARY
LOVE LOCAL MB Mar 3 Browse and sample food
products from dozens of local vendors, from handcrafted
bean to bar chocolate to craft beer. 5 pm-9 pm. Tickets:
$30. Visit lovelocalmb.com for tickets. Victoria Inn,
Wellington Ave, Map 2: C-3
WOMEN WINE FOOD Mar 8 Celebrate International
Women’s Day with a meal prepared by talented female
chefs along with wine and live music in support of
Women’s Health Clinic. Starts at 7 pm. Tickets: $125.
Hilton Winnipeg Airport Suites, 1800 Wellington Ave,
Map 2: C-2
CIAO! CHOCOLATEFEST Apr 1-30 This annual
April event celebrates the world’s favourite flavour.
Participating restaurants offer sweet and sippable
cocoa creations for the set price all month long.
Visit ciaowinnipeg.com for information and list of
participating restaurants.
SHARE OUR STRENGTH’S TASTE OF THE NATION
April 2 This annual fundraising event brings together
local chefs in support of ending childhood hunger. 6
pm-8:30 pm. Visit ce.nokidhungry.org/winnipeg to
purchase tickets. The Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Pl,
204–985-6218, Map 1: O-4
DANCE
ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLET Winnipeg’s professional
ballet is world renowned for its talented dancers and
original productions. Feb 28-Mar 4: RWB’s classical
repertoire The Sleeping Beauty returns. Tickets $30-
$120. Shows start nightly at 7:30 pm, 2 pm matinee
on Sun, rwb.org, Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St,
Map 1: N-4
DINNER THEATRE
CELEBRATIONS Costumed servers pull you right into
the performance while serving a four-course meal.
Mar 24- May 26: Sing and dance along to Rock and Roll
Heaven, where all of your past beloved rock artists have
gone. Seating: Wed-Sat 6:15 pm, Sun 5 pm. Call for
ticket prices. Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy,
204-982-8282, celebrations.ca, Map 2: F-4
EXHIBITIONS
MID-CANADA BOAT SHOW Mar 1-4 This show
features more than 135,000 sq feet of the newest
boats and motors, camping and fishing gear, and water
sports equipment from industry manufacturers and
retailers. Thu & Fri 3 pm-9 pm, Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun
11 am-5 pm. Tickets: $15, kids 13 and under free with an
adult, women free on Thursday. Tickets available at the
door or online. RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave,
midcanadaboatshow.com, Map 1: P-3
FIRST FRIDAYS IN THE EXCHANGE Mar 2, Apr 6
Celebrate art on the first Friday of every month, when
the historic Exchange District becomes an open gallery.
The night includes free admission to exhibits as well as
special events. Various venues. For full list of participating
galleries and events visit firstfridayswinnipeg.org
MANITOBA RV SHOW AND SALE Mar 8-11 This RV
show celebrates the camping and recreational vehicle
lifestyle. Browse products throughout the entire third floor
including popup, travel trailer, fifth wheel or motor home.
Thur & Fri 3 pm-9 pm, Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun 11 am-5 pm.
Tickets: $15, women free on Thursday. Tickets available at
the door and online. RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave,
manitobarvshow.ca, Map 1: P-3
PISTON RING WORLD OF WHEELS Mar 16-18 Discover
the hottest new trends in custom automobiles for hotrod
enthusiasts. Custom designs, trucks, motorcycles, and
muscle cars featured. Fri 3 pm-10 pm, Sat 10 am-10 pm, Sun
10 am-6 pm. Tickets: adults $16.75, children 6-12 $6.25.
RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave, autorama.com,
Map 1: P-3
CANNES LIONS: ENCORE Mar 27-31 Enjoy a special
second-round screening of the Cannes Lions International
Festival of Creativity. Winning commericals from around the
world are sure to impress and influence the emotions of the
audience. Shows 3:30pm & 7pm. Tickets $15. Winnipeg Art
Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd, wag.ca, Map 1: P-3
WINNIPEG HOME & GARDEN SHOW Apr 5-8 New
products and ideas for every room in the house. Get
tips from celebrity guests like Kortney and Dave Wilson
from Masters Of Flip, consult for free with a renovator
or pick up new home accessories. Thu-Fri 12 pm-9 pm,
Sat 10 am-9 pm, Sun 10 am-6 pm. Tickets: adult $12,
seniors $10, children 12 and under free. Buy online
for discount. RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave,
winnipeghomeandgardenshow.com, Map 1: P-3
32st ANNUAL HOPE COUTURE FASHION SHOW &
DINNER April 12 Be inspired by local designers at the
glamourous and memorable evening in support of Ronald
McDonald House charities. Tickets: $175 with $70 tax
receipt. Tickets available at rmhmanitoba.org. York Ballroom,
RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave, 204-783-9523,
Map 1: P-3
FAMILY
DISNEY ON ICE: FROZEN Mar 8-11 Audiences will get
to sing along with Anna, Elsa and Olaf with soundtrack
favourites like “Let it Go” and “Do You Want to Build a
Snowman?”. Tickets: $15-80. Call 1-855-985-5000 or
visit ticketmaster.ca. Bell MTS Place, 300 Portage Ave,
Map 1: P-3
WAG SPRING BREAK ART CAMP Mar 26-29 Kids can
enjoy hours of crafting, learning new creative skills and
expoloring the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Hours 9 am-
4 pm, Ages 6-12. Price: $50, $45 for members. WAG,
300 Memorial Blvd, wag.ca, Map 1: P-3
WINNIPEG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S KIDS
CONCERT SERIES Apr 8 Award-winner Al Simmons
leads action-packed sing-a-longs with the use of tin cans,
garden hoses doorstoppers and the WSO.Shows begin at
2 pm. Tickets: $25. Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St,
204-949-3999, wso.ca, Map 1: N-4
PEPPA PIG LIVE! SURPRISE Apr 25 A brand new
production features Peppa, George and friends in an
entertaining singing and dancing adventure. Starts at
6 pm. Tickets $33-55. Call 1-855-985-5000 or visit
ticketmaster.ca. Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St,
Map 1: O-3
FESTIVALS
MARCH/APRIL 2018
where.ca
22nd ANNUAL FREEZE FRAME Mar 4-11 Manitoba’s
international film festival for kids of all ages offers movies,
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COMEDY