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SUMMARY:Arcady Opera Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Arcady is thrilled to present their new Opera Showcase with three captivating 20-minute musical dramas! Brought to life through the brilliant libretti of Michaela Chiste\, these performances will take place on Saturday\, March 14\, 2026 from 7:30-9:00 PM at the Waterford Old Town Hall. The fully Canadian project is generously supported by the Ontario Arts Council and features the work of Arcady’s musical director Ronald Beckett as well as associate composers Benjamin Gabbay and Emma Verdonk. Experience The Innkeeper (Beckett)\, a captivating tale where two very different worlds collide in an unforgettable encounter. Featuring baritone Michael York as stoic innkeeper Frederick and soprano Cristina Pisani as fiery jazz singer Jasmine\, The Innkeeper is a poignant story of renewal as two lost souls rediscover the rhythm of life. The Scholars brings four students together for a night of meditation on human progress. Through innovative music by Gabbay\, Mary (soprano Sarah Storms)\, Agatha (mezzo-soprano Mairi Demings)\, Victor (tenor Cameron Mazzei)\, and Albert (baritone Christopher Pitre-McBride) debate the limits of knowledge in a philosophical reckoning. The Gardener (Verdonk) follows Marco (baritone Anthony Rodrigues)\, as he faces figures from his past within his sanctuary of flowers. Lost friend Zinnia (soprano Vivien Illion)\, former love Heliotrope (soprano Michaela Chiste)\, and mother Carnation (mezzo-soprano Michal Aloni) present contemplations on a life fully lived. Don’t miss these life-affirming productions that will leave you humming their tunes long after the curtain falls! Secure your seat early for the Arcady Opera Showcase with tickets at $49 available at www.arcady.ca\, through email at info@arcady.ca\, or by calling 519-428-3185. Reserve in advance. For more information\, please visit arcady.ca.
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LOCATION:Waterford Old Town Hall\, 76 Main St S\, Waterford\, Ontario\, N0E 1Y0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah (Ancaster)
DESCRIPTION:Arcady is thrilled to invite audiences to their Handel’s Messiah at Ancaster’s Grace Community Christian Reformed Church on Friday\, March 27th at 7:30 PM. Experience the beloved work in Arcady’s unique Baroque style that pays homage to the original production. While often associated with the Christmas holiday\, Messiah was originally intended for the Easter season and featured an intimate chamber group\, a tradition now continued by Arcady. Audiences will have the chance to see Arcady’s professional chorus of soloists and chamber ensemble featuring past and present Emerging Artists. Known for his dynamic\, energetic interpretation of this triumphant work\, Ronald Beckett will direct his ensemble in a jubilant rendition of the timeless oratorio. Don’t miss your chance to hear the ensemble that specializes in Messiah. Audience members should secure their seats early as Arcady’s Messiah is a usually sold-out event! Tickets at $45 general ($46 for electronic payments) are available online at arcady.ca or in person at Grace Community Christian Reformed Church. For more information\, please call 519-428-3185\, email john_vdl@hotmail.com\, or visit arcady.ca.
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LOCATION:Grace Community (Ancaster) Christian Reformed Church\, 70 Garner Rd E\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L9G 2J8\, Canada
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