Beaches the Musical features a book by Iris Rainer Dart & Thom Thomas, music by Mike Stoller, lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart, based on the novel Beaches by Iris Rainer Dart, and developed in collaboration with David Austin.
A new musical based on the best-selling novel that was made into the blockbuster film Beaches, Beaches the Musical follows two extraordinary friends through 30 years of camaraderie, laughter, sorrow and love. Vivacious, outlandish Cee Cee and beautiful, privileged Bertie meet as children and become fast friends. From pen-pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie’s oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials. With a touching vulnerability, Beaches the Musical exemplifies the triumph of the human spirit and the bonds of sisterhood.
Beaches the Musical is presented by Theatre Calgary, Jennifer Maloney-Prezioso, Douglas McJannet for Arden Entertainment, Alison Spiriti for Right Angle Entertainment, and Broadway & Beyond (Tracey McFarland, Ryan Bogner, Victoria Lang).
Directing Beaches the Musical will be Lonny Price, and co-directed by Matt Cowart. Price and Cowart recently collaborated to bring the world premiere of The Louder We Get to Theatre Calgary in January, 2020.
Serbian Fest is a showcase of the rich history of our culture, including delicious authentic Serbian food, traditional folklore dances, and authentic live music – a true celebration of Canada’s multiculturalism.
The Serbian community in Calgary is now approaching 5000 people, with the first settler arriving back in the early 1900s. Over the years, the diaspora has come together to build a community and keep its unique culture thriving. Serbian immigrants have made important contributions to our society as prominent members of many communities throughout Canada and the world over. Nikola Tesla, the prominent inventor of AC who lit up the world, and Mihajlo Pupin, a founding member of NASA, are two of the most renowned Serbian emigrants on this continent. Not to mention, Serbian Field Marshall Radomir Putnik whose plaque has been erected in Kananaskis Country in front of Mt. Putnik by the Ravna Gora Serbian Heritage Society with support of the Royal Canadian Legion in honour of the brave Canadian and Serbian troops who fought for the allied cause in WW1.
Serbian culture today is influenced by its position as a bridge between Eastern and Western Europe. It is an eclectic mix of cultures that includes Hungarian, Austrian, Baltic, Mediterranean and the Middle East. Elements from Turkish, Celtic and Judaic regions can be seen in the cuisine, costumes and music. From the intricacy in its detailed handicrafts and art, to the variety of music, song and dance, Serbian culture has a richness that today still captivates audiences worldwide.