Brian van Wensem

Ballet Jörgen’s masterful performance of Swan Lake, arriving Feb. 16, is one of the shows being presented by the Vernon Performing Arts Centre as part of its dance series.

Centre Point: It’s a new year for shows at the centre

Shows in every genre are about to grace the stage at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre.

Ballet Jörgen’s masterful performance of Swan Lake, arriving Feb. 16, is one of the shows being presented by the Vernon Performing Arts Centre as part of its dance series.
Grace Bradley (Emily MacArthur) reacts with chagrin as the Herdmans, clockwise from top left, Imogene (Kassidy Schaper-Kotter), Ralph (Jack Anderson), Ollie (Naden Toews), Claude (Landon Toews), Gladys (Annaston Munro) and Leroy (Caydon Cantafio) nominate her son Charlie (Niall Watson) to be King Herod in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

Centre Point: T’is the season for shows to fill the calendar

Don’t let these next few weeks pass by without indulging in the events that make us laugh, sing, and share in the joy of the season.

Grace Bradley (Emily MacArthur) reacts with chagrin as the Herdmans, clockwise from top left, Imogene (Kassidy Schaper-Kotter), Ralph (Jack Anderson), Ollie (Naden Toews), Claude (Landon Toews), Gladys (Annaston Munro) and Leroy (Caydon Cantafio) nominate her son Charlie (Niall Watson) to be King Herod in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.
Celebrity impersonators Marty Edwards and Wendy T present Kenny and Dolly: Together Again in this tribute show to country legends Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, Monday, Nov. 28 at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.

Centre Point: Wrap up November with a show in Vernon

Whether life finds you shopping, baking, crafting or procrastinating, make sure to schedule some “you” time and take in an event.

Celebrity impersonators Marty Edwards and Wendy T present Kenny and Dolly: Together Again in this tribute show to country legends Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, Monday, Nov. 28 at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.
The Vernon Performing Arts Centre presents Dufflebag Theatre's Peter Pan as part of its TD Kids Series, Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2 p.m.

Centre Point: Cherish the moments

There are some fantastic quality performances coming up in Vernon that’ll definitely make the effort to go out worthwhile.

The Vernon Performing Arts Centre presents Dufflebag Theatre's Peter Pan as part of its TD Kids Series, Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2 p.m.
Charlotte Diamond along with her son Matt Diamond open the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre’s 2016/17 First Stages series on Sunday, Oct. 2.

Charlotte Diamond brings Four Hugs a Day

Beloved Canadian children's entertainer will share the stage with her son, Matt Diamon, at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre

Charlotte Diamond along with her son Matt Diamond open the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre’s 2016/17 First Stages series on Sunday, Oct. 2.
Atlantic Ballet Theatre’s Phantom of the Opera comes to Vernon in April 2017 as part of the Society’s 2016/17 Dance Series. Tickets and subscriptions are now on sale through the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469).

A new season of dance begins

The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre gets ready for a new season, starting Sept. 30 with Out Interspace Dance Theatre

Atlantic Ballet Theatre’s Phantom of the Opera comes to Vernon in April 2017 as part of the Society’s 2016/17 Dance Series. Tickets and subscriptions are now on sale through the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469).

Centre Point: Rawk on, kids

From plays and concerts to local recitals, there’s something for everyone in Greater Vernon.

Centre Point: Spit-spot to these spring shows

Mary Poppins, the stage musical, and more events of every kind and for every taste are flying into a Vernon venue near you.

The WonderHeads bring The Middle of Everywhere to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre April 17.

CentrePoint: Selection abounds

There is no shortage of amazing live performances to entertain audiences of all ages at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre

The WonderHeads bring The Middle of Everywhere to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre April 17.
Quebec’s Cirque Alfonse brings its energetic lumberjack-themed extravaganza Timber! to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre April 5.

Centre Point: April showers bring more than flowers

As April arrives on our doorstep, check out these events that will feed your creative side.

Quebec’s Cirque Alfonse brings its energetic lumberjack-themed extravaganza Timber! to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre April 5.

Centre Point: Spring is in the air

In the next few weeks, you’ll definitely find a show to see you through what’s left of Old Man Winter.

Centre Point: The fun never ends

Worried about Vernon Winter Carnival being over? No problem. The next few weeks offer a feast of events to choose from.

Centre Point: Arts liven February

Among the best aspects of working in the arts is just how dynamic the events are in the North Okanagan.

CENTRE POINT: Lot’s happening on the culture front

Now looking ahead to 2016, we’ve got another year of world-class entertainment

Centre Point: Here’s a ‘wrap’ of holiday season shows

We’re approaching the home stretch of 2015 where holiday decorations are everywhere and the countdown to Christmas is in full swing.

Centre Point: The holiday season has officially begun

It’s one of the busiest times of year as we run out of days in November and look ahead to December.

Chelsea Hotel’s Steve Charles and Lauren Bowler perform one of Leonard Cohen’s songs in the Firehall Arts Centre’s production coming to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Nov. 18.

Centre Point: Greater Vernon is the star

We’ve got a good thing going on here in Greater Vernon, starting with Paul Taylor Dance Company's arrival at the Performing Arts Centre.

Chelsea Hotel’s Steve Charles and Lauren Bowler perform one of Leonard Cohen’s songs in the Firehall Arts Centre’s production coming to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Nov. 18.

Centre Point: A few reasons to dress up

Don’t miss out on these great events in the incredibly busy arts scene in the North Okanagan.

Vitaly appears at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Oct. 23.

Centre Point: Thanks for the arts

Thanksgiving is such a great time to celebrate the abundance of the arts and culture season

Vitaly appears at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Oct. 23.

Centre Point: It’s on with the shows

The Vernon Performing Arts Centre's Brian van Wensem is back to tell us what you’ll want to see in the weeks to come.