Fall into the season and get ready for some exciting new shows and events! Enjoy plenty of performances at The Village Theater, as well as an engaging lineup of art workshops and an imaginative exhibit in the Gallery@VT all month-long.
To make your visit to the Village Theater an optimum experience, please view this short guest services video to learn about parking options and more!
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Travel the World at the Canton International Festival 2021!
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 Ticket Information
$5 at the door
Cash Only
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Canton International Festival 2021The Village Theater Main StageDate & Time: 11/13/2021 @ 2 PM
Celebrate the diversity of Canton and its surrounding communities through dance, music and vocal performances representing: China, India, Polynesia, Mexico, Korea, and the United States. Numerous cultural exhibits and vendors will be in our lobby. Enjoy our International Sweets Table, where desserts from metro area shops and bakeries will be available at nominal price. This event is sponsored by Canton Township and the all-volunteer Multicultural Committee of the Canton Commission for Culture, Arts, and Heritage. Bring the whole family and travel the globe through music, dance, and more!
Tickets are only available at the door 1 hour prior to the event.
Approximate run time: 3 hrs.
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NOVEMBER VILLAGE THEATER SCHEDULE
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Little Old Ladies in Tennis ShoesSpotlight Players
Date & Times:
11/4/21 @ 7:30 PM
11/5/21 @ 7:30 PM
11/6/21 @ 3:00 PM & 7:30 PM
11/7/21 @ 3:00 PMKate Corrigan has her life in order, or so she likes to think. In what she describes as "not lower middle age" but "upper youth," she has a lucrative job, a no-strings-attached man, and a new house in the suburbs. "Consider yourselves part of the clutter," she tells neighbors, Molly and her grandson Jeff when they pay Kate a call before she has even unpacked. Delightful clutter they soon become, overwhelming Kate with a roller-coaster friendship, pot-roast, and the problems of all elderly women on the block. As she meets these women, living in quirky isolation after outliving their husbands and their families' need for them, Kate realizes the life she's found looks a lot like the one she'd been running from. "Am I a little old lady in training?" Confronted with old fears and new choices, Kate finds her life opening up - wide enough, for the first time, to admit love. Audiences of all ages applaud their determination to "grow older, wiser, stronger in every way. But not old."
Rated G
Appropriate for all audiences members over 4 years of age.
Approximate run time: 2 hrs.
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The Ultimate McCartney ExperienceMusic Legends Live LLC
Date & Times
11/6/21 @ 7:30 PM
One of America's favorite tribute band to Sir Paul will perform the best of The Beatles and the epic hits of Wings! The Ultimate McCartney Experience pays tribute to Paul McCartney, Wings and The Beatles. The McCartney Project covers more than three decades of the most popular Beatles hits through the epic hits of Wings and more. This is a fun, high-energy show from the opening song through the closing encore. Plus, it is a family-friendly show for all ages. Leading The McCartney Project is Tony Burlingame, who has been paying tribute to Paul McCartney for years and bears an uncanny resemblance to Sir Paul. His voice, mannerisms and left-handed bass playing along with the very talented McCartney Project band delivers the ultimate McCartney experience.
Songs include: Eight Days A Week, Band on the Run, Come Together, Lady Madonna, Hey Jude, Yesterday, Rock Show, Coming Up, Let Em In, Live and Let Die, Ob-la-di Ob-la-da, Back in the USSR, Jet, Bluebird, Get Back and many more! (Note: set list may vary by show)
Rated G
Post-show Meet and Greet is also included with ticket, immediately following the performance. Approximate run time: 2 hrs.
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Joseph Veloz Presents Joseph and the Velozians
Date & Times 11/7/21 @ 7 PM Joseph And The Velozians will take the listener on a musical journey from “Muddy Waters” to “Gnarls Barkley”. This musical adventure covers the career of bassist Joseph Veloz. With over three decades of touring and recording experience, Joseph has developed his own brand of Blues, Funk, R&B, Roots and Rock into a uniquely original fusion of music. Together with irresistible organic grooves, breathtaking vocal and instrumental performances featuring Greg Nagy on vocals, special guests Thornetta Davis and Shawn Kellerman, Joseph and the Velozians is an experience that is out of this world! Meet and Greet will immediately follow the show in the lobby of The Village Theater. Rated PG for mild adult subject matter. For more information on this performance or additional shows presented by Joseph Veloz, please call 734/377-8943; 734/752-1453; or email: jmveloz@icloud.com
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Salute To ServiceCanton Township Date & Times11/11/21 Reception @ 6 PM Program @ 7 PM On Veteran's Day, Canton will honor area servicemen and servicewomen who have served or who are currently serving in the Armed Forces at our annual Salute To Service event. Doors open for this free event at 6 p.m. for a reception, with the stage presentation scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. including two speakers, Mr. Herb Scott from the Fallen and Wounded Solider Fund and Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Keenan Lumpkin from the VA Ann Arbor Health Care System, along with a musical performance by the Canton Concert Band. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Veterans Administration Healthcare System. Please visit www.cantonvillagetheater.org for a list of requested items.
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Steel Magnolias by Robert HardingBetter Than Ever Productions Date & Times11/11/21 @ 7 PM 11/12/21 @ 7 PM 11/13/21 @ 7 PM 11/14/21 @ 2 PM All the action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser, ("I’m not crazy, I’ve just been in a bad mood for forty years"); an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M’Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town), is about to marry a “good ole boy.” The very first performance of this play met with immediate critical and popular acceptance in its premier production by New York’s WPA Theatre. Concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor, the play is alternately hilarious and touching—and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters. Rated PGFor information on this show or other Better Than Ever Productions, please call 734/306-7883 or email betterthaneverproductions@gmail.com.
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Watercolors & Textures Art WorkshopThe Village Theater
Date & Time11/16/21 @ 6:00 PM
Join us for a unique art workshop led by Ilham Mahfouz, a Syrian-American artist, living and working in Michigan. Ilham has won several awards, has held many solo art exhibitions, and participated in more than 100 group art shows nationally and internationally. Enjoy a short guided tour of November's exhibition on Mahfouz's works, led by Ilham Mahfouz herself and then get creative! During this workshop, experiment with different textures and techniques, and create your own abstract painting! Come learn different effects by using geometry, alcohol, salt, and crayon wax. This workshop will be a fun and relaxing experience for everyone!
No experience is necessary. This class is appropriate for ages 18 and over. All supplies/materials will be provided. Limited capacity.
Approximate run time: 2 hrs.
Please email elli.fassois@canton-mi.org for more info on this workshop or any of the Art Workshops offered at The Village Theater.
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Les MisérablesEvalino ProductionsDate & Times11/24/21 @ 7:30 PM11/26/21 @ 7:30 PM11/27/21 @ 7:30 PM11/28/21 @ 3:00 PM
Les Misérables is the world's longest running musical - a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo's novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. The muti-award-winning Les Misérables is as groundbreaking today as it was when it first premiered in London in 1985. In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean's adopted daughter.
Rated PG
Approximate run time: 2hrs. and 40 mins.
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Elf The MusicalSpotlight PlayersDate & Times12/2/21 @ 7:30 PM12/3/21 @ 7:30 PM12/4/21 @ 3:00 PM & 7:30 PM12/5/21 @ 3:00 PM
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Rated G
Appropriate for all audience members over 4 years of age.
Approximate run time: 2 hrs. and 30 mins.
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Christmas with the CeltsScottish Castle ProductionsDate & Times12/8/21 @ 7 PM"Christmas with the Celts" isn’t just a concert; it is a celebration of the holiday spirit, people, community and common connections. With a lineup featuring world-class musicians and the always crowd-pleasing Irish step dancers, this one-of-a-kind performance is sure to bring audiences both young and old together to celebrate this special time of year!
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Rock n' Roll SantaSpotlight on YouthDate & Times12/9/21 @ 7 PM12/10/21 @ 7 PM12/11/21 @ 2 PM & 7 PM12/12/21 @ 3 PMIt is the late 1950s in Santa’s workshop and like most teenagers of this era, the reindeer are all about Rock and Roll! When the North Pole finds itself in debt – it’s Blitzen’s fault – the reindeer organize a Rock Band but need a famous lead singer – guess who takes the job?
Rated G
Approximate run time 1 hr. and 30 mins.
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PATRON TIPS
Tickets can be purchased anytime from our website www.cantonvillagetheater.org at no extra charge. Tickets can also be ordered over the phone, 734/394-5300 x3, with a Visa or MasterCard, or you are welcome to leave a message and our staff will return your call. If tickets are available, they can also be purchased 1 hour prior to program time. Our current ticketing system is completely electronic; confirmations and seating will be sent directly to your email and/or mobile phone. No physical ticket is required for seating. Check-In with the ushers at seating time using your electronic confirmation and name.
GALLERY HOURS AND FACILITY TOUR: Please visit our monthly art exhibits or take a tour in person during our NEW gallery hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday (except national holidays) between 10am-12pm and Wednesday evenings from 6pm-8pm. Gallery is also open during public performances.
BUILDING TEMPERATURE: The temperature in the auditorium is set to be between 68 and 72 degrees. Patrons who find these temperatures chilly are encouraged to dress accordingly or bring a wrap/jacket. |
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THE GALLERY@VT:November 2021 the Gallery @VT presents:
“Inception”
Featured Artist: Ilham Badreddine Mahfouz
Exhibition Dates: November 2 – 29, 2021
Opening Reception: November 9, from 7 - 9 PM
Gallery Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 10 AM - 12 PM & Wednesday 6 PM - 8 PM; during public performances; or by special appointment. Arrange by email at elli.fassois@canton-mi.org
Artist’s Statement
A color is a reflection of life; happy colors, sad colors, etc., which state emotions and feelings reflecting human conditions such as war, peace, tragedy, hope, success, spirituality, harmony, love, hate, anger - a journey of life in composition, colors, and brush strokes. I explored and charted on a space that conveys my subliminal human emotions which then transcends towards the viewer to interpret his or her own views through subconscious dialogue in colors.
Artist’s Bio
Ilham Badreddine Mahfouz is a Syrian-American artist residing in Michigan. She received her education from Eastern Michigan University obtaining her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Ceramics with a minor in Art History. Mahfouz has received several awards in her career for her work and has had pieces displayed in exhibits and shows all across the globe. Awards she has received include: the Legacy Award for teaching art for over 20 years at the Pontiac Art Center; the Davinci Award from Italy; a Certificate of Appreciation from the Fantapia Museum in the Korea Republic; and many more for her works. Mahfouz has had 13 solo art exhibits in the United States and participated in over 145 group art exhibits both nationally and internationally. Many of her pieces have been displayed in accredited museums, such as: the Fantapia Museum in the Korea Republic; Amnesty International Art Museum in Denmark; Museum of New Art in Armada, Michigan; and the Arab American Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
Ilham Badreddine Mahfouz is also the published author of her first book, Whispers from the East, which incorporates her explosively colorful and energetic artwork that captures the essence of her life experiences and greater outlook on life.
Website: www.artistilham.com
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 "Joy of Life"
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 "Peace"
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 "Hama Vallies"
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 "Fiesta"
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Click here to learn more about Canton's Village Theater's Current Gallery Exhibit, which is free and open to the public.
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CANTON COMMUNITY EVENTS:Area residents are invited to participate in these festive and fun community events that are scheduled to take place throughout Canton: Turkey Trot 5K
Thursday, November 25 at 8 AM
Summit on the Park ($)Drop-off letters from November 9 - 30
Canton Administration Building (FREE)
For additional information, please visit www.cantonfun.org or call 734/394-5460. |
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Important Facility Face Mask Information:Participant restrictions/guidelines for mask-wearing, capacity limits, and social distancing protocols for all programs, classes, and events are subject to change based on CDC, and MDHHS guidelines, as well as local COVID-19 conditions. At press time, face masks are strongly recommended for all visitors entering The Village Theater, regardless of vaccination status. If you are not vaccinated, face masks are still mandatory. Please visit www.cantonfun.org for the most up-to-date information on all programs. |
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