MARCH NEWSLETTER — What’s On in March
Spring arrives at ArtSpring with a fresh line-up of contemporary ballet, chamber music, virtuosic piano, classical guitar, opera, and a host of vibrant community and visiting presentations.
As for this month’s performances, on March 2, Ballet Edmonton visits ArtSpring for the first time with its much-anticipated Sunday afternoon performance. Comprised of three original modern ballet creations, this poetic and energetic production involves the entire company of dancers and the first tour for new artistic director Kirsten Wicklund from Vancouver.
For the first time since 2018, the Penderecki String Quartet (PSQ) returns to ArtSpring on March 13 for a powerhouse performance. Salt Spring’s own Peter Hatch has written a world-premiere piece for the quartet, and Peter and the group will also be heading over to the composition class at GISS for some much-anticipated mentorship.
On March 16, ArtSpring welcomes the Montréal Guitar Trio, one of the finest ensembles in the country. In this special performance, the guitarists are presenting a tribute concert in memory of the legendary film composer Ennio Morricone then on March 30, a Sunday matinee to enjoy — concert pianist Janina Fialkowska, who has enchanted audiences and critics around the world.
March also sees community programming such as Bach on the Rock, the Salt Spring Painters Guild Workshop Lobby Show, and Vetta is back with its fourth out of five daytime concerts. In partnership with ArtSpring, StageCoach is offering two camps over spring break – Musical Theatre with Sue Newman and Acting for Film and TV with John-David Hutchison. And, watch out – visiting tribute band RELICS deliver a Pink Floyd experience for the ages.
ON AN ADDED NOTE: Recently a patron with a hearing impairment reached out to share a difficult experience they had at an ArtSpring performance. It was not a matter of our speakers or sound system, as was suggested, but rather the patron did not know — as many may not — we have five hearing-enhancement sets that can be requested at the Box Office or from the Duty Manager. If you need a unit set aside, request one in advance when you purchase or pick up tickets or ask upon arrival if any are available. Feedback is always welcome to help us ensure everyone has the best experience possible.
See you at ArtSpring!
Howard R. Jang
Executive & Artistic Director
ArtSpring
