Prince Edward Island Fall Events & Festivals
Gotta Go Festival
Located in the heart of the cultural district of downtown Charlottetown. The Guild's Gotta Go Festival showcases locally produced comedy, music, theatre, dance and gallery exhibits with programming for all ages. Box office 620-3333. Runs until december 31st, 2009.
The Charlottetown Festival
The Charlottetown Festival features professional musical theatre, including Anne of Green Gables - The Musical and Disco Cirque, free outdoor performances, gallery exhibitions, dining and shopping. Named a top 100 Event in North America for 2008 by the American Bus Association. Visit the Centre's website for the 2009 playbill and to book online. Runs until September 26th.
www.confederationcentre.com
Anne & Gilbert, The Musical
Harbourfront Theatre
JUNE 23 - SEPTEMBER 19, 2009
Internationally celebrated musical about Anne of Green Gables in love. "Anne & Gilbert" is such a hit!" - Newsweek. "The Anne you need to see... Hands down the best!" - The Guardian.
www.AnneAndGilbert.com
Victoria Playhouse Festival
PEI's little theatre that "acts" big. Join us in celebrating 28 years of professional theatre, musical and storytelling concerts staged in an air-conditioned heritage theatre in beautiful Victoria-by-the-Sea. "A hidden gem" - New York Times. runs until September 20th.
www.victoriaplayhouse.com
Lucy Maud Montgomery Festival
NOVEMBER 30, 2009
An old-fashioned family festival to celebrate the life and works of Prince Edward Island's Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of "Anne of Green Gables".
http://www.lmmontgomeryfestival.com
Fall Flavours
Island Wide
Visitors seeking authentic culinary experiences from the traditional to the gourmet, Island culture, and the opportunity to experience food from the source will be drawn to Fall Flavours. Enjoy over 130 culinary events across Prince Edward Island in six days. Come and join us at our bountiful table. SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 4, 2009
PEI Jazz and Blues Festival
SEPTEMBER 24 - 27, 2009
PEI International Shellfish Festival
SEPTEMBER 18 - 20, 2009
Historic Charlottetown Waterfront. Atlantic Canada's biggest kitchen party. A celebration of PEI shellfish including oysters, lobsters, mussels and clams. Featuring great entertainment, the PEI/World Invitational Oyster Shucking Championships, the PEI/International Chowder Championships, culinary demos and much more.
Prince Edward Island Festival of the Arts
SEPTEMBER 10 - 14, 2009
Come gather with artists and their work. Beautiful visual exhibits, music and poetry. Learn the specialized techniques of experienced artisans as they share their craftmanship in their workshops.
Workshops available in the morning. Open to public 1-5 pm. $5 per person and additional costs for workshops.
www.redhighheelsproductions.com
Tuesdays With Morrie at the Victoria Playhouse
SEPTEMBER 4 - 20, 200
When journalist Mitch Albom reconnected with Morrie Schwartz, his mentor and college professor from 20 years ago, the older man had only months to live. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into a last class in the meaning of life.
Showtimes are at 8:00pm nightly.Sunday showtimes are at 2:00pm and 8:00pm.
Web: www.victoriaplayhouse.com
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