A look at Windsor-Essex entertainment from Nov. 24 – Nov. 27.
Queen Milli of Galt – University Players
University Players presents Queen Milli of Galt, running from Nov. 25 until Dec. 4th. Director Marc Bondy expects the audience to get wrapped up in the romantic tale based on a true story. After the 1972 death of the Duke of Windsor (Edward VIII), an 80-year-old woman from Galt, Ont., had her tombstone engraved—naming herself as his wife.The play begins when the handsome Prince visits Galt, in the autumn of 1919, and meets a feisty and irresistible young Milli. He says countless hours went into the intricate sets. Creator Gary Kirkham will be at the performances this weekend.
Fri – Sat 8 pm, Sat & Sun 2 pm; $13 – $22/Adult, $8/University of Windsor Student, $5/Youth
519.253.3000 x2808, www.UniversityPlayers.com
Essex Hall Theatre – 401 Sunset Ave, Windsor
Kacey Musgraves
Kacey Musgraves is bringing some holiday sparkle for an all ages show on Saturday. Nashville-based singer-songwriter, will be playing hits from her debut album, “Same Trailer Different Park” at Caesars Windsor. Her hits include “Merry Go Round” and “Follow Your Arrow”. There are still a few tickets available.
Union Duke
A favourite from the Kingsville Folk Festival is returning to Essex County. Union Duke is performing at the Bank Theatre in Leamington on Saturday. The Toronto folk quintet, known for soaring harmonies , bridges soulful indie rock with bluegrass and country. Tickets are $20 and are available online or at the box office.
Peter Wiebe leads the young musicians of the WSYO in a concert that features a performance by the winners of the WSO Guild Concerto Competition on Sunday.
7:00 pm,$12/advance, $15/at the door, student discounts available
519.973.1238 ex. 2, www.windsorsymphony.com
The Capitol Theatre – 121 University Ave. W., Windsor
Enjoy the Windsor Symphony Orchestra and musician-led chamber music at its best! Experience a pair of works composed by life-long friends, Beethoven and Reicha.
2:30 pm, $39/Adult, $32/Senior, $19/Student
519.973.1238, windsorsymphony.com
Heritage Auditorium (formerly Assumption University Chapel) University of Windsor – 400 Huron Church Rd., Windsor
Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade
Saturday November 26, 2016
Jolly tradition with fabulous floats, marching bands, and a spectacle of fun in downtown Amherstburg! Visit the big guy Santa afterwards at the Gingerbread Warming House at Toddy Jones Park.
6 pm, Free
519.254.2880, www.santaparade.org
Start location – Sandwich St. N. at William St, Amherstburg
Christmas in Tecumseh & Santa Parade
Friday November 25, 2016
The parade starts at the corner of Lacasse Blvd and Clapp and finish at Town Hall. Following the Parade, Santa & Mrs. Claus will greet families in the Town Hall building.
6 pm – 9 pm
519.735.4756, www.tecumseh.ca
Tecumseh Town Hall – 917 Lesperance Rd., Windsor
Beauty and the Beast
Windsor Light Music Theatre is performing Disney’s Beauty and the Beast over the next two weekends. Assistant director Michael Roy says the show will follow the story line of the Disney film. He says it has taken months of preparations and they are excited for the first show on Friday. Roy says there’s something to entertain all ages, including soaring sets to lavish costumes.
Shows are November 25, 26, 27 2016 with evening shows at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Matinees at 2:00 p.m. If you don't have tickets already, you are out of luck - the shows are sold out!
