As the days grow shorter and we get closer to Christmas the events start to slow down, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t going to be awesome. Coming up this week are a few things you should definitely check out.
Experience the magic of the Nutcracker at the Capital Theatre! Join the excitement when Clara’s favorite toy, the Nutcracker, magically comes to life. The Nutcracker and his resilient soldiers battle a cluster of sneaky mice, lead by the evil Mouse King before he wisks Clara away to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. From Thursday, December 10, 2009 – Saturday, December 12, 2009, 7:30 pm, 2:30 pm.
Art on Art: local artists collaborating with Yellowknife Glass Recyclers Co-op Ltd. All are invited to come see unique designs by local artists, etched onto recycled glass vessels (made from 100% recycled glass, rescued from the waste stream). Great eco-friendly gifts that support Yellowknife’s art community! Friday December 11, 7pm-11pm at Northern Images.
Christmas Lights Competition: the City of Yellowknife will be going around Judging the light competition. Residents and Businesses of Yellowknife were challenged to to decorate for the Holiday season. I would encourage you, although it is colder now, to take a drive or walk around Yellowknife and see all the lights and decoration. Judging takes place today ( Dec 8 ) and Thursday December 9.
The Nutcracker put on by Bella Dance Academy: Local dancers of all ages bring this timeless classic to life on stage at the Northern Arts and Cultural Centre. Join the excitement when Clara’s favorite toy, the Nutcracker, magically comes to life. The Nutcracker and his resilient soldiers battle a cluster of sneaky mice led by the evil Mouse King before he whisks Clara away to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. Fun for the whole family! The show is on December 10, 11, 12, 7:30pm each night and 2:30pm on Saturday. To buy tickets follow this link.
Where is Santa: Santa is still in town and he wants to see you. The big jolly fellow will be in 3 different places over the next couple days. He will be at the Centre Square Mall Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until Christmas from 7pm-9pm. Then on this Saturday (Dec 12) he will split his day between Walmart, 11am -5pm and Trails End Harley Davidson posing with some bikes.
Tumit: Akpik Theatre presents “Tumit”, a new northern one-act play written and performed by Reneltta Arluk under the direction of Kate Weiss. The play explores the importance of coming to terms with the past in order to open the door to the future. Set in an apartment, Sarah is preparing to move and as she packs memories are stirred that reach into her childhood, adolescence and young adulthood. She re-visits her greatest joys and faces her greatest pains. The past, the present and the future come together in this premiere event that reflects upon all of our journeys. December 9, 10, 11, 12 starting at 8pm in the NACC 2nd space beside the Public Library on the Centre Square Mall.
Trail’s End actually has Biker Claus on Saturday, not Santa Claus. That’s way cooler.