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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-09-16, Page 27THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1987. PAGE 27. National Tap Dance Company performs two shows The internationally acclaimed National Tap Dance Company of Canada will visit Blyth for two shows - "Fasincating Rhythms” Award winning movie gets showing premiere of the film “I’ve Heard ______ _ the Mermaids Singing” at the nounce the one-night only special VogueCinema, 189OntarioStreet, New trophies presented at Thresher Reunion A group of Stratford Festival employees are pleased to an- Continued from page 1 steamerjustinfrontof the prize winner. Two new trophies were also presented for the first time this year. The Jack Arthur trophy for the best-restored gas tractor, prior to 1931, went to Larry Partridge of Monk ton. and was presented by Mr. Arthur, a St. Agatha hobbiest serving his first term as a director to the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association. The second new trophy, for the best restored gas tractor, 1931- 1950, was presented by its donor, long-time HPTHA director John Ellacott of London, to Wayne McBride of Kippen. Other trophies and awards will be presented at the annual Asso­ ciation Banquet and Dance, com­ ing at the Blyth Memorial Hall on October 16. Mrs. Hallahan said that partici- ation in both the Old Tyme Fiddle Contest on Saturday and the Step-dancing competition on Sun­ day was excellent, and that all contestants showed outstanding talent. The list of prize winners in both competitions is still being compiled and will be listed in The Citizen next week. The show was officially opened on Saturday by Huron County Warden Brian McBurney, assisted by Blyth Reeve Albert Wasson, while former CKNX personality Johnny Brent acted as Master of Ceremonies for the Jamboree, D A Distributed try BUt'ftA VtSIA PlClURfS OtSTRtBlUION ©198/ loudislone Mures THURS., FRI.,SAT. 5P.M.-12A.M. Blyth Inn EAT IN OR TAKE OUT 523-9381 FAREWELLGATHERING For Lother & J ean Weber at Grey Central Public School in Ethel Sunday, Sept. 27th/2-4p.m B I G B.M. & G. Community Centre cBSeptember 19 IA9 to 1 P.M NN$15.00 / Couple or $8.00 / Person GDLunch included. Tickets available from Lions Club members Heldundertheauthorityof SpecialOccasion Permit for adults and a children’s matinee of “Oliver Button is a Sissy” — on Saturday, September 26, at Blyth Memorial Hall. fiddling and stepdancing. Ross Calder M.C.’d the Sunday events, and announced the parade entries from the main stage each day. With the show getting bigger and more successful each year, Mrs. Hallahan says that the committee members are finding themselves more hard pressed for time to accomplish everything, and says that the Association desper­ ately needs more help both on the executive and committee levels in order to keep it one of the best steam shows in the province. If you want to help out, give Marian a call at523-9330, or plan to attend the Association’s annual meeting, coming up at the Blyth Legion on November 21. Advertising helps good things happen. Dock & Doe for KIM CRAIG AND MARKHORNYAK September26 For inf ormation call 523-9318 Founded in 1976, The National Tap Dance Company is Canada’s first group dedicated to the art of tap dancing. It has built an impressive reputation touring con- Stratford, on Monday, September 21 at 9 p.m. This one time event is being presented by special arrangement with Patricia Rozema and Vos Productions Inc. Patricia Rozema is the writer, director and producer of Mermaids, which stars Stratford resident and Festival Company member Sheila McCarthy. “Mermaids” is one of the most successful Canadian films of re­ cent years, having been celebrated by being selected for the Director’s Fortnight at the 1987 Cannes Film Festival, and was the subsequent winner of the Prix de le Jeunesse at Cannes. Since that success “Mer­ maids” has been selected for Film Festivals in London and Berlin, and highlighted the Opening Gala at the 1987 Toronto Festival of Festivalson September 11. The film will then go on general release, opening in New York on Septemberllandin Toronto on September 18. & Doe for KENDRA FISCHERAND SCOTTCARDIFF Friday, September25 BMG Community Centre Dcccfc & Doe for JohnA.Greidanusand Julie Hummel Friday, September 18 Auburn stantly across Canada as well as to England, United States, and China. In 1986 the Company performed at Expo86 in Vancouver and in 1985 at the Quebec City Reagan/Mulroney summit. On Saturday evening (Sept. 26) at 8:00 p.m. the presentation will be Fascinating Rhythms featuring the music of Gershwin, Bach and Oscar Peterson. The programme includes choreography by Brian Macdonald and various styles of tap dance from classical to Fred Astaire. “Tap virtuosity” says the Toronto Star. On Saturday afternoon (Sept. 26) at2:00p.m., the company’s I PfiRK THEATRE fefr: COMIC GENIUS.: • STARTS FRI. STEVE MARTIN BAKU. HANNAH PARENTAL I * I GUIDANCE • J Its easily Steve Martin’s best picture * and (irmly establishes liim as an authentic comic genius? -George Kirgo.CBS-TV,THE MORNING PROGRAM “Stunningly beautiful... it’s a sun-dappled romantic comedy. iJsTCBUl® THEATRE ■ Phone 357-1630 for 24 hour movie information £ WINGHAM ft I STAKEOUT ft ft RICHARD DREYFUSS EMILIO ESTEVEZ s BRUSSELS LIONS CLUB presents THE MUSIC OF YOUR LIFE with the, tiatiu tonnM ol production of Oliver Button is a Sissy will be performed. Based on the popular book by Tomie de Paola, this delightful 50 minute fantasy is about a little boy_who doesn’t want toplay with the other kids but would rather tap dance. It has taped narration by the late Hermione Gingold. This is a first rate audience pleaser for kids 4 - 12. Tickets for Fascinating Rhythms are $10.50; for Oliver Button, $4.50. For reservations phone the Blyth Festival box office at 523- 9300 or 523-9225. A ten per cent discount is available for groups of 20 or more. SUN. - THURS. 7:30 TUES. ‘2.50 ! Playing from Friday to Thursday, September 18 to 24 Showtimes: Friday and Saturday at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Sunday to Thursday One show each evening at 8:00p.m. Only LONDESBORO LIONS CLUB (Dill Ctntntru breakfast LONDESBORO HALL Sunday, September 20 FROM 9 A.M. TO 1 P.M. Sausages,eggs,pancakes,bacon i & i & i i X