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2010 News and Information
Talent From Canada’s North Shines at the Richmond O Zone
22 February 2010Richmond pays tribute to Canada’s roots tomorrow with an agenda full to the brim with talented Aboriginal artists and artisans. Music, art and an eclectic mix of performances hailing from Canada’s North will be sure to captivate and educate Richmond O Zone visitors.
On the main stage from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m., things kick off with the New Native Music Review, an all-star collaboration of Aboriginal artists working in country, hip hop, pow wow, blues, folk and cello. Following that, it’s 2000 Canadian Aboriginal Music Award Best Male Artist (and Best Rock Album) winner George Leach, who performs his original compositions with his own distinctive and unpredictable style. To wrap up the evening, Donny Parenteau, with over 45 music nominations and five different instruments to his credit, will take the stage at 10:15 p.m.
Throughout the day, visitors can discover the North through experiencing From Darkness to Light, a blend of performances from the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut that showcases both traditional and contemporary art forms. Also, starting tomorrow through February 28 some of the best exports from Canada’s North will be available at the Visions of the North Artisans Market, presented by the Pan Northern First Nations Council and the Yukon Arts Centre.
The Richmond O Zone runs from February 12 to 28 and is open from 3 to 11 p.m. Monday to Friday and noon to 11 p.m. on weekends. Entrance is free and is open to all ages. Richmond prides itself on diversity, and the O Zone is proud to celebrate with diverse Canadian entertainment. For more information, please visit www.richmondozone.ca.
