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39 | Friday, January 22, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Rachelle Melnichuk Robert Laszcz Valerie King Ivan Radulovic Lisa Weeks Burl-Oak Theatre puts on stage psychological thriller Dead Guilty There's still time to catch Burl-Oak Theatre Group's second show of its season this weekend. The psychological thriller Dead Guilty, written by Richard Harris, officially opened Thursday at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts (OCPA), 130 Navy St. The show continues today (Friday) through to Saturday (Jan. 23) with evening performances at 8 p.m. and with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday (Jan. 24). The play tells the story of John Haddrell, who dies at the wheel of his car, while his passenger -- and lover -- Julia, is only injured. Odd things begin to happen after the accident. "A counsellor contends with Julia's emotional injuries, a besotted handyman helps around the house, and the overly solicitous widow invades Julia's life. What will this affair cost Julia?," stated a media release. The cast includes: Ivan Radulovic as Gary, Julia's handyman; Lisa Weeks (John's wife Margaret Haddrell); Rachelle Melnichuk (Julia Darrow); Robert Laszcz (coroner and assistant stage manager); and Valerie King (counsellor Anne Bennett). Tickets cost $20 for adults or $5 for high school students, and can be purchased by calling 905-8152021 or visiting the OCPA box office, 130 Navy St., Monday-Saturday, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., or www. oakvillecentre.ca. Burl-Oak Theatre Group is a notfor-profit organization, currently in its 39th season. It produces three, full-length plays each season for audiences from Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga and the surrounding area. For more information on this play or upcoming shows, visit www.facebook.com/ BurlOakTheatreGroup or www. botg.ca. Oakville Chamber accepting applications for Concerto Competition Open house for Great The Oakville Chamber Orchestra's (OCO) fourth annual Concerto Competition is now accepting applications. The competition honours excellence among emerging musicians in the community. Entrants can compete in two categories: Junior (for those aged 17 years or younger) and Senior (instrumentalists aged 21 years or younger; and vocalists aged 25 years or younger). Junior competitors must perform one movement of a concerto, while senior instrumentalists present an entire concerto and senior vocalists perform a suite of arias equivalent to 10 minutes of performance time -- all performances must be memorized. Applications accepted until April 1 The competition takes place between April and June, with applications being accepted until April 1. Each category has first-, second- and third-place winners, with an added opportunity for a fourth-place finish. First-place winners are awarded $500 and the chance to perform as a guest soloist with the OCO, while second- and third-place winners receive $300 and $200, respectively. There are four soloists selected from the second-, third- and fourth-place finishers to perform as a guest soloist with the OCO. In addition, there is an Oakville's Best award for the top Oakville-based musician, which comes with a $500 prize. Those interested in applying for the upcoming competition can do so by visiting www.oakvillechamber.org/youth/competition-overview. For more information about the competition, contact OCO general manager Rebecca Hall at 905-483-6787 or mail@ oakvillechamber.org. Big Theatre Company Great Big Theatre Company is hosting an open house Sunday (Jan. 24) to help residents find out more about its drama and arts programming. The registered federal charity offers programs throughout the Greater Toronto Area and southwestern Ontario, such as March Break and summer drama camps and theatre classes for youths aged four to 14 years. The open house will be held at St. John's United Church, 262 Randall St., from 2:30-3:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.gbtc.com or call 1-866-864-4282. In the Arts... Sunday Night feat. Romani Rota Sunday Night with Michael Williams presents From Hungary with Love featuring Romani Rota ­ gypsy folk music from Hungary, with dancing and singing, Sunday (Jan. 24), 7-9 p.m. Show is at Taste of Colombia El Salon Room, 67 Bronte Rd. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased in advance through 289-837-3021, tasteofcolombia.ca or info@tasteofcolombia.ca. Creative Connections Join Oakville Arts Council and Town of Oakville at Creative Connections free arts networking event Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 1 p.m. Artists and cultural workers from all disciplines invited. Includes one, five- to 10-minute artist talk. Registration is not required, but appreciated. Meeting at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre, 2302 Bridge Rd. Visit www.oakvillearts.com/events. Couples Wheel Night Crack Pot Studio presents Couples Wheel Night Fridays at 7 p.m. at its 295 Robinson St. studio. Develop basic understanding of clay and throwing on a potter's wheel. No experience necessary. Workshop on until Feb. 26. For more information or to register, contact info@ crackpotstudio.com or 905-338-1358. Cabaret Style Theatre Come Join the Fun ! 36th Annual Magnificent Fully Licensed MUSIC HALL Comedy, Music and even a few Tears (from laughing so hard!) For a Free Playlist or to Buy Tickets Call 905-637-3979 Drury Lane THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS INC. Variety Show 2269 New Street Burlington www.drurylane.ca 41 Years of Fun Filled Entertainment January, February, March 2016