SCREENING OF BILLY BISHOP GOES TO WAR
This stageplay-turned-movie shows us the joys and sorrows of WWI flying ace Billy Bishop. Since first hitting the stage in 1978, Billy Bishop Goes to War has become known as one of Canada’s most widely produced plays. This updated version reflects history and emotion through the eyes of an older Billy Bishop, played by Canadian actor Eric Peterson. Nov. 25, 7 p.m. Nov. 26, 1:30 p.m and 7 p.m. $8, seniors and students $7, members $6. Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Pl. Full schedule at www.warmuseum.ca. Tickets available at box office or by phone: 819-776-8600.
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THE MAIDEN DANCED TO DEATH
Film lovers won’t want to miss an award-winning movie featuring scenes filmed right here in Ottawa. In addition to the Glebe, this drama was filmed in Montreal, Slovenia, and Hungary, making it a true international collaboration. The story tells of two brothers in a Communist country, divided by politics but brought together by a shared passion for dance. Selected for the 2011 Montreal Film Festival, the movie was produced by Ottawa’s own Michael Dobbin, who will be at the screening. Nov. 26. 7 p.m. Library and Archives, 395 Wellington Rd. $12, members $8, five film passport for CFI members $35. For more information see www.cfi-icf.ca
