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Friday, Nov.16 ON STAGE What: Cinderella Where : 7:30 p.m., MY Place Theatre British-farce pantomime, local personalities included. If the shoe fits, well, you know what to do.

Friday, Nov.16

ON STAGE

What:

Cinderella

Where

: 7:30 p.m., MY Place Theatre

British-farce pantomime, local personalities included. If the shoe fits, well, you know what to do.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot Pub

The only place in town to enjoy adult beverages and adult entertainment.

Who:

Suzanne Wilson

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

Coffee house folk and pop ballads from Suzanne Wilson on guitar.

Who:

The Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

Smooth jazzy sounds from Cameron and guests, as well as a glass of wine from the finest selections in town.

Who:

Bob Funk

Where:

Cinnamon Bear

What

: Fundraiser for Delta Whistler Resort Hockey Team

Catch the Cinnamon Bear’s house band, Bob Funk, with their jazz rock. Proceeds to the team. For tickets ring the Bear.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who:

DJ Miguel Sanchez

Where

: Garfinkel’s

DJ Sanchez spins his turntables for local listeners.

Who:

Scott Arkwell

What:

Waxed

Where

: Savage Beagle

Whistler’s finest beats provided by resident DJ Milton and guest Scott Arkwell.

Who:

dj brokenarrow

What:

Double Ought Buck

Where:

Maxx Fish

Dance to the classic yet nouveau sounds as dj brokenarrow cranks out all your favourites.

Who:

DJ Diamond Doug

Where

: Buffalo Bill's

They call him the Diamond Doug — David Bowie.

Who:

DJ Chris Viner

What:

Freaky Fridays

Where

: Tommy Africa's

Viner keeps you grooving all night long.

PUBS & PATIOS

Where:

Citta’

Located in the centre of the action, it’s the top spot for people watching. Stay warm under the patio heaters or relax upstairs in the pool room.

Where

: BBK’s Pub

It’s a locals’ favourite for unwinding after a hard day. This cozy pub in the Upper Village has a fine selection of B.C. wines and micro-brewed beer as well as an outstanding menu. Settle in on their couches for a game of cards or gab with their colourful bartenders. "We Be Smoke-free!"

Where:

Tapley’s Neighbourhood Pub

Casual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a not-too-loud sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best air in the world.

Where

: Black’s Pub

Located at the base of the village gondolas, with awesome views of both mountains. Enjoy their telescope to bear watch or star gaze. Fabulous food, 99 brands of beer, 40 scotches.

Where:

The Brew House

For a big place, it sure has a cozy atmosphere. Great bar food and drinks, as well as a big screen TV – all the comforts of home minus the remote control. The bar staff also pump out classic rock and top 40 from the sound system.

Where:

Amsterdam Café

This little spot in the village has it all – music, food and drinks – day and night. Great place to watch or interact with the local colour.

Where:

Hoz’s Pub

Down to earth pub but still in that Whistler style. Just a hop, skip and a jump from that brisk walk on the Valley Trail in Whistler Creekside.

Saturday, Nov.17

LIVE & LOVING IT

Who:

Garaj Mahal

Where

: The Boot

Upstream Entertainment presents Garaj Mahal – pan-Asian and garage influences with the Chicago-San Francisco area foursome. See story.

Who:

Suzanne Wilson

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

What:

Cinderella

When

: 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Where

: MY Place Theatre

See Friday’s listings.

Who:

DJ Stoli

Where

: Garfinkel's

DJ Stoli, as the local fave, knows how to keep the locals swinging or grooving into the post-midnight hours with the right mix of classic rock, Top 40 and alternative tunes.

Who:

Cameron Chu Jazz Trio.

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday's listings.

CLUBS and DJs

Who:

DJ Derek

Where

: Savage Beagle

DJ Derek mixes it up, everything from hip hop to house – not to be disappointed come and hear for yourself.

Who:

DJ Keph

What:

Super Funk

Where

: Maxx Fish

Tracks from DJ Keph’s mixed bag of funky treats.

Who:

DJ Chris Viner

Where

: Tommy Africa's

Chris entertains us with a mix of retro, funk, and house that will keep you entertained all night.

Who:

DJ Peace Frog

Where

: Buffalo Bill's

You think it’s off season? Think again! Get your seat for the ride with Peace Frog and company.

What:

World Heavyweight Championship

Where

: The Shack

Watch the heavyweights duke it out while you get to relax with a pint, bar-side or booth.

Sunday, Nov.18

ON THE MIC

What:

The Magic Flute opera

Where

: MY Place Theatre, 2 p.m.

Mozart’s genius comes alive with this tale of the quest for love and dragons. The Alta Lake School presents this performance by the Vancouver Opera Society Touring Ensemble.

Who:

The Pharcyde and The Souls of Mischief

Where

: Garfinkel's

Fresh from their Cali Comm Tour circuit and the Commodore last night to play for you.

Who:

Whole Damn County

Where

: The Shack

Live music featuring the opening act, Pete, at 7:45 p.m.

Who:

Siobhan Duvall with Limit

Where

: The Boot

Stephen Chartrand and Dom Koric play for Limit after Duvall’s opening.

CLUBS and DJs

Who:

DJ Czech

Where

: Tommy Africa's

Futuristic Funk Records presents DJ Czech spinning live.

Who:

Matt the Alien with guests

Where

: Maxx Fish

Live hip hop every Sunday, featuring the fresh and unique sounds of Isosceles this week.

Who:

DJ Derek

Where

: Savage Beagle

Top 40 hip hop and R&B from DJ Derek.

Monday, Nov. 19

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Who:

Luther Wright & the Wrongs

Where

: The Boot

Pink Floyd covers set to bluegrass twang – The Wall with hay bales. See article.

What:

Open Mic Night

Where

: Moe Joe's

Roomies caught you singing in the shower-again? Here's your chance to take the spotlight. Bring your instruments to Moe Joe's and jam with musicians from around the valley.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who:

Scott Arquell returns as DJ Vinyl Ritchie

What:

Electra Funk

Where

: Maxx Fish

Scott Arquell voted "Best Local DJ" by the Georgia Straight, returns for the season to Maxx Fish with big, sexy funk.

What:

Magnum Opus Monday

Where

: Tommy Africa's

It's your weekly fix of Duran Duran and Donna Summer. Eight years running for this retro party.

What:

Drive

Where

: Savage Beagle

DJ’s Lenni, Toddski, and Milton throwing down a mix of breakbeat and house.

What:

8-Ball Tournie with DJ Peace Frog

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

See Saturday’s listings.

Tuesday, Nov.20

IN THE FLESH

What:

Open Mic

Where

: Amsterdam Pub Cafe

Open Mic with your host Randy of Whistler Music. Play live with the best local musicians on the open stage.

What:

Cinema Tuesdays

What:

Leroc Dance lessons at 7 p.m.

Where

: Maxx Fish

Start your evening by learning a new step with Grant; no partner needed. Then stay for some Little T.

Who:

DJ Little T and Ghetto Boy

Where

: Maxx Fish

Experience the downtempo funk of Ghetto Boy and then groove to the house works of Little T.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

This duo is always a pleaser with Celtic tunes and contemporary songs by the warmth of an old Irish-style pub, with wraparound bar and pints of Guinness.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where:

The Boot

See Friday's listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who:

DJ Seanski

Where

: Savage Beagle

The longest running hip hop night in Whistler. Come and see what’s up…. word!

Who:

Jungle Souldier and Jelo

Where

: Tommy Africa's

An exclusive all breakbeat set, Toronto style. Two DJs live at Tommy’s.

What:

Disco Night

Where

: Moe Joe's

Fingers pointed in the air at a diagonal – there's cash to be won for your polyester flares. Blondie and the Bee Gees await you on this boogie floor.

What:

Twain’s Twin

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under? Classic covers from Shania Twain’s twin tribute singer. It’ll impress you much.

Wednesday, Nov. 21

ALIVE AND KICKING

Who:

The Furios

What:

Ski Bums Film Premiere after party

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Mingle with the Whistler film glitterati – people who glitter on snow.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Tuesday’s listings.

What:

Open Mic Night

Where

: Second Cup

This coffee house opens its floor to local musicians. Whistler Music supplies the mics and amps. Bring your instruments and expect good vibes.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who:

Matt the Alien and Kilo Cee

Where

: Maxx Fish

Spare grooves at Whistler’s premiere hip hop evening with Matt the Alien and Kilo Cee.

What:

Wiggle

Where

: Savage Beagle

Open tables 9-11p.m., followed by DJ Milton playing underground house and techno.

Who:

DJ Peace Frog

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

See Saturday’s listings.

Thursday, Nov. 22

LIVE AND LOVING IT

Who:

Downtown Jay Brown and the White Guy

Where

: The Shack

These boys will be playing every Thursday through the season

What:

Local jam night

Where

: The Boot

It's open mic night. Come jam with musicians from all over the valley. Come on, you know you want to.

Who:

Michael Sicoly

Where

: Mallard Lounge

Sip a cocktail and enjoy adult contemporary tunes; a mix of guitar and piano favourites.

Who:

The Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday's listings.

Who:

Leanne and Kyla

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

Local lasses with a Celtic influence to their music.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who:

DJ Stoli

What:

Locals' Night

Where

: Garfinkel's

Still the best locals' night 10 years and running. Come out for great locals' drink specials. DJ Stoli spins with guest DJ Erin.

Who:

Milton and Science

What:

Waxed

Where

: Savage Beagle

DJ Milton and guest DJ Science with a mix of hip hop and deep house.

What:

Ladies' Night

Where

: Moe Joe's

Smells good, looks good, and all for the women... it's all good!

Who:

DJ R3 and HP Saucy

Where

: Amsterdam Pub Cafe

Warm up at the pub and then kick it off downstairs at the Fish.