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School District 60 Band Students Honoured

Bianca Richter (flute, Charlie Lake) and Nisab Neupane (trombone, Fort St. John) from Bert Bowes Middle School have been selected again for 2026 for MusicFest Canada’s Soho Sound Canadian Junior Honour Band.

While the full 2026 roster has not been posted yet, last year’s published 2025 roster shows how competitive this is: only 55 students were chosen nationally, with just 14 from British Columbia. In that 2025 national group, Bianca was one of 14 flutists selected across Canada, and Nisab was one of only 4 trombonists—and our program earned two of the 55 national spots from the Fort St. John–Charlie Lake area.

Taken together, this is an exceptional, repeat achievement for a northern BC middle school music program.

Congratulations, Bianca and Nisab!

THE NUTCRACKER

December 18, 19, 20, at 7:30 pm, December 21 at 6:30 pm with a matinee on December 21 at 2:00 pm.

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Nutcracker ballet, where a young girl is swept away by her mystical godfather into a mesmerizing realm where toys come alive in magnificent proportions. Witness the courageous Nutcracker spring to life, valiantly protecting her from the clutches of the menacing Mouse King. Together, they embark on a wondrous odyssey through the Snow Land, eventually arriving at the delightful Kingdom of Sweets, where the captivating Sugar Plum Fairy and a host of other dazzling dancers await their arrival.

Experience the timeless narrative of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s cherished tale, brought to life by a grand ensemble portraying over 100 characters, seamlessly transitioning through myriad costumes with every breathtaking performance. Delight in the awe-inspiring visuals of Northern Dance Theatre Society’s rendition of The Nutcracker, as they transport your entire family into a world of unparalleled magnificence and magic.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming presentation of this perennial holiday masterpiece, directed by the visionary choreographer Shauna Milne, brought to you by the collaborative efforts of the Northern Dance Theatre Society, Studio 2 Stage, and Stage North Theatre Society.

Excerpts from The Nutcracker

Saturday, December 20 at 2:00 pm

Looking for a delightful Nutcracker experience but struggling with packed schedules or short attention spans, especially with the little ones or the husbands? Look no further than “Papa Dan’s” rendition, a captivating storytelling spectacle that brings the timeless tale to life through some of the most beloved ballet performances.