Celso Machado Presents Two Workshops in Gibsons, B.C. at Showcase of Performing Arts July 22

[Celso Machado]

Celso Machado (b. 1953) is an Afro-Brazilian composer and guitarist who is profiled at AfriClassical.com and who has a website of his own, http://www.CelsoMachado.com

Coast Reporter

Comedy showcased at SOPA

Festival preview

July 8, 2011

Jan DeGrass/Arts and Entertainment Writer

“Comedy is always a big part of the Showcase of Performing Arts (SOPA), the annual fundraising fest of music, theatre and film at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons.”

“Three workshops are offered this year: a vocal connection workshop with Beaumont on July 17 and two workshops with Celso Machado, jazz musician, both on July 22. To register for the workshops call 604-886-8998 or e-mail housemanager@heritageplayhouse.com.

“Tickets for all SOPA events (at varying prices) can be found at Gaia’s Fair Trade, Laedeli in Sunnycrest Mall, and Sechelt Visitor Centre. See http://www.heritageplayhouse.com for more.”