The Cowichan Performing Arts Centre starts December with some classic opera.

On Dec. 1 at 9:55 a.m. opera lovers have the chance to see an encore presentation of The MetB次元官网网址檚 La Traviata on the big screen in the theatre.

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The show also stars Kelli OB次元官网网址橦ara and Joyce DiDonato.

Tickets for each show are $35, with a discounted $32 ticket for seniors and a deeply discounted $5 tickets for students in grades 8-12.

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After that, itB次元官网网址檚 all holiday fare at CPAC for the month.

On Dec. 3 itB次元官网网址檚 the ever popular Royal City Youth Ballet in two performances of The Nutcracker at noon and 4 p.m.

The matinee performances are designed for families and tickets for a package for two adults and two children are $90, available by phone (250-746-2722) or in person only at the Ticket Centre in the Cowichan Community Centre lobby in Duncan.

Featuring TchaikovskyB次元官网网址檚 famous score, the ballet boasts a cast of more than 100 dancers under the direction of Camilia Fishwick-Kellog. It tells the story of a young girl who gets a nutcracker for Christmas, then falls asleep under the Christmas tree and dreams of a journey through a magical land.

Regular tickets are $36 for adults and $18 for children.

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On Dec. 6 Zachary Stevenson is back as Buddy Holly in BuddyB次元官网网址檚 Holly Jolly Christmas.

At 7:30 p.m. he will be joined by Ben Klein as Elvis and Cassandra Jean as Brenda Lee and the Legends All-Star Band.

The show promises to feature all your favourite hits plus plenty of seasonal tunes.

Tickets are $55.

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On Dec. 9 the Cowichan Symphony Society presents A Brooke White Christmas at 7:30 p.m.

Symphony conductor Sean OB次元官网网址橪aughlin and vocalist and American Idol finalist Brooke White team up for a program of seasonal classics and holiday hits.

She cites Karen Carpenter, Joni Mitchell and Kelly Clarkson as inspiration.

Tickets are $55 for adults and $10 for children.

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Winter Harp is a holiday staple at CPAC and they are back this year on Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. on the big stage.

B次元官网网址淕lorious music and song combine with festive stories to warm your heart and wrap you in the Christmas spirit,B次元官网网址� says a press release for the event.

The show features a feast for the senses as velvet gowns pair with golden instruments, candles and backdrops of cathedrals and snow.

The group play a plethora of instruments including classical and Celtic harps, flutes, and rare medieval instruments.

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Tickets are $38, with groups of 10 or more getting in for $34 each. Group pricing is only available by phone or in person at the Ticket Centre.

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Ushering in the middle of the month is the show Is This The Christmas on Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

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Wunderbread is a 10-piece ensemble of musicians and dancers from the mid-Island area, along with vocalist Jona Kristinsson.

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Wunderbread started as a group of six friends in 1996, and have expanded and kept going ever since.

Tickets are $50.

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Next up is a non-traditional offering titled CanadaB次元官网网址檚 Best Karate Christmas Concert on Dec. 17 at 3 p.m.

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Tickets are $25.

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Then itB次元官网网址檚 a Christmas classic like youB次元官网网址檝e never seen it with A Wonderheads Christmas Carol on Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.

This acclaimed show brings the traditional Charles Dickens story to life using giant masks and puppets.

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Show runners advise that there are some spooky moments with theatrical fog and flashing lights, and the show is recommended for ages seven years and up.

Tickets are $38 for adults, $18 for children and $95 for a family (two adults and two children). Family tickets are available by phone or in person only.

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Finishing off the festive fun is The Festive Brass: Holiday Horns! on Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

This is the west coast premiere of this holiday concert featuring the acclaimed Victoria brass ensemble.

ItB次元官网网址檚 more than an hour and a half of holiday favourites.

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Tickets are $38.

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A couple of quick notes: the scheduled performance of the play Ridge has been cancelled for Nov. 27, and donB次元官网网址檛 forget about Reel Alternatives screening of Hallelujah on Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. The documentary explores the life of legendary singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen. Tickets are $17.

Get tickets or more information for all shows at cowichanpac.ca, or the Ticket Centre by phone (250-746-2722) or in person in the Cowichan Community Centre lobby in Duncan.