EVENT LISTINGS SERVICE 2008
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March
Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival
March 30th - May 10th
Assorted venues
Applaud the future!!! 5,000 of Victoria's best young performing musicians, singers, dancers and actors perform daily throughout the festival at venues all around Victoria. The program highlights include eight honours concerts in music theatre, strings, piano, vocal, dance and choral as well as the Roberto and Mary Wood Scholarship concerts.
Contact: (250) 385-9223
www.gvpaf.org
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April
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Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival
March 30th - May 10th
Assorted venues
Applaud the future!!! 5,000 of Victoria's best young performing musicians, singers, dancers and actors perform daily throughout the festival at venues all around Victoria. The program highlights include eight honours concerts in music theatre, strings, piano, vocal, dance and choral as well as the Roberto and Mary Wood Scholarship concerts.
Contact:
(250) 385-9223
www.gvpaf.org
Sooke Harbour House Gallery
Feature Artist for April DAVID HUNWICK
April 1st - 30th
You are invited to attend the Opening Reception on Sunday, April 6th, from 1-4pm
featuring an artist demonstration and complimentary refreshments. Admission is free. The gallery is open 7 days a week.
David Hunwick's multimedia exhibition will feature cold-cast bronze sculpture and a selection of his drawings and paintings. Originally from England, David now works and teaches in Victoria. His piece "Last Dance" (featured on the poster below) recently received the honour of "Best 3D Award" at the Sidney Fine Art Show. More information is available on the Sooke Harbour House web site, at www.artgallery.sookeharbourhouse.com. Click on "Feature Artist".
Questions? Please contact Jessica at (250) 642-3421, extension 305 or at gallery@sookeharbourhouse.com
Ladmore, Peregal and Wynne-Jones
Moka House at Shoal Point
April 1st - 30th
Art show with paintings by David Ladmore, Laurie Ladmore, Paul Peregal and Bryony Wynne-Jones.
www.davidladmore.com
www.laurieladmore.com
www.paulperegal.com
http://www.treelinestudio.com/artist_bryony_wyyne_jones.asp
The Pillowman
by Martin McDonagh
Continues at Theatre Inconnu
Held over until April 5th !
Don't miss out! There are still seats available for all performances.
"Dark, funny and thought-provoking... the cast does a standup job... excellent performances all around... laughs so dark and dry they'll make your nose bleed... A night of fantastic performances... don't miss it."
Monday Magazine
"There are no weak links in this production . Those who enjoy tough, smart theatre... will find this production thought-provoking and funny. It will rank as one of the standouts of the season."
Times Colonist
"Quiet, reflective, dramatic, explosive... strong performances... a dream cast... definitely worth seeing... challenging, engaging."
CBC Radio
This play, by contemporary Irish playwright McDonagh, and directed by Graham McDonald, is currently taking Victoria by storm. Filled with humour and unexpected plot twists, the play reminds us of mankind's capacity to re-assign responsibility; as two totalitarian police officers try to unravel a series of disturbing murders.
Warning: Graphic language and violence
*Performances Wednesday through Saturday nights at 8 pm until April 5th
*No show on Friday Mar 28th
*Saturday matinee performances: Mar 22nd, Mar 29th, and April 5th at 2 pm
Ticket prices: $10 (students, seniors, unwaged) & $12 (regular)
Location: 1923 Fernwood Rd. (across from the Belfry Theatre)
Theatre Inconnu is wheelchair accessible.
Information and reservations: (250) 360-0234
Email: tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
CLAYWORKS POTTERY SHOW AND SALE
Friday, April 18th, 5-7pm opening reception
Saturday, April 19th, 10am-4pm
At Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney, BC.
Featuring work by:
Nora Lewin
Sandra Dolph
Meira Matheson
Lorraine Kupfer
Ester Galac
Debbie Elkins
Betty Burroughs
Andre Gogol
Jovic Pottery
Alwyn Obrien
Gary Cherneff
Judy Weeden
Hiro Yoshihara
Please contact aagogol@shaw.ca for further information.
Gareth Owen Flamemco Guitar
Saturday, April 19th, 2008 8pm (doors open at 7:30)
Alix Goolden Performing Hall 907 Pandora at Quadra
Tickets on sale at: Larsen Music on Cook Street | Long & McQuade on Hillside
$15 general public $12 members of Flamenco de la Isla Society
Special Advance Ticket Sales for groups (10 or more at $10.00 per ticket)
To make arrangements for group tickets, please contact by emailing almadeespana@shaw.ca or calling (250) 384-8832.
Ninth Annual Spring 2008 Oak Bay Artist's Studio Tour
Saturday & Sunday, April 19th & 20th
12-4:30pm
Brochure available on line at
http://www.recreation.oakbaybc.org/index.html#obas
To start the ninth year of this popular semi-annual show of fine arts in Oak Bay, twenty of Oak Bay's established and emerging artists will use their homes and studios as backdrops to display the products of their creativity in a variety of original watercolour, acrylic, oil, fibre, photographic, and woodcut creations. This juried tour, which is produced by Recreation Oak Bay, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, April 19 and 20, from noon to 4:30 p.m. A kick-off event, with opening remarks from Mayor Christopher Causton, will be held on Friday, April 18, 7:00 - 9:00pm, at the Windsor Park Pavilion. Samples of the artists' work will be on display.
While many of this year's participants have not yet achieved the 'household-name' status, some can claim nationwide or international recognition. Taking part in this year's event are: M. Andree Allison, Jean Betts, Claire Christinel, Manon Elder, Ingrid Fawcett, F. Caroline Hunter, Donna Ion, Eduard Kajdasz, Maria Kajdasz, Victor Lotto, Joanie McCorry, Marion Morrison, Connie Murdoch, Imke Pearson, Avis Rasmussen, Heidi Roemer, Leslie Redhead, John Taylor, Joan Turner and Flo-Elle Watson.
Recreation Oak Bay is proud to help these artists display the art of the community and provide education about art and its many expressions.
The two-day special event is free to the public. Brochures with descriptions and a tour map will be inserted into the Oak Bay News on April 16, and will also be available at the Oak Bay Recreation Centres, the Municipal Hall and the Oak Bay Library as well as at local businesses on Estevan and Oak Bay Avenue and through participating artists..
"Artists of Ladysmith Create"
Saturday, April 19th and Sunday, April 20th
Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th
11am - 5pm
Artists, Galleries and Studios - Spring Tour
Contact: Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce at (250) 245-2112
Celebration of the Arts
Saturday, April 26th, 2008
11am-4pm
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre,
3220 Cedar Hill Road
Free/ Admission by Donation
As part of Saanich's Community Arts Week, (April 20 - 26, 2008) come celebrate the 12th annual Celebration of the Arts. This fun filled event brings artists and community members together to celebrate B.C. Arts and Culture Week. Presented by the Arts, Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee you are invited to come stretch your artistic skills and give your imagination free play! Experience hands-on art activities for all ages: pottery, arts & crafts market, musical entertainment, over 35 exhibitors, silent auction, demonstrations, pocket market and much more. Meet with well known special guest artist Fenwick Lansdowne from 11-2 pm.
Contact
Anna Haney
Community Events Coordinator
haneya@saanich.ca
(250) 475-7124
Saanich Parks and Recreation strives to create opportunities that enrich the community,
sustain quality environments and support healthy lifestyles.
Scattered Artists 2008
5th Annual Studio Tour
April 26th and 27th from 12-5pm
Artists in the area north of Hillside, south of McKenzie and between Quadra, Swan Lake and Shelbourne invite you to discover what they do and why (and maybe even how).
Everyone welcome!
Free admission
Download map www.gobc.ca
Fairfield Artist Studio Tour
April 26th and 27th
Fairfield Community - Assorted Venues
Enjoy this free weekend showcasing the creative talent in Fairfield. Over 50 artist studio locations as well a group show and art preview at Fairfield Community Centre and Fairfield United Church. You will need both days to view them all. Maps are available.
Contact :
(250) 382-4604
www.fairfieldcommunity.ca
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May
continuing
Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival
March 30th - May 10th
Assorted venues
Applaud the future!!! 5,000 of Victoria's best young performing musicians, singers, dancers and actors perform daily throughout the festival at venues all around Victoria. The program highlights include eight honours concerts in music theatre, strings, piano, vocal, dance and choral as well as the Roberto and Mary Wood Scholarship concerts.
Contact:
(250) 385-9223
www.gvpaf.org
Art by Toni Micol and Carron Berkes
May 1st - 31st
Exhibiting recent 2-D works in acrylic, watercolour and mixed media
The Moka House, 245 Cook Street, Victoria, BC
Store hours: 6 AM to 12 AM daily (Cook Street location only)
Toni: (250) 384.5587
Carron: (250) 588.2281
carron.artist@shaw.ca
Mostly Mozart Festival
May 3rd - 12th
Royal Theatre, Alix Goolden Performance Hall and Market Square
Now in its third year, the Victoria Symphony presents the Mostly Mozart Festival that celebrates the works of Mozart and his contemporaries.
Contact :
(250) 385-9771
www.victoriasymphony.ca
The Civic Orchestra of Victoria
May 4th, 2pm
Alix Goolden Hall (Victoria Conservatory of Music), Johnson at Quadra
The Civic Orchestra of Victoria will present the final concert in its 24th season - "Northern Voices", featuring music by composers from Canada, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, Czechoslovakia and Russia, including 3 new works written for the Civic Orchestra.
On the program will be
Tragic Overture from "Estrella de Soria" by Berwald
Aurélia by Rudolf Komorous [première]
A Song for the Lord Mayor's Table by Walton with soprano soloist Denise Peters
Symphony No. 1 in E Flat Major by Borodin
Tickets:
Adults $15, Seniors/Students $12, no charge for a child under 12 accompanied by an adult.
Tickets available from: Larsen Music | Long and McQuade | Ivy's Books (Oak Bay) | Munro's Books | Tanner's Books (Sidney) | Westside InstaPrint (Langford) or at the venue.
For further information, contact (250) 477-8868 or email cynthiamoorhouse@shaw.ca
or visit the orchestra's website at www.civicorchestraofvictoria.org
War Brides: One-Way Passage
May 9th - Sept 1st
Royal BC Museum
War Brides: One-Way Passage starts May 9, 2008 at the Royal BC Museum. Join us for a journey of love, courage and the strength and durability of the human spirit during and after the Second World War. This exhibit celebrates these women through paintings, photographs and media installations by Calgary artist Bev Tosh. Free Opening Events Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 at 2:00 pm. More info available online www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca or call (250) 356-7226. The exhibit closes Sept. 1, 2008.
Saanich West Studio Tour
"Artists in the Country"
May 10th and 11th from 11am-4pm
Take a drive through the lovely Saanich country side and get to know the many artists living there. Over 20 artists in 15 locations open their studios to the public. Admire the work of local painters, woodcarvers and wood turners, glass artists, sculptors, metal and mosaic artists, potters and textile artists.
Brochures and tour maps available at the Saanich Recreation Centres, the Pharmacy in Wilkinson Plaza and from merchants along W-Saanich Road.
Info: Heidi (250) 479-6470
13th Annual Mother's Day Paint In and Craft Fair
May 11th, 10am-4pm
With snowdrops and crocus peeking out of the soil, spring time brings our popular festival to Hatley Park National Historic Site, home of Royal Roads University.
This annual event showcases more than 100 of Vancouver island's finest artisans in a breathtaking outdoor setting highlighting the magnificent Hatley Castle. Activities at this outdoor festival include a variety of family entertainment, local music and talent main stage performances, a children's craft station, games and facepainting, tours of our world-famous Heritage Gardens, Hatley Castle (celebrating it's 100th birthday!). There will be a barbeque on the Castle terrace lawn and High Tea on the Castle Terrace. For general inquiries or more information, phone (250) 391-2600 or e-mail info@hatleypark.ca
Admission is free and pay parking is available.
Crafters and Artisans register online at www.royalroads.ca
Vancouver Island International Children's Festival
May 15th & 16th
Centennial Square, McPherson Playhouse, Victoria Event Centre, Ambrosia
Learn, laugh and explore!!!! Vancouver Island's premier arts & cultural family event visits downtown Victoria. International mainstage performances paralleled with workshops and activity centres that offer hands-on experience in a variety of disciplines. Free site entertainment, roving performers, food vendors, fun for the entire family!
Toll-free: (877) 554-3378
www.childrensfestival.com
Tartan Parade (May 10th)
Celtic Festival & Highland Games (May 17th & 18th)
Centennial Square / Legislative Building Grounds /Topaz Park
The Tartan Parade of local and visiting pipe bands and highland dancers begins at the Legislative Building and marches up Government Street to Centennial Square for demos of more singing, piping and country dancing. All this is in preparation for the new Celtic Festival and the 71st Highland Games scheduled the next weekend at its new location at Topaz Park (Blanshard and Finlayson) - Activities include dance, bagpipe and drum competitions, pipebands, caber throwing, heavy event championship, historical display, entertainment, and Celtic food.
Contact: (250) 598-0120
www.victoriahighlandgames.com
"Artists of Ladysmith Create"
Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th
11am - 5pm
Artists, Galleries and Studios - Spring Tour
Contact: Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce at (250) 245-2112
Victoria Day Parade
May 19th
Downtown Victoria along Douglas Street
Victoria's largest parade event – marching bands, floats, clowns, etc. Over 120,000 spectators watch this popular annual event in person and on television. Fun for the whole family.
Contact: (250) 382-3111
Uno Festival of Solo Performance
May 21st - June 1st
The Metro Studio, Intrepid Theatre Studio
Intrepid Theatre presents Canada's one-and-only international festival devoted to outstanding one-person shows. Comedy, drama, physical theatre, dance and performance art. Tickets $12 - $20
Contact: (250) 383-2663
www.intrepidtheatre.com
Theatre Inconnu
'Night, Mother by Marsha Norman
May 27th - June 14th
1923 Fernwood Rd
This modern classic won the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1983.
"Honest, uncompromising, lucid penetrating"
New York Magazine
'Night Mother is a penetrating examination of a mother and daughter relationship. The two characters in this play reach a level of communication that transcends the generational, cultural, and societal restrictions that define family confrontation. While Norman's writing is both deeply moving and unexpectedly humourous, her power lies in her ability to shock us out of the complacency that blinds us to hidden trauma.'Night, Mother is directed by Clayton Jevne and features Geli Bartlett and Karen Lee Pickett
Information and reservations: (250) 360-0234
tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
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June
continuing
War Brides: One-Way Passage
May 9th - Sept 1st
Royal BC Museum
War Brides: One-Way Passage starts May 9, 2008 at the Royal BC Museum. Join us for a journey of love, courage and the strength and durability of the human spirit during and after the Second World War. This exhibit celebrates these women through paintings, photographs and media installations by Calgary artist Bev Tosh. Free Opening Events Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 at 2:00 pm. More info available online www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca or call (250) 356-7226. The exhibit closes Sept. 1, 2008.
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Uno Festival of Solo Performance
May 21st - June 1st
The Metro Studio, Intrepid Theatre Studio
Intrepid Theatre presents Canada's one-and-only international festival devoted to outstanding one-person shows. Comedy, drama, physical theatre, dance and performance art. Tickets $12 - $20
Contact: (250) 383-2663
www.intrepidtheatre.com
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Theatre Inconnu
'Night, Mother by Marsha Norman
May 27th - June 14th
1923 Fernwood Rd
This modern classic won the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1983.
"Honest, uncompromising, lucid penetrating"
New York Magazine
'Night Mother is a penetrating examination of a mother and daughter relationship. The two characters in this play reach a level of communication that transcends the generational, cultural, and societal restrictions that define family confrontation. While Norman's writing is both deeply moving and unexpectedly humourous, her power lies in her ability to shock us out of the complacency that blinds us to hidden trauma.'Night, Mother is directed by Clayton Jevne and features Geli Bartlett and Karen Lee Pickett
Information and reservations: (250) 360-0234
tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
Educate and Celebrate 2008
June 5th - 8th
St. Ann's Academy - Interiors, gardens and grounds
Celebration includes an historical re-enactment of the 1858 arrival of the Sisters of Saint Ann, a symphony concert on the grounds of the National Historic Site of St. Ann's Academy, a gala "alumni and friends" dinner and a Victorian Family Picnic.
Contact: (250) 953-8820
www.friendsofstannsacademy.com
JumpCuts: A Festival for Young Filmmakers
June 6th, 7th, 8th
Market Square or Victoria Conference Centre
A festival for young filmmakers - a unique opportunity for youth aged 7 - 15 to participate in workshops in order to understand and learn to create media content divided into two skill levels.
Contact: (250) 389-0444
www.vifvf.com
John MacArthur Trio
Wednesday, June 11th
The Superior
John MacArthur Trio (Melinda Whitaker and Don Cox), The Superior, 106 Superior St. 7:30-10:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Friday, June 13th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Trio (with Melinda Whitaker and Don Cox) at Heron Rock Bistro: #4-435 Simcoe St. (7-9:30pm)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Ladysmith Maritime Festival
Saturday, June 14th
The Ladysmith Maritime Society Marina is hosting this annual event. Help celebrate our rich maritime heritage. Family oriented activities.
Free Admission
Contact: Kelly (250) 245-4357
Website: www.lmsmarina.ca
David Ladmore Recent Paintings
3 weekends in June, starting Saturday, June 14th
7-103 Menzies Street (upstairs)
Studio show and sale of oils, watercolours and etchings. Crows, figures, local landscapes and more. Visit David Ladmore's studio, talk to the artist and maybe take home a piece of original art.
Saturday June 14th and Sunday June 15th
Saturday June 21st and Sunday June 22nd
Saturday June 28th and Sunday June 29th
10 - 5 each day
Contact: (250) 361-3243
davidlaurieladmore@shaw.ca
www.davidladmore.com
Ceilidh In the Park
June 15th
Stage in the Park (Cameron Bandshell), Beacon Hill Park
Music brings people together like nothing else! Celebrate Father's Day in the park and bring the whole family to an all ages Celtic music extravaganza filled with Irish dancers, fantastic fiddlers, rousing singing, and genuine good fun in the Irish and Scottish musical traditions. Enjoy with your friends and family the energy of a Ceilidh - or "Kitchen Table Party". This year's program highlights Daniel Lapp, the BC Fiddle Orchestra and the Mairead O'Brien School of Irish Dancers.
Contact: (250) 361-0358
John MacArthur Duo
Monday, June 16th
TD Bank
John MacArthur Duo with Don Cox, playing at The TD Bank 4000 Quadra 12noon - 1:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Duo
Tuesday, June 17th
TD Bank
John MacArthur Duo with Don Cox, playing at The TD Bank, Fort & Foul Bay, 12noon - 1:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Duo
Friday, June 20th
TD Bank
John MacArthur Duo with Joey Smith, playing at The TD Bank, Fort & Douglas St. 12noon - 1:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Friday, June 20th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Trio (with Joey Smith and Mike Broadly) at Heron Rock Bistro 4-435 Simcoe St. (7-9:30PM)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Vancouver Island's 6th Annual Afro-Carib Carnival
June 20th - 22nd
Selkirk Waterfront
A free cultural event featuring music, food and fashions of a variety of African and Caribbean countries. Carnival Day consists of live performances, a marketplace with clothes, jewellery, art, and crafts and various food vendors representing numerous regions. Presented by the African Heritage Association of Vancouver Island.
Contact: (250) 727-6454
www.ahavi.ca
JazzFest International
June 20th - 29th
Royal Theatre, McPherson Playhouse, Conservatory of Music, Centennial Square, Metro Studio and numerous other downtown venues
"Ten hot days and nights of the coolest music in town." Enjoy over 80 high calibre individual jazz performances taking place in numerous indoor and outdoor venues/stages with over 325 musicians. A series of free admission performances will also take place during the daytime with ticketed and cover charge performances scheduled in various theatres, clubs and restaurant venues in the evenings. Workshops by visiting musicians as well.
Contact: (250) 388-4423
www.jazzvictoria.ca
Theatre Inconnu Soirée
June 22nd, 4-7 pm (or later!)
1324 Denman St.
Just south of Bay St., off Fernwood Rd.
You are invited to a special fund-raising event of socializing, entertainment, food, and libations!
$25 per person or $40 per couple
In a spacious character home in historic Fernwood, your early evening will consist of: A mouth-watering buffet of appetizers, and an assortment of beverages
Entertainment:
A 15-minute excerpt from Theatre Inconnu's up-coming December production of the 2008 Canadian National Play Writing Competition winning play: Before Play by Victoria's own Janet Rothman & Howie Siegel, and
A DVD and "Scrapbook" presentation of Theatre Inconnu's past two decades.
Plus door prizes!
RSVP by June 20th
Tel: (250) 360-0234 (messages)
E-mail: tinconnu@islandnet.com
John MacArthur Trio
Sunday, June 22nd
Lower Johnson Street
John MacArthur Trio "Lower Johnson Street Jazz" in Waddington Alley (with Don Cox and Lou Williamson)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Summer Music Academy & Festival
June 22nd - Aug 16th
Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Wood Recital Hall, Beacon Hill Park, and other outdoor venues
Enjoy a series of classical and jazz concerts/recitals celebrating talented young musicians locally and from across Canada. Also features performances by visiting Canadian professional musicians. Presented by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
Contact: (250) 386-5311
www.vcm.bc.ca
John MacArthur Trio
Thursday, June 26th
Marriot Hotel
John MacArthur Trio; Jazz Fest, Marriot Hotel (with Don Cox and Melinda Whitaker) 5:15 - 7:15
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Maritime Mosaic Festival
June 26th - 29th
Victoria's Inner Harbour - Fort Street at Wharf Street parking lot
Held as part of Tall Ships Festival, Maritime Mosaic Festival features individual historic displays and live interactive cultural activities that demonstrate the contributions made by various cultural groups, each telling their own story.
Contact: (250) 385-4222
www.mmbc.bc.ca
Tall Ships Victoria 2008
June 26th - 29th
Victoria's Inner Harbour
This international event celebrates maritime heritage and the era of sailing ships. View tall ships from around the world and learn all about them and their crew. Also experience Victoria's multicultural mosaic through historical displays and interactive cultural activities.
Contact: (250) 384-2005
www.tallshipsvictoria.ca
John MacArthur Trio
Friday, June 27th
Marriot Hotel
John MacArthur Trio; Jazz Fest, Marriot Hotel (with Don Cox and Melinda Whitaker) 5:15 - 7:15
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Ragazzi Boys Chorus Concert
Sunday, June 29, 7:00pm
St. Aidan's United Church
VIVA Choirs is delighted to host the famous San Francisco Bay area's Ragazzi Boys Chorus, drawn from over 150 singers from 86 schools, aged 7-18. Ragazzi ("guys" in Italian, and the term used in Italian opera to designate children's voices) performs a full range of traditional and contemporary works sung in their original languages for both the treble and changed voice. The group regularly tours the USA and internationally: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Russia, Eastern Europe, Italy, Japan, the British Isles, Spain, and Portugal. They also participated in a Grammy-awarded recording with the San Francisco Symphony and have 4 commercial CDs of their own.
The concert is at St. Aidan's United Church, 3703 St. Aidan's St. (north of Richmond at Cedar Hill Cross Rd); admission is by donation. For information call (250) 472-2655 or check www.vivachoirs.ca. To see and hear more about them, visit www.ragazzi.org or www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrpSNTS4am0
John MacArthur Trio
Monday, June 30th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Duo (with Kal Wood) Heron Rock Bistro 6:30-9:00pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
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July
continuing
War Brides: One-Way Passage
May 9th - Sept 1st
Royal BC Museum
War Brides: One-Way Passage starts May 9, 2008 at the Royal BC Museum. Join us for a journey of love, courage and the strength and durability of the human spirit during and after the Second World War. This exhibit celebrates these women through paintings, photographs and media installations by Calgary artist Bev Tosh. Free Opening Events Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 at 2:00 pm. More info available online www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca or call (250) 356-7226. The exhibit closes Sept. 1, 2008.
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Summer Music Academy & Festival
June 22nd - Aug 16th
Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Wood Recital Hall, Beacon Hill Park, and other outdoor venues
Enjoy a series of classical and jazz concerts/recitals celebrating talented young musicians locally and from across Canada. Also features performances by visiting Canadian professional musicians. Presented by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
Contact: (250) 386-5311
www.vcm.bc.ca
The Gallery at Sooke Harbour House Presents
July's Featured Artist Christine Reimer
A professional artist for more than twenty-five years, Reimer strives to "create energy with paint and canvas that can be experienced by the viewer". She does so with vibrant colours dynamically interwoven with vigorous brushwork. Working with her favourite medium, acrylics, she depicts West Coast landscapes, vineyard and orchards.
Opening reception held on Sunday, July 6th, 1-4pm. The show runs until July 31st.
The Sooke Harbour House Gallery is located at 1528 Whiffen Spit Rd., in Sooke. Call (250) 642-3421 for more information
Canada Day - Celebration Victoria
July 1st
Legislative Grounds and Victoria's Inner Harbour
July 1 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm Victoria's annual celebration of our beloved nation. This year's event will include top quality performances on the main stage as well as our "Eh-rated" fireworks display which gets better every year. Celebration Victoria is proudly presented by the City of Victoria and it's event partners.
For more information: www.victoria.ca/canadaday
John MacArthur Trio
Thursday July 3rd
Topo's Italian Restaurant
John MacArthur Trio (Kal Wood, keyboard and Matt Pease, percussion) Topo's Italian Restaurant 8:30-11:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Friday July 4th
Oceanfront Resort Hotel
John MacArthur Trio (Miranda Sage & John Wade) at Oceanfront Resort Hotel, Cowichan Bay
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Festival Mexicano 2008
July 4th - 6th
Victoria Event Centre and other downtown locations
Celebrate Mexican/Latin American culture - features an open air main stage with local performers sharing traditional music and dance, kiosks showcasing Mexican/Latin American food and beverages, arts and crafts.
Contact: (250) 380-1280
www.1415broad.ca
15th Annual Gorge on Art
July 5th, 11am-4pm
900 Block - Gorge Road West
Walk the Gorge Waterway and 'gorge' yourself on art, from more than 50 artists/artisans for viewing and purchase. Enjoy musical performances. Food kiosks available to offer tasty treats for all ages.
Contact: Anna Haney
Community Events Coordinator
haneya@saanich.ca
(250) 475-7124
John MacArthur Trio
Wednesday July 9th
Centennial Square
John MacArthur Trio with Don Cox and Bobbie Brown at Centennial Square, 12-1pm,
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
SKA Festival
July 9th - 12th
Victoria Curling Club, TBA, and one other venue
Enjoy a music and visual arts festival that celebrates Ska music and culture as well as educating the public about the genre and its history. Features acts that cross musical boundaries and generation gaps alike.
For more information: www.victoriaskafest.ca
The Victoria Shakespeare Society
Shakespeare in the Summer
July 10th through August 16th
Camosun College Lansdowne Campus
The Tempest runs every Wednesday and Friday evening at 7:30 pm from July 11th through August 15th.
Much Ado About Nothing runs every Thursday and Saturday evening at 7:30 pm from July 10th through August 16th.
Tickets are:
Adults: $17 or $28 for both shows
Seniors & Students: $14 or $25 for both shows
Children 12 and under are free.
For more information and site map visit: http://vicshakespeare.com/schedule.html
For ticket reservations and purchases go to: http://www.rmts.bc.ca
Or phone: (250) 386-8621
Tickets are also available at the door.
John MacArthur Trio
Fri July 11th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Trio with Maureen Washington at Heron Rock Bistro 4-435 Simcoe St. (7-9:30PM)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Saturday July 12th
Topo's Italian Restaurant
John MacArthur Trio with Melinda Whitaker and Sean Drabbitt, Topo's Italian Restaurant
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Alma de España
Sunday, July 13th, 1:00-2:00 pm
Market Square - 560 Johnson Street
"Flamenco Sunday" with the students of Alma de España
Contact: (250) 384-8832
info@almadeespana.com
www.almadeespana.com
John MacArthur Duo
Monday July 14th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Duo with Mike Broadly, Heron Rock Bistro, 6:30- 9pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur
Thursday July 17th
Topo's Italian Restaurant
John MacArthur, Maureen Washington, James Young, at Topo's, 8:30-11:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Duo
Friday July 18th
Union Club
John MacArthur Duo with Scott White, Union Club, 5:30-8:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur
Saturday July 19th
Topo's Italian Restaurant
John MacArthur, Maureen Washington and Don Cox at Topo's Italian Restaurant, 8:30-11:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Moss Street Paint In
July 19th
1040 Moss Street and Moss Street from Fort Street to Dallas Road
This popular free annual community event showcases the talents of Victoria's artists and the techniques that they employ. Up to 100 artists line the boulevards of Moss Street from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. The Food and Beverage Garden, featuring entertainment and dancing, is open until 9:00 p.m. in the Art Gallery Parking Lot, 1040 Moss Street.
Contact: (250) 384-4171
www.aggv.bc.ca
John MacArthur Trio
Friday July 25th
Heron Rock Bistro
John MacArthur Trio with Melinda Whitaker and Bruce Meikle, Heron Rock Bistro 7-9:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Luminara Victoria
July 26th
St. Ann's Academy & Beacon Hill Park
Community lantern festival featuring beautiful lantern displays, live music and performance. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lantern and be part of the magic!
Contact: (250) 388-4728
www.luminaravictoria.com
The 2008 Sooke Fine Arts Show
July 26th - August 4th
Seaparc Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC
The 2008 Sooke Fine Arts Show builds on its reputation as the largest juried fine arts show on Vancouver Island and runs from July 26 through August 4. The charming village of Sooke provides the perfect showcase for artists from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
Visitors may view over 350 original artworks, including paintings, sculpture, jewellery, photography and ceramics will be available for purchase. This year, over $11,000 in Awards will be given, including Best in Show and Best 2D and 3D, plus new categories in photography, jewellery and ceramics.
For those who can't wait to see the show, there will be a special Purchaser Preview Evening on Thursday, July 24. The renowned Mark Atkinson Trio will play during the evening while patrons enjoy wine and a variety of hors d'oeuvres, and the opportunity to purchase art before the show opens. Preview tickets are available for $25, only by telephoning the Sooke Fine Arts Society at (250) 642-7256.
The show runs from 10 am until 9 pm daily, except on August 4, from 10 am until 6 pm. Find the show at Seaparc Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC. Admission is $7 for one day, $5 for Seniors and $10 for a week-long pass. Children under 12 are free. At various times you may enjoy high tea, dancing, or a wine tasting along with the show. For maps and a calendar of special events and music go to www.sookefinearts.com.
Alma de España
Sunday, July 27th, 1:00-2:00 pm
Market Square - 560 Johnson Street
"Flamenco Sunday" with the students of Alma de España
Contact: (250) 384-8832
info@almadeespana.com
www.almadeespana.com
John MacArthur Trio
Topo's Italian Restaurant
Thursday July 31st
John MacArthur Trio at Topo's 8:30-11:30pm
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
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August
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War Brides: One-Way Passage
May 9th - Sept 1st
Royal BC Museum
War Brides: One-Way Passage starts May 9, 2008 at the Royal BC Museum. Join us for a journey of love, courage and the strength and durability of the human spirit during and after the Second World War. This exhibit celebrates these women through paintings, photographs and media installations by Calgary artist Bev Tosh. Free Opening Events Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 at 2:00 pm. More info available online www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca or call (250) 356-7226. The exhibit closes Sept. 1, 2008.
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Summer Music Academy & Festival
June 22nd - Aug 16th
Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Wood Recital Hall, Beacon Hill Park, and other outdoor venues
Enjoy a series of classical and jazz concerts/recitals celebrating talented young musicians locally and from across Canada. Also features performances by visiting Canadian professional musicians. Presented by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
Contact: (250) 386-5311
www.vcm.bc.ca
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The Victoria Shakespeare Society
Shakespeare in the Summer
July 10th through August 16th
Camosun College Lansdowne Campus
The Tempest runs every Wednesday and Friday evening at 7:30 pm from July 11th through August 15th.
Much Ado About Nothing runs every Thursday and Saturday evening at 7:30 pm from July 10th through August 16th.
Tickets are:
Adults: $17 or $28 for both shows
Seniors & Students: $14 or $25 for both shows
Children 12 and under are free.
For more information and site map visit: http://vicshakespeare.com/schedule.html
For ticket reservations and purchases go to: http://www.rmts.bc.ca
Or phone: (250) 386-8621
Tickets are also available at the door.
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The 2008 Sooke Fine Arts Show
July 26th - August 4th
Seaparc Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC
The 2008 Sooke Fine Arts Show builds on its reputation as the largest juried fine arts show on Vancouver Island and runs from July 26 through August 4. The charming village of Sooke provides the perfect showcase for artists from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
Visitors may view over 350 original artworks, including paintings, sculpture, jewellery, photography and ceramics will be available for purchase. This year, over $11,000 in Awards will be given, including Best in Show and Best 2D and 3D, plus new categories in photography, jewellery and ceramics.
For those who can't wait to see the show, there will be a special Purchaser Preview Evening on Thursday, July 24. The renowned Mark Atkinson Trio will play during the evening while patrons enjoy wine and a variety of hors d'oeuvres, and the opportunity to purchase art before the show opens. Preview tickets are available for $25, only by telephoning the Sooke Fine Arts Society at (250) 642-7256.
The show runs from 10 am until 9 pm daily, except on August 4, from 10 am until 6 pm. Find the show at Seaparc Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC. Admission is $7 for one day, $5 for Seniors and $10 for a week-long pass. Children under 12 are free. At various times you may enjoy high tea, dancing, or a wine tasting along with the show. For maps and a calendar of special events and music go to www.sookefinearts.com.
Sooke Harbour House Gallery
Feature Artist for August KRISTI BRIDGEMAN
August 1st - 31st
Victoria fine artist and illustrator Kristi Bridgeman will exhibit select pieces from her recent Restoration and Temple series, as well as several of her eastern inspired ink and watercolour mandalas.
Kristi's muse for much of this exhibit is the rainforest near her home. She is influenced by works of Canadian Impressionists, Emily Carr, as well as many eastern works. Her trademark amber and sepia pallet evolved after searching for earth friendly mediums. The distinctive medium brings a warm, ethereal, west coast feeling to her works.
In addition to fine art, Kristi has illustrated several award winning children's books, and has worked extensively with children's and environmental causes.
OPENING RECEPTION
Sunday, August 3rd, 2008, in the Garden Room
Artist in Attendance
Painting Demonstration
Refreshments
Free Admission
Show runs until August 31st
The Sooke Harbour House Gallery is located at 1528 Whiffen Spit Rd. in Sooke, BC.
For more information please visit www.sookeharbourhouse.com or www.kristibridgeman.com or call (250) 642-3421.
Free B Film Festival
Fri/Sat evenings in August
Beacon Hill Park - Cameron Bandshell
Every Friday and Saturday evening beginning at 9:15 p.m. Free "B" film showings for everyone to enjoy.
Contact: (250) 389-0444
www.vifvf.com
Firebells and Fanfare
August 2nd & 3rd
Victoria City Hall, Victoria's Inner Harbour - Legislative Buildings
Colourful and historic activities to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the establishment of organized fire protection at Fort Victoria in 1858. Saturday August 2nd at 11:30 am - Dedication of a Memorial to Victoria's Fire Fighters at City Hall, followed by a parade of vintage and modern fire and police vehicles to the Legislative Buildings for a public display until 4:00 pm. During the evening, a traditional Flag and Sunset Ceremony with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets paying tribute to the Victoria Fire and Police Departments. On Sunday August 3rd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm - working displays of fire apparatus will be performed adjacent to Wharf Street and the Inner Harbour.
For more information: www.victoriafirehistorical.ca
Victoria Electronic Music Festival (VEMF)
Aug 2nd & 3rd
Market Square or Centennial Square; Hush Nightclub, Sugar Nightclub
Dance oriented event showcasing live electronic music via main stage performances. Also educational seminars from local industry leaders. Event attendees can dance, interact with peers, and take part in hands-on demonstrations.
Contact: (250) 480-9673
www.vemf.ca
Symphony Splash
August 3rd
Victoria's Inner Harbour
The Victoria Symphony Orchestra performs a full two-hour concert of light classical orchestral music from a barge anchored in the Inner Harbour. Highlights include Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, accompanied by cannons fired by the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets, bell ringing and fireworks. Make it a full day event and enjoy the pre-concert entertainment starting at 4:00 p.m.
Contact: (250) 385-9771
www.victoriasymphony.ca
BC 150 Celebration
August 4th
Victoria's Inner Harbour - Legislative Buildings
The province is celebrating 150 years of cultural diversity, community strength and widespread achievement since the founding of the Crown Colony of British Columbia in 1858. You're invited to join the celebration in our Capital City.
For more information: www.bc150.gov.bc.ca
150 Years Golden Mountain Celebrations
August 8th & 9th
McPherson Playhouse and other venues
Celebrations of the Chinese Canadian citizens in their sesquicentennial year in Canada include a Historical Celebration Pageant featuring local artists (dancers, actors, musicians, producers, director and others in visual arts) and the presentation of the Golden Mountain Achievment Awards honoring outstanding citizens in the community.
Contact: (250) 388-4933
www.150goldenmountain.ca
Alma de España
Sunday, August 10th, 1:00-2:00 pm
Market Square - 560 Johnson Street
"Flamenco Sunday" with the students of Alma de España
Contact: (250) 384-8832
info@almadeespana.com
www.almadeespana.com
Victoria Dragon Boat Festival
August 15th - 17th
Victoria's Inner Harbour
Be part of an ancient tradition! Come down to the Inner Harbour for exhilarating dragon boat races, cultural entertainment and crafts for the whole family. Free Admission.
Contact: (250) 704-2500
www.victoriadragonboat.com
22nd Annual Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug 21st - 31st
Metro Studio, Victoria Event Centre, Market Sqare, St. Andrew's School, St. Michael's School, and Wood Recital Hall
A non-stop, twelve-day explosion of comedy, improv, drama, performance art and dance from around the world. All venues downtown, some pay-what-you-can shows at Fringe Club, random 'happenings' (Fringe Secret Parade, Pick of the Fringe Pancake Breakfast) and commissioned projects. Ticketed venues $9 or less!
Contact : (250) 383-2663
www.intrepidtheatre.com
Passion for Tango Festival
Aug 22nd - 24th
Centennial Square, Victoria Arts Connection, Alix Goolden Hall
A three day extravaganza of tango activities, music concerts, lectures and dance performances by international, Canadian and local artists. Concerts feature tango classics to tango blended with other cultural art forms and cutting edge contemporary work.
Contact: (250) 418-8898
www.passion4tango.com
Grey Cup returns to British Columbia for Royal BC Museum visit
Saturday August 23rd, 10am - 1pm
In 2005, BC hosted the Grey Cup game. In 2006, the BC Lions won the Grey Cup; in 2007, they had to let it go. This summer, Earl Grey's famed trophy returns to British Columbia - this time at the Royal BC Museum (RBCM).
On Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the 99-year-old trophy will be on display in the museum lobby. Accompanying the Canadian Football League's coveted cup will be Victoria's Dave Cutler, considered by many to be the greatest field goal kicker in the history of the CFL. With six Grey Cup rings to his name, this 16-year Edmonton Eskimo veteran (1969-84) was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 1998.
Cutler's talk and Q&A session about his CFL career begins at 11:30 a.m.
"It's going to be an exciting day for sports fans," says RBCM CEO Pauline Rafferty. "Not only do we have a famous football player on the roster, we have two former world champion martial artists coming as well. It's a day to celebrate sports from around the world."
The event kicks off with a half-hour of sports-related storytelling by Puente Theatre (10 - 10:30 a.m.). Later, Victoria's OMAC Martial Wellness presents karate, kobudo and Xtreme martial arts demonstrations, featuring four-time world champion Roxanna Feraru, and two-time world champ Jocelyn Van der Geest (11 a.m. and noon).
This celebration of international sport is the fifth instalment in a monthly series titled From the World to BC, hosted in Clifford Carl Hall at the RBCM. Events are free.
From the World to BC is just one of the special events being staged throughout the year as part of Free Spirit: Stories of You, Me and BC - a Royal BC Museum project designed to celebrate the 150th anniversary of British Columbia as a Crown Colony.
The Royal BC Museum, a provincial crown corporation, collects, preserves and interprets artifacts, specimens and documents that tell the story of British Columbia. As the provincial museum and archives, the RBCM proudly shares that story with the world through its research, collections, exhibitions and public programs.
For more information on the Royal BC Museums latest activities, events and exhibitions, visit www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca or call 1-888-447-7977.
David Ladmore August Studio Shows
2 weekends in August, starting Saturday, August 23rd
7-103 Menzies Street (upstairs)
Studio show and sale of oils, watercolours and etchings. Crows, figures, local landscapes and more. Visit David Ladmore's studio, talk to the artist and maybe take home a piece of original art.
Saturday August 23rd and Sunday August 24th
Saturday August 30th and Sunday August 31st
10 - 5 each day
Contact: (250) 361-3243
davidlaurieladmore@shaw.ca
www.davidladmore.com
Alma de España
Sunday, August 24th, 1:00-2:00 pm
Market Square - 560 Johnson Street
"Flamenco Sunday" with the students of Alma de España
Contact: (250) 384-8832
info@almadeespana.com
www.almadeespana.com
Vancouver Island Blues Bash
Aug 29th - Sept 1st
Victoria Inner Harbour - Ship Point Outdoor Stage, other downtown venues
This Labour Day weekend festival is a celebration of blues and R & B music with afternoon free and evening ticketed performances. Features more than 14 individual bands over three afternoons and three evenings. The main outdoor stage of this festival is located at Victoria's Inner Harbour at Ship Point with other venues used for late night entertainment.
Contact: (250) 388-4423
www.vicjazz.bc.ca
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September
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Vancouver Island Blues Bash
Aug 29th - Sept 1st
Victoria Inner Harbour - Ship Point Outdoor Stage, other downtown venues
This Labour Day weekend festival is a celebration of blues and R & B music with afternoon free and evening ticketed performances. Features more than 14 individual bands over three afternoons and three evenings. The main outdoor stage of this festival is located at Victoria's Inner Harbour at Ship Point with other venues used for late night entertainment.
Contact: (250) 388-4423
www.vicjazz.bc.ca
John MacArthur Trio
Topo's Italian Restaurant
Thursday Sept 4th
John MacArthur Trio at Topo's, Wharf St. 7:30 pm - 10:30pm with Melinda Whitaker and Don Cox
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Topo's Italian Restaurant
Saturday Sept 6th
John MacArthur Trio at Topo's, Wharf St. 7:30 pm - 10:30pm with Melinda Whitaker and Mike Broadly
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur
Heron Rock Bistro, James Bay
Monday Sept 8th
John MacArthur at Heron Rock Bistro 7 - 9:30pm with Mike Broadly
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Topo's Italian Restaurant
Friday Sept 12th
John MacArthur at Topo's, Wharf St. 7:30 - 10:30pm with Maureen Washington, Clarke Brendan
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
The Superior, James Bay
Wednesday Sept 17th
John MacArthur at The Superior 7:30 - 10:30pm with Maureen Washington, Mike Broadly
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Cowichan Bay Resort
Friday Sept 19th
John MacArthur at Cowichan Bay Resort with Maureen Washington, John Wade
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Early Music Society of the Islands
September 20th
Island Baroque (Victoria) with Elissa Poole, baroque flute
Solace for the French King
Hailed as an "exciting development", Island Baroque unites the Island's finest baroque performers: Victoria Symphony members Christi Meyers, Meika Kohut, Martin Bonham and world-famous harpsichordist Colin Tilney. Elegant works by Lully, Couperin, Marais, and Corrette.
Contact: (250) 882-5058
info@earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
www.earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
John MacArthur Trio
Godfrey Brownell Winery, Duncan
Saturday Sept 20th
John MacArthur at Godfrey Brownell Winery 12pm - 2pm with Maureen Washington, John Wade
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
James Bay Art Walk
September 20th & 21st, 10am-5pm
Twenty seven artists at a variety of interesting locations in beautiful James Bay, the community where Emily Carr lived and painted.
Look for the colourful red, blue and yellow balloons. Visit with local artists in their studios or gardens. Meet the artists and see their work. There will be sculpture, textiles, etchings, wood carvings, photography, and many stunning paintings on display and for sale. Maps can be picked up at James Bay businesses and the local James Bay Market held Saturdays at Superior and Menzies. The map will also be featured in the centre spread of the September issue of the James Bay Beacon community newspaper. Be sure to watch for "the walking palette"!
Participating artists:
Edith Artner
Jacqueline Aucoin
Janice Beiles
Kirsten Brand
Glenn Church
Ken Crassweller
Donna Eichel
Anne Hansen
Stan Horner
David Ladmore
Laurie Ladmore
Bonnie Laird
Jo Manning
Elsie(Golpen) McLeod
Marnie Miiller
Jeff Molloy
Avril M. Nolin
Lance Olsen
Eugenie Parker
Birgit
Sandra Ritter
Daniel Sali
Marcia Stromsmoe
Roberta Pyx Sutherland
Fiona Vandale
Elaine White
Bryony Wynne-Jones
Contact: Elizabeth Thomson (250) 893-7328
info@jamesbayartwalk.ca
www.jamesbayartwalk.ca
John MacArthur
Darcy's Pub
Sunday Sept 21st
John MacArthur - Induction to Victoria Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Heron Rock Bistro, James Bay
Friday Sept 26th
John MacArthur at Heron Rock Bistro 7 - 9:30pm with Melinda Whitaker, Mike Broadly
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur Trio
Topo's Italian Restaurant
Saturday Sept 27th
John MacArthur at Topo's, Wharf St. 7:30 - 10:30pm with Maureen Washington, Mike Broadly
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
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October
Palm Court Light Orchestra
October - Locations & Times TBA
O Danny Boy
Kenneth Lavigne, tenor
Charles Job, conductor
Join the Orchestra in the Emerald Isles to celebrate the songs of the
great Irish tenor John McCormick including Danny Boy, When Irish Eyes are Smiling, and Macushla. At this concert, the Orchestra and Ken Lavigne will release their new CD, Love's Old Sweet Dream.
Contact: (250) 748-9964
palm@victoria.tc.ca
www.palmcourtorchestra.com
Victoria International Improv Festival
Oct 2nd - 8th
Victoria Event Centre
Three days of performances by local, regional, national and international improvisational theatre companies. Daily ensemble workshops allow participating performers to learn from each other, in addition to a three hour intro to improv workshop offered at no cost to the public. The workshop will be led by the associate artistic director of the Canadian Improv Games.
Contact: (250) 388-3658
www.impromaniacs.ca
Legends Concert Series - Streisand & Minnelli
October 3rd
Alix Goolden Performance Hall
The Legends Concert Series opens the songbooks of some of the world's most cherished and admired women in music. This first concert highlights the music of Streisand & Minnelli. Musical selections include such timeless favorites as Mon Amour, You Don't Bring Me Flowers, The Man That Got Away, People, The Way We Were, All That Jazz and many many more.
The concert stars UK born, and award winning singer, Nicky Deanne with Yanik Giroux on Piano and special guests Canadian Pacific Ballet who will delight the audience with a variety of dance to some of these wonderful songs.
For ticket information please visit www.rmts.bc.ca or call the McPherson Box Office at (250) 386-6121
The Slide Room Gallery (at the Vancouver Island School of Art)
October 3rd - 20th
Push/Pull
An exhibition curated by Sandra Doore and Lynn Shusholz from the Art Produce Gallery in San Diego. They will bring together the works of artists from San Diego and Victoria. All artists included are also involved in an educational system in some way. This is part on an exchange exhibition. The San Diego dates of Push/Pull are May 25 - June 29.
Opening reception, Friday, October 3rd @ 7:30
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.
For up-to-date listings: slideroomgallery.com
John MacArthur
The Superior
Saturday Oct 4th
John MacArthur at The Superior 7 - 10PM (with Maureen and Sean)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur
Heron Rock Bistro
Monday Oct 6th
John MacArthur at Heron Rock Bistro, James Bay 6:30 - 9:00PM (with Maureen Washington)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
John MacArthur
Cowichan Bay Resort
Friday Oct 10th
John MacArthur at Cowichan Bay Resort 7:30 - 10:30PM (Maureen Washington, John Wade)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Theatre Inconnu
Oct 15th - Nov 1st
Copenhagen by Michael Frayn
1923 Fernwood Road
"Endlessly fascinating" New York Times.
This Tony Award winning play has been receiving rave reviews for the past decade. It examines the mystery surrounding a meeting between physicists Werner Heisenberg and Neils Bohr in 1941 in Copenhagen, where Bohr was in exile. Both had been previously working together in Germany, in the field of nuclear research. Heisenberg's visit with Bohr may have marked a turning point in his willingness to cooperate with Hitler. However, Frayn demonstrates that the perspective of the viewer dictates the interpretation of events.
Information and reservations: (250) 360-0234
tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
John MacArthur
Heron Rock Bistro
Friday Oct 17th
John MacArthur at Heron Rock Bistro, James Bay 7 - 9:30PM (Melinda Whitaker and Sean Drabitt)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
2008 Flamenco Feria
Saturday, October 18th, 8:00 pm, doors open at 7:30pm
The Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour Hotel, 728 Humboldt Street
The Flamenco de la Isla Society invites you to the 2008 Flamenco Feria.
Please join us for a Taste of Spain!
Proceeds help support scholarships and educational resources for the art of flamenco.
Prize for best flamenco or gypsy costume!
Tickets: $50 General, $40 members
Available in Victoria at: Munro's, Ivy's, Chronicles of Crime and Larsen Music.
This event sells out quickly! Please get your tickets early.
Info: (250) 384-8832 or www.almadeespana.com
Email: almadeespana@shaw.ca
The Slide Room Gallery (at the Vancouver Island School of Art)
October 24th - November 17th
Urban Place and Space
A group exhibition of artists whose work addresses ideas around urban spaces and the city as a place for work, play and living.
Opening reception and symposium, Saturday, October 25th @ noon
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.
For up-to-date listings: slideroomgallery.com
John MacArthur
Heron Rock Bistro
Friday Oct 31st
John MacArthur at Heron Rock Bistro, James Bay 7 - 9:30PM (Mike Broadley)
Contact : (250) 479-6208
Email:
jandlmac@shaw.ca
John MacArthur's website
Halloween Dance
October 31st
Mary Winspear Centre - Bodine Hall
"Nextwave" Live Band with Costumes and Impersonations!
Tickets $25.00
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
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Theatre Inconnu
Oct 15th - Nov 1st
Copenhagen by Michael Frayn
1923 Fernwood Road
"Endlessly fascinating" New York Times.
This Tony Award winning play has been receiving rave reviews for the past decade. It examines the mystery surrounding a meeting between physicists Werner Heisenberg and Neils Bohr in 1941 in Copenhagen, where Bohr was in exile. Both had been previously working together in Germany, in the field of nuclear research. Heisenberg's visit with Bohr may have marked a turning point in his willingness to cooperate with Hitler. However, Frayn demonstrates that the perspective of the viewer dictates the interpretation of events.
Information and reservations: (250) 360-0234
tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
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The Slide Room Gallery (at the Vancouver Island School of Art))
October 24th - November 17th
Urban Place and Space
A group exhibition of artists whose work addresses ideas around urban spaces and the city as a place for work, play and living.
Opening reception and symposium, Saturday, October 25th @ noon
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.
For up-to-date listings: slideroomgallery.com
Early Music Society of the Islands
November 1st
Studio de Musique Ancienne de Montréal and Les Sacqueboutiers de Toulouse (France)
The Splendor of San Marco
Two of the world's leading early music ensembles collaborate to sample the glorious musical heritage of the Venetian Cathedral. Gabrieli, Monteverdi, and Vivaldi made St. Mark's famous for its music for brass and antiphonal choirs.
Contact: (250) 882-5058
info@earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
www.earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
Interactive Futures
Nov 13th - 15th
Odeon, Capitol 6, Plan B Lounge, Conference Centre, Open Space, Fairmont Empress Hotel
Interactive Futures draws attention to the expanding artistic field of new media through performances, installations and educational events.
Contact: (250) 389-0444
www.vifvf.com
Dust Poets
Charlie White Theatre
Presented by the Mary Winspear Centre
November 14th 7:30pm
The Dust Poets are a five-piece acoustic folk-pop group with roots deep in the Canadian prairie. Well known for their infectious spirit, genre-bending originals, hot instrumental chops, and juicy harmony singing.
Adults $25, Seniors $22, Students/Children $18
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
Canadian Pacific Ballet
The Snow Queen
November 14th - 15th
McPherson Playhouse
World Premiere of Canadian Pacific Ballet's production of Hans Christian Anderson's The Snow Queen - November 14-15, 2008 at the elegant McPherson Playhouse. Join us and be swept away with Gerda, Kay and the Snow Queen in this magical tale of loves transcendence. With beautiful music, glorious costumes and a delightful cast of characters..we welcome you to bring your imagination with you and watch the story come to life.
McPherson Box Office: 250-386-6121 or 1-888-717-6121
Goldilocks and the Christmas Bears
Charlie White Theatre
November 15th and 16th 2:00 pm
presented by Four Seasons Musical Theatre
Adults $10 Students/Seniors $9 Children $8
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
Victoria Operatic Society
November 21st - 30th
Guys and Dolls
McPherson Playhouse
Guys and Dolls, winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, is a toe-tapping is a Broadway favorite that tells the story of Nathan Detroit, the organizer of the oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York, who bets fellow gambler Sky Masterson that he can't make the next girl he sees fall in love with him. The next girl he sees happens to be Miss Sarah Brown, a pure-at-heart Salvation Army-type reformer, and the stage is set for an evening of high spirited entertainment full of laughter, love and song.
Contact VOS Admin Office: (250) 381-1021
www.vos.bc.ca
vosadmin@vos.bc.ca
The Slide Room Gallery (at the Vancouver Island School of Art)
November 21st - December 8th
Paradox of the Absurd
An exhibition of Sandra Doore's sculptural works that explore our fascination with the body without organ and the anxiety and tension that arises by contemplating the impossibility of attaining such ideals. Doore's visual language attempts to bridge the divide between artistic exploration and psychological inquiry.
Opening reception, Friday, November 21st @ 7:30 pm
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.
For up-to-date listings: slideroomgallery.com
Early Music Society of the Islands
November 22nd
Special Concert
Tafelmusik (Toronto)
Mozart, Haydn and "le Mozart noir"
Canada's world-acclaimed period instrument orchestra presents two of the best-loved masterpieces of the classical repertoire: Mozart's Symphony No. 29 and Haydn's C Major Cello Concerto. Also featured are works by "the black Mozart", Le Chevalier Saint Georges.
Contact: (250) 882-5058
info@earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
www.earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
Santa's Light Parade
November 22nd
Downtown Victoria
5:30 pm start. Coloured lights with over 50 entries in this evening holiday parade. Also includes the collection of food bags for local Mustard Seed Food Bank. Over 40,000 spectators watch this popular annual event. Fun for the whole family.
Contact: (250) 382-3111
ANCHORS AWEIGH!
City of Gardens Chorus (You haven't seen a contemporary chorus like THIS one before!)
November 22nd
Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly's X Rd, Saanichton
Set sail on the 'Harmony Princess' with the zany passengers and crew of the award-winning City of Gardens Chorus as they entertain with their incredible choreographed harmonies and spirited humour! Partial proceeds to VOCYL, Victoria Opportunities for Community Youth Leadership.
2:00pm show (1:00 doors) - $20
7:30pm show (6:30 reception; 9pm dance) - $30
Complimentary refreshments served both shows.
Tickets at: 250-381-7102, Munro's Books 382-2464, Tanner's, Sidney 656-2345, Ivy's, Oak Bay 598-2713, www.members.shaw.ca/sing
DAVID and LAURIE LADMORE
2008 Holiday Show and Sale of New Work
5 weekends starting Saturday November 22nd
7-103 Menzies Street (upstairs)
David and Laurie's annual holiday show and sale of oils, acrylics, watercolours and etchings. Crows, cats, figures, local landscapes and more. We will be open 10am - 5pm the following weekends:
Saturday, November 22nd and Sunday, November 23rd
Saturday, November 29th and Sunday, November 30th
Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th
Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th
Saturday, December 20th and Sunday, December 21st
and by appointment
Contact: (250) 361-3243
davidlaurieladmore@shaw.ca
www.davidladmore.com
www.laurieladmore.com
PAUL & MELINA Opera with a Twist & a Kiss
Charlie White Theatre
Presented by the Mary Winspear Centre
November 27th 7:30pm
Singing everything from opera to Broadway and beyond, the pair never fails to win the hearts of their fans. Their signature pieces like "All I Ask of You" from Phantom of the Opera, "O Soave Fanciulla" from La Boheme and the renowned duet "The Prayer" have audiences everywhere clamoring for more.
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
Stinking Fish Studio Tour
November 28-30, 2008, 10am - 5pm
Metchosin and East Sooke
The annual fall Stinking Fish Studio Tour in Metchosin and East Sooke runs November 28 - 30, 10am-5pm. A self guided tour of the studios of 18 artists, working in the fine arts of pottery, painting, printmaking, sculpture, mosaic, fabric, floral, jewellery, woodwork, blown glass, and metal. For information call 250-474-2676. Maps available at www.stinkingfishstudiotour.com
Click here for pdf brochure
THE RIVALS - Offenbach, Gilbert & Sullivan
Charlie White Theatre
November 29th 8:00 pm
The Victoria Gilbert & Sullivan Society joins forces with Canadian Pacific Ballet to explore the similarities and differences between the music of Gilbert & Sullivan and Jacques Offenbach.
Offenbach was the doyen of French composers in the late 1800's as were Gilbert & Sullivan in England. The music they produced lends itself equally to voice and dance.
This will be an evening of gaiety, laughter and fun, certain to delight all ages. Come and enjoy some of the most singable and danceable music from these two great composers.
Adults $25 Seniors $22 Students/Children $18
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
Bob McKay: A Concert of Small Bowls
201 Grantville St, Salt Spring Island
November 29th and 30th, 10am - 5pm
A two day show and sale of woodturning by Bob McKay featuring more than fifty new smaller pieces (less than 7" diameter)
Contact: (250) 537-9862
bob@bobmckaywoodturner.com
http://www.bobmckaywoodturner.com/small/
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December
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The Slide Room Gallery (at the Vancouver Island School of Art)
November 21st - December 8th
Paradox of the Absurd
An exhibition of Sandra Doore's sculptural works that explore our fascination with the body without organ and the anxiety and tension that arises by contemplating the impossibility of attaining such ideals. Doore's visual language attempts to bridge the divide between artistic exploration and psychological inquiry.
Opening reception, Friday, November 21st @ 7:30 pm
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.
For up-to-date listings: slideroomgallery.com
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DAVID and LAURIE LADMORE
2008 Holiday Show and Sale of New Work
5 weekends starting Saturday November 22nd
7-103 Menzies Street (upstairs)
David and Laurie's annual holiday show and sale of oils, acrylics, watercolours and etchings. Crows, cats, figures, local landscapes and more. We will be open 10am - 5pm the following weekends:
Saturday, November 22nd and Sunday, November 23rd
Saturday, November 29th and Sunday, November 30th
Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th
Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th
Saturday, December 20th and Sunday, December 21st
and by appointment
Contact: (250) 361-3243
davidlaurieladmore@shaw.ca
www.davidladmore.com
www.laurieladmore.com
Sooke Harbour House Gallery
Edward Milne Community School Student Artwork
for the month of December
Sooke Harbour House Hotel, Restaurant, Gallery and Spa
1528 Whiffen Spit Road, Sooke, BC
Contact: Sharan Nylander (250) 642-3421, extension 305
gallery@sookeharbourhouse.com
www.artgallery.sookeharbourhouse.com
Wonderful Christmas Time
Charlie White Theatre
December 5th and 6th 7:30pm
December 7th 2:00 pm
Peninsula Singers Present:
WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS TIME - a musical salute to the spirit of Christmas, featuring favourite carols, great ensemble acts and the crowd pleasing audience sing-a-long. The concert will spotlight a UVIC student, Vaness Toews, on trumpet. Non-perishable donations to the Sidney Food Bank will be collected. All profits to local charities.
Tickets $20 and $10 if under 12
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
Theatre Inconnu
Before Play by Janet Rothman and Howie Seigel
December 17th - January 3rd
1923 Fernwood Road
Winner of the 2007 Canadian National Play Writing competition, this play was described by jurors as: "fabulous...great characters...great roles. Lovely and truthful." This is a locally written play, co-authored by two Victoria celebrities; and will also be performed by the talented writers! It is a moving story of rediscovered past love, and is full of humour, suspense and insight. We are proud and delighted to premiere this play in Victoria. A real treat for the holiday season!
Information and reservations: 250-360-0234
tinconnu@islandnet.com
www.theatreinconnu.com
Aladdin
Charlie White Theatre
starting December 19th, various dates and times
Peninsula Players presents Aladdin:
Peninsula Players, of the oldest community theatre groups in British Columbia, is for the first time in their history, producing a traditional British Panto ... "Aladdin". Panto is short for pantomime. Not the silent pantomime of Marcel Marceau ... Oh no! Christmas is a noisy, boisterous, humorous, glamorous entertainment that has been the mainstay of the British Christmas Season for over a century.
Why produce a pantomime?
Because it is fun ... both for the cast and audience. It's saucy, it's silly, and it's special. It's a one-of-a-kind FAMILY CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT.
Grandparents and grandchildren and everyone in between can cheer together and jeer together and sing along too if they wish. In "Aladdin", there is a mischievous hero, a beautiful princess, a venomous villain, a scatter-brained washerwoman and all sorts of nuts and bolts and dingbats and dolts on stage (and often in the audiince too).
"Aladdin" is written and directed by a newcomer to Sidney, Dick Mells. Mr. Mells has produced and directed dozens of plays and musicals both in Canada and in his native country, New Zealand, and has written, produced and directed the
Opening Ceremonies for the Canada Games.
Dick is happy to have moved to Sidney and is very enthusiastic about this exciting new venture.
Adults $18 Students/Seniors $16
Friday December 19 7:30 pm
Saturday December 20 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday December 21 7:30 pm
Monday December 22 7:30 pm
Tuesday December 27 7:30 pm
Sunday December 28 2:30 pm
Contact: Mary Winspear Centre
2243 Beacon Avenue
Sidney, BC
250-656-0275
sherriimhoff@marywinspearcentre.ca
VIVA Chorale & Young Mens Choir
by December 31st, 2008
Auditions for the celebrated VIVA Chorale & Young Mens Choir, plus free voice coaching sessions for other groups in
Colwood and at UVic. will be held Jan 6, 8, 11 & 18 for singers aged 6-18 by Dec. 31, 2008 - beginner to advanced, by
appointment.
Contact Artistic Director Connie Foss More at 250-472-2655, 658-3407
viva@vivachoirs.ca
www.vivachoirs.ca
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