The Rocky Horror Show Live, produced by Atomic Vaudeville, October 19-29, 2016. A review. It’s a triple hit wonder—for a third year running, The Rocky Horror Show (on until October 29th at the Metro Studio Theatre) teases and tantalizes with delicious debauchery and show-stopping song and dance numbers. Believe it or not, there are still people who have not seen The Rocky Horror Show—either live or film versions. What would Hallowe’en be … [Read more...]
The Rocky Horror Show Live, produced by Atomic Vaudeville, October 19-29, 2016. A review.
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ArtSmarts Monday Magazine September 2016
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ArtSmarts Monday Magazine September 2016. Hotbed of creativity marks fall. This content was first published in the September 2016 of Monday Magazine and I have been given permission to re-publish it online. September is truly the New Year in the arts community as arts practitioners present their new seasons for your pleasure. It’s a wonderful time to experience the arts in myriad forms—whether it be evocative and unusual music, a … [Read more...]
Early Music Society of the Islands Presents–Handel and His Rivals. September 17, 2016. Media release.
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Early Music Society of the Islands Presents Early Music Society of the Islands Presents--Handel and His Rivals. September 17, 2016. Media release. Renowned American soprano Amanda Forsythe joins the Pacific Baroque Orchestra for a thrilling programme of 18th century opera arias. Amanda Forsythe. Image by Arielle Doneson As part of its ongoing Northwest Baroque Masterworks Project, Early Music Society of the Islands (EMSI), with Christ Church … [Read more...]
Dispatches from the Victoria Fringe 2016. Day Seven.
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Dispatches from the Victoria Fringe 2016. Day Seven. Victoria Fringe Festival August 22-September 4, 2016. Reviews of A Tension to Detail by Gerard Harris and Divided Heart by Allie Weigh, The Lion the Bitch and the Wardrobe by Sharon Mahoney As always, my complete Victoria Fringe Festival 2016 coverage can be found HERE: Be sure to page through since there are dozens of entries–previews, and picks, as well as reviews. I have written … [Read more...]
Fat Sex at the Victoria Fringe Festival 2016. Interview with Steve Larkin
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Fat Sex at the Victoria Fringe Festival 2016. Interview with Steve Larkin. Steve Larking is performing his solo poetry-music show at the Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival August 22-September 4, 2016 and at the Vancouver Fringe Theatre Festival September 8-18, 2016. He was kind enough to answer a few questions. How long have you been producing work on the Fringe circuit? As an artist? I first came over in 2006 doing a double act … [Read more...]
ArtSmarts Monday Magazine August 2016
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ArtSmarts Monday Magazine August 2016. This content was first published in the August 2016 of Monday Magazine and I have been given permission to re-publish it online. Summer Music Festival set to sizzle Summer—a time to relax and kick back, often outdoors, or on an unexpected exploration to another area of the city or region—perhaps enjoying a different performance genre. Festivals abound, including my personal favourite—the … [Read more...]
Animal Crackers at Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre August 2-14, 2016. A review.
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Animal Crackers at Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre August 2-14, 2016. A review. Blue Bridge Theatre’s Animal Crackers (August 2nd-August 14th 2016 at the Roxy Theatre in Quadra Village) is a crazy caper--pure pandemonium in which much hilarity ensues. Endless quips and groaners flow in syncopated patter. Blink and you’ll miss it! This madcap and wild ride into the imagination of the illustrious masters of comedy—the Marx Brothers—is vividly … [Read more...]
Langham Court Theatre 2016-2017 season
August 4, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Langham Court Theatre 2016-2017 Season Langham Court Theatre enters its 88th season with the tag-line, “Driven by Passion. Fuelled by Community”. Production Chairs Roger Carr and Keith Digby, assisted by the Play Selection Committee, have compiled a season of award winners and classics for theatre goers. Next To Normal September 28, 2016 to October 15, 2016 Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey, music by Tom Kitt Directed by Gregg … [Read more...]
Canadian College of Performing Arts 2016-2017 season
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Canadian College of Performing Arts 2016-2017 season To celebrate their 19th season, the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) returns to classics by Thornton Wilder, Dylan Thomas, and the celebrated duo of Gilbert and Sullivan, as well as the much loved Disney musical Beauty and the Beast. Students of Company C, the Year 3 theatre collective, in collaboration with the Belfry Theatre, will premiere a new work, This Little Light, by local … [Read more...]
Animal Crackers, a family friendly musical at Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre August 2-14,2016. Preview.
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Animal Crackers, a family friendly musical at Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre August 2-14,2016. Preview. (Media Release). Before Monty Python, before Jerry Seinfeld, before all contemporary comic angels of anarchy, there were the Marx Brothers. Chico, Groucho, Harpo and Zeppo blazed their way through vaudeville, Broadway and Hollywood with their unique blend of comic and musical talents. They were, quite simply, hailed as one of the greatest … [Read more...]
