We are truly blessed in Victoria, BC – voted Cutural Capital of Canada in 2008. This summer theatre season includes: The Victoria Shakespeare Society performing Richard the III and Taming of the Shrew at Camosun College, Landsdowne Campus ASAP Theatre performing A Party Worth Crashing and The Next Five Years at the Canadian College of Performing Arts Hall, 1701 Elgin Ave in Oak Bay. Belfry Theatre and Billy Bishop Goes to … [Read more...]
Vic High Community Choir 5th Anniversary Concert
May 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Vic High Community Choir is celebrating their 5th anniversary with a concert Wednesday June 9th, 7:30pm in the Wallace Auditorium atVic High, 1260 Grant Street, Victoria BC. Their special guest will be Colleen Eccleston, an engaging performer and phenomenal vocalist. The choir was formed in 2005 by Mark Hellman, a well know local actor, musician and puppeteer. I had the pleasure of meeting Mark when he coached my son in voice and … [Read more...]
Arts Cuts Affect Us All
August 3, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Our local radio station, CFAX 1070, has on online poll “Would significant funding cuts to British Columbia’s arts programs affect you personally?” To me, the results are astonishing – over 60% of respondents indicate that they are not personally affected. And yet, if you have ever attended a live theatre performance, walked through the art gallery, listened to a free outdoor concert, sang in a choir, been a participant at a community … [Read more...]
