With its snappy dialogue and tight physical comedy, The Graduate—currently at Langham Court Theatre until March 22nd—will have you laughing appreciably at the innuendo and humming along to songs that defined a generation. Originally written by Charles Webb (more about his story later) in 1963 and adapted into the iconic “coming of age” movie directed by Mike Nichols, the play by Terry Johnson dates from 2000. Fans of the movie will find that … [Read more...]
Hearts of the World Coeurs du Monde at École Victor-Brodeur
March 4, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Hearts of the World/Coeurs du Monde at École Victor-Brodeur in Victoria BC. Sylvie Rochette is an artist and sculptor based in Victoria who learned of French sculptor François Michaud's project, and vowed to bring it to the West Coast. An artist with a big heart! There is a huge buzz surrounding Victoria's École Victor-Brodeur these days. An artist has established himself in a temporary residency to create a heart… but not any … [Read more...]
Victoria Arts Adventures March 2014
February 27, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Victoria Arts Adventures March 2014. When I started writing about the arts, some of my first posts were an attempt to capture what was happening on a seasonal basis in the theatre community in Victoria BC. It provided a place to get all the theatre listings in one place—I figured if I was having trouble keeping it straight most people would have the same problem. Since 2011 the number of offerings has increased exponentially, and I've also … [Read more...]
Langham Court Theatre presents “Here’s To You Mrs Robinson” group art exhibition and sale. Mar 5-22 2014
February 26, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Langham Court Theatre Presents ~ “Here’s to You, Mrs. Robinson” Group Art Exhibition and Sale Langham Court Theatre has invited 30 artists of various backgrounds and mediums to produce work inspired by the 1960’s iconic coming-of-age story, The Graduate. The art show concept is to connect the art work to the theatrical production allowing the theatre audience to experience a unique opportunity of visual expression through the eyes and minds of … [Read more...]
Puente Theatre update February – May 2014
February 26, 2014 By Leave a Comment
They’ve been busy at Puente Theatre recently, and are about to get even busier. Coming up (Friday February 28th) are A Party To End Seasonal Depression with the premiere of a puppet adaptation of Judd Palmer’s book The Umbrella and music by Bucan Bucan, followed by the next Analogue Launch and the closing night of WorldPlay, their series of play readings from around the world (Sunday March 2nd). You’ll want to be at either, or—hopefully—both of … [Read more...]
WordPLAY by Kerploding Theatre, March 1st, 2014. A preview.
February 26, 2014 By 2 Comments
Kerploding Theatre presents WordPLAY March 1st at the Intrepid Theatre Club as part of Intrepid Theatre’s The YOU Show series. I first met Mollison Farmer, Kerploding Theatre’s Artistic Director, during the Victoria Fringe Festival in 2013, where they presented Trunk! to enthusiastic young audiences as part of the Fringe Kids line-up. In the fall, I had the opportunity to see another show she directed—Amelia and the Dwarves—which was part of … [Read more...]
What Happened Was…by Theatre Inconnu Feb 18-Mar 8 2014. A review.
February 21, 2014 By Leave a Comment
What Happened Was by Theatre Inconnu Feb 18-Mar 8 2014. A review. Just like many a first date, What Happened Was (currently at Theatre Inconnu from February 19th –March 8th, 2014) is quirky, awkward and vulnerable. It also has a deliciously dark twist that elevates it from standard rom-com territory, and takes it into the realm of bold social commentary. All the action takes place in “real time” in the period slightly prior to, and during, … [Read more...]
Sip and Savour, March 27 2014 in Sidney BC.
February 21, 2014 By 1 Comment
Sip and Savour, March 27, 2014 in Sidney BC. One of the aspects of social media I have enjoyed the most since 2009 has been the opportunity to connect with individuals locally who I might not have met otherwise. This is the case with Steven Duck of TIDES Group (The Island's Destination and Event Service). Steve has a long history of guiding hiking, biking and gourmet tours—here on Vancouver Island, in BC, and also further afield in Italy, … [Read more...]
Intrepid Theatre announces the Deep End Presentation Series for 2014
February 21, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Intrepid Theatre announces the Deep End Presentation Series for 2014. Intrepid Theatre's recent announcement is exciting news for the local community of theatre enthusiasts. Recently Kelly Nestruck of the Globe and Mail named Winners and Losers (appearing here April 11/12) as one of his most significant arts events of 2013, calling it "jaw-dropping". You can read his full article here. I saw Jeff Leard's The Show Must Go On (scheduled for … [Read more...]
Victoria Spoken Word Festival 2014 – interview with Poet of Honour Barbara Adler
February 19, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Victoria Spoken Word Festival 2014 (VSWF) - interview with Poet of Honour Barbara Adler. Barbara is a poet, spoken word artist, slam champion and musician (accordion). She'll be in Victoria for the festival March 4-9, 2014, and is also offering a workshop (Sunday March 9th) that will be open to the public. Photo: Tony Hoare 2013 You participated in the inaugural Canadian Festival of Spoken Word. How have you seen the “scene” change in the … [Read more...]
