Glam, glitz and gambling. What fun! Step into your best gown or tux and out of this dreary and damp February weather. Imagine yourself in Montenegro at the famous Casino Royale, made popular by the Bond movie. For one night only, leave your pre-occupations aside for more pleasant pastimes at this fundraiser for the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA). The college holds a special place in my arts world. I remember hearing co-founder … [Read more...]
Casino Royale a fundraiser for the Canadian College of Performing Arts
February 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Sing Your Heart Out Vocal Jam Sunday February 12 2012
February 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Music! And people. What a great community building endeavour. Carol Sokoloff, a local poet, writer and jazz singer sent me information about the new "Sing Your Heart Out Vocal Jazz Jam" taking place at The Well 821 Fort St (Victoria BC) on Sunday February 12th 7pm. Come to listen or to sing at this weekly vocal jazz jam. Try out new tunes and polish your stage presence in a friendly atmosphere, with emcee Carol Sokoloff and Laura Cave on … [Read more...]
Impressions from “A Conversation on Amalgamation” February 7th, 2012 Victoria BC
February 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I arrived at SJ Willis Educational Centre to a packed auditorium - 150 people determined to share in this "Conversation on Amalgamation" convened by a volunteer committee of: Shellie Gudgeon, Tamara Hernandez, Rod Phillips, Susan Jones and Mat Wright. Since their involvement started largely due to conversations on Twitter, there was naturally a new media component to the evening. Here is the #yyjgov tweet stream as curated using … [Read more...]
A Conversation on Amalgamation in Victoria BC, February 7th SJ Willis
February 6, 2012 By 2 Comments
I'm a proponent of amalgamation, or, at the very least, greater sharing of services, in the Capital Regional District (Victoria BC). In the past I've participated in conversations and committees of the Chamber of Commerce and ad-hoc citizens' groups. … [Read more...]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Sin City: Carnies
February 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Sin City, a live improvised soap opera, is in its second season in Victoria. With Valentine's Day upcoming - why not celebrate by joining them for their 15th episode of Carnies! - the continuing story of travelling side-show performers in the Dust Bowl of 1931. Doors open at the Victoria Event Centre at 7:15 pm, with pre-show entertainment from strolling accordionist Grayson Walker. The show begins at 8pm. The Carnies have left a trail of … [Read more...]
Victoria Spoken Word Festival 2012
February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I love social media! Without it, I likely would never have been exposed to the many spoken word artists who make Victoria their home, and foster an incredible community of practice. Missie Peters is a local spoken word artist, improvisor, actor and communications professional who saw a gap - and filled it. There are many slam events … [Read more...]
Madeleine Wood: Intimate Views at Madrona Gallery
February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Madrona Gallery is one of the newest galleries in downtown Victoria, offering some extremely interesting exhibits, and contributing to the conversation on the nature of art. Their newest feature opens February 11th with a retrospective of Madeleine Wood. Michael Warren, gallery owner, writes: Madeleine is based up in Fanny Bay now although spent the majority of her career in Vancouver. The piece "So much for Love" I am very excited to … [Read more...]
on the edge at the Belfry Theatre – Review
January 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I was first introduced to Michele Riml's work on the edge at the Belfry Theatre's Spark Festival during a reading of the "Yoga Studio" episode. The audience laughed appreciably at the character’s antics, relating to the reality of being that time-starved parent, searching for inner peace amid the pressing nature of familial duties. on the edge had its world première last week. … [Read more...]
Free Monthly Skates – Victoria BC
January 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I never really learned to skate. Growing up in Ucluelet, we had an ice surface at the Long Beach Airport, but it was strictly reserved for curling. In Victoria, however, there are numerous skating rinks. The City of Victoria even offers FREE monthly skates. the outdoor rink at City Hall earlier this winter Monthly Free Skates The City of Victoria Recreation Services and Save-On-Foods have partnered to offer monthly free skates in the … [Read more...]
New Works Festival – Canadian College of Performing Arts
January 18, 2012 By 1 Comment
Wouldn't you like to be able to say, just once, "I knew them when they were just starting out"? You'll have that opportunity at the Canadian College of Performing Arts New Works Festival January 19-21st in Victoria BC. Join creators in dance, theatre and playwriting; experience the pulse of youthful creation; learn what it means to be a performing artist in 2012. … [Read more...]
