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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Party Like You’re 17 Again at Theatre SKAM’s Birthday Bash
January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One of my favourite Victoria theatre companies, Theatre SKAM, is turning 17! And in inimitable SKAM fashion, they'll have you partying like you are too. Where else would you be able to experience the Odd Fellows Hall (a heritage building located at 1315 Douglas) without being a member? … [Read more...]
Finding The Poem in Your Heart’s Garden with Wendy Morton at RRU
January 7, 2012 By 1 Comment
Have you ever written poetry? Do you believe, as I did, that your muse has abandoned you? A prolific writer in my teens and twenties, I had all but given up on my writing until a chance encounter with Victoria area poet, Wendy Morton, at Planet Earth Poetry. … [Read more...]
Theatre Inconnu announces their 2012 season
December 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It promises to be another fantastic season at Theatre Inconnu in 2012. Consistently producing some of the most challenging theatre I have the pleasure of seeing in any given year, on a bare-bones budget, with semi-professional actors, and mentoring emerging theatre artists, Theatre Inconnu merits your attention! Established in 1978 by Katya Kern-Aho and Clayton Jevne, they are Victoria's longest surviving alternative theatre company. The list … [Read more...]
Merlin’s Sun Theatre – little known theatrical space in Victoria BC
December 7, 2011 By 14 Comments
Tucked away in the quiet residential neighbourhood of Fairfield is one of Victoria’s best kept theatrical secrets – a small 50 seat, purpose-built home theatre. Originally known as La Run, and constructed in 1995 by Romany Miller, it is now the home of Timothy Gosley, Petra Kixmoeller and their two children. During its previous incarnation, La Run hosted many readings, and evenings of music. Publicity was mainly word of mouth … [Read more...]
