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Trish Shwart at arc.hive September 14-29, 2024
After three years and completing the paintings, she realized: “ I was documenting my grief over the current unfolding environmental disaster.
Tanya Tagaq at the Farquhar Auditorium Sept 18, 2024
Guests at the Farquhar Auditorium are in for a special experience on September 18. Tanya Tagaq, Inuk throat-singer, composer, actor, author and activist, opens the venue’s fall season. Tagaq performs qiqsaaqtuq, with the Victoria Symphony, and sivuniti
An Unveiling: The VIS!
We are excited to share that for a month or so our team have been secretly working on something pretty fantastic – and it’s now ready to share with you! Say hello to Sunset’s new Interactive Virtual Stage system, a game changer for local speakers, t
Avis Rasmussen: The View from Here
Avis Rasmussen’s fascinating life as a visual artist comes into focus in The View From Here. The Victoria Arts Council (VAC) has collected over 100 artworks that chronicle her incredible journey, spanning over 60 years. The retrospective begins with an
Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas at Madrona Gallery
http://www.artopenings.ca/yahgulanaas.html
Summary:
Over the past two decades, his artworks have toured the world in solo shows, and been collected by major international museums and galleries.
Dale Roberts at the Chapel Gallery
This exuberant artist brings a life-like presence to luminaries he finds interesting. “I wonder who these people are,” he asks, “how they lived their lives and chose to express themselves.”
http://www.artopenings.ca/dale-roberts.html
Singer never forgot Victoria upbringing
Bobby Faulds would probably have loved his comeback gig at CFB Esquimalt this Saturday. Although he’ll only be there in spirit — the Edinburgh-born entertainer died Oct.
Joshua Watts at the Victoria Arts Council Sept 9 - Oct 30.
Joshua Watts at the Victoria Arts Council Sept 9 - Oct 30.
Review:
http://www.artopenings.ca/joshua-watts.html
Syrian poet and visual artist at Errant Art Space August 12-28, 2022
Homeland is an historic journey that reveals the artists’ pre-war lifestyle in Syria, the beginning of unrest, and finally, the trauma of dislocation. These artworks reflect on personal and cultural identity through the lens of memory and migrations.
Indigenous Cultural Offerings at Belfry Theatre
PREVIEW: http://www.artopenings.ca/bury-the-hatchet.html
B.A. Lampman at the Victoria Arts Council Gallery
Life's Work: A Visual Memoir
by B.A. Lampman
at the Victoria Arts Council Gallery
June 3 - July 17, 2022. Opening June 3, 7:00-9:00
Preview:
http://www.artopenings.ca/ba-lampman.html
Rande Cook at Leaf Modern Gallery
On April 1, 2022, Pope Francis apologized to First Nations, Inuit and Métis gathered at the Vatican in Rome.
Victoria educator Jerry Bryant was ‘giant musical force,’ taught at Esquimalt High
Jerry Bryant, a blues musician who had a knack for opening doors into the world of music for generations of local students, has died at age 98. The singer and jazz pianist, who was born in Kansas City on April Fool’s Day in 1923, died Aug. 19.
Denise Tierney at the Chapel Gallery May 6-15.
Preview:
http://www.artopenings.ca/denise-tierney.html
Denise Tierney at the Chapel Gallery May 6-15.
Carollyne Yardley at Deluge Gallery
Plastic is everywhere, explains Yardley in her introduction to Becoming Plastic. “It’s in the depths of the oceans and at the highest of mountaintops,” she says.
Samantha Dickie & Louisa Elkin at Fortune Gallery
Samantha Dickie’s conceptual ceramic sculptures
and
Louisa Elkin’s contemplative oil paintings
together at Fortune Gallery Feb 17-March 24, 2022.
Preview: http://www.artopenings.ca/dickie-elkin.html
Mike Kammerer returns to Fortune Gallery until Feb 11, 2022.
Preview:
https://www.focusonvictoria.ca/palette/173/
Finding Home: Paintings by Marnie Faunt and Karen Kaiser
Preview:
http://www.artopenings.ca/kaiser--faunt.html
Chrystal Phan at the Chapel Gallery
Chrystal Phan is a story teller. The tales she tells in her debut solo exhibition are monumental and multi-hued. They feature stories she’s heard from family and friends, embellished by her own imagination. All her paintings document some aspect of the
The 21-month battle to save Lucky Bar, one of Victoria's best-loved live music venues
Lucky Bar owner Dylan Pitcher was on the phone from inside his Yates Street nightclub Tuesday, chatting while he rapidly ticked the final items off his “maybe one day” list of renovations.
Replace baseboards? Check. Install new oak tabletops? Check
Samantha Dickie at the Victoria Arts Council Gallery.
Samantha Dickie presents
A Moment in Time
September 10 - October 31, 2021
Victoria Arts Council Gallery, 1800 Store Street,
Victoria. BC. V8T 4R4
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 12:00-5:00
Artist Talk: Sunday, October 17 @ 3PM, VAC Gall...
Jane Michiel at the Gage Gallery.
Jane Michiel has a five year history with Gage Gallery and is currently a board member. The creativity of her 20 colleagues inspires her, and she enjoys the freedom of being part of a non-profit organization. Focusing on faces for Charisma,...
Barbara McCaffrey at The Chapel Gallery
Barbara McCaffrey is a conceptual artist who uses fibre arts to express her ideas and experiences. She skillfully manipulates the materials at hand.
Visit the webpage here: http://www.artopenings.ca/barbara-mccaffrey.html
The Amazing Journey of a MISSA Artist
MaryLou Wakefield, a local Victoria artist, came away with a life-altering experience last summer. It changed her perspective on what she could achieve as an artist— with courage, curiosity and the willingness to take a risk. Here is her story.
Jo-Anne Silverman at Gage Gallery, 19 Bastion Square
Jo-Anne Silverman at Gage Gallery, 19 Bastion Square
NEW LOCATION - 19 Bastion Square
July 20 - August 8, 2021
http://www.artopenings.ca/joanne-silverman-21.html
Gage Gallery in Bastion Square
Gage Gallery Artists Collective
is MOVING to
19 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC. V8W 1H9
Gallery re-opens on June 29, 2021.
Laura Feeleus and Elizabeth Carefoot present Vivid Connections, June 29 - July 18, 2021.
See interviews with ...
Alone with Trees, Grant’s solo show at the Gage Gallery
Alone with Trees, Grant’s solo show at the Gage Gallery,
presents a unique vision of BC’s coastal landscapes. Drawn in by the lush colours and flowing textures, the viewer must interpret the subtext of these surreal environments. Visu...
Ira Hoffecker presents Transitions at Fortune Gallery
Ira Hoffecker presents Transitions at Fortune Gallery
Ira Hoffecker presents Transitions at Fortune Gallery
Ira Hoffecker presents Transitions at Fortune Gallery
Karen Kaiser at Gage Gallery
http://www.artopenings.ca/karen-kaiser.html
Artist in Attendance:
April 20, 22, 30 and May 4 from 11:00 - 2:00
April 25 and May 9 from 12:00 - 4:00
Wonderful whimsy abounds in Karen Kaiser’s NEW WORKS. Using loose flowing brushwo...
Gillian Redwood at Xchanges Gallery
Gillian Redwood continues her experimental dance with universal energies in The Triumph of Light. This new series of expansive acrylic paintings illuminate Xchanges Gallery April 3-18. Zoom Artist Talk and Tour of the Exhibit:
Saturday, April 10th at 3:3
Margo Cooper and Elizabeth Carefoot at Gage Gallery
A lively Spring tonic awaits visitors to the Gage Gallery in early April 2021.
Margo Cooper and Elizabeth Carefoot present a vibrant series of abstractions titled Eccentric Deliberations. The artwork of this talented duo is eccentric in the best possible
Joanna Pettit at the Gage Gallery
“What Emerges” by Joanna Pettit.
Solo show at Gage Gallery Arts Collective
September 29 - October 18, 2020
http://www.artopenings.ca/joanna-pettit.html
Randall McGinnis at Xchanges Gallery.
Xchanges Gallery Is delighted to host PHOTOTEXTRINUM by Randall McGinnis in its physical space September 4-20, 2020
Randall McGinnis at Xchanges Gallery.
COVID measures are in place. The artist can welcome four visitors to the gallery...
Documentary tells story of Dishrags, Central Saanich all-female punk band
Red and Madame Dishrags are bios of Vancouver’s Red Robinson, the most famous radio disc jockey in B.C. history, and the Dishrags, a key but little-known female punk group from Victoria.
Arts group challenges community to get creative
Reports on Challenge Crisis with Creativity community art project created by Gage Gallery to help people during Covid 19
Gage Gallery’s community project will leave an important record of unprecedented times
Report on Gage Gallery Community Art Project designed to help people connect and donate during Covid-19
Orrie Tetoga Falesau (1988 – 2019)
Victoria hip-hop artist Orrie Falesau, known also by his stage name Orilla, has died. he was 30 years old. According to a GoFundMe page setup to support his partner and family, Falesau died in his sleep.
Born in the South Pacific island nation of Tuvalu,
A passing of the torch for Victoria's rock music history archives
Royal City Music Project co-founder Glenn Parfitt wants valuable cultural material preserved
A guide to film photography resources in YYJ
Interested in getting into film photography? Here's a helpful guide to awesome resources in Victoria, BC
ArtSea 2019 Spring Studio Tour
Like multiplying spring bulbs, the number of artists taking part in ArtSea’s Spring Studio tour has almost doubled over last year’s tour. Thirty artists will open their studio doors to the public on June 8 and 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....
Saanich elementary students draw attention to local ecosystem with art
Grade 4/5 students attending McKenzie Elementary produce poems and pictures for Swan Creek bridge
Alcheringa Changes Ownership
Alcheringa Gallery announces new ownership.
Alcheringa Gallery is delighted to announce the change of ownership from Founder and Director Elaine Monds, to Mark & Mary Loria. Mark is a well known local arts and culture advocate and leader...
The most picturesque places to watch live music in Canada
The artfully lit Copper Owl in Victoria, B.C.
Art House
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria welcomes Nuu-chah-nulth artists to Family Sunday; a buoyant community day with hands-on activities for learning about art, place and home.
Sidney Theatre Students Tackle The Dramatic Musical
Sometimes musicals aren’t all happy and cheery like many make them out to be.
Set in the late 1800’s, the dramatic musical Fires Burning takes the audience to a disaster that hits the small western town of Caldoon’s Crossing.
LAUNCH PAD THEATRE CO'S 2017 - 2018 SEASON
Launch Pad is pleased to introduce our 2017 - 2018 "A Kingdom for a Stage" Season
1964: Beatles' TV appearance sparked cultural revolution
1964: Beatles' TV appearance sparked cultural revolution
Animation in art education: the animated classroom
Abstract:
Our society is surrounded by a vast array of messages conveyed more and more with moving images animated to seem so realistic that it becomes difficult to know whether the images being viewed are "alive" or created by the human hand. Animation
EL Have Been a Band for 10 Years
Eric joins Jon Williams on the Afternoon Zone to talk about the upcoming 10th Anniversary of the band.
Welcome to rock 'n roll city
Local historian Glenn Parfitt was determined to create a website chronicling the early days of rock ’n’ roll in Victoria — despite the challenges involved in tracking down material.
VFF Review: Apology
The Apology follows the story of three women who were taken into sexual slavery during the Japanese Invasion throughout Asia in WWII by the Imperial Army
Studio Robazzo Re-Thinks Modern Design
"Whether they're designing visual identities, wooden coasters or stage sets, Studio Robazzo's eco-design approach is about changing our perceptions of what's possible."
Review: Canadian Guitarist West Coast Comerford happy to play blues
A story on west coast Canadian blues guitar man, West Coast Comerford. Comerford has played in many blues bands out of Victoria, including the Rockin' Devils, All Them Blues Band and Uncle Wiggly's Hot Shoes Blues Band. The piece was published on Digita
Memorial Arena left a capital legacy
Despite a shaky start and a history of missteps, the Barn on Blanshard had plenty of good times - See more at: http://www.timescolonist.com/memorial-arena-left-a-capital-legacy-1.9377#sthash.DfPdmRdo.dpuf
Union Club President's Ball
Dear Kim
I personally wanted to thank you and the troupe for such a fine fine evening on Saturday. Grace and I have had nothing but rave reviews about everything including how much everyone really enjoyed the dancing. The snake routine in the library was
Around Town Finding the Fun Side of Sin City
The Times Colonist attended a preview of Sin City the Improvised Serial and spoke with several cast members about the exciting Vegas 1961 setting, and the thrill of performing improvised theatre.
Kirsten Van Ritzen Returns For Another Round of Sin City
Actress/comedian Kirsten Van Ritzen discusses her acting career, passion for improv, and creating Sin City Live Improv Serial in Victoria with partner Ian Ferguson.
Victoria Book Prize Finalists Annouced
Celebrating 13 years, the Victoria Book Prize Society is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2016 City of Victoria Butler Book Prize and the Bolen Books Children’s Book Prize.
Deb Rhymer is dedicated to the blues
Deb Rhymer has worn numerous hats over the years, from Bette Midler impersonator to daycare operator. But the one that fits her best is blues booster.
Rhymer, a Victoria native, spends almost all her waking hours dedicated to blues, eith...
Ceramic sculptor Samantha Dickie
The ceramic sculpture of Samantha Dickie conveys both mystery and metaphor. The intriguing textural forms of her multi-component installations invite investigation. What are the structures made from? What do they contain? Why are some surfaces channelled,
Local Highlights of Poetry Month Events
Lovers of art and poetry will converge at two creative events in April in celebration of Poetry Month. These ekphrastic events – ekphrastic meaning a conversation between two pieces of art – will take place at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and t
Summer & The Sinners � Can�t Keep a Good Girl Down
Let me preface this review by saying I’ve known Summer since she was barely out of her teens and coming out to sit in or jam at various venues I was playing at around Victoria BC. I’ve watched her career with great interest and she has ...
No Liars @ Intrepid Theatre
Review of No Liars first show on June 7th 2015 from Tyson Edler of YYJ Rocktographers
Notes From JDF
Parts 1-5. An account of surfing in the Juan de Fuca (JDF) region on south Vancouver Island. No beaches are named in this book. With photos and contributions from Rivermouth Mike, James Murray, Danny Amato, and Bob Kemp, there is a special focus on the na
Start Your Weekend Off Right with Everybody Left
A review of Everybody Left's Season One (2009 - 13) compilation album.
Scattered Artists 2015 Tour
Saanich Scattered Artists tour giving back to the community and making it richer
Giving back to the community is a strong focus for the growing number of artists participating in the 12th Annual Scattered Artists S...
Opening Doors for Artists
"As a writer, photographer and graphic design artist, I know how difficult it is to have a venue to showcase and sell my work. Also, there are not too many high salaries in the Arts field, and trying to make a decent income can be an uphill battle. Many p
Pj Kelly ~ 'Frontier' : Review by Debora Alanna
Review by Debora Alanna:
Pj Kelly's current show, 'Frontier' @Polychrome Fine Arts gallery - Victoria BC
The Birthday Party Paintings
The Birthday Party Paintings by Christine Clark reviewed by Debora Alanna
‘The Birthday Party Paintings' ~ 3-19 October 2014
Xchanges Gallery
“Oscillatio”
Review of “Oscillatio” exhibit by Sarah Cowan and Connie Michele Morey at xChanges gallery.
Ravenous. Carollyne Yardley and Rande Cook at Alcheringa Gallery
Language evolves according to circumstance. Using terms like Indian, aboriginal, native, indigenous or First Nations is full of potential pitfalls. Writers must be careful to use the currently acceptable vocabulary. It’s important to be b...
Sauce Restaurant closes doors for final time in downtown Victoria
Sauce Restaurant and Lounge, a once-popular downtown Victoria eatery at the corner of Yates and Wharf streets that has struggled as of late, closed its doors for good Wednesday morning.
Sauce management let the news out via social media ...
Interview with BLACKWOOD KINGS
Blackwood Kings are one of the newer bands to emerge from Vancouver Island's ska and reggae scene, but these boys are bringing a whole new groove to the island. Their sound is hard to pin, but something totally all their own. We got a chance to talk wi
Album Review: The Drastics - Waiting
The Drastics are an amazing band to see live! While as a live band they usually count on improvisation to really nail the live experience, this album stands up to their live performance, if not makes it stronger.
Album Review: 10ft Ganja Plant - Shake up the Place
10 Ft. Ganja Plant Have already earned the reputation for making some of today's best reggae beats as well as having stellar production, and this album carries on that tradition.
Album Review: The Beatdown - Walkin' Proud
The Beatdown
Walkin' Proud
CD - LP
Stomp Records - STMP099
The Beatdown have become masters of their craft! Their 2010 debut album saw the group carry on the work put down with One Night Band and carried into into garage rock terri...
Album Review: Sticky Fingers - Caress Your Soul
This sounds like the clash between the end of the two-tone era with the sharp sounds of The Jam, The Clash, and the reggae influence from groups like Katchafire and 10FT Ganja Plant. The production is pretty smooth and really makes the album an above a
Soprano’s Bar shuts down but don’t count out karaoke
Soprano’s Bar, Victoria’s only live karaoke joint and notorious dive bar, has closed its doors for good, going out with a bang on New Year’s Eve.
A message posted on the bar’s Facebook page on Dec. 31 served as the official annou...
Recap of Victoria's 14th Annual Ska Festival
It is with a smile that we close the book on the 14th chapter of the Victoria Ska Festival. This entry is a look back on what made this year so special, and what we hope to build on in the future.
Ska Fest Memories #1
We've had plenty of awesome bands come through our festival, and here are just a few memories from some of the artists we've had come by.
How did D'Arcy ska?
In the "How did blank ska?" feature, we'll get into just how our organizing team got into ska and reggae music. This first edition features our merchandise coordinator, D'Arcy Briggs
Interview with Marcus Geard and Glen Pine of THE SLACKERS
This interview also appears in issue #51 of Absolute Underground.
New York’s The Slackers have been combining ska, dub, reggae, and rock n’ roll for over 20 years. The Hellcat Re
Interview with Chris Demakes of LESS THAN JAKE
For people who don’t know much about your band, you were on a major label for a while, Capitol Records, right?&a&l
Interview with Ryland Steen of REEL BIG FISH
Welcome to Victoria. Have you ever been here before? If not, what are your first impressions?
Ryland “Rabbit” Steen: This is my first time ever being here, and I think it’s the band’s firs
Top 10 Albums of 2012
2012 was a great year for ska and reggae music. We've produced a list of what we feel are the top 10 albums that were the best of the genre in 2012.
whitehot | March 2009, The Ministry of Casual Living
In 2002, Dave Gifford and Stephen Nguyen found themselves in the not uncommon position of being art-school students with no place to live. While many would simply resign themselves to a period of complaisant couch-surfing, Gifford and Nguyen took their ho
Interview with Rocky Mountain Rebel Music
Interview with RMRM done in October, 2012 by D'Arcy Briggs
Ska Fest: So first off, RMRM have become known as one of the region's best ska, reggae, and party bands. What were some of the original ideas behind the group and how would yo...
Interview with Heads Hang Heavy
Interview with HHH was done in June, 2012 by D'Arcy Briggs
Ska Fest: When and where do you guys meet? When did you decide to form the band?
HHH: We all met through playing in other projects together. For example, our drummer, Pher, and Ch...
Old Man Markley: “We’re punk rockers playing bluegrass!"
On July 2nd I had the pleasure to interview Old Man Markley on tour with NOFX, & Teenage Bottle Rocket. With their hard work ethics they deserve every opportunity that comes their way. With their high-energy stage presence they give you a t...
Thoughts of Phil Anselemo
On a laconic Friday afternoon, Absolute Underground gathered to quiz an icon - Phillip H. Anselmo. He is one of the few stars who have remained 'underground' while courting success with top-sellers Pantera and Down. Through smaller projects such as Superj
Hank III “You Play Your Show & You Say Hello”
June 19th we set out on a mission to interview Hank III at his sold out show at The Venue, Vancouver BC. We managed to get a hold of him after the show where we went back to his bus for the interview. My tape recorder wasn’t working and S...
Nomeansno at the Royale Banquet Hall
Nomeansno at the Royale Banquet Hall
April 3rd By Allan MacInnis
Tom Holliston of Nomeansno is a baseball fan, so it was fortunate for him that the band’s recent Japanese tour - only their second in their 30 year history - took plac...
Get Lucky with Tom Holliston!
I’ve always thought that someone should rhyme “Erik Estrada” with “vagina dentata” in a song, and it occurred to me, when I came late and awestruck to the solo output of songwriter and Nomeansno/Hanson Brothers guitarist Tom Holli...
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High times in Victoria: Remembering the Summer of Love
Remembering the Summer of Love
Author: Mike Devlin
