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Special Supplement October 2012

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for your support for a successful 2nd Annual Cowichan Valley Culture Days

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COWICHAN THEATRE PRESENTS Ballet Victoria

Ballet off Broadway Thurs. October 11 7:30 PM Dramatic, bold and beautiful – mixed program, new choreography

Ashley MacIsaac Thurs. November 1 7:30 PM

Juno Award-Winner Canadian Fiddle Phenom

Thank you to everyone who participated and celebrated the creativity of our region throughout the recent Culture Days events DOZENS OF FREE EVENTS HAPPENING IN KAMLOOPS! September 28-30. Celebrate the creativity of our city!

Artists, organizations and community in Kamloops Dozens of Free activities weregroups enjoyed all are hosting free, participatory arts and culture activities during the over the Cowichan Valley. Thank Culture Days weekend, and youʼre invited! you to all the With artists, organizations, community events happening all over the map, visit culturedays.ca to find out whatʼs happening in Kamloops and plan your groups and the public for making theweekend using the Bright Spots Schedule. Culture Days weekend a success.

Hawksley Workman Thurs. November 8 7:30 PM Juno-award winning multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter

The Lost Fingers Sat. November 17 7:30 PM Cheeky jazz manouche & swinging pop hits

COWICHAN TICKET CENTRE 250.748.7529 2687 James Street, Duncan BC V9L 2X5

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Introduction

Spice up your life: Your guide to a whole season of local arts and culture

here are those for whom life is just one big opportunity. They live for experiencing the new, the different — the tastes, the textures, the sights, the sounds and the scents they have never sensed before. And then there are those — probably the majority of us — to whom pleasure is the comfort of our couch and the warm glow of our 46-inch Sony. And while there are plenty of evenings when a cold beverage, some salty snacks and the companionship of Netflix are absolutely a good choice, they aren’t always the right choice — not even for the most rooted of couch potatoes. Because even introverts and anti-socialites need some stimulation sometimes and you don’t have to go to far to get it.

Culture Days — the nation-wide initiative that happened Sept. 28 to 30 — was aimed at raising awareness of the creative people in our communities and perhaps inspiring others to take part. In Cowichan, you are blessed to be surrounded with fine art, food, performers and activities that may inspire your heart, or free your soul — whether as a spectator or a participant. That’s why the News Leader Pictorial has published this, the second edition of its Arts and Culture guide, Let it be a resource for you. Make it a point to experience something different this year — be it once a week or once a month. Not all these adventures will be to your particular taste, but some will. Some may even awake a passion you never knew existed. And you never will know this passion if you spend the fall holed up in your living room.

Inside: Culture days: Calendar: Theatre: Music: Dance: Carving:

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Produced by: The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Publisher: Bill Macadam Published every fall by the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, Unit 2, 5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4 Phone: (250) 746-4471 Fax: (250) 746-8529 E-mail: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com Web site: cowichannewsleader.com

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Budding talents like Max Goering made like established virtuoso Anton Kuerti and let their fingers dance across the Cowichan Theatre’s vintage 1927 Steinway grand piano during Culture Days in Cowichan Sept. 28 to 30.

Culture Days

CULTURE DAYS EVENTS IN COWICHAN

Artsbeat: Discover all the culture right around the corner

• The Mud Room Clayworks demonstrated how the mud gets flung. • Visions Artists shared their talents in the Cowichan Suite of the Island Savings Centre. • JoVic Pottery hosted hands-on raku demonstrations. • Cowichan Valley Artisans demonstrated veneer marquetry, metal casting and clay work at the Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. • KilnArt Glass offered studio tours in Crofton. • The Cowichan Library offered chances to meet local authors. • Shawnigan’s O.U.R. Ecovillage hosted site tours and a cob building workshop: • Kaatza Station Museum and the Cowichan Valley Museum hosted open houses

Caitlin McKay

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laying a Steinway is a rare opportunity for most piano students. But during Culture Days they got that chance right here in Cowichan. Culture Days is a coast-to-coast movement intended to raise awareness about Canadians in the arts, and the cultural life in communities. And as part of the event this fall, the Cowichan Theatre gave the community a backstage tour and the chance to play the theatre’s 1927 Steinway Grand piano. “It is an opportunity to play a piano that is one of the few in the world. The piano is an important part of history for the area and it’s one of the cultural assets of the valley.” said Kirsten Schrader, the arts and culture manager

for the Cowichan Valley Regional District. This instrument is the pride of the Cowichan Theatre and organizers wanted music students to get a feel for what it is like to be a professional pianist. “With the sound and the acoustics of the theatre, and the piano, for kids learning to play the piano this is pretty exciting. They don’t get to play a piano like this and on stage,” said Schrader. Schrader joined the Culture Days movement to raise the profile of local artists and let the rest of Canada know the Cowichan Valley is a hub of cultural activity. “It’s a national celebration and there are a lot of artists here who work at a professional level and it’s important for us to not be left out of the cultural conversation or off the map,” she said. “We have a lot going on here and we’re trying to seize any opportunity to raise artists’ profiles.” This ivory opportunity was just one of the events happening in the valley as Culture Days made its Sept. 28 to 30 run.

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•• CULTURE •• Oct. 26-31

Owl’loween!!!: A super scary and fun week of learning about owls, vultures, and the reputations they hold. Come out for some fun events, informative session and special flying demos. Hawk Walks and Owl Prowls at $5 off, 1877 Herd Rd., Duncan, 250-746-0372 or go to the-raptors.com.

Nov. 17

Big Fat Quail Studio Art Show & Sale: A multi-artist event with so much to choose from including works by weaver Maria Curtis, pottery by Donnalee Holwerda, silversmith and jeweler Michele Heath, paintings by Caroline McDonald, fine woodworking wall mirrors by Tom Cairns and pottery by Susan Cairns, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 945 Mini Rd., Cowichan Bay. Email: dlholwerda@hotmail.com for more details.

Nov. 24

Sunrise Waldorf School Annual Family Christmas Fair: This Christmas Fair is a highly anticipated, island-known family event. Every room, nook and cranny in the school is transformed by the spirit

theatre, accommodations, dinner & breakfast starting at $115* per person *Plus taxes & fees. Call for complete details

of holiday magic into a place of wonder. Bring the family and enjoy seasonal crafts and activities for all ages, musical performances, delicious foods and shopping in the Artisan Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4344 Peters Rd., Cowichan Station.

by Lucia Frangione; music by Royal Sproule, Lewis Frere, Mark Lewandowski & Jason Bertsch

SEPTEMBER 21 to OCTOBER 27

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Blue Grouse Estate Vineyard & Winery: One of the founding estate wineries that helped establish the Cowichan Valley’s reputation as a wine producing-region invites you to experience the Blue Grouse Tasting Bar, open April to October, Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and October to March, Saturdays only, noon to 4 p.m., 4365 Blue Grouse Road, 250-743-3834.

BONUS SHOW! by Dan Needles, starring Rod Beattie

OCTOBER 31 to NOVEMBER 17

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Rocky Creek Winery: Enjoy true-tothe region and estate award-winning wines. Suggested pairing is the WOW factor Wild Blackberry and Organic Fair salt/pepper chocolate. Come see the beautiful gardens and enjoy the vineyards just before harvest. Open 11 to 4 p.m. every day except Tuesdays until after Thanksgiving. 1854 Myhrest Rd., Cowichan Bay. Call 250-748-5622 or go torockycreekwinery.ca.

from O. Henry stories, book & lyrics by Mark St. Germain, music & lyrics by Randy Courts

NOVEMBER 30 to DECEMBER 30

Check our website for upcoming 2013 Season! 1.800.565.7738 chemainustheatre.ca

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Theatre Alex Gallacher: Dramatic memories power community theatre stalwart through decades of plays Peter W. Rusland

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aking dramatic memories makes the stage special to actor and director Alex Gallacher. His memory-bank replays scenes from Mount Prevost Middle School’s The Snow Queen. “When I was four or five years old, mom (Maureen) took me and my brother (Pete) to see it. I was completely struck by that experience, and remember it to this day. “That’s where my strong interest in theatre comes from, and we’ve got a very strong theatre tradition in this valley.” But “it just doesn’t happen, you need folks who are passionate,” said Gallacher, 51, who directed the summer’s Pride & Prejudice. Pride was one pearl in a string of plays he’s led and acted in, primarily with the Shawnigan Players, bard@brentwood, South Island Musical Society, and Fly By Night troupes. “Audiences need to know they’re all welcome to participate,” the community theatre tout said. “Shawnigan Players has a new group every time we do a play. “The great thing about community plays is they’re memorable for people years later.

Alex Gallacher has worn many masks on Cowichan stages over the years. “King Lear (1991) was a powerful production with an amazing cast,” he said, applauding the late Terry Halonen as Lear. “As a director, you want the production to be memorable, not just consumed and forgotten.” The Duncan homeboy’s had plenty of practice. His directorial debut was King Lear. Other indoor and outdoor works followed, employing a variety of staging techniques. These included The Children’s Hour and Glengarry Glen Ross, both 2011; Pride & Prejudice 2012; Romeo & Juliet, 2003, Othello in ‘95; The Ugly Man, ‘94; and Unidentified Human Remains & The True Nature of Love in ‘92. “I like each play to be unique,” Evergreen Independent School’s principal said. “I tend to like a new venue for a play, or a Got an arts story to share? 250-856-0041

new way of staging. I love challenging actors, myself, and the audience in new ways of staging.” The biggest challenge is fitting the play into everyone’s busy life. “I prefer community to professional theatre because you meet people from all walks of life with varied interests. People who’ve never done theatre may come to it later in life and get inspired.” Others start early, including daughter, Hannah, 13. She hit the stage at age six in Gallacher-led As You Like It. “Pride & Prejudice had actors from age five to some in their 80s,” he said. “You have the generations working together, and that doesn’t always happen in our society.” Gallacher, the actor, relates to stage jitters after appearing in One Flew Over The Cuckoos’s Nest (1993), Zorba The Greek (2004), The Foreigner (2010), Arabian Nights (2011), Hamlet (1996), Brigadoon (‘98), Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me

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This summer’s Pride and Prejudice is one of the many productions directed by Alex Gallacher.

(‘94) and many more. “To be an actor, you have to put yourself out there. I’m nervous every performance going onstage, and you go through rehearsals with the uncertainty of if you’ll be able to inhabit the character you’re cast in.” He’ll next depict a serial killer in Mercury Players’ November version of Arsenic & Old Lace. “It’s exciting as an actor but also scary, and you have to remember that as a direc-

tor whose head is full of details about sets, props, advertising and costumes. “Your first job is working with actors, and that’s the most enjoyable part — working with people to bring out the story.” Gallacher lets scripts do the talking about morals. “I don’t do theatre to preach — my main interest, apart from it being collaborative art, is creating something beautiful with every production, whether comedy or tragedy.” The swimming coach and ballplayer picks scripts for plays he’d like to see, not secondguess viewer tastes. “A director should choose a play he or she feels passionately about, and has a strong desire to work on. “You can challenge your audience too, and ideally the audience will come because they’re intrigued and haven’t seen the play

before, or want to see a play they wouldn’t ordinarily see.” He also targets reflection on self and society. “I look for scripts that are very human in scope. Hamlet says theatre should hold the mirror up to nature, so we can recognize ourselves and look at ourselves critically, as well as enjoying the entertainment.” The bard is his playwriting hero. “He seemed to know everything about men, women and children, and was able to write about very tragic and very comic things,” said Gallacher, noting editing directors must “pick out details that may be irrelevant to audiences, or are dated, while keeping stuff that still works.” “Shakespeare was also a very bawdy writer, and I appreciate the earthiness of theatre — he wrote about kings and queens, and gravediggers,” the bard translator said. “Once the cast knows what they’re saying, it becomes very compelling for the audience.” Staging Macbeth, Twelfth Night, and David Lindsay-Abaire’s Rabbit Hole, grace his wish list. “I always want a beautiful production, and for people to take a deep breath and say ‘That was amazing.’”

The Cowichan Symphony Society In its 57th Year Presents: The Naden Band on Tuesday, Oct 16 at 7:30 pm Adults: $20; eyeGo and Children: $5

2012—2013 Season 1. Victoria Symphony on Friday, Oct 26 at 7:30 pm 2. Tafelmusik (Baroque) Sunday, Nov 25, at 2 pm 3. Victoria Symphony, Friday, Jan 18, 2013, 7:30 pm 4. Victoria Symphony, Friday, Mar 8, 2013, 7:30 pm All Concerts are at the Cowichan Theatre Order Tickets in person (250)748-7529 or on-line: www.CowichanTheatre.bc.ca

Season Tickets (Four Concerts) range between $100 and $140 Individual Concerts: Adults $40; eyeGo and Children $5 For more information about the concerts, visit us on line: www.CowichanSymphonySociety.ca

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Ongoing

Shawnigan Lake Museum: A perfect place to stop on your way to the Kinsol Trestle for extensive information about the trestle, including related movies and scale models. Also learn about the history of Shawnigan Lake and make a stop at the gallery dedicated to our own nationally celebrated artist: E.J. Hughes. For hours and more information, shawniganlakemuseum. com.

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Merridale Farmstore: Featuring rotating exhibits of local visual artists and functional art. Open daily 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Resident artists and exhibition curator Pipi Tustian is on site most weekends from noon to 3 p.m. to answer your art questions. Merridale Ciderworks, 1230 Merridale Rd., Cobble Hill. Call 250-743-4293 or go to www.merridalecider.com.

Chemainus Valley Museum: Explore the Chemainus Valley through its rich and varied history, 9799 Water Wheel Crescent, Chemainus. Yearly memberships available @ $10 for individuals or $18 family rate. October hours: daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; November to Dec. 15: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chemainus Historical Society convenes on the last Monday of the month at 11:30 a.m. for a luncheon and meeting. Call 250-246-2445 or go to: chemainusvalleymuseum.ca/ or email cvhs@telus.net.

Ongoing

Make Your Own Ceramics at Crafty Cuppa Ceramics Cafe: Choose your pre-moulded ceramic pottery piece, then pick your colours and get painting! Crafty Cuppa will glaze and fire your work to admire for years afterwards, 9750 Chemainus Rd., Chemainus. More information: thecraftycuppa.com.

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•• PERFORMING ARTS•• Sept. 21-Oct. 27

Chemainus Theatre Festival presents Chickens: To escape money woes, a farmer raises exotic chickens, while his wife struggles to keep the farm afloat. Out in the chicken coop, roosters and hens mirror the couple’s life. Call 1-800-565-7738 or visit chemainustheatre.ca for show times and ticket prices.

Oct. 11

Ballet Victoria’s “Ballet Off Broadway”: Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! Created to the songs of Broadway, this one-act ballet premières more innovative choreography by Paul Destrooper. Other works include a sleek selection of new creations and Ballet Victoria classics, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Adult: $40 Senior: $30 Student $20 eyeGo $5. Call 250-748-7529. More info at balletvictoria.ca.

Oct. 18

National Theatre Live’s The Last of the Haussmans: A new play by Stephen Beresford starring Julie Walters as Judy Haussman — an anarchic, feisty but growing old, high society drop-out remaining in spirit with the ashrams of the 1960s while holding court in her dilapidated Art Deco house on the Devon coast, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Adult: $23.50 Senior: $21.25 Student: $16. Call 250-748-7529 or go tocowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Oct. 22

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Reel Alternatives: Superb films are chosen from the Toronto International Film Festival Film Circuit Movies. A fundraiser for Cowichan Valley Hospice Services, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Those interested in being included in a blind-copy email newsletter may contact reelalternatives@gmail.com. Tickets: $12 Series(5): $50 Call 250-748-7529 or go tocowichantheatre. bc.ca.

Oct. 31-Nov. 17

Oct. 25-Nov. 11

National Theatre Live’s Timon of Athens: Simon Russell Beale takes the title role in Shakespeare’s fable of consumption, debt and ruin. Timon vastly outspends his resources but reassures his loyal steward that all will be well. When he calls upon his associates, instead of offering help, they hang him out to dry, 7 p.m., Cowichan

Ladysmith Little Theatre presents The Normal Heart: Written by Larry Kramer and directed by Josee Duffhues. Tickets: $20. Book online at ladysmiththeatre. com or call the box office, 250-924-0658, Wed. & Fri. 2 to 4 p.m.

Chemainus Theatre Festival presents Wingfield’s Folly: It’s year three on the farm and Walt, has pinpointed the source of his economic troubles. Follow Walt as he sets up a closed economy, prints his own currency and falls in love. Call 1-800-565-7738 or visit chemainustheatre.ca for show times and ticket prices.

Nov. 7

Theatre. Adult: $23.50 Senior: $21.25 Student: $16 Child: $15.50 eyeGo: $5. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Nov. 24

Brent Butt: Creator, star and executive producer of CTV’s beloved comedy Corner Gas. A stand-up comic whose firm sense of the ridiculous in everyday life generates a performance that is as hilarious as it is memorable, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $47.50. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre. bc.ca.

Nov. 26

Nov. 30 – Dec. 30

Chemainus Theatre Festival presents The Gifts of the Magi: A timeless, but heartwarming holiday love story about a down-on-their-luck couple who go to great lengths to find the perfect gift for each other. An unexpected Christmas revelation turns into the best gift ever. Call 1-800-565-7738 or visit www.chemainustheatre.ca for showtimes and ticket prices.

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Dec. 5 to 8

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: The Kaatza Lakeside Players presents the ghost story of Christmas as penned by the immortal Charles Dickens. Bring the family and join the Players in the fun of creating a radio-stage play to lift your spirits. Adaptation by A.E .Palermo. Curtain at 7 p.m. and matinee Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. at the Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall. For info, go to kaatzalakesideplayers.ca.

Dec. 7

Celtic Rhythms presents Twelve Days of Christmas: An uplifting start to your holiday season, 7 p.m., Sat., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: call 250-748-7529 or go to www.cowichantheatre. bc.ca.

Dec. 14-16 & 26-31

Ladysmith Little Theatre presents Christmas Pantomime, Sing a Song of Sixpence: Directed by Mort Paul. Discover why a holiday pantomime is such a favourite tradition for so many families. Tickets: $15 (except Dec. 31). Book online at www.ladysmiththeatre.com or call the box office, 250-924-0658, Wednesday and Friday, 2 to 4 p.m. 4985 Christie Rd., Ladysmith.

Dec. 17

Cowichan Fleece & Fibre Fair EAGLES HALL

Saturday, October 20, 10 am to 4 pm Boys Road Duncan Knitters‛ Circle: Free knitting lessons with needles & yarn. Ongoing demos, displays. Special bre activities for the kids! VENDORS! Rovings, yarns, dyes, spinning wheels, needle felting supplies, and more. Locally handcrafted knitted, felted and woven articles of wool and alpaca, duvets, and many other items perfect for Christmas gifts. Join our Spinners‛ Circle! Bring your own wheel or come and learn to spin on one of ours. For more information call Kathy 250-748-0487

Breathing Life Into Music and Music Into Life Community Music Programs:

•Sing for Joy Choir - Songs from around the world •Threshold Singers - Songs to open the heart for the end of life journey; Bedside singing for palliative patients & memorials. •Vocal Improvisation Class - Dive in and explore your creative voice •Helios Song - Meditation, songs, gongs, crystal bowls, chants •Deep Listening Evenings - Relax and let the sounds bathe you •Music for Children - Moms and tots music class; Babies inarms are welcome. •Intuitive Pedagogy: Movement & Musical Games

Workshops for educators, parents, children, homeschool groups. Voice Lessons with Cari Burdett BMUS, MMUS from Royal Academy of Music London, England Folk, Musical Theatre, Classical, Improvisation With Massimo Pintus - Werbeck Singing, Uncovering the voice & Guitar Lessons in Folk, Pop, Classical, Jazz, Flamenco, Finger independence

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Colton Mann, left, rocks his way to shared victory in the Duncan Sumer Festival Guitar Wars. while Holly Collis Handford and Vance Driver shared Duncanâ€™s Got Talent honours

Music Youth Jammers: young valley musicians looking for a place to happen Peter W. Rusland

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ore forums to fertilize Cowichanâ€™s young musical talent are needed,

some locals say. Despite a couple of regular venues, more time and space might yield the next Nickelback or Avril Lavigne. Guitarist Colton Mann, 17, of the Lucy Mistreated band, explained places to play, and record, are scarce. more on page 12 For up-to-date entertainment news visit cowichannewsleader.com

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from page 11 “For most kids in high school, you get the opportunity once a year in your school to play a talent show. “It’s just a case where there’s no place for individual bands to play.” Still, MC songwriter Bill Levity was proud of late January’s resurrection of an openstage for youths at Duncan’s communityoriented Island Oak High School. They run the first Saturdays monthly, with the next gig Nov. 6. “It’s co-sponsored by the Cowichan Folk Guild and Island Oak,” he said of the unplugged, 7 p.m. event with 6:30 p.m. sign-ins. “We when into July and had August and September off. It’s generally 30 to 40 kids, with eight to 10 signing up for the open stage. “It’s everything from classical to original folk, to rock ‘n’ roll covers. “The neat thing is we’ve had many featured bands like ZuZu’s Petals, Redwood Green, The Royal Canadians, Malcolm Owen Flood, and No Don’t Stop members coming back, even if they’re not featured, to try out new songs. “It’s great for less-experienced players. I’m amazed how they really get into it and get behind each other,” Levity said, applauding youth MC Sean Hamilton Marcy. Fine, signalled Mann, but where else is there to play? “Duncan Garage Showroom is good if you want to sit down with 40 people watching your show, but you can only do that so many times.” Showroom ringmaster Longevity John Falkner touted his 1 p.m. open stage on the last Sunday of each month for kids under age 17 after popular demand for open-mike experience during the 39 Days of July that jacked local talent. Falkner has also plugged his open-mike nights Tuesdays for some nine years. “Should there be any youth-jammers on Tuesday, they get to go up first because we understand about school and all,” he said. “There are opportunities in the valley, but there could always be more. It’s got to be an alcohol-free venue.” That’s why Mann’s dad, Les, started the summer’s first Moonfest at Providence Farm.

The Cowichan Music Festival is the valley’s biggest venue for young artists. “We got emails from all over the island trying to get into Moonfest. If I continue doing it next year, it’ll be far bigger. “Opportunities for them to play the Showroom has been really good, but it’s more of a folk venue than rock ‘n’ roll.” So some players rent venues. “Many rock ‘n roll players get Cobble Hill Hall as long as it’s controlled (event). There’s also the Eagles Hall, and Toad Hall (Mill Bay). “A venue around here where you could play rock ‘n’ roll would be wonderful,” said Mann Sr. Guitar picker Ron Ingram agreed. Ingram ran a weekly bluegrass jam at Providence for some three years and built a small following. “There was a high of a dozen players, with three or four who were loyal players. It was Got an arts story to share? 250-856-0041

definitely a good skill-builder. When people can go and participate, it grows like a virus.” Just how viral the youth-jammer’s market is remains foggy. “It’s a huge commitment for whomever’s running it,” Ingram said. He cited some bar jams that grabbed a good following over the years, urging a bigger role for the folk guild — and use of larger rehearsal spaces in publicly owned Island Savings Centre. “Genre barriers are blurred now, but it’s having the venue and coordinating the space. “Having that live music and playing together is a big community builder. It’s not about making a profit,” said Ingram. Falkner knows the bigger market. “There’s 5,000 local kids that want to show their stuff in the Cowichan Musical Festival. “When you look at those numbers, you gotta know they need an opportunity other than that once a year in February and March.”

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Feb. 7-24

Ladysmith Little Theatre presents Murder at the Howard Johnson’s: By Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick, directed by Gord McInnis. Tickets: $20. Book online at www.ladysmiththeatre.com or call the box office, 250-924-0658, Wed. & Fri. 2 to 4 p.m. 4985 Christie Rd., Ladysmith.

Ongoing

Live at the Met—The Cowichan Theatre (various dates): Can’t get to New York on the weekend? No problem. You can still enjoy the Metropolitan Opera live in HD in Duncan at the Cowichan Theatre. Tickets for the 20122013 season now available by calling 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca to see information on all the upcoming Live at the Met presentations.

Ongoing

Carlson’s School of Dance: their mission is to provide students with a solid foundation to foster their passion for dance, whether it’s ballet, tap, hip hop, modern, jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, stretch and strength or Zumba. Instruction available for preschoolers, school-age children, teens and adults. Call Carlson’s at 250-746-6456 or go to carlson’s.ca .

Ongoing Jan. 27

Dec. 21 & 22

Nutcracker: Royal City Youth Ballet performs a holiday tradition that transcends the ages. This magical full-length ballet has been celebrated since it was first performed 120 years ago in St. Petersburg, Russia, 7 p.m. Fri. & 1 p.m. Sat., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $23 Family (2 adults/2 children): $70. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Jan. 10

Cirque Ziva: Backed by 25 centuries of tradition, Cirque Zíva is the new awe-inspiring cirque extravaganza from the internationally renowned touring troupe, the Golden Dragon Acrobats. Get ready for a fast-paced show of breathtaking skill, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Adult: $45 Child: $30 Family (4) $135. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Ballet Jörgen’s Swan Lake: A passion for dance, a love of Canada and a 25th anniversary to celebrate inspired artistic director Bengt Jörgen to produce a major new production of the much-loved and quintessential ballet Swan Lake, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Adult: $42 Student: $36 eyeGo: $5. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Judy Hogg’s Celtic Rhythm Dancers: Dance classes from age three to adult; Highland from beginner to professional level. Choose your level of participation — competitive or non-competitive. This fall featuring a new teen beginners class. Optional: exams, competitions, seasonal theatre performances and dance outs. More info: celticrhythmdancers@shaw.ca.

Feb. 1,2,3,8,9

South Island Musical Theatre Society presents Oklahoma!: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first musical collaboration is popular and timeless. Enjoy all the familiar tunes as the romance between cowboy Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams unfolds. 7:30 p.m. Cowichan Theatre with matinee at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 3. Tickets: $32 or $27 from SIMTS member. Call 250748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

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•• MUSIC •• Oct. 12

Stuart McLean and the Vinyl Café: Featuring two new Dave & Morley stories and musical guest Harry Manx. Stuart McLean is known as “Canada’s favourite storyteller.” His hit radio show is now heard by 1.3 million people each week on CBC Radio and on close to 100 public radio stations in the USA and around the world on Sirius Satellite Radio 159, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Adult: $51 Student $31. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Oct. 23

Spiritual Visions: Chemainus Classical Concerts presents Bruce Vogt on piano showcasing the generous, humanitarian and visionary aspects of Franz Liszt, 2 p.m., St. Michael’s Church, Chemainus. Adults: $20 Under 18: $5. Season tickets available. Call 250-748-9383 or to find out more on the season of concerts, go to chemainusclassicalconcerts.ca.

Oct. 26

Victoria Symphony Orchestra: Alain Trudel conducts; Andre Laplante is the guest pianist for a program featuring Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Symphony No. 5. Presented by the Cowichan Symphony Society, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Single: Adult $40, Student $20, eyeGO $5. Season ticket for all four concerts available starting at $100. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

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Chemainus Secondary School dance teacher Sarah Lane has danced professionally in Ireland and The Philippines.

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Sarah Lane: Homegrown dancer spreads her national-level skills and love of dance to the next generation Caitlin McKay

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s the new school year begins, Sarah Lane’s feet are tapping with anticipation. This dance teacher is excited to help her students develop their skills as performers and grow as artists. Lane is the dance teacher at Chemainus

Secondary School and her students are lucky to have her. The aspiring performers may not realize their teacher was once an internationally respected dancer and has returned to the island to teach them. Lane grew up in Cowichan Bay and Shawnigan Lake and describes herself as an island girl. She started dancing when she was three and it was love at first plié. “Dance has totally changed my life and it`s been a part of me for 30 years,” she said. “I’ve become a positive, contributing mem-

ber of society because of the values it instills.” Lane felt a clear passion for dance at a young age and she also happened to be good at it. She won major dance competition in the area and in the province. She was a star from the beginning. After high school, she tested the big fish, little pond theory and attended the University of Windsor for its intense dance program. more on page 16

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from page 15 “I went from winning everything in musical theatre competitions and going to provincials...but you can only reach a certain standard before you must take it to the next level,” she said. “I was surrounded by other big fish, but I didn’t feel like I was out of my depth. I wasn’t like ‘I shouldn’t be here’ which was a relief.’” After the program, which only accepts seven students per year, Lane returned to the island and enrolled in the Canadian College for Performing Arts. With her degree and diploma in hand, Lane took her dancing shoes abroad. She danced in the Philippines and Ireland before returning to the Cowichan Valley. “I was like ‘I miss the Cowichan Valley,’ so I decided to pursue my education degree,” she said. “I’m so proud to be from here...and I really just wanted to add to the list of already incredible teachers that are here and to inspire kids to go into the performing arts.” The transition from performer to teacher has been tricky but Lane says she gets gratification in that challenge. “Adjusting my teaching style and what I need to do so I can involve everyone is one of the struggles and joys of being a teacher,” she said. “You have to be really explicit with your instructions and directions...and I’m really trying to teach my students a level of passion to display to the audience.” While Lane enjoys teaching she sometimes wonders what would have happened if she had continued to pursue dance professionally. “I see all my friends on Facebook and they are in Stratford and Shaw and for sure there is a part of me that misses that but at the same time I’m involved in a show here where I get to be the lead, “ she said. “Hopefully I can inspire younger generations because that`s what I really want to do.” Lane says the Cowichan Valley helped her develop into an artist. Now she wants to help young people find their passion for dance. “A small town has the ability to have that personal connection and attention to your training and the nurturing is critical to a developing artist,” she said. “Dance is so incredible because it teaches

you work ethic and integrity... and I’m such a firm believer in those values.” Lane danced abroad for 10 years before returning to the island. She has been teaching at CSS for three years.

In addition to the regular trips the Ballet Victoria company makes to the Cowichan Theatre, it also has helped the students in Sarah Lane’s class. Members will be at the school Oct. 10

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Nov. 1

Ashley MacIsaac: Much has been said about the antics of Cape Bretonâ€™s â€˜enfant terribleâ€™ of the fiddle, but at the end of the day, his music speaks for itself. See the Juno award winning musician on stage, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $35. EyeGo: $5. Call 250-748-7529 or to go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Nov. 6

Norman Foote and Big Voice: Warning: this concert has loud laughter and singing! Juno Award-winning musician and entertainer Norman Foote joins local students in a collaborative concert, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $12.50. Family (4) $46. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Nov. 8

Hawksley Workman: Ten years and 11 albums on, Hawksley Workman has already cemented his place as an emblem of Canadian culture at home and abroad. Seeing Hawksley in concert gives one a true appreciation of his multi-instrumental performing talents, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $25. EyeGo: $5. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Nov. 17

The Lost Fingers: Back by popular demand! The Lost Fingers is a trio of charmingly ingenious musicians who have created an innovative tribute to the â€™80s in the swinging gypsy style of â€˜jazz manoucheâ€™ inspired by Django Reinhardt, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $25. EyeGo: $5. Call 250-7487529 or go to cowichantheatre. bc.ca.

the guest artist who will be singing selections from Handel, Bizet, Sigmund Romberg, and Edwardian ballads made famous by John McCormick, 2:30 p.m. Cowichan Theatre. Subscription (three performances): Adult: $81, senior: $78, student: $30. Single Tickets: adult/senior $31, student: $12, eyeGO: $5 Group Rate (10+): $26.00. More infopalmcourtorchestra.com.

Nov. 18

Palm Court Light Orchestra â€œDowntown Abbeyâ€?: Enjoy a program inspired by BBC TVâ€™s awarding winning series and featuring music from WW 1, the Titanic, and the world of Upstairs, Downstairs. Young Sidney tenor Sunny Shams is

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Sounds Like Treble: Chemainus Classical Concerts presents soprano Rachel Perkyns and pianist Dwight Siemens in a musical adventure ranging from the sacred and classical to the theatrical and fun, 2 p.m., St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Chemainus. Adults: $20 Under 18: $5. For ticket sellers and full concert details,

including other presentations, go to chemainusclassicalconcerts.ca.

Nov. 25

Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra: The Galileo Projectâ€”Music of the Spheres: Explore the fusion of arts, science and culture in the 17th and 18th centuries in this imaginative concert commemorating Galileoâ€™s first public demonstration of the telescope. Presented by the Cowichan Symphony Society, 2 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Single: Adult $40, student $20, eyeGO $5. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca. Â Â Â Â

Dec. 2

Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind: Concenti Singers, directed by Sheila Johnson, present their 30th Concenti Christmas performance. The winter wind may be cold, but your spirit will be warmed by this beautiful music, Sun., 2 p.m., Duncan United Church. Adults: $15 Seniors/students: $12. Tickets on sale in November.

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Carving Herb Rice: Artist finds constant perspective and his life’s work in centuries-old trees Maeve Maguire

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oast Salish carver Herb Rice remembers the moment he reconnected with his life’s purpose Nearly 30 years ago, he was sitting in a Victoria restaurant with a group of carvers from Nanaimo for whom he had brokered several deals selling carvings to local shop owners. “The artists took all the money they had made that morning out of their pockets and handed me half of what they made. They said, ‘You earned it and you deserve it.’ I told them I didn’t deserve it, that they had done all the work. I walked away thinking that carving and working with those guys for that week was closer to who I wanted to be in my life.” Rice returned to Vancouver, where he had been working as a mediator for Statistics Canada. He gave notice on his

apartment and gave his suits away to a thrift store. He left Vancouver with a backpack and small carrying bag. After that, all he did was carve.

Herb Rice does much of his work these days out of his workshop at Whippletree Junction.

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“The next summer I started carving more intensely with the group in Nanaimo. I purchased a knife and carved a handle for it. In doing so, I committed my life to carving.” Rice is now a master First Nations carver who creates ceremonial Coast Salish masks, red cedar totem poles, wall panels, doors and more. His work has been commissioned by private collectors, businesses and communities around the world, including Cowichan. Rice was raised off the reserve in Ladysmith by his father, a commercial fisherman, and his mother, a member of the Cowichan Tribes. He felt connected to the First Nations culture but didn’t know how influential it would be in his vocation. Rice recalls what it was like growing up as a First Nations child in a predominantly non-Native school. “Primary school wasn’t bad. You had your battles on the field when other kids were trying to become the alpha. As we got older, it became more of a prejudicial thing. A lot of our young people on reserves are still struggling to get through life.” Rice is empowered as an individual and an artist because of his culture and his ancestral connections. He believes young Cowichan people feel the same and will carry on their traditions. “We have been here for so many centuries. Our people have survived through residential school, through government and church stopping the potlatch, total annihilation of the fishing industry, and now through a lack of agreement between government and all people. For me, who was raised off reserve, I came back into it. My strength comes from my ancestors, and the younger generation is doing the same thing.” Rice began working on his art with more commitment after he gained perspective on the passage of time. “A tree can teach so much about time span. I cut down a tree and create a totem pole out of it. It’ll be between 200 and 700 years old. In 1992, Canada celebrated 500 years of Columbus coming to the east coast. A 500 year old tree watched Columbus come into the east coast. That makes everything so small. Bringing it into perspective is such a huge thing.” Rice feels honoured that he is leaving behind a legacy of his culture for future generations to see. “It’s a humbling experience to create something that will be around a whole lot

Cowichan carvers are doing everything from traditional totems to modern wood sculptures. longer than I will be. Poles, panels, art pieces will be recognized as cultural representation in the future.” See examples of Rice’s work at his Coast Salish Journey workshop in the Whippletree Junction or on his website coastsalishjourney.com.

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Dec. 9

Winter Harp: Winter Harp brings another of its masterpieces to the stage this December in a concert that is a feast for the ears, eyes and soul. Four beautiful harps combine with flutes, rare medieval instruments, percussion, poetry and song to wrap you all snug in the silken cloak of Christmas, 2 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets $35. Call 250-748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

Dec. 11

’Twas in the Moon of Wintertime: Chemainus Classical Concerts presents the Concenti Singers directed by Sheila Johnson. Usher in the Christmas season with this delightful concert featuring carols old and new, 2 p.m., St. Michael’s Church, Chemainus. Adults: $20 Under 18: $5. For ticket sellers and full concert details, including other presentations, go to chemainus-

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Jan. 18

Victoria Symphony Orchestra: JeanMarie Zeitouni, conductor; Zuill Bailey, cello. Program featuring Estacio Brio: Toccata and Fantasy for Orchestra, Elgar: Cello Concerto, Brahms: Symphony No. 2. Presented by the Cowichan Symphony Society, 7:30 p.m. Cowichan Theatre. Single: Adult $40, student $20, eyeGO $5. Call 250748-7529 or go to cowichantheatre. bc.ca.

Jan. 22

Hexuberance: Chemainus Classical Concerts presents Victoria’s Hexaphone —“Canada’s only professional vocal sextet”, 2 p.m., St. Michael’s Church, Chemainus. Adults: $20 Under 18: $5. For ticket sellers and full concert details, go to chemainusclassicalconcerts.ca.

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•• VISUAL ARTS •• Now to Oct. 26

Art is Life, Life is Art: Fine art exhibition by Norma Jackson featuring an eclectic collection including West Coast images, contemporary art, abstracts and portraits, the Loft Gallery, Mill Bay Valley Vines to Wines. For workshops and more info: www. normajacksonartist.com.

Now to Oct. 28

LIGHT clay+wood—A Celebration of the Art of Lighting: Gelinas Carr Furniture and Margit Nellemann have joined creative forces in this autumnal exhibit and harvest of light. Lamps, lanterns and other light sources will illuminate the Margit Nellemann Studio & Gallery, Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 8350 Richards Trail. More info at: margitnellemann.com.

Now until Oct. 16

PORTALS presents A Body of Work: Show and sale featuring the work of Anne Jarvis, Kaye Smillie and Sharron Campbell. As part of Culture Days, artists will be present Sat., Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to do portrait sketches of interested participants free of cost and to welcome patrons to the show.

October

Jen Tinsley Exhibit: Each month during the performance season, The Cowichan Theatre Gallery features a different art exhibit Jen Tinsley is the featured October artist. Jen specializes in murals, children’s art and fine art. Much of her portfolio features scenes from Vancouver Island which she finds “unending in inspiration.” Open for public viewing one hour prior to showtimes. Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St.

October

Imagine That: One of the first stops when looking for the works of emerging or established artists and artisans with an ever-changing selection from over 90 of the best Island artists. Check out the window display featuring a new presentation every month. October’s featured artists are painter Sue Coleman and fabric artist Sandra Holmes, 251 Craig St., Duncan.

and pulled prints including etchings, linocuts, woodcuts, serigraphs, embossing, collagraphs, letterpress, monoprints and more. A variety of demonstrations will be held throughout the run of the show, Monday to Friday. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. urday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct. 23-Dec. 2

4Cats Arts Studio: Sign up now for mid-session at 4Cats Arts Studio in Duncan. Next Artist of the Month is American folk artist Horace Pippin. Learn all about Horace and explore exciting new techniques while using professional art supplies in a fun environment. Space is limited, register today at 4cats.com/duncan-fall.

Nov. 1-30

Oct. 18-Nov. 7

Portals presents POG (Printmakers Only Group): The 21st-annual POG Show features original pressed

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Members of POG Exhibit-Cowichan Theatre Gallery: Enjoy this exhibit of original hand-pulled prints by members of the Printmakers Only Group. Works include etchings, serigraphs, monotypes, collagraph and relief prints. Exhibit closes with an End of Show Sale, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open for public viewing one hour prior to shows at the Cowichan Theatre,

Nov. 3 & 4

Mary Fox Pottery Sale: Mary Fox has been potting since she was 13 and is well-known for her inspired creations in raku, stoneware, forms and vessels. As she herself says, “I have only one sale a year, but it’s a good one”. Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 321-3rd Ave., Ladysmith. Turn off the highway at Roberts, up the hill to Third Avenue and turn left.

Nov. 8-27

Portals presents Teeny Tiny Art Works: This perennially popular show from the Cowichan Valley Arts Council features small-scale works by local arts council members. Up to 150 pieces will be up for sale this year. Stop in and find a tiny artistic treasure for the holiday season, Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 pm., Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Nov. 30

End of Show Sale, Members of POG Exhibit: Looking for ideas for Christmas giving? An original hand-pulled print by a member of the Printmakers Only Group makes a different and memorable gift. Works include etchings, serigraphs, monotypes, collagraph and relief prints, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, Cowichan Theatre Gallery, 2687 James St.

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Nov. 30-Dec. 19

Portals presents Visions of Christmas: Visions Artists from all over the Cowichan Valley will be represented in this stunning show of art at PORTALS. This show is wonderfully timed so you can bring your Christmas list and find the perfect gift for the art lover in your life, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

December

On Mindfulness—Cowichan Theatre Gallery: Each month during the performance season, The Cowichan Theatre Gallery features a different art exhibit H.B. (Barry) Strasbourg-Thompson is the featured artist for December. He specializes in contemporary Canadian art. Open for public viewing one hour prior to showtimes. Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St.

January

Avis Rasmussen—Cowichan Theatre Gallery: Each month during the performance season, The Cowichan Theatre Gallery features a different art exhibit. Avis Rasmussen is a Victoria artist and print-maker of national significance who carries a West Coast narrative to her ‘plein air’ painting. Open for public viewing one hour prior to showtimes. Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St.

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•• WORKSHOPS •• Oct. 20 & 21

Beginner First Nation Carving Workshop: Master carver Herb Rice offers this two-day workshop with instruction in basic technique and design concepts. Wood, designs and three-knife set included, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $300. Call 250-701-3086. Pre-registration and $100 deposit required. More info at coastsalishjourney.com/wcintro.html.

Oct. 23 – 27

Five-Day Beginning Woodcarving Apprenticeship: Master carver Herb Rice will teach 3D and firststage sculpting. Prerequisite: Introductory program or previous carving experience. Apprentices should have their own tools and projects, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $600. Call 250-701-3086. Pre-registration and $150 deposit required. More info at coastsalishjourney.com/wcintro.html.

Ongoing

Cowichan Valley Camera Club: Invites anyone wanting to learn photography to join the CVCC. Started in 1980 by a group of amateur and professional photographers, the club has grown to over 100 members and meets Sept. to June at Mellor Hall at Cowichan Exhibition Park. CVCC is a member of the Canadian Association for Photographic Art. More info at: cowichanvalleycameraclub.com.

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COWICHAN THEATRE October to December 2012 Performance Season Thur, Oct 11 | 7:30 PM Ballet off Broadway – Ballet Victoria

Sun, Nov 18 | 2:30 PM Downton Abbey – Palm Court Orchestra

Fri, Oct 12 | 7 PM Stuart McLean and the Vinyl Café

Sat, Nov 24 | 7:30 PM Brent Butt

Sat, Oct 13 | 9:55 AM L’Elisir D’Amore – Live at the Met Tue, Oct 16 | 7:30 PM Naden Concert Band Thur, Oct 18 | 7 PM The Last of the Haussmans – National Theatre Live Mon, Oct 22 | 7 PM Reel Alternatives – A Separation Fri, Oct 26 | 7:30 PM Andre Laplante, Piano Victoria Symphony Sat, Oct 27 | 9:55 AM Otello – Live at the Met Thur, Nov 1 | 7:30 PM Ashley MacIsaac Tue, Nov 6 | 7 PM Norman Foote and Big Voice Wed, Nov 7 | 7 PM Timon of Athens National Theatre Live Thur, Nov 8 | 7:30 PM Hawksley Workman Sat, Nov 10 | 9:55 AM Tempest – Live at the Met

Sun, Nov 25 | 2 PM The Galileo Project: Music of the Spheres – Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra Mon, Nov 26 | 7 PM Reel Alternatives – Salmon Fishing in The Yemen Sat, Dec 1 | 9:55 AM La Clemenza Di Tito – Live at the Met Fri, Dec 7 | 7 PM Twelve Days of Christmas – Celtic Rhythms Sat, Dec 8 | 9:55 AM Un Ballo In Maschera – Live at the Met Sun, Dec 9 | 2 PM Winter Harp Sat, Dec 15 | 9:55 AM Aida – Live at the Met Sat, Dec 15 | 7:30 PM Mother Mother Mon, Dec 17 | 7 PM Reel Alternatives – We Have a Pope Fri, Dec 21 | 7 PM Sat, Dec 22 | 1 PM The Nutcracker – Royal City Youth Ballet

Sat, Nov 17 | 7:30 PM The Lost Fingers