Object Biographies: Artists’ Lives through their Archives

Object Biographies: Artists’ Lives through their ArchivesLegacy Maltwood Gallery, UVic campus Continuing to January 12, 2020A printing block. Glaze samples. Pouches of pigments. Why are these items in UVic’s archives, and what can they tell us about the lives, relationships, artworks and practices of the artists who owned them? Object Biographies is a glimpse into the lives of artists through

oneTree 2019

oneTree 2019Robert Bateman Foundation Gallery November 16–February 29, 2020This biennial event by the Bateman Foundation and Live Edge Design celebrates the life and legacy of a single tree–this year, a 200-year-old Bigleaf maple from the Chemainus Valley. More than 70 artists will take part in the biggest exhibition to date, creating original works–from furniture to musical instruments, wood

Second Chance: From the sublime to the ridiculous

Second Chance: From the sublime to the ridiculousJanuary 2–18 at Gage GalleryThis exhibition references a second chance for both materials and subject matter where four artists explore the concept of repurposing. Agnes Ananichuk, Frances Beckow, Jonathan Craven and Martina Edmondson offer works of recycled material, both conceptual and physical. Watch for the transformation of an old chrome door h

Colour Theory

Colour TheoryJanuary 11–25Madrona GalleryThis exhibition follows the evolution of colour from the early 20th century to today. From traditional oils used in works from the likes of A.Y. Jackson, to the invention of acrylic paints in the 1950s and 60s, to the vibrant pigments used today, Colour Theory traces changes in technique and materials through the years. Featured artists include: Meghan Hild

FLUID, a photographic portrait series

FLUID, a photographic portrait series by Blake LittleLegacy Gallery, Downtown GalleryJanuary 11 to April 11 As people who identify as trans, gender fluid, non-binary, Two Spirit, and other gender-diverse identities face complex and challenging societal responses, the act of representing oneself can be a brave act of defiance. FLUID, a new photographic portrait series by LA-based artist Blake

Salt Spring National Art Prize 2019 winners + local finalists

Salt Spring National Art Prize2019 winners + local finalistsJanuary 10–February 22 at Victoria Arts Council GalleryThe Salt Spring National Art Prize is a biennial competition and exhibition of Canadian visual art, presented by the Salt Spring Arts Council. Its intent is to encourage artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity–resulting in significant work wi

Victoria Baroque presents: Forces of Nature

Victoria Baroque with Kati Debretzeni, violin (UK) “Forces of Nature” A Tour-de-Force through the transformations of Nature, led by the dynamic violinist, Kati Debretzeni. Vivaldi's celebrated Four Seasons paired with Rebel's eccentric orchestral suite about the creation of the Earth, Les Élémens. Playing on instruments of the 18th century, Victoria Baroque brings listeners closer t

• St. John the Divine Anglican Church, 1611 Quadra Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 2L5

Salt Spring National Art Prize 2019 winners + local finalists

Salt Spring National Art Prize2019 winners + local finalistsJanuary 11–February 22 at Victoria Arts Council GalleryThe Salt Spring National Art Prize is a biennial competition and exhibition of Canadian visual art, presented by the Salt Spring Arts Council. Its intent is to encourage artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity–resulting in significant work wi

THEATRE SKAM TURNS 25

THEATRE SKAM TURNS 25 Celebrating a quarter-century of indie theatre in Victoria! We're ringing in our 25th birthday in style on Jan. 11, and we want you to join us at Victoria Oddfellows Hall! Here's what your ticket gets you: BUDDY BASH ($50)

MODERN BOTANICALS - New paintings by Jessica Ruth Freedman

Be immersed in warmth and color as Victoria based Artist Jessica Ruth Freedman exhibits new paintings from her 'Modern Botanicals' series. Solo exhibition of new paintings January 12, 2020 - February 23, 2020 Northern Quarter Restaurant Venue 1724 Douglas Street Victoria BC Fore more information please visit www.jessicaruthfreedman.com

• 1724 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia

On Winds of Song

Theory professor and pianist Harald Krebs brings together his love and knowledge of song repertoire in a UVic School of Music concert featuring faculty brass and a few guests—who also possess a joy for playing songs. Together they will delight audiences with their arrangements of songs by German, French, and Spanish composers. Songs normally have words, but the arrangements on this program lend th

• Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1B3

UVic Faculty Concert Series: Crossing Borders

The UVic School of Music presents a faculty concert devoted to rare chamber music by composers Rosy Wertheim, Simon Laks, Jan Novák and Claude Arrieu. Performers include soprano Anne Grimm, flutist Suzanne Snizek, violinist Ann Elliott-Goldschmid, cellist Pamela Highbaugh Aloni, pianist Yoomi Kim, and School of Music student and mezzo-soprano, Alana Hayes.    Admission by donation

• Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1B3

Forever & For Never

Omid Afarinzad, Lauren Brinson, Rande Cook, Mona Hedayati, Jordan Hill, Clare Lannan, Leanne Olson, Liam, O’Sullivan, Dani Proteau, Graham Wiebe Opening Friday, January 17 at 7pm Exhibition tour directed by Rande Cook: Saturday February 1 at 1:30pm. Gallery Hours: Wed to Sat, noon to 5pm Forever & For Never arose out of the possibilities created by the forced proximity and

• Deluge Contemporary Art, 636 Yates Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8S 2A3

Yiddish Columbia State Orchestra turns 20

The YCSO performing at Pagliacci’s   The very darkest, shortest days of the year may be past, but it’s still cold and dark. Klezmer music is helpful at this time of year. It’s the soundtrack of hope mixed with angst, of bright darkness and dark brightness. It’s never all one thing; klezmer bakes life’s contradictions and oxymorons right into the music. So why not wallow joyfully with the

O My God

O My God Bema Productions presents the Canadian comedy premier of “O My God” at Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue. “O My God” by the Israeli playwright, Anat Gov. “O My God” is directed by Zelda Dean, and performed by Christine Upright (the therapist), Rosemary Jeffery (God) and Jesse Wilson. Jesse will play the autistic son of the therapist, and is himself on the autism spectrum. THE

Local Heroes

Deep Cove Folk Music Society Presents Local Heroes Friday, January 17 at 7:30pm This show will present 3 sets of music: one each from locally based bands Beats Workin, Daniel Cook and the Radiators and culminating with West My Friend.  Each group has fine musicianship and a great selection of material including originals. The evening will be ful

Steinway Celebration: Pianist Arthur Rowe

Critically acclaimed recitalist and Steinway artist, Arthur Rowe, performs an all-Beethoven program. Works will include Beethoven’s Six Bagatelles Op. 126, Sonata in A Major, Op. 101 and Sonata in B-flat Major, Op. 106 (Hammerklavier), widely viewed as one of the greatest piano sonatas of all time and one of the most demanding solo works in the classical piano repertoire. A recitalist, solois

• Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1B3

FIRST NATIONS HOUSING

FIRST NATIONS HOUSING: PAST, PRESENT, & POSSIBILITIESSunday, January 19, 2020 - 2:00pm  First Nations Housing – Past, Present, & Possibilities is a dynamic journey through the historical timeline of on-reserve housing in Canada. Sylvia Olsen, Ph.D. weaves social, economic, and intercultural relations into her story of how government determined housing outcomes from the 1930s to presen

Flutist Brook Ferguson in Concert

UVic Orion Series in Fine Arts guest artist and principal flutist with the Colorado Symphony, Brook Ferguson, will perform Philippe Gaubert’s rarely performed Flute Sonata No. 2, J.S. Bach’s Sonata in A Major, as well as Piazzolla’s Histoire du Tango for flute and piano. She will be joined by Victoria-based pianist, Yoomi Kim.   Hailed by the Washington Post as “brilliantly virtuosic,” f

• Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1B3

Canadian Club of Victoria January 2020 Lunch

A History of Victoria’s Chinatown What better way to launch a new decade than delving into the history of Canada’s oldest Chinatown?  Victoria Councillor Charlayne Thornton-Joe brings personal insight into a review of the fascinating historical development of Victoria’s Chinatown. A third-generation Victorian who has a “passion for serving people,” Thornton-Joe has earned many awards for h

• Comfort Inn & Suites, 3020 Blanchard St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 5C7

James Tait and the Politics of Indigenous Resistance in early 20th C.BC

James Tait and the Politics of Indigenous Resistance in early 20th C.BC with Wendy Wickwire, historian The Victoria Historical Society presents “James Tait and the Politics of Indigenous Resistance in early 20th C.BC” with Wendy Wickwire on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at James Bay New Horizons, 234 Menzies Street, Victoria V8V 2G7. From his base at Spences Bridge, James Teit (1864-19

Art Show & Sale: A Person By Any Other Name

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT                                                                              THE GOWARD HOUSE SOCIETY 2495 Arbutus Road            Victoria BC  V8N 1V9 (250) 477-4401 gowardhouse@shaw.ca   Art Show and Sale By A PERSON BY ANY OTHER NAME   January 24, 2020– March 25, 2020 Viewing hours:  Mon. – Fri.  9:30am – 3:30p

• 2495 Arbutus Road, Victoria, BC, British Columbia, V8N 1V9

Workshop with trumpeter Bobby Shew

Bobby Shew is a legendary jazz educator and world-class player, whose career has spanned over 60 years. The list of artists he’s worked with is truly astounding. He played big-band jazz with Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, and the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. He led blazing horn sections behind Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Barbra Streisand, and Smokey Robinson. He performed on countless film and TV soundtracks

• Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin Building, B-Wing, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1B3

Natalie Shumka & Selina Jorgensen “Oil & Water”

Oil & Water is a collaborative exhibition exploring coastal connections and featuring the recent work of Victoria-based artists Natalie Shumka and Selina Jorgensen. Working primarily in oils, Shumka’s traditional style of realism captures the beauty in everyday objects. Current studies involve glass objects surrounded by driftwood, seashells and feathers. Inspired by themes of collection, bio-

• 2333 Government Street, Suite 6E, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R3T7

Watercolour Play with Wendy Welch

Are you curious about watercolour but aren’t sure where to begin? This afternoon workshop will introduce you to watercolour painting through a series of basic exercises that demonstrate how to build simple, yet dynamic, compositions. The emphasis is on “play,” not on making finished paintings. You will learn how to hold the brush, how to mix colours and how to have fun by just making marks, shapes

• 2nd Floor 950 Kings Rd, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 1W6

Kylee Turunen

Kylee TurunenJanuary 27–February 23 at Gallery at Mattick’s FarmKylee is a Canadian artist, currently living in Port Alberni, BC. Growing up with the constant exposure to her artist father, she picked up an appreciation and excitement for creating art. Since completing the Fine Art program at Toronto’s Centennial College in 2009, she has continued to develop her skills as a fine artist, working pr