Leslie Campbell

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 (1864-1922), an immigrant from the Shetland Islands and a prolific ethnographer, spent four decades tirelessly helping BC’s Indigenous people challenge the settler-colonial assault on their lives and lands. This talk highlights his remarkable anthropological and political activist legacy. Wendy Wickwire is professor emeritus, Department of History, University of Victoria. Among her publications on BC history is a new book, AT THE BRIDGE: JAMES TEIT AND AN ANTHROPOLOGY OF BELONGING (UBC Press). Doors open at 7:15 pm for refreshments and conversation. A short business meeting at 7:45 pm will be followed immediately by the guest speaker. Talk is free for members; $5 for guests. For more information visit www.victoriahistoricalsociety.bc.ca

Kudluajuk AshoonaNovember 2–15Madrona GalleryMadrona is pleased to announce the first-ever major solo exhibition of works from Kudluajuk Ashoona. Coming from a family of well-known artists, Kudluajuk Ashoona only began to seriously pursue art in 2011, taking inspiration from her daughter, Nicotye Samayualie. Focusing largely on scenes depicting contemporary family life, her works are very narrative and literal. The drawings that Kudluajuk creates provide an intimate snapshot of her life, family, and community. 606 View St, 250-380-4660, www.madronagallery.com. “Untitled (Girl with Record Player)” Kudluajuk Ashoona, 23 x 30 Inches, Coloured Pencil and Ink

Illumination of love: 5th annual Holiday Group show in support of BC Children’s HospitalGallery at Mattick’s FarmNovember–December 31Participating artists include Allison Brodie, Janet Anderson, Jennifer McIntyre, Kim Hollingsworth, Irma Soltonovich, Lisa Hebden, Natasha Miller, Kylee Turunen, Rose Cowles, Vikki Fuller, Brenda Walker, Alanna Sparanese, Sandra Froher, Wendy Oppelt, Bev Robertson, Maureen Ness, Iola Scott, Everest Prokofiev, and more. Artists Meet & Greet, Nov 16, 1-4pm. 109-5325 Cordova Bay Rd, 250-658-8333, www.thegalleryatmatticksfarm.com.

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, wooden creatures to performance-based art and poetry–with a unifying theme of honouring the tree’s remarkable heritage. Visit www.theonetreeproject.ca to find out more about the project. 470 Belleville St, 250-940-3630, www.batemancentre.org. “Chemainus Water System Coffee Table” by Hector Uriostegui and Kayden Dorma, Cobble Hill

Deck the Walls XMadrona Gallery December 7–23Madrona celebrates the holidays with its 10th annual Deck the Walls group exhibition, highlighting select works by gallery artists. This show includes new paintings by Clayton Anderson Nicholas Bott, Rick Bond, Karel Doruyter, Meghan Hildebrand, Claude Langevin, Halin de Repentigny, Sean Yelland and others, alongside Important Inuit and Historic Canadian works by Members of the Group of Seven, E. J. Hghes, Ted Harrison, Gordon Smith, Takao Tanabe. Opening reception Sat, Dec 7, 1-4pm. 606 View St, 250-380-4660, www.madronagallery.com. "Errington BC, Looking East to the Mainland" Takao Tanabe, 34 x 55 Inches, Acrylic on Canvas, 1982

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 their archives, including those of Robin Hopper, Glenn Howarth, the Limners, Katharine Maltwood, Aiyyana Maracle, Sandra Meigs, Margaret Peterson,and Vincent Rickard. The gallery is in Mearns Centre for Learning-McPherson Library. Legacy.uvic.ca, 250-721-6562. Glenn Howarth, Portrait of Sheri, c. 1973-1975, oil on canvas, University of Victoria Acquisition Fund, UVic Legacy Art Galleries

Paintings From La Belle Province Group ExhibitionWest End GalleryNovember 2-14 Gallery artists create a show based on the endless inspiration provided by colour, light, and landscape. Whether Quebec or France, that allusive je ne sais quoi is magically captured on canvas by such talented painters as Alain Bédard,Claudette Castonguay, Ariane Dubois, Jean-Gabriel Lambert, Raynald Leclerc, Annabelle Marquis, Guy Roy, and Robert Savignac. West End is pleased to welcome Quebec-based artist Josée Lord, whose still lifes are marked by a distinct style with opaque reds and blues shaping the perspective. 1203 Broad St, 250-388-0009, www.westendgalleryltd.com. “Passion Red” Josée Lord, 24 x 24 inches, Acrylic on Canvas

Nicholas BottMadrona Gallery November 16–30This solo exhibition will feature 20 new pieces showcasing Nicholas Bott’s dramatic take on west coast landscape. Bott studied art at UBC and holds a diploma from the Chicago School of Art. Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh and the Canadian Group of Seven, his paintings have evolved continuously into the post-impressionistic style of his current work. Bott distills landscape elements of the west coast and Rocky Mountains into powerful aesthetic compositions to communicate a sense of the sublime. Artist reception Nov 16, 1-4 p.m, 606 View St, 250-380-4660, www.madronagallery.com. “West Coast Trail Sunset” Nicholas Bott, 60 x 48 Inches, Oil on Canvas

Adorn with Art Group Exhibition November 30–December 24West End GalleryThis exhibition showcases colour, techniques and inspiration to celebrate the season. Landscapes, still lifes, abstracts, impressionistic, urban and figurative styles are all represented from such painters as: Aleksandra, Steven Armstrong, Alain Bédard, Vé Boisvert, Naomi Cairns, Claudette Castonguay, Rod Charlesworth, Ken Faulks, Joanne Gauthier, Greta Guzek, Dana Irving, Patricia Johnston, Paul Jorgensen, Annabelle Marquis, Elka Nowicka, Glenn Payan, Guy Roy, Sabina, Jeannette Sirois, Peter Shostak—plus glassworks and ceramics. 1203 Broad St, 250-388-0009, www.westendgalleryltd.com. "A Quest for Flowers” Joanne Gauthier, 40 x 40 inches, Oil on Canvas

Bi yuan cheng: Ethereal VisionsNovember 14-24 The Avenue GalleryBi Yuan Cheng has practiced art from age five and was mentored by one of China’s most prestigious art professors. In 1983, Bi graduated magna cum laude from ZiangXi Art University. Many of his works are on display at the University Art Museum and his sculptures stand in China’s parks and facilities. In 1987, Bi’s distinguished career was recognized with the title of “Chinese Art Master.” Bi immigrated to BC in 1990 where he continues his masterful career in oil and acrylic painting. Artist reception Nov 16, 1-3pm. 2184 Oak Bay Ave, 250-598-2184 www.theavenuegallery.com. “Western Watch” Bi Yuan Cheng, 60 x 48 inches, acrylic on canvas

Urban Regalia: Contemporary Fashion by Sug-ii-t Lukxs Design Continuing to December 21Legacy Gallery DowntownUrban Regalia is an exhibition that unfolds in two movements. Curated by Carolyn Butler Palmer (Associate Professor, UVic Art History and Visual Studies), the first movement Contemporary Fashion by Sug-ii-t Lukxs Design features Gitxan designer Yolonda Skelton’s work, which mixes the aesthetics of Gitxan button blanket robes with a twist of Audrey Hepburn’s style. The second movement opens in January 2020 and will feature the button blankets of students at Westshore Centre for Learning and Training-Colwood Campus. 630 Yates, 250-721-8298, www.legacy.uvic.ca. Photo (detail) by Peter Jensen, Sug-ii-t Lukxs Designs, Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week 2017

A'cappella Angels: South Island Harmony Saturday, December 14 at 7:30pm South Island Harmony, formerly known as The Victoria Village Squires, was formed in 1968 as part of SPEBSQA Inc, now the Barbershop Harmony Society, an International singing movement some 30,000 strong. Made up of men of good character from all over the Southern Vancouver Island region, South Island Harmony perform regularly in the community, offer school and public learning programs, and entertain the public with our great mix of old classics and modern arrangements. If you love a'cappella singing, you will love South Island Harmony. We are carrying on the traditions of Barbershop four-part harmony, while growing into the new and exciting world of open a'cappella performing. Tickets $25.00 Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney BC 250-656-0275 | marywinspear.ca

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss... Grab your Teacups! From the unbridled imagination of beloved British comedy duo James & Jamesy comes the rollicking holiday comedy O Christmas Tea. Reminiscent of classic British pantos, O Christmas Tea is rich with wordplay, comic physicality, and cleverly crafted interactive elements; however, it is James & Jamesy’s boundless imagination and endearing chemistry that bring to life the magic of this unique festive experience. Already a tradition for thousands of theatre-goers each year, O Christmas Tea will be steeping its uproarious brand of immersive theatre at the Royal Theatre in Victoria on December 8th, including a matinee and evening performance. During the action-packed production, a Christmas wish for tea is fulfilled in titanic proportions. The world floods with tea, leaving the duo to find innovative and hilarious solutions to keep them afloat as they try to make their way back home. Complete and utter fun… for all ages. ★★★★★ CBC I cannot think of a show that will leave you more profoundly happy than this. ★★★★★ Stage Door Toronto “The Christmas season is a magical time of year that brings people of all ages together; a time when we are encouraged to dream big, embrace imagination, and celebrate a childlike excitement for merriment,” explains Alastair Knowles (Jamesy), the eccentric half of the award-winning duo. Redefining immersive theatre, these masters of physical comedy—with over 20 comedy awards to their name—take their audience on a jolly aquatic escapade in this joyous celebration of friendship at Christmas. Event Listing Details: O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy Showtime: December 8 at 3pm and 7.30pm Venue: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St, Victoria, BC V8W 1E5 Tickets: rmts.bc.ca or 250.386.6121 ($19.50-$49.50) About James & Jamesy (jamesandjamesy.com/@jamesandjamesy) David MacMurray Smith, Aaron Malkin (James), and Alastair Knowles (Jamesy) are creators, performers, and educators of physical comedy and physical theatre. Since 2012, James & Jamesy productions have been performed over 750 times across the UK, USA, and Canada, earning lifetime fans and rave reviews. In 2017, they sold out performances at the Edinburgh Fringe and in 2018 performed a 5-week run Off Broadway at New York's SoHo Playhouse. Among other accolades, the physical comedians are winners of the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Live Ensemble and are 22-time “Best of Fest” winners on the International Comedy circuit. James & Jamesy continue to defy expectations with their innovative creations that delight and excite audiences of all ages. Their unique humour appeals to those of all ages and fosters an inclusive atmosphere, encouraging of audience involvement.

HOMO: A Queer Cabaret HOMO: A Queer Cabaret returns to The Metro for one night only on Friday, December 6 at 8pm. HOMO is a unique night of art, performance, experimentation, frivolity and uncharted territory. This campy cabaret features a diverse line-up of queer artists, experimenters, and boundary pushers in raucous cabaret acts, fabulous performance pieces, and brand new work created just for HOMO. Hosted by Vancouver's Peach Cobblah, this show is always a sellout so get your tickets now and don't be left in the cold. Presented by Intrepid Theatre Tickets & Info: https://intrepidtheatre.com

Christmas Time is Here Concert Newcombe Singers presents “Christmas Time is Here” on Sunday, December 8, 3:00 pm at St. Mary the Virgin Church, 1701 Elgin Road, Oak Bay V8R 5L7. Tickets are $20 each from Choir Members, Ivy’s Bookshop and at the door. Program features Classical to Contemporary music with Peter Dent, Director; Kristina Stevens, Assistant Conductor and Robert Dukarm, Accompanist. For more information see www.newcombesingers.com.

Victoria Jazz Orchestra Fundraiser for the Single Parents’ Resource Centre Get into the giving spirit this November.The Victoria Jazz Orchestraalong with guests Maria Manna and Andrew Homzy will be performing, “ A Christmas Carol,” a special jazz fundraiser for The Single Parents’ Resource Centre, a community non-profit charity in Victoria, BC. The fundraiser takes place Saturday, November 16, 2019, at the Alix Goolden Performance Hall, located at 907 Pandora Ave., Victoria. Doors open at 7 pm with the show starting at 7:30 pm.Tickets are available online:https://moniknordine.ca/victoria-jazz-orchestra/and at the box office:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/victoria-jazz-orchestra-fundraiser-for-the-single-parents-resource-centre-tickets-73507865003. By phone: (250) 386-5311. The island community is invited to join the orchestra with local jazz celebrity guests for an uplifting evening of swinging jazz entertainment. A staggering 50% of children living in single-parent homes are living in poverty and child poverty rates in BC currently remain above the national average. The Single Parent Resource Centre provides free clothing, food, counseling and Christmas gifts for families in need and this November The Victoria Jazz Orchestraalong with their guests are inviting the public to join them in supporting this much-needed and busy organization to combat child poverty in the city of Victoria. Helping the folks at the Single Parent Resource Centre will directly and positively impact the lives of children. The Victoria Jazz Orchestra is Vancouver Island’s only professional jazz big band. Formed in May 2013 by Monik Nordine, The Victoria Jazz Orchestra has been featured at The Victoria International Jazz Festival (2017), and The Nanaimo International Jazz Festival (2018). The Orchestra has performed with a list of notable guests including composers John Korsrud, Chelsea McBride, Jill Townsend, Bill Coon, Ian McDougall, Andrew Homzy, Greg Bush, and Alan Matheson. Featured in the lineup are top Victoria area improvisation jazz artists: lead trumpet player Bryn Badel; alto saxophonist Monik Nordine; tenor saxophonist Ryan Oliver; guitarist Rob Cheramy; and drummer Dave Emery. Enjoy a track of the orchestra performing live at the Port Theater for the 2018 Nanaimo Jazz Festival with New York pianist Dave Kikoski. Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/user-852863557-797025761/because-of-you. The Victoria Jazz Orchestra will donate 50% of their concert proceeds to the Single Parent’s Resource Centre. “The Victoria Jazz Orchestra honours (the) heart of (the) music scene.”—Gulf Islands Driftwood Saxophonist/composer/bandleader Monik Nordine is the director of The Victoria Jazz Orchestra. She writes and performs with the orchestra, the Jon Miller Quartet, and many other local Victoria bandsand teaches at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. As a leader Nordine has released four recordings: Not Just to But Over the Moon, Departure, The Old New Town andBarracuda Christmas.Shehas shared the stage with many award-winning musicians including Ian McDougall, Guido Basso, Matt Catingub, David Foster, Campbell Ryga, PJ Perry, Michael Buble, Rob McConnell, Tommy Banks, Brad Turner, and Hugh Fraser and VEJI. Nordine has toured Canada widely performing in the Montreal, Regina, Calgary, Vancouver, Victoria, and Medicine Hat jazz festivals with The Monik Nordine Trio and with Canadian jazz greats Pat Coleman and Mike Allen. She has recorded with The Hard Rubber Orchestra on their JUNOnominated album, Cruel Yet Fairand onjazz guitarist Pat Coleman’s recording, Blue Comedy. “One of the most compelling voices on the West Coast…” —The Georgia Straight Jazz Society“…Facile in her execution and fluid in the spinning out of her melodic ideas.”—Jazz Improv “Cheerful ambiance.”—DownBeat The November 16thfundraiser concert features the orchestra’s wintery holiday theme, “A Christmas Carol.” The Orchestra will perform with Maria Manna, one of Victoria’s most celebrated songstresses with selections from the orchestra’s beautiful holiday program. Conducting the ensemble will be Andrew Homzy, the Artistic Director of the Nanaimo International Jazz Festival. Included in the program will be a new work by Andrew Homzy written just for this event that will be performed by Maria Manna with the festive swinging jazz orchestra.Don't miss the magic. Join us in helping support Victoria’s children over the holiday season and just in time for Christmas! -30- For interviews and further information: contact publicist Kerilie McDowall by email at keriliemcdowall@gmail.comor by telephone: 1.250.668.3589.

Vancouver Island’s First International Burlesque Festival! Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival, held on November 15 and 16, is the first festival of its kind on Vancouver Island. It will be a theatrical extravaganza of storytelling, dancing, singing, and comedy centred around the art form of BURLESQUE! The festival will host three headliners, Canadian Burlesque Legend, The Lady Divine, Ms. Judith Stein, Seattle’s interdisciplinary cabaret performance artist, The Luminous Pariah, and Ruthe Ordare, founding member of the all-Aboriginal troupe Virago Nation from Vancouver. Performers are coming from across North America to shimmy, shake, bump, and grind on the stage! You’ll see burlesque artists from Puerto Vallarta, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Seattle, Tacoma, Yellowknife, Ottawa, Edmonton, Calgary, Cawston, Quesnel, Vancouver, and Victoria! Conceptualized by local burlesque producers Misty Moss, Champagne Sparkles, and Gala Vega from Wet Coast Burlesque, The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue, and The Bump ‘n Grind House, this entirely volunteer run production showcases the finest local and international talent. This community driven festival brings its audience award winning global performers, and local dynamos alike. The festival celebrates indigenous artists, performers of colour, artists of all sizes and body types, LGBTQ+ artists and many more artists from a wide range of backgrounds. Join us on November 15 and 16 at the, Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria B.C, for two nights of electrifying burlesque showcases. Tickets are available now. Click here for ticket information! Single show tickets start at $40 Weekend passes start at $75 The Victoria Conference Centre is an accessible venue, including lifts, elevators, ramps, automatic doors, accessible parking, and wheel chair seating, for details, please see the interactive accessibility map. Isle of Tease respectfully acknowledges that these events take place on the stolen and unceded lands of the Lekwungen People of the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations. Isle of Tease Websit Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival November 15 + 16 2019 Victoria Conference Centre 720 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC

“Alice’s Gift” “Alice’s Gift” a musical play Elisabeth Wagner, directed by Kate Rubin with Lina de Guevara as Alice, and Elisabeth Wagner, piano is the life and music of Alice Herz-Sommer. Tickets are $25 each available at alicesgift4@brownpapertickets.com or by calling 1-800-838-3006. The play runs 60 minutes. Two performances only: Friday, November 22 at 7:30 pm Berwick Royal Oak, 4680 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 pm Berwick Royal Oak, 4680 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria “Music was our food.” Meet Alice Herz-Sommer, Jewish pianist from Prague who lived through WWII playing piano recitals in the Theresienstadt ghetto and who, at the time of her death in 2014 at 110 years of age, was the world’s oldest Holocaust survivor. Hers is a remarkable story of endurance and survival. In the play, the audience is invited into Alice’s living room and given the opportunity to hear some of her stories, her music and her simple but profound wisdom. Integrating the music of Chopin, Beethoven, Bach, and others into the story, Alice’s Gift is a poignant, inspiring and uplifting memoir, and a beautiful crafted tribute to an extraordinary woman.

In Nature’s Realm: Early Naturalists Explore Vancouver Island The Victoria Historical Society presents a talk, In Nature’s Realm: Early Naturalists Explore Vancouver Island by Michael Layland, on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at James Bay New Horizons Centre, 234 Menzies Street, Victoria V8V 2G7. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. for refreshments and conversation. A short business meeting beginning at 7:45 will be followed immediately by the speaker. Michael Layland will introduce his third book delving into the progression of European knowledge of Vancouver Island. The book celebrates how the diverse local flora and fauna captured the interest of naturalists among the explorers, settlers, and visitors. A life-long amateur naturalist, Michael has combined this interest with his history of exploration and cartography of our island. Michael, a former president of the society, has presented several talks to the VHS. Copies of his books will be available for sale and signing.

1989-2019 CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF WEST COAST PRINT CULTURE PrintCraft Show & Sale November 15 &16, 2019 Friday 12pm to 7pm * Saturday 1pm to 5pm Art Cards, Bookmarks, Boxes, Artist Books, Hand-bound Books, Buttons, Ephemera, Collage, Weavings, Marouflage Made from original hand-pulled prints Come make your own button! Come and visit our Chinatown studio 3rd Floor, 549 1/2 Fisgard Street (Corner of Fan Tan Alley and Fisgard Street) Please follow our Facebook, Instagram, and visit our website by clicking the buttons and contact us via email groundzeroprint@gmail.com or phone call 250-382-2186

Museum To Host Maritime Art Show at Government House Photograph courtesy of Andrew Tawker [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/)] The Maritime Museum of BC is pleased to announce the opening of a new temporary art show at Government House. The new art show will feature a cross-section of maritime artwork from the Museum’s extensive art collection of over 500 works. David Leverton, Executive Director of the Maritime Museum stated that: ”We’re honoured that The Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia is hosting the art show at Government House. The Lieutenant Governor is the Honorary Patron of the Maritime Museum of British Columbia which makes this very special for the museum and our members.” The art show highlights paintings of life along our coast over the past several hundred years. There are paintings by artist E.M Chadwick that depict early European discovery; artwork about the days of whaling featuring artist Harry Heine; rescues off our west coast such as the freighter Makedonia under-tow byHMCS Sudbury and the rescue of the S.S. Glafkos in Barkley Sound by Edward Goodall; paintings depicting the important role ferries play along our coast by Ivah Bryant and A. Frank; artwork representing the protection of our coastline by the Royal Canadian Navy such as the painting HMCS Provider completed by artist John M. Mulders; and Coast Guard protection of our coastline in a featured work entitled CCGS Ready by artist Hugh Mackenzie. The art show also includes special paintings of the three prized ships in the Maritime Museum’s artefact collection including the SV Tilikum depicted in a series of watercolours by artist R.W. Murphy; the SV Trekka under twin sails in a watercolour painting by Alan Lester; and the SV Dorothy in a watercolour painting by artist Harry Heine. This art show highlights life along our coast over the past few hundred years. In the future, the Maritime Museum would be honoured to collaborate with West Coast First Nations on a maritime art show that highlights the important relationship between First Nations’ and the coastal environment. The Executive Director stated that, “First Nations have inhabited our coastline for thousands of years and it would be a privilege to work in partnership on the development of a First Nations’ art show that spans the last several thousand years. The art show will open on November 8th with a private reception and will be available for public viewing during regular opening hours at Government House until the fall of 2020.

WAMPUM / ᎠᏕᎳ ᏗᏕᎫᏗ PERFORMANCE BY ELISA HARKINS, WITH HANAKO HOSHIMI-CANES AND ZOE POLUCH Art Gallery of Greater Victoria NOVEMBER 16 | 7-8:30PM Image credit: Elisa Harkins, Wampum / ᎠᏕᎳ ᏗᏕᎫᏗ Performance 2019, courtesy of the artist. Photo by Ian Byers-Gamber. Join us for Wampum / ᎠᏕᎳ ᏗᏕᎫᏗ, an ongoing project (2017 – present) where artist Elisa Harkins sings in a combination of Cherokee, English and Muscogee Creek to electronic dance music, some of which is inspired by of sheet music of Indigenous music notated by Daniel Chazanoff during the 20th century. LEARN MORE

Spend the Day at the Canadian College of Performing Arts November 22nd / 9am to 4:30pm 1701 Elgin Road Ever thought about being an actor, dancer or singer? How about all three? Join us on November 22nd for a glimpse of what it takes at one of the country's top performing arts training centers! Open to all high school students (*priority will be given to students in grades 11 and 12) this is an opportunity to observe and participate in college-level dance, voice and acting classes, talk to current students, faculty, and the college directors. The day will include a dance class, so we ask that students dress prepared for movement and bring a water bottle and a snack. Lunch will be provided. As space is limited, we take an RSVP list through the fall and are able to confirm participation approximately 2 weeks prior to the event – preference is given to students in grades 11 and 12. To register, please contact us at registrar@ccpacanada.com or 250 595 9970 before November 22nd. Please include: 1) Name, 2) Phone Number, 3) Current School and Grade, and 4) any Allergies / Food Restrictions. Spots are filling up fast and the College may be able to offer a second Spend the Day early in the new year for wait-listed students. Visit www.ccpacanada.com for more information about the Canadian College of Performing Arts.

Showtune Cabaret Bar at Veneto Bar Ristorante Saturday, November 23rd doors at 9:30pm | show at 10pm tickets $20 (includes a welcome drink)  Join CCPA’s Year II students as they produce their own ‘New York-style’ showtune cabaret at a sleek classy bar and historic hotel! Each season the College seeks partnerships that offer our students and audience unique and enriching experiences. This new partnership with Veneto Bar Ristorante at Hotel Rialto will bring a piano bar to the heart of downtown Victoria with an eclectic selection of songs covering musical theatre, pop, and a few surprises. Seating is limited. Additional food and beverage will be available for purchase. BUY TICKETS