Wednesday, February 6
A Soup-er good cause
The annual Souper Bowls For Hope 2019 is quickly approaching; the event, which takes place in April, includes a soup bowl auction for the Victoria Youth Empowerment Society. From 5:45 to 8:45 pm on February 6, you can go to Fired Up! ceramics studio to paint a bowl to be auctioned off at the April event. The cost is $10 and includes paints and a bowl. See souperbowls.com for info.
Friday, February 8
Three for the price of one
Vinyl Envy is hosting Lakelse, Cara Bateman, and Running Red Lights for an all-ages show from 7:30 pm to 10 pm. From bluesy ballads to folk, pop, and even country, this combo of artists is an eclectic group. Tickets are $10 at the door; doors open at 7 pm. For additional info, visit vinylenvy.com.
Friday, February 8
Have your cake and eat it too
The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue are back on their home turf of Victoria for a night of fun at The Roxy Theatre. This show includes music, comedy, and, of course, burlesque. Doors open at 7:30 pm, with the show starting at 8:30 pm. Advance tickets are $24, with cash-only tickets available for $28 at the door. The event is for ages 19 and older; for additional info and ticket sales, visit cheesecakeburlesque.com.
Saturday, February 9
Tea Time
Local tea fans will have the chance to taste teas from around the world at the Victoria Tea Festival Revival 2019, as well as browse a tea market and see a talk from Japanese tea farmer Kohei Takaki. While mason cups will be available for purchase for tea tasting, attendees are encouraged to bring a teacup from home. The event is being held inside Nootka Court (behind the Victoria Bug Zoo) from noon to 4:30 pm. Tickets are $5 to $10 and can be purchased at the door. For more info, search the Victoria Tea Festival Revival on Facebook.
Tuesday, February 12 to Saturday, March 2
Betrayal
Theatre Inconnu is exploring the question of what happens when you betray Jesus with its latest production, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Pulitzer-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis. This play puts a new spin on Christian ideology by cross-examining Judas—a man whose betrayal led to Jesus being crucified—in a courtroom in purgatory. Ticket prices and show times vary and can be found at theatreinconnu.com.
Thursday, February 14
A Valentine’s combo
Copper Owl will be hosting a trio of acts on Valentine’s Day to help spread the love. East coast singer/songwriter Kylie Fox, local singer Jaya Bremer, and gritty folk artist Francesca Mirai will perform, with the show starting at 7 pm. Tickets are $10 at the door only. Note: no minors. For additional info, visit copperowl.ca.
Thursday, February 14
African rhythm and music
Issamba is a celebration of music combining different African cultures and featuring world-renowned African artists. The show takes place at the Victoria Event Centre from 8 pm to 10 pm, with an afterparty until 2 am. Tickets range in price from $10 to $30 and can be purchased at eventbrite.ca.
Friday, February 15
A spoonful of Rae
Local singer-songwriter Rae Spoon is having a record release show for the vinyl version of bodiesofwater at Blue Bridge at the Roxy. Spoon will be joined by Northcote and The Pandora Chorus for this all-ages show. Doors open at 7:00 pm; tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door or online. Visit raespoon.com for more info.
Saturday, February 16
Vanic in the ballroom
DJ Vanic is returning to Victoria for a night of electronic dance music. The show starts at 10 pm at the Capital Ballroom. Tickets are $32 to $44 and are available at ticketweb.ca.
Saturday, February 16
Fresh talent hitting Copper Owl
Vancouver Island Metal Festival is presenting a fresh lineup of talent for a night of music at Copper Owl. Harrow, FINITE, Crematory Ash, and newbies Liminal Shroud will bring the noise. You’ve got to be 19 or older to get in to this one; tickets are $10 at the door, which opens at 9 pm. For additional info, visit copperowl.ca.
Coming soon
March 2, A Night of Bowie: The Definitive Bowie Experience, Alix Goolden Performance Hall
April 4, 2019 Souper Bowls of Hope, Crystal Gardens
June 24, Corey Hart, Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
August 21, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
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