Victoria’s Kaleidoscope Theatre’s Rocky Horror Show adds new twist to cult taleMannequins donned in elaborate gowns and dancing marionettes: these are the type of decorations that make up the eclectic atmosphere of Kaleidoscope Theatre HQ. Still, these adornments are tame in comparison to the unique creations designed specifically for this year’s showcase of The Rocky Horror Show. Directed by Roderick Glanville and featuring an ensemble cast […] Continue Reading |
Open Space: The naked truthI went to my first nudist parade last year. It was a naked bike ride in Victoria protesting carbon gas emissions… at least I think that’s what it was for. The truth is, I just thought yelling in front of our government legislature completely nude was a great idea, no matter what it was for. […] Continue Reading |
In Search of Lost Time: Student life needs studentsWe all have busy lives; each one of us has commitments to family, work, school, and other endeavours. As a student organizer and activist in many social justice campaigns and movements, there are really two major obstacles to overcome. One obstacle, of course, is the forces of inequality and the many abstract features, covert and […] Continue Reading |
Adventures in Laos: Elephants, “penis,” and existentialismWhat would it take for you to drop everything and move to a third-world country that you’ve never heard of? Why would you leave your whole life behind and travel alone to a foreign land without speaking one word of the language? For me, it was the painful end of a long-term relationship, cueing an […] Continue Reading |
A message from the Camosun College Student Society: Police use violence to counter peaceful protestA contingent of police and other government paramilitary forces were forced to retreat from an attack on the Elsipogtog First Nation in recent weeks. The state was attempting to violently enforce an illegal injunction on behalf of Southwestern Energy, a Texas-based company trying to exploit natural gas resources of the First Nation. After the Elsipogtog […] Continue Reading |
20 Years Ago in Nexus: October 16, 2013 issuePermaware wins: Last issue in this column, we talked about a story from our October 4, 1993 issue that detailed the complaints thrown at then-operators of the Lansdowne cafeteria, Beaver Foods, regarding their decision to bring in paper plates. Well, perusing our October 18, 1993 issue, we see a story on page 2 called “Permaware […] Continue Reading |
What’s Going On, October 16, 2013 issue: UVic clothing drive, mantra mania, Victoria Writers Festival returns to CamosunThursday Oct. 17 and Friday Oct. 18 Winter is coming, also hot chocolate In anticipation of the coming season, UVic students are holding a clothing drive for people in need. Requested is warm outerwear, sweaters, rain gear, or anything someone might don during the fall and winter. The donations are for Our Place Society, who […] Continue Reading |
Astrological Asininity: October 16, 2013 issueHey, everyone! River here. I’ve been reading the stars and I’m not too proud of you. You’d think after last time you’d smarten up your act. Looks to me like you havOH MY GOD A BUTTERFLY, GOTTA GO! Aries: Bring me more butterflies, they’re so pretty! Taurus: The planets are aligned, the stars are in […] Continue Reading |
International students increase due to change in approach, says Camosun International directorA dramatic increase in the amount of international students enrolled at the college this fall is due to better service, more intake availability, and a boost in overseas outreach, according to Camosun International director Geoff Wilmshurst. Over 800 international students now attend the college’s two campuses, up 35.7 percent from the previous year, and Wilmshurst […] Continue Reading |
Vancouver’s Grant Lawrence takes time away from his CBC gig to explore the Lonely End of the Rink in new book“In one night, he stole my booze, beat me up, and had sex with my girlfriend.” So says Vancouver-based author Grant Lawrence about a villainous hockey-jock from high school. Remembering his days of thick glasses, knee braces, and bullying, he recalls his journey to becoming a CBC radio broadcaster, author, and founder of a hockey […] Continue Reading |
