Case brings fantasy to prison stage

At the volunteer orientation for Gormenghast, actress Michelle Chowns was told the first rule is not to fall in love with a prisoner. “This hasn’t happened this season,” says Chowns, “but it has happened in the past.” Chowns is one of three local women performing with nine inmates in the new production at the William […]

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Sam Roberts: broken teeth and tamed records

Sometimes Sam Roberts wonders whether or not he’s tamed his music. The Montreal-based singer/songwriter and six-time Juno-award winner recently released his latest album, Collider,and then set upon the task of taming the album. “You have to break the record – like a horse – and then you can let it run wild,” says Roberts. “Cause, […]

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Camosun’s musical community

Students at Camosun often attend one of two campus: Interurban or Lansdowne. But a select few students go to an entirely different campus. Some of these students are in the Camosun music department, located downtown at the Victoria Conservatory of Music (VCM). Technically, the VCM is one of Camosun’s satellite campuses. About 80 students attend […]

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New Music Revue: October 19, 2011 issue

DJ Shadow The Less You Know the Better (Island/Verve/A&M) 4.5/5 The first thing I thought when listening to DJ Shadow’s new album is, “Why don’t I own this already?” And then I remembered it hadn’t been released yet. Right. DJ Shadow holds a Guinness world record for creating an album entirely of samples and is […]

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An enchanted experience for everyone

After an extremely successful unveiling last year, Enchanted is making its triumphant return to Heritage Acres, but with a few twists to make this year even better than last. For its sophomore year, Enchanted has called upon Janet Munsil and Intrepid Theatre to help bring the whole experience to life. “We are getting strolling performers […]

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Chargers volleyball team looking for kill

Camosun College starts its 18th year of athletic programs with one of its spotlights on the Chargers women’s volleyball team, who had a disappointing run last year. When the team gets into action this month, there are high hopes that this year will be an improvement upon the last. The 2011/2012 roster is made up […]

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Camosun putters look to nationals

Camosun’s Chargers golf team recently won gold, winning the 2011 PACWEST Golf title and earning themselves a trip to the CCAA Championships on Prince Edward Island. Top-place finishes throughout the season indicate that this year’s Camosun team has a strong ability to capture a title at this year’s CCAA Championships. Head coach John Randle acknowledges […]

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Students get thrifty for interesting clothes

Finding well-fitting and stylish secondhand clothing can be a daunting task, but shopping at thrift stores is a great way for students to find affordable clothes. Plus, it’s a way to find items that are a bit different than what’s available in other clothing stores. “I just think it’s more unique, and I like the […]

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Up-island travelling options sparse

Travelling up Vancouver Island has become limited since VIA Rail’s temporary closure last April. Fortunately, a plan is in the works. The Island Corridor Foundation (ICF), the non-profit organization that owns the railway on Vancouver Island, has requested federal and provincial funding to make assessments and repairs on the railways’ bridges and trestles. Malcolm Andrew, […]

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Student serves burgers to help homeless

Every Sunday for the past two and a half years, Interurban student Willem Brussow has driven his truck down to Wharf Street, unpacked his barbecue, and flipped burgers for those in need. He calls it Tailgate Grill, and with help from fellow students and friends, Brussow serves 80 burgers every Sunday afternoon to street people […]

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