Spring Awakening imperfect but interesting rock musicalUVic’s Phoenix Theatre opened its doors last week to premiere its interpretation of Spring Awakening, an erotic rock and roll musical based on a German play written in 1891. This adaptation features music from Duncan Sheik, with book and lyrics written by Stevan Sater. The story takes place in late 19th century Germany and follows […] Continue Reading |
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings remain most dysfunctional band in the worldIt all started as a one-off side project. Blackie and the Rodeo Kings formed back in 1996 when Stephen Fearing, Tom Wilson, and Colin Linden got together to pay tribute to their friend and mentor, Canadian folk artist Willie P. Bennett. There was no plan beyond the release of their first record, High or Hurtin’: […] Continue Reading |
Upsetting but hopeful start for Camosun’s basketball teamsThe Camosun Chargers basketball teams lost their home openers against the VIU Mariners on Friday, November 4, but showed hope for success in the future. The Camosun women’s team opened their season at home against the number-one ranked team in the nation, the Vancouver Island University Mariners. Despite a strong first quarter by the home […] Continue Reading |
Camosun College Student Society to host first Christmas Pop-Up MarketThe Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) is hosting its first Christmas Pop-Up market on Monday, November 28 from 3 pm to 6 pm for Camosun students and faculty, as well as the general public. This market has up to 40 tables to house Camosun students’ creations, allowing them to hone their entrepreneurial and artistic skills. […] Continue Reading |
National Geographic photographer Andy Mann delivers captivating presentationFrom rock climber to ocean conservationist, National Geographic filmmaker and photographer Andy Mann’s From Summit to Sea is a journey through the ups and downs of his career, and he brought it to the Royal Theatre last night. The presentation is filled with the breathtaking photos expected from a National Geographic photographer, along with some […] Continue Reading |
Alice in Wonderland-themed tea party dazzles with interactive experienceThe tale of Alice in Wonderland is a magical childhood story for many generations, but it doesn’t have to stop there. For the silly adults who are whimsical and childlike at heart, The Alice: An Immersive Cocktail Experience gives people the opportunity to revisit Wonderland and have their own tea party, replete with peculiar potions, […] Continue Reading |
Nic’s Flicks web exclusive: Seven of the spookiest movies of all timeI don’t do much for Halloween. I just sit in my movie chair and watch spooky movies with my family. Every time a jump scare happens I’ll make funny comments like, “You do know the bad guy dies at the end?” Today, I’m looking at seven of the spookiest films of all time, Halloween classics […] Continue Reading |
Camosun College Student Society fall election results inThe Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) held its fall elections from Monday, October 24 to Wednesday, October 26. Denver Xavier got voted in as international director, Puneet Kaur as women’s director, Safs Saifullah as pride director, and Astrid Klee as wellness and access director. Purvi Dubey, Jaisica Singh, Ayush Chauhan, and Alex Joseph are Interurban […] Continue Reading |
Fresh to Death slays BC beer loversOn Sunday, October 16, Victoria Beer Society hosted Fresh to Death, a celebration of hopped-up craft beers. Held at the Esquimalt Gorge Park Pavilion, the venue was modest, and the event featured 20 fresh brews from 12 BC breweries. I started off with Howl Brewing’s Chai Pumpkin Brown Ale (6%), which seemed to me to […] Continue Reading |
The Belfry starts season extremely strong with Intimate ApparelThe Belfry Theatre opened its doors to a new season this September with a tough act to follow. Featuring rich and poetic dialogue from Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage, Intimate Apparel made an impactful debut. Set in 1905, the play follows the unique journey of Esther, an illiterate Black seamstress played by Jenny Brizard. Working […] Continue Reading |
