Until Sunday
- The fourth annual spring art show and sale goes at the Dorchester Hotel, 70 Church St. Today and Saturday- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday -- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featured door prizes or original paintings, draw Sunday 4 p.m.
THIS WEEKEND
Sunday:
- John Reischman & The Jaybirds at 2 p.m. at The Lantzville Heritage Church, 7244 Lantzville Rd. Tickets available at Fascinating Rhythm, Arbutus Music and the Black Dog Cafe or call Donna 390-4592 (10% of the proceeds will go to the Trish Turner Memorial Fund Seva www.seva.ca)
- An afternoon of music to Bard to Broadway Theatre Society, 2 p.m. at Knox United Church. Featuring a variety of songs from opera to show tunes with Andrea Sicotte, Hilary Whelton, B2B's vocal director, and Sharon Wishart, piano accompanist with Emma and the Post Men, Kwalikum Secondary School jazz combo. Admission will be at the door with a suggested contribution of $10 per person.
- Happyface Productions presents a stand-up comedy workshop. A full day workshop that covers all aspects of writing and performance with Chris Molineux. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Howard Johnson Hotel. For details and registration, call 1-866-711-(HAHA)4242.
- Dramaworks Theatre presents And In The Morning, written by Lantzville writer John Wilson. Performances are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Malaspina College Theatre. Tickets are available at The Good Old Book Exchange, Terminal Park, Videos Are Us, Northridge Village, and Mostar Plaza (758-9921) or at the door 45 minutes before show times. Call Jay at 754-1664
BENEFITS
Sunday
- Benefit Concert 2:30 p.m. at St Andrews United Church Fitzwilliam St. with Devon Joiner, Rachel Kiyo Iwaasa and Tim Richard Admission by Donation. Proceeds to St Andrews United Church and War Resisters Support
ARTS AND GALLERIES
UNTIL SUNDAY
- Essence of the Apple a series of new acrylic paintings by Eileen Williamson at Art 10 in Port Place Shopping Centre.
May 5 to 31
- Robert Cerins is Nanaimo Art Gallery's Feature Artist for May with Luscious Landscapes. Opening and artist's talk will be held May 5, 7 p.m. at 150 Commercial St.
Until May 6
- Malaspina University-College's visual and applied arts program presents Progressions exhibition in the foyer of the Theatre building 310, the Visual & Applied Arts building 325 and the Nanaimo Art Gallery building 330 and will run from April 18 to May 6 in the Nanaimo Art Gallery and all summer in building 32.5
May 6
- Sense Unique is a studio and garden tour 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Six artists in Nanaimo's Old City and their friends and musicians will delight visitors. Each garden and studio will offer specialty food and music. Proceeds from the raffle of art and yoga equipment will go to an NDSS scholarship for a Fine Arts student. Addresses include, 610 Prideaux St., 135 Machleary St., 307 Kennedy St. and 42 Wakesiah Ave.
Until May 31
- Destination Nanaimo a feature show of new acrylic paintings by Mary Ann Fleming will be on display at Art 10 Gallery, Port Place Shopping Centre.
Until June 20
- Mixed Feelings is the current exhibition of new drawings and concetto works by Gabriola Island artist, Gerrit Verstraete at the Gabriola Professional Centre Gallery, 590 North Rd., Gabriola Island.
THEATRE
Until May 6
- Yellow Point Drama Group presents Wedding Daze, comprised of three plays -- Visitor from Forest Hills, The Marriage Proposal and radio play, My Favourite Husband at Cedar Hall.Tickets available at 245-4297.
May 6, May 11 to 20
- Ladysmith Secondary School presents Jesus Christ Superstar, the rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Sat, May 6 and Thurs, Fri, Sat nights May 11 - 20 at Ladysmith Secondary School. Doors open 6:30 p.m. -show time 7 p.m. Tickets available LSS, Salamander Books and Grant's Jewellers: $12 adults, $8 students. Phone 245-3043.
Until May 20
- Chemainus Theatre Festival presents the romantic comedy She Stoops to Conquer 8 p.m. evenings- Wednesday through Saturday; 2 p.m. matinees Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Box Office: 1-800-565-7738 or (250) 246-9820.
May 20
- It's Showtime! Bard to Broadway's annual fundraising musical premiere showcases a preview of the 2006 summer season as well as a spectacular musical revue, the best of 100 years of Broadway - both song and dance, 6:30 p.m. at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Tickets may be purchased at the Qualicum Beach train station box office or by calling 752-6813.
BOOKS/AUTHORS
May 7
- Gabriola author Katherine Gordon presents her new book, a trailblazer about trailblazers. Made to Measure: a History of Land Surveying in British Columbia is just out from Sono Nis Press. The author will introduce it to her home island, Gabriola at 2 p.m., at the Sandstone Studio. For more information phone 247-8931.
DANCE
May 13
- Switch, charity dance for the Vancouver Island Easter Seals 24 Hour Relay for Kids at the Ladysmith Inn, Sportsman's Pub. Tickets available at the Sporty Grill and the Ladysmith Beer and Wine. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. -- band starts at 9 p.m.
MUSIC
May 3
- James Dundass Seeing the Invisible, concert tour, 7 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 311 Fitzwilliam St. Call the church office at 753-1924.
May 5
- St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Rd. presents, Wellington School Senior Jazz Band with 'Groovin High' and 'Forward Motion' 7 p.m. Tickets available at: Arbutus Music, Black Dog Cafe, Island Piano Centre, all MTM outlets and the church office.
May 7
- Music on Sunday at the The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Rd. West, Qualicum Beach, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with An evening of classical Music performed by three Victoria players;Patricia Kostek-clarinet, Linda Bardutz-cello, Bruce Vogt-piano. Call 752-6133.
May 7 and 14
- The Haydn Wood Salon Ensemble featuring Marjorie Cullerne, violin, Trish Clair-Peck, violin, Jennifer Cluff, flute, John Forrest, bass, Veronica Wagner, viola, Diana Fletcher, cello, Sharon Wishart, piano and Christine McMahon, soprano, perform at the Christ Community Church, 2221 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Island Piano, Falconer Books, The Black Dog (Lantzville). They also perform at Knox United Church, 345 North Pym, Parksville at 2 p.m. May 14. The Mulberry Bush, Parksville/Qualicum, and Knox Church Office. Call 248-9339.
PUBS/CLUBS/ETC.
Cambie: May 20 - Old Phoebe with The Bikes Mine, May 27 - The Spitfires with Unlabeled & Deathlessness
Cassidy Inn: Friday and Saturday- 8th and Park, April 28 and 29- Fourtunes
Katz: Come and enjoy Sex and the City every Wednesday night at the Katz lounge. Show starts at 9 p.m.
Oxy: Every Sunday night 8 to 11 p.m., Richard Nott and Ken Ermter play 'bootygrass.'
Pacific Brimm Coffee and Tea Co. in Parksville: Every Thursday, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. it's the Latin Rhythms of Jenna Flor Duo plus open mike for all kinds of world beat, folk, Latin, etc. musicians.
Queen's Hotel: Every Monday The Thieves, every Tuesday B'Boon. Friday and Saturday - That 70s Band, April 23- Open Jam Night, April 26- Murder City Sparrows, April 28 - Jim Byrnes, April 29 - Kiltlifters, April 30- Tina Jones Band, May 3- Bill Runge Jazz Band, May 5 - Megalicious , May 8 - Swollen Members with DJ Allgood, May 17 - Our Mercury with The Brunswick Affair, May 18 - The Matadors with Creepshow, May 30 - Rocketface with Aeroplane
Tania's Downtown: Wednesdays 8 p.m. Jam night. Drums, piano and bass provided.
Tina's Diner: Saturday and Sunday, noon to 2 p.m. Paul Abgrall plays live.
FILM
May 5 to 7
- Screenwriting Blitz in Nanaimo, basic training for beginning and emerging writers. Call Keith Digby at 250-743-2439 or www.westcoastscreenwriting.com
MISCELLANEOUS
May 4
- Photographer Brian Harris brings his show Beauty and Transformation to Malaspina University Theatre, 7:30 p.m. The multimedia show features more than 500 photographs. from Harris' trip to India with photography, videography and music the show portrays the work of four people and projects.
May 28
The Vancouver Island Symphony 5th annual Homes of Note self-guided tour 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. south of Nanaimo in Yellowpoint, Coffin Point, Evening Cove and Ladysmith. Tickets, which include a guide map, are $21 at Turley's Florists, The Quilted Duck Gift Cottage, Phaedrus & Cleo Fine Foods in Ladysmith, and the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce. Call 250-754-0177.
April 26 - 29 7:30pm
April 29 & 30 2pm Matinee
TheatreOne & The Port Theatre present:
IF WE ARE WOMEN - by Joanna McClelland Glass is an intelligent, warm
and funny look at the lives and loves of three generations of women.
The characters are totally engaging! "Pre-show chat"
Sponsored by Acme Food Co. & Coastal Community Credit Union, Mem./Grp.
$26 Non-Mem. $30
Std. $17
Fri May 5 7:30pm
The Port Theatre presents: TOM JACKSON - Stories, songs and Tomfoolery.
Become one with this well loved award-winning entertainer. Tom gives
you an insider look into his life when he shares an autobiographical
collection of personal anecdotes and original music. At a time when
less is more, the simplicity and humour of Tomfoolery is its appeal.
Mem./Grp. $24 Non-Mem. $28 Std. $17
Sat May 6 7:30pm
Crimson Coast Dance Society presents:
"SPOKEN DANCE" with Andrea Nann and Michael Ondaatje: Crimson
Coast is delighted to offer this remarkable occasion. Mr. Ondaatje
(author of The English Patient) joins us for the evening and will read
from his works. Andrea Nann's dance works are elegant and layered
with metaphor while remaining incredibly articulate. The combined
artist team has created an evening of sensory delight. $40 more gets
you to the post performance reception and book signing with the
evening's artists. www.crimsoncoast.org
Crimson Coast member: $30
Port Theatre member: $32
Student: $25 Public: $35
Sun May 7 8pm
Shantero Productions presents:
RON JAMES- "Gone with Ron"
Canada's funniest stand-up comic is coming back to Nanaimo - one
night only! Ron's clever Canadiana storytelling combined with a Robin
Williamsian manic energy equals an evening you won't forget.
All seats: $38.00 www.ronjames.ca
Fri May 12 & 13 7pm
Red Room Studio presents: " ALICE"
Alice is a magical theatre experience performed by children 6 - 17 and
delightful for kids of all ages. Directed and adapted by Elizabeth
Gorrie, Alice takes you into a wonderful world of Lewis Carroll through
music, puppetry and mask. All seats $12 www.redroomstudio.biz
Sat May 13 12pm & 3pm
VANCOUVER ISLAND INTERNATIONAL CHILDRENS FESTIVAL- At The Port
Theatre check out visually stunning performances that will thrill anyone
who loves circus arts as Skookum Cirque - The Underground Circus takes
to the stage. Many other venues downtown!
Adults: $16, 16 yrs & younger $12
$4 off with Festival Pass
www.childrensfestival.com
Mon & Tues May 15 & 16 7:30pm
Jeff Parry Promotions Presents:
RAIN- THE BEATLES EXPERIENCE
RAIN is the most renowned Beatles tribute in the world! From the early
days of the Ed Sullivan show to the St. Pepper era and on to the Abbey
Road years, RAIN's performance captures it all flawlessly. All seats:
$56.00 www.raintribute.com
Fri May 19 7pm
Empire Days Society presents:
MAY QUEEN CROWNING
The May Queen Crowning on Friday includes Military Bands and the traditional May Pole dance. It is just one part of their Victoria Day weekend celebration. Other Events Include: Sunday at 1pm -
Empire Day
Parade, 3pm at Lion Pavilion in Maffeo-Sutton Park - Parade Award
Ceremonies and at 10pm - Swya-Lana Lagoon - Fireworks. Admission is
Free
Sun May 21 2pm
Malaspina Choir presents: PASSIONATELY PURCELL - Dido & Aeneas. Under the direction of Conductor Wade Noble, Malaspina Choir joins the
Victoria Chamber Orchestra to bring you an afternoon of aural delight! Ticket $20 Sen./std. $15
Sat May 27 9am & 6pm
Fitness Edge Health Club presents: FAME Fitness and Model Expo. Fame
Vancouver Island features competition in Bodybuilding, Fitness, Fitness Model, Figure and Arm Wrestling. The competition is more than having a fabulous physique! The amateur and professional entrants will be vying for a chance to compete at the World Championships being held in June in
Toronto.
Prejudging - 9am . All seats $10
Finals - 6pm. 1st 10 rows $25, Other seats $20
Sat June 3 1pm & 7pm
Tempo Dance Academy presents: DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA - A collaboration of dances - Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Modern Stage and Pointe.
Adults $17 Std/Sen. $14
Sun June 11 2:30pm
Margaret Larson School of Highland Dance presents:
"A FESTIVAL BY THE SEA"
Your feet will be tapping to the lively beat of the celtic music as the girls' feet fly across the stage. The wee lassies will steal your hearts while the championship level dancers 'wow' you! Award winning vocalists will bring a tear to your eyes as they sing some Scottish
favorites.
All seats $10.00
Mon June 19 7:30pm
Hatrack Productions presents:
ALL IN ALL, IT'S JUST, a celebration of the recorded musical lifetime of Pink Floyd. All In All takes you from 1967's Pipers At The Gates of Dawn, through to the classic middle years of Wish You Were Here, Dark
Side of the Moon, and The Wall.
All Seats: $32.50 www.allinall.ca
Mon July 31 7:30pm
The Port Theatre presents: MATTHEW GOOD - SOLO ACOUSTIC TOUR: Canadian alternative rocker Matthew Good is well known for the strong and politically charged songs like "Everything is Automatic". Melissa
McLelland will be the opening performer.
Mem./Grp. $25 Non-Mem. $30
Sun November 5 2:30pm
Nanaimo Concert Band presents: FALL CONCERT 2006 - Established in 1872, the 55 member Nanaimo Concert Band has been a successful mainstay in the Nanaimo area music scene. The band had a great honor to perform in Holland for the 60th Anniversary of Peace in May 2005. All seats $10
Ticket Centre: 1.250.754.8550
Monday to Friday: 11am to 6pm, Saturday: 12noon to 5pm and 2 hrs prior to showtimes.
Full list of events at www.porttheatre.com