Victoria Arts, Heritage & Culture Guide Sum 2008 by Tourism Victoria

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Downtown Victoria As the days grow longer and the caressing warmth of the sun reaches down to embrace us, minds grow nostalgic for idyllic summer days of yore – but instead of dwelling on past glories, create new ones in vibrant downtown Victoria! The city is at its busiest and most vital during the summer months, and this year there’s even more to do. Whatever your tastes, you’ll find something to keep you busy within the pages of this guide. See great live musical acts at the Ska Festival, Victoria Electronic Music Festival, Bayview Symphony Splash, Jazzfest, and Vancouver Island Blues Bash. Watch innovative theatrical performances at the Victoria Fringe Festival. For those of a nautical persuasion, there’s always something happening in the Inner Harbour this year, including the Tall Ships Festival at the end of June. Or just wander downtown and check out the excitement, the unique shops, and the brilliant scenery of one of the most beautiful cities in North America. Build up some warm summer memories to keep you cosy during the winter’s chill this year.

BC is celebrating 150 years since the founding of the Crown Colony of British Columbia in 1858 – 150 years of cultural diversity, community strength and widespread achievement.

For more information about downtown Victoria, please call (250) 386-2238 or visit www.downtownvictoria.ca

The capital of British Columbia, the City of Victoria, is proud to be hosting a variety of celebrations and activities. Check out pages 2 to 5 for all the details.

Featured in the previous issue’s April calendar Susan Point | detail of Missing Pieces, 2007 | serigraph | Collection of the artist | Courtesy of the Point Studio.

The Provincial Capital Commission (PCC ) is a selfsustaining Crown agency with a miss ion to “connect and celebrate the Capital with all British Columbians.” The year 2008 provides special opp ortunities to celebrate. On the BC Day long weekend August 1-4, the PCC is sponsoring a major public celebration called FESTIVAL 150 – an event-filled weekend of free fam ily-oriented activities. For details, see page 4 and visit www .bcfestival150.ca

contact TOURISM For residents or visitors to the City, .tourismvictoria.com www visit 3, -203 VICTORIA at (250) 953 at 812 Wharf Street. or drop down to the Visitor Centre , book activity/event Pick up free maps and information by calling toll free tion tickets or reserve accommoda 1-800-663-3883.

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Five creative banner designs capturing Victoria’s charm and character adorn Victoria’s lamp posts to add colour and vibrancy to downtown areas. The banners, designed by Cavana, a local design studio, were chosen in a juried competition.

Performing Arts

Public Markets

BC 150

Festival 150 Fire Bells & Fanfare 150 Years in Golden Mountain Island Farms Victoria Day Parade St. Ann’s Educate & Celebrate 2008 Tall Ships Victoria

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Festivals & Celebrations Bayview Residences Victoria Symphony Splash Butchart Garden Summer Series Canada Day Festival Mexicano Inner Harbour Festival Luminara Mozart Festival Passion for Tango Festival St Baptiste Day Celebration Shakespeare in the Summer Showcase In The Square Summer in the Square VCM Summer Festival 2008 Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Victoria Electronic Music Festival Victoria Film Festival Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival Victoria Jazz Society VI International Children’s Festival Victoria Ska Festival Victoria Tartan Parade

Victoria’s Summer Banners

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Public Markets

Heritage City of Victoria Archives 13 Chinatown Walks 13 Hidden Dragon Tours 12 Inner Harbour First Nations Interpretive Walkway 13 Secrets of the City Self-Guided Heritage Walks 13

Museums & Historical Sites Butchart Gardens Craigdarroch Castle Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse Maritime Museum of BC St. Ann’s Academy Royal BC Museum Victoria’s National Historic Sites

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Performing Arts – Venues Alix Goolden Performance Hall 17 McPherson & Royal Theatres 16 Stage in the Park - Cameron Bandshell 17 UVic Centre Farquhar Auditorium 17 Victoria Event Centre 17

City of Gardens Chorus Early Music Society of the Islands Euphonia Music Festival Fringe Theatre Festival Highland Dancing Competition Intrepid Theatre Kaleidoscope Theatre Langham Court Theatre Palm Court Light Orchestra Victoria Operatic Society Uno Festival William Head on Stage

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Visual & Media Arts – Galleries Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Collective Works Gallery Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria Deluge Contemporary Art Eagle Feather First Nations Artists’ Gallery Gallery of Artisans Open Space Victoria Arts Connection View Art Gallery University of Victoria Art Collections

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Visual & Media Arts Downtown Map - p.29 Monthly Calendar of Events - p 25-28 Events subject to change

Art on the Vine Breaking the Landscape Barrier Fernwood Studio Stroll Moss Street Paint-In Reel Dance Film Fest

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The City of Victoria acknowledges the support of our Guide partners and all the participating arts, heritage and cultural organizations. The Guide is published three times a year and production is coordinated by the City of Victoria. For information on being part of the Guide, phone (250) 361-0363.

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BC 150

Come celebrate with us here in British Columbia’s Capital! BC is celebrating 150 years since the founding of the Crown Colony of British Columbia in 1858 – 150 years of cultural diversity, community strength and widespread achievement. The City of Victoria, Victoria Spirit Committee and the Province of BC welcome you to join the celebration – YOU’RE INVITED!

A few of the many BC150 events in Victoria Ongoing Free Spirit: Stories of You, Me and BC Royal BC Museum (see page 14)

July 12 National Historica Display Cedar Hill Recreation Centre

May 17 & 18 71st Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival Topaz Park (see page 10)

July 12 Fire & Police Historical Display Inner Harbour Upper Causeway (Government and Belleville)

May 19, 9am Island Farms Victoria Day Parade (BC 150 Theme) From Mayfair Mall south along Douglas (page 3) May 19, noon 150 Spirit Pole Arrival Inner Harbour, Ship Point June 5-8 Educate and Celebrate 2008 St. Ann’s Academy (page 3)

August 1-4 Festival 150 Celebration of BC’s 150th birthday Inner Harbour and Downtown (page 4) August 2 Fire Bells & Fanfare Dedication Firefighters Monument Fire Apparatus Display (Legislature) Ceremony of Flags (Inner Harbour) (page 5)

August 8 150 Years in Golden Mountain Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony (page 5) August 9 150 Years In Golden Mountain Chinese Celebration Pageant Royal Theatre (page 5) August 15-17 Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Inner Harbour (page 9) August 23, 4:30-8:30pm 150th Cruise Ship Celebration Ogden Point September 21, 2 pm Snow Birds Dallas Road, Victoria Waterfront

June 26-29 Tall Ships Victoria Inner Harbour (page 4)

August 3 Fire Bells and Fanfare Fire Historical Apparatus Display Ship Point and Wharf St (page 5)

June 26-29 Maritime Mosaic Festival Inner Harbour – Tall Ships venue

For more information on all BC150 events, please visit www.bc150.ca

December Centennial Spirit Square Opening Centennial Square (next to City Hall)

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June 5-8 St. Ann’s Academy and other venues Join us in the celebrations honouring the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Sisters of St. Ann in Victoria. June 5 at 3pm – Historical Re-enactment of the Sisters’ arrival in Victoria’s Inner Harbour at Ship Point – Historical costumes highly encouraged! June 6 10am-4pm – Walking tours of the Sisters’ neighbourhood starting at St. Ann’s Academy. The new exhibit “Celebrations at St. Ann’s Academy – 1858 to present” will also be open in the Interpretive Centre. Admission by donation.

Island Farms Victoria Day Parade May 19, starting 9am Downtown Victoria from Mayfair Mall south along Douglas Street Victoria’s largest parade event, with over 150 entries of marching bands, floats, clowns, etc. This year’s theme is BC150. Over 90,000 spectators watch this popular annual event. Fun for the whole family!

June 6 at 7pm – The Symphony on the Green – Outdoor concert on Academy Green featuring the Victoria Symphony. Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy a little night music! Admission by donation. June 7 at 11am – Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Andrew’s Cathedral. June 7 at 7pm – Friends and Alumni Gala Dinner at Victoria Conference Centre. Keynote speaker Rt. Hon. Kim Campbell, 19th Prime Minister of Canada and former St. Ann’s Academy student. Tickets $100 per person, proceeds to benefit UVic Bursary Fund. For more info call 953-8829. June 8 at 12 noon – Victorian Family Picnic on the grounds of St. Ann’s Academy. Bring your picnic basket and blanket; family and kids games and encounters with “visitors from the past.” Free admission. Help us to Educate and Celebrate in 2008! For more information call 953-8820. St. Ann’s Academy National Historic Site (see page 15) 835 Humboldt Street Phone: (250) 953-8829 or Email: www.stannsacademy.com

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BC 150 Festival 150

Celebrating BC’s 150th Birthday!!

August 1-4 Inner Harbour and Downtown

Come celebrate with us here in British Columbia’s Capital!

Tall Ships Victoria

June 26-29, 10am - 9pm daily Victoria’s Inner Harbour

Victoria’s scenic Inner Harbour will provide the backdrop for an event that will touch the hearts and minds of thousands. During four unforgettable days of family fun and celebration, we will commemorate the city’s maritime heritage with the historic visit of over two dozen tall ships from around the world. In addition, we are plann ing an exciting program of interactive educational activities for kids, concer ts, craft fairs and festive events that will celebrate our his tory and BC’s 150th anniversary.

Phone: 1-800-663-3883 or visit www.tallshipsvic toria.ca Tickets $15 - 35

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150 Years in Golden Mountain Fire Bells & Fanfare

The Victoria Fire Departm ent 1858 - 2008 August 2- 3 A colourful and historic tribute to 150 years of fire protection in Victor ia and...You’re invited ! Sat. Aug 2, 11am – Dedic ation of Memorial to Victoria’s Fire Fighters followed by a parade of restored vintage fire ap paratus to Legislative grounds for static displa y. Evening – Ceremony of Flags at the Legislature with Royal Canadian Se a Cadets. Sun. Aug 3, 10am-3pm – Working displays of fire apparatus on Wh arf Street and next to Ship Point. For information, phone

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Bringing the Community Together to Celebrate Chinese Canadian Achievements August 8 - Empress Hotel The Victoria Chinese Commerce Association and the 150 Years in Golden Mountain Celebration Committee will host a Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony to celebrate the achievements of Chinese in Canada on the 150-year mark in 2008. August 9 - Royal Theatre 150 Years in Golden Mountain, a Celebration Pageant will be premiered live on stage, featuring local actors and performers in a colourful theatrical interpretation of Chinese Canadian history. In the summer of 1858, a few Chinese merchants and gold miners from San Francisco came to Victoria on Vancouver Island in response to the lure of gold. The rest is history…or is it? Why are we celebrating? As a Chinese business association in Victoria, the Victoria Chinese Commerce Association feels it is our privilege and “duty” to celebrate and honour our ancestors and those Chinese Canadians who have achieved so much on the 150-year mark of service to Canada. How can you participate? Join us – at the events by reserving early, as seating is limited and both events are expected to sell out quickly. Also everyone can participate online with our web programs and web contests. Join us on August 8 & 9 as we celebrate 150 years in Golden Mountain! Information: www.150goldenmountain.ca Phone: (250) 388-4933 Fax: (250) 383-8935 Email: 150goldenmountain@gmail.com

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Festivals &&Celebrations Festivals Celebrations

Vancouver Island International Children’s Festival Thursday, May 15 & Friday, May 16 Centennial Square, McPherson Playhouse, Victoria Event Centre, Ambrosia Learn, laugh and explore!!! Vancouver Island’s premier arts and cultural family event moves to downtown Victoria. International mainstage performances are paralleled with workshops and activity centres that offer hands-on experiences in a variety of disciplines from drumming circles to improv comedy. Free daily site entertainment, roving performers, food vendors, and fun for the entire family featuring:

™ Alpha Yaya Diallo (Guinea, West Africa) ™ Mayhem Poets (New York) ™ Les Parfaits Inconnus (Quebec) ™ Erewhon Theatre (Toronto)

™ Mr. Fish (New York) ™ Human Jazz (Seattle) ™ Tapco (BC) ™ Bobs & Lolo (VancouverIsland)

Free Activity Centres $4 Workshops $8.50 School Day Shows $20 (Adults), $15 (16 & under) Family Day Revue (McPherson Playhouse Friday) ($23/$17 at the door) $31.75 (Adults), $26.25 (16 & under) Gala Family Night (McPherson Playhouse Thursday) Presented by A Channel and the Vancouver Island Arts Festivals Society. Toll-Free: (877) 554-3378 or visit www.childrensfestival.com

St-Jean Baptiste Day Celebration Willows Beach Park June 21 Join Victoria’s francophone community in celebrating St. Jean Baptiste Day! These festivities combine the ancient rites of the summer solstice with the traditional celebration honouring the patron saint of French Canadians. Daytime events start at 12 noon at Willows Beach Park, Oak Bay. This year’s St. Jean Baptiste Day will feature outdoor cultural events for all ages. There will be ongoing shows on stage with many local artists. Come experience the Kid’s Zone with an inflatable castle, giant games, face painting, balloon art, and more! Hamburgers, ice cream, cotton candy and other festival treats will be available for purchase. Music, entertainment and dancing are guaranteed! Bring your friends, family and neighbours and don’t forget your blankets and chairs! Free admission Don’t miss our night-time festivities! More details on www.francocentre.com See you there!

Victoria Francophone Society Our regular monthly activities include: French movie nights: The first Friday and the third Wednesday of every month at Victor Brodeur School 637 Head Street - $2/$5 No movies in July and August. Beaux Jeudis (Happy Hour): 5 – 7pm, on the first Thursday of each month at the Canoe Brewpub – 450 Swift St. No cover charge. Door prizes.

Phone: (250) 388-7350 200-535 Yates St., or visit us at www.francocentre.com sfv@francocentre.com

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Victoria Jazz Society

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Victoria Film Festival JumpCuts

June 12, 13 & 14 Centennial Square and other nearby venues

June 20-29 Over 350 of the best jazz, blues and worldbeat musicians from around the world with over 90 exciting performances on 12 stages around Victoria. Artists for JazzFest International 2008 include: Pink Martini, Susan Tedeschi, Maceo Parker, Dave Brubeck Quartet, Divine Brown, Naturally 7, Jesse Cook, Monty Alexander Trio, Andy Bey, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. PLUS over 80 other performances at various downtown venues!

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The Victoria Film Festival launches the 3rd annual JumpCuts where you can play with cameras, computers and creativity. Movies! Demonstrations! 18 workshops - Acting, Animation, Screenwriting, Camera and much much more!! Workshops $3 ea

Free B Film Festival

August 8, 9, 16, 23, 29, 30 Cameron Bandshell Beacon Hill Park The Victoria Film Festival has once again waded through long lost films to present another giggle worthy series under the stars at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park. Bring your blanket and snacks! It’s the best FREE evening in the city! Phone: 389-0444 or visit www.victoriafilmfestival.com

Showcase In The Square Pink Martini

August 29 - September 1 Four-day music festival featuring all styles of blues and R&B on Labour Day weekend at Ship Point (Victoria’s Inner Harbour). Full festival line-up will be announced mid-July! Tickets: McPherson Box Office and its outlets (386-6121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca) and the Victoria Jazz Society office (388-4423). For more information, please visit: www.jazzvictoria.ca www.myspace.com/victoriajazzsociety Find us on Facebook! (search groups)

June 25 - August 31 Market Square - 560 Johnson Street Rediscover the magic of Old Town with an outdoor multi-event festival that has a little something for everyone! This summer Victoria’s historic Market Square is host to a series of outdoor movie nights and one-act plays accompanied by ten weeks of live music and dance entertainment and a one-of-a-kind local market. Join the excitement! Showcase Market June 25 thru Aug 31, Wednesdays - Sundays 11am-4:30pm Live Music/Dance - Free June 27 thru Aug 31, Fridays 12-2pm, Sat/Sun 12-5pm Outdoor Movie Nights - by donation Sundays - June 29, July 13, Aug 10 and Aug 24 at 8pm One-act Play Series - $7 & $9 July 23 thru Aug 30, Wed - Sat, shows at 6:30pm & 8pm For more details visit www.smartalecproductions.ca or look for the Showcase in the Square Festival Guide.

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Festivals & Celebrations

Canada Day Dawn to Dusk in Downtown – Celebrate our nation’s birthday in Downtown Victoria and expect a full day of festive family entertainment and fun! Enjoy free trolley rides and the eclectic sounds of street-side entertainment, indulge your senses at the artisan’s market, or watch as the kids create chalk masterpieces on the sidewalks and help create a “living flag” on the Legislative lawn. This is one Canada Day you will not want to miss! 8am

Hbc 10 km Run for Canada 11am Free Historic Walking Tours 11am Open the Doors to History 11am Streetside Entertainment 11am Free Trolley Rides 12 noon The Magic of Canada Day 12 noon Chalk One Up for Canada Day 2pm Living Flag on Parliament Grounds

Canada Day Celebration Victoria Legislative Grounds and Inner Harbour July 1, 5:30 - 10:30pm Victoria’s annual celebration of our beloved nation with over 40,000 members of the Capital Region – representative of all ages, cultures and ethnic backgrounds – in attendance. A true reflection of our national heritage and identity. The 2008 event will include a kid’s entertainment area, top-quality performances on the main stage and, of course, our ‘Eh-rated’ fireworks display. Celebration Victoria is proudly presented by the City of Victoria and Coast Capital Savings in partnership with our premier event partners Hbc, Canadian Heritage, and Thrifty Foods.

For the full program of activities, visit www.downtownvictoria.ca

For event and sponsorship information visit www.victoria.ca/canadaday

Victoria’s 9th Annual Ska Festival

Festival Mexicano

July 9-12 at Ship Point (Inner Harbour), Victoria Curling Club and various other venues

July 4-6 Centennial Square and Victoria Event Centre

SkaFest brings back all your favourites with free shows on Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday at Ship Point, the Thursday night Reggae Extravaganza with Pato Banton, and Saturday Night Grand Finale with The Easy Star All Stars and The Skatalites.

Celebrate Victoria’s Mexican culture with performances by local musicians and dancers, fresh Mexican food, and artwork by local artists. Beverage Garden on site. July 4 – 6pm-midnight at the Victoria Event Centre 1415 Broad St $7 tickets at the door. July 5 & 6 – 12pm-5pm in Centennial Square - Free Phone: 250 380-1280 or visit www.1415broad.ca

Shakespeare in the Summer 2008 Camosun College Lansdowne Campus July 10 - August 16 with previews on July 8 & 9

New to SkaFest this year is an artist workshop with The Dubmatix. More artists and festival info online.

Don’t miss this years’ Victoria Shakespeare Society productions of Much Ado About Nothing & The Tempest.

Tickets: Free - $35 Email: scott@victoriaskafest.ca or visit www.victoriaskafest.ca

Adults $17 or $28 for both shows; Students and Seniors $14 or $25 for both shows; Children 12 & under are free Email: info@vicshakespeare.com Phone: (250) 386-6121 or visit www.vicshakespeare.com

VCM Summer Festival 2008 June 30-August 9 Victoria Conservatory of Music and other downtown venues Over 30 Public Performances, Over 80 Master/Special Classes Over 120 events to choose from! 40 days, 5 venues, 1 low price! All Access VCM Summer Festival Pass, only $99 until June 15 Judith Forst, Stuart Hamilton, Robert Holliston, Don Thompson, Ian McDougall, Phil Dwyer, the Lafayette String Quartet and more! June 30 – Evening of Classical Guitar: Bradford Werner, Alexander Dunn, & guests July 9 – Summer Serenata, intimate classical vocal chamber works July 12 – “Into the Woods: Fairy Tales in Opera”, Glynis Leyshon, Director July 11/12 – On-the-move Jazz students sing with Louise Rose Trio July 14–18 – Lunchtime Jazz performances and discussions: Including: Don Thompson, Ian McDougall, Misha Piatigorsky, Willard Dyson, Phil Dwyer, Louise Rose & Gord Clements July 18 – SJW Faculty Combos led by Phil Dwyer July 19 – SJW Faculty Big Band, led by Ian McDougall PLUS the Don Thompson Nonet Aug 6 – Lafayette String Quartet Aug 7 – Chamber Music Ensembles Competition Finals Aug 9 – Academy Chamber Orchestra with Lafayette String Quartet Phone: (250) 386-5311, ex 202 or visit www.vcm.bc.ca

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Friday, August 15 11am - 10pm Saturday, August 16 10am - 10pm Sunday, August 17 8am - 6pm Inner Harbour Victoria Dragon Boat Festival This fantastic cultural and sporting event is rooted in Chinese history. Watch 90 dragon boat teams from across North America race in our Inner Harbour. Catch a free concert or movie at the entertainment stage, grab a delicious meal at our lively Asian Bazaar, play mahjong, watch martial arts and learn origami. Don’t miss the spectacular Lights of Courage where over 1,000 lanterns are hung at the Festival honouring loved ones who have battled cancer; proceeds to the BC Cancer Foundation. Free fun for the whole family! Donations gratefully accepted Phone: (250) 704-2500 extension 0 or visit www.victoriadragonboat.com

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Bayview Residences Victoria Symphony Splash Sunday, August 3, 4 - 10pm Victoria’s Inner Harbour Bayview Residences Victoria Symphony Splash is the largest annual symphony event in North America, attracting up to 40,000 Victoria residents and visitors. The unique setting for the performance is on a barge moored in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, in front of the picturesque Provincial Legislature. Admission by donation with all proceeds to the Victoria Symphony Phone: (250) 385-6515 or visit www.victoriasymphony.ca

Passion for Tango Festival August 22-24 Centennial Square, downtown Victoria and surrounding areas Passion for Tango Festival, presents concerts by local and international musicians and dancers. Experience the passion, excitement and thrill of classic, Nuevo and contemporary tango performances. Free outdoor events, ticketed venues, and workshops. Phone: (250) 418-8898 or visit www.passion4tango.com

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Festivals &&Celebrations Festivals Celebrations

Mozart Festival

Victoria Electronic Music Festival Featuring the incredible pianists of the Parker family: JON KIMURA PARKER IAN, JAMES AND EDWARD PARKER

August 2 & 3 (BC Day Long Weekend) Centennial Square In the heart of Downtown Victoria 3 - 10pm (both days)

The Magic Flute performed for children

In Search of Mozart a documentary film Miller, Mozart and Martinis with TANIA MILLER, MUSIC DIRECTOR

festival MAY 3– 12, 2008 Tickets on sale now! Call 385-6515 www.victoriasymphony.ca

4th Victoria Tartan Parade May 10, 11am - noon Featuring pipebands, highland dancers, and heavy event athletes. Leaves City Hall at 11am down Government Street to Legislative Buildings lawns for piping, dancing and caber toss. Free event.

71st Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival May 17 & 18 at Topaz Park – 9am-6pm Saturday - kilted mile, sheep dog competition, heavy events, Celtic dance, music and entertainment, tug of war competition. Sunday - traditional Games with highland dancing, bagpiping, drumming, heavy events; massed pipe bands and spectacular opening ceremonies at noon. Both days have kids entertainment area, historical displays, beer garden, whisky school, vendors and concessions. Sat $5 Adult, $4 Senior/Youth, Sun $8 Adult, $6 Senior/Youth. 2 days $10 Adult, $8 Senior/Youth. Children under 12 free. Phone: (250) 598-0120 or visit www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Recently voted one of Victoria’s “top 3” festivals, the Victoria Electronic Music Festival (VEMF) is a fun, exciting and free event that builds awareness of the electronic music industry and showcases top quality artist performances. Now in its 5th year, VEMF has established itself as the premier electronica event in Victoria. With an impressive roster of 40+ DJ’s, producers and other live acts; VEMF 2008 will feature a massive line-up of local, national and international talent. Event goers of all ages and musical backgrounds will enjoy a tremendous environment of music, dancing and social interaction. Additional features include: Beer Garden, Food & Beverage outlets, industry exhibitors, street performers and our alwayspopular “VEMF interactive seminars.” We encourage everyone to take part in these free workshops, which provide hands on participation in both DJ instruction and music production. Completely free to attend, this two-day festival (Aug 2 & 3) takes place at Centennial Square from 3pm-10pm daily, then continues with multiple nightclub and after-party events both nights. Come be a part of the action, as VEMF will deliver one of the most exciting weekends of the summer to an estimated crowd of 6000+ people! VEMF is produced by the Northwest Entertainment Foundation in collaboration with Symbiant Entertainment and other event specialists. This non-profit event would not be possible without the support of its sponsors, business affiliates, artists, volunteers and the city of Victoria. Anyone wishing to volunteer, perform or otherwise contribute should visit our website for contact information. Admission FREE (open to all ages) Complete info at: www.vemf.ca

Festivals & Celebrations

2008 Summer in the Square

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Inner Harbour Festival Inner Harbour May to September

June 21 – August 24 Centennial Square (next to City Hall) Pandora Avenue and Douglas Street JazzFest International starts the summer off, June 20 - 29. Centennial Square is the festival’s one and only outdoor venue! Free Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances June 21, 22, 28 and 29 - 12:30 - 5:30pm! Enjoy the sounds of such artists as Laila Biali, Blake Tartare, Empirical, Kellylee Evans, Chris Tarry Group and the outstanding Vic High R&B Band, amongst many others! Free noon hour jazz performances Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27 Ticketed Concerts Friday, June 27 – 7pm: Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 Saturday, June 28 – 7pm: Karmetik Collective and Eccodek featuring Kiran Ahluwalia. Phone: (250) 388-4423 or visit www.jazzvictoria.ca Lunchtime in the Square Weekdays – noon to 1pm Spend your lunch hour listening to music. Something for everyone. Dancing in the Square July 8 - August 12 – Tuesdays 7 – 9:30pm Free ballroom dance instruction followed by dancing to live music. Each week a different dance. Other Festivals and Celebrations……. • July 5 & 6 Festival Mexicano (see page 8) • August 2 & 3 Electronic Music Festival (see page 10) • August 16 Cool Aid 40th Anniversary Celebrations • August 22 Passion for Tango (see page 9) ...and more! Watch for details. Phone: (250) 361-0388 or visit www.victoria.ca/2008summer in the square

Take a stroll along the lower causeway in the harbour and find world-class painters, First Nations carvers and artisans demonstrating their craft right before your eyes. Have a seat at the centre of the causeway to enjoy some of the finest jugglers in the country. Stop in at some of the fine food carts that offer organic coffee and light snacks. While you’re there, listen to music from one of the 24 musicians who add diversity and colour to the already beautiful seaside setting. The harbour comes alive at night with a night market located on the Ship Point Pier. Friday and Saturday night starting at 7pm and goes until 10:30pm. This event brings in locally handmade arts and crafts. It starts on June 20 and runs to August 30. Phone: (250) 413-6828 or visit www.victoriaharbour.org

Luminara July 26 Light up Beacon Hill Park and St. Ann’s Academy at Victoria’s 9th annual celebration of light. Don’t get caught empty-handed. Check our website for information on fast, fun lantern-making workshops.

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Butchart Gardens Summer Series 800 Benvenuto Ave., Brentwood Bay June 28 - August 30 A nightly series of open air musical events spread over 64 nights on the Concert Lawn. Enjoy nationally recognized artists performing country, classical, rock, and jazz. And don’t forget Fireworks Saturdays. Cost: No surcharge – regular admission rates. Phone: (250) 652-5256 or visit www.butchartgardens.com/music

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Public Markets

Public Markets Bastion Square Public Market Local arts and crafts and busking entertainment. Bastion Square (between Government & Wharf Streets) April 5 to October 26 Daily: 10:30am - 7:30pm Phone: 885-1387 or visit www.bastionsquare.ca Government Street Public Market Eclectic mix of vendors and pedestrians. 1600 Government Street (McPherson Theatre/Chinatown) May 4 to September 28 Sundays & and some holiday Mondays: 11am - 4:30pm Phone: 598-2593 or visit www.pin.ca/market James Bay Market Local producers, artisans, and musicians. Menzies and Superior Streets (behind Legislative Buildings) May 3 to October 4, Saturdays: 9am - 3pm Phone: 381-5323 or visit www.jamesbaymarket.com Inner Harbour Night Market Featuring fine artisans, music and street performers. Ship Point, Inner Harbour June 20 to August 30, Fridays and Saturdays: 7 - 10:30pm Phone: 413-6828 or visit www.victoriaharbour.org Showcase Market Quality crafts, inspired art and delectable Island produce. Market Square – 560 Johnson Street June 25 to August 31, Wednesdays – Sundays: 11am - 4:30pm Phone: 294-2243 or 857-2532 or visit www.smartalecproductions.ca Moss Street Market “Make it, bake it or grow it yourself,” artisans & entertainment. Sir James Douglas School (Fairfield Road & Moss Street) May 3 to October 11, Saturdays: 10am - 2pm Four half day markets – April 19, 26, and October 18, 25 10am - 12 noon Phone: 361-1747 or visit www.mossstreetmarket.com Vic West Farmers Market Local and BC organic and naturally grown produce. Raynor Street and Craigflower Road April 2 to October 29, Wednesdays: 2 - 6pm Phone: 385-7974 or visit www.foodroots.ca Fernwood Square Evening Market Local artisans, crafters, food, produce, collectables, entertainment. Beside the Belfry Theatre (Fernwood Rd & Gladstone Ave) May 27 to September 16, Tuesdays: 5:30 - 8:30pm Phone: 595-2262 “Pocket” Markets For a list of current locations, visit www.foodroots.ca

Heritage Hidden Dragon Tours 541 1/2 Fisgard Evenings 6:30 May to October Old Chinatown was not only vital to the growth of Victoria but also BC and Canada. The original community supplied hungry gold rush, opium, housing and labour markets. Documents suggest that the Chinese navy discovered our coast in 1421. Although Chinatown Victoria sprouted 150 years ago, the Chinese story of Fusang describes the visit of a Buddhist Monk and other accompanying Priests in the year 499AD. Today many diverse cultures, some with 5000 years of unbroken traditions, continue to interact and flourish here. DISCOVER Chinatown where tea tasting and worship in the temple of Tam Kung continue as they have for 150 years. EXPLORE the famous Chinatown alley called Fan Tan where gambling games bearing the same name and a Hidden history once played out. ABSORB the ETHOS of Old Chinatown where the mysteries behind ancient symbols are revealed along with other great finds. Responsible Chinatown tourism, lantern walks and dinner tours are the best way to get immersed in our Chinatown world. 3 hr programs start each evening at 6:30pm for $69. Lantern walks start from $20. Reservations accepted for these Chinatown adventures and more authentic multicultural exchanges by calling 888 HIDDEN 9. Tickets or Admission: $69 Email: hiddendragon@oldchinatown.com For information phone: 888 Hidden 9 (888 443 3369) or visit www.oldchinatown.com

Inner Harbour First Nations Interpretive Walkway Signs of Lekwungen Seven locations around and near the Inner Harbour The First Nations people here are the Lekwungen. Today, the descendents of the Lekwungen consist of two groups: the Esquimalt and the Songhees Nations. All of these groups belong to the broader language group called Coast Salish. Coast Salish artist, Butch Dick, has been commissioned to carve seven original carvings which will be placed at sites around and near the Inner Harbour. Site Marker Locations … Sites where signs of Lekwungen art and interpretive markers will be installed include Songhees Point, foot of Broughton Street, City Hall, Lower Causeway, Beacon Hill Park, Royal BC Museum and Laurel Point. Each marker will identify the original place name and reference the significance of the site to the culture of the Lekwungen people. Project Partners … This project was created by the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations, the City of Victoria, the Provincial Capital Commission and the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority with support from the Government of Canada, Department of Canadian Heritage, Cultural Capitals of Canada. Watch for details on the blessing and unveiling ceremony to be held in September following the installation of the markers. For more information phone: (250) 361-0600

Self-Guided Heritage Walks The Secrets are Out! Four walks to choose from. These four upbeat, informative tours with easyto-follow maps are a great way to explore Victoria. Fools Rush In: The clinking of glasses and the smell of canvas and horses – these were the rollicking times of the Gold Rush era.

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Chinatown Walks Start beside the Bright Pearl sculpture, across the street from the Gate of Harmonious Interest, corner of Government and Fisgard Streets. Saturdays at 10:30am in May/June, plus Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays at 10:30am in July/August. Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Chinatown on one of our fascinating walking tours. We will include the popular stories about opium dens, gambling halls and reveal the truth about the secret tunnels. But we will also explain the seasonal festivals and give you a glimpse of the food markets, traditional life and Chinatown’s vibrant arts scene. The exquisite Tam Kung Temple may be included after the tour for those who want a deeper understanding of Chinese religious practices. Adults $12; students and seniors $10. (Purchase tickets from the guide). No reservations are needed. Tours take place rain or shine. Group bookings at any time by request. Phone: (250) 384-6698 or visit www.discoverthepast.com

City of Victoria Archives For over 40 years, The City of Victoria Archives has been a vital source of Victoria’s documentary history. We have a wide variety of records that have been created by both the municipal government and by private organizations and individuals. Visit the Archives at 8 Centennial Square (across from City Hall) and our website www.victoria.ca/archives/archives.shtml Forbidden City: Tales from the secret city within the city – go back to when Canada’s first Chinatown was born. Happy Hauntings: Ghosts, ancestral spirits – expect the unexpected when you take this tour through the country’s most haunted city. Law and Disorder: Robbery, murder and deadly lovers’ triangles – stories of criminals and Victoria’s lawmen. The guides are available at City Hall, Tourism Victoria Visitor Information Centre, offices of the DVBA and Provincial Capital Commission, or visit www.victoria.ca/visitors/wlkngt.shtml to print a copy.

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Heritage & Museums

Royal BC Museum 675 Belleville Street, on Victoria’s Inner Harbour

Maritime Museum of BC Exploration · Adventure · Whaling · Discovery

9am - 5pm year-round (until 10pm most Fridays and Saturdays from June 6 to September 27)

28 Bastion Square Open Daily 9:30am-8pm Phone: (250) 385-4222 ext 103 or visit www.mmbc.bc.ca

Free Spirit: Stories of You, Me and BC is a major feature exhibition celebrating BC’s 150th Anniversary. Free Spirit is a fascinating look into our past, told through stories of individuals and communities: stories of struggle and innovation, determination and survival, fortune and failure, odd ventures and even odder people. Come – be inspired, amused, and awed by everyone who has made our province what it is: a place where free spirits thrive. Ongoing to January 11, 2009. Special events 4th Sat each month. Phone: (250) 356-7226 or visit www.freespiritbc.ca

· Ghosts · Models Pirates · Ghosts · Models Pirates · Shipwrecks Warships · Shipwrecks Warships

Craigdarroch Castle 1050 Joan Crescent Self-guided tours of Historic House Museum Open daily, from 10am - 4:30pm extended hours June 15 to Labour Day, from 9am - 7pm

Most of Canada’s 48,000 war brides immigrated in 1946, as troop and hospital ships doubled as ‘bride ships’. Their wartime romances were the beginning of physical and emotional journeys of integration. Their personal stories, and the broader social history, accompany 79 portraits of war brides on their wedding day in this special exhibition by Calgary-based artist Bev Tosh. At the Royal BC Museum, May 9 to September 1. Opening events 2 pm May 10 and 11. Phone: (250) 356-7226 or visit www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Craigdarroch Castle was built in the 1890’s by wealthy coal baron, Robert Dunsmuir. Now a historic house museum, you can view exquisite stained glass, lavish Victorian furnishings, intricate woodwork and experience the life and times of the very rich at the end of the 19th century. Climb 87 stairs and four floors to the tower for spectacular views of Victoria. Adult: $11.75, Senior: $10.75, Student (19+ with card): $7.75, Child (6-18): $3.75, Child (5 and under): no charge Phone: (250) 592-5323 or visit www.thecastle.ca

National Historic Sites

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National Historic Sites of Canada Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites

Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site

800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay Phone: (250) 652-5256 or visit www.butchartgardens.com

603 Fort Rodd Hill Road (off Ocean Blvd.) Open daily 10am - 5:30pm Historic Military Encampment – May 17-18 Welcome the Tall Ships – June 25 Historic Garrison Camp – August 9-10 Admission: adult $3.90, youth $1.90 Phone: (250) 478-5849 or visit www.pc.gc.ca/fortroddhill

St. Ann’s Academy National Historic Site

835 Humboldt Street Open daily 10am-4pm, May 14-Sept 30 (250) 953-8826 or visit www.stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca

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Chinatown Victoria City Hall

Victoria’s National Historic Sites locations Bay Street Armoury, 715 Bay Street Begbie Hall, Royal Jubilee Hospital, Richmond Road near Fort Street Butchart Gardens (see above) Chinatown Historic District, Fisgard Street between Store and Douglas Streets Chinese Cemetery at Harling Point, Oak Bay Border Waterfront Church of our Lord, 626 Blanshard Street Congregation Emanu-el, the oldest synagogue in Canada (1863) 1461 Blanshard Street Craigdarroch Castle (see page 14) Craigflower Manor House, Corner of Craigflower Road and the Old Island Highway 1A Craigflower Schoolhouse, Admirals Road at Gorge Road West Emily Carr House, 207 Government Street Empress Hotel, 721 Government Street Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Roundhouse, Esquimalt Road near Tyee Road Esquimalt Naval District, Admirals Road near the intersection of Esquimalt and Admirals

Estate of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, 1401 Rockland Avenue Fisgard Lighthouse (see above) Former Victoria Law Courts (Maritime Museum), 28 Bastion Square (see page 14) Fort Rodd Hill/Victoria-Esquimalt Fortifications (see above) Fort Victoria on Wharf Street near Fort Street intersection Hatley Park/Former Royal Roads Military College, 2005 Sooke Road Old Victoria Custom House, 1002 Wharf Street Pemberton Memorial Operating Room, Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1952 Bay Street Point Ellice House, 2616 Pleasant Street Rogers Building, 913 Government Street Royal Theatre (see page 16) St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Cathedral, 740 View Street St. Ann’s Academy, 835 Humboldt (see page 3) Victoria City Hall (Corner of Douglas St and Pandora Ave)

For more information on Canada’s National Historic Sites, visit www.pc.gc.ca

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Performing Arts - Venues

Royal Theatre and McPherson Playhouse Broughton/Blanshard and #3 Centennial Square at Government Street and Pandora Avenue The Royal and McPherson Theatre Society is proud to offer tickets through our website at www.rmts.bc.ca! For added convenience when purchasing online, you are now able to select your own seats for all of our exciting productions coming to both the Royal Theatre and the McPherson Playhouse.

Upcoming shows include:

Hello Dolly May 4, 11, 2pm, May 2-3, 8-10, 8pm McPherson Playhouse Tickets: $37.00, $29.00

Jazz Fest ’08 – Ivan Lins plus Lache Cercel June 21, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $45.50, $35.50

1964 The Beatles Tribute May 14, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $59.50, $49.50, $39.50

Jazz Fest ’08 – Susan Tedeschi plus Jim Byrnes June 23, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $45.50, $35.50

Les Parfaits Inconnus & Alpha Yaya Diallo May 15, 7pm – McPherson Playhouse Tickets: Adults $31.75, 16 & under $26.50

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May 5 to June 30 • Upper Space – Michelle Atkins and Jayne Hendy “White Dog No Monkey: New Works by Jayne Hendy and Michelle Atkins” • Lower Space – Cathleen Thom “Alchemical Transformations”

Jazz Fest ’08 – Dave Brubeck Quartet June 24, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $80.50, $68.50

Ken Lavinge May 15, 7:30pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $75.50, $65.50, $55.50

Jazz Fest ’08 – Naturally 7 and Divine Brown June 25, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $45.50, $35.50

The Royal Theatre and McPherson Playhouse are Victoria’s two premier performing arts venues fusing modern technology with 19th century grace.

City and Colour May 22, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $35.50

Jazz Fest ’08 – Jesse Cook June 26, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $55.50, $45.50

Norman Foote May 25, 2pm – McPherson Playhouse Tickets: $23.50

Jazz Fest ’08 – Monty Alexander Trio and Andy Bey June 27, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $45.50, $25.50

Both theatres feature box offices that are open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am - 5:30pm, as well as during show times.

Girls Night Out May 26, 7pm – McPherson Playhouse Tickets: $37.75 Taj Mahal Trio w/ Blind Boys of Alabama May 28, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $68.25 Crosby Stills & Nash June 3, 7:30pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $109.50, $89.50 Jazz Fest ’08 – Pink Martini June 20, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $55.50, $45.50

Jazz Fest ’08 – Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis June 28, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $80.50, $68.50 Glen Miller Orchestra July 22, 8pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $78.50, $64.50 Weird Al Yankovic August 21, 7:30pm – Royal Theatre Tickets: $60.35, $57.25

For further information, including Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera performances, please visit our website or call our box office. Box Office: (250) 386-6121 or 1 (888) 717-6121 Buy tickets online at: www.rmts.bc.ca Tickets or Admission: Royal Box Office or McPherson Box Office Email: marketing@rmts.bc.ca For information phone: (250) 386-6121 or toll free 1-888-717-6121 or visit www.rmts.bc.ca

UVic Centre Farquhar Auditorium and Maltwood Museum and Gallery University of Victoria Farquhar Auditorium Phone: (250) 721-8480 or visit www.auditorium.uvic.ca Maltwood Museum and Gallery Phone: (250) 721-8298 or visit www.maltwood.uvic.ca

Stage in the Park – Cameron Bandshell Beacon Hill Park (off Arbutus Way and Bridge Way) May to September

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Victoria Event Centre 1415 Broad Street The VEC provides the local arts, entertainment, non-profit and cultural communities with an affordable, flexible and creative downtown venue. A Summer of Festivals at the VEC MAY Victoria Erotica Arts Festival: May 3 Vancouver Island Int’l Children’s Festival: May 15-16 JULY Festival Mexicano: July 4-6 Atomic Vaudeville’s Sweatshop Festival: July 23 – August 3 AUGUST 22nd Annual Fringe Festival: August 21-31 To keep informed on many other events/shows happening throughout the summer months OR to rent the VEC, please visit www.1415broad.ca or call us at (250) 380-1280

Alix Goolden Performance Hall 907 Pandora Ave

Outdoor Concerts and Events - Everyone Welcome Cameron Bandshell is an outdoor performance venue located in the middle of the City’s beautiful Beacon Hill Park off Arbutus Way and Bridge Way. It is alive with activity during May to September hosting a variety of events and concerts on its stage. Bench seating and the surrounding grass areas provide a perfect spot for spectators to relax and enjoy these FREE performances. You’re welcome to bring your own lawn chair. Enjoy the popular Concert Series of: Sunday & Holiday Concerts In the Park – June 8 to Sept 21 Friday Seniors Concerts in the Park – June 13 to Sept 19 & Saturday Jazz in the Park through July and August (except July 26) All series concerts begin at 1:30pm Also Ceilidh in the Park June 15, 1:30pm Inquire about the many other concerts and events scheduled. For info phone: (250) 361-0356 or visit www.victoria.ca

May 1 - 8pm - Atomique presents Sarah Slean May 3 - 2pm - Kelly Kirby Piano 8pm (Doors 8:15) - Anne Schaefer May 4 - 2pm - The Civic Orchestra of Victoria: Northern Voices 7:30pm - Victoria Symphony Mozart Festival presents Colin Tilney and Friends May 8 - 8pm- Atomique presents Buck 65 May 9 - 7:30pm - The Arion Choir Spring Concert with guests the Crystal Singers May 10 - 7:30pm - Victoria Symphony Mozart Festival presents Gryphon Trio May 23 - 7:30pm - Global Arts Concerts presents Yoshida Bothers 1st Canadian tour May 24 - 2:30pm - Moondance Arts Dance Recital June 1 - 7:30pm - Snatam Kaur June 13 & 14 - Gettin’ Higher Choir June 21 - The Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra June 25 & 26 - Victoria Jazzfest Phone: (250) 386-5311 or visit www.vcm.bc.ca/eventslistings.htm

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Euphonia Music Festival

Langham Court Theatre 805 Langham Court in Rockland Shadowlands by William Nicholson directed by Sylvia Rhodes April 24 - May 10

August 9 and 10 BRAHMS: Symphony no.1 – WAGNER: Tristan and Isolde Barbara Livingston, soprano, John Charles Pierce, tenor August 16 & 17 BRAHMS:Symphony no.2 – BEETHOVEN: Ah Perfido! STRAUSS: Four Last Songs – TORKE: Ash, Turid Karlsen, soprano

The Cemetery Club by Ivan Menchell directed by Angela Henry June 12 - 28

August 23 & 24 BRAHMS: Symphony no.3 SCHUBERT: Orchestrated Lieder MAHLER: Kindertotenlieder SHOSTAKOVITCH: Symphony no.9 Susan Platts, mezzo-soprano August 30 & 31 BRAHMS: Symphony no.4 BACH/CAPET: Cantata no.150 BRUCKNER: Te Deum STRAVINSKY: Pulcinella Joslin Rompf, soprano, Michele Losier, mezzo Colin Ainsworth, tenor, Peter McGillivray, baritone

Simon Capet, conductor

Simon Capet, conductor TICKETS ON SALE NOW Buy by June 15th and save up to 20% Phone: (250) 721-8480 or visit www.euphest.com

Palm Court Light Orchestra Sunday, May 25 - 2:30 pm UVic Centre, Farquhar Auditorium Memorable music and fragrant flowers celebrate spring at May’s concert: An English Country Garden. Charles Job conducts the orchestra and young Victoria violin prodigy, Timothy Chooi, in a program of light-hearted salon music. Celebrating 21 years on the Island! Phone: (250) 721-8480 or www.auditorium.uvic.ca Reserved seating. Tickets $26 or students $14 See 2008-09 Season at www.palmcourtorchestra.com

To subscribe or purchase single tickets call the box office at (250) 384-2142 www.langhamcourttheatre.bc.ca

Victoria Operatic Society May 2-11 McPherson Playhouse Hello, Dolly! tells the story of Dolly Gallagher Levi who has been hired to arrange the second marriage for the widowed half-millionaire Horace Vandergelder. She comes to the conclusion that Horace and his fortune will make her the perfect mate, so Dolly pulls out all the stops to hook Vandergelder for herself. Favourite songs include: Hello, Dolly!, Sunday Clothes, Before the Parade Passes By Phone: (250) 386-6121 or visit www.vos.bc.ca

Intrepid Theatre Presents Uno Festival May 21 - June 1 Canada’s singular theatre event! Solo comedy, drama, dance, readings, and workshops from across the country. Uno All-Access Pass is available for $99. Featured performers include Linda Griffiths (Last Dog of War), Andy Jones (An Evening with Uncle Val), Chris Gibbs (Antoine Feval), and d’bi.young.anitafrika (blood.claat), and UNODANZ, curated by Suddenly Dance Theatre. Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival August 21 - 31 Victoria’s 22nd annual fortnight of theatrical mayhem, featuring 50 comedy, drama and dance companies from around the world. Fringe membership is $5, tickets $9 or less. Bring the family down to the 100% free FringeKids Fest on Saturday, Aug 23 in Market Square (11am-4pm), or join a lineup at one of six downtown Fringe venues. Phone: (250)383-2663 or visit www.intrepidtheatre.com

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Kaleidoscope Theatre May 23 - June 1 Belfry Arts Centre

Animal Farm Join us for the world premiere of award-winning author Ian Ferguson’s stage adaptation of George Orwell’s timeless political allegory. The animals of Manor Farm drive out their master, Mr. Jones, and try to run the farm themselves, beginning an ideal life of equality and freedom. But when a cunning and brutal pig becomes their leader, the animals find themselves captive to a new form of oppression. Belfry Box Office (250) 385-6815 Visit www.kaleidoscope.bc.ca for more information

William Head on Stage (WHOS) May 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, June 6, and 7 Gates open at 6pm until 7:15pm. Show starts 7:30pm Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett at William Head Prison (end of William Head Road, Metchosin) William Head inmates are acting up again... this time with Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Ian Case. Tramps, Vladimir and Estragon wait for Godot – will he show up? And why do they wait for him? Beckett’s play addresses the absurdity of, and need for, hope in a world where meaning is hard to come by.

Tickets or Admission: (if applicable) Various ticket prices, student/senior discounts and discount passes available. Email: info@intrepidtheatre.com For information phone: (250) 383-2663 or visit www.intrepidtheatre.com

Ticket are $18 (19+ only) available at: MyChosen Café - 474-2333 The Soap Exchange - 475-0033 Munro’s Books - 382-2464 Kritters & Fins - 384-9728 The Red Barn - 479-8349 Phone: (250) 391-7028 for information

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Early Music Society of the Islands Victoria is one of North America’s top Early Music venues. The Society presents leading period instrument ensembles performing music composed before 1800. One of Victoria’s cultural gems!

Highland Dancing Competition Victoria Conference Centre July 3 - 6, 9am - 4pm

24th season (8 concerts) starts Aug. 2 All concerts introduced by Robert Holliston unSplash: Unplugged, indoors, intimate and Italian. Il Ricercar Continuo of Italy (cello, theorbo and harpsichord) – Baroque masterpieces by Gabrielli, Pergolesi, Scarlatti. Sat, Aug 2 at 8pm, Alix Goolden Hall Special concerts: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra (Fri Nov 28); Handel 250 Gala with Dame Emma Kirkby & Daniel Taylor (Fri Feb 13) Ticket sales open June 1 Box Office: (250) 386-6121 (Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30) For full season line-up, concert details and order forms, visit www.EarlyMusicSocietyoftheIslands.ca

City of Gardens Chorus “These women strive for excellence in sound, showmanship, expression and music and in doing so they set a pattern of delight for all who hear and see them.” The Honourable Iona V. Campagnolo Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia, 2001-2007

Let us entertain you! Audiences throughout Western Canada have been wowed by our outstanding award-winning choreographed a cappella entertainment. Our unique blend of crowd-pleasing repertoire in four-part harmony is customized for each occasion and features a collection of jazz, pop-rock, and show tunes, lyrical ballads, and some fun novelty pieces. To discuss your entertainment requirements, please contact Eileen at (250) 652-1906 or eilead@telus.net www.members.shaw.ca/sing

Come see the World’s Largest Highland Dancing competition. Thousands of dancers from across Canada, the USA, Great Britain, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa will be showcasing their talents over 4 days. See traditional highland dances such as the Highland Fling, Sword Dance, Reels, Jigs and Hornpipes. The Parade of Champions and Choreography competitions, the three current World Champion dancers and the City of Victoria Police Pipe Band will be highlighted the evening of July 2nd at the Royal Theatre - 6pm Tickets at the door for Conference Centre events July 3-6: Adult/Youth (13+) $15.00 Child (5-12)/Senior (65+) $10 Child under 5 – Free Tickets for the Royal Theatre Gala event July 2: visit www.sdcchampionships.org (click on ‘Victoria’ then ‘Event tickets’). All seats $25 Visit www.sdcchampionships.org for further event information

Visual & Media Arts – Galleries

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

until May 11 See it before it’s gone! Woodrow by Graeme Patterson is an imaginative recreation of the real life village of Woodrow, Saskatchewan as a ghost town. May 30 - Aug 24 Prepare yourself for an exciting journey through our banner exhibition. WARHOL: Andy Warhol | Campbell’s Soup: Chicken Noodle, 1968 | screen Larger Than Life explores one of print on paper | Founding the most expansive and well known Collection, The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh | © Andy cultural figures of the 20th century. This Warhol Foundation for Visual monumental exhibition features 150 Arts/SODRAC (2007) paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, photographs, and films spanning Warhol’s four-decade career. In conjunction, Vancouver-based artist Althea Thauberger unveils a commissioned work titled Chelsea Girls (May 30 – Sept 7) which

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follows the original Warhol film in format and construction, but addresses more urgent contemporary themes. That’s not all! From the Gallery’s collection, discover the rich heritage of costumes and textiles from China’s Qing dynasty (1644-1911) in Majestic Colours: Ancient Chinese Textiles. May 30 – Sept 7 The Lab at the Gallery will be offering experimental projects by Caleb Speller and Douglas Lewis that are not to be missed. Phone: (250) 384-4101 or visit www.aggv.bc.ca

Unknown | detail of Ming Style Dragon Robe | late 19th century | silk; silk thread; gold thread; ermine | AGGV Collection / Gift of Mrs. P. S. Widdup

May 25-June 4: FCA Spring Show 2008 - Federation of Canadian Artists, group show. Opening Reception: Sun, May 25, 2-4pm

G6 Sussex Courtyard 1001 Douglas Street Open Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm

June 5-11: Sculpture by Sven Johanson; and Visioni (surreal photography) by Walter Ferrato.

Arts umbrella providing culturally diverse arts programs and services including the Exhibition Gallery, Artist Corner, Phantom Galleries, Communications Network and Resource Centre.

June 26-July 9: Five Elements - A Nude Series - Viet Tran; paper collage. Opening Reception: Thurs, June 26, 4:30-9pm Sat/Sun/Canada Day: 11-4pm

To May 7: The Book Projects - CACGV Arts in Education. Handmade books by homelearners & their parents, plus the Victoria Bookbinders & Book Illustrators. Over 850 hardcover books on the gallery floor! Come in & build structures, rooms, passages.

Check out the Art Gallery’s Moss Street Paint -In, page 24

1040 Moss Street Engaging, challenging and inspiring! The Art Gallery celebrates visual culture through a diverse range of exhibitions and innovative educational events.

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June 12-25: 3rd Annual First Peoples Festival - Aboriginal Youth Arts Exhibition, dancing, singing, drumming.

July 10-16: A Certain Point of View - Angela King-Harris; new paintings. Opening Reception: Thurs, July 10, 6-8, Sat/Sun: 11-4 July 17-30: Ice Bear - mystical paintings and bronze sculptures. Opening Reception: Sat, July 19, story telling, dancing, music July 31-Aug 6: Breaking the Landscape Barrier - Deryk Houston: paintings and large, complex installation pieces.

May 8-14: Light Sensitive - Western Academy of Photography students. Opening Reception: Fri, May 9, 6-9pm, Sat: 10-4pm

Aug 7-13: Unreal Victoria - Curated by Kirk Schwartz; an exhibition of video, photo and installation works.

May 15-21: Inside Out - Karla Lironi & Madonna Aeschlimann (Lasqueti Is) Paintings born out of an intense attraction their subjects. Opening Reception: Fri, May 16, 6-9pm

Aug 14-27: Elizabeth Mayne - drawings, prints and poetry readings. Aug 28-Sept 3: Esquimalt Eclectic Art Group - group show.

For complete listings, phone: (250) 381-2787 or visit www.cacgv.ca

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Visual & Media Arts – Galleries

Open Space

Victoria Arts Connection

510 Fort Street Open Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm

Open Space celebrates 35 years as a working laboratory for contemporary visual art, new music, media, literary works, performance, screenings and digital media. Admission is free except for special events and performances. Phone: (250) 383-8833 or visit www.openspace.ca

Gallery of Artisans 811 Fort Street Open Mon -Sat, 10am-5:30pm, Sunday, noon-5pm

2750 Quadra Street Open Monday-Thursday, 10am-8pm; Friday 10am-5pm Saturday, 9am-3pm

May 3-31 Jean Maddison Exploring Eden June 2-July 19 Vancouver Island Sculptors Guild Encore August - TBA FREE Admission Phone: (250) 477-9089 or visit www.victoriaartsconnection.com

Collective Works Gallery 1311 Gladstone Avenue Monday Tues - Thurs Fri & Sat Sunday

Whales - Future Generations 2 by Jennifer Kivari

“GoA” is co-operatively owned and operated by local professional artisans. GoA showcases the diversity and quality of handmade crafts on the Island. You will find both contemporary and traditional pieces in clay, glass, metal, wood, fibre, paper and mixed media. Phone: (250) 380-9505 or visit us at www.galleryofartisans.ca

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There is a bright spark in the heart of Fernwood, the new artists-run Collective Works Gallery. A visual conversation has begun with artists and community engaged through timely and thought-provoking images. New shows run every three weeks representing a wide range of artists and their mediums. A full member’s show, Towards the Sun, heralds the summer solstice on June 20 to July 10. The opening of the exhibition will augment the Fernwood Studio Tour June 21-22. For information phone: (250) 590-1345 or visit www.collectiveworks.ca

Deluge Contemporary Art

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636 Yates Street Open Wednesday - Saturday, 12 - 5pm Housed in the top floor of the city’s first fire hall and named to reflect the history of this building and its original inhabitants, Deluge represents a vanguard of visual and media arts in Victoria. In addition to comprehensive solo and group exhibitions, ongoing programming includes lectures, screenings, offsite projects and the annual Antimatter Underground Film Festival.

Michael Swaney

April 23-27: visual and media art exhibition at Estacionarte, Mexico City May 17 - June 15: World Telekinesis Competition July 11 - Aug 9: How Clouds Dream Michael Swaney + Lee Hutzulak Sept 19-27: Antimatter Underground Film Festival

Eagle Feather – First Nations Artists’ Gallery 904 Gordon St. on the corner of Courtney St. Open daily, Mon - Fri, 11am-5:30pm Sat, 11am-4pm; Sun, 12-4pm Exceptional contemporary and traditional artwork by Canadian Aboriginal artists. Phone: (250) 388-4330 or visit www.eaglefeathergallery.com

University of Victoria Art Collections

Lee Hutzulak

Phone (250) 385-3327 or visit www.deluge.ws

Legacy Art Gallery & Cafe - 630 Yates St Wed - Sun, 10am-5:30pm McPherson Library Gallery - Phone for hours Maltwood Art Museum and Gallery Mon - Fri, 10am-4pm Ongoing to September 22: P/op! Pop and Op Art from the University of Victoria Art Collections Phone: (250) 721-6562 or visit www.maltwood.uvic.ca

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Visual & Media Arts

21st Moss Street Paint-In Saturday, July 19, 12 - 4pm Food & Beverage Garden: 11 - 9pm Kumbia Dance: 5 - 9pm AGGV Moss Street Paint-In 2007. The Paint-In will be bigger and better Photo by Gordon Griffiths than ever with 100+ of Victoria and region’s most exciting artists creating and demonstrating their art. Wander the street, try your hand at different media and meet and talk to artists. Afterwards, socialize in the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s Food and Beverage Garden and dance to the Latin beat of Kumbia!

Reel Dance Film Fest July 25, 26 and August 2 MediaNet presents the REEL DANCE FILM FEST, showcasing dance films from around the world! Reel Dance is in conjunction with “Dance for the Camera”, MediaNet’s program for choreographers, filmmakers, and dancers. New works produced by the participants of the 2008 Dance for the Camera workshop will be screened at REEL DANCE. Find more information at: www.danceforthecamera.org

Fernwood Studio Stroll June 21 and 22 11am - 4pm 21 artists: painters, potters, dancers, photographers, sculptors, storytellers open their studios. Brochures at Collective Works Gallery in Fernwood Square. Or call Deryk Houston (250) 884-6828

Breaking the Landscape Barrier

Tickets or Admission: $10 Email: reeldance@media-net.bc.ca For information phone: 250-381-4428 or visit www.reeldancefilmfest.com

Art on the Vine

Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria G6 Sussex Courtyard, 1001 Douglas Street Open 10am - 5pm

June 24 6 - 9pm Belfry Theatre 1291 Gladstone Avenue

Deryk Houston - July 31 - August 6

Enjoy a special evening of fine art, appetizers and specialty wines at Art on the Vine. This is a distinctive fundraising reception hosted by Beacon Community Services, a not-for-profit agency that has been servicing the needs of the community since 1974. Money will be donated to Out of the Rain, a night shelter that provides food and accommodation to homeless youth during the winter. Only 125 tickets are available for $45 each. Bid on fine art from more than 50 professional artists. • • • •

Greenhouse at Gonzalez Bay 60"X 72"

Live and silent auction Mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres Dessert and tea served at 8:30 Music by award-winning classical guitarist Brad Prevadoros

For tickets, call Audrey at (250) 658-7243 ainkpen@beaconcs.ca or www.beaconcs.ca

Sunday

4 11 18 25

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Mozart Festival The Magic Flute p. 10 • Mozart Festival Colin Tilney and Friends p. 10 • Northern Voices p. 17 • Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • MF Featuring the Parkers p. 10 • War Brides Event Royal BC Museum p. 14 • Fort Rodd Hill Encampment p. 15 • Highland Games & Celtic Festival p. 10

• Uno Festival p. 19 • Animal Farm p. 19 • Norman Foote p. 16 • Palm Court Light Orchestra p. 18

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18

• Mozart Festival Featuring the Parkers p. 10

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• Island Farms Victoria Day Parade p. 3 • Spirit Pole Arrival p. 2

• Girls Night Out p. 16 • Uno Festival p. 19

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18

• Uno Festival p. 19

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18

• 1964 The Beatles Tribute p. 16

• Uno Festival p. 19

• Taj Mahal Trio w/ Blind Boys of Alabama p. 16 • Uno Festival p. 19

Ongoing • Art Gallery of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Chinatown Walks Saturdays p. 13 • City of Victoria Archives p. 13 • Collective Works Gallery p. 22 • Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Craigdarroch Castle - Self-guided tours every day p. 14 • Deluge Contemporary Art ongoing shows, lectures and events p. 23 • Eagle Feather First Nations Artists’ Gallery p. 23 • Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse open daily year ’round p. 15 • Francophone Society p. 6 • Gallery at the Mac p. 16 • Gallery of Artisans - handmade island crafts p. 22 • Hidden Dragon Tours p. 12

May Calendar

Thursday

8 15 22 29

• Shadowlands p. 18 • Sarah Slean Concert p. 17

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18 • Mozart Festival Tania Miller & Ian Parker p. 10 • Buck 65 Concert p. 17 • International Children’s Festival p. 6 • Les Parfaits Inconnus & Alpha Yaya Diallo p. 16 • Ken Lavinge p. 16 • City and Colour p. 16 • Uno Festival p. 19

• Uno Festival p. 19

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Friday • Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19

• Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • The Arion Choir Spring Concert p. 17 • International Children’s Festival p. 6 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19

• Uno Festival p. 19 • Animal Farm p. 19 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • Yoshida Bothers 1st Canadian tour p. 17 • Animal Farm p. 20 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • Uno Festival p. 19

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Saturday • Erotica Arts Festival p. 17 • Operatic Society Hello Dolly p. 18 • Shadowlands p. 18 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • Mozart Festival Opening Night p. 10 • Anne Schaefer p. 17 • Hello Dolly p. 18 • Tartan Parade p. 10 • Shadowlands p. 18 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • Mozart Festival Chamber concert, Gryphon Trio p. 10 • War Brides p. 14 • Highland Games & Celtic Festival p. 10 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • Fort Rodd Hill Encampment p. 15 • Animal Farm p. 19 • Uno Festival p. 19 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • RBCM Hawaiian May Day p. 14 • Moondance Arts Dance Recital p. 17 • Uno Festival p. 19 • Animal Farm p. 19 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19

• Inner Harbour Festival May to September p. 11 • Maritime Museum of BC open daily p. 14 • National Historic Sites of Canada p. 15 • Open Space Gallery open Tues - Sat p. 22 • Public Markets p. 12 • Royal BC Museum - Free Spirit and War Brides p.14 • St. Ann’s Academy p.15 • Secrets of the City - Self-guided heritage walks p. 13 • Summer in the Square June 21 - August 24 p. 11 • University of Victoria Art Collections p. 23 • UVic Centre Auditorium p. 17 • Victoria Arts Connection Gallery p. 22 • Victoria Event Centre - ongoing events p. 17 • View Art Gallery - showcase for BC artists p. 23 Calendar listings subject to change

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June Calendar

Sunday • Uno Festival p. 19 • Animal Farm p. 19 • Snatam Kaur p. 17 • St Ann’s Educate & Celebrate Victorian Family Picnic p.3 • Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17 • Ceilidh in the Park p. 17

• Fernwood Studio Stroll p. 24 • JazzFest International p.7 • Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17

• JazzFest International p. 7 • Tall Ships Victoria p. 4 • Maritime Mosaic Festival p. 2 • BHP Sunday Concert p. 17

Monday

• JazzFest International p. 7 • Susan Tedeschi plus Jim Byrnes p.16

Tuesday • Crosby Stills & Nash p. 16

• The Cemetery Club p. 19

• Art on the Vine p. 24 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JazzFest International p.7 • Dave Brubeck Quartet p.16

Wednesday

Thursday • St Ann’s Educate & Celebrate Historical Re-enactment p.3

• The Cemetery Club - preview p. 19

• The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JumpCuts p. 7

• The Cemetery Club p. 19

• The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JazzFest International p. 7 • Naturally 7 and Divine Brown p. 16

• Tall Ships Victoria p. 4 • JazzFest International p.7 • Jesse Cook p.16 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • Maritime Mosaic Festival p. 2

Friday • St Ann’s Educate & Celebrate The Symphony on the Green p.3 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JumpCuts p. 7 • Gettin’ Higher Choir p. 17 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JazzFest International p.7 • Pink Martini at the Royal p.16 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17 • Tall Ships Victoria p. 4 • JazzFest International p. 7 • Monty Alexander Trio & Andy Bey p.16 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • Maritime Mosaic Festival p. 2 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

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• VCM Evening of Classical Guitar p. 9

Ongoing • Art Gallery of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Butchart Gardens Summer Series p. 11 • Francophone Society p. 6 • Chinatown Walks Saturdays p. 13 • City of Victoria Archives p. 13 • Collective Works Gallery p. 22 • Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Craigdarroch Castle - Self-guided tours every day p. 14 • Deluge Contemporary Art p. 23 • Eagle Feather First Nations Artists’ Gallery p. 23 • Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse open daily year ’round. p. 15 • Gallery of Artisans showcases handmade island crafts p. 22 • Hidden Dragon Tours p. 12 • Inner Harbour Festival May to September p. 11 • Maritime Museum of BC open daily p. 14 Calendar listings subject to change

• National Historic Sites of Canada p. 15 • Open Space Gallery open Tues - Sat p. 22 • Public Markets p. 12 • Gallery at the Mac p. 16 • Royal BC Museum - Free Spirit and War Brides p.14 • St. Ann’s Academy p.15 • Secrets of the City - Self-guided Heritage Walks p. 13 • Showcase In The Square June 25 - August 31 p. 7 • Summer in the Square June 21 - August 24 p. 11 • Stage in the Park May to September p. 17 • UVic Centre Auditorium p. 17 • University of Victoria Art Collections p. 23 • Victoria Arts Connection Gallery p. 22 • Victoria Event Centre - ongoing events p. 17 • View Art Gallery - showcase for BC artists p. 23

Saturday • St Ann’s Educate & Celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving p.3 • WHOS–Waiting for Godot p. 19 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • JumpCuts p. 7 • Gettin’ Higher Choir p. 17

• Cemetery Club p. 19 • Fernwood Studio Stroll p. 24 • JazzFest p. 7 • Ivan Lins plus Lache Cercel p. 16 • St. Jean Baptiste p. 6 • Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra p. 17 • JazzFest p.7 • Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra/Wynton Marsalis p.16 • Tall Ships Victoria p. 4 • RBCM Summer Latin style p. 14 • The Cemetery Club p. 19 • Maritime Mosaic Festival p. 2

Sunday

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• Festival Mexicano p. 8 • Highland Dancing Competition p. 20 • Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17

• National Historica Display p. 2 • Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17

Monday

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Tuesday • Canada Day Celebration p. 8 • Canada Day at Fort Rodd Hill p. 15 • Beacon Hill Park Holiday Concert p. 17

8 • VCM lunchtime Jazz & dialogue p. 9 • National Historica Display p. 2

July Calendar

Wednesday

• Highland Dancing Parade of Champions p. 20

Thursday

• Ska Festival p. 8 • VCM Summer Serenata p.9

• VCM lunchtime Jazz & dialogue p. 9

• Glen Miller Orchesta p. 16

• Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17

• Bon Odori Japanese Dance Royal BC Museum p. 14

Ongoing • Art Gallery of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Breaking the Landscape Barrier Deryk Houston July 31 - Aug 6 p. 24 • Butchart Gardens Summer Series p. 11 • Chinatown Walks Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday p. 13 • City of Victoria Archives p. 13 • Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Collective Works Gallery p. 22 • Craigdarroch Castle - Self-guided tours every day p. 14 • Deluge Contemporary Art p. 23 • Eagle Feather First Nations Artists’ Gallery p. 23 • Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse open daily year ’round. p. 15 • Francophone Society p. 6 • Gallery of Artisans showcases handmade island crafts p. 22 • Hidden Dragon Tours p. 12 • Inner Harbour Festival May to September p. 11

• Highland Dancing Competition p. 20

• Ska Festival p. 8

• VCM lunchtime Jazz & dialogue p. 9

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Friday • Festival Mexicano p. 8 • Highland Dancing Competition p. 20 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• Ska Festival p. 8 • VCM Louise Rose Trio w/ student singers p.9 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• VCM lunchtime Jazz & dialogue p. 9 • VCM Faculty Combos p. 9 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17 • Reel Dance p. 24 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

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Saturday • Festival Mexicano p. 8 • Highland Dancing Competition p. 20 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17

• Ska Festival p. 8 • Fire & Police Historical Display p. 3 • VCM Into the Woods: Opera p. 9 • VCM Louise Rose Trio/students p.9 • National Historica Display p. 2 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • Art Gallery Moss St. Paint-In p. 24 • VCM Faculty Big Band p. 9 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • Luminara p. 11 • Reel Dance Film Fest p. 24

• Maritime Museum of BC open daily p. 14 • National Historic Sites of Canada p. 15 • Open Space Gallery open Tues - Sat p. 22 • Public Markets p. 12 • Royal BC Museum - Free Spirit and War Brides p.14 • St. Ann’s Academy p.15 • Secrets of the City - Self-guided Heritage Walks p. 13 • Shakespeare in the Summer July 10 - August 16 previews July 8 & 9 p. 8 • Showcase In The Square June 25 - August 31 p. 7 • Summer in the Square June 21 - August 24 p. 11 • Stage in the Park May to September p. 17 • University of Victoria Art Collections p. 23 • UVic Centre Auditorium p. 17 • Victoria Arts Connection Gallery p. 22 • Victoria Event Centre - ongoing events p. 17 • View Art Gallery - showcase for BC artists p. 23 Calendar listings subject to change

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August Calendar

Sunday

3 10 17 24 31

• Festival 150 p. 4 • Fire Bells & Fanfare p. 5 • Symphony Splash p. 9 • Electronic Music Festival p. 10 • BHP Sunday Concert p. 17 • Euphonia p. 18 • Fort Rodd Hill Garrison Camp p. 15 • BHP Sunday Concert p. 17 • Dragon Boat Festival p. 9 • Euphonia p. 18 • Beacon Hill Park Sunday Concert p. 17

• Passion for Tango p. 9 • Euphonia p. 18 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • BHP Sunday Concert p. 17

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

• Festival 150 p.4 • Beacon Hill Park Holidy Concert p.17

• Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19

• RBCM Celebrate Bon Odori p. 14 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19

• VCM Lafayette String Quartet p. 9

• Fringe Theate Festival p. 19

• VCM Chamber Music Ensembles Competition Finals p. 9

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• Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • Weird Al Yankovic p. 16

• Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19

22 29

Friday • Festival 150 p. 4 • B Film Festival p. 7 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• 150 Years in Golden Mountain p. 5 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• Dragon Boat Festival p. 9 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• Passion for Tango p. 9 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

• BluesBash p. 7 • B Film Festival p. 7 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • BHP Seniors Concert p. 17

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Saturday • Festival 150 p. 4 • Fire Bells & Fanfare p. 5 • B Film Festival p. 7 • EMSI unSplash p. 19 • Electronic Music Festival p. 10 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • B Film Festival p. 7 • VCM Chamber Orchestra p. 9 • Euphonia p. 18 • Fort Rodd Hill Garrison Camp p. 15 • 150 Years in Golden Mountain p. 5 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • B Film Festival p. 7 • Dragon Boat Festival p. 9 • Euphonia p. 18 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • B Film Festival p. 7 • Passion Tango p. 9 • Fringe Festival p. 19 • Fringe Kids p. 19 • RBCM Martial Arts Event p. 14 • Euphonia p. 18 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17 • BluesBash p. 7 • B Film Festival p. 7 • Euphonia p. 18 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • Beacon Hill Jazz p. 17

• BluesBash p. 7 • Euphonia p. 18 • Fringe Theatre Festival p. 19 • BHP Sunday Concert p. 17

Ongoing • Art Gallery of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Butchart Gardens Summer Series p. 11 • Breaking the Landscape Barrier Deryk Houston July 31 - Aug 6 p. 24 • Chinatown Walks Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday p. 13 • City of Victoria Archives p. 13 • Collective Works Gallery p. 22 • Community Arts Council of Greater Victoria p. 21 • Craigdarroch Castle - Self-guided tours every day p. 14 • Deluge Contemporary Art p. 23 • Eagle Feather First Nations Artists’ Gallery p. 23 • Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse open daily year ’round. p. 15 • Francophone Society p. 6 • Gallery of Artisans - handmade island crafts p. 22 • Hidden Dragon Tours p. 12 • Inner Harbour Festival May to September p. 11 Calendar listings subject to change

• Maritime Museum of BC open daily p. 14 • National Historic Sites of Canada p. 15 • Open Space Gallery open Tues - Sat p. 22 • Public Markets p. 12 • Royal BC Museum - Free Spirit and War Brides p. 14 • Shakespeare in the Summer July 10 - August 16 previews July 8 & 9 p. 8 • St. Ann’s Academy p.15 • Secrets of the City - Self-guided Heritage Walks p. 13 • Stage in the Park May to September p. 17 • Summer in the Square June 21 - August 24 p. 11 • Showcase In The Square June 25 - August 31 p. 7 • UVic Centre Auditorium p. 17 • University of Victoria Art Collections p. 23 • Victoria Arts Connection Gallery p. 22 • Victoria Event Centre - ongoing events p. 17 • View Art Gallery - showcase for BC artists p. 23

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A Alix Goolden Performance Hall B Ambrosia Centre C Art Gallery of Greater Victoria D Bastion Square E Beacon Hill Park F Belfry Theatre G Cameron Bandshell H Centennial Square I Chinatown J City Hall K Community Arts Council Gallery L Craigdarroch Castle M Deluge Contemporary Art N Eaglefeather Gallery O Emily Carr House P Collective Works Gallery Q Gallery of Artisans R Government House S Helmcken House T Inner Harbour/Lower Causeway U Kaleidoscope Theatre V Langham Court Theatre M1 Legislative Buildings W Maritime Museum of BC X Market Square Y McPherson Playhouse Z Open Space A1 Public Markets B1 Royal BC Museum C1 Royal Theatre D1 St. Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Academy E1 Ship Point F1 Songhees Point M2 Topaz Park G1 University of Victoria H1 Victoria Arts Connection I1 Victoria Conference Centre A Victoria Conservatory of Music J1 Victoria Events Centre K1 View Art Gallery L1 Visitor Info Centre