ON NOW
Month of November
Janet Anderson has an art exhibition at Burnaby Neighbourhood House North House, 4908 Hastings St., open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Info: [email protected]or 604-294-5444.
To Friday, Nov. 16
Heritage, the Canadian premiere of the play by Nicola McCartney, presented by Douglas College at the college’s Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, 700 Royal Ave. Tickets $20 general, $10 for seniors, students, matinees and Talkback Tuesdays. For tickets and show times, see heritage.brownpapertickets.com.
To Saturday, Nov. 17
A Christmas Story: The Musical, presented by Align Entertainment at Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave. Info: www.alignentertainment.com.
MINE, a Theatre Replacement production exploring mother-son relationships through the lens of the computer construction game Minecraft, 8 p.m. at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Tickets $36, tickets.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.
To Sunday, Nov. 25
Moments Remixed, a mixed media exhibition by David Pacholko, at the Gallery at Queen’s Park, Centennial Lodge. Open Wednesdays from 1 to 8 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays 1 to 5 p.m. Opening reception Wednesday, Nov. 7, 6 to 8 p.m. Inter/action painting demonstration with the artist Sunday, Nov. 18, 3 to 4 p.m. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org or 604-525-3244.
To Friday, Nov. 30
Emergence: A Showcase of Young and Emerging Talent, in the Plaskett Gallery at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster. Gallery open Tuesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m., and during performances in the theatre. Info: www.masseytheatre.com.
To Wednesday, Dec. 5
Black and White, a show and sale by New West Artists at the Network Hub, upstairs at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr., open Monday to Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Free.
To Thursday, Dec. 6
Charlene Vickers: Speaking with Hands and Territories, an installation at SFU Gallery designed to respond to the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline expansion and issues surrounding the stewardship and occupation of Indigenous lands. It’s open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. at the galley at Room 3004 (Level 3) in the Academic Quadrangle at 8888 University Dr. Info: www.sfu.ca/galleries.
To Saturday, Dec. 15
Face It!, an exhibition of mixed-media art by Ornella Maruccio-Balhomme, at the Amelia Douglas Gallery, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., New West. Info: www.douglascollege.ca/artsevents.
Parallel, an exhibition of mixed media work by Susan Jessop, Frankie Watt-Elphinstone and Kenneth Yuen, at Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org or 604-298-7322.
To Sunday, Dec. 9
Reclaim, an exhibition at the New Westminster New Media Gallery, third floor, Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., featuring virtual reality work Biidaaban: First Light by Lisa Jackson, and rock salt construction Detritus by Jonathan Schipper. Gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays, with late evening opening until 8 p.m. on Thursdays. Exhibition will resume in the new year from Jan. 4 to 27. Info: www.newmediagallery.ca.
To Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019
Picturing Arctic Modernity – North Baffin Drawings from 1964, at Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave. Special events include a lecture on diversity and inclusion on Nov. 23; a curator’s tour on Nov. 25 at 2 p.m.; and In the BAG family Sunday drop-ins on Nov. 18 and Dec. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca or 604-297-4422.
UPCOMING
Friday, Nov. 16 to Sunday, Nov. 18
Deer Lake Craft Festival at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, featuring a live painting battle on Friday evening, plus a weekend of sales by high-quality, juried artisans, with entertainment all weekend long. Runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Steve Maddock’s Jazzed Up Broadway, part of the Music at Queens Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Tickets $20 regular, $15 students/seniors, $10 for children (kindergarten to Grade 7). Info and tickets: www.queensavenue.org.
New West Craft market at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Vintage Swing, with Company B Jazz Band and DJ Afonso, a night of social swing dancing and a concert in one, 8 p.m. at Anvil Centre Theatre, 777 Columbia St. Tickets $25 regular, $15 seniors and students, plus service charges, www.ticketsnw.ca.
PechaKucha New West, Vol. 21, 8 p.m. at Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave., $10. Info and tickets: www.tinyurl.com/PKNewWest21.
Royal City Literary Arts Society writing workshop: Developing Creativity by Playing (and ending the battle with perfectionism), 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Anvil Centre, Room 413 A, 777 Columbia St. $15 for members, $25 non-members, email [email protected].
Rihla – From Roots to Dreams, presented by the Ismaili Council of Canada, featuring dance, music, drama and multimedia that showcase stories of migration, struggle and growth, at 3:30 and at 8:30 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
Sunday, Nov. 18
Album release party by China Syndrome, 8 p.m. at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., $5. Info: www.chinasyndromeband.com.
The Flame New Westminster, the return of the popular storytelling series, 7 p.m. at the Plaskett Gallery at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave.
Monday, Nov. 19
Leave No Trace, screening for Last Mondays at the Movies (for one time only, on the second-to-last Monday of the month), 7 p.m. at Massey Theatre, $9, or $8 for students/seniors. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050 (or cash only at the door). Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Tuesday, Nov. 20
Art workshops as part of the Paints n’ Bloom art show and sale, a fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. at GardenWorks at Mandeville, 4746 Marine Dr. Beginner watercolour class 10 a.m. to noon, led by Audrey Bakewell; Christmas card making, 1 to 3 p.m., led by Wendy Mould. Workshops $40 each, per person. Register by calling Wendy at 604-314-2232.
Wednesday, Nov. 21
The Coming Woman: The Spirit of Seventy-Six, a new take on a 150-year-old feminist play, presented by Way Off-Broadway Wednesdays in the backroom at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and admission is pay what you want. Reserve at 604-759-0819 or see www.facebook.com/wayoffwed for details.
Thursday, Nov. 22 to Saturday, Nov. 24
Paints n’ Bloom, an art show and sale in support of the Alzheimer Society of B.C., featuring the work of Audrey Bakewell and Wendy Mould, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at GardenWorks at Mandeville, 4746 Marine Dr., Burnaby.
Friday, Nov. 23
Live at the Gallery, the monthly concert series at Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., featuring Kyla Coopman and the Rocket Fuel Band, 7 to 9 p.m. Admission by donation, but book space through www.eventbrite.com. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 24
Gamma Garage art workshop, covering art gifts for the holidays, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burnaby Neighbourhood House, 4908 Hastings St., $15 per person (maximum of 12 participants). Supplies included, but bring your own hair dryer. To register, call 604-294-5444 or email [email protected].
Saturday, Nov. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 25
The Little Mermaid Jr., presented by the Children’s Theatre of Richmond Association, 6:30 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., www.ticketsnw.ca.
St. Thomas More Collegiate Knights Christmas Market, featuring more than 100 vendors, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the school, 6450 12th Ave., Burnaby. Entrance is free.
Saturday, Nov. 24 to Sunday, Dec. 16
Forte Theatre Society presents The Shoemaker and the Elves, at Brookfield Hall at Burnaby Village Museum as part of its Heritage Christmas celebrations. Free. Shows at 2, 3:30, 5 and 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For Heritage Christmas info, see www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca.
Sunday, Nov. 25
Burnaby Lyric Opera Christmas concert fundraiser, with favourite operatic arias, duets and trios, plus Christmas carol sing-along, silent auction, gift baskets, turkey draw and more, 3 p.m. at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Tickets $15, through tickets.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.
Monday, Nov. 26
Dean Brody brings his Dirt Road Stories acoustic Canadian tour to Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster, with doors opening at 7 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show. With special guest Tenille Arts. Tickets $50, $60 and $70, available starting Aug. 24 at 604-521-5050 or www.ticketsnw.ca.
Tuesday, Nov. 27
A Little Lunch Music at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, featuring acoustic folk-pop songsmith Reid Jamieson, music noon to 1 p.m., buffet lunch ($12) from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Jazz Jam, hosted by Cory Weeds, at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Musicians of all ages and abilities invited to drop in on an evening of jazz music from 6 to 8 p.m. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 28
Roughing it in the Bush, Episode 3, a Way Off-Broadway Wednesdays presentation featuring Jess Amy Shead, 7 p.m. at the Heritage Grill back room, 447 Columbia St. Pay what you can; reservations recommended at 604-759-0819. Info: www.facebool.com/wayoffwed.
Tanika Charles, Canadian soul singer, is onstage at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., 8 p.m. Tickets $40, see tickets.shadboltcentre.com or call 604-205-3000.
Thursday, Nov. 29
Pianist John Stetch, a six-time Juno Award nominee, plays at Old Crow Coffee Co., 655 Front St., as part of the Up Close Recital Society series. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Doors at 7 p.m., music at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at johnstetch.brownpapertickets.com.
Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 21
Golden Age Theatre at Century House presents Does Mrs. Claus Have Menopause, 7 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday at Century House, 620 Eighth St. Tickets $8 members, $10 non-members, refreshments served. Call 604-519-1066.
Saturday, Dec. 1
New West Craft Winter Night Market, 6 to 9:30 p.m., featuring food, beverages, live music and shopping from a selection of artisan vendors. Two locations: at River Market, 810 Quayside Dr., and at 100 Braid Street Studios. Free and family-friendly.
James and Jamesy presents O Christmas Tea, a British comedy at Massey Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $34 regular, $19 children. To purchase call 604-521-5050 or see www.ticketsnw.ca.
Nikkei Christmas Boutique, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby, with jewelry, clothing, handmade porcelain, woodwork, Japanese scented soaps, Japanese-inspired treats and much more. Free admission. Info: www.nikkeiplace.org.
Sunday, Dec. 2
Winter Harp and the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir perform a Christmas concert at Massey Theatre, 2:30 p.m. Info: www.winterharp.com. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.caor 604-521-5050.
Thursday, Dec. 6
Burnaby Neighbourhood House open mic event, 7 to 9 p.m. at the new South Slope community hall, 5024 Rumble St. Performers should arrive at 6:15 p.m. to register (first seven are guaranteed a spot). Open mic from 7 to 8:30, with special guest performer from 8:30 to 9 p.m. Cost to attend is by donation, with suggest donation of $4 per person. Proceeds go towards the renovation and upkeep of the hall. For information, call 604-431-0400 or see www.burnabynh.ca.
Friday, Dec. 7
Dance Into Christmas, featuring the New Westminster Symphony Orchestra and the Richmond Academy of Dance, 7:30 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
Friday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 8
Hope, Peace, Love at Christmas, a concert by Amabilis Singers, with 8 p.m. concert Friday and 2 p.m. concert Saturday, at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave., Burnaby. Tickets $25, or $15 for secondary school students, and free for children under 12. Tickets through www.eventbrite.com or 604-897-7258.
Friday, Dec. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 30
Little Red Riding Hood, a holiday musical romp by the Vagabond Players, at the Bernie Legge Theatre, Queen’s Park, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., weekend matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets $17 regular, $15 seniors/youth, or $12 for previews (Dec. 7 evening and Dec. 8 matinee). Info and tix: www.vagabondplayers.ca or 604-521-0412.
Saturday, Dec. 8
A Christmas Story, a concert by musica intima, 2 p.m. at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, North Burnaby. Info and tickets: www.musicaintima.org.
Original Legends of Rock ‘n’ roll presents a Rock ‘n’ Soul Christmas, 7:30 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., featuring Garry Moore as Little Richard, Kenny Wayne as Fats Domino, Mike Henry as James Brown and Samira as Tina Turner. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
Sunday, Dec. 9
Carols and Bells, the 21st annual edition of the popular festive concert that includes handbell choirs of varying ages, plus a chance to sing along to familiar carols. Tickets $20 regular, $15 students/seniors, $10 for children (kindergarten to Grade 7). Info: www.queensavenue.org.
Tuesday, Dec. 18
A Christmas Story, a concert by musica intima, 7:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, New Westminster. Info and tickets: www.musicaintima.org.
Friday, Dec. 21
Forever and Ever: The Christian Musical, a benefit performance for the MS Society of Canada, B.C. and Yukon division, 8 p.m. at Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby. Info: www.foreverandevermusic.ca.
Saturday, Dec. 22
Royal City Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker, 1 and 4 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
Sunday, Dec. 23
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, featuring young American violinist Benjamin Beilman, 2 p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
ONGOING
Burnaby Art Gallery is seeking a new member to serve on its advisory committee. Nominations for the volunteer position will be accepted until Nov. 28. See www.tinyurl.com/BAGVolunteer2018for all the details.
Women invited to send submissions to Caitlin Press for BIG: Thoughts on a Plus-Size Life, an anthology of writing from women of all ages, orientations, colours and backgrounds. Non-fiction works between 2,000 and 4,000 words are invited. See www.tinyurl.com/CaitlinPressPlusSize for the full submission details. Submissions are open now and ongoing until April 1, 2019.
Circuit Fridays, featuring underground house music with DJ’s Darius Kramer, Dezyman and Hixz, with special guests, the second and last Friday of the month at Magnetiq Nightclub, 27 Church St., $10 at the door, doors 9:30 p.m.
Burnaby Arts Council is calling for submissions for Luminescence IV, the fourth edition of its show celebrating the spring equinox with works on the theme of light. Visual artists in all media encouraged to apply. Show will be held March 16 to April 16, 2019. Submission deadline is Jan. 16, 2019 at 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org/2019-call-luminescence-iv.
Burnaby International Folk Dancers, meets Tuesdays at Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells Ave. Info: 604-522-7468 or burnabyfolkdance.org.
Queen’s Academy offers a non-profit musical theatre program in Burnaby for children aged two to 12. Registration now open at queensacademy.weebly.com.
New members called to join Vivo Children’s Choir for a new season of music making. Three choir levels for children in Grade 2 and up; no auditions required, and all are welcome. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at Olivet Baptist Church in New Westminster. Choir performs two main concerts a year. Info: www.vivochildrenschoir.com.
Volunteers required to help the Burnaby Arts Council in a variety of capacities, including gallery coordinator and volunteer coordinator. Prospective volunteers should fill out an application form – it’s available at www.tinyurl.com/BACVolunteers - and return it to the gallery. For more details, see www.burnabyartscouncil.org or call 604-298-7322.
Dance and laugh the night away with round dance and/or square dance lessons. Round dancing is choreographed ballroom dancing done in a circle; lessons Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Charles Rummel Hall, 3630 Lozells Ave. Modern square dancing is done to modern music with groups of eight people in a square; lessons Tuesdays from 7 to 8:20 p.m. at the Burnaby Lake Rowing Pavilion, 6871 Roberts St. Couples and singles welcome, no special clothes required. For info, contact Pat at 604-521-7497.
Poetry New Westminster, presented by Royal City Literary Arts Society on Sundays, 2 to 4 p.m. (except holiday weekends) at the Heritage Grill back room, 447 Columbia St. Each Sunday features two poets and an open mic. Search for Poetry New Westminster on Facebook for the latest schedule.
Paint and Sip Nights at 100 Braid Street Studios, offering a night of beverages, refreshments and a chance to receive step-by-step instruction from a professional artist to create your own painting. Each night costs $35, or $60 for two adults registering together, and runs from 7 to 9:30 p.m. A variety of upcoming themes are offered. See www.100braidststudios.com.
Email entertainment listings to [email protected].
