ON NOW
To Sunday, April 12
Amour Fou, a new exhibition at the New Media Gallery, Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., featuring the work of 11 artists from seven countries, free admission. Info: www.newmediagallery.ca.
To Saturday, April 18
The O'Conner Girls, a Vagabond Players production of Katie Forgette's family drama, runs Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. in the Bernie Legge Theatre, Queen's Park. Tickets $15, or $13 for seniors and youth, or $10 for previews (April 2 and 3). Reservations: 604-521-0412 or [email protected].
To Sunday, April 26
Tree, an exhibition of artwork by Ximeng Guo, at the Arts Council of New Westminster gallery, Centennial Lodge, Queen's Park, open Tuesday to Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
To Friday, May 22
Expression of Spring, art exhibition in the Community Art Space at Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., featuring work by members of Century House arts and crafts programs, with pottery, quilting, crafts and more. Info: www.anvilcentre.ca.
To Sunday, June 7
People With Cameras, a Burnaby Art Gallery off-site exhibition featuring photos from the City of Burnaby Archives, at the Bob Prittie (Metrotown) branch of Burnaby Public Library at 6100 Willingdon Ave. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
To Monday, June 8
Laura Widmer: Face to Face, a Burnaby Art Gallery off-site exhibition featuring the work of award-winning printmaker Laura Widmer, at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
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Thursday, April 9
Student showcase concert, part of the Arts at One concert series at Douglas College, 1 p.m. in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, 700 Royal Ave. Free.
Saturday, April 11 to Sunday, June 7
REGISTERED, by Leslie Hossack, an exhibition that's part of the Capture Photography Festival, at Nikkei National Museum, 6688 Southoaks Cres., examining places of power and persecution and the experiences of Japanese-Canadians living in B.C. during the Second World War. Info: centre.nikkeiplace.org/registered or 604-777-7000. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 to Saturday, May 2
World in Transit, a solo painting exhibition of work by Joy Munt, at Burnaby Arts Council's Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., open noon to 4 p.m., free. Opening reception April 11, with artist in attendance. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Saturday, April 11
Opening reception and artist conversation, 3 to 5 p.m. at Nikkei National Museum, 6688 Southoaks Cres., in connection with Leslie Hossack's photography exhibition, REGISTERED. Info: centre.nikkeiplace.org/registered.
Gamma Garage Art Weekend, at 232 North Gamma Ave. on Capitol Hill, Burnaby, noon to 5 p.m., featuring the work of Sheila Chowdhury, with landscape and abstract acrylics; Dianne Yard, with grand scale and tiny floral and nature images; Wilma Cook, with acrylic and pastel landscapes; Pat Sexsmith, with prints and drawings. Featuring guest artist Kathryn Newell, with watercolour landscapes of the Okanagan and the coast. All welcome.
Sunday, April 12
Book launch, for Deborah Kelly's debut poetry book Through My Eyes, 2 p.m. in the backroom at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., New West. Book just released by Silver Bow Publishing. Launch will be followed by Poetic Justice, 3 to 5 p.m., www.poeticjustice.ca.
Gamma Garage Art Weekend, at 232 North Gamma Ave. on Capitol Hill, Burnaby, noon to 5 p.m., featuring the work of Sheila Chowdhury, with landscape and abstract acrylics; Dianne Yard, with grand scale and tiny floral and nature images; Wilma Cook, with acrylic and pastel landscapes; Pat Sexsmith, with prints and drawings. Featuring guest artist Kathryn Newell, with watercolour landscapes of the Okanagan and the coast. All welcome.
Tuesday, April 14 to Friday, April 17
The Arsenic and Old Lace Radio Show, presented by Burnaby Central Secondary at the Burnaby Central Theatre, 7 p.m., $12 regular, $8 students/seniors. Info: central.sd41.bc.ca.
Saturday, April 18
Phoenix Chamber Choir presents GLOW, the final concert of the choir's 32nd season, featuring works by John Tavener, Gabriel Jackson, Jake Runestad and Jean Coulthard. Tickets $20, or $15 for students/seniors, $10 for children, at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Info: www.phoenixchamberchoir.ca
Amabilis Singers presents The Elements, with works exploring the four classical elements of earth, air, water and fire, 8 p.m. at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave., Burnaby. Tickets $20, or free for children under 11. Order from choir members or call 604-503-2074. Info: www.amabilissingers.org.
Artist talk and gallery tour, 2 p.m. at Nikkei National Museum, 6688 Southoaks Cres., in connection with Leslie Hossack's Registered. Info: centre.nikkeiplace.org/registered.
VanDeca Choir holds a cocktail party-style fundraising concert at River Market, raising funds for Pianos on the Street, with door prizes, silent auction, canapés and more, $30. Info: www.VanDecaChoir.com.
Celebrate Spring, festival at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres., featuring Japanese activities and traditions including kimono dressing, tea ceremonies, kids' crafts and a marketplace, plus Bento lunches ($13, must order in advance at 604-777-7000) and Japanese and Scandinavian entertainment. Info: www.nikkeiplace.org.
China Syndrome and Polly, 8 p.m. at the Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., celebrating the release of China Syndrome's new album, The Usual Angst. No cover, reservations recommended, www.theheritagegrill.com.
Tuesday, April 21
Spoken Ink, featuring poet Niki Koulouris, author of The sea with no one in it, 8 p.m. at La Fontana Caffe, 101-3701 Hastings St., Burnaby. Open mike sign-up starts at 7:30 p.m. Part of the Burnaby Writers' Society's regular reading/open mike series - see www.burnabywritersnews.blogspot.com or [email protected] for more details.
Wednesday, April 22
A celebration of New Westminster's poets laureate, celebrating Edna Anderson, Don Benson and Candice James, with open mike, cake and refreshments., 6:30 p.m. at New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Info: 604-526-4729 or www.worldpoetry.ca.
Wednesday, April 22 to Saturday, April 25
U > Waltz, presented by Kinesis Dance somatheatro at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 8 p.m., tickets $15 to $35, tickets.shadboltcentre.com or call 604-205-3000.
Wednesday, April 22 to Friday, April 24
Once Upon a Mattress, presented by Burnaby Mountain Secondary School at Michael J. Fox Theatre. Tickets are $15 for students, $20 regular. Buy through www.burnabymountainmusical.brownpapertickets.com.
Thursday, April 23
VIBE: 1/2 Cut, a free socialize-and-schmooze event at Anvil Centre, 6 to 9 p.m., celebrating the opening of New Westminster Museum's latest exhibition, Hair Apparent: A Hairy History of New Westminster, featuring pop-up barbers, interactive photo art, music and more. Info: www.anvilcentre.ca.
Friday, April 24
2015 LitFest New West launch party, MC'd by Bob Robertson and Linda Cullen. An inspirational evening with Roxanne Davies and Michele Cartis, author and editor of Olga: the OK Way to a Happy, Healthy Life. Register at 604-527-4667 or email [email protected].
Saturday, April 25
Art on the Spot, with free performances in celebration of modern dance and International Dance Day, 10 a.m. to noon in the atrium at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., www.shadboltcentre.com.
Re:Create, an art show and night of performances at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, with afternoon show from noon to 4 p.m. and evening performance at 7 p.m., www.nwcrc.ca/recreate-art/.
LitFest New West, with free workshops and events at Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. See artscouncilnewwest.org for details. Register at 604-525-3244 or email [email protected]. Evening features the Written in the Stars showcase, hosted by Linda Cullen and Bob Robertson and featuring Steven Galloway, J.J. Lee, Mike McCardell, Steve Burgess, Royal City Literary Arts Society winners and more. Donations accepted, no registration required.
Sunday, April 26
Artists in the Boro, Spring Fling for Art, show and sale, 1 to 5 p.m. in the Poplar Island Room at Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave. Free admission, with live music and refreshments. Features work ranging from paintings and photographs to jewelry, mixed media and more.
Tuesday, April 28
Author Rachel Hartman reads at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St., 7 p.m., with Shadow Scale, the sequel to her bestselling Seraphina. With Renaissance music and refreshments, and signed copies of the book available for sale (cash only). Free, but space limited - register at www.bpl.bc.ca/events/, call 604-299-8955 or drop in to the library to sign up in person.
Wednesday, April 29 to Sunday, May 3
Rodgers and Hammerstein: Out of a Dream, a musical revue by Patrick Street Productions, at the Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., ticketsnw.ca or call 604-521-5050.
Thursday, April 30
Patricia Cano, brings her world, jazz, folk and blues stylings to the stage at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 8 p.m. Info: 604-205-3000 or shadboltcentre.com.
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ONGOING
Artist call, from the City of New Westminster parks, recreation and culture, for artist with connection to Queensborough to spearhead A Walk Down Memory Lane, a community-driven art project celebrating the community and the Queensborough Community Centre. Full details at www.newwestpcr.ca. Apply by April 10.
Action Take 65! A filmmaking competition for works inspired by or documenting the Massey Theatre. Instructors available for technical and creative support. Films will be juried, and top films will be screened. Deadline now extended to May 31. Info: www.masseytheatre.com, [email protected].
Stand-up comedy shows, Wednesday nights at 7:30 at La Fontana Caffe, 3701 Hastings St., Burnaby, featuring amateur and professional comics, hosted by award-winning counselor/stand-up comic David Granirer and his colleague Al Hassam. Free, drop in.
Wanted: Massey Theatre kids. If you have ever performed at Massey, attended a performance at Massey, had a graduation ceremony at Massey or are generally interested in the history and future of Massey Theatre, then become a Massey Theatre Kid at www.facebook.com/masseytheatre.com. The theatre is planning a year of events in connection with its 65th anniversary. Watch www.masseytheatre.com for details.
Love to knit? Want to learn to knit? Join Knit 1, Take 2, a community knitting group based in New West. Meets in the community room at 898 Carnarvon St. from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sundays. Info: [email protected] or www.knit1take2.com.
Poetic Justice, poetry reading sessions with two featured poets and an open mike, Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. in the backroom at Heritage Grill. See www.poeticjustice.ca for the schedule and details.
Newcomers' Choir, meets Saturdays from 3 to 4 p.m. at Edmonds Community Centre, 7433 Edmonds St., Burnaby, Room 212, 3 to 4 p.m. For all who want to improve their language or singing skills, or both. Info: www.MIUSc.ca.
Songwriter open mike nights, every Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Heritage Grill backroom, 447 Columbia St., New West. Write it, bring it, sing it - share your own work or just turn out to listen and support local talent. Info: 778-714-1772.
Enjoy singing? Burnaby Hospital Choir is looking for sopranos and altos to sing light, varied music. Rehearsals Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. at Gordon Presbyterian Church, 7457 Edmonds St., Burnaby. Call 604-298-4843 or 604-434-9737.
Burnaby International Folk Dancers, meet every Tuesday night from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby. Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night; all levels, welcome, no partner needed, drop-ins welcome. Info: 604-436-9475.
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