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To Saturday, Feb. 20
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, a family-friendly musical, presented by Align Entertainment at the Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby, tickets $25 to $37.50. Info: www.alignentertainment.ca.
To Saturday, Feb. 27
Sheila Page: The Beach Beneath Our Feet, a new exhibition at the Plaskett Gallery at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave. Info: www.masseytheatre.com or 604-517-5900.
Over the River and Through the Woods, presented by Vagabond Players at the Bernie Legge Theatre in Queen’s Park, with Thursday to Saturday shows at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets $15, or $13 for seniors and youth. Reserve by calling 604-521-0412 or see www.vagabondplayers.ca/tickets.
To Sunday, Feb. 28
Happenstance: A Solo Exhibition by Robert Fee, at the Arts Council of New Westminster gallery in Queen’s Park, with opening reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 3. Includes special jazz concerts on Sundays, Feb. 7, 14 and 21, from 2 to 3 p.m. See www.artscouncilnewwest.org for details.
To Monday, Feb. 29
Of Water, an exhibition of photography and paintings by Burnaby artist Julie Prescott, at the Water Shed Arts Café, 11-20349 88th Ave., Langley. Open Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: www.julieprescott.com.
Water’s Edge, an exhibition of work by New Westminster artist Barbara Webb, at the New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave. Drop in any time during library hours.
To Friday, March 4
SoulFood, an exhibition by Jenn Ashton in the Courtyard Gallery at Burnaby City Hall, 4949 Canada Way, presented by the Burnaby Arts Counmcil. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 to 3:30 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org or 604-298-7322.
To Sunday, March 6
Gordon Friesen: Beyond Kingsway,an off-site exhibition of Burnaby Art Gallery, at the Metrotown branch of Burnaby Public Library, 6100 Willingdon Ave. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
To Monday, March 7
Diana Kemble: Selections from the Birdsong Series, an off-site exhibition of Burnaby Art Gallery, at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
To Saturday, March 12
Arctic Sojourn, an exhibition of work by Nicola Tibbetts, featuring painted observations of Iqaluit and Cape Dorset, at the Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., open Tuesday to Saturday noon to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
To Sunday, March 27
New Acquisitions, an exhibition showcasing recently acquired works at the Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave., representing local, national and international artists, both historical and contemporary. Related programs and events include: Curator’s tour on Saturday, Feb. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m.; interactive tour and workshop for homelearners on Wednesday, Feb. 17 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.; In the BAG sessions on Sundays, Feb. 14 and March 13, from 2 to 4 p.m.; full-day art studio for homelearners on Friday, March 4; and free gallery tours (Mandarin and English) on Saturday, March 5, 2 to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca, or 604-297-4422.
To Thursday, March 31
Arts Council of New Westminster’s satellite gallery at Vancity uptown branch features the work of Susan L. Greig. Info: 604-525-3244 or [email protected].
To Saturday, April 30
Arts Council of New Westminster’s satellite gallery at the Seniors Services Society features the work of Tony Durke. Info: 604-525-3244 or [email protected].
To Friday, May 6
Takao Tanabe, Sumie: Ink Brush Paintings circa 1959-1960, a new exhibition at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby, with calligraphy workshop on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. Curator’s tour, by Sherri Kajiwara, coming April 16 at 2 p.m. Sumie workshop on Saturday, April 30, 2 to 4 p.m. Info: www.nikkeiplace.org.
Saturday, Feb. 20
Three crime authors present a reading at New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave., featuring Allan JU. Emerson, Donald J. Hauka and Cathy Ace. Books for sale by authors (cash only), with reading starting at 2 p.m. Info: 604-527-4660 or www.nwpl.ca.
Arty Afternoon, a free program for kids aged five to nine offered by Artists in the Boro, 1 to 4 p.m. in the Port Royal Room at Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave., with art materials and snacks provided. To register, contact [email protected].
Slush-Pile Confidential: Behind the Scenes of a Literary Press, a workshop offered by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and led by Susan Pieters, 2 to 4 p.m. at the MLA’s office at 737 Sixth St. Cost $15 members, $25 non-members. Info: www.rclas.com or email [email protected].
Jumpin’ Jazz Time!, a Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Tiny Tots concert featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa and Linda, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Anvil Centre. Info: www.vancouversymphony.ca.
Saturday, Feb. 20 to Saturday, Feb. 27
La Bohème, presented by Burnaby Lyric Opera at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, with shows Feb. 20, 25 and 27 at 8 p.m., plus 2 p.m. matinees on Feb. 22 and 24. Tickets $35 regular, $30 students/seniors, or $15 for matinees (all seats). Info: www.burnabylyricopera.org. Tickets: tickets.shadboltcentre.com.
Sunday, Feb. 21
Poetic Justice, a special reading featuring Renee Bucciarelli as Emily Dickinson, 3 to 5 p.m. at Boston Pizza at Columbia Square. Open mike session also on the agenda. Admission by donation. Info: www.poeticjusticenwwest.org.
Tuesday, Feb. 23
Royal Flush: Let’s Go All In for the Arts, a fundraiser for the Arts Council of New Westminster, $25 (includes burger and beer) for an evening that includes a silent auction, live painting, live music and visual projections, 6 to 10 p.m. at the MATCH Eatery and Public House at Starlight Casino in Queensborough. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Tuesday, Feb. 23 to Tuesday, March 29
Art classes for three- to five-year-olds, led by Clarissa Argueta and presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster at the Gallery at Queen’s Park, 10 to 11 a.m., with parent participation. Cost $55. Registration: [email protected] or call 604-525-3244.
Wednesday, Feb. 24
Drive By Poets perform as part of the Gallery Sessions series at the Gallery at Queen’s Park, an all-ages music event, 7 to 8 p.m. Pay what you can, with suggested donation of up to $7. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, Feb. 25
Guzman Ramos performs on classical guitar and theorbo as part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
VIBE: Complaints Department, a free evening at the Anvil Centre showcasing all the centre has to offer, with mixing, mingling, cash bar and entertainment by the Anvil Community Choir’s Complaints Choir, poetry by Erin Watkins and Aidan Chafe, tunes from the Knights of the Turntable DJs, access to the New Media Gallery, New Westminster Museum and Community Art Space and more. Free, drop in to 777 Columbia St. anytime between 8 and 10 p.m. Info: www.anvilcentre.ca or 604-527-4640.
Thursday, Feb. 25 to Sunday, Feb. 28
Call Mr. Robeson, a one-man show by Tayo Aluko exploring the life of actor, singer and civil rights campaigner Paul Robeson, at Anvil Centre Theatre, with 7:30 p.m. shows on Feb. 25, 26 and 27 and 2 p.m. shows on Feb. 26, 27 and 28. See www.ticketsnw.ca or call 604-515-3830.
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 27 and 28
Nordic Design 2016, an exhibition of Nordic fashion and textiles, at the Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas St., Burnaby, featuring textiles, costumes and fashions from five Nordic countries and Saami and Viking cultures. Open Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with opening reception Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and Saturday evening fashion show ($10) at 7 p.m. Exhibiton by donation. Info: www.scandinaviancentre.org.
Sunday, Feb. 28
Vancouver Youth Symphony Orhcestra presents its debut and junior orchestras in concert with junior concerto winner Ally Yi, 2:30 p.m. at the Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby, by donation. Info: www.vyso.com.
Monday, Feb. 29
Grandma, screening as part of the Last Mondays at the Movies series, 7:30p.m. at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., $10 general, $8 seniors/students, cash only at the door. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Tuesday, March 1
Painting – To What End?, an SFU Philosophers’ Café discussion at the McGill library branch, 4595 Albert St., free and open to all, no registration required. Info: www.bpl.bc.ca/events.
Wednesday, March 2 to Saturday, March 5
To Colour Thought, a new program, of contemporary dance works by Action at a Distance, onstage in the Studio Theatre at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, tickets.shadboltcentre.com.
Wednesday, March 2 to Sunday, March 27
Art Squared, an exhibition of work by the New West Artists group, at the Gallery at Queens Park, presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster. Opening reception March 2, 6 to 8 p.m. Gallery open Wednesdays 1 to 8 p.m., Thursday to Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, March 3
Barrie Barrington performs on piano as part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Friday, March 4
Full-day art studio for homelearners, offered by Burnaby Art Gallery, 9:30 to 2:30 p.m., for nine- to 17-year-olds, $38. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca, 604-297-4422.
Saturday, March 5
April Verch, a rising Canadian roots music star, brings her fiddling/step dancing/songwriting/singing talents to the stage at Anvil Centre, 8 p.m. Info and tickets: www.ticketsnw.ca, 604-515-3830.
Shadbolt theatre program showcase, featuring performances from the junior comedy troupe and the Drama Two ensemble at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., 7:30 p.m. in Studio 103, free. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Tea bowl making, an Art on the Spot demonstration at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, featuring ceramics instructor Robert Stickney, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Shadbolt, 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Sunday, March 6
Literary arts readings, featuring the poetry and prose of students in the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts’ literary programs, 1 p.m. in Studio 105, free. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Tuesday, March 8
Culture Chats, a neighbourhood intercultural book club, meets 6 to 8 p.m. at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: Fiona, [email protected] or www.facebook.com/culturechatsburnabybookclub.
Wednesday, March 9
New Westminster Cultural Roundtable meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gallery in Queen’s Park, free, open to all interested in bringing the community together through the arts. Register at www.artscouncilnewwest.org/new-westminster-cultural-roundtable/
Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11
4000 Miles, the Arts Club on Tour production of Amy Herzog’s award-winning drama, 8 p.m., tickets.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.
Saturday, March 12
Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden performs at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $78.50 plus service charges, 604-521-5050 or ticketsnw.ca.
Irish Wakers perform a pre-St. Patrick’s Day concert at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., with a repertoire of traditional Irish tunes, starting at 7:30 p.m. Concert is performed bistro-style in the gym, with refreshments. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Continuum Dance Company, with special guests, in performance at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts Studio Theatre, 8 p.m. Cost: $12. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Sunday, March 13
In the BAG, a free family drop-in program at Burnaby Art Gallery, giving folks of all ages a chance to check out the current exhibition and then get into the studio to make their own art. This month’s theme: Paint Resist. Runs 1 to 4 p.m. at the gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca or 604-297-4422.
Youth in Motion dance company, with special guests, in performance at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts Studio Theatre, 8 p.m. Cost: $12. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Saturday, March 19 to Saturday, April 9
Luminescence, a group exhibition at Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., presented by the Burnaby Arts Council, with works exploring light in two and three dimensions, in celebration of the spring equinox. Opening reception March 19, 7 to 9 p.m., with lantern workshop by Naomi Singer and music by violinist Nicole Scoffield. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Thursday, March 24
Douglas College ensembles perform as part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 31
Student showcase concert, part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 2
The Music of Nat King Cole, performed by DonStewart, at 7:30 p.m. at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Tickets $20, seniors/students $15, children $10. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Artist talk, 2 p.m. at the Deer Lake Art Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., featuring Judson Beaumont as part of the Luminescence exhibition. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Thursday, April 7
Student showcase concert, part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Friday, April 8
Carol Welsman, internationally acclaimed jazz singer and pianist, performs at 8 p.m. at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Tickets $25 to $35. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com
Tuesday, April 12
Culture Chats, a neighbourhood intercultural book club, meets 6 to 8 p.m. at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: Fiona, [email protected] or www.facebook.com/culturechatsburnabybookclub.
Saturday, April 30
West Coast Symphony performs with violinist Nancy DiNovo as part of the Music at Queens concert series at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Program features Korngold Violin Concerto and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. By donation. Info: www.queensavenue.org.
Sunday, May 15
Vancouver Men’s Chorus performs at 7:30 p.m. at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., as part of the Music at Queens concert series. Tickets $20 regular, $15 students/seniors, $10 children. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Tuesday, May 17
Culture Chats, a neighbourhood intercultural book club, meets 6 to 8 p.m. at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: Fiona, [email protected] or www.facebook.com/culturechatsburnabybookclub.
ONGOING
Camp Kerry Community Choir, a non-traditional choir intended to create an inclusive community for those dealing with illness, loss and grief, invites members for its winter (Feb. 18 to April 7) and spring (May 5 to June 23) sessions, Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave. Register at www.campkerry.org or call 604-553-4663.
A you a mom? Are you a crafter? New West Craft is calling for mom makers and artisans to take part in the next Made by Mom Market, coming April 2 to River Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring kids’ items, baby items, jewelry, fashion, arts, toys, gifts and more. Info: [email protected].
Writers called, to enter the Royal City Literary Arts Society’s 2016 Write On! Contest, with fiction, non-fiction and poetry categories. Prose submissions no more than 1,500 words; poems no more than one single-spaced page. Prize money available for three winners in each category, plus three honourable mentions in each category. Fees are $10 per submission for members or $20 non-members. For full guidelines see www.rclas.com. Deadline to submit is April 1; winners will be announced April 15.
Burnaby Art Gallery seeks people with a passion for art who are outgoing and friendly, to lead school tours through exhibitions in the gallery. A minimum of one day per week availability during daytime hours is required. Extensive training and orientation is provided. If interested, apply online at www.myvolunteerpage.com or call 604-297-4414.
Arts Council of New Westminster seeks volunteers to help promote the arts in the community. Positions and programs include ArtsToGo, New West Craft, social media team, finance and fundraising, marketing and media, membership and volunteer committee, office assistants, research assistants and more. See www.artscouncilnewwest.org/membership/volunteer/ for details and an online application form.
Emerging contemporary visual artists aged 17 to 24 are invited to take part in The Living Archive, a project of the New Westminster Museum and Archives at Anvil Centre. Led by lead artist Cindy Mochizuki, artists will work collaboratively to present an exhibition inspired by the museum’s collection. Deadline to apply is March 27. Full details at www.tinyurl.com/LivingArchiveNW.
Camp Kerry Community Choir, meets at Douglas College in New Westminster on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This is a non-traditional choir intended to create an inclusive community for those with experiences of illness, grief and loss. All welcome, no prior singing experience required. Song selections are usually contemporary folk tunes, arranged in harmony. Pre-registration required. Winter session runs Feb. 18 to April 7. Spring session runs May 5 to June 23. See www.campkerry.org or call 604-553-4663.
Bonsor Singin’ Seniors, a four-part harmony choir based in the Bonsor Recreation Centre, needs a volunteer accompanist. Choir rehearses from September through June, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., and performs several concerts and seniors’ care centres in December and May/June. If you can help, call Christine Leston at 604-516-0277 or email [email protected].
New Westminster Public Library, is holding a call for submissions for art exhibitions in the library. A new community art selection committee will choose artists to exhibit in the library’s public exhibition spaces. The call for submissions runs from Feb. 1 to 29. See the library website at www.nwpl.ca for all the details, or email [email protected].
Anvil Centre’s Community Art Space is accepting group proposals for its 2017 exhibition schedule. Groups of three or more local artists are invited to make proposals for exhibitions of two months in duration, with opportunities for artist outreach programs such as talks or workshops. Deadline March 7. Email [email protected] or call Biliana at 604-515-3822.
Artists invited to make submissions to the City of New Westminster’s community banners public art program. Deadline March 15. See www.tinyurl.com/NWStreetBanners for all the details.
Newcomers’ Choir meets Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Open to everyone interested in improving their English-language or music skills, with an emphasis on multiculturalism and diversity. Free. See www.miusc.ca, or, for more, call 604-781-4704.
Enjoy singing? Burnaby Pacemakers Choiris looking for sopranos and altos. Music is light and varied. Choir rehearses on Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. at Gordon Presbyterian Church, 7457 Edmonds St., Burnaby, 604-298-4843 or 604-434-9737.
Dance for Fun’s Swing and Country Club, Wednesdays from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at Sapperton Pensioners Hall, with music and lessons, plus snack bar. Enjoy the whole evening, including lesson, for $12, or dance only for $5. Email [email protected] or call 778-709-8880 for information, or see www.meetup.com/Dance-For-Fun-Vancouver-Social-Dancing-Meetup/ for details.
Got arty kids in the house? Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., New Westminster, offers a variety of hands-on art, music and other programs for kids. See www.anvilcentre.com to download a new brochure.
Email entertainment listings to [email protected].
