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Lively City: New West director at the helm of hair band musical

Lively City: New West director at the helm of hair band musical

Oh no, say it ain’t so. Say I’m not really old enough for all my high school memories to have been turned into a “totally rad musical tribute to the ’80s.
Lively City: New West talent among Jessie nominees

Lively City: New West talent among Jessie nominees

We already knew the Royal City was chock full of theatrical talent, but it’s always nice to be reminded. Nominations have been announced for the 34 th annual Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards, and some familiar New West names are in the mix.
SAVE THE DATE: Be Our Guest fundraiser

SAVE THE DATE: Be Our Guest fundraiser

SAVE THE DATE Sunday, June 26 WHAT FOR Royal City Musical Theatre is holding its Be Our Guest fundraiser on Sunday, June 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. at El Santo restaurant, 680 Columbia St.
Art exhibition journeys through grief

Art exhibition journeys through grief

An artist’s journey through grief is on the walls of the Plaskett Gallery in June. Karen P. Nguyen’s exhibition, A Journey: Drawing Through Grief, is on display from June 1 to 30.
Woodturning exhibition shows wood in its most artistic form

Woodturning exhibition shows wood in its most artistic form

What used to be just a tradesperson’s game has transitioned into a masterful art form.
Calendar Girls set to open at Bernie Legge Theatre

Calendar Girls set to open at Bernie Legge Theatre

A popular British comedy that began life as a hit film is coming to the stage at the Bernie Legge Theatre. The Vagabond Players are closing out their 2015/16 season with Calendar Girls, directed by Nancy von Euw. The production stars Carol L.
What's up in New West? New arts listings May 17

What's up in New West? New arts listings May 17

ON NOW To Sunday, May 29 HighPower: Unfolding Beauty from Destruction, solo exhibition by local artist Kathleen Forsythe, Gallery at Queen’s Park. Gallery is open 1 to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Thursdays to Sundays.
River Market hosts weaving workshop

River Market hosts weaving workshop

Fresh Talk series at New Media Gallery

Fresh Talk series at New Media Gallery

Have you checked out the Germinal exhibition at the New Media Gallery yet? Here’s your chance to get an in-depth look.
Lively City: LitFest fun, VIBE night, Monday movies and more

Lively City: LitFest fun, VIBE night, Monday movies and more

Word lovers, don't miss your chance to get in on the LitFest fun. LitFest New West’s closing party is Thursday, May 19 at Anvil Centre.