Culture

UVic alumnus releases short film ‘Knots’ at ReelWorld

Small budget aside, Knots impresses with the quality of both its production and its acting.

UVic’s resident Taylor Swift expert gives his opinion on ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

“I really like ‘Fate of Ophelia’ almost despite myself. I kind of don't want to, because it's the most obvious bait for an English prof, but I really think it’s…

William Head on Stage explores family and memory in ‘Baile de la Familia’

“I think it’s because it’s a really basic need that we all have to be seen and to be heard,” said Williams on the impact of WHoS. “Most of these…

Don’t miss Victoria’s upcoming Art Battle

He hopes to foster an inclusive, daring, and joyful atmosphere — complete with costume changes, commentary, and answers to audience art questions. Jasman takes hosting seriously, seeing it as a…

Agriculture’s ‘The Spiritual Sound’ is a big, cinematic example of how beautiful metal can be

Agriculture’s music suggests even the most grim, aggressive, fantastical sounding genres have room for interpersonal joy. 

Offbeat: CFUV shares top September albums

Ada Lea, Mac DeMarco, Kaytranada, pseudo-antigone, and palace oaks counted among CFUV's top charting artists in September.

Phoenix theatre’s opening show doesn’t stick the landing

It’s hard not to admire The Salty Scent of Home’s ambitions in conveying the immigrant experience, but in terms of conveying these powerful stories and experiences through the medium of…

UVic alumnus’ new play ‘​Tiresias’ sets the stage for Trans voices

Bechtold emphasizes the importance of trans stories being written by trans people. “It’s important for trans people to tell trans stories, because then they’re more nuanced. They create stronger validation…

Local musicians reviving old tradition with fiddle dances

Many of the band members grew up attending dances as children and have been learning this music since they were young. Now, it only feels natural for it to be…