Culture
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…
Victoria Anarchist Bookfair turned 20 this year
The twentieth anniversary highlighted the fair’s enduring role in Victoria’s cultural and political landscape. Rather than hinging on a single event or keynote, its significance lies in the sustained engagement…
‘Bad Luck Pearl’ is a massive multi-instrumentalist foray into self and reflection
“She understood what the songs were supposed to be,” said Sorenson. “She instantly was able to improvise over them very fluidly."
UVic hosts second Indigenous Theatre Festival
Lawrence Thomas, the ceremonial speaker on Friday night, said walking away at the end of the festival felt like “walking on air.”
Belfry Theatre explores power in a timely production of ‘1979’
Throughout the play, political context is projected onto the wall of the Prime Minister’s office, featuring details like Clark’s gas tax, the 1979 approval rating of Clark’s successor, Pierre Trudeau,…
Offbeat: CFUV shares top August albums
Niloo, Neighbourly, Church of Trees, Small Pleasures, and DEBBY FRIDAY counted among CFUV's top charting artists in August.
