Culture

A funny, insightful interview with Brian Regan

Brian Regan will be coming to Victoria for what should be called his “historical records” tour. Although Regan is not the kind of guy to claim such a title, he…

Q&A with David Krystal; ‘Lyrically and musically, you have to be honest’

England-born, Toronto-based singer-songwriter David Krystal achieved much of his early success writing jingles for commercials. Now, he is exclusively dedicated to writing serious music. His song “Say You Love Me”…

Downtown Mischief busts beyond their influences

Victoria is well known for its historic architecture and beautiful landscapes, but also for its thriving and flourishing art scene. Murals cover blank walls, statues decorate open lawns, gardens are…

Isobel Trigger locked and loaded

Dressed like a band ready to glam-rock the hell out of anyone within ear shot (special shout-out to guitarist to Brett Faulkner on his amazing ‘80s spandex exercise/headband combo), the…

Royal BC Museum achieves excellence with Living Languages

Almost a year after its addition to the Royal BC Museum (RBCM), Our Living Languages: First Peoples Voices in British Columbia has won the Excellence in Exhibition award from the…

Royal BC Museum hosts food festival

Burgers, jambalaya, pulled pork and tacos have come to roost in the Royal BC Museum’s rear courtyard until October for the Victoria Food Truck Festival. With six different food trucks…

Events: June

ART Buddhist Arts of Asia at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria If your understanding of Buddhism doesn’t go much further than the popular image of a smiling man with…

A brief chat with Agalloch’s Don Anderson

On June 19, Pacific Northwest metal group Agalloch will make their Victorian debut at the Victoria Event Centre. On the same day, guitarist Don Anderson will be hosting a talk,…

Alanna Mitchell brings scientific perspective to Intrepid Theatre

Science, journalism, activism, and theatre — there’s something for everyone in Alanna Mitchell’s one-woman show Sea Sick, which ran May 13–14 at Metro Studio. Mitchell’s self-written and produced monologue, based on her…

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