Culture

Lion in the Streets leaves a lively impression

The Phoenix Theatre’s latest production, Lion in the Streets by Judith Thompson, boasts an all-student cast, with many in the crew as well. Opening night had some empty seats, but…

Illy brings Australian rhymes to the Great White North

A form of music wholly invented and exported by our US neighbours, many of us have grown up with hip hop pervading every corner of cultural lives. But hip hop’s…

How to smile on a date instead of bawl over that bill

A student’s love life can be pretty rough. It’s not easy to woo someone you fancy, or to keep things spicy with your long-time partner, without spending a little money.…

Will wearing your dad’s clothes make you look incredible?

Recently, I’ve taken to wearing my dad’s old suits. You know, the ones from the 1980s (this particular set was made in the fall of 1983, if the linings are…

EVENTS Feb. 6-19

ART MARIMEKKO, WITH LOVE EXHIBITION Just in time for Valentine’s Day, check out the Finnish textile and clothing design company who revolutionized prints. These lively, ground-breaking prints were pioneered by…

B4.DA.$$: A contemporary contribution to hip hop’s golden era

When you think of the golden era of hip hop, 2015 may not immediately come to mind. Think back to 1994 when Nas, Wu-Tang, and Biggie dominated the New York…

The Martlet’s ‘music to make love to’ playlist

It’s Valentine’s Day. You and your significant other come home from a dinner that comforted your stomach and distressed your wallet, and decide to open a bottle of wine. The…

EVENTS Jan. 29- Feb. 5

ART COMICS WORKSHOP Join local comic artist Gareth Gaudin, best known for Perogy Cat, for his drawing workshop suitable for aspiring artists young and old. Using the museum galleries as…

Wildlife photography exhibit celebrates 50 years

The Royal B.C. Museum is hosting the 50th anniversary of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit. The event is sponsored by The Natural History Museum, London, and co-owned by…

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