West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Learn to Develop Your Own Film
2023-04-02 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
Learn to Develop Your Own Film at the Revelstoke Visual Arts CentreWith Maxim B. VidricaireAre you sick of sending your film out of town to get developed? Learn how to do it yourself! This beginner friendly workshop is open to absolutely anyone who has a roll of film and some curiosity. Leave the class with your developed photos and the confidence to keep developing your own film.Who can take this class?This class is open to anyone aged 16+ who has a roll of film ready to develop. Each person will need to bring in one finished roll of 35mm colour film. Check your roll for a “C-41 process” label, this should be just fine for most Kodak and Fuji colour film. You don’t need to be a professional photographer or an artist. If you’re curious about the process and you’d like to learn, this class is for you.Can I learn how to develop my black and white film in this class?Unfortunately no. The process required to develop colour film and black and white film is quite different. If you’d like to learn how to develop black and white film let us know! We’re always looking to run more workshopsCost: $1559am – 11am then 5pm – 7pm, April 2This class is split into two halves as your film will need to hang dry throughout the day.Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson st.You’ll get:Plenty of one one one time with the instructor. It will only be you and one other person in your class.Your photos developed!The experience and knowledge to keep developing your own film.

Met Opera FALSTAFF
2023-04-01 09:30 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal Theatre, 1597 Bay Ave, Trail, V1R 4B2, Canada
Verdi’s Shakespearean comedy features a brilliant ensemble cast in Robert Carsen’s celebrated staging. Baritone Michael Volle sings his first Verdi role at the Met as the caddish knight Falstaff, gleefully tormented by a trio of clever women who deliver his comeuppance. Reuniting after their acclaimed performances in the production’s 2019 run are soprano Ailyn Pérez as Alice Ford, soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano as Meg Page, and mezzo-soprano Marie-Nicole Lemieux as Mistress Quickly. Soprano Hera Hyesang Park and tenor Bogdan Volkov are the young couple Nannetta and Fenton, and Daniele Rustioni conducts.
The Met Opera production of FALSTAFF will have Trail’s own Kootenay Cannoli onsite, with her delicious cannoli’s for you enjoy! Take home kits will also be available.

Summer Youth Production Auditions
2023-04-01 | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
It’s time to come out and audition for the Summer Youth Production at the Capitol Theatre. This year we are excited to be presenting Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical!

DEADLINE (EARLY BIRD): Columbia Basin Culture Tour
2023-03-31
Register now for the Columbia Basin Culture Tour if you’re an artist, or an organization or venue focused on arts, culture and heritage, anywhere in the Columbia Basin. Learn more at www.wkartscouncil.com/register-for-the-culture-tour.

Beyond the Legal Limit Theatrical Presentation with Music, Columbia Basin Tour
2023-03-30 19:30 - 2023-04-14 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | various locations
Pat Henman’s story of loss, grief and recovery captured in her 2021 critically acclaimed memoir Beyond the Legal Limit: Surviving a Crash with a Drunk Driver has been adapted for the stage with original music and songs. Developed during the pandemic with support from the Canada Council for the Arts, Echo Vocal Arts Alliance and the Nelson and District Credit Union, the 55 minute drama will star Pat Henman as the Narrator along with Rachel DeShon as the Singer, while the Musician role will be shared by two accomplished pianists, Robyn Lamb from Nelson and Sue Gould of Golden, BC. Beyond the Legal Limit, with original score and songs by Calgary based composer and Musical Director, Konrad Pluta and directed by Vancouver theatre actor, director and writer, Tracey Power, has had three successful streaming opportunities including the premier in April 2021 from the Capitol Theatre in Nelson, The Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail and in September of 2021 at the Rochester Keybank Fringe Festival in Rochester, New York. The tour in the Basin is supported in part by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. The cast is thrilled to be performing live this spring.There will be a Q & A following the performance and books will be available for sale and signing.The tour will cover the Langham Theatre, Kaslo March 30; Kicking Horse Culture, Golden, April 1; Taghum Hall, Taghum, April 6; Huntington Hills Community Centre, Calgary, Alberta, April 8; Kootenay River Secondary School Theatre, Creston, April 14. For ticket outlets and information please visit www.pathenman.comPhoto credit Electrify Photography

LIFE OF PI
2023-03-30 19:00 - 21:30, 2023-03-30 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal Theatre, 1597 Bay Ave, Trail, V1R 4B2, Canada
Life of Pi by Yann Martel, adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti directed by Max Webster.
After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, nature is harsh, who will survive? Filmed live in London’s West End for The National Theatre LIVE and featuring state-of-the-art visuals, the epic journey of endurance and hope is bought to life in a breath-taking new way for cinemas screen.

The National Theatre live is back and we are thrilled to present LIFE OF PI for 2 shows on Thursday March 30 2pm & 7pm. Tickets are on sale now here.
‘Puppetry, projection, and magic combine to stunning effect in a superlative stage adaptation.’ The Stage

"KYRRÐOGFRIÐUR" Solo Art Exhibition by Neal Panton
2023-03-29 - 2023-04-15 | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
March 29-April 15, 2023Art Gallery Kimberley, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BCIn the heart of Kimberley’s PlatzlOpening hours: Wed-Fri. 11-6, Sat. 11-5, Sun. noon-4Solo art exhibition by Cranbrook artist Neal Panton:“KYRRÐOGFRIÐUR means Peace and Quiet in Icelandic. While travelling around Iceland I experienced an overwhelming silence. Iceland feels both timeless and secret. The Icelandic landscape has the unique ability to quiet the restless mind.”*We acknowledge that Kimberley (k̓ukamaʔnam) is within Ktunaxa ?amak?is, the traditional homelands of the Ktunaxa Nation.

Shane Koyczan - Performing Arts Trail
2023-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
There seems no shortage of adjectives to describe a show by spoken word poet, writer and performer Shane Koyczan. Moving, hilarious, challenging, provocative, or inspirational. Take your pick. Here is a writer that takes you on a tour of your own feelings in a way that leaves you grasping for your own heart just to make sure it’s still in your chest. His work has become a staple in schools for both its impact and reach.Shane curates a kind of art gallery that displays sculptures of the human experience each time he speaks. Lauded for his sold-out live performances Koyczan has carved out his own artistic path and taken his work beyond the conventional. Shane may be best known for performing his poem, “We Are More,” during the opening ceremonies of the 2010 Olympic Games. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5-q6S8qJMQLearn more at his website https://www.shanekoyczan.com/home.120 minutes including 20 minute intermission.Individual Adult Ticket: $35.PLUS:• the bargain price of $10 for anyone under 30 years old• 2 for 1 for hospital / medical employees for all Performing Arts Trail shows.• New attendees 2 for 1: Bring someone who hasn’t been to the theatre before and get 2 for 1 for all Performing Arts Trail shows. New patron must not already be in our database and must join our email list.All tickets are assigned seating.All tickets available online at thebailey.ca, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.Upcoming shows in the Performing Arts Trail series include:Sansei: The Storyteller and Yamabiko Taiko Drummers (double bill) : Tuesday April 18 2023 – Sansei: The Storyteller uses dance, theatre, and humour to tell the story of one of Canada’s darkest decisions and how the rampant racism of past generations affected the Japanese community today. The Yamabiko Taiko drummers will close out the evening with their high energy performance on Japanese Taiko-style drums.Huu Bac Quintet: Tuesday May 2, 2023 – Huu Bac Quach and his quintet, based in Montreal, skillfully combine his Vietnamese and Chinese heritages with North-American jazz music. His beautiful compositions feature the dan bau (single chord Vietnamese instrument), the erhu (Chinese fiddle), the quena (Peruvian flute) and the guitar.The Performing Arts Trail series is sponsored by Teck Trail Operations, Pharmasave Trail and Century 21 Kootenay Homes (2018) Ltd. With funding support from the BC Arts Council, the Province of British Columbia, the BC Touring Council and Tourism South Kootenay. This series is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

Author book presentation and signing
2023-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Neighbours United, 499 Ward St, Nelson
Neighbours United will be joined by author Terry Nelson for a presentation and book signing for his recent book, Big Trees of the Inland Temperate Forests of British Columbia. Join us on March 28th from 6-8 pm at 1104 3rd Street in Castlegar at our new office to hear from Terry. Terry’s presentation will be followed by an audience Q&A, and copies of his book will be available for purchase at the event.Space is limited. Please reserve your spot using registration link. We look forward to seeing you there!

Nicolas Ellis and The Agora Quartet
2023-03-18 19:30 - 21:15 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
The Trail & District Arts Council presents Nicolas Ellis and The Agora Quartet on March 18, 2023 for a vibrant, energetic chamber music concert as part of the classical series. Enjoy a glass of wine in The Griff as you enjoy an intimate salon style experience where you will be up close with these talented artists.The Agora String Quartet is composed of young and talented professional musicians from the Orchestre de l’Agora (OA), who are accompanied by pianist and conductor Nicolas Ellis. Featured on the program, Nature’s Folk Songs, are works inspired by folk and nature from composers Ernest MacMillan, Lili Boulanger, Ann Southam, Marcus Goddard and Dvořák’s Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major.The ensemble has established a strong reputation on the Montreal music scene through its artistic excellence and its numerous community outreach projects, such as a monthly concert series at the Prison Bordeaux in Montreal and educational workshops with the Share the Warmth Foundation and many more!Nicolas Ellis is the Artistic Director, Conductor and Founder of the Orchestre de l’Agora and currently serves as Artistic Partner to the Orchestre Métropolitain and Yannick Nézet-Séguin. He has performed with renowned artists including Jean-Guihen Queyras, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Julie Boulianne, Hélène Guilmette, Karina Gauvin, Anthony Roth Constanzo and Charles Richard-Hamelin. He is the recipient of the 2017 Bourse de carrière Fernand-Lindsay and was named Revelation of the Year 2018-2019 by Radio-Canada. He is also the recipient of the Heinz Unger Award 2015 sponsored by the Ontario Arts Council. More recently, he won the Prix Goyer Mécénat Musica 2021.Get a taste of their musical magic here. https://youtu.be/hM_NVqRkLX8“Such a convergence of talent displayed both by the conductor and the musicians […] can leave no one unmoved. […] it brings a breath of fresh air to our musical landscape.” — Christophe Huss, Le Devoir (Montreal)2 x 40 minute sets with intermission.Limited availability. Get your tickets now!Individual Adult Ticket: $30.00.All tickets available online at thebailey.ca, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.The classical series is supported by the BC Arts Council, the BC Touring Council, the Government of British Columbia and South Kootenay Tourism. This series is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

Met Opera – LOHENGRIN
2023-03-18 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal Theatre, 1597 Bay Ave, Trail, V1R 4B2, Canada

Stand Up Comedy
2023-03-15 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Stand Up Comedy: Headliner Jane Stanton (19 Yrs +) Capitol Season ShowAdult: $3530 Years & Under: $29.75Headliner Comic: Jane StantonSince breaking onto the Canadian Comedy scene, Jane Stanton has become one of the country’s favourite headliners. With multiple festival appearances across North America, Jane has been featured at the prestigious Montreal Just for Laughs, JFL Northwest, Global Comedy Festival, Bumpershoot Seattle, Seattle’s International Comedy Competition, Halifax Comedy Festival and Winnipeg Comedy Festival.Between touring her headline act and appearances on such hit shows like CBC’s The Debaters, Jane has appeared alongside the likes of Tom Green, Tig Notaro, Arie Spears, Godfrey, Bobby Lee, Natasha Leggero and SNL’s Michael Che.Local opener:Michelle HartMichelle Hart is a multi disciplinary artist, specializing in theatre and improvisation. Since graduating from Mount Allison University with a theatre degree, she has trained, taught and performed with theatre institutions across North America to hone her craft. Michelle is the recipient of the Pat & Tony Freedom Fund, Outstanding Sketch/Improv Productions from My Entertainment weekly, and was featured on JFL42 Sirius FX Just For Laughs Festival. She has worked as a cast member for MSC Seaside, The Second City, Bad Dog Theatre Feature Players. Currently she is the Co Director of The Canadian Improv Games: Improvcamp, and improv instructor at Nelson Studio 88.

Fireworks Registration
2023-03-15 - 2023-06-04 | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Fireworks Community Choir: PARTICIPANT REGISTRATIONThis is a Capitol Off-Site presentation.FIREWORKS, directed by Allison Girvan, is set to meet for one glorious afternoon of singing.EVERYONE is welcome!!To participate, you will need to be available on June 4th from 1pm until 5pm.When you register, please type the following information in the “Comments” box of your order that you will see after you click “checkout and pay”:What part do you sing?sopranoaltotenorbassor don’t knowPLUS – PLEASE ENSURE THE EMAIL ADDRESS ON YOUR CAPITOL THEATRE ACCOUNT THAT YOU HAVE USED TO PAY FOR REGISTRATION IS CURRENT! This is how Allison will be in touch throughout the process.Registered participants (singers) please copy and paste this address for a link to materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/16XxRgdFnqhOBRgnVLKUit1C9cJ-EH3UZPlease contact the Box Office for further information.

DEADLINE: COLUMBIA KOOTENAY CULTURAL ALLIANCE GRANTS
2023-03-10 17:00 (America/Vancouver)
Today is the deadline for several CKCA programs. Learn more at www.wkartscouncil.com/ckca-funding.

DEADLINE: 2023 Kootenay Festivals & Events Brochure
2023-03-10
The brochure provides affordable advertising for your festival, community or online event, exhibition, concert, workshop, film series and more! Events taking place from May 2023 to April 2024 are eligible for inclusion. Read more at wkartscouncil.com/2023-kootenay-festival-events-brochure.

Lucas Myers: ROOF
2023-03-09 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
Trail & District Arts Council and the Trail Community Action Team bring you Lucas Myers in “Roof”.In ROOF, a humorous yet socially conscious one-person show, Lucas Myers weaves together elements of stand-up comedy, physical theatre, and his trademark brand of observational humor to tell the story of Dave and Stevie.Dave is a highly successful real estate agent who is living the dream: hot car, great kids, beautiful wife, gorgeous sound system, designer kitchen. Just as he is about to launch his own self-improvement video series, #HiMyNameIsDave, he discovers major issues with his roof and cracks begin to form in his perfect world. Enter Stevie, a journeyman roofer with aspirations of being a stand-up comic, who is the only person capable of dealing with Dave’s narcissistic hyper vigilance. As they attempt to collaborate on the roof project, Stevie forces Dave to confront his shortcomings and come to terms with what being a good person really means. As their initial views of each other are challenged, ROOF examines our preconceptions around mental health, addiction, and homelessness as the characters are forced to confront their own assumptions.Created and performed by Lucas Myers, the creator of A Beginners Guide to Nelsonia, CAMPGROUND and DECK.Please note: This performance is not suitable for children.There will be a short pre-show chat, free naloxone kits will be distributed, and a counselor will be on location to help anyone who needs to talk.Our co-presenter for the show, Trail Community Action Team (TCAT), works to reduce harm and improve services for people with lived and living experience of drug use in the Lower Columbia. They provide support and advocate to all levels of government to reform drug policy to end the loss of lives caused by the current toxic drug supply.Audience Response“Sometimes life lessons come from the most unexpected places. Who would have thought a one man comedy show could make your eyes well up with tears. I am inspired to be a better “good human” thanks to your amazing show!”“What a great show! I am in awe about how you have created a totally fresh new piece. This one is so important and SO funny and so true. You have done such a great job reflecting our social isolation to us while the act of watching this show with others makes you feel connected. Bravo!”“Bravo for ROOF. We went on Friday night and all of us aged 16 to 80 agreed you absolutely knocked it out of the park. Well done!!”Individual Adult Ticket: $25.Individual Ticket 30 years old and under (with ID) $102 for 1 for hospital / medical employees.New attendees 2 for 1: Bring someone who hasn’t been to the theatre before and get 2 for 1 tickets to the show. New patron must not already be in our database and must join our email list.All tickets are assigned seating.Show length: 2.5 hoursAll tickets available online at thebailey.ca, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.With funding support from the BC Arts Council, the Government of British Columbia, and the BC Touring Council. This series is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

taqəš and Other Works
2023-03-09 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Ballet Kelowna Capitol Season ShowAdult: $40NEW! 30 Years & Under: $34The taqəš and Other Works program features a stunning line-up of signature works from Ballet Kelowna’s contemporary ballet repertoire. With John Alleyne’s methodically harmonized Split House Geometric, Guillaume Côté’s riveting Bolero, and Cameron Fraser-Monroe’s powerful and compelling taqəš, this dynamic program promises to captivate audiences.OPENING ACT:Title: ReflectFeaturing: Dancers Cloe Comstoc, Danielle Horton and musician Nella Banner and youth dancer Indera Havers

Exhibitions at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre
2023-03-09 | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Discover this month’s newest exhibition, uncover hidden local artists, join a workshop, or take a guided tour of the historic building. A must see!

Ballet Kelowna: taqəš and Other Works - Performing Arts Trail
2023-03-07 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
The Performing Arts Trail series, presented by Trail & District Arts Council, brings you Ballet Kelowna’s taqəš and Other Works.The “taqəš and Other Works” program features a stunning line-up of signature works from Ballet Kelowna’s contemporary ballet repertoire. With John Alleyne’s methodically harmonized Split House Geometric, Guillaume Côté’s riveting Bolero, and Cameron Fraser-Monroe’s powerful and compelling taqəš, this dynamic program promises to captivate audiences.John Alleyne’s “Split House Geometric” (1989-1990) is a neoclassical piece danced to live violin and piano where poetic moments of pure contemporary ballet are juxtaposed with staccato movements, with bodies creating geometric shapes to brilliant effect. First created for The National Ballet of Canada, this vigorous, precision-perfect work is set to Arvo Pärt’s Fratres.Next, National Ballet of Canada Choreographic Associate Guillaume Côté brings strength and fragility to a fascinating interpretation of the beloved “Bolero” by Maurice Ravel featuring 5 dancers. One of music’s most famous and identifiable melodies, Bolero (2012) features breath-taking lifts and virtuosic choreography.
A “…riveting tour de force.” – Dance Magazine
Watch the Bolero trailer: https://vimeo.com/583541643Rounding out the program is “taqəš” (2021), which means “to return something” in Ayajuthem, the language belonging to the Homalco, Klahoose, K’omoks and Tla’amin Nations. Visionary choreographer Cameron Fraser-Monroe brings his classical ballet training, knowledge of traditional Coast Salish, Grass, Hoop Dance, and experience as a contemporary dancer to this poignant piece for 8 dancers. Set to songs by Polaris Prize-winning composer and singer Jeremy Dutcher, taqəš follows the traditional story “Raven Returns the Water”, centred around Raven (P̓oho) and Frog (Walθ).
Watch the taqəš trailer at https://vimeo.com/617188774
There will be a pre-show talk with taqəš choreographer Cameron Fraser-Monroe.
“It is very important that First Nations Peoples tell our own stories,” says Fraser-Monroe, a member of the Tla’amin First Nation in Powell River, BC.taqəš and Other Works is a dynamic program that promises to captivate audiences.
Show length: 45 minutes with 15 minute pre-show talk.Individual Adult Ticket: $30.00, except Shane Koyczan which is $35.PLUS:• the bargain price of $10 for anyone under 30 years old• 2 for 1 for hospital / medical employees for all Performing Arts Trail shows.• New attendees 2 for 1: Bring someone who hasn’t been to the theatre before and get 2 for 1 for all Performing Arts Trail shows. New patron must not already be in our database and must join our email list.All tickets available online at thebailey.ca, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.Remaining shows in the Performing Arts Trail series include:“Shane Koyczan”: Tues March 28, 2023 – There seems no shortage of adjectives to describe a show by spoken word poet, writer and performer Shane Koyczan. Moving, hilarious, challenging, provocative, or inspirational. Take your pick.
“Sansei: The Storyteller” and “Yamabiko Taiko Drummers” (double bill) Tuesday April 18 2023 – Sansei: The Storyteller uses dance, theatre, and humour to tell the story of one of Canada’s darkest decisions and how the rampant racism of past generations affected the Japanese community today. The Yamabiko Taiko drummers will close out the evening with their high energy performance on Japanese Taiko-style drums.
“Huu-Bac Quintet”: Tuesday May 2, 2023 – Huu Bac Quach and his quintet, based in Montreal, skillfully combine his Vietnamese and Chinese heritages with North-American jazz music. His beautiful compositions feature the dan bau (single chord Vietnamese instrument), the erhu (Chinese fiddle), the quena (Peruvian flute) and the guitar.The Performing Arts Trail series is sponsored by Teck Trail Operations, Pharmasave Trail and Century 21 Kootenay Homes (2018) Ltd. With funding support from the BC Arts Council, the Province of British Columbia, the BC Touring Council and Tourism South Kootenay. This series is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

Ladies Who Sing: An Ode To Song
2023-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson
Ladies Who Sing: An Ode To Song is an evening of an intimate performance by three unique songwriters in our community. Sharing a glimpse of their most recent work in a harmonious listening environment are Carly Dow, Liz Arnason, and Sarah Orton.A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Nelson & District Women’s Centre.Tickets are $20 and are available at Eddy’s Music in Nelson or at the door.

Clowning Workshop
2023-03-05 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Nayana Fielkov WorkshopRegistration Fee $303 hour clowning workshop with Nayana Fielkov. For anyone 16 years+To register please email: allison@capitoltheatre.ca

Alex Zerbe – The Zaniac
2023-03-05 03:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
Trail & District Arts Council presents two-time Guinness World Record holder “Alex Zerbe – The Zaniac” as part of the TECK Family Series on Sunday, March 5 at 3 pm.
When was the last time you laughed as hard as your kids? With captivating amounts of energy, Alex Zerbe moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, and performing magic.The “Professional Zaniac,” whoʼs been cracking jokes onstage for almost 15 years, zigzags between physical stunts and non-stop comedy. During the show vegetables are sliced in half by flying playing cards, flaming torches and bowling balls are juggled with ease and every audience volunteer leaves the stage in triumph.
A self-described “human cartoon,” his show isnʼt only for the kids in the family. “I try to make my show like the movie Shrek, super entertaining for the kids but there’s a whole other level of comedy for teens and adults.” says Zerbe.Formerly of the award-winning duo Brothers from Different Mothers, Zerbe is a Hacky Sack World Champion, was voted The Pacific Northwest’s Funniest Prop Comic and is currently ranked Seattle’s 3rd Best Air Guitarist. Heʼs performed everywhere from cruise ships and comedy clubs to prime-time television in three countries, including “Americaʼs Got Talent!” and “Last Comic Standing.”Learn more at https://alexzerbe.com.“The comedy is non-stop.” – The Seattle Times“Unforgettably awesome!” – Neil Harrower, Capitol Theatre, Nelson“My face actually hurt from non-stop laughter.” – Pat Timko, Marysville LibraryThis is a 60-minute family show suitable for all ages.Individual tickets (ALL AGES) are $15.Tickets on sale at thebailey.ca or by calling 250-368-9669.The TECK Family Series is sponsored by Teck Trail Operations. With funding support from the BC Arts Council, the Government of British Columbia, the BC Touring Council and South Kootenay Tourism. This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

Underbelly
2023-03-04 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Underbelly: Nayana Fielkov Capitol Season ShowAdult: $2530 Years & Under: $21.25From Ragmop Theatres very own Nayana Fielkov comes Underbelly: A surrealist physical comedy in which monsters, dismemberment, shower opera, inconceivable truths and a hot date may be just the recipe needed to shed the past and let it run down the drain.

DEADLINE: Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance Grants
2023-03-03 17:00 (America/Vancouver)
Today is the deadline for the CKCA program Arts Funding to Communities. Learn more at www.wkartscouncil.com/ckca-funding.

Advanced Wheel Throwing
2023-03-02 18:00 - 2023-03-16 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
Advanced Wheel Throwing at the Revelstoke Visual Arts CentreWith Kyle WisnerThis 3 week wheel class is designed for potters wanting to throw bigger, or thinner. Classes are restricted to four students, so you’ll get plenty of one on time with instructor Kyle Wisner. If you can throw consistent pieces and have a solid understanding of the basic techniques than this class is for you! Unfortunately, because of the techniques used in this class those still learning to throw would not be suited for this workshop.Please note: Because everyone has their own clay preference and the size/ amount of work thrown by each student will vary greatly, students must provide their own clay for this workshop.Details:You do not have to be a part of the Revelstoke Pottery Studio to take this class. This workshop is open to potters with home studios!Thursdays, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm3 Weeks: March 2 – 16Clay not included$135.00 per person

Drop In Watercolour Nights
2023-03-01 19:30 - 2023-03-29 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Our long awaited drop in Watercolour nights are here! These beginner friendly workshops focus on removing the fear from trying watercolour and don’t require any experience. If you’re looking for a relaxed, social environment to have fun and try something new, this class is for you! Participants will be able to bring home a different creation at the end of every session.Local instructor Lara Davis aims to empower people to stretch their creativity and explore the many techniques of watercolour. Each class will focus on a different skill so those that choose to return regularly will learn a new skill every time!Because these classes are in such high demand students must reserve their space in advance. Please see the links below to save your space!February 1 – March 2Wednesday Nights, bi-weekly, 7:30pm – 10:00pmAdults (18+)In the RVAC Kitchen Studio$35 Per sessionAll materials providedBook your space via the RVAC website:www.revelstokevisualartscentre.ca/education

Solo Art Exhibiton by Laura Leeder
2023-03-01 - 2023-03-26 | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
March 1-26, 2023Art Gallery Kimberley, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BCIn the heart of Kimberley’s PlatzlOpening hours: Wed-Fri. 11-6, Sat. 11-5, Sun. noon-4Solo art exhibition by Creston artist Laura Leeder:Mixed media collage artist, floral gardener, bird enthusiast, and sunseeker Laura has been putting together a collection of paintings full of texture and joy since we made the plans for this exhibition about a year ago. Laura plants seeds of beauty and happiness into every painting she creates out of The Garden Studio in Creston. No better time for an exhibition of Laura’s joyful, intricate collage paintings then March when we all need some freshly picked, lighthearted, and expressive artwork that celebrates nature, lifts our spirits, and beautifies our homes!Exhibition opening reception: Friday, March 10, 2023 | 7-9 pm*We acknowledge that Kimberley (k̓ukamaʔnam) is within Ktunaxa ?amak?is, the traditional homelands of the Ktunaxa Nation.

Oktopus: Performing Arts Trail
2023-02-28 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
The Performing Arts Trail series, presented by Trail & District Arts Council, brings you Oktopus.Based in Quebec, Oktopus is a major presence on the Canadian world music scene, with over 250 performances to its credit at home and abroad. The octet is primarily devoted to klezmer—the musical heritage of Eastern European Jews—distinguished by a novel approach that incorporates various components of the classical and Quebecois repertoire, with some jazz and Balkan accents.The group’s eight virtuoso musicians offer festive, high-energy performances, at once melancholic and profound, sprinkled with humour and spiced with narrative, in which original compositions and finely crafted arrangements combine with improvisation. Its members’ complicity, shared passion, and hard work are what makes each of their performances so memorable, Oktopus is simply… ‘spectentacular’!Oktopus’ distinctive music is undeniably rooted in the klezmer tradition, reflecting the rich history of a thousand-year-old community, its persecutions and celebrations, tears and laughter, or both at the same time. The members of Oktopus are inspired by the music they hear throughout their own travels. Thus, the melodies of several classical composers, such as Bartók, Brahms, Prokofiev or Enescu are rearranged by the octet, particularly their works derived from folk themes. Quebec songwriters are also sources of inspiration, with Leclerc and Vigneault being added to the group’s repertoire.To hear and see more visit their website at https://www.oktopus.ca.MUSICIANS● Gabriel Paquin-Buki – clarinet, composition and arrangements● Veronica Ungureanu– violin● Noémie Caron-Marcotte – flute● Matthieu Bourget – bass trombone● Madeleine Doyon – tenor trombone● Guillaume Martineau – piano● Maxime Philippe – drums and percussions● Francis Pigeon – trumpetAWARDS● 2021 – Nominee Canadian Folk Music Award● 2021 – Nominee Opus Award● 2021 – « Special prize for the most creative fusion of ancient and contemporary music traditions » awarded by the Slovak Radio Bratislava● 2018 – Nominee Canadian Folk Music Award● 2018 – Nominee Juno Award● Grand gagnant de la 8me édition du concours les syli d’or de la musique du monde2 x 40 min sets + intermission5 Show Series Pass: $123Individual Adult Ticket: $30.00, except Shane Koyczan which is $35.PLUS:• the bargain price of $10 for anyone under 30 years old• 2 for 1 for hospital / medical employees for all Performing Arts Trail shows.• New attendees 2 for 1: Bring someone who hasn’t been to the theatre before and get 2 for 1 for all Performing Arts Trail shows. New patron must not already be in our database and must join our email list.All tickets are assigned seating.All tickets available online at thebailey.ca, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.Other shows in the Performing Arts Trail series include:Ballet Kelowna: taqəš and Other Works – Tues March 7, 2023 – Featuring up to 8 dancers this stunning line-up has John Alleyne’s methodically harmonized Split House Geometric, Guillaume Côté’s riveting Bolero, and Cameron Fraser-Monroe’s powerful and compelling new work taqəš set to songs by Polaris Prize-winning Jeremy Dutcher and following the traditional story “Raven Returns the Water”.Shane Koyczan: Tues March 28, 2023 – There seems no shortage of adjectives to describe a show by spoken word poet, writer and performer Shane Koyczan. Moving, hilarious, challenging, provocative, or inspirational. Take your pick.Sansei The Storyteller and Yamabiko Taiko Drummers (double bill): Tuesday April 18 2023 – Sansei: The Storyteller uses dance, theatre, and humour to tell the story of one of Canada’s darkest decisions and how the rampant racism of past generations affected the Japanese community today. The Yamabiko Taiko drummers will close out the evening with their high energy performance on Japanese Taiko-style drums.Huu-Bac Quintet: Tuesday May 2, 2023 – Huu Bac Quach and his quintet, based in Montreal, skillfully combine his Vietnamese and Chinese heritages with North-American jazz music. His beautiful compositions feature the dan bau (single chord Vietnamese instrument), the erhu (Chinese fiddle), the quena (Peruvian flute) and the guitar.The Performing Arts Trail series is sponsored by Teck Trail Operations, Pharmasave Trail and Century 21 Kootenay Homes (2018) Ltd. With funding support from the BC Arts Council, the Province of British Columbia, the BC Touring Council and Tourism South Kootenay. This series is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada. / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.

E-Commerce 101
2023-02-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
Are you curious about selling your artwork online? Not sure where to start? This is an introduction to E-Commerce with Kootenay artist Abby Wilson. There is lots of cover here, so this will be high-level information with time for a Q&A.What are the 3 basic tools artists use to sell work online?How can we start simply, evaluate, and grow over time?How can we manage shipping logistics, especially as rural artists?What are some additional online revenue streams you can explore further?The session will be recorded and participants will get a worksheet after, with some self-reflection prompts and research homework.Event is by suggested donation of $20, pay what you can.
