Coming Soon: Arts events nanaimo
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland WHAT Three time Juno Award Nominee, Jenn Grant, with special guest Rachel Sermanni WHEN April 5, at The Queen’s, 34 Victoria Cres. Early show, doors open 7 pm, show begins 8 pm. WHY YOU SHOULD GO Last time Jenn was here, she was in a duo, this time she’ll be … Continued
Burlesque and body positivity: An evening with Sweet Tooth Burlesque review
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland February 15, at The Queen’s—sequins and hearts everywhere. The night’s theme was love. Titled “Get a Heart On”, all of the evening’s performers had created their own routines and costumes to inspire, speak to, and celebrate love, in all its forms. Skill level, body shape, gender, and experience varied from … Continued
Local music spotlight: Double feature The Stacks, Louis Patterson & Dane Letourneau
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Louis Patterson & Dane Letourneau at White Sails Engaging the whole audience from the first song, Louis Patterson proved his merit as an emerging folk artist. With deep growls and soulful soft tones, his lyrical poetry became smooth and sensual on the waves of folk guitar. Powerful lyrics from original … Continued
Local Music Spotlight: Caleb Hart and The Royal Youths
Above: 📷 Cheryl Folland By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland On February 10, listening to Caleb Hart and The Royal Youths set up for soundcheck, at The Queens, and planning their two short sets, their chill vibe was already spreading. As each person shouted ideas, “we can do that” was the answer. In between last-minute decisions, I had … Continued
From hiding to Pride
How one man went from being bullied to hosting Pride in his hometown Nanaimo Pride Society’s president, Rick Meyers, is no stranger to making the best of any situation. Despite being bullied while growing up in Nanaimo, Meyers has carved himself a place to thrive with active involvement in the city’s queer community. As … Continued