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Langham Court
having a Picnic
It’s 1950s U.S.A. Greasers and jitterbugs congregate for a small-town picnic, but the well-built new guy in town is turning the heads of all the ladies.
Two of Langham Court’s most experienced actors, Sylvia Rhodes and Vinnie Chadwick, head up the play Picnic, opening Thursday, Nov. 12 and running until Nov. 28. Call 250-384-2142.
Rhumba dance
and workshop
An upcoming workshop focuses on the steps of rhumba for dancers of all levels. The lesson is led by Lee and Elizabeth McGregor on Saturday (Nov. 7) at 7 p.m. at Saanich Commonwealth Place gym, 4636 Elk Lake Rd. and is followed by general dancing.
Call 250-479-7492 for more information.
When the everyday
becomes too much
This Friday (Nov. 6) at Open Space, Wendy Welch presents an installation that focuses on the abundance of everyday objects and the point where that tips into excess.
Founder of the Vancouver Island School of Art, Welch will give a talk at 7 p.m. The exhibit officially opens at 8. The free event happens at 510 Fort St.
Alix Goolden Hall
hosting jazzy ladies
Four of B.C.’s top female jazz singers join forces for two hours’ worth of music from jazz standards to ballads.
The Great Ladies of Jazz, set for Nov. 27 sat the Alix Goolden Hall (902 Pandora Ave.), brings together Maria Manna, Miranda Sage, Maureen Washington and Melinda Whitaker, accompanied by a six-piece jazz band.
Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the Royal and McPherson box offices, by calling 250-386-6121 or visiting www.rmts.bc.ca.
Still time for Oms
to catch up in online vote
Victoria singer-songwriter Kuba Oms lost his lead in the Peak Performance Project’s online vote after a manual recount, but fans have until Nov. 30 to cast their ballot for the lone Victoria artist in the field of 20. Go to www.peak performanceproject.com for details.
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