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February Capilano College Performing Arts Theatre 2055 Purcell Way, Van, 604.990.7810 J o h n Reischman & the Jaybirds Jan 22, 2005 @ 8pm Vancouver-based m a n d o l i n master John Reischman has c grief but, nevertheless, melodies w i t h h o p e a n d o p t i m i s m for c h a n g e . M a r t y n ' s s o n g catalogue is an impressive archive of our times, our tribulations, our w o n d e r a n d o u r w o u n d s . A night to be t o u c h e d deeply in spirit a n d s o n g f r o m o n e of Wales' North North Shore International Film Series All Films @ 7 pm @ Park & Tilford Cineplex Odeon Theatre, North Van Tickets @ North Van Community Arts Council, 335 Lonsdale Ave, 604.988.6844 The Story of the Weeping Camel Jan 19 A n e n c h a n t i n g tale a b o u t a family of herders in M o n g o l i a ' s G o b i desert w h o f a c e a crisis w h e n a m o t h e r c a m e l u n e x p e c t e d l y rejects her n e w b o r n calf. Uniquely c o m p o s e d of e q u a l parts reality, d r a m a a n d m a g i c , the \ o v i e provides a w i n d o w different w a y of life ·fhe universal terrain of n.eart. (Rated G) MAXIMUS Gallery 129 West 2nd Street North Van, BC V7M 1C5 recently o p e n e d , presents new, e m e r g i n g , & established artists in all contemporary media, including painting, print making, mixed media & sculpture. Please submit photographs or slides of your recent work w i t h artists statement & C V by mail that include a self addressed stamped envelope. ;sembled a truly interna- - Dnal West Coast b a n d for his West foray into the w o r l d of huegrass music. The Jaybirds tyle is a blend of i n s t r u m e n tal virtuosity, inspiring material ;nd heartfelt vocals w h i c h (enerate a live stage performonce not to be missed. Local 'torch and t w a n g " trio, S l o w Drag, will set the tone for a rght of bluegrass magic. Copresented with the Pacific Sluegrass Heritage Society. Kelly Joe Phelps Feb 5 @ 8pm An evening with Kelly Joe Phelps is a new journey every ' "oe -- always fresh, surprising and spell-binding. He describes his style best perhaps: "much of the music will always remain improvised - this is where the outside emotion will be heard. The music can and most likely will change with every p e r f o r m ance -- that's the breath a n d the life and the vitality." intense and lyrical blues earned through experience. Martyn Joseph F Solas Feb 16 Since its birth in 1 9 9 6 Solas has made a major impact in both A m e r i c a and abroad as an Irish/American super group w h o s e albums a n d live shows are a m o n g the finest a n d most exciting musical experiences in the w o r l d . Their groundbreaking s o u n d blends traditional Irish music w i t h contemporary music creating a n e w territory for Celtic music. It can bring edgy urban hipness to ancient reels, a n d make songs by Tom Waits a n d Bob Dylan feel like they've been a g i n g for c e n turies in the sweet old casks of Celtic tradition. The North Van C o m m u n i t y Arts Council is seeking a maximum of three artists for an exhibition at CityScape C o m m u n i t y Arts Space, Mar 11 - A p r 3. The theme is BreakAGE - Stories about the A g e of Breakage. This mixed-media exhibition is an invitation for artists to discover the beauty of old broken & distressed materials, combined & arranged to mirror actual man-made & natural occurring events without disguising the various medium incorporated into the work. For more info: 604.988.6844 Open Call for Artists BreakAGE Deadline, Jan 29 @ 4 pm Stage Beauty Feb 9 It's the 1 6 6 0 s , a n d E d w a r d N e d K y n a s t o n is England's m o s t c e l e b r a t e d l e a d i n g lady. W o m e n are f o r b i d d e n t o a p p e a r o n stage a d Ned profits, using his^beauty a n d skill t o m a k e t h / g r l a t f e m a l e roles his o w n . J ' i r e d \ f the same old facaf, King I h a r l e s II d e c i d e s t o i l l o w real w o m e n to tread the boards. T i s i s D a a n e w s f o r Nec In his ho ^ ^ wwh c p l u m m e t s f r o m his Ited p o s i t i o n . C a s t o u t of t h e \ j D t l i g h t , N e d seems (leaded for burlesque o b s c u rity u r / i l M a r i a , his lovelorn youn/ The Arrogant Worms Feb 18 a 19 @ 8pm O u r a n n u a l f o r a y into t h e absurd begins with none other than the Arrogant W o r m s , a folk/comedy trio t h a t is certainly o n e of o u r more endearing -- n o t to V m e n t i o n silly -- s h o w s of If year. U s i n g o n l y guitar, bass, ;s, great stage p r e s e n c e , superirtight h a r m o n i e s a n d t h e sharpest o f wit, the W o r m s are o n a m i s s i o n t o m a k e y o u l a u g h . Back f o r t w o n i g h t s of folk at its f u n n i e s t ! The N o r t h V a r A C o m m u n i t y 9ea^F&2005^Mar F ^ n e x h i b r t i p ^ w n s for Open Call Deadline, Feb 25 @ 4 pm Arts Council \{seeing exhibition 2006. approximarely o n e m o n t h . It must be a t h e m e d , g r o u p exhibition w i t h a m i n i m u m of 3 p a r t i c i p a t i n g artists. Or, individuals may s u b m i t , & d o not have to be participants in the show, but merely interested in seeing an exhibition mounted that focuses on a specific i s s u e , k «b 13 @ 8pm tome musicians want to move «our feet, some just w a n t to ·^oveyou. Martyn Joseph · ants to move heaven and v earth. His music articulates a ·earning f o r another world ·hat ,s yet to be born -- s o n g s "sorrow acquainted w i t h subject or m e d i u m . For more i n f o , call 6 0 4 . 9 8 8 . 6 8 4 4 or email nvartscouncil@telus.net J a n u a r y I F e b r u a r y 13 W w w . n o r t h v a n a r t s . c o m