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Culture • February 10, 2017
Have you ever been to a poetry slam? Me neither — until last Monday. I didn't know what to expect, or really what it even was. I decided to attend the Youth Slam, for people aged 13–20, which …
Culture • February 14, 2017
With its witty self-awareness and bold lack of conformity to UBC's standard glassy architecture, Emilie dared to suggest not only redesigning Loafe's interior but also the whole building in which it rests.
Culture • February 14, 2017
At first glance, improv looks fun and lighthearted. This is a lie. Instead, it requires you to practice, commit and dive in headfirst without questions. Once you have fallen far enough, you will find yourself in the world …
Culture • February 14, 2017
Manual Cinema's Ava/Ada was an unforgettable experience that will stick in my mind as one of the more impressive pieces of theatre/film/puppetry that I have ever seen. If you should ever have the opportunity to see them perform, …
Culture • February 16, 2017
At the start of her show, the 23 year old singer-songwriter let us know that her band had driven to “the wrong border.” She was up there solo, with just her voice and a bass guitar to play …
Culture • February 16, 2017
Student films are a very special thing, in good ways but also in very bad ways. The majority of the time you get something that looks like it was made by a bored ninth grader the day before …
Culture • February 19, 2017
We’re only a month into 2017 and we can already tell that it's going to be a really shitty year. Brexit is going to happen, the far right might take power in France, senseless acts of racism and …
Culture • February 26, 2017
In their annual rendition of Eve Ensler’s play, The Vagina Monologues, UBC’s very own VDAY club featured a series of emotionally captivating performances depicting female experiences and everyday struggles in contemporary society.
Culture • February 27, 2017
In a lot of ways, Stuart McLean was my first love. I grew up with him and his stories. The Vinyl Cafe was a staple in my life. Every Sunday at noon on the dot, CBC Radio would …
Culture • February 28, 2017
The first song they played was Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” — yes, the players-only-love-you when-they’re-playing “Dreams.” If you haven’t heard Dianne Reeves’s rendition of it yet, what are you waiting for?
Culture • March 1, 2017
The lead singer, Max Kerman, really knew how to work a stadium, taking as many opportunities to run around the venue and crowd surf with his fellow band members. He made an effort to interact with the crowd …
Culture • March 1, 2017
Video killed the radio star and it seemed that most trends from the 1960s, 70s and 80s stayed in the 20th century. The same isn’t true for vinyl records. After going through a long period of descent in …
Culture • March 1, 2017
After a long wait and an irritating joke announcement that almost made us believe that we'd be suffering through Nickelback this year, the 10th Annual AMS Block Party lineup has finally been announced.
Culture • March 1, 2017
Fusing a slew of sounds into their own unique pop sound, the minds behind Quinn XCII have shown a remarkable ability to carefully subvert industry expectations and trends while also knowing how to play the game like pros.
Culture • March 10, 2017
The annual VIMFF Ski Night at the Frederic Wood Theatre showcased three very different but equally amazing ski films from all over the world. The event was organized in association with the Varsity Outdoor Club.
Culture • March 13, 2017
The first time I did meth, I didn’t even know that it was crystal meth that I'd until 16 hours later. I mean, I knew that I was on some powerful drug — after all, it did let …
Culture • March 15, 2017
The opening night was full of people who crowded around the chairs and podium to listen to what Shelton and the exhibit curator, Nuno Porto, had to say. Prior to the opening words all of the guest's voices …
Culture • March 15, 2017
First impressions are profound as a child. When I was about four, I remember meeting my Uncle Keith for the first time. He seemed so kind and full of love, and that was it — my first impression …
Culture • March 15, 2017
Michel Tremblay’s play, Les Belles-Soeurs, tells the story of 15 women during the Quiet Revolution — a time of great sociopolitical and cultural change that is set against the humdrum backdrop of working class Quebec.
Culture • March 16, 2017
St. Patrick’s Day falls on Friday night this year, so get your green shirt and lucky liver ready. While it might be a good idea to ease off on your nights out, it doesn’t mean that the rest …