Event Type : Art

This showcase spans from her initial monumental mural-sized drawing to her most recent work, each piece symbolizing a pivotal moment in her creative and personal development. Through this curated collection viewers gain insight into Fiona’s transformative artistic journey and the challenges she has overcome.

Through my large scale drawings, my hope is to minimize the distance between humans and animals. I want the viewers to engage with my work emotionally and/or physically and be overwhelmed with a sense of vulnerability and wonder by the sheer size. Through interacting with these animals, the audience is made aware of their existence and I hope to reverse the passive relationship between the viewer and artwork. The subjects are chosen with a strong urge to translate them onto paper and usually reflect what I am experiencing in my personal life at the time of execution. The animals help to represent abstracted forms of battles, struggles, or successes in my life. I retain the raw beauty in their forms, the energy, and the story behind the animal to my fullest capability through research. My subject and I truly become one through the act of drawing and my feelings are translated through the intense gestural mark makings and the use of trompe l’oeil.

Exhibition Dates: Sept. 4 – 29, 2024

Gallery Hours: Wed – Sun. 10:00am-2:00pm

Acryilic Painting Workshop, “Colours and Textures; Intuitive Flower Vase”, facilitated by exhibiting artist Gayatri Yelegaonkar

Art supplies will be provided.

No registration required but space is limited. 

“Journey” is a compelling solo exhibition, by
Fiona Tang, currently on display at The Gallery at Queen’s Park. This
exhibition chronicles Fiona’s artistic evolution and spans from her initial
monumental mural-sized drawing to her most recent work, each piece symbolizing
a pivotal moment in her creative and personal development. Through this curated
collection viewers gain insight into Fiona’s transformative artistic journey
and the challenges she has overcome.

“Through my large scale drawings, my hope is to
minimize the distance between humans and animals. I want the viewers to engage
with my work emotionally and/or physically and be overwhelmed with a sense of
vulnerability and wonder by the sheer size. Through interacting with these
animals, the audience is made aware of their existence and I hope to reverse
the passive relationship between the viewer and artwork. The subjects are
chosen with a strong urge to translate them onto paper and usually reflect what
I am experiencing in my personal life at the time of execution. The animals
help to represent abstracted forms of battles, struggles, or successes in my
life. I retain the raw beauty in their forms, the energy, and the story behind
the animal to my fullest capability through research. My subject and I truly
become one through the act of drawing and my feelings are translated through
the intense gestural mark makings and the use of trompe l’oeil.” ~ Fiona
Tang

All That Bob Fosse!
Presented by Michael van den Bos

Sexy, sassy and snazzy describe the dynamic dance work of choreographer, stage and film director BOB FOSSE, one of the most important and influential figures in 20th century American dance.

Bob Fosse’s vivacious approach to choreography on stage and in film, along with his cinematic techniques, are the topics of this presentation by classic film scholar and movie musical maven, MICHAEL VAN DEN BOS. This entertaining evening looks at all that Fosse flash, steam heat and razzle dazzle dance from his early movie appearances, his choreography for classic film musicals and television work, and his years directing stylish, mature musical films, including the Oscar-winning CABARET and Fosse’s own semi-autobiographical ALL THAT JAZZ. Michael also shines a bright spotlight on Fosse’s wife, muse and dancer extraordinaire, the glorious GWEN VERDON.

Ticket prices:
-Student: $21 (plus s/c)
-Senior: $24 (plus s/c)
-Adult: $27 (plus s/c)

Presented by Eighth & Eight Creative Spaces

Beau Wheeler is a queer non-binary singer and songwriter based on the unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples known as Vancouver. Blessed with a set of pipes that would be the envy of Torch and Twang era KD Lang or a young Robert Plant, theirs is a music that encompasses a wide spectrum of human experience. With songs that touch on love, loss and redemption, and an unflagging ability to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again, Beau, who recently came out to the world as trans, is one of Canada’s brightest lights and an artist to watch out for.

Their music pulls no punches as it shines a light on gender, surviving cancer, and the all too human experience of love in a way that turns the dark and sour stuff of life into something beautiful and hopeful. Beau’s songs remind us that “we’ve all been there” and that no matter how low you are feeling that there’s hope. You’re not alone.

Over the years, Beau has performed at the Vancouver Juno Awards (2018), recorded and toured with several of their own bands as well as contributing vocals to “A Small Wonder” by A.C. Newman of the New Pornographers, and has shared the stage with many ground breaking artists including Dan Mangan, Shane Koyczan and Tanya Tagaq. Beau just released a new album called “Flying Colours” and has another one produced by Jason Corbett of Actors on the way. Beau’s dynamic range can lift an audience to its feet in a moment and in the next, stop your heart so the whole room could hear a pin drop. Beau’s music is the light at the end of the tunnel, a message of hope in dark times.

Ticket prices:

Student/Senior: $27 (plus s/c)
Adult: $37 (plus s/c)

Music of the Night: The Concert Tour 

             New Westminster, Oct 19 at 7:30pm at the Massey Theatre

This concert celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber returns to New West (last here in 2022) after having now toured across Canada to sold out audiences from Victoria to Montreal! 

With a live band and many new incredible and celebrated singers, we welcome you to experience this concert of Webber’s most iconic theatrical music – including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Sunset Blvd, and more! 

Presented by Eighth & Eight Creative Spaces

Joined by guest artist Marie Hui, Krystle Dos Santos and her 3pc band will take you back to your glory days and get you dancing the night away! With classic soul, funk, R&B and much more, Krystle will get you moving and grooving to songs from Stevie Wonder to Chaka Khan. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a party!

Krystle Dos Santos is a two-time Western Canadian award-winning singer, songwriter and performer. From Motown to Country Rock, this dynamic and versatile performer knows how to bring an audience to their feet! Her award-winning self-titled album was released in 2008, followed by Fame Fatale in 2011. BLOOM|BURN, her 3rd studio release, awarded her the Western Canadian Music Awards for R&B Artist of The Year in 2020. From singing on stage with Stevie Wonder and Michael Buble, to theatre performances on stages all around North America, Krystle brings her eclectic style, powerful vocal prowess and magnetic charm to every performance she delivers.

Marie Hui, a Vancouver-based singer, is widely acclaimed for her commanding and soulful voice, effortlessly weaving lyrics and melodies together to evoke profound passion and emotion. With an impressive 19+ years of professional experience, Marie captivates audiences with her dynamic stage presence, exuding energy, expressiveness, and a genuine authenticity that resonates deeply. Her musical influences span across genres such as R&B, funk, pop, and soul, shaping her unique and versatile sound. Marie’s exceptional talent has taken her to prestigious venues across Canada, USA, and Asia, and notably, Marie’s extraordinary vocal abilities have led her to perform the National Anthems for esteemed companies and professional sports teams in and around the Pacific Northwest, adding a touch of musical grandeur to significant events.