Disney On Ice presents Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 3 in Vancouver next month in Vancouver. This finale in the Academy Award-winning Toy Story film series will have everyone’s favourite characters like Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the rest of the toy box crew from Andy’s room taking to the ice. A few new lovable (and not-so-lovable) characters from Sunnyside Daycare will be a part of the action as well.
Running in Vancouver at the Pacific Coliseum from November 23rd until November 27th, the production will also take place in Abbotsford November 18th to November 20th with tickets starting at $24.50 (plus taxes and fees).
I have been offered a 4 tickets to give away for opening night in Vancouver coming up Wednesday, November 23, 2011. I’ll be awarding all 4 tickets to one winner so they can take family and friends. Here’s how you can enter to win:
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Host of CFOX’s afternoon show and Indie Night in Canada, Indie Music Director Todd Hancock has a lot of advice to give up-and-coming acts in BC. We had a coffee chat recently to talk about the program and the state of the scene for independent acts in Vancouver.
“I think that there are a lot of good indie bands in Vancouver that haven’t been given the recognition, the notoriety – whatever you want to call it – and I’m going to do that with Indie Night in Canada,” says Todd. During the show he plays up to 90% Vancouver music, which comes out to about 10 songs from local bands on air every week. “I think that there’s enough talent — not only rock wise but alternative and stuff that would fit the rock format — there’s enough to go around and then some.”
Many of Todd’s discoveries come from bands that have submitted their music or show listing to the station. “It’s my job to find the best stuff that’s out there and see who’s actually playing locally, do they have a buzz, is there label interest…” he adds that there is so much that bands need to do to elevate themselves to the next level and social media now plays a huge part in that.
“Why would somebody want to help a band if they’re not trying to help themselves?” Luckily, Todd has plenty of tips to share and it all starts with working hard. “Social network to the nines, that’s what the labels are looking at, that’s what the reps are looking at. What do you post? How active are you? How do you engage?”
He says that the times of people searching out music as gone. You need to work hard and get yourself on people’s radar by being proactive.
Supporting local music is paramount for artists and audiences alike. Todd suggests heading out to shows whenever you can, even if it’s a Tuesday or Thursday night and the band is playing somewhere across town. It’s all for the greater good of Vancouver music.
For those just starting out or not quite ready for lengthy road trips Todd’s number one piece of advice is to get on Facebook. Plain and simple. It’s free, you can engage immediately with everyone from your mother and brother, to your friends, your audience, and especially your fans.
It’s easy to tell someone to “work hard” but through his radio program Todd is taking the time to spell out the steps for local artists.
Click to listen to more advice from Todd that he shared during our chat:
Artists wishing to get some radio play or show promotion can contact Todd at CFOX and follow @FoxHancock on Twitter. Todd says that he wants Vancouver bands to know that he’s there for them but doesn’t want them to kill him with questions. “Hit me and I’ll answer you back, I’ll be straight with you.”
Tune into Indie Night in Canada every Tuesday night at midnight at 99.3 on your FM dial to hear the latest from independent acts, hop into the wayback machine for the “when they were indie” feature, and hear who’s on tour.
ET Canada is in Vancouver this week doing three shows live from Jack Poole Plaza in Coal Harbour. The first day of the show was yesterday and they’ll be broadcasting again today and tomorrow with our local correspondant Erin Cebula.
Photo credit: Rick Graham/Tourism BC
They are hoping to get viewers out to the live broadcast so if you’re free this afternoon (or tomorrow) head down at 2:00pm. Gates will be open until 3:15pm or until the space is full. You will then be a part of the live audience and get to see guest interviews and performances that will all be part of the program.
Yesterday’s guests were Heldey, Melody Thomas Scott, and Shawn Ashmore. If you get down to the plaza today you’ll see Steven Page and Shannon Tweed. Tomorrow, you can catch Chantal Kreviazuk, Deidre Hall, Drake Hogestyn, and Jillian Harris. The shows are all free to attend. Follow @ETCanada on Twitter for entertainment and guest updates.
The Heart of the City Festival will host more than 100 events at over 30 locations in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside from Wednesday, October 26 to Sunday, November 6, 2011.
I’ve been flipping through the extensive online schedule and noticed that events range from art shows and history walking tours to hip hop, jazz, and poetry. Here are just a few of the listings that leapt off the page for me:
Sweet Soul Sisters of the Downtown Eastside
Where: Carnegie Theatre, 401 Main St
When: Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 7:30pm
Cost: Free An evening of blues, jazz and soul that speaks to the story of our neighbourhood. Hear some of the strong women’s voices of the DTES, including Dalannah Gail Bowen, Rosanne Gervais, Heidi Morgan and Peggy Wilson accompanied by local musicians Michael Bellwood on guitar, John Cote on bass, Gary Wildeman on drums and more.
Walking Tour Series
“History on the Verge, Shining Life on Our Old East End Houses” with with James Johnstone
Where: Meet at NW corner of Dunlevy and Railway
When: Saturday October 29, 2011 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Cost: $10 for non-residents, pay-what-you-can for residents
“Moments of Community History” with Jean Swanson
Where: Meet at entrance to SFU Woodwards, 111 W. Hastings
When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 11:30am
Cost: $10 for non-residents, pay-what-you-can for residents
History Talk: Tales of Powell Street
Where: Vancouver Japanese Language School & Japanese Hall, 487 Alexander
When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Cost: Free Powell Street was the pre-war business centre of the Japanese Canadian community in Vancouver. From boarding houses to baseball games, here is your opportunity to learn about this vibrant history and to see a new permanent exhibit in the foyer of the Language School. You will hear about other projects to preserve Japanese Canadian history. Presented by the Japanese Canadian National Museum and the Vancouver Japanese Language School.
Halloween for Kids at Oppenheimer Park
Where: Oppenheimer Park, 488 Powell
When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: Free Join Park staff for children’s activities of crafts, treats, food, workshops, and spooky decorations. At 2pm we will hear some good old rock ‘n’ roll with SCOW and the Oppenheimer Music Jam Program, with special guests The Jay Sea Band. That’s singer/songwriter Joe Chow on guitar, Arnold Penniard on bass and Richard McDonald on drums. Skulls will roll – it is Hallowe’en! Everyone welcome!
Carnegie Jazz Band with special guest Dal Richards
Where: Carnegie Theatre, 401 Main St
When: Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 12:30pm
Cost: Free Comprised of enthusiastic amateur jazz musicians, the Carnegie Jazz Band is under the wonderful tutelage of multi-instrumentalist and composer Brad Muirhead. Joining the Carnegie Jazz Band is special guest and local legend “The King of Swing” Dal Richards. The festival is thrilled that the Honourable Steven Point, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia – and jazz fan – will attend.
Aboriginal Artist Showcase
Where: Carnegie Theatre, 401 Main St
When: Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 2:30pm
Cost: Free This special showcase, assembled for the Honourable Steven Point, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, features urban Aboriginal spoken word artists, dancers, singers and musicians, including Wayne Lavallee, Juno nominated and award-winning singer and guitarist.
The Women In Leadership Foundation (WIL) creates inspirational programs that bring women together in developing their leadership skills and creating positive change in the future of women’s leadership in Canada.
This red carpet event at the Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver will feature inspirational stories, a fashion show, prize packages, cocktail reception with entertainment from recording artist Lindsay May, a 3-course dinner, gift bags, a raffle, and a keynote from Catherine Runnals, President & Founding Partner of brand.LIVE Management Group.
Tickets are $175 per person (supermen are also very welcome at the gala) and VIP tables for you and nine friends are available for booking as well.
Since 2009 the Women in Leadership Foundation has been gracious enough to offer two tickets to one of my readers and are continuing the trend this year. Here’s how you can win your way into this glamourous and inspirational event (value $350).
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 11:00am next Monday, October 31, 2011. Must be 19 years of age or older to enter.
Update Thanks to the generosity of the Fairmont Waterfront I have a $100 gift certificate for Herons West Coast Kitchen to add to this prize giveaway! All Twitter entries with the original text will be entered but please note the new text if you’re just now entering the contest. Good luck!
