Events in Victoria - March 2008

Heaven and Earth Unveiled: European Treasures from the Tanenbaum
January 25, 2008 to May 11, 2008
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss Street

Come and see this exhibition of stunning 19th Century European paintings that range from genre works, still life, portraits to sacred themes.

Art in Bloom - Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
March 9 to 15, 2008
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss Street

Art in Bloom is the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's bi-annual celebration of the “art” of gardening.

Pacific Festival of the Book
March 10 to 20, 2008
Victoria Arts Connection, #110-2750 Quadra Street

Victoria Arts Connection presents the 2nd Pacific Festival of the Book, a unique festival that celebrates diversity in the literary arts.

Ron James - In Full Tilt at the Royal Theatre
March 12, 2008, 8:00pm
Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton Street

See Ron James, one of Canada's funniest comedians on stage at the Royal Theatre.

Victoria French Fest
March 13-16, 2008
The Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone

This year’s festival promises to be better than ever, with four days of exciting celebrations and a prime location at Market Square, in the heart of downtown Victoria. French Fest offers fun for the whole family! Some of the highlights include a concert featuring legendary Quebec singer Michel Rivard, a Sugar Shack dinner with music by La Bardasse, performances by many renowned artists, children games and activities, a children’s talent show, movie night, art exhibits, vendors, school days and more!! Come and join us for a celebration of food, music, family and fun for the entire community!

Ballet Jorgen Canada presents Anastasia
March 15, 2008
McPherson Playhouse, 3 Centennial Square

Ballet Jörgen Canada, Canada’s Local Ballet Company, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an original performance of ANASTASIA. This is Ballet Jorgen Canada's largest undertaking to date, a new, full-length, all Canadian original production. It will be choreographed by Artistic Director Bengt Jorgen and trace the mystery of the young Grand Duchess. This lavish production takes place over the four fateful years that transformed an Empire and shook the world.