Arts and Entertainment

Surrey-raised musician Jazzy B with his StarWalk plaque on Granville Street in Vancouver during its unveiling in September 2016. (File photo)

New ‘StarWalk’ tour maps B.C.’s most celebrated entertainers for free on VanWalks app

‘People commemorated in the sidewalk have shaped not only Canadian culture, but worldwide entertainment’

 

FILE - This May 14, 2018 file photo shows Chuck Todd at the 2018 NBCUniversal Upfront in New York. (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

Chuck Todd leaving NBC political panel show ‘Meet the Press’ and being replaced by Kristen Welker

Chuck Todd said on Sunday that he’ll be leaving “Meet the Press”…

 

Danny Masterson and his wife Bijou Phillips arrive for closing arguments in his second trial, Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Los Angeles. Masterson is charged with raping three women at his Los Angeles home between 2001 and 2003. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Danny Masterson convicted of 2 counts of rape; ‘That ’70s Show’ actor faces 30 years to life

“That ’70s Show” star Danny Masterson was led out in handcuffs from…

 

FILE - Singer Celine Dion performs during her first World Tour called Courage in Quebec City, Montreal, Canada on Sept. 18, 2019. Dion has cancelled all her scheduled tour dates through April 2024 as she battles a rare neurological disorder. (Jacques Boissinot/The Canadian Press via AP)

Céline Dion cancels European concerts ‘until I’m really ready to be back on stage’

Dion has said stiff person syndrome was causing spasms that affect her ability to walk and sing

FILE - Singer Celine Dion performs during her first World Tour called Courage in Quebec City, Montreal, Canada on Sept. 18, 2019. Dion has cancelled all her scheduled tour dates through April 2024 as she battles a rare neurological disorder. (Jacques Boissinot/The Canadian Press via AP)
The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrated their 50th anniversary with an old-time barn dance on Saturday (May 20) at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association hall. The event included live music, dancing, birthday cake and snacks. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)

PHOTOS: Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrate 50 years

Group held old-time barn dance in Abbotsford on Saturday, May 20

The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrated their 50th anniversary with an old-time barn dance on Saturday (May 20) at the Abbotsford Social Activity Association hall. The event included live music, dancing, birthday cake and snacks. (John Morrow/Abbotsford News)
This image released by Disney shows Halle Bailey as Ariel in "The Little Mermaid." (Disney via AP)

Movie Review: Disenchantment under the sea in live-action ‘The Little Mermaid’

It’s not Rob Marshall’s fault that Disney’s latest live-action retread doesn’t really…

This image released by Disney shows Halle Bailey as Ariel in "The Little Mermaid." (Disney via AP)
One of the upcoming shows to be announced at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. (Sebastien Durocher)

Chilliwack Cultural Centre to announce show lineup for 2023/2024 season with free launch event

Season includes dance and theatre performances, circus shows, music concerts and more

One of the upcoming shows to be announced at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. (Sebastien Durocher)
The new patron program at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre offers five different options to sign-up for. (Submitted by the Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society)

‘Patron Program’ offers discounts to shows, classes and more at Chilliwack Cultural Centre

Program offers 5 different options, 4 of which are free to join

The new patron program at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre offers five different options to sign-up for. (Submitted by the Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society)
FILE - Martha Stewart arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Feb. 9, 2020, in Beverly Hills, Calif. At 81, Stewart isn't slowing down and some might say she's heating up as one of Sports Illustrated's 2023 cover models. In an Instagram post Monday, May 15, 2023, the businesswoman and media personality wrote she hopes the cover inspires people “to try new things, no matter what stage of life you're in.” (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

At 81, Martha Stewart becomes oldest Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover model

At 81, Martha Stewart isn’t slowing down and some might say she’s…

FILE - Martha Stewart arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Feb. 9, 2020, in Beverly Hills, Calif. At 81, Stewart isn't slowing down and some might say she's heating up as one of Sports Illustrated's 2023 cover models. In an Instagram post Monday, May 15, 2023, the businesswoman and media personality wrote she hopes the cover inspires people “to try new things, no matter what stage of life you're in.” (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrate their 50th anniversary with a free barn dance in Abbotsford on Saturday, May 20. (Submitted photo)

Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrate 50th anniversary

Old-time barn dance takes place in Abbotsford on Saturday, May 20

The Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers celebrate their 50th anniversary with a free barn dance in Abbotsford on Saturday, May 20. (Submitted photo)
FILE - Members of the rock group Fleetwood Mac, from left, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, Mick Fleetwood, and John McVie pose with their Album of the Year Grammy Award for “Rumours” in Los Angeles, Feb. 23, 1978. Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits, has died at 79. The band announced her death on social media Wednesday. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

“Rumours Reimagined” to hit the stage in Harrison this weekend

Concert features Fleetwood Mac’s iconic album

FILE - Members of the rock group Fleetwood Mac, from left, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, Mick Fleetwood, and John McVie pose with their Album of the Year Grammy Award for “Rumours” in Los Angeles, Feb. 23, 1978. Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits, has died at 79. The band announced her death on social media Wednesday. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
E. Jean Carroll arrives to federal court in New York, Monday, May 8, 2023. Former President Donald Trump has rejected his last chance to testify at a civil trial where the longtime advice columnist has accused him of raping her in a luxury department store dressing room in 1996. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse, awards accuser $5M

A jury found Donald Trump liable Tuesday for sexually abusing advice columnist…

E. Jean Carroll arrives to federal court in New York, Monday, May 8, 2023. Former President Donald Trump has rejected his last chance to testify at a civil trial where the longtime advice columnist has accused him of raping her in a luxury department store dressing room in 1996. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Writers Guild of America West member Victor Duenas pickets with others at an entrance to Paramount Pictures, Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. The first Hollywood strike in 15 years began Tuesday as the economic pressures of the streaming era prompted unionized TV and film writers to picket for better pay outside major studios, a work stoppage that already is leading most late-night shows to air reruns. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Writers strike looks to be a long fight, as Hollywood braces

Hollywood writers picketing to preserve pay and job security outside major studios…

Writers Guild of America West member Victor Duenas pickets with others at an entrance to Paramount Pictures, Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. The first Hollywood strike in 15 years began Tuesday as the economic pressures of the streaming era prompted unionized TV and film writers to picket for better pay outside major studios, a work stoppage that already is leading most late-night shows to air reruns. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Chilliwack-based classic rockers Cold Chain will grace the Memorial Hall stage for the Community Dance on May 6. (Photo/Cory Carruthers)

Community Dance on tap next week in Harrison

Event benefits Festival Society, Kent Harrison Arts Council

Chilliwack-based classic rockers Cold Chain will grace the Memorial Hall stage for the Community Dance on May 6. (Photo/Cory Carruthers)
’Where is My Daughter’ filmed in Agassiz on Pioneer Avenue (File Photo)

Spring filming activity begins in Agassiz-Harrison

Filming is a fairly common sight during the warmer months

’Where is My Daughter’ filmed in Agassiz on Pioneer Avenue (File Photo)
Matt Sager bottom left and his team of auto enthusiasts embarked on a 3,000 km journey from their home base in British Columbia to Northwestern Ontario for the second season of ‘Lost Car Rescue’ which aired on the History channel on April 19, 2023. (Photo by Jeff Topham)

B.C. brothers uncovering rare auto gems in second season of ‘Lost Car Rescue’

Watch Matt and Steve Sager of Mill Bay follow their passion for restoring vehicles

Matt Sager bottom left and his team of auto enthusiasts embarked on a 3,000 km journey from their home base in British Columbia to Northwestern Ontario for the second season of ‘Lost Car Rescue’ which aired on the History channel on April 19, 2023. (Photo by Jeff Topham)
Congolese-Canadian artist Kizaba returns for another electrifying performance at this year’s Festival of the Arts. (File Photo)

Harrison Festival of the Arts tickets now on sale

Lineup revealed for one of summer’s biggest local events

Congolese-Canadian artist Kizaba returns for another electrifying performance at this year’s Festival of the Arts. (File Photo)
This image provided by Mattel, Inc., Tuesday, April 25, 2023, shows its first Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome. Mattel collaborated with the National Down Syndrome Society to create the Barbie and "ensure the doll accurately represents a person with Down syndrome," the company said. (Mattel, Inc. via AP)

Mattel introduces first Barbie with Down syndrome

Toy company Mattel revealed its first Barbie doll representing a person with…

This image provided by Mattel, Inc., Tuesday, April 25, 2023, shows its first Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome. Mattel collaborated with the National Down Syndrome Society to create the Barbie and "ensure the doll accurately represents a person with Down syndrome," the company said. (Mattel, Inc. via AP)
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ESPN announces layoffs as part of cost cutting by Disney

ESPN began informing employees of layoffs Monday, which are job cuts that…

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University of the Fraser Valley Theatre (shown here during their production of Ghosting of Sumas Lake) is among the groups featured at the Interpret Creative and Performing Arts Festival on April 28. (UFV photo)

Interpret arts festival at UFV Abbotsford includes exhibits and live theatre

Creative and performing arts featured April 28 at fourth annual event

University of the Fraser Valley Theatre (shown here during their production of Ghosting of Sumas Lake) is among the groups featured at the Interpret Creative and Performing Arts Festival on April 28. (UFV photo)