Local Arts

A recently-evicted, 25-year-old Vancouver-based artist will soon take the keys to Branscombe House to become Richmond’s next artist-in-residence.

One of Richmond’s newest authors is Brett Priest, who has designs on building a children’s book company following the recent self-publication of The Adventures with Liz. “I work in an office, but being an author is a side passion of mine.

Emerging theatre artists now have a chance to enhance their skills and experiences at Gateway Theatre with some of the finest professional artists and educators in the country.

Events Jan. 19 7 p.m. 2018 Branscombe House Artist Residency Launch City Hall 6911 No. 3 Road This free special launch event is to welcome Richmond’s new 2018 artist-in-residence, Keely O’Brien.

Keely O'Brien will explore homes and belonging

Young actors will present the classic Disney musical on Jan. 7

For a colourful wintertime light display that’s a little different than the usual Christmas vibe, the inaugural Vancouver Chinese Lantern Festival is now lighting up the night on the PNE grounds.

Bring your Christmas cheer, for all to hear

Arts events for December were prepared by the Richmond Arts Coalition. If you’d like to add an event to this monthly list, please send information to [email protected] by the 15th of the month preceding your event. Until Dec.

Arts events and artist opportunities for December were prepared by the Richmond Arts Coalition: Dec. 9 & 16: Songs in the Snow: A Vintage Christmas: Steveston Town Square Park, 3811 Moncton St: 4 to 6 p.m.