Longevity John's

Island storytellers gather in various groups up and down the island to hone the 'ancient' art of storytelling
The tellers are from the Victoria Storytellers' Guild, The Around Town Tellers, from Nanaimo, and the Mid-Island Storytellers, based in Qualicum Beach/Parksville.

the Showroom is encouraging this process by co-presenting storytelling events at 2 pm on the 4th Sunday of the month

there are two sets of about 45 minutes each with a break in between

we figure suggested donations of $15 to $20

Pam Stiles has gathered 10 comedians who need to tape 10 minute segments to enter a comedy festival

they are bring friends to help them out but if you want to attend and be a positive influence on the outcome then please contact us (bring your laughing abilities)

by suggested $20 donation

Cowichan Chamber of Commerce has meet and greets throughout the year for fellow business owners to visit another members location and learn more about what goes on in the daily running of each member

Being a recent Black Tie Award Winner for our involvement with the 39 Days of July / Duncan Cowichan Festival Society, it is fortuitous that our celebration of 20 years open coincides with one of these events

guest performer - Malakai

by reservation

been going since near the beginning of the Showroom experience

a chance for calibers of performing artists to get on stage and let it out

very much a community experience, it is broadcast to YouTube and remains archived as well as the live audience participation

$5 for each and every person

Pam has been presenting comedy showcases all over the mid and south island recently to rave reviews 'if you are easily offended - deal with it'

$20 tickets limited seating phone 250-597-1554 for reservations

3 local singer/songwriters share the stage showcasing their own material 'in the round'

by suggested donations of $10 to $20

been working with this guy since the early 90's

a fine way to celebrate being open for 20 years with one of the finest blues guitar player / singer / songwriters this country has to offer as a power trio with Sara Varro on drums the venue will rock out

$25 suggested donation

http://www.davidgogo.com/

'Pico and the Golden Lagoon' is an enchanting adventure story about courage, new friendships, and the wonders of nature. Pico is a world traveler who flies around in a yellow bi-plane. On her adventures, she is introduced to new eco ideas through the characters in the stories. Pico is in the middle of a mail run when all of a sudden her plane runs out of fuel and she is forced to make a crash landing on a nearby island. Here she meets David, a marooned naturalist, who shows her the charms of the island. Pico meets many wonderful characters including Lou a dragon who lives in a cave at the edge of the lagoon. Does Lou guard the solution to Pico’s empty fuel tank? How will the story unfold? Created from re-purposed and recycled materials, using puppetry, live music, and storytelling. Ages 4+

by donations please limited seating https://www.picospuppetpalace.com/

another gathering of island based belly dancers to entertain you

a well attended and exciting showcase over the 20 years the Showroom has been open

$25 advance tickets limited seating

fast becoming a favourite at the Showroom Lady O adds guitar player Brad Shipley for this venture to join her / James McRae / Nico Rhodes on another fantastic musical journey on the fringes of jazzy pop

$20 $25 suggested donation

https://ladyomusic.com/

they is working hard on this one not open to public, yet

but another to say open mic

come join us while amateurs / part time musicians / professionals share their experience with the audience

$5 for all who enter

live streamed to YouTube / Facebook

but another to say open mic

come join us while amateurs / part time musicians / professionals share their experience with the audience

$5 for all who enter

live streamed to YouTube / Facebook

3 local singer/songwriters share the stage showcasing their own material 'in the round'

by suggested donations of $10 to $20

he brings his power house group of fellow musicians to rock out his originals

guitar player for the Odds, he and his bandmates have the credentials to take you on a fine musical journey

$20-$25 suggested donation

https://www.murrayatkinson.com/

nonbinary westcoast artist 'q' , formerly qristina bachand is a consummate performer who is clearly at ease on stage , & they are known for their powerful fiddle & captivating vocals . their contagious energy and love of Folk and Celtic music is always at the forefront as they bless audiences with energetic and spirited performances which showcase their propensities for fiddling as well as song & story-sharing.

once a teen fiddle star , in recent years , q has blossomed & grown into their (nonbinary) gender identity and life's purpose & are singing rebel ballads and folk songs (a capella & self-accompanied) interspersed with rip-roaring fiddle tunes to help heal the soul. their sets will equally inspire as they will bring you to tears or have you clapping along (& stomping your feet) !

$15- $20 suggested donation

https://qthey.ca/

they is working hard on this one not open to public

the almost opening night....1/2 priced tickets

a very fine singer/songwriter originally from south island now hanging in LA returns to showcase his new CD

as a duo, his vocals and writing abilities are sooo good

$20 door

https://www.samwebermusic.ca/

Hamlet presented by the Shawnigan Players - opening night

theatre has become staple of the Showroom over the years with intimate productions brought to you by the Shawnigan Players and most recently by the Mercury Players

Tickets are available at Tenold Books / Masons Store and Eventbrite