BC Entertainment Hall of Fame News

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10642280856973188192012-02-16T18:17:45.238-08:00BC Entertainment Hall of Fame NewsSteve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comBlogger311100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-63152860149182730872011-12-20T13:26:00.001-08:002011-12-20T13:26:53.266-08:00Dave Abbott Dies at 74

Vancouver broadcast pioneer Dave Abbott died on Sunday (December 18) at St. Paul’s Hospital. He was 74 years old. Abbott was born in Dublin, Ireland, and moved to Canada in 1960. By 1964, he began work in radio and developed audiences for CJOR, CKNW, and CJVI (in Victoria). He also worked for RTE (Ireland), SABC (South Africa), BBC (U.K.), and CBC (1965 to 1985). He covered a wide range

Steven R. Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15328073298793694528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-87345607564626867172011-07-12T10:22:00.000-07:002011-07-12T10:22:34.707-07:00Zena Wagstaff Passes.

Zena Wagstaff passed away peacefully on July 4, 2011. An accomomplished violinist and member of the VSO for 50 years, Zena was also prominent in Vancouver's music scene through Zena's Musical Staff. She was inducted into the BC Ent HoF in 1997 for her services to the music industry. Her other loves were her family, friends, animals and gourmet cooking. Donations may be made to your local SPCA

Steven R. Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15328073298793694528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-6151922149508025022010-11-15T15:20:00.000-08:002010-11-15T15:26:02.345-08:00The Stars Step Out Variety Show and Auction

The Stars Step Out Variety Show and AuctionAll proceeds go to The Zajac Ranch for ChildrenMaster of Ceremonies: The Legendary Mr. Red Robinsonand featuring Hall of Famers Blu Mankuma, Jane Mortifee and Sibel Thrasher!On Sunday, December 5th 2010 at the Arts Club’s Granville Island Stage, over twenty-five international artists will come together to perform in a variety show benefiting the Zajac

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-40705279587839782872010-10-22T16:16:00.000-07:002010-10-22T16:21:26.560-07:00Denis Simpson Dies

Beloved Vancouver-based actor and singer Denis Simpson died suddenly today, two weeks shy of his 60th birthday. According to Bill Millerd, artistic managing director of the Arts Club Theatre Company, Simpson suffered a brain hemorrhage and passed away this morning surrounded by family in Toronto, where he was about to start rehearsals for A Year With Frog and Toad with the Lorraine Kimsa Theatre

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-66513643663598408342010-06-03T11:40:00.000-07:002010-06-07T23:30:06.207-07:00Join Us for the 2010 Induction Ceremony - June 27

The BC Entertainment Hall of Fame invites you to the Orpheum at 7:30 on June 27th for a ceremony, honouring this year's inductees. Come join us in celebrating these local entertainment legends!Tickets for the event in are by donation and may be reserved at bchalloffame@gmail.com or by calling 604-665-2180For more information, contact: Richard Forzley 604-665-3051

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-42006011388374881122010-05-25T12:41:00.000-07:002010-05-26T11:11:18.557-07:00New Inductees Announced

Elizabeth Ball, President of the Board of Directors of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame today announced seven new members to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, located at the Orpheum in downtown Vancouver.The following new members will officially be inducted into STARWALK at a ceremony on June 27, 2010.The new inductees include:Dave Abbott - RadioBruce Greenwood - Theatre/Film/TVSusan Jacks -

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-36527078034859315222010-05-18T18:41:00.000-07:002010-05-18T18:48:16.170-07:00A Celebration of Life: Babz Chula

A Celebration of Life: Babz ChulaThere will be a Memorial Mass said for Babz on Saturday, May 22 at 1:30PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 5251 Joyce Street.A celebration of the life of Babz Chula will be held on Sunday, May 23, at 11:30 am at the Arts Club Mainstage Theatre, 1585 Johnson St, Granville Island, Vancouver. Doors open at 11.Everyone is welcome, but the number of seats is limited to

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-84441063402220360952010-05-11T22:42:00.000-07:002010-05-11T22:47:43.494-07:00MUSIC BC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION – FIRST ANNUAL DINNER & AUCTION

Sunday, May 16th 5:30 @ Seasons in the Park, Vancouver Hosted by Red Robinson The Music BC Charitable Foundation is proud to announce its first annual charity fundraiser! This Gala dinner is being held at Seasons in the Park in beautiful Queen Elizabeth Park on Sunday, May 16th at 5:30pm. For the ticket price of $75, guests will have a choice of three course meals, including either Chicken or

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-16200200089348069932010-05-11T22:31:00.000-07:002010-05-11T22:35:21.202-07:00Bibb Family Shares Stage At Special Stanley Concert

Leon Bibb, an 'institution' in British Columbia and throughout Canada (he has received the Order of Canada for his contributions to Canadian music and theatre) will be in a rare performance with three generations of the Bibb family.Along side Leon will be his renowned folk and blues musician/singer son, Eric Bibb who is based in London, England, and Eric's daughter, Yana - an up and coming young

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-85812276305963948732010-05-09T01:08:00.001-07:002010-05-09T01:10:05.870-07:00Babz Chula Passes

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved Vancouver actor, Babz Chula. Ms. Chula was a multiple-award winning actor of stage, screen and television. She has been fighting two forms of cancer since 2002, and on May 7th, 2010 she passed away at home, surrounded by her family.Ms. Chula was born in Springfield, MA, the eldest daughter of an amateur actress. She went on to a

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-81374881760177472582010-04-27T11:47:00.000-07:002010-04-27T11:59:06.237-07:00New Bios Added to Hall of Fame Archives

We've just added bios with pictures of Winston Rekert, Jay Brazeau, Jane and Ann Mortifee, and more. And more are on the way!Check them them out here at www.bcehof.blogspot.com

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-36179507310907541462010-04-15T21:00:00.000-07:002010-04-15T21:11:32.386-07:00Adams Recognized For Charity Work

Bryan Adams has had his fair share of shining moments in his career, but on Sunday he will have bestowed on him an honour that reaches far beyond his musical achievements.The famed Vancouverite, who has earned 18 Juno Awards (56 nominations), as well as Grammy, MTV and American Music Awards, will be given the Allan Waters Humanitarian Award at this year's Juno ceremony in recognition of his

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-56195790278855826832010-04-08T15:45:00.000-07:002010-04-08T15:53:02.644-07:00Reiter Wins Sam Payne Award

Bill Reiter, one of last year's inductees in the Hall, has won the 201o Sam Payne award, which recognizes performers who have displayed "humanity, artistic integrity and encouragement of young talent".Read the full piece from the Sunday edition of the Vancouver Sun here>>>

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-58608322177430066232010-03-24T15:37:00.000-07:002010-03-24T15:42:33.684-07:00Arden In Recent CBC Interview.

BCEHoF favorite Jann Arden was recently interviewed by CBC's One Take series. You can see the interview here >>>

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-5373092720985955592010-02-09T14:14:00.000-08:002010-02-09T16:58:00.191-08:00Byrnes and Robinson to MC at Olympic Irish House

The legendary Jim Byrnes and Red Robinson supply their hosting talents at the Irish House as part of the 2010 Olympic Games.Here's a full entertainment schedule>>>

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-49470570687958278042010-01-17T14:37:00.000-08:002010-01-17T15:29:49.931-08:00Sample Conducts Olympiad's Beyond Eden at the Playhouse

Hall of Famer Bill Sample has been busy these days, taking up the role of music director for the Playhouse Theatre Company's last production of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and now for it's latest run - Beyond Eden - which features Tom Jackson and John Mann.The show is part of the 2010 Cultural Olympiad and is a co-production with Theatre Calgary and runs from January 16 to Feb. 6th.

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-36894340685820109762010-01-04T18:07:00.000-08:002010-01-04T18:13:55.907-08:00Hall of Famer Arngrim Passes at 81

Thor Arngrim, who served as personal manager to the likes of Liberace and Debbie Reynolds, died Dec. 16 in Vancouver of complications from Parkinson's disease. He was 81.Arngrim also handled the careers of such actors as Susan Anton, Peter Jurasik and Michael Ontkean and also those of his children -- Stefan Arngrim ("Land of the Giants") and Alison Arngrim ("Little House on the Prairie").Arngrim

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-58655708281358921402009-11-19T15:13:00.000-08:002009-11-19T15:28:46.483-08:00Jann Arden Named "Vancouver Favourite"

At her Wednesday, November 18th performance at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Canadian singer songwriter, Jann Arden was honoured as a “Vancouver Favourite” by the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame. Presenting the prestigious award, which includes a plaque on the wall at the Orpheum Theatre, was BC Entertainment Hall of Fame President Elizabeth Ball and local personality, Red Robinson, Vice President of BC

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-59197697774378115142009-10-27T11:55:00.000-07:002009-10-27T12:14:32.805-07:00BC ENTERTAINMENT HALL OF FAME BRONZE PLAQUES INSTALLED ON GRANVILLE ST.

Vancouver, BC– Elizabeth Ball, President of the Board of Directorsof the B.C. Entertainment Hall of Fame, announced“We’re gleaming on Granville Street!”On Monday, The B.C. Entertainment Hall of Fame installed the Stars for beloved band leader Dal Richards and Ball, the first of many new bronze plaques in the renewed Granville Street Project!Dal placed a signed saxophone reed under his plaque, and

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-90422299597940177592009-10-16T13:07:00.000-07:002009-10-16T13:16:19.163-07:00Stars Return To Granville Street

In a formal ceremony in front of the Orpheum, brand new, brighter stars have been re-installed along Granville, Vancouver's Theatre Row. Several old plaques were lost and damaged as a result of recent major renovations on the street.Here's a clip of the proceedings from CBC News:Granville Mall walk of fame stars reinstallation

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-87964862385999369052009-07-17T11:57:00.000-07:002009-07-17T12:08:29.109-07:00Pat Trudell Gone At 90

Well-known Vancouver performer and musician Pat Trudell passed away on July 2nd, 2009. Over the years, Pat appeared on many CBC Radio and Television programs including The Jack Cullen Show (Radio Special, 1954), Harmony House (1955-1956), A Hatful of Music (1960), and Come Listen Awhile (1963-1964). Thanks to Jack Bennest for letting us know about this.Follow the link below for a full biography:

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-68105188690141700812009-06-17T11:32:00.000-07:002009-07-17T11:54:06.612-07:00Gail McCance Passes Away

Born December 18, 1924 in North Vancouver, passed away peacefully June 16, 2009. Predeceased by brothers Jack, Larry, and Ed. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia, daughter Gaye, sister Terry, sister-in-law Joan and many nieces, nephews and friends. Gail will long be remembered for his work here and worldwide in theatrical design, TUTS, VOA, film, TV and also as a renowned

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-31899980300052560912009-05-22T13:58:00.000-07:002009-05-22T13:59:07.066-07:00Elizabeth Ball on the Commentary

BC Entertainment Hall of Fame president and former Vancouver City Councilor Elizabeth Ball talks to Joseph Planta about the latest group of honourees, and the induction ceremony this Sunday, 19 April 2009 at the Orpheum. http://www.thecommentary.ca/ontheline/20090415b.html

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-86905347863989501332009-04-08T21:34:00.000-07:002009-04-15T11:02:59.783-07:00Hall to Induct 10 New Members and 10 Pioneers!

Elizabeth Ball, President of the Board of Directors of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame today announced the names of twenty exceptional contributors to British Columbia’s rich entertainment legacy.This year's new inductees are:Michael Buble ~ MusicNicholas Campbell ~ Televison/FilmWendy Gorling ~ TheatreJurgen Gothe ~ RadioTom Harrison ~ MusicFanny Keifer ~ TelevisionTerry McBride ~ MusicBill

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-87793783496319316762009-03-11T10:03:00.000-07:002009-04-19T10:11:44.729-07:00Yo Yo King Gone But Not Forgotten

It is with immense sadness that we mark the passing of HARVEY LOWE on March 11th/09 - he was not only King of the Yo-Yo's, but most of all loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Born in Victoria, B.C. in 1918, Harvey lit up our world through nine decades and across three continents. He kick-started his childhood by winning the World Yo-Yo Championship held in England at the age

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-80052416628468539042008-09-02T15:16:00.000-07:002008-09-02T15:30:14.499-07:00Hall of Fame broadcaster Vic Waters passes away at age 89

Tuesday, August 19 - 04:32:30 PM Jim BennieVANCOUVER (NEWS1130) - Vic Waters, a member of the B.C Entertainment Hall of Fame, has passed away at age 89.Waters started in radio in 1938 at CJOR. It was the only station he ever worked for, as a studio operator, announcer and later program director. He retired in 1969 after hosting the morning show for many years.Waters was also the man who gave

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-87914811075454453752008-06-27T13:07:00.000-07:002008-06-27T13:10:24.249-07:00New Orpheum Tour Dates Announced

The beauty and secrets of the Orpheum’s magnificent painted dome are just some of the wonders that will be revealed on a tour of Vancouver’s beautiful heritage theatre. Visit every nook and cranny, from the maze of rooms under the stage to the catwalk over the dome. Learn about the Orpheum’s history, architecture and technical operations and follow its evolution from a Vaudeville theatre in 1927

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-55472381019249499602007-09-25T11:52:00.000-07:002007-09-25T11:54:47.742-07:00Dal's 90th Birthday Party

Come swing with Dal on his 90th Birthday, where veteran Vancouver bandleader Dal Richards will lead his 16-piece orchestra in the big band music at its best Dal's many musical friends will join him on stage to celebrate this milestone in Vancouver's musical history.

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-10618080773867953712007-04-07T13:53:00.000-07:002007-12-20T13:57:38.482-08:002006: Art Jones Passes at 80

We were very saddened to see the passing of the founder of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame, long-time broadcaster, producer and journalist Art Jones, who passed away at age 80, on April 7, 2006.For a full bio on this very hard-working man go to http://www.bcehof.blogspot.com/

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-90653076902220036462007-02-20T14:16:00.000-08:002007-12-20T14:21:15.090-08:002007: Fran Dowie Passes

We regret to inform the public that beloved long-time Vancouver children's entertainer Fran Dowie passed away in February of 2007.For a complete Biography on Fran Dowie, please visit the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame Archives at http://bcehof.blogspot.com/

Steve Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152092103531032548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1064228085697318819.post-29284285591611253142005-02-14T13:31:00.000-08:002007-12-20T13:55:33.914-08:002005: Hugh Pickett Passes Away on Valentine's Day

We regret to inform the public that long-time Vancouver impressario Hugh Pickett recently passed away at on Valentine's Day, 2005 at the age of 92.A website has been set up in his honour: http://www.hughpickett.com/ and tax-deductible donations to his favourite charities (the CHILD Foundation, the BC Paraplegic Association and the BC Enterainment Hall of Fame).Please make cheques payable to:The

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