This November is filled to the brim with exciting events! Discover valuable academic and career networking opportunities, explore art at the MOA, AHVA Gallery, or Belkin, and don’t miss out on the many unique performances this month.
Connecting the Dots
October 31 – November 29 | 12–4 PM | AHVA Gallery
Free
Witness the community-building artwork of 135 print media students from UBC, UBCO, Emily Carr, KPU, Langara, UFV, and Western Washington University in their showcase of the possibilities of printmaking in the Fraser Valley and help “connect the dots” between the 7 universities.
UBC Symphony Orchestra
Friday, November 1 | 7:30 PM | Chan Centre
$8 student tickets
Join conductor Jonathan Girard and the UBC Symphony Orchestra at the world-class Chan Shun Concert Hall for a night of symphonic works featuring François-Adrien Boieldieu’s Overture to “La dame blanche”, Jean Sibelius’ King Christian II (suite), Op. 27, and Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 in Eb Major, Op. 97 “Rhenish”.
The Art of Tech
Wednesday, November 6 | 6 PM | The Performance Theatre, AMS Student Nest
Free
Tech isn’t just for programmers—Arts degrees are extremely valuable to tech employers! Join this panel event showcasing Arts Alumni working in tech to learn why. You’ll get the opportunity to learn about the various career options in this fast-growing industry, steps you can take to explore them now, eat pizza while networking, and win prizes!
US Elections 2024: Analyzing the Trump-Harris showdown
Thursday, November 7 | 12–1:15 PM | Online
Free
Join UBC Arts Faculty, Dr. Irene Bloemraad, Dr. Terri Givens, and Dr. Paul J. Quirk, in this exciting panel discussing the face-off between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, and what the US election results mean for Canada and the rest of the world.
Arts Career Design Studio
November 12–13 | 9 AM – 5 PM | UBC Robson Square
Free
Take your academic journey into your own hands with the Arts Career Design Studio! Obtain skills to create a personalized plan for your Arts degree, develop your confidence for post-grad life, and network with professionals across various industries. Open to all undergraduate Arts students regardless of major and year level. RSVP by Sunday, November 3!
CMS-Sector Research Collaborations Day 2024
Wednesday, November 13 | 8:30 AM – 4 PM | UBC Robson Square
Free
Interested in decolonization, migration research, and BC’s settlement sector? Join the UBC Centre for Migration Studies, Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC, and UBC Connects in their annual event for presentations, panels, and networking.
Artwork by Jonathan Wood
The Very Book Indeed
November 20–30 | 7:30–9 PM | Frederic Wood Theatre
Tickets: $13–$27
Immerse yourself in the struggles and misadventures of two passionate actors publishing the first anthology of Shakespeare’s plays—seven years after his death. Set in 1621, the play wittily weaves together scenes from Shakespearean classics like Macbeth, King Lear, and As You Like It with playfulness and charm.
UBC Bands: City Life
Thursday, November 21 | 7:30 PM | Chan Centre
$8 student tickets
Experience the creativity and mastery of UBC Bands’ Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Concert Winds as they bring city soundscapes to life. Enjoy captivating pieces like Fall Fair, A Quiet City, Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, and more.
Symposium: Difficult Kinship
Friday, November 22 | 3 PM | Belkin Art Gallery
Free
Join an afternoon symposium exploring the work of Russell FitzGerald, an eclectic artist who offers fresh perspectives on the aesthetic, sexual, racial, and spiritual construction of post-WWII art. Consider contextual forces, engage in the “unknowing” process, and explore the contemporary merit of “difficult” or “bad” kin relations.
Ali Sethi and Nicolás Jaar – Intiha
Friday, November 22 | 8 PM | Chan Centre
Tickets: $16–$60
Experience the world premiere of Intiha, a groundbreaking collaboration between Ali Sethi and Nicolás Jaar that fuses Urdu ghazals with atmospheric electronic soundscapes. Praised as a “moving tribute to the multiplicity of identity,” this performance will bring to life an unforgettable blend of ancient poetry and modern sound.
Form & Formless : Bahuddin Dagar in Concert
Saturday, November 23 | 4 PM & 7 PM | Chan Centre
$20 student tickets
Join world-renowned master Bahauddin Dagar as he showcases the ancient rudra veena with his contemplative and innovative style. Known for his powerful resonance and improvisational mastery, Dagar is joined by pakhavaj artist Tejas Tope for a captivating performance that shifts seamlessly between structured and formless musical expressions.
UBC Opera: Holiday Concert
Saturday, November 23 | 7:30–9:30 PM | Old Auditorium
Tickets: $18 – $31
Celebrate the end of term 1 with the talented UBC Opera Ensemble and their special Holiday Concert. Sing along to familiar tunes and welcome the new year with an arrangement of festive opera, operetta, and musical theatre melodies.
Culture Club at MOA: Timeless Tessellations
Saturday, November 24 | 11 AM – 2 PM | Museum of Anthropology
Free
Explore the traditional geometric patterns and shapes that have inspired mosques, palaces, and manuscripts with Vancouver artist Farah Kalaff. Create your own works using historical techniques and tools, learn more about Islamic geometric art and history, and unleash your creativity!
Mastering Finals
Wednesday, November 27 | 12 PM | Compass Hub
Free
Wondering how to set yourself up for a successful finals period? Join Dr. Jonathan Graves to learn more about tips and tricks to mastering final exams. Get answers to all of your questions in this fun, informal, “Profs Talks” session!
