Urgent, intimate, and magnetic, Donna-Michelle St. Bernard gives a performance of profound poetic justice with storytelling, spoken word, and rap. Humour and timing provide sharp contrast to hardened realities. Doughnut cravings, 5 a.m. moments coming home from gigs, and the friendships of the rap scene collide with layered stories of dog whistle racism, over policing, […]
A random encounter with a camera on the streets of Tallinn, Estonia made choreographer and dancer Rakesh Sukesh a momentary poster boy for a right-wing news channel’s campaign against immigration from Asia and Africa. What happens to his body when it is rendered into a viral, racist symbol? How does it affect him, and his […]
The Improv Centre is bringing improv troupes from around the world to perform for Vancouver audiences! Degrees of Error – Bristol, England Dad's Garage – Atlanta, Georgia, USA Glass Clown – Los Angeles, California, USA RN & Cawls – Toronto, Ontario, Canada SPIT Manila – Manila, Philippines Each show includes short form games, an international showcase […]
After coming into some money thanks in part to his government job with Expo 67, celebrating the 100th anniversary of Canadian Confederation, Orin and his family are living well on the Rez. But when the gullible patriarch welcomes the con artist Father Tartuffe into their home, his relatives must rally together to save themselves from […]
Todd Parr is the author and illustrator of more than 71 books for children. His books are available in over forty countries throughout the world. With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity, he explores important and timely subjects. It’s Okay to Be Different cleverly delivers the important messages of acceptance, understanding, and self-confidence. Mermaid’s new show […]
When a non-descript University’s development plans involve the destruction of all “degenerate" and "unnecessary” clubs and societies, one Frat-star and his house of "Himbos" must team up with a "Theatre Dad" and his underdog squad of the theatre department in order to save their home, and maybe, experience a little culture (and romance) on the […]
Join us for an immersive and interactive fashion experience with Vancouver’s leading designers and fashion students in innovation and sustainability. Featuring designs by Nicole Dextras, Ana D’Carvalho, Valentina Valor Ruiz and LaSalle College Fashion students. Presenting a Free Denim Upcycling Workshop, “Stitch & Style: From Jeans to Bags” and a street performance with “Forest Warrior” […]
This is a storytelling show about the childhood of comedian Julie Kim. Julie was born to parents who immigrated from South Korea. Julie lived with her family in a small apartment above their convenience store in a low-to-lower-class neighbourhood in Toronto. Julie tells some stories that pertain to money, theft, food, disordered eating, gender, beauty, […]
In this story of a young girl feeling like a misfit and searching for her place in the world, Mary Jane is a mosquito who doesn’t have wings, but her voice soars to the stars in this new play by Canadian playwright Tomson Highway that weaves music, song and Cree language into its storytelling. After […]
“HANDCUFFED” is a compelling story that captures the descent of a young hero dealing with severe bouts of addiction and whose life is about to unravel to the point of no-return.
Welcome aboard the good Ladyship at the "NEST" May 2-4th for an uproarious journey through the high seas of hilarity. Her Ladyship is an all-female Vancouver-based sketch comedy group. Back for a second year after a sold out run last spring, Her Ladyship stars Yvonne Connors, Marty Lawton, Leanne Kuzminski, Dorien Van Tol and Becca […]
On Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 10 AM to 12 PM, Arts Umbrella Dance welcomes dancers and families to attend their Professional Training Program Open House. The morning will include taking a ballet class with the Apprentice Company, watching Company Rehearsal, and a Q+A with Artistic Director, Artemis Gordon. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to […]
CMHC-Granville Island would like to acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
