DanceHouse has revealed the opening shows, and a special new logo, for its 15th anniversary year. The season begins with two extraordinary in-theatre presentations from Hofesh Shechter, one of the most exciting names in dance, and Louise Lecavalier, who continues to dominate the stage. The special anniversary logo, designed by Rare Design, led by…
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Picks of the Week – May 11, 2022
May showers bring shows and entertainment to the picks of the week Hair: There’s just a few more days to catch the brilliant musical celebration of women of colour, their hair and their truths ‘da Kink in my Hair at the Arts Club Theatre Company Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage ending May 15 Docs: Continuing until May 15, DOXA, Western Canada’s largest documentary…
Co.ERASGA presents the return of Passages of Rhythms
Co.ERASGA Dance continues to fortify its vision and legacy as it presents the return of Passages of Rhythms at PAL Studio Theatre May 19 & 20. In this remounted work, acclaimed dancer and choreographer Alvin Erasga Tolentino takes centre stage; merging three duets created for three diverse artists and showcasing three different genres – Flamenco,…
The Dance Centre present Rebel Grace, a world premiere.
The Dance Centre is presenting a world premiere, Rebel Grace, from choreographer Zivian Kwan. Presented as part of Asian Heritage Month, May 12-14, Rebel Grace explores gentle transgressions as acts of resistance and empowerment. Create by Kwan, in collaboration with an ensemble of dance artists – Justin Calvadores, Lisa Mariko Gelley, Juolin Lee, Andrea Nann, and…
HMS Pinafore sails for Queen Elizabeth
Vancouver Opera’s production of HMS Pinafore sets sail under the realm of a new queen at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore or, The Lass That Loved a Sailor has been a fan favourite since its debut in 1878. Much of its satirical look at class structure and patriotism, authority of the Navy,…
‘da Kink in my Hair grows & glows
There’s still time to catch The Arts Club Theatre Company’s production of Trey Anthony’s ‘da Kink in my Hair, you won’t want to miss it. Now playing at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, ‘da Kink is an inspiring show about self-care, owning your true-self and building a community. ‘da Kink in my Hair is set…
Picks of the Week – May 4, 2022
May the 4th be with you, as we celebrate these Picks of the Week to start the month. Ship: Vancouver Opera‘s season comes to a close with three more performances of Gilbert & Sullivan’s wildly popular HMS Pinafore at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Thursday May 5, and Saturday May 7 at 7:30 p.m. with a 2:00 p.m….