Before the current season of Bard on the Beach comes to a close on September 28, 2018, Artistic Director Christopher Gaze has announced the lineup for the 2019 Festival’s 30th Anniversary Season. Running in repertory, from June 5 to September 21, 2019, on Bard’s two stages; BMO MainStage and the Howard Family Stage, the 2019 season’s plays…
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Picks of the Week – August 22, 2018
While the smoke and air quality might put a damper on some activities, there’s plenty of other entertainment to be had in the picks of the week… Rock: Tonight at the Commodore Ballroom, Alice In Chains bring the spirit of grunge back to the stage Eat: Don’t miss getting a taste of Commercial Drive as…
Ce Soir Noir Free Public Picnic Returns for a 4th Year
With all the smoke darkening the skies, it’s a perfect time for Ce Soir Noir 2018 (This Black Night) to return to Vancouver. The free public picnic descends on a new location, Creekside Park for its fourth year, this Thursday, August 23th. Created by artists George Vergette and Graeme Berglund invites people to don all-black and…
Vancouver Fringe Festival 2018 opens September 6
The 2018 edition of Vancouver Fringe Festival is onstage from September 6th to 16th, bringing 11 days of theatre for everyone. Since 1985, Vancouver Fringe Festival has consistently produced “Vancouver’s Best Arts Festival” (as voted by Georgia Straight readers), with the mission to cultivate artists and audiences to create an open and vibrant independent theatre community….
Picks of the Week – August 15, 2018
Mid-August and the annual smokey overlay above the city is upon us, there’s lots of entertainment to keep you indoors and out of the poor air. Jericho: It’s the final weekend of Ensemble Theatre Company Summer Repertory Festival the trio of plays at Jericho Arts Centre: Dark Road by Ian Rankin, A Few Good Men by…
Harmony Arts’ Night on the Pier Crowns Top Mixologist
Last week Harmony Arts Festival presented its 3rd Night on the Pier, a celebration of cocktail culture. Under the late-day heat of the setting sun, Ambleside Pier was filled with visitors seeking thirst quenching cocktails. Nine of Metro Vancouver’s top mixologists poured their original cocktail creations for guests to sample and enjoy, alongside small bites from…
Cocktails, Canapes & Croquet make for a ‘wicket’ day at Fairmont Empress
Where better than the iconic Fairmont Empress in Victoria to host a leisurely garden party and croquet tournament. On August 26, 2018, don your best summer garden party, cricket-friendly attire and join MC Joe Perkins of CTV Vancouver Island as the Fairmont Empress brings the beloved pastime to the front lawns of the restored grand…