Giving thanks this weekend for a host of entertainment in these picks from around the city
Wonka: Explore a world of pure imagination as Willy Wonka invites you into his flavourful, fantastical factory in CTORA Production’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, playing October 11 to 27 at the Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre.
Extended: The Arts Club Theatre Company’s season is underway with director Julie Tomaino’s knock out production of Jersey Boys – the musical true story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons – at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage has been extended an extra week, now closing October 27
Dancers: October 9-12, The Cultch Historic Theatre presents the world premiere of Dancers of Damelahmid’s Raven Mother, a newly choreographed dance work in honour of late Elder Margaret Harris
Folk: Southern Gospel-Rock act NEEDTOBREATHE takes the Queen Elizabeth Theatre stage tonight with support from special guests Tall Heights
Romanian: K.I.A. Productions and Ensemble Theatre Company presents Lia & Dor, award-winning Romanian performer and playwright Cristina Tudor delves into the mysterious world of Romanian folklore in this love letter to her Grandparents and her culture at Firehall Arts Centre, October 9 – 13
Freedom: October 11, Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre presents Voices and Freedom for Democracy, a free (with registration) curated evening offering local artists a platform for expression through music, poetry, and storytelling, hosted by Artistic Director Derek Chan.
Rugby: Elite international rugby comes to BC Place this weekend with WXV 1 Women’s Rugby Tournament Friday October 11, featuring Ireland vs United States at 12:30pm then Saturday October 12, featuring New Zealand vs France at 3:45pm and Canada vs England at 7pm
Photography: National Geographic Live presents Life on Thin Ice, a unique and inspiring experience full of striking photography, captivating video, and incredible stories shared by award-winning photographer, explorer, and storyteller Kiliii Yüyan at Vancouver Playhouse October 9th
Hollywood: The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Tea & Trumpets present Hollywood’s Golden Age October 10 at The Orpheum, ranging from the rousing theme of Jarre’s Lawrence of Arabia to the passion of Gabriel’s Oboe in Morricone’s The Mission and other enchanting sounds of Hollywood.
Beatles: October 11-12, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Pops’ Revolution: The Music of The Beatles pays a symphonic tribute to the Fab Four
Sexy: The Arts Club On Tour takes the contemporary Canadian comedy Sexy Laundry, by acclaimed playwright Michele Riml, on the road to Kay Meek Arts Centre October 10 & 11 then The Anvil Theatre October 12 & 13
Stand-up: Surrey Civic Theatres presents An Evening with Brent Butt, the acclaimed funny man, on October 12 at the Surrey Arts Centre, Main Stage
Caps: Find out is Whitecaps FC break their winless streak when they host a rescheduled match vs LAFC Sunday at BC Place at 4:30pm
Outsiders: The 8th Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival, presented by The Community Arts Council of Vancouver welcomes 56 participating artists to the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre, from Oct. 11–13, 2024.
Rock: Local rock icons 54-40 perform a two-night stand at the Commodore Ballroom October 11 and 12
Suspense: October 12 to November 2, Metro Theatre welcomes spook season with the opening of The Woman In Black, based on Dame Susan Hill’s terrifying ghost story, adapted to stage by Stephen Mallatratt and starring Vancouver theatre icon Bernard Cuffling as the aging solicitor Arthur Kipps
Release: Friday October 11th, trumpeter & composer Jeremy Pelt celebrates the release of his new recording, Tomorrow’s Another Day at The Shadbolt Centre for Arts Studio Theatre
Bilingual: October 10-13, Presentation House Theatre presents the Vancouver premiere of EARWORM, written and directed by acclaimed playwright Mohammad Yaghoubi. exploring themes of love, justice, and asylum, performed bilingually by the same talented cast in separate performances. Farsi-language performances will be on Friday and Saturday evenings, while English-languages performances will be on Thursday evening and weekend matinees.
DJ: Norwegian DJ, songwriter, producer KYGO brings his World Tour to visit Rogers Arena on Thursday evening with support from Zara Larssen and Vandelux
Future: Until December 15th, Griffin Art Projects presents Future Worldings, a group exhibition of six artists whose practices have an emphasis on decolonial practices
Outkast: Friday night, Outkast’s André 3000 presents his New Blue Sun Live in Concert Fall 2024 Tour at The Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Pucks: Vancouver Canucks take to the ice at Rogers Arena for a pair of games: tonight vs Calgary Flames and Friday night vs Philadelphia Flyers
Culture: Richmond, regularly recognized as one of the most engaged cities in the country during Culture Days, the annual celebration of arts and culture has a host of events continuing until October 13.
Fright: Vancouver favourite spooky Halloween event Fright Nights haunts the PNE on select nights until October 31
Comedy: The Improv Centre on Granville Island will have you falling over with laughter this Fall with its new feature show, Betrayers, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
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