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Théâtre la Seizième and The Dance Centre invite audiences to watch We Love Arabs, April 13 to 15
Théâtre la Seizième and The Dance Centre invite audiences to watch We Love Arabs, April 13 to 15

Thought-provoking piece uses combination of dance and theatre to explore political satire

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DANCE, THEATREStir VancouverMarch 28, 2023Partner Content, Theatre la Seizieme, The Dance Centre
Vancouver's Folke Restaurant goes all-in on progressive plant-based cuisine
Vancouver's Folke Restaurant goes all-in on progressive plant-based cuisine

Hospitality is included in the prices at this Kitsilano dining destination that celebrates all things vegan

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CULINARYGail JohnsonMarch 28, 2023Folke, restaurants, Vancouver restaurants, Vancouver food
At Capture Photography Festival, Gloria Wong draws on a rich archive of Chinatown and family images
At Capture Photography Festival, Gloria Wong draws on a rich archive of Chinatown and family images

Pendulum Gallery’s Here and Now exhibit juxtaposes self-portrait with studio shots by early-20th century’s Yucho Chow

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ART & DESIGN, FESTSJanet SmithMarch 28, 2023Capture Photography Festival, Pendulum Gallery, Homepage feature
Juno-winning Florian Hoefner Trio brings jazz to BlueShore at CapU, April 18
Juno-winning Florian Hoefner Trio brings jazz to BlueShore at CapU, April 18

Evening explores works off the group’s critically acclaimed 2023 release

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MUSICStir VancouverMarch 28, 2023Partner Content, BlueShore at CapU
Ballet BC dancers show their choreographic chops at Take Form, March 31 and April 1
Ballet BC dancers show their choreographic chops at Take Form, March 31 and April 1

Sidney Chuckas, Michael Garcia, Orlando Harbutt, Jacalyn Tatro, and Jacob Williams create short works

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DANCE, WHAT'S STIRRINGJanet SmithMarch 28, 2023BALLET BC, Ballet BC
Psychology interweaves with contemporary dance and Renaissance art in Voirelia's De/Formed Revival, at the Shadbolt Arts Centre March 30 to April 1
Psychology interweaves with contemporary dance and Renaissance art in Voirelia's De/Formed Revival, at the Shadbolt Arts Centre March 30 to April 1

Premiere draws on the troupe’s unique blend of inspirations

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DANCE, WHAT'S STIRRINGJanet SmithMarch 28, 2023Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Shadbolt Centre
Three Vancouver artists among the 2023 winners of Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
Three Vancouver artists among the 2023 winners of Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts

Nettie Wild, Germaine Koh, and Shannon Walsh honoured by Canada Council for the Arts

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ART & DESIGN, NEWSGail JohnsonMarch 28, 2023Governor-General's Awards, Canada Council for the Arts, Germaine Koh, Nettie Wild, Shannon Walsh, documentary
See Studio 58’s The Kitchen at Langara College, March 30 to April 9
See Studio 58’s The Kitchen at Langara College, March 30 to April 9

Maddeningly meticulous inner workings of a high-end restaurant make it to the main stage

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THEATREStir VancouverMarch 27, 2023Partner Content, Studio 58
Roller skates and queer love stories: Vancouver International Burlesque Festival's new artistic director welcomes full array
Roller skates and queer love stories: Vancouver International Burlesque Festival's new artistic director welcomes full array

Exploring identity and culture in her own acts, Androsia Wilde pushes for radical inclusivity at this year’s event

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FESTSJanet SmithMarch 27, 2023Vancouver International Burlesque Festival, Spring 2023
Sedna, Empress of the Sea gives new life to an Indigenous legend at R2R Film Festival
Sedna, Empress of the Sea gives new life to an Indigenous legend at R2R Film Festival

Jerry Thevenet’s animated feature introduces young audiences to residential schools

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SCREEN, FESTSGail JohnsonMarch 27, 2023Reell 2 Real Film Festival, Spring 2023, animation, Indigenous, R2R Film Festival
Vancouver Chopin Society celebrates 25 years, April 16 with Thomasz Ritter
Vancouver Chopin Society celebrates 25 years, April 16 with Thomasz Ritter

Anticipated show at Vancouver Playhouse to be followed by festive reception

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MUSICStir VancouverMarch 27, 2023Partner Content, Vancouver Chopin Society
Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival 2023 blooms at Garry Point Park, April 2
Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival 2023 blooms at Garry Point Park, April 2

Dance, taiko drumming, folk singing, food, and more are part of the sakura celebration

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WHAT'S STIRRING, FESTSGail JohnsonMarch 27, 2023Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival, sakura
Theatre review: Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream weaves existential questions into an epic tale
Theatre review: Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream weaves existential questions into an epic tale

Jacob Rajan hands in an unforgettable performance in multiple roles, joined by a majestic vulture puppet

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THEATREJanet SmithMarch 25, 2023THE CULTCH, The Cultch, Indian Ink, Spring 2023
Piano virtuoso Jane Coop joins Vancouver Chamber Choir for SPRINGTIME, April 2
Piano virtuoso Jane Coop joins Vancouver Chamber Choir for SPRINGTIME, April 2

Three world premieres are on the program that celebrates the season

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WHAT'S STIRRING, MUSICGail JohnsonMarch 25, 2023Vancouver Chamber Choir, Jane Coop, Vancouver Civic Theatres, Spring 2023
Dance review: Samsara exudes serenity at VIDF
Dance review: Samsara exudes serenity at VIDF

Aakash Odedra Company’s duet proves mesmerizing, exhilarating

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FESTS, DANCEJanet SmithMarch 24, 2023Spring 2023, VIDF, dance, Vancouver International Dance Festival
Dance West Network’s 8th annual DADAO program launches outside this summer
Dance West Network’s 8th annual DADAO program launches outside this summer

Eight dance projects will allow community members to interact with a variety of inspiring performances

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DANCEStir VancouverMarch 24, 2023Partner Content, Dance West Network
R2R International Film Festival 2023 focuses on peace, justice, and pure magic
R2R International Film Festival 2023 focuses on peace, justice, and pure magic

From thrilling anime to Oscar-nominated shorts, the fest for youth is celebrating 25 years

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FESTS, SCREENJanet SmithMarch 24, 2023R2R Film Festival, Reel to Real Film Festival, Venay Felton
UN/REAL hits Arbutus Greenway billboards for Capture Photography Festival, to June 11
UN/REAL hits Arbutus Greenway billboards for Capture Photography Festival, to June 11

Dutch artist Viviane Sassen’s work purposefully confuses our perception of space

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WHAT'S STIRRING, ART & DESIGNGail JohnsonMarch 24, 2023Capture Photography Festival, Emmy Lee Wall, Spring 2023
Gateway Theatre to launch nationwide executive director search after Camilla Tibbs steps down
Gateway Theatre to launch nationwide executive director search after Camilla Tibbs steps down

Richmond organization has gone through a vast transformation during her eight-year leadership

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NEWSJanet SmithMarch 24, 2023Gateway Theatre
Skoden Indigenous Film Festival gears up for its 2023 programming, March 31 to April 1
Skoden Indigenous Film Festival gears up for its 2023 programming, March 31 to April 1

Aiming to decolonize the screen, fest features bill of works from all-Indigenous creators

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FESTS, SCREENStir VancouverMarch 24, 2023Partner Content, Skoden Indigenous Film Festival
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Happy Holidays from the team at Stir ❤️
Nikkei Mochitsuki celebrates a year-end Japanese tradition, December 29. 

Taiko drums and dance add to the festivities at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre. 

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#vancouverarts #stirvancouver #taikodrums
From family-friendly theatre in the afternoon to celebratory shows as midnight approaches, here’s a look at what’s on offer around the city this New Year’s Eve—plus a couple of New Year’s Day festivities too.

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O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy serves up a whimsical party at the Massey Theatre, December 28

James & Jamesy’s family-friendly show sails through a series of slapstick and sometimes surreal journeys. 

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#yvrarts #yv
Winter Solstice Lantern Festival illuminates the longest night of the year, December 21. 

Secret Lantern Society’s annual offering includes outdoor processions, workshops, song and dance performances, and more across Yaletown and Granville Isl
Ballet BC has just announced that its artistic director Medhi Walerski will leave his role as of June 30, 2027, following the company’s big 40th-anniversary season.

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#balletbc #ballet #vancouverarts #contemporarydance
 

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