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Pianist-composer Jean-Michel Blais takes audiences on a musical trip

Montreal’s conservatory-trained star journeys fluidly through pop, minimalism, and classical styles

MUSICJanet SmithMay 30, 2023MRG Concerts, Jean-Michel Blais, piano

Theatre review: Happy Valley unleashes punk-fuelled frustration on Hong Kong chaos

Derek Chan blends projections, politics, and music across genres in tribute to the home country he can’t return to

THEATRE, CULTUREJanet SmithMay 30, 2023FIREHALL, Firehall Arts Centre, Derek Chan

Vancouver's Northern Bars turn Nanaimo bars into a culinary art

France has macarons, and now Canada has an artful version of the classic triple-layer treat made by Michelle Avelena and Samuel Hartono

CULINARYGail JohnsonMay 30, 2023Northern Bars, Vancouver food, Spring 2023

Vancouver's Universal Gospel Choir unites in the healing power of music

The 70-member multi-faith ensemble’s Soulstice Concert: How I Got Over celebrates the human ability to rise to challenges

MUSICGail JohnsonMay 30, 2023Universal Gospel Choir, concerts, Spring 2023

Review: rEvolver Festival's Duality and A Funny Thing Happened on My Way to Canada explore identity in innovative ways

Engaging shows employ everything from juggling to two chairs to explore complexity of identity

FESTS, THEATREJanet SmithMay 29, 2023rEvolver Festival, Upintheair Theatre

Vancouver chef Meeru Dhalwala joins CreativeMornings at SFU Woodward's, June 2

The author and activist will speak to the global series’ June theme of “reverie”

Theatre review: Renegade Arts Co's Spring Awakening brings musical's emotional journey up-close-and-personal

In intimate The Shop Theatre, strong performances and creative touches bring story of adolescence in late-19th-century Germany to vivid life

THEATREJanet SmithMay 29, 2023Renegade Arts Co, Spring 2023, Homepage feature

Talking Stick Festival 2023 launches National Indigenous History Month on the West Coast

Full Circle: First Nations Performance’s month-long celebration features music, film, theatre, visual arts, and more

VIFF showcases Dutch documentary White Balls on Walls from June 7 to 11

Film by Sarah Vos follows Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam’s battle for artistic diversity

SCREENStir VancouverMay 29, 2023Partner Content, VIFF, VIFF Centre

Lamondance explores array of choreographers’ work in season-closer, June 2 and 3

Things That Dreams Are Made Of program features new creations by Anya Saugstad, CAMP Collective, and more

DANCE, WHAT'S STIRRINGJanet SmithMay 29, 2023Lamondance, Spring 2023

Stir Cheat Sheet: 6 highlights of the Vancouver International Children’s Festival 2023

From Australian acrobatics to Madagascar mime to Métis storytelling, the fest is a world of inspiration

Rachel Meyer stages interdisciplinary new Many Worlds in Railtown, May 31 to June 3

Microcosmos Quartet intermingles with dancers in a total experience at Alexander Street warehouse

Film reviews: Vancouver Greek Film Festival highlights female directors and emerging talents

Works profile a divinely gifted teen, an Athens sex worker, and a bracingly candid Olympia Dukakis

FESTS, CULTURE, SCREENJanet SmithMay 26, 2023Greek Film Festival, The Cinematheque, Spring2023, Spring 2023

Vancouver Folk Music Festival adds three new acts to 2023 lineup

Plus, fest extends early-bird weekend pass deadline, with one day tickets on sale at early-bird price

FESTS, MUSICGail JohnsonMay 26, 2023Vancouver Folk Music Festival

Vancouver dance artist Ralph Escamillan wins new national RBC Emerging Artist Award

The honour comes from the presenting sponsor of 2023 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards

DANCE, NEWSGail JohnsonMay 26, 2023Ralph Escamillan, FakeKnot, Governor-General's Awards

Vancouver International Jazz Festival welcomes trumpet luminary Chris Botti on June 28

Pianist Michael Kaeshammer to also star in concert hosted by Coastal Jazz & Blues Society

Ballet BC hosts Grand Opening Weekend on Granville Island, May 27 and 28

Observe rehearsals, performances, and Q&As on Saturday or register for classes and special events on Sunday

DANCE, NEWSJanet SmithMay 26, 2023BALLET BC, Ballet BC, Spring 2023, Granville Island

Stir Pairing: West Coast edition with B.C. paintings, spot prawns, and wine

A new exhibition at Marion Scott Gallery; a seasonal seafood delicacy; and La Frenz Sauvignon Blanc

MAYDAY's award-winning Confession Publique is an act of radical exposure, May 26 and 27

Drum kits, dance, and microphones, as Montreal’s Mélanie Demers creates a solo for her muse Angélique Willkie

Stir Cheat Sheet: 5 things to know about Boca Del Lupo's new VR Salon

Tilda Swinton narrates Goliath, while The Man Who Couldn’t Leave travels to a former Taiwanese jail

SCREEN, THEATREStir VancouverMay 25, 2023VR, Boca del Lupo, BOCA DEL LUPO, Spring 2023

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