Stir
Music Screen Art & Design Fests Culinary Read
Events Calendar
Theatre Dance Comedy
Culture Podcasts News Festive Guide Digital Magazine RSS FEED
Stage Theatre Dance Comedy MusicScreenArt & DesignFestsCulinaryRead More Culture Podcasts News Festive Guide Digital Magazine RSS FEED
Stir
Events Calendar
 
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra hosts Louis Armstrong & Friends, November 17 and 18
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra hosts Louis Armstrong & Friends, November 17 and 18

London Drugs VSO Pops series concert features famous jazz classics from the Great American Songbook

Read More
MUSICStir VancouverNovember 10, 2023Partner Content, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra
Tragedy, Slander, & Wine explores conspiracy theories and media literacy, November 13 to 19
Tragedy, Slander, & Wine explores conspiracy theories and media literacy, November 13 to 19

The multimedia play fuses theatre and film with true crime, mockumentary, and more

Read More
THEATRE, WHAT'S STIRRINGGail JohnsonNovember 10, 2023Promethean Theatre, theatre
Vancouver artist Ron Terada reframes real pandemic headlines on a grand scale, at the Polygon Gallery
Vancouver artist Ron Terada reframes real pandemic headlines on a grand scale, at the Polygon Gallery

He captures the wild ride of 2020 through 325 meticulous paintings, in the new exhibition From Slander’s Brand

Read More
ART & DESIGNJanet SmithNovember 10, 2023The Polygon, THE POLYGON, The Polygon Gallery, Homepage feature, Ron Terada
In a Vancouver first, Mandala Arts and Culture presents Mohiniyattam, November 18
In a Vancouver first, Mandala Arts and Culture presents Mohiniyattam, November 18

Event marks the inaugural professional performance locally of the Indian classical dance style

Read More
DANCE, WHAT'S STIRRINGGail JohnsonNovember 10, 2023Jai Govinda, Mandala Arts + Culture, dance
Emily Carr University invites guests to its 50th annual Student Art Sale, November 23 to 25
Emily Carr University invites guests to its 50th annual Student Art Sale, November 23 to 25

Event featuring original paintings, photographs, ceramics, and more is an opportunity to support emerging artists and designers

Read More
ART & DESIGNStir VancouverNovember 9, 2023Partner Content, Emily Carr University
Theatre review: Powerful Hadestown pulls ancient Greek tragedy into contemporary times
Theatre review: Powerful Hadestown pulls ancient Greek tragedy into contemporary times

Striking visuals, creative staging, and meaningful songs make Tony Award-winning Orpheus and Eurydice update soar

Read More
THEATREJanet SmithNovember 9, 2023Broadway Across Canada, Vancouver Civic Theatres
At the Chutzpah! Festival, Rita Ueda's I Have My Mother’s Eyes channels two families' generational strength
At the Chutzpah! Festival, Rita Ueda's I Have My Mother’s Eyes channels two families' generational strength

Chamber opera tells story of a Japanese diplomat who aids in the escape of 6,000 Jews from Nazi-occupied Lithuania

Read More
MUSIC, FESTSJanet SmithNovember 9, 2023Chutzpah! Festival, Powell Street Festival
At IndieFest, Sanctuary & Storm reflects on passion through two historical female figures, at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre November 17 to 19
At IndieFest, Sanctuary & Storm reflects on passion through two historical female figures, at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre November 17 to 19

World premiere from Vancouver Opera and re:Naissance Opera stars Kwagiulth-Stó:lō First Nations mezzo-soprano Marion Newman

Read More
MUSIC, FESTS, WHAT'S STIRRINGJanet SmithNovember 9, 2023Vancouver Opera, re:Naissance opera, IndieFest
New Works showcases The Biting School's Zahak, The Serpent King, November 30 to December 2
New Works showcases The Biting School's Zahak, The Serpent King, November 30 to December 2

World premiere blends theatre and dance to tell a Persian myth-inspired story of a ruler who kills his own people

Read More
THEATREStir VancouverNovember 9, 2023Partner Content, New Works
Stir Q&A: Through My Eyes re-creates childlike wonder with imaginative dance and a kaleidoscope of colours
Stir Q&A: Through My Eyes re-creates childlike wonder with imaginative dance and a kaleidoscope of colours

Piece for young audiences by Montreal company Bouge de là’s Hélène Langevin plays with shadows, shapes, and illusions

Read More
DANCEStir VancouverNovember 8, 2023Anvil Theatre, Bouge de là
Chris Dodd performs Deafy at Pi Theatre as part of the Pi Provocateurs series, November 24 to 26
Chris Dodd performs Deafy at Pi Theatre as part of the Pi Provocateurs series, November 24 to 26

Show combining ASL, surtitles, and spoken word is designed to be accessible to Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing audiences

Read More
THEATREStir VancouverNovember 8, 2023Partner Content, Pi theatre, Pi Provocateurs
Vancouver Bach Family of Choirs hosts over 400 singers in annual Christmas with the Bach Choir concert, December 3
Vancouver Bach Family of Choirs hosts over 400 singers in annual Christmas with the Bach Choir concert, December 3

Giant choral celebration featuring the Orpheum Theatre’s historic Wurlitzer organ kicks off the holiday season

Read More
MUSICStir VancouverNovember 8, 2023Partner Content, Vancouver Bach Choir, Holiday 2023
Eastside Culture Crawl's sneak preview: Out of Control unleashes a wild array of work, at galleries around town to November 25
Eastside Culture Crawl's sneak preview: Out of Control unleashes a wild array of work, at galleries around town to November 25

Pop-culture paintings, dreamscape glass, and more at exhibit spread across Pendulum Gallery, The Cultch, Alternative Creation Gallery, and Strange Fellows Gallery

Read More
WHAT'S STIRRING, ART & DESIGNJanet SmithNovember 8, 2023Eastside Arts Society, Eastside Culture Crawl
Arts Umbrella’s School of Dance launches its 2024 International Audition Tour, December 3
Arts Umbrella’s School of Dance launches its 2024 International Audition Tour, December 3

Auditions for five ballet-based programs travel from Vancouver to Amsterdam, New York City, and Toronto

Read More
DANCEStir VancouverNovember 8, 2023Partner Content, Arts Umbrella
Stir Cheat Sheet: 6 things to know about legendary South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim
Stir Cheat Sheet: 6 things to know about legendary South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim

The prolific octogenarian artist coming to the Chan Centre played at Nelson Mandela’s 1994 inauguration

Read More
MUSICStir VancouverNovember 8, 2023Chan Centre, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, jazz, piano, Homepage feature
Vancouver Men's Chorus performs annual Making Spirits Bright holiday concert, December 8 to 10
Vancouver Men's Chorus performs annual Making Spirits Bright holiday concert, December 8 to 10

Festive cheer and impeccable harmonies are expected at 43rd edition of winter show

Read More
MUSICStir VancouverNovember 7, 2023Partner Content, Vancouver Men's Chorus, Holiday 2023
Stir Cheat Sheet: Recycled sheers to mossy art, 5 artisans to check out at the 2023 Circle Craft Holiday Market
Stir Cheat Sheet: Recycled sheers to mossy art, 5 artisans to check out at the 2023 Circle Craft Holiday Market

Empowering candles, retro mugs, and more at the Vancouver Convention Centre

Read More
ART & DESIGNStir VancouverNovember 7, 2023Circle Craft Christmas Market
In Chor Leoni's Boundless concert, Don Macdonald's High Flight honours the life and loss of a Second World War air-force pilot
In Chor Leoni's Boundless concert, Don Macdonald's High Flight honours the life and loss of a Second World War air-force pilot

Six-movement composition features in choir’s annual Remembrance Day program curated by artistic director Erick Lichte

Read More
MUSICJanet SmithNovember 7, 2023CHOR LEONI
Awe-inspiring cave documentary Subterranean premieres on Knowledge Network, November 7
Awe-inspiring cave documentary Subterranean premieres on Knowledge Network, November 7

Film directed by François-Xavier De Ruydts dives into the world of hobbyist cavers on record-setting adventures

Read More
SCREENStir VancouverNovember 7, 2023Partner Content, Knowledge Network
Theatre review: Nostalgic appeal helps CTORA Theatre's The Wizard of Oz fly
Theatre review: Nostalgic appeal helps CTORA Theatre's The Wizard of Oz fly

Strong performances and visuals, not to mention airborne witches and monkeys, make for a classic trip over the rainbow

Read More
THEATREJanet SmithNovember 6, 2023CTORA Theatre, Homepage feature
Newer Older
 
 


Check out our Instagram
@stirvancouver

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.

Read more at Stir. 

#balletbc #ballet #vancouverarts #contemporarydance
Set to a soundtrack of Broadway showtunes and Christmas songs, production features a standout performance from Victor Hunter as grand dame. 

Head to Stir for the full @metrotheatre Panto review! 

#panto #vancouvertheatre #vancouverarts #jackandtheb
Here are 5 books for the arts and entertainment fans on your holiday list. 

Read more about these local titles and where to find them at Stir. 

#vancouverarts #vancouverbc #vancouverbooks #artsandculture #vancouver
The Horseradish Theatre stages the quirky Slavic-accented comedy Number 13, December 18 to 21. 

When a Prime Minister’s assistant’s romantic hotel rendez-vous is interrupted, a host of hilariously chaotic misunderstandings ensue. 

Read
GIVEAWAY

DanceHouse and The Cultch present an extraordinary work of circus/dance, the North American premiere of Recirquel’s otherworldly Paradisum. 

Directed and choreographed by Bence Vági, Paradisum explores the new possibilities of
 

CONTACT US

Email us at hello@createastir.ca

We are grateful to live, work, create, and play on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

LINKS

What is Stir?
Support Stir
Diversity & Inclusion
Advertising
RSS FEED

Festive Guide

Subscribe

Get the latest arts and culture news, things to do, and great swag

Thanks for subscribing! Check your inbox for a confirmation email.

 

Legal | Site Credits

© 2025 Stir Publishing Vancouver Inc.

We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada.