Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend

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Ethereal music created from water and glass, eco-friendly fashion shows, a Game of Thrones-y comedy improv show, German expressionist film, cherry blossoms, and even a mountain ski party. Warm yourself in the weekend sun, or with any of the many events across the city this weekend.

 

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Friday April 8

Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour

Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour

Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre
What: Through stunning storytelling and captivating dance, this deeply moving ballet explores the powerful stories, both told and untold, of survivors of the residential school system. The ballet explores the world of Annie, a young, urban First Nations woman adrift in a contemporary life of youthful excess. Annie feels strangely disconnected within her superficial loop.
Runs until: Saturday April 9, 2016

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Throne and Games: A Chance of Snow
Where: The Improv Centre (Granville Island)
What: Inspired by the popular HBO series, VTSL’s improvised parody builds on its 2015 smash hit (Throne and Games – Laughter is Coming). This all new production embarks on speculative, uncharted territory. Is a certain popular character from the TV series really dead … or not? VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy while working under the ‘high pressure’ created by the audience’s suggestions and involvement.
Runs until: Saturday May 28, 2016

The Dilinger Escape Plan

The Dilinger Escape Plan

The Dilinger Escape Plan
Where: The Vogue, 6:00pm
What: With guests Job For a Cowboy, Revocation, Allegaeon & Gorod & Bookakee.

Arts Alive
Where: Burnaby Art Gallery
What: Highlighting over 50 works by high school students from eight schools in the Burnaby district, the works were selected by a jury that included BAG staff and volunteers as well as students. This marks the 34th year the Arts Alive program has been presented and will include a new People’s Choice Award voted on by the general public during the run of the show.
Runs until: Sunday May 8, 2016

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Easter Eggs
Where: Hot Art Wet city, opening reception at 7:00pm
What: Andrea Hooge draws her inspiration from childhood interpretations of vintage children’s books and playthings, as well as her cultural heritage. Aside from literal references to Easter eggs in some of her pieces, the work and the title hide a double meaning alluding to inside jokes and surprises.
Runs until: Saturday April 30, 2016

Retreat by Scott Sueme

Retreat: Works by Scott Sueme

Retreat: Works by Scott Sueme
Where: Kimoto Art Gallery opening reception at 6:00pm
What: A departure from the graphic landscapes in my previous series ‘Arena’, this new work zooms in to focus on the essence of form, shape and the interactions of colour. The colour palette ranges from high contrast, to subtle neutral and off-white. The selection of these colours aims to capture the zeitgeist of our modern landscape – a fresh take on primary tones and in-between values.
Runs until: Saturday May 7, 2016

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic
Where: Burrard Arts Foundation (108 East Broadway)
What: Unlike most photographers, Randy Grskovic uses the darkroom as a starting point for his work. He is affected by the chemistry, geology, and memory of the process. In combination with the science behind the darkroom, Grskovic uses content from history by purchasing glass negatives, smashing them, and printing the result.
Runs until: Saturday May 14, 2016

The Invisible Hand

The Invisible Hand

The Invisible Hand
Where: The Cultch Historic Theatre
What: Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar (Disgraced)’s provocative play follows a kidnapped American trader in Pakistan playing the market for his life. In this timely political thriller from one of North America’s hottest playwrights, taut scenarios unfold as the trader works to earn his release while unwittingly handing the tools for financial chaos and political vindication to his captors.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

The Vancouver Chopin Society Presents Dina Yoffe
Where: Vancouver Playhouse, 7:30pm
What: Dina Yoffe came to international recognition by winning top prizes in two international competitions: the Robert Schumann in Zwickau (1974) and the prestigious Fryderyk Chopin in Warsaw (1975). At that time the political climate in the Soviet Union did not allow for creating a career abroad so Dina Yoffe had to wait several years to launch her career. Today her concert performances are renowned throughout Europe, Israel, Japan, and the United States.

When Trees Talk: A Presentation and Animated Short Film

When Trees Talk: A Presentation and Animated Short Film

When Trees Talk: A Presentation and Animated Short Film
Where: Museum of Vancouver, 7:00pm
What: A presentation about how trees communicate, followed by Vancouver Film School classical animation instructor Keith Blackmore will present a screening of “The Man Who Planted Trees” (1987), an Oscar-winning animated short film that tells the story of one shepherd’s singlehanded effort to re-forest a desolate valley.

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The Valley
Where: Arts Club Theatre
What: A teenage boy’s arrest on a SkyTrain platform is the catalyst for this topical story about the contradictory attempts to balance care and public safety. Meet Connor, who has recently dropped out of college; his mother, Sharon, who is struggling with her son’s recent behaviour; Dan, the police officer involved in the SkyTrain incident; and Dan’s wife, Janie, whose own state is driving a wedge through their relationship.
Runs until: Saturday May 7, 2016

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Jam Over the City: The Last One
Where: Grouse Mountain
What: Celebrate the last Jam Over the City of the season in “Gaper Day” style! Gaper Day is a local mountain tradition complete with ridiculous outfits (read: retro, neon), gaper gaps, spring skiing and riding conditions and a whole lot of laughs. Call up your buds, grab your parents’ best 80’s ski and snowboard gear.

Chor Leoni’s Sea to Sky
Where: West Vancouver United Church, 8:00pm
What: Vancouver: A place where the city meets the water and the mountains meet the sky. Chor Leoni’s Sea to Sky explores the elements of nature. Music by Lauridsen, Ešenvalds, Kodaly and Tormis, rub shoulders with pop songs and spirituals, all sung in honour of the stunning place we call home.

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Modified Ghost Festival
Where: Various Locations
What: An eclectic mix of performers that showcases metal, rock, punk, hardcore & progressive music.
Runs until: Sunday April 10, 2016

Wild Fruit: An LGBTQ Dance Party
Where: Playhouse Nightclub, 10:00pm
What: From dance and old-school throwbacks to 80s/90s/present hip-hop & R&B, it’s the home of music that doesn’t take itself too seriously—your secret guilty pleasures and sing along wonders with Riki Rocket as DJ Tanner.

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Battle of the Brush
Where: Heritage Hall on Main Street
What: The contest consists the 5 teams where each team includes two artists with differing styles setting their differences aside and combining their skills, strokes and colors to complete a painting on a chosen theme. And they only have 80 minutes to do it.

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Don’t Dress for Dinner

Don’t Dress for Dinner
Where:  Gateway Theatre MainStage
What: With his wife out of town, a foolproof alibi from his best friend, and the perfect location outside of Paris, Bernard has it all figured out…or does he?
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016


 

Saturday April 9

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Eco Fashion Week

Eco Fashion Week

Eco Fashion Week
Where: Various locations
What: Celebrating its 10th season, Eco Fashion Week (EFW) is informing and inspiring the fashion-conscious and the sustainable-minded alike in a way that harmonizes beauty and the environment. After all, innovation in fashion and the future of chic is inextricably linked to innovation in sustainability.
Runs until: Thursday April 14, 2016

Songs for Glass Island

Songs for Glass Island

CAG Presents: Songs for Glass Island
Where: Pyatt Hall, VSO School of Music, 7:00pm
What: CAG presents a new performative sound work with Norwegian/US artist/musician Camille Norment in collaboration with Victoria’s Experimental Music Unit (EMU). Norment performs with a glass armonica, a legendary eighteenth century instrument that creates ethereal music from glass and water.

Vancouver Art Gallery's Art Auction

Vancouver Art Gallery’s Art Auction

Vancouver Art Gallery’s Art Auction
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery
What: Through the tremendous generosity of distinguished artists, private galleries and collectors from around the world, nearly 70 outstanding artworks have been donated to this major fundraising endeavour, ranging from paintings, photography, prints, sculptures and multimedia works. Artworks that hold the highest value come from renowned artists such as Rodney Graham, Jeff Wall, Dana Claxton and Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun.

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair
Where: Van Dusen Botanical Garden
What: Experience the special ritual of the Japanese tea ceremony, culinary demonstrations, enjoy Japanese festival food, sample premium sake, guided Tree Talks and Walks to the cherry trees, and enjoy haiku readings. Experience Japan with hands-on workshops and try your hand at calligraphy, origami and other Japanese arts and crafts demonstrations.
Runs until: Sunday April 10, 2016

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Meet An Artist, Experiment with a Scientist
Where: Science World, 4:00pm
What: Participate in hands-on activities with scientists and interact with on-site artists while they experiment with their art in collaboration with the scientists. We will post updates regarding artist-scientist match on this event page as they become available.

An Evening With Noel Fielding

An Evening With Noel Fielding

An Evening With Noel Fielding
Where: The Vogue, 7:30
What: Noel Fielding, from The Mighty Boosh & Never Mind The Buzzcocks, brings his surreal stand-up to America for the first time.

Beethoven's Ninth

Beethoven’s Ninth

Beethoven’s Ninth
Where: The Orpheum, 8:00pm
What: The VSO performs Beethoven’s extraordinary Symphony No. 9. Beethoven’s profound statement of hope, brotherhood and joy has echoed down through the centuries, and has never been more relevant and fresh.

Chor Leoni’s Sea to Sky
Where: West Vancouver United Church, 1:00pm and 8:00pm
What: Vancouver: A place where the city meets the water and the mountains meet the sky. Chor Leoni’s Sea to Sky explores the elements of nature. Music by Lauridsen, Ešenvalds, Kodaly and Tormis, rub shoulders with pop songs and spirituals, all sung in honour of the stunning place we call home.

The Romantics: One Day Class

The Romantics: One Day Class

The Romantics: One Day Class
Where: VSO School of Music, 4:00pm
What: In conjunction with the VSO Spring Festival, this class looks at the historical trends that changed literature, art and music in the 19th Century, ushering in a period in which composers looked for new ways to express themselves and their opinions in their music.

Dinner Party YVR
Where: In the homes of Vancouverites
What: Have dinner in the home of a stranger! This is a charitable cooking event where local hobby chefs open their homes to host simultaneous dinner parties, all in the name of raising funds for charitable organizations.

Miike Snow

Miike Snow

Miike Snow
Where: The Commodore Ballroom, 9:00pm
What: Swedish indie pop.

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Ben Rogers and Rich Hope
Where: The Biltmore, 8:00pm
What: Trashy, dark, gritty old country blues.


 

Sunday April 10

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Dear Vancouver: An Experimental Letter Writing Campaign on Public Space
Where: Museum of Vancouver, 2:30pm
What: Workshop coordinators – Justin Langlois and Alicia Medina Laddaga – will lead participants through creative forms of writing to synthesize letters that will be documented and subsequently distributed though post and/or online.

Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden
Where: Rogers Arena, 7:40pm
What: Rock legends whose new studio double album The Book Of Souls debuted at No.2 in Canada will make a return, flying in on their Boeing 747-400 jumbo jet “Ed Force One” piloted by Bruce Dickinson.

Friends of Chamber Music Present The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
Where: Vancouver Playhouse
What: This sextet from the CMS is an eclectic group of prestigious string players: violinists Ani Kavafian and Erin Keefe, violists Yura Lee and Matthew Lipman, and cellists David Finckel and Nicholas Canellakis. This romantic afternoon features all three works, by Brahms, Dvorak and Richard Strauss, filled with lyrical melodies and warm emotions.

Tinashe

Tinashe

Tinashe
Where: The Vogue, 8:00pm
What: American R&B singer-songwriter and producer, on tour to support her new release “Joyride”.

Mark Padmore and Pianist Paul Lewis
Where: Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, 3:00pm
What: British tenor Mark Padmore makes his Vancouver debut for the Vancouver Recital Society accompanied by audience favourite, pianist Paul Lewis, for a recital of Robert Schumann’s Leiderkreis Op. 24, Brahms’s lieder to texts by Heinrich Heine, and lieder to texts by Goethe by Franz Schubert and Hugo Wolff.

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5th Annual Mr./Miss. Cobalt Drag Competition
Where: The Cobalt, 8:00pm
What: Do you love The Cobalt? Do you have what it takes? Come prepared for a hell of a good time, constant curveballs, and a love for the Cobalt community.

Genuine

Genuine

Genuine – with a Live Score
Where: VanCity Theatre, 7:30pm
What: A 1920 German expressionist film directed by Robert Wiene, the follow-up to his landmark The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. The film stars the mysterious American actress Fern Andra in the title role as the love slave of a depraved aristocrat. With its weird sets and bizarre costumes, In this restored 38-minute extract, Genuine is a remarkable document from a lost era in film making.

Nifty for Fifty
Where: Heritage Hall (3102 Main), 11:00am
What: Thirty local designers, jewellers and makers are offering huge blowout prices. From hand bags to handmade jewellery, t-shirts, vintage clothing, accessories and housewares, all items are priced at $50 and under.

Meet An Artist, Experiment with a Scientist
Where: Science World, 4:00pm
What: Participate in hands-on activities with scientists and interact with on-site artists while they experiment with their art in collaboration with the scientists. We will post updates regarding artist-scientist match on this event page as they become available.

 


 

Ongoing

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Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour

Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour

Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation National Tour (this weekend only)
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre
What: Through stunning storytelling and captivating dance, this deeply moving ballet explores the powerful stories, both told and untold, of survivors of the Indian residential school system. The ballet explores the world of Annie, a young, urban First Nations woman adrift in a contemporary life of youthful excess. Annie feels strangely disconnected within her superficial loop.
Runs until: Saturday April 9, 2016

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair (this weekend only)
Where: Van Dusen Botanical Garden
What: Experience the special ritual of the Japanese tea ceremony, culinary demonstrations, enjoy Japanese festival food, sample premium sake, guided Tree Talks and Walks to the cherry trees, and enjoy haiku readings. Experience Japan with hands-on workshops and try your hand at calligraphy, origami and other Japanese arts and crafts demonstrations.
Runs until: Sunday April 10, 2016

ModifiedGhost

Modified Ghost Festival (this weekend only)
Where: Various Locations
What: An eclectic mix of performers that showcases metal, rock, punk, hardcore & progressive music.
Runs until: Sunday April 10, 2016

Eco Fashion Week

Eco Fashion Week

Eco Fashion Week
Where: Various locations
What: Celebrating its 10th season, Eco Fashion Week (EFW) is informing and inspiring the fashion-conscious and the sustainable-minded alike in a way that harmonizes beauty and the environment. After all, innovation in fashion and the future of chic is inextricably linked to innovation in sustainability.
Runs until: Thursday April 14, 2016

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Gruesome Playground Injuries
Where: Pacific Theatre
What: A series of unsettling injuries brings Kayleen and Doug together as they spar, spat, and haltingly try to rescue one another. A story tracing the ricocheting dynamics between a corrosive masochist and an accident-prone daredevil.
Runs until: Saturday April 16, 2016

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
Where: Various locations
What: It’s that time of year when the city turns all shades of pink – the cherry blossoms are in bloom! Celebrate with community picnics, fairs, blossomy bike rides, and group walks. The Blossom Barge will be at Granville Island featuring free performances.
Runs until: Sunday April 17, 2016

Cold Friends, Warm Cash: An Exhibition and Print Shop for Kids

Cold Friends, Warm Cash: An Exhibition and Print Shop for Kids

Cold Friends, Warm Cash: An Exhibition and Print Shop for Kids
Where: Western Front
What: Using the physical space of the institution and its supporting infrastructure, Phillips will turn the gallery into a simple screen printing studio which will serve as a place for discussion mediated through the process of making things together. All kids printing sessions are free including all supplies and materials. Advance booking is essential.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

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Group Exhibition from the Rennie Collection

Group Exhibition from the Rennie Collection
Where: 51 East Pender
What: Bringing together a variety of practices and media, this survey aims to reveal the chaos of the world by addressing enduringly pertinent issues, from migratory displacement to an in-depth examination of identity and history.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

Winter Farmers Market

Winter Farmers Market

Winter Farmers Market
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium
What: Each week you can look forward to finding locally grown vegetables and fruit, meat and seafood from local ranchers and fishermen, artisan cheese and bread, herbs and seasonal nursery items, baked goods, prepared foods and artisanal craft.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016 (Saturdays)

The Invisible Hand

The Invisible Hand

The Invisible Hand
Where: The Cultch Historic Theatre
What: Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar (Disgraced)’s provocative play follows a kidnapped American trader in Pakistan playing the market for his life. In this timely political thriller from one of North America’s hottest playwrights, taut scenarios unfold as the trader works to earn his release while unwittingly handing the tools for financial chaos and political vindication to his captors.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

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Dead Metaphor
Where: Firehall Arts Centre
What: A young ex-sniper (Dean) has recently returned to Canada from Afghanistan and is struggling to find work. With aging parents (Hank and Frannie) and a pregnant ex-wife (Jenny), Dean finds himself lending his talents in the ideological war at home as an assistant to a contemptuous politician (Helen) seeking election.
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

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Don’t Dress for Dinner

Don’t Dress for Dinner
Where:  Gateway Theatre MainStage
What: With his wife out of town, a foolproof alibi from his best friend, and the perfect location outside of Paris, Bernard has it all figured out…or does he?
Runs until: Saturday April 23, 2016

I Didn't Know I Didn't Know It

I Didn’t Know I Didn’t Know It

I Didn’t Know I Didn’t Know It
Where: Contemporary Art Gallery
What: The first solo exhibition in Canada by British artist duo John Wood and Paul Harrison. Their practice unfolds as a way of observing the human condition, an ongoing investigation into the world that surrounds us, the objects we encounter and use daily, and our fundamental engagement with the physical universe in all its sometime or seemingly futile existence.
Runs until: Sunday April 24, 2016

Capture Photography Festival photo: from Brandon Poole, Flatter Movement #2, 2015, Two-channel HD video, 1 min loop

Capture Photography Festival
photo: from Brandon Poole, Flatter Movement #2, 2015, Two-channel HD video, 1 min loop

Capture Photography Festival
Where: Various locations
What: The April 2016 edition will present photography at over 50 esteemed galleries throughout Vancouver, and include public installations, tours, films, and a Speaker Series with artist talks and panel discussions.
Runs until: Thursday April 28, 2016

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Easter Eggs
Where: Hot Art Wet city
What: Andrea Hooge draws her inspiration from childhood interpretations of vintage children’s books and playthings, as well as her cultural heritage. Aside from literal references to Easter eggs in some of her pieces, the work and the title hide a double meaning alluding to inside jokes and surprises.
Runs until: Saturday April 30, 2016

Retreat by Scott Sueme

Retreat: Works by Scott Sueme

Retreat: Works by Scott Sueme
Where: Kimoto Art Gallery
What: A departure from the graphic landscapes in my previous series ‘Arena’, this new work zooms in to focus on the essence of form, shape and the interactions of colour. The colour palette ranges from high contrast, to subtle neutral and off-white. The selection of these colours aims to capture the zeitgeist of our modern landscape – a fresh take on primary tones and in-between values.
Runs until: Saturday May 7, 2016

Bulaklak ng Paraiso (Flower of Paradise)

Bulaklak ng Paraiso (Flower of Paradise)

Bulaklak ng Paraiso (Flower of Paradise)
Where: Centre A
What: Filipino-Canadian artist Patrick Cruz will transform the main gallery space of Centre A into an elaborate immersive environment that blends personal, political and historical narratives in order to meditate on the conditions and processes of displacement, cultural hybridity and the material excesses of our globalised world.
Runs until: Saturday May 7, 2016

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The Valley
Where: Arts Club Theatre
What: A teenage boy’s arrest on a SkyTrain platform is the catalyst for this topical story about the contradictory attempts to balance care and public safety. Meet Connor, who has recently dropped out of college; his mother, Sharon, who is struggling with her son’s recent behaviour; Dan, the police officer involved in the SkyTrain incident; and Dan’s wife, Janie, whose own state is driving a wedge through their relationship.
Runs until: Saturday May 7, 2016

Arts Alive
Where: Burnaby Art Gallery
What: Highlighting over 50 works by high school students from eight schools in the Burnaby district, the works were selected by a jury that included BAG staff and volunteers as well as students. This marks the 34th year the Arts Alive program has been presented and will include a new People’s Choice Award voted on by the general public during the run of the show.
Runs until: Sunday May 8, 2016

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic

Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Works by Randy Grskovic
Where: Burrard Arts Foundation (108 East Broadway)
What: Unlike most photographers, Randy Grskovic uses the darkroom as a starting point for his work. He is affected by the chemistry, geology, and memory of the process. In combination with the science behind the darkroom, Grskovic uses content from history by purchasing glass negatives, smashing them, and printing the result.
Runs until: Saturday May 14, 2016

Your Future Home: Creating a New Vancouver

Your Future Home: Creating a New Vancouver

Your Future Home: Creating a New Vancouver
Where: Museum of Vancouver
What: In response to mounting concern about a rapidly changing region, this exhibit will immerse visitors in an experience that spotlights 20 visions for tomorrow’s city, while focusing on four topical issues: housing affordability, residential density, ease of transportation, and quality of public space.
Runs until: Sunday May 15, 2016

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Throne and Games: A Chance of Snow
Where: The Improv Centre (Granville Island)
What: Inspired by the popular HBO series, VTSL’s improvised parody builds on its 2015 smash hit (Throne and Games – Laughter is Coming). This all new production embarks on speculative, uncharted territory. Is a certain popular character from the TV series really dead … or not? VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy while working under the ‘high pressure’ created by the audience’s suggestions and involvement.
Runs until: Saturday May 28, 2016

MashUp

MashUp

MashUp
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery
What: Exploring how artists incorporate found images, objects, sounds and words into their work, starting with the movement’s emergence at the turn of the twentieth century and showing how it has become a dominant force in our world today. It will feature 371 works by 156 artists, filmmakers, architects, musicians and designers, such as Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Juan Gris, Hannah Höch, Joseph Cornell, Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Nam June Paik, Jean-Luc Goddard, Frank Gehry, Dara Birnbaum, Stan Douglas, Hito Steyerl, Isa Genzken, DJ Spooky and Tobias Wong, among many others.
Runs until: Sunday June 12, 2016

From Meadows Woodlands Far and Near
Where: Beaty Biodiversity Museum
What: Delicate watercolours and striking woodcuts inspired by plants from the landscapes of Germany and Canada. Art by Brigitte Potter-Mael.
Runs until: Sunday September 4, 2016

Across the Top:

Across the Top: The Quest for the Northwest Passage

Across The Top: The Quest for the Northwest Passage
Where: Vancouver Maritime Museum
What: This exhibit will transport you to the Arctic where you will learn about its environment and people; the many voyages of discovery; the search for John Franklin’s lost expedition (both historical and modern), and the ultimate discovery of HMS Erebus by Parks Canada.
Runs until: November 2016

In the Footprint of the Crocodile Man

In the Footprint of the Crocodile Man

In the Footprint of the Crocodile Man
Where: UBC Museum of Anthropology
What: The Sepik River of Papua New Guinea is one of the largest river systems in the world, extraordinarily beautiful, but seldom visited. It is here that the Iatmul people, who live along its banks, have created internationally renowned works of art primarily inspired by stories of the majestic crocodile as the primordial creator. This unique exhibition will showcase the most comprehensive collection of contemporary Sepik art in North America for the first time. In addition to highlighting the exquisite carvings of Papua New Guinea’s latmul people, the exhibition will delve into their economic, cultural, and spiritual connections to the river system, drawing urgent attention to the logging and mining operations that pose environmental threats to the region.
Runs until: January 31, 2017


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