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Whether we’re single, long-term partnered-up, or something in between, our thoughts often turn to love and romance at this time of year, thanks to a certain inescapable occasion (no, not our RRSP tax return deadline).
With that in mind, here are some Feb. 14-related events that will put the laughs back in this anxiety-inducing occasion.
YACHT plays The Biltmore Cabaret Dec. 15.
As the year winds down, concert pickings get slim. Sure, there are plenty of holiday-themed shows—and we’ll do a separate post on those—but what’s a fan of non-seasonal music to do? Fortunately, we’ve uncovered a few non-Xmas related musical entertainments. Enjoy.
A group of local musicians will perform live along to the classic mockumentary This is Spinal Tap Sunday night at the Rio.
The 38th Vancouver International Film Festival kicks off tonight. Besides hundreds of movies, the annual festival (Sept. 26-Oct. 11) is presenting a number of live events. These include live band accompaniments to the greatest of all mockumentaries, This is Spinal Tap, and a Dario Argento horror film, a live podcast with Public Enemy’s Chuck D, and more.
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Spinal Tap, Goblin, Chuck D. and more at Vancouver International Film Festival Live
The cast of Game of Thrones Live.
Going through Games of Thrones withdrawal? Disappointed over the last season, but still hankering for some dragon-y Westeros action?
On June 14 and 15, the Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway) brings back Oakland, California’s variety vaudeville troupe Tourettes Without Regrets with a revamped version of its notorious and popular Game of Thrones burlesque. Game of Thrones Live: Fire & Ice, Ice Baby! features dozens of characters played by underground vaudeville and burlesque performers from the award-winning Tourettes Without Regrets as well as local Vancouver stars. According to Rio Theatre owner Corinne Lea, “This year is going to be off the hook!” A huge Night King battle, choreographed by a pro film fight choreographer, is planned, she says. “Plus Burns the Dragon has gone all out and created an incredible costume! This show is really a labour of love for the entire cast so they are going all out for the grand finale!”
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Sword-fighting, burlesque and local celebs in Game of Thrones Live
Nasty Women Comedy. Nolan Sage photo
Celebrated on March 8 every year, International Women’s Day (IWD) is a focal point in the movement for women’s rights.
Celebrated monthly, Paul Anthony’s Talent Time presents a variety show consisting of musical, comedic, and other kinds of talent, mostly from the Lower Mainland.
On March 7, these two forces come together in a nonstop rollercoaster of empowered entertainment: Paul Anthony’s Talent Time: Celebrate Women’s Day! Let’s see what Mr. Anthonly has in store at the Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway) event.
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Celebrate Women’s Day tomorrow at Vancouver’s premiere talent show!
A scene from Piercing.
Locally-lensed productions, the latest from one of filmdom’s most controversial directors, and a Japanese zombie movie that will blow your mind are some of the highlights of this year’s Rio Grind Film Festival.
An annual celebration of genre, exploitation, and indie films, the festival is presented by local moviehouse the Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway, at Broadway & Commercial). The four-day event kicks off this evening (Nov. 22) and runs until this Sunday, Nov. 25. Check out some of the highlights.
Comedian Alicia Tobin and musician Jessica Delisle host the Vancouver podcast Retail Nightmares.
Are you a podcast listener? If so, you probably know that one of the most popular podcast genres is true crime.
With that in mind, organizers behind the inaugural Vancouver Podcast Festival have chosen “True Crime and Justice” for the festival’s theme. Festival guests include award-winning investigative journalists who have worked on podcasts such as the Peabody-winning In The Dark, Someone Knows Something, Kelly&Kelly, and You Must Remember This.
The festival will be held at various venues across Vancouver from Nov. 8-10. See below for highlights.
