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Join Graffiti+ for an unparalleled digital graffiti workshop in collaboration with @graffitibible , right here in Vancouver. This unique event, a fusion of culture and technology, includes an exclusive gift: a free pass for one of Graffiti Bible's online learning courses. 1️⃣ We'll start with a quick intro by Vancouver's
Please join us on Sunday April 14th, 2024 at Cork It Wine Making for Zachary Abbott’s first independent art show on the West Coast. In this show, viewers can expect “Seasons” to take them through Zachary’s interpretation of each season’s impact on Canada’s vibrant West Coast. He will be displaying
Grab a spray can and start creating art with a twist -- you'll be painting on digital graffiti walls! 0% fumes, 100% fun! Join Graffiti+ for an unparalleled digital graffiti workshop in collaboration with Graffiti Bible in Vancouver. This unique event, a fusion of culture and technology, includes an exclusive
Celebrate the special mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day at Metropolis at Metrotown! BC’s largest shopping centre is honouring the mother figures in our lives, along with Mother Nature. Themed “We Love Moms & Mother Nature,” Metropolis at Metrotown is transforming into a magical space from now until
Sasha Velour, renowned as the winner of the 9th season of RuPaul's Drag Race, brings her unique perspective to the forefront in a captivating talk titled "The Big Reveal: Why Drag Matters." Exploring the intersections of politics and pop culture, Velour will delve into the profound roots of drag, its
Vancouver Poetry House presents the 14th annual Verses Festival of Words from April 18–27, 2024, at venues across the city. Canada’s largest spoken word festival brings together generations of poets this year under the theme of “Learning and Remembering.” The program highlights education, lineage, and the passing of knowledge, fortifying
Grab a friend and join us for Cosmic Nights – The Language of the Universe, an evening of science, socializing and linguistic adventures. The award-winning The Allusionist podcast will be taking over the planetarium for this special event! Explore space through words and find out why we use language the
Dive into a mesmerizing discovery of culture, tradition, and melody with Moneka Arabic Jazz in Vancouver on Thursday, April 18 at the Hollywood Theatre. Experience the transcendence of Ahmed Moneka's rich life and artistic voyage from Baghdad to Toronto. This rich musical endeavor blends traditional Iraqi melodies with vibrant African
Experience the premiere of this new work by Jessie Award-winning playwright, Tai Amy Grauman, inspired by the stories of Métis women in her family (the Callihoos). Produced by Savage Society. We follow Iskwewo, Napew, and Mistatim through eight intertwined stories of love, loss, and the fight of the Métis people
Presented by New Works and The Dance Centre Family Room is a poignant dance theatre piece choreographed by Marissa Wong which explores immigrant life and cultural identity – and the complexities of her Chinese-Canadian upbringing and navigating her parents' divorce. The innovative set design transforms the stage into a living
Local indie-rock band debuts its latest single, with guests Hotel Empress and Pontiac. Doors at 8 pm/music starts at 9 pm. No cover charge. --- Allan MacInnis of the Georgia Straight described THE STARLING EFFECTs first EP as “psychedelic” and “shoegazey”, observing that “the guitars on the album move in
On April 20, come learn about the exquisite art of Cantonese Opera, one of the most colourful and deeply rooted traditions in Chinatown. We’ll highlight our opera artefacts on display, listen to some tunes, and guide you in crafting your very own opera headdress. Drop in anytime between