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Two young fathers—a mortgage broker and a plant worker desperate to buy a piece of land—meet in an unassuming cubicle to discuss a loan. As Keith and Ryan grapple with the realities of adulthood, a shared quest for meaning and belonging transcends the systems that fence them in. By Samuel
Set in the bustling streets of 1950s New York City, Guys & Dolls follows the intertwining stories of evangelist Sergeant Sarah Brown (Chelsea Rose), high-rolling and small-time gamblers Sky Masterson (Jonathan Winsby), Nathan Detroit (Josh Epstein), and Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Tenaj Williams), and showgirl Miss Adelaide (Madeleine Suddaby). Filled with colourful
We are happy to announce the opening of 2 new Express Auto Wash locations in the Lower Mainland of BC, with an inaugural 2024 Grand Splash Fundraiser for the Family Services of Greater Vancouver. The fundraiser is introducing and launching our 2 latest car wash locations to the Coquitlam and
"Who fears change Invites greater misfortune, What can one do Against misfortune?" In literature, the strange often happens — a homeowner favors a random acquaintance over their own family, people turn into rhinoceroses, a living person receives a funeral wreath... Or even the devil himself with his entourage might visit
Tee up for a purpose! Join this year’s Imani Golf Tournament at the Newlands Golf Course on May 18th, 2024. You’re invited to play in groups of four (golf cart included for each team), then enjoy a burger and beer lunch afterwards. We request each player to raise a minimum
PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite” is coming to Vancouver for 5 shows and follows Ryder and the PAW Patrol pups as they face their greatest challenge yet. When Mayor Humdinger clones Robo Dog, chaos ensues all over the world. It’s up to the PAW Patrol to catch the clones, rescue
Vancouver's interdisciplinary rEvolver Festival returns this spring for its 12th annual festival celebrating unconventional live performance featuring an eclectic lineup of genre-busting shows that mash up cabaret, comedy, dance, multimedia, opera, and theatre. Artists from across Canada will gather for mainstage productions, touring shows, staging readings, workshops, community events, and
Kidsbooks presents Katherine Applegate, bestselling author of the “One and Only” series for young readers. Powerhouse author Katherine Applegate invites us back into Ivan’s world for one last adventure — his most exciting yet — in her newly released “One and Only Family,” the final book and brilliant conclusion to
Join us at InFocus Film School's Open House for an unforgettable exploration into the world of cinematic creativity and professional development! Discover the essence of our renowned film school and experience firsthand what sets us apart in Vancouver's vibrant film industry. Visit this link to RSVP > https://www.showpass.com/infocusopenhouse/ At our
The Firehall Arts Centre wraps its 2023-2024 season by welcoming back Cheri Maracle in Paddle Song. Running from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, June 2, this energetic and humorous one-woman musical reflects on the proud legacy of trailblazing Mohawk poet E. Pauline Johnson. Produced and performed by multi-award nominated performer
The Dance Centre presents Canadian tap dance artist Danny Nielsen’s In Conversation, a collaboration with renowned pianist/percussionist Kristian Alexandrov which delves into the symbiotic relationship between tap dance and jazz piano. Touching on new takes of old standards, and original music, they will co-create a performance drawing on everything from
Join internationally acclaimed cellist, composer and multilingual vocalist in the intimate and romantic setting of a sunset cruise for an exclusive program of Ian Maksin's soulful original music, as well as music from his collection of over 200 songs in 31 languages! Admission $95 (group rates available) Includes complimentary champaign