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Two misfit clowns find themselves up creek without a paddle when their traveling circus leaves them behind due to a bad case of stage fright. What Boofus and Schmoozle lack in polish they make up for in resourcefulness and they quickly find themselves flying through the mayhem of an impromptu
An award-winning comedy coming to Vancouver Fringe. Vera is contemplating becoming a nun but has never considered celibacy one of her virtues. Her situation is complicated by the onset of rapturous prayers leading to the audience becoming characters from her past and saints in her present. As Vera’s story unfolds,
Join us on Friday Sept 8th from 6:30–9:30pm for an evening in the heart of Chinatown to move your body and mind! Featuring: - Tai Chi led by Chinatown elder and activist, Mrs. Ma - Chinese classical instrument music by Zoe Leung - Chinese and English language poetry with Bo
Light Up Chinatown! presented by RBC returns for its third year. The free two-day community festival will bring the heart of Vancouver's Chinatown to life with live music, cultural performances, and inventive food collaborations. For families, there will be a dedicated kids' fun zone, and for the adults, for the
An award-winning comedy coming to Vancouver Fringe. Vera is contemplating becoming a nun but has never considered celibacy one of her virtues. Her situation is complicated by the onset of rapturous prayers leading to the audience becoming characters from her past and saints in her present. As Vera’s story unfolds,
The 2023 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Sunday, September 10th in communities across Canada and virtually. Because those with ovarian cancer deserve better outcomes. Ovarian Cancer is the deadliest women’s cancer and the time for change is now. It’s time to step up and make strides to advance progress
Feast of Fields is a wandering gourmet harvest festival that highlights the connections between farmers and chefs, field and table, and farm folks and city folks. With a wine glass and napkin in hand, you'll stroll across a field, travelling from tent to tent, listening to live music, and tasting
An ABBA Themed DRAG Lunch Is Coming To Vancouver! We're bringing you the ULTIMATE immersive brunch led by our resident Drag Queens to give you all the ABBA vibes and show you the best moves. Think lashes, lipstick and dancing queens! Brush up on your lyrics to Voulez Vous, Dancing
After a successful premiere at Toronto Fringe Festival in 2022 and being awarded "Best Dance Show" at the 2023 Orlando Fringe, FEMMILLENNIAL is ready to hit the Vancouver Fringe Stage. Kylie Thompson is behind the creation of this up-and-coming 55-minute contemporary dance theatre work. A visceral contemporary dance trio weaves
Imagine finding out your mother is in the emergency room. Except you are separated by 12,500 km of ocean and a worldwide pandemic. Based on real events, this is a story of a daughter's relationship with her mother as they navigate their final moments together. Seasoned with humour and moments
From bellydance and Bollywood to contemporary, flamenco, and Latin, the annual Scotiabank Dance Centre Open House is a chance to sample a wide range of exciting dance styles in an afternoon of open classes and workshops. Participating companies and artists include Flamenco Rosario, TomoeArts, Voirelia Dance Hub, SHIAMAK Vancouver, Performance
Join Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon (RMH BC) for the A Night to Dream Gala on Saturday, September 16 at The Westin Bayshore. Now in its 19th year and in celebration of RMH BC’s 40th anniversary, the iconic event will include fine food and wine, exclusive live and silent