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Step into a world of ‘spectacle and unease’ with Play On Words Productions’ gritty reimagining of Stephen Schwartz’ Pippin, February 26th-March 7th at the Jericho Arts Centre Set inside a decaying nightclub suspended between life and death, Pippin is the story of one young man’s search for the secret to
Vancouver Mysteries presents a special edition of The Case of the Hotel Detective this Halloween season. The Case of the Hotel Detective is a collaborative murder mystery with escape room style challenges that will be set up in Room 1313 of the Delta Hotel Vancouver Downtown Suites from October 13
When Tony learns of his wife Margot’s affair, his jealousy takes a lethal turn. He concocts the perfect murder, devises an alibi, and waits to strike. Tension builds as Tony, Margot, her lover, and a mysterious figure from the past become ensnared in a high-stakes maze of deception, blackmail, and
A struggling actress’s life spins out of control, landing her in rehab, in this irreverent and darkly funny play. Emma was having the time of her life. Now she’s in rehab. Her first step is to admit that she has a problem. But the problem isn’t with Emma, it’s with
Spring Break family musical in Port Coquitlam - support local kids on stage! The Grunch (inspired by The Grinch Who Stole Christmas) is a hilarious, high-energy show about Ruby Grunch, a grumpy 6th grader who tries to sabotage the school musical by taking the sets, costumes, and lights the night
Grad School Improv perform a theatrical genre-based improv show every third Friday of the month at Little Mountain Gallery (LMG). Known for hits like Point Grey's Anatomy, English Baywatch, and Murder on the West Coast Express, GSI creates incredibly unique shows, riveting stories, and hilarious scenes. It's always a good
Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the city center for 20 years, symbolizing freedom, hope and resistance. Now, Alaa is left wondering…What happened to the horse? Combining
Touchstone Theatre and Neworld Theatre present a reading of Christine Quintana's play El Terremoto (directed by Daniela Atiencia). Twenty years have passed since the three Jurado sisters lost their parents, and life just seems to continue on in their East Vancouver home. A birthday party, a failed proposal, and a
The Cultch presents: On Native Land, a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love. A dive into the heart of contemporary Indigenous narratives, On Native Land is a
Just like the song says, "Here I Go Again!", there’s a strong likelihood that if you’re visiting this page, you’ve seen this unforgettable performance live before. Yet, Mamma Mia! is one of those musicals that you can see countless times and still get that big smile fill your face, like