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You know it’s the holiday season again when The Cultch and Theatre Replacement light up the York Theatre with its annual pantomime. This year, the show is East Van Panto: Alice in Wonderland, and we get to watch Lewis Carroll’s famous heroine adventure through East Vancouver – as seen through a Wonderland filter.
Read moreThe recent opening of Arts Club Theatre Company’s Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol marked the return of main stage theatre to Vancouver since COVID-19. And what better way to re-ignite the stage lights of the Stanley Theatre than a masterful blend of creative staging, technical design, and live performances. The result is musical theatre magic that we’ve been deprived of for far too long.
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Presented by Vancouver theatre company Ordinary Productions, The Hunger Moon: An Evening of Short Plays – allows audiences to enjoy four very creative plays, both in-person and online. I enjoyed watching all the plays, as I found the concepts for each quite unique.
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Jacob Williams, Emerging Artist at BalletBC. Photo credit: David Cooper
When Jacob Williams was a kid, he loved singing and dancing around the house to his mom’s disco music. It was clear that he found his passion for performing and dance early in life – and this passion would eventually lead him on a journey of training and self-discovery before finding his place at BalletBC in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Alex Wong. Photo credit: Brian Jamie Photo
Not even COVID-19 can keep Alex Wong down. Throughout 2020, he’s continued to entertain his over 566K Instagram and 298K TikTok followers (as of the time of this article). But despite Alex’s time in the public spotlight and his massive social media following, there’s a lot about Alex that hasn’t been widely publicized. Here’s an inside look into his career.
Read moreHey everyone! This is my first post since COVID-19 exploded. I took the past 8 months to chill and regroup, and now I’m refreshed and back in action!
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Victor Mariano, Tom Pickett, and Advah Soudack star in The House at Pooh Corner. Photo credit: Tim Matheson
As the world continues to rapidly change, one thing that remains timeless is the loving bond between Christopher Robin and his bear, Winnie-the-Pooh. Their friendship is universally loved because it celebrates the curious, inquisitive nature of childhood and the unrestrained imagination that accompanies it. Carousel Theatre for Young People’s production of The House at Pooh Corner is a tender tribute to the beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories, and provides young audience members with the unique opportunity to experience these stories firsthand from the perspective of Christopher Robin.
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The company of Steel Magnolias. Photo credit: Rochelle Elise
Delicate but unbreakable is the theme of Steel Magnolias, a play that celebrates the joys of friendship and laughter, underlined by the strength of female courage. In its debut show, Boone Dog Productions has nicely brought to life Robert Harling’s compelling story, which many people may be familiar with from the film version. This production tells the tale in a way that is touchingly intimate, and that radiates sincerity.
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Some of the cast of BEEP. Photo credit: Sia Duff
How do you adjust to changes to your schedule and environment? How do you deal with strangers who are different from you? These are the questions raised in BEEP, a fun, visually pleasing children’s play from Australia’s Windmill Theatre.
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What can you do in 8 days? Why not make a short film? Crazy8s is an annual filmmaking competition and festival in Vancouver, where 6 short films are created in just 8 days. These 6 films will be premiered at the Crazy8s gala screening on February 22, with an epic after party to follow. Don’t miss this exciting event!
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Kate Besworth stars in Clara Brennan’s one-woman play, Spine. Photo credit: Charlie Gallant
From the first moment of walking into the theatre, Backbone Theatre Collective’s Spine is undeniably compelling. This one-woman play by Clara Brennan, originating from the Edinburgh Fringe and London’s Soho Theatre, is an intimate and intriguing look at a young woman’s journey from being kicked to the bottom of society, to finding her voice and rising up.
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Ivy Charles is a blast as the jaded Penelope Pennywise in Urinetown. Photo credit: Emily Cooper
In Urinetown, public-urinal authoritarian Penelope Pennywise proclaims “It’s a privilege to pee.” And Studio 58’s production of the Tony Award–winning show, under the direction of Courtenay Dobbie, is a privilege to watch. Performed by Langara College’s acting students, this impressive production rivals any professional version out there. The show features well-timed comedy, polished singing and movement, and an energetic spark that drives the performance.
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A tight ensemble nails the comedic clockwork of Noises Off's farce. Photo credit: David Cooper
Good things come in threes. And so does great comedy. The Arts Club Theatre Company’s production of Noises Off is a hilarious farce about putting on a play, and the train wreck that can erupt when you combine personal misunderstandings, jealousies, and romantic affairs gone wrong. And in keeping with the rule of three that says a trio of events can achieve ideal comedic effect, the action in Noises Off happens in three acts—a three-part free fall into divinely satisfying chaos.
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Julien Galipeau and Scott McGowan in Girlfriend. Photo credit: Javier R. Sotres
Amid the abundance of glittery holiday entertainment right now, Fighting Change Productions has staged an intimate coming-of-age story with its production of Girlfriend. Set to American pop-rocker Matthew Sweet’s songs, this musical tells the story of a romantic relationship between two boys during the summer following their high-school graduation. Through their relationship, the teenagers gain a sense of identity and contemplate how they fit into their worlds.
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The cast of Merry Kissmas. Photo credit: Vancouver TheatreSports
In recent years, enjoying a romantic comedy about a prince or princess falling in love with a “commoner” during Christmas has become a holiday guilty pleasure for many people. One can argue that Netflix’s A Christmas Prince is responsible for this trend. And now Vancouver TheatreSports has jumped in on the fun with its own version. Merry Kissmas: A Royal Romance is the improv troupe’s holiday-themed show and it’s packed full of cheeky humour that will keep audiences roaring with laughter.
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The cast of Peter Pan. Photo credit: Tim Matheson
The story of Peter Pan has captivated the imaginations of children for generations. And despite the many different interpretations of J.M. Barrie’s story over the years, Carousel Theatre for Young People has found a unique and refreshing way to tell this beloved tale.
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Synthia Yusuf climbs every mountain in The Sound of Music. Photo credit: Emily Cooper
The Arts Club Theatre Company has unveiled an inspirational retelling of the classic musical The Sound of Music. This production certainly does what audiences will expect—serve justice to the famous score by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. But above and beyond that, director Ashlie Corcoran has brought to life a stunning reworking of the show whose messages will resonate with contemporary audiences, and sparkles with exciting performances and production values.
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From left to right: Tanner Ford, Colin Sheen, and Nick Heffelfinger in URP’s production of Green Day’s American Idiot. Photo credit: Robert Sondergaard
URP’s production of American Idiot is a spectacular celebration of punk-rock band Green Day’s music, told through a high-energy, theatrical experience. Soaring vocals and band accompaniment, visually stimulating staging, and rock-concert lighting make this a fun experience. And while the show’s story is flat and the directorial concept is a bit illogical, there’s much to enjoy in this electrifying, nostalgic ride.
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Feeling like an outsider is a universal hardship that many people experience throughout life, but that sense of otherness is usually felt most acutely in childhood.The Incredible Adventures of Mary Jane Mosquito is a one-act musical that offers some important messages on how to deal with feeling like an outcast, told through an engaging story and fun songs.
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The 19th annual Chutzpah! Festival is in full swing and continues until November 24, celebrating culturally rich works in comedy, music, theatre and dance. Here are three exciting dance works playing at this year’s festival.
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