For the past five years, Oliver, BC’s CheckMate Artisanal Winery has quietly produced small batches of what many consider to be some of the best Chardonnays and Merlots from the Okanagan Valley, available to consumers by allocation only. With its doors normally closed to the public, this project has been under the radar, until … Read more
Director Nigel Shawn Williams’ decision to set The Merchant of Venice in a current, modern Venice is truly thought-provoking and unsettling. We usually observe the actions of Shylock, the bullied Jewish moneylender, and Antonio, the benevolent bankrupt borrower, as characters of, and from, the past, when racism and thus, bullying were more overt. We … Read more
In partnership with our Host Nations – the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, the City of Vancouver will launch the Canada 150+ anchor event The Drum Is Calling Festival July 22 – 30 from 1pm – 10pm daily. This is a nine-day, immersive festival of Indigenous and diverse arts and culture taking place in the heart of downtown at Larwill Park, bounded by Cambie … Read more
Audain Art Museum will be presenting the provincial launch for the 8th annual BC Culture Days weekend (September 29-October 1, 2017). The launch is scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 28, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Audain Art Museum, 4350 Blackcomb Way, Whistler. “As an institution dedicated to showcasing the art of … Read more
As a celebration and promotion of the arts, culture, and music of African descendants, African Descent Society is proud to announce the 3rd annual African Descent Festival. With an often unknown rich African history, Vancouver boasts a vibrant and long-standing African descendent community. This community follows historic lines back to Hogan’s Alley, the first … Read more
Vancouver Bach Festival Comes to a Stirring Finale with Monumental Work Early Music Vancouver (EMV) is proud to present the headline event of its 2017 Vancouver Bach Festival: St. John Passion on August 11, 7:30pm at the Chan Centre for Performing Arts. Esteemed conductor Alexander Weimann leads this performance, which will feature a cast … Read more
“Inspired by Adventure” – Tofino Resort and Marina A POINT OF PRIDE: VANCOUVER BARS, RESTAURANTS KICK OFF INAUGURAL PRIDE CRAWL FUNDRAISER FOR DR. PETER AIDS FOUNDATION TODAY Like-Minded Chefs Join Forces for a Collaborative Dinner at South Granville Restaurant Dine beneath the stars in an urban oasis at Four Season Hotel … Read more
The Installation – Opening Late July 2017 Designed by Tom Kundig The Installation is an intriguing art exhibit in its own right. A modern, innovative design by Tom Kundig, internationally renowned architect. This study was conceived to allow visitors to slow down and connect with Checkmate Artisanal Winery while discovering and tasting what many … Read more
FESTIVAL TO PRESENT 7 NATIONAL PREMIERES AND HOST AWARD-WINNING INTERNATIONAL, NATIONAL AND LOCAL FILMMAKERS TICKETS ON SALE THIS THURSDAY, JULY 13 AT WWW.QUEERFILMFESTIVAL.CA The Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) released today its complete lineup for the 11-day celebration, taking place August 10-20. Curated by Artistic Directors Amber Dawn and Anoushka Ratnarajah, more than … Read more
The terrible fires that have decimated parts of BC this past week have given everyone a heavy heart. However, sometimes a little laughter can help ease the pain. Vancouver TheatreSports (VTSL) believes in giving back. This Wednesday (July 12) VTSL’s 9:15 pm TheatreSports show will be dedicated to raising funds for the Canadian Red … Read more