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New York’s Shen Wei Dance Arts Makes Western Canadian Premiere at VIDF 2018

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Internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company set to perform strikingly original & spellbinding works that defy categorization Vancouver International Dance Festival proudly presents the Western Canadian Premiere of New York-based contemporary dance company, Shen Wei Dance Arts, on March 2 & 3, 2018 at 8pm at the Vancouver Playhouse. Widely celebrated for their mesmerizing movement, arresting … Read more

The Chan Centre presents Groundbreaking Duo Tanya Tagaq and Laakkuluk Williamson Bathory

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Combining Mask Dancing and Throat Singing, Celebrated Inuit Artists Reclaim Indigenous Women’s Stories The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) presents Inuit throat singer Tanya Tagaq and Greenlandic mask dancer Laakkuluk Williamson Bathory in an electrifying combination of sound and movement, March 16 – 18 at 7:30pm in the … Read more

Gotham Steakhouse & Bar celebrates National Absinthe Day, March 5th 2018

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There are few spirits more legendary and storied than absinthe. Gotham Steakhouse & Bar has long had one of Vancouver’s best selections of this high proof elixir. To mark National Absinthe Day on March 5th, Gotham is featuring several unique absinthe varieties to be sipped and enjoyed, alongside delicious, hand-crafted absinthe cocktails.   Absinthe is … Read more

Ready for takeoff: lunch and tea service at The Westin Bayshore’s H Tasting Lounge

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Refined afternoon dining now being served in picturesque Coal Harbour  Intimate and luxurious, The Westin Bayshore’s H Tasting Lounge is Vancouver’s new destination for an elegant tête-à-tête over weekday lunch. For the loose leaf connoisseur, Eastern or Western high tea service is offered from 11:30 am to 5 pm daily for $48 per person. Settle … Read more

Pacific Theatre presents: “An Almost Holy Picture”

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In this quiet, thought provoking performance, solo performer David Snider plays Samuel Gentle, a gardener, a former minister in his middle years, who is reflecting on God, his faith, other belief systems and the way his life has unfolded. “An Almost Holy Picture” develops as a nonlinear narrative as Gentle recounts the experiences which have … Read more

It may not be summer yet but we can still enjoy BBQ eats

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Best BBQ Eateries in Vancouver Food trends are becoming harder to predict as Vancouver’s tastes become increasingly segmented. Despite that, there are still trends that can be expected to dominate the Canadian food market for the remainder of 2018. Veganism continues to become more popular but the same can be said for something on the complete opposite … Read more

Inspired by Adventure: Introducing Tofino Resort + Marina

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Tofino’s newest resort opens in the heart of the community Appealing to adventure seekers, surfers and culinary explorers alike, Tofino Resort + Marina unveils 62 guest rooms, two waterfront dining venues, a marina and adventure centre, positioned right at the heart of Tofino’s incredible culinary and cultural community.   Signature waterfront restaurant, 1909Kitchen, offers a … Read more

The Dance Centre presents the Discover Dance! series

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Mandala Arts and Culture Thursday March 15, 2018 at 12 noon Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St (at Granville), Vancouver Tickets $14/$12 students, seniors and children from Tickets Tonight 604.684.2787 www.ticketstonight.ca Info: 604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca   The Dance Centre’s popular Discover Dance! noon hour series features the complexity and beauty of the classical Indian dance style … Read more

VANCOUVER OPERA ANNOUNCES 2018-2019 SEASON AND 3rd ANNUAL VANCOUVER OPERA FESTIVAL

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  Vancouver Opera announces their 2018—2019 Season & Festival – with a full season of fanciful delights opening with an Art Nouveau-inspired comedic operetta, Lehár’s The Merry Widow (Die Lustige Witwe), and concluding with a “Fairytales & Fables” themed 2019 Vancouver Opera Festival featuring Gounod’s devilishly exciting masterwork, Faust.   The Vancouver Opera Honorary Festival … Read more

MOA Brings Together Five Indigenous-Run Cultural Centres in Premiere Collaborative Exhibition – Culture at the Centre –

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   First Nations cultural centres & museums across BC join forces to share and explore their innovative work & diverse cultures in one space   The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) presents first-ever collaboration between six First Nations communities with the illuminating new exhibition Culture at the Centre, on display from March 18, 2018 to October 8, 2018. Coordinated by … Read more