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On Native Land

Single Events Recommended for ages 12+. Mentions of drug use & swearing. Event Summary: On Native Land is a new musical intertwining the lives of seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, Chief, and singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love. Corey Payette’s contemporary score is grounded in Indigenous tradition while soaring melodies echo Broadway hits from Company and Dear Evan Hansen. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Raven Theatre in collaboration with Urban Ink. Event Dates and Times: Wed, Apr. 8 at 7:30 pm - preview Thurs, Apr. 9 at 7:30 pm - preview Fri, Apr. 10 at 7:30 pm - opening Sat, Apr. 11 at 7:30 pm Sun, Apr. 12 at 2:00 pm - talkback Tues, Apr. 14 at 7:30 pm - talkback Wed, Apr. 15 at 7:30 pm Thurs, Apr. 16 at 7:30 pm Fri, Apr. 17 at 7:30 pm Sat, Apr. 18 at 2:00 pm Sat, Apr. 18 at 7:30 pm Sun, Apr. 19 at 2:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: Approximately 2 hours. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $44-69. Buy Tickets Link: https://thecultch.com/event/on-native-land/. Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – Sunday, April 19, 2026. York Theatre 639 Commercial Dr. Vancouver, BC V5L 3W3. For more info visit thecultch.com.

The Verdict

Single Events Frank Galvin has seen better days. A veteran lawyer who lost his way, he's handed what looks like an easy case, a straightforward medical malpractice suit nobody expects him to win. Up against the unforgiving medical establishment, he courageously refuses an out of court settlement, believing it is negligence that has condemned a young mother. Convinced there is a cover up, he instead takes the case and the entire legal system to court… Based upon Barry Reed’s 1980 novel, which in turn was made into a highly successful film starring Paul Newman, The Verdict is billed as a ‘courtroom drama’ although it has many traits of a thriller as well. Expect twists, turns and more than a few surprises along the way. Directed by Simon Challenger  Starring David Bodor, Denise Brookson, Larissa Dawn, Kimball Finigan, Michelle Flintermann, Georges Gracieuse, Lawrence Locke, Pat McDermott, Reg Parks, Murray Schindel, Cono Spitale, Kelly Thompson, Shawn Webster, Kelly Wersta and Andy Wood. Serenity Bennett (Stage… Event Summary: There's something irresistible about the power of a courtroom drama. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Theatre in the Country. Event Dates and Times: April 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, and 25 Dinner & Show 6:30pm Show Only 7:30pm Theatre Only Matinee on April 18 at 1:30pm Talk-Back Thursdays feature a post-show conversation with our Cast & Creative Team. Run Time & Intermission: 2hrs 20min (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $34 - $87. Buy Tickets Link: https://theatreinthecountry.com/2026-the-verdict/. Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – Saturday, April 25, 2026. Theatre in the Country 5708 Glover Road, Langley V3A 4H8.

Exploration Blank

Single Events Event Summary: Join a rotating, rag-tag crew of space explorers in an entirely improvised intergalactic romp! From charting undiscovered star systems to being captured by alien civilizations, this out-of-this-world comedy show will be an entirely new adventure every night. The only two things you can expect? The unexpected, AND laughter of cosmic proportions! Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: The Improv Centre. Event Dates and Times: April 9th – June 27th | Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences. Run Time & Intermission: 90 minutes long and include a 15-minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $26.50-$38.50. Buy Tickets Link: https://purchase.theimprovcentre.ca/EventAvailability?EventId=6001&_gl=1*fts81x*_ga*MjExODk4MjQyMy4xNzIzMjM1NjIy*_ga_N7JMTY4J1L*czE3NzMzNTExMzYkbzE0OCRnMCR0MTc3MzM1MTEzNiRqNjAkbDAkaDA. Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Saturday, June 27, 2026. The Improv Centre 1502 Duranleau Street Vancouver BC V6H 3S4. For more info visit theimprovcentre.ca.

Petite Ondine

Single Events Deep in the sea, Petite Ondine, daughter of the King of the oceans, feels like a stranger among her own kind. Her only wish is to discover the world above. But in the kingdom of mermaids, swimming on the surface is forbidden until the age of fifteen. She secretly goes to the Witch of the Seas, the only one who can grant her wish. The sorceress issues a warning: in order to reach land, she will have to give up a part of herself. Will she find her place among humans? Anaïs Pellin freely revisits Andersen’s famous fairy tale, peppering it with a touch of feminist emancipation. Using object theatre and an enchanting musical score, this coming-of-age story explores self-discovery and the choice of one’s destiny through a heroine obsessed with independence who stretches the confines of a life too narrow for her. Event Summary: Deep in the sea, Petite Ondine, daughter of the King of the oceans, feels like a stranger among her own kind. Her only wish is to discover the world above. But in the kingdom of mermaids, swimming on the surface is forbidden until the age of fifteen... Will she find her place among humans? Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Théâtre la Seizième and Kleine Compagnie. Event Dates and Times: Sat. April 11 at 11am* and 4:00 pm *Added Performance. Run Time & Intermission: 50 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $ 14 - $ 20.50. Buy Tickets Link: https://seizieme.ca/en/spectacles/petite-ondine/. Saturday, April 11, 2026. Studio 16 1555 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1S2. For more info visit seizieme.ca.

Waiting for the Parade

Single Events On the home front in Calgary during World War II, five women deal with loneliness, infidelity, heartbreak, and friendship as they support the troops, the Red Cross, and each other. This play showcases the women who stayed behind, and focuses on the effect that the war has on them, their relationships, and their families. Event Summary: Join Pivot Theatre for our producton of John Murrell's classic Canadian play. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Pivot Theatre. Event Dates and Times: April 11, 2026 at 7:30 pm April 12, 2026 at 2:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $25 - $45. Buy Tickets Link: https://app.ticketowl.io/Yf8lcGBNA2YR9dhe/event/aZFWNBIK_bp0PvEt. Saturday, April 11, 2026 – Sunday, April 12, 2026. Progress Lab 1422 1422 William Street, Vancouver, BC. For more info visit www.pivottheatre.ca.

End of Greatness

Single Events Recommended ages 13+ Content advisory: haze. Event Summary: End of Greatness is a new multidisciplinary show by friends/longtime collaborators Veda Hille and Maiko Yamamoto. Through songs and stories about nature, family and cosmological ideas, the audience gets swept on a wild hunt from the forest floor to the edges of the known universe. It's the very end of everything, and the beginning of something new. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: The Cultch. Event Dates and Times: Apr. 16, 7:30 pm - opening night Apr. 17, 7:30 pm - talkback Apr. 18, 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm Apr. 19, 2:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: 90 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $35-64. Buy Tickets Link: https://thecultch.com/event/end-of-greatness/. Thursday, April 16, 2026 – Sunday, April 19, 2026. The Cultch Historic Theatre 1895 Venables St. Vancouver, BC V5L 2H6. For more info visit thecultch.com.

Fat Joke

Single Events A fusion of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and unapologetic fact-blasting, Fat Joke thrusts fatphobia into the spotlight. Cheyenne Rouleau surgically dissects this seldom-discussed subject with a razor-sharp wit that leaves the audience confronting their assumptions. Brace yourself for a social commentary that challenges conventions, sparks crucial conversations, and keeps you laughing in the process. “As a fat person, I never thought of myself as ‘sexy.’ Society never allowed me to be. So I got funny.” – Cheyenne Rouleau. Event Summary: A fusion of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and unapologetic fact-blasting, Fat Joke thrusts fatphobia into the spotlight. Brace yourself for a social commentary that challenges conventions, sparks crucial conversations, and keeps you laughing in the process. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: A Neworld Theatre Production, Presented by Presentation House Theatre. Event Dates and Times: April 16 – 18, 2026, Thursday, April 16 – 7:30 PM Friday, April 17 – 7:30 PM Saturday, April 18 – 7:30 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 75 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $20 / $30 / $40 / $50. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.phtheatre.org/box-office/. Thursday, April 16, 2026 – Saturday, April 18, 2026. Presentation House Theatre 333 Chesterfield Avenue North Vancouver, BC V7M 3G9. For more info visit www.phtheatre.org.

Wonderwall

Single Events A sharp-witted teen on the verge of losing her home teams up with her quirky middle-aged neighbour for a lawn-mowing hustle. As their unlikely partnership draws their struggling families together, Wonderwall blends humour and heart in a touching story about care, connection, and the walls we break down to let others in.  Get your tickets now, before they sell out! Event Summary: WONDERWALL is a heartfelt comedy by Canadian playwright, James Barclay. This moving piece of theatre blends laughter with tears in a uniquely uplifting way. WONDERWALL had its world premiere production run last year in North Vancouver, to rave reviews and accolades. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Black Box Theatre Co. Event Dates and Times: WONDERWALL runs from Wednesday through Sunday, April 16 - May 2, 2026 Evening performances start at 8:00 p.m. Matinee performances start at 2:00 p.m. Matinees on April 18, 19, 25, 26, May 2. Run Time & Intermission: 95 minutes with no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $29-$39. Buy Tickets Link: https://blackboxtheatre.ca. Thursday, April 16, 2026 – Saturday, May 2, 2026. The NEST Theatre Granville Island (1398 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R8).

Tony n' Tina's Wedding

Single Events Early Bird Prices on now! We are returning MARCH 20TH and 21st  & April 17th and 18th 2026 Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding isn’t just a show it’s a full-on, laugh-out-loud, eat-your-heart-out interactive theatre event where YOU are part of the family. Be a guest at the wedding of the year, filled with hilarious twists, family feuds and heartfelt moments. What to Expect: A fully immersive “wedding” experience from ceremony to reception. , 24 outrageous, loveable, and wildly unpredictable characters , A traditional Italian-Canadian buffet dinner is included in the ticket purchase , GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE , Dancing, drinks (available to be purchased at the bar), and drama. , A venue that oozes vintage charm  Venue – Commercial Drive Legion upper level Auditorium 2205 Commercial drive Vancouver BC. Vinnie Black’s legendary wedding Coliseum! Located in East Vancouver, BC Wheelchair accessible with a chair lift available up to the event. Whether you love immersive theatre, great food, or just a good old-fashioned… Event Summary: Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding isn’t just a show it’s a full-on, laugh-out-loud, eat-your-heart-out interactive theatre event where YOU are part of the family. Be a guest at the wedding of the year, filled with hilarious twists, family feuds and heartfelt moments. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Hammer Up Productions. Event Dates and Times: April 17th & 18th 2026. Run Time & Intermission: 3.5- 4 hours (no intermission its a wedding). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $95-$125. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tony-n-tinas-wedding-dinner-theatre-show-tickets-1265546526729?aff=oddtdtcreator. Friday, April 17, 2026 – Saturday, April 18, 2026. Royal Canadian Legion (Upper Level Auditorium) 2205 Commercial drive Vancouver BC. For more info visit www.instagram.com.

G7 Presents: Conclave of Standup

Single Events Join Master of Ceremonies, Cliff Prang, and a cadre of highly talented comics for a night of stand-up comedy the entire family can enjoy. Featuring emerging and established comics from around the Lower Mainland, our conclave promises to be a fun-filled night of comedy. Event Summary: Join Master of Ceremonies, Cliff Prang, and a cadre of highly talented comics for a night of stand-up comedy the entire family can enjoy. Featuring emerging and established comics from around the Lower Mainland, our conclave promises to be a fun-filled night of comedy. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts. Event Dates and Times: April 17, 2026 @ 7:30 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 120 minutes, plus one twenty-minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $16-$36. Buy Tickets Link: https://gallery7theatre.com/shows-training/g7-presents-conclave-of-standup/performances. Friday, April 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. For more info visit gallery7theatre.com.

The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

Single Events The Firehall Arts Centre is pleased to produce and present The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light from Saturday, April 18 to Sunday, May 3, 2026. Award-winning Ojibway playwright, author, journalist, and filmmaker Drew Hayden Taylor returns to his Firehall home this spring with a provocative new play that dives into the high-stakes world of counterfeit Indigenous art. In a world of fakes, who can you trust? “Red Cadmium Light” paint was created in 1982. So when a painting attributed to legendary Anishinaabe artist Norval Morrisseau is dated earlier than that – and contains the pigment – it can only mean one thing: it’s a fake. ‘Nazhi’ runs an art gallery on the Otter Lake First Nation, specializing in the work of Norval Morrisseau and other renowned Indigenous artists. Her daughter ‘Beverly’ is a respected Indigenous educator on the verge of a major career breakthrough. But when a reporter begins to dig into the world of counterfeit Indigenous art, a discovery is made that risks jeopardizing both… Event Summary: Award-winning Ojibway playwright, author, journalist, and filmmaker Drew Hayden Taylor returns to his Firehall home this spring with a provocative new play that dives into the high-stakes world of counterfeit Indigenous art. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Firehall Arts Centre. Event Dates and Times: April 18 – May 3, 2026  Opening Night: Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30pm Preview Performances: April 18 at 7:30pm | April 19 at 3:00pm | April 22 at 1:00pm Performance Times: Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30pm | Thursday at 1:00pm | Saturday & Sunday at 3:00pm | PWYC Wednesday at 1:00pm Post Show Talkback: April 23 & 30 (post 7:30pm performance). Run Time & Intermission: 2hrs + intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: From $20. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.firehallartscentre.ca/event/the-undeniable-accusations-of-red-cadmium-light/. Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026. Firehall Arts Centre (280 E. Cordova Street). For more info visit www.firehallartscentre.ca.

Broadway Open Mic

Single Events An evening of musical theatre open mic with live piano accompaniment. Performance sign-up is first come, first served! Come sing your heart out or just sit back and enjoy the talent in the room. Performance sign-up is first-come, first-served when doors open at 7pm, with limited availability. Tickets are Pay-What-You-Choose with a recommended price of $15 (this helps us cover our artistic & guest service expenses, including fees for our accompanist, host, bartender, and technician). Questions about the event? Check out our FAQs! In the Atrium. Event Summary: An evening of musical theatre open mic with live piano accompaniment. Performance sign-up is first come, first served! Come sing your heart out or just sit back and enjoy the talent in the room. Type of Event: Other Arts Events. Production Company Name: Arts Club Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Sat, Apr 18, 7:30 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Ticket Price: $15. Buy Tickets Link: https://artsclub.com/events/broadway-open-mic-night. Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Goldcorp stage at the BMO Theatre Centre 162 1st Ave W, Vancouver, CA V5Y 0H6. For more info visit artsclub.com.

Sense and Sensibility

Single Events White Rock Players' Club is a volunteer organization, non-profit dedicated to Community Theatre. Event Summary: Sense and Sensibility​ by Kate Hamill based on the novel by Jane Austen The classic Jane Austen tale of Mrs. Dashwood and her daughters Elinor, Marianne and Margaret as they face an uncertain future following the death of Mr. Dashwood. Directed by Alaina Holland Produced by Charles Buettner and Peter Godman. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: White Rock Players'. Event Dates and Times: April 23 - May 10, 2026 Thur - Sat Evenings  7:30 pm Sunday Matinee  2:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours + 15 min intermission. Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $20-29. Buy Tickets Link: https://whiterockplayers.vbotickets.com/event/Sense_and_Sensibility/170258. Thursday, April 23, 2026 – Sunday, May 10, 2026. White Rock Players' Club 1532 Johnston Road, White Rock, BC. For more info visit www.whiterockplayers.ca.

The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe

Single Events Shoes, shoes, shoes! So many shoes! Where did they all come from? Wait, where did they go? And who is this Old Woman trading her stories for shoes? What happened to the forest she used to live in? Back by popular demand, step into a magical world that blends fairy tales, music, and shoes in a playful and interactive adventure! Join the Old Woman as she travels around in her oversized boot, discovering hidden stories within each pair of shoes she encounters. Through guided play and the power of imagination, find out where things went wrong for the Old Woman and help her find a new story that brings back the forest and has a Happily Ever After. This theatrical experience invites children to become part of the story, exploring their imagination and the surprising ways that even the smallest soles can leave a big impression. For ages 4-7 and their favourite grown-ups! Event Summary: Step into a magical world that blends fairy tales, music, and shoes in a playful and interactive adventure! Join the Old Woman as she travels around in her oversized boot, discovering hidden stories within each pair of shoes she encounters. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Presentation House Theatre. Event Dates and Times: April 24 – May 3, 2026, Fridays, April 24 & May 1 – 4:00 PM Saturdays, April 25 & May 2 – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM Sundays, April 26 & May 3 – 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 60 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $15 / $25 / $35. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.phtheatre.org/box-office/. Friday, April 24, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026. Presentation House Theatre 333 Chesterfield Avenue North Vancouver, BC V7M 3G9. For more info visit www.phtheatre.org.

La Bohème

Single Events One of opera’s most enduring love stories, set in the world’s most romantic city, rendered with the most vibrant characters and melodies. Puccini’s masterpiece transports us to the heart of 1890s bohemian life in Paris, where love blossoms amidst dreams, hardships, and the unyielding pursuit of artistic freedom. La Bohème has remained one of the most beloved and frequently performed operas worldwide since its 1896 premiere, due in large part to captivating pieces like "Quando m’en vo" a.k.a. “Musetta’s Waltz” and perhaps the most famous duet in opera, "O soave fanciulla" sung on that moonlit moment when Mimì and Rodolfo fall in love. Event Summary: One of opera’s most enduring love stories, set in the world’s most romantic city, rendered with the most vibrant characters and melodies. Puccini’s masterpiece transports us to the heart of 1890s bohemian life in Paris, where love blossoms amidst dreams, hardships, and the unyielding pursuit of artistic freedom. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Vancouver Opera. Event Dates and Times: Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 7:30p.m. , Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 2:00p.m. , Thursday, Apr 30, 2026 7:30p.m. , Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:30p.m. , Sunday, May 3, 2026 2:00p.m. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours and 30 minutes. Audience: Adults. Accessibility: ASL Interpreter. Captions/Surtitles. Ticket Price: $25 to $375. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.vancouveropera.ca/whats-on/la-boheme/. Saturday, April 25, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026. Queen Elizabeth Theatre 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P1. For more info visit www.vancouveropera.ca.

Juliet & Romeo

Single Events Age recommendation: 13+ This production contains references and descriptions of violence and suicide. References to pregnancy and childbirth. There are occasional instances of swearing and sexual references. Event Summary: This duet reveals the real story of Romeo and Juliet. It turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding, they grew up and lived happily ever after. Well, they lived at least. Now in their 40s, haunted by the pressures of being the poster couple for romantic love, they've decided to put on a performance about themselves... Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: By Lost Dog (UK), presented by The Cultch. Event Dates and Times: Wed, Apr. 29 at 7:30 pm - opening Thurs, Apr. 30 at 7:30 pm - talkback Fri, May 1 at 7:30 pm Sat, May 2 at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm Sun, May 3 at 2:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: Approximately 75 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $35-84. Buy Tickets Link: https://thecultch.com/event/juliet-and-romeo/. Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026. Historic Theatre 1895 Venables St. Vancouver, BC V5L 2H6. For more info visit thecultch.com.

Singers in a Smoky Room

Single Events Step into the Flashback Club — where the hair is big, the band is rockin’ and the energy is totally tubular! Featuring a ton of iconic 80s hits, SINGERS IN A SMOKY ROOM is a live musical comedy where outrageous characters and a killer house band collide with big dreams, old rivalries and laugh-out-loud romance. Written and directed by Sheila Sharma, former owner of The Giggle Dam Dinner Theatre and Ovation Award winner for Outstanding Lead Performance for her role in Songs for Nobodies, SINGERS IN A SMOKY ROOM promises to be an instant crowd-pleaser — and impossible not to sing along to. Hilarious performances by a stellar cast of exceptional vocalists includes our long-time audience favourites Kieran Martin Murphy (Paparazzi, The 39 Steps), Konrad Lasocki (Ovation Award-nominated soloist in Songs for a New World), and of course, Sheila Sharma. The production also introduces the outstanding talents of our soon-to-be BFFs Alice Battista, Sandrine Boudrias, Austin Leitch, and Sky Wyatt. The bodacious house… Event Summary: Step into the Flashback Club — where the hair is big, the band is rockin’ and the energy is totally tubular! Featuring a ton of iconic 80s hits, SINGERS IN A SMOKY ROOM is a live musical comedy where outrageous characters and a killer house band collide with big dreams, old rivalries and laugh-out-loud romance. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: First Impressions Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Thur, Apr 30, 7:30pm - opening night with reception Fri, May 1, 7:30pm - talkback follows show Sat, May 2, 2:00pm - (optional shuttle available from Parkgate) Thur, May 7, 7:30pm Fri, May 8, 7:30pm Sat, May 9, 2:00pm and 7:30pm Thur, May 14, 7:30pm Fri. May 15, 7:30pm Sat, May 16, 2:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 90 minutes, plus 15 minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $35 adults, $29 seniors, $19 youth. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.firstimpressionstheatre.com. Thursday, April 30, 2026 – Saturday, May 16, 2026. Deep Cove Shaw Theatre 4360 Gallant Avenue North Vancouver, BC V7G 1L2.

GLITCH

Single Events Some Assembly Theatre Company is proud to produce and present the world premiere of GLITCH from Wednesday, May 6 to Saturday, May 9 at the Roundhouse Performance Centre. An intrinsically woven artistic process uniting over 170 professional artists, diverse youth, educators, and health care workers culminates in this larger-than-life theatre production that celebrates the company’s 26th season. Written and directed by Artistic Director and Siminovitch Prize nominee Valerie Methot in collaboration with youth and artists, GLITCH is a bold new work inspired by young people’s urgent concerns about societal expectations, anxiety, and phone addiction. Faced with social pressures, youth are pulled inside a giant cell phone; an absurd and terrifying world of information overload, competition, and unrealistic expectations. Met with the lure of trendy apps, a psychosocial battle for the highest number of human users escalates. Can the humans break free of the vicious cycle? Some Assembly’s collaborations between you… Event Summary: Faced with social pressures, youth are pulled inside a giant cell phone; an absurd and terrifying world of information overload, competition, and unrealistic expectations. Met with the lure of trendy apps, a psychosocial battle for the highest number of human users escalates. Can the humans break free of the vicious cycle? Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Some Assembly Theatre Company. Event Dates and Times: Performance Dates: May 6 & 7 at 11am & 1pm (for school groups) May 8 & 9 at 7:30pm (for general public). Run Time & Intermission: 90min. Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: FREE. Buy Tickets Link: https://someassembly.ca/. Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – Saturday, May 9, 2026. Roundhouse Performance Centre (181 Roundhouse Mews). For more info visit someassembly.ca.

A Few Good Men

Single Events A US Marine stationed in Guantanamo Bay is dead, the result of a disciplinary action gone terribly wrong. Two upstanding soldiers are accused of his murder. A Navy lawyer, Lt. Kaffee, with a history of negotiating plea bargains and a distracting passion for baseball, is tasked to defend the accused. As Kaffee and his litigation team dig further into the case, a lurid cover-up is revealed and Kaffee is forced to put his career on the line and stand up for the truth. Aaron Sorkin’s ground-breaking debut play was a Broadway hit when it premiered back in 1989 and was adapted into the Academy-Award nominated film starring Tom Cruise & Demi Moore. This compelling courtroom drama, sprinkled with generous doses of humour, explores honour, integrity and standing up for the truth, all while examining how our careers shape who we are. Event Summary: A US Marine dies because of a disciplinary action gone horribly wrong. A young Navy attorney is assigned to defend the two soldiers accused of the murder. This high-stakes court-room drama explores honour, integrity, and standing up for the truth, all while examining how our careers shape who we are. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts. Event Dates and Times: May 8 & 9, 13 – 16, 20 – 23, 2026 @ 7:30 PM May 9, 16, 17, 23 & 24 @ 2:00 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 120 minutes, plus one twenty-minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $16-$36. Buy Tickets Link: https://gallery7theatre.com/shows-training/a-few-good-men/performances. Friday, May 8, 2026 – Sunday, May 24, 2026. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. For more info visit gallery7theatre.com.

I AM 108

Single Events This performance is a Drag Queen Storytelling Time show featuring Juanita Bang Bang, a campy comedy queen who explores Paraguay's infamous number 108. Once used to discriminate against presumed homosexuals during Dictator Alfredo Stroessner's regime, this number has been reclaimed by the LGBTQ+ community as a symbol of pride. Through extravagant performances, dazzling outfits, and heartfelt storytelling, Juanita Bang Bang illuminates the authentic experiences and challenges of the LGBTQ+ community in Latin America, resonating deeply with many immigrants. Audience Advisory: This performance contains references to historical LGBTQ+ discrimination and violence, including homophobic and derogatory terms, to highlight efforts to reclaim symbols of past injustice. Director: Luciana Silvestre Writer & Performer: Luis Bellassai Costume Designer: Diego Cavedon Sound Designer: Javier Sotres Porres. Event Summary: This performance is a Drag Queen Storytelling Time show featuring Juanita Bang Bang, a campy comedy queen who explores Paraguay's infamous number 108. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Presented by Blackout Art Society. Event Dates and Times: Friday, May 8 from 7:30 pm to 9 pm. Run Time & Intermission: 70 minute no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Relaxed Format. Ticket Price: $30 - $40. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/i-am-108-tickets-1984934445359?aff=oddtdtcreator. Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Scotiabank Dance Centre 677 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2G6. For more info visit www.blackouttheater.com.

La Convivialité

Single Events It all begins with a dictation. For some, an ordeal. For others, a chance to shine. Fortunately, this dictation is not marked. Then comes the confusion: why does “redcurrants” require an “s” in French for the jam, but not for the jelly? Had you noticed that the verb “alourdir” meaning “to burden” is written with a single ‘l’ while “alléger” “to lighten” takes two? A technical tool disguised as a marker of prestige, institutionalized spelling unleashes passions and bolsters the powerful. But maybe this is all a huge misunderstanding. Led by a duo of linguists who joyfully make light of this weighted debate, this pop and subversive show shakes up the dogmas surrounding written norms… and with them, centuries of status quo. By deconstructing their arbitrary origins and fascinating absurdities, La Convivialité profanes the sacro-saint rules, and questions our strange persistence in attempting to comply. Presented in French only. Event Summary: It all begins with a dictation. For some, an ordeal. For others, a chance to shine. Fortunately, this dictation is not marked. Then comes the confusion: what if all this was just a huge misunderstanding?This pop and subversive show led by a duo of linguists shakes up the dogmas surrounding written norms… and with them, centuries of status quo. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Presented by Théâtre la Seizième. Event Dates and Times: From Tues. May 19 to Wed. May 20 at 7:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 60 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: 32.50 - 39.50$. Buy Tickets Link: https://seizieme.ca/en/spectacles/la-convivialite/. Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Waterfront Theatre. For more info visit seizieme.ca.

Kevin

Single Events A high school geography class. Despite the teacher’s explanations, Kevin is unable to sort out his map based on the cardinal points drawn on the whiteboard. His teachers are at a loss: why can’t this student grasp such a basic lesson? Twenty years later, this failure marks the beginning of a series of investigations into educational success and equal opportunity. Following their small French spelling revolution (La Convivialité), Arnaud Hoedt and Jérôme Piron take on school. Slyly casual and deliciously facetious, the two former teachers point fingers at the flaws of a multi-tiered education system. A light-hearted lecture, this playful show-slash-conference unpacks the workings of an invisible selection process that favours students with the right academic background from the outset… and leaves the others by the wayside. Event Summary: In this slyly casual and deliciously facetious performance-conference, two former teachers take on school. The duo points fingers at the flaws of a multi-tiered education system, that favours students with the right academic background from the outset… and leaves the others by the wayside. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Presented by Théâtre la Seizième. Event Dates and Times: From Thurs. May 21 to Sat. May 23 at 7:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 75 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Accessibility: Captions/Surtitles. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: 32.50 - 39.50$. Buy Tickets Link: https://seizieme.ca/en/spectacles/kevin/. Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Saturday, May 23, 2026. Waterfront Theatre. For more info visit seizieme.ca.

Tony n' Tina's Wedding

Single Events It's a hilariously unforgettable evening this immersive dinner theatre event returns, whether you’re a fan of laugh-out-loud comedy or good party, Tony and Tina’s Wedding promises to deliver it all and more. This beloved show is coming back to offer you a front-row seat at the most chaotic wedding reception you’ll ever attend.This isn’t just a show; it’s an experience. From the moment you step into the “ceremony,” you’re not just a spectator; you’re family.   Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding Vancouver’s Smash-Hit Interactive Dinner Theatre Experience! Get ready to say "I do" to the wildest, funniest, most unforgettable wedding you’ve ever been invited to! What to Expect: A fully immersive “wedding” experience from ceremony to reception , 23 outrageous, loveable, and wildly unpredictable characters , A traditional Italian-Canadian buffet dinner is included in the ticket purchase , Dancing, drinks( available to be purchased at the bar), and drama. , A venue that oozes vintage charm and classic Italian flair, Venue –… Event Summary: Comedy/Play about a traditional Italian-Canadian wedding and reception.Things begin normal but soon turn into a hilarious wedding disaster Tony and Tina’s Wedding: A Night of Food, Fun, and Drama. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Hammer Up Productions. Event Dates and Times: May 22nd-23rd 6:30pm -10:30pm April 17th-18th 6:30pm - 10:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 3.5- 4 hours ( no intermission ). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $95-$120. Buy Tickets Link: https://https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tony-n-tinas-wedding-dinner-theatre-show-tickets-1265546526729?aff=oddtdtcreator. Friday, May 22, 2026 – Saturday, May 23, 2026. The Royal Canadian Legion Upper Level Auditorium 2205 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC. For more info visit www.instagram.com.

Grande Ourse – Petite Ourse (Baby Space Opera)

Single Events An ode to the night sky, Grande Ourse — Petite Ourse (Baby Space Opera) draws from the very first moments of a newborn baby in the vastness of the cosmos. Like a star born in the heart of a nebula, this tiny life, barely beginning, turns the expansive world around it upside down. Underneath the celestial dome, twinkling stars dance together, beckoning the little ones to play. What stories do the constellations have to tell? With Grande Ourse — Petite Ourse, as if caught up by gravity, we dive right into the heart of a captivating investigation of the senses. Intertwined in a suspended moment of poetry, ethereal projections, iridescent lights and gentle melodies beckon dreamers to an escape. Born from a creative process involving families at several stages, this show for babies welcomes us to a collective meditation on our place in the infinite universe. Event Summary: With Grande Ourse — Petite Ourse (Baby Space Opera), as if caught up by gravity, we dive right into the heart of a captivating investigation of the senses designed for the little ones and their adults. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Théâtre la Seizième and Foolish Operations. Event Dates and Times: From Wed. May 27 to Sun. May 31, at 10am and 12pm Performances in French only on Thurs. May 28 Performances in English from May 27 to May 31, except on Thurs. May 28. Run Time & Intermission: 35 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Relaxed Format. Ticket Price: Pricing to be announced at childrensfestival.ca. Buy Tickets Link: https://childrensfestival.ca/. Wednesday, May 27, 2026 – Sunday, May 31, 2026. Carousel Theatre for Young People — Studio A. For more info visit seizieme.ca.

The Producers

Single Events Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humour. It is a truly "boffo" hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wows crowds night after night. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all "little old ladies") out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way fecklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive "Springtime for Hitler"), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. At the core of the insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men… Event Summary: A scheming producer and his mousy accountant aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway in Mel Brooks' laugh-out-loud spectacle. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Theatre in the Country. Event Dates and Times: June 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 and 20 Dinner & Show 6:30pm Show Only 7:30pm Theatre Only Matinee on June 13 at 1:30pm Talk-Back Thursdays feature a post-show conversation with our Cast & Creative Team. Run Time & Intermission: 2hrs 40min (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $36 - $91. Buy Tickets Link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=tic01. Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – Saturday, June 20, 2026. Theatre in the Country 5708 Glover Road, Langley V3A 4H8. For more info visit theatreinthecountry.com.