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Paparazzi - Opera on the Rocks

Single Events Paparazzi - Opera on the Rocks is back and better than ever. The world-renowned Tenor Luciano Paparazzi returns with his most classic material along with some new exciting additions! New musicians join the cast, along with new songs, arrangements and characters.  This completely revamped show still holds all the charm of the original and adds some sprinkles on top. Guaranteed to be the most unique theatrical experience you’ll have this year. Come and see a performance where opera and comedy come together as they were never meant to be! Cheeky, irreverent and good clean fun.  A concert experience of comedic proportions!  For audiences of all ages.   ABOUT THE SHOW: Paparazzi takes the audience on a journey through the last century of popular music to “educate” on why opera is the greatest form of music ever devised. Because he believes all “pop music” has been influenced and shaped by it.  Is it true? Who knows? He’ll try to convince you…and really, would it hurt to hear the man out? Worst scenario is that you… Event Summary: Cheeky, irreverent and good clean fun. Paparazzi - Opera on the Rocks is back and better than ever. The world-renowned Tenor Luciano Paparazzi returns with his most classic material along with some new exciting additions! Some new musicians, new songs, arrangements and characters - all the charm of the original and adding some sprinkles on top. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: First Impressions Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Thu, Sept 3 at 7:30pm Fri, Sept 4 at 7:30pm Sat. Sept 5 at 2:00pm (shuttle option) Thu, Sept 10 at 7:30pm Fri, Sept 11 at 7:30pm Sat, Sept 12 at 2:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours including 15 minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $35 adults, $29 seniors, $19 youth. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.firstimpressionstheatre.com. Thursday, September 3, 2026 – Saturday, September 12, 2026. Deep Cove Shaw Theatre 4360 Gallant Avenue North Vancouver, BC V7G 1L2.

The Spitfire Grill: The Musical

Single Events A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to Wisconsin, based on a page from an old travel book, only to find a small town with a gritty heart aching with longing and regret. Unexpectedly discovering the healing power of community while working at the Spitfire Grill, Percy reawakens the entire town’s capacity for rebirth, forgiveness and hope. Set to a melodic folk-inspired score, The Spitfire Grill is a joyous celebration of human kindness. Based on the hit 1996 film, The Spitfire Grill is a moving theatrical experience that will stay with you long after the final song. “Soul-satisfying... The musical is freeing. It is penetrated by honesty and it glows.” – The New York Times Directed by Kate Muchmore Woo. Event Summary: A small-town grill serves up hope, healing, and second chances. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Theatre in the Country. Event Dates and Times: September 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 and 26 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://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=tic01. Wednesday, September 9, 2026 – Saturday, September 26, 2026. Theatre in the Country 5708 Glover Road, Langley V3A 4H8. For more info visit theatreinthecountry.com.

Vancouver Fringe Festival

Festivals The Vancouver Fringe Festival is an annual non-curated performing arts festival where artists are selected by lottery, helping reduce barriers for independent performers. This year’s festival returns to Granville Island and Gastown for 11 days, from September 10 to 20, 2026. The theme, Every Kind of Everything, reflects a season of over 80 shows by artists from around the world, two days of free Kids Fringe programming for children and families, and the return of the all-ages Fringe Patio with free nightly music and entertainment beginning Labour Day weekend from September 5-7. There is so much fun in store this year! For more information on accessibility and to see which shows offer it, please visit our accessibility page. Tickets for all shows are now available for purchase at https://www.vancouverfringe.com/events/. Event Summary: The Vancouver Fringe Festival is an annual non-curated performing arts festival. This year’s festival returns to Granville Island and Gastown for 11 days, from September 10 to 20, 2026, featuring more than 80 shows by artists from around the world, two days of Kids Fringe programming, and the return of the all-ages Fringe Patio from September 5-7. Type of Event: Festival. Production Company Name: Vancouver Fringe Theatre Society. Event Dates and Times: Festival: September 10-20, 2026, All day. Music Series: September 5-7, 2026, All day. Run Time & Intermission: Most performances are 60 mins or less, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: ASL Interpreter. Audio Described. Wheelchair Accessible. Relaxed Format. Ticket Price: $16 - $20, plus lots of free programming. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.vancouverfringe.com/events/. Thursday, September 10, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026. Multiple locations all around Granville Island and Gastown. For more info visit www.vancouverfringe.com.

Heist

Single Events The team: four brilliant thieves—the conman, the hacker, the cat burglar, the muscle—and the mastermind who brought them together. The target: a multimillion-dollar ruby. The plan: orchestrate the perfect crime. But when the job goes awry, will a daring second-chance scheme put them back on top? Event Summary: The heart-racing crime caper. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Arts Club Theatre. Event Dates and Times: September 17 - October 18 Monday - Closed Tuesday - 7 PM Wednesday - 1 PM & 7 PM Thursday - 7:30 PM Friday - 7:30 PM Saturday - 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM Sunday - 2 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours 20 minutes (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Accessibility: Audio Described. Relaxed Format. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $39 to $161. Buy Tickets Link: https://artsclub.com/shows/2026-2027/heist. Thursday, September 17, 2026 – Sunday, October 18, 2026. The Stanley BFL CANADA Stage 2750 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J3. For more info visit artsclub.com.

Tony n' Tina's Wedding

Single Events Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding Vancouver’s Smash-Hit Interactive Dinner Theatre Experience! Heading to Liddell Beach for 1 NIGHT ONLY SEPTEMBER 19TH Directed by: Jeff Laurin Assistant Director/Stage Manager: Chellé Tanner Produced by: Hammer Up Productions & Chestnut Springs Farm and Wedding Venue Associate Producer : Gavin Marck Featuring a dynamic cast of 24 actors! September 19th/2026 Venue: Chestnut Springs Farm and Wedding Venue 42515 Erho Rd, Lindell Beach, BC, V2R 4X7 6:30pm to 10:30pm Get ready to say "I do" to the wildest, funniest, most unforgettable wedding you’ve ever been invited to! 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, heartfelt moments, and more than a little vino. What to Expect: A fully immersive “wedding” experience from ceremony to reception 24 outrageous, loveable, and wildly unpredictable… Event Summary: Tony and Tina’s Wedding: A Night of Food, Fun, and Drama 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. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Hammer Up Productions. Event Dates and Times: September 19th 6:30pm to 10:30pm Lindell Beach BC. Run Time & Intermission: Aprox 3.5 -4 hours no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $125. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tony-and-tinas-wedding-tickets-1990438615480. Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Chestnut Springs Farm and Wedding Venue 42515 Erho Rd, Lindell Beach, BC, V2R 4X7. For more info visit www.instagram.com.

Dial 1 for UK

Single Events Get ready for the Western Canadian premiere of Dial 1 for UK, arriving fresh off its critically acclaimed national UK tour. Written and performed by rising West End star Mohit Mathur (Life of Pi) and directed by Phil Willmott, this award-winning production is a masterclass in solo performance, packed with vibrant energy, sharp wit, and unexpected depth. Follow Uday, an optimistic call-center agent in New Delhi who dreams of an idealized British life filled with fish, chips, and tea with the royals. But when he seizes a chance opportunity to fly to England, his glossy YouTube fantasy collides with the real-world path of an everyday worker in the UK care sector. What unfolds is a rich, beautifully human story of high hopes, digital illusions, and the quiet reality of navigating a new world. Propelled by Mathur’s magnetic charisma and fast-paced humor, Dial 1 for UK is a brilliant piece of storytelling. Event Summary: Every night in New Delhi, tech-helpline worker Uday Kumar answers customer calls while filling his YouTube channel with glossy visions of the British life he dreams of living. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Presentation House Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Thursday, September 24 at 7:30pm Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm Saturday, September 26 at 2:00pm Saturday, September 26 at 7:30pm Sunday, September 27 at 2:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 60 mins, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $20-50. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.phtheatre.org/dial-1-for-uk-sept-2026/. Thursday, September 24, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026. 333 Chesterfield Ave. For more info visit www.phtheatre.org.

Murder for Two

Single Events Musical Murder Mystery. Event Summary: It takes two to tango and two to pull off a wild musical murder comedy! Murder for Two is the story of a disastrous surprise birthday party for novelist Arthur Whitney. The big surprise was that one of the guests murdered the novelist because he had the habit of revealing his friends darkest, naughtiest secrets in his novels. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: The Royal Canadian Theatre Company. Event Dates and Times: Surrey Arts Centre September 25  |  7:30 PM September 26  |  2:00 PM September 26  |  7:30 PM September 27  |  2:00 PM Anvil Theatre, New Westminster October 2  |  7:30 PM October 3  |  2:00 PM RELAXED PERFORMANCE October 3  |  7:30 PM October 4  |  2:00 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 90 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: ASL Interpreter. Relaxed Format. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: 18.75-38.75. Buy Tickets Link: https://rctheatreco.com/buy-tickets/play-archive/murder-for-two/. Friday, September 25, 2026 – Sunday, October 4, 2026. Surrey Arts Centre - 13750 88 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 3L1 (September 25-27) Anvil Theatre, New Westminster - 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6 (Oct 2-4). For more info visit rctheatreco.com.

Kirkland House, a Living History Tour

Single Events Delta Stageworks Theatre is delighted to present the immersive theatrical experience—Kirkland House: A Living History Tour—on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Set within the beautifully restored Kirkland House, located along Ladner BC’s Arthur Dr. heritage corridor, the event transforms the historic farmhouse into a living stage where audiences travel back to the early years of settlement in Delta. "10/10 my family and myself that attended had the most amazing time. I would highly recommend this tour if it was offered again" Andrea B. 2025 As you move from room-to-room through the house, you’ll encounter members of the Kirkland family whose lives shaped the community from the 1870s to the 1930s.  History comes alive through six costumed actors, the real life people they portray, and the stories they tell about their lives. From the United Empire Loyalist matriarch Letitia Kirkland, to Chung, a Chinese-Canadian farmworker, Delta’s past is revealed through multiple voices and time perspectives. Blending theatre… Event Summary: Step back in time and experience Kirkland House, A Living History Tour. Delta Stageworks Theatre transforms a 1911 heritage farmhouse into a living stage where costumed actors portray the real life people who lived there. Stories of early Fraser River settlement are revealed through multiple voices and diverse perspectives in a 1-hr experience. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Delta Stageworks Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Sunday September 27, 11 AM/ 12 PM/ 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 60 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Accessibility: Relaxed Format. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $27-$32. Buy Tickets Link: https://buytickets.at/deltastageworkstheatresociety/2338098. Sunday, September 27, 2026. Kirkland House, Hawthorne Park, 4140 Arthur Dr, Delta, BC V4K 1A7. For more info visit deltastageworks.ca.

Vascular Necrosis

Single Events Blending zombie lore, queer romance, and dark comedy; Vascular Necrosis turns the post-apocalyptic genre inside out. As Penelope navigates the uneasy territory between her former life and the afterlife she has come to inhabit, the play asks what it means to choose life in a world shaped by trauma, uncertainty, and profound change. Event Summary: Blending zombie lore, queer romance, and dark comedy; Vascular Necrosis turns the post-apocalyptic genre inside out. As Penelope navigates the uneasy territory between her former life and the afterlife she has come to inhabit, the play asks what it means to choose life in a world shaped by trauma, uncertainty, and profound change. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Touchstone Theatre & Glitch Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Performance Times: Tuesday – Saturday at 7:30pm | Saturday & Sunday at 2:00pm Post Show Talkback: Tuesday, October 13 (Q&A with cast and crew). Run Time & Intermission: 120min. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $20-$35. Buy Tickets Link: www.touchstonetheatre.com. Wednesday, October 7, 2026 – Sunday, October 18, 2026. The NEST on Granville Island (1398 Cartwright Street; 3rd Floor).

Tony n Tina's Wedding

Single Events Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding Vancouver’s Smash-Hit Interactive Dinner Theatre Experience! Directed by: Jeff Laurin Assistant Director/Stage Manager: Chellé Tanner Produced by: Hammer Up Productions Associate Producer : Gavin Marck Featuring a dynamic cast of 24 actors! OCTOBER 16th & 17th / 2026 Venue: LEGION #179 ( UPPER LEVEL AUDITORIUM) 2205,Commercial drive, Vancouver BC. Don't miss out on Early Bird Prices Now! Tickets Click Here: https://linktr.ee/Tntweddingshowvancouver Get ready to say "I do" to the wildest, funniest, most unforgettable wedding you’ve ever been invited to! 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, heartfelt moments, and more than a little vino. What to Expect:A fully immersive “wedding” experience from ceremony to reception, 24 outrageous, loveable, and wildly unpredictable characters, A… Event Summary: Tony and Tina’s Wedding: A Night of Food, Fun, and Drama GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE It's a hilariously unforgettable evening this immersive dinner theater 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 Vancouver this Fall. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Hammer Up Productions. Event Dates and Times: OCTOBER 16th & 17th / 6:30pm - 10:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 3.5 hours - 4 hours No intermission. Audience: Adults. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $95-$125. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tony-n-tinas-wedding-dinner-theatre-show-tickets-1985314111952?aff=erelexpmlt. Friday, October 16, 2026 – Saturday, October 17, 2026. The Royal Canadian Legion Upper Level Auditorium 2205 Commercial Drive Vancouver BC. For more info visit www.instagram.com.

Mary Jane

Single Events Mitch and Murray Productions presents the Western Canadian premiere of Mary Jane by Amy Herzog from October 23 to November 1st, 2026 at Studio 16. A mother, a sick child, and the kind of love that doesn't get a break. Mary Jane raises her young son Alex, who lives with a serious chronic illness and is heard but never seen onstage — the monitor in the next room is doing half the talking. Semi-autobiographical, drawn from Amy Herzog's own life, the play follows Mary Jane through the unglamorous daily work of caregiving and the makeshift community of women — a building super, a hospital nurse, a Buddhist nun — who carry her through it. Winner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play.   “The most accomplished among Herzog's many fine plays.” — The New York Times. Event Summary: Mary Jane raises her young son Alex, who lives with a serious chronic illness and is heard but never seen onstage. Semi-autobiographical, drawn from Amy Herzog's own life, the play follows Mary Jane through the unglamorous daily work of caregiving and the community of women who carry her through it. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Mitch and Murray Productions. Event Dates and Times: October 23 – November 1st, 2026 at Studio 16, Opening Night:  Friday, October 23 at 8:00pm  Preview:  Thursday, October 22 at 8:00pm Performance Times:  Tuesday - Saturday at 8:00pm Matinees:  October 25, October 31, & November 1st at 1:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 90min. Audience: Adults. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: From $16. Buy Tickets Link: www.mitchandmurrayproductions.com. Friday, October 23, 2026 – Sunday, November 1, 2026. Studio 16 (1555 W. 7th Avenue).

G7 Presents: Very Very Improv

Single Events A hilarious night of comedy improv for all! Laugh until your heart’s content as talented improvisers from Langley-based Very Very Improv take your suggestions and invent hysterical scenes right before your eyes without a script. It’s soul-nourishing comedy the entire family can enjoy. Event Summary: A hilarious night of comedy improv for all! Laugh until your heart’s content as talented improvisers from Langley-based Very Very Improv take your suggestions and invent hysterical scenes right before your eyes without a script. It’s soul-nourishing comedy the entire family can enjoy. Type of Event: Other Arts Events. Production Company Name: Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts. Event Dates and Times: October 23, 2026 @ 7:30 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 90 minutes, plus one twenty minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $25-$43, $18 Children. Buy Tickets Link: https://gallery7theatre.com/shows-training/g7-presents-very-very-improv/performances. Friday, October 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. For more info visit gallery7theatre.com.

Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical

Single Events Set in the far away kingdom of Arendelle, sisters Princess Anna and Elsa live together in a castle, but are growing increasingly distant from one another. When Elsa is crowned queen, her secret magical powers begin to take control and she runs far away. As winter descends, Anna sets out in search of her sister, securing the help of ice harvester, Kristof, reindeer Sven and a snowman named Olaf. Brimming with humour, magic and an incredible musical score, this family-friendly musical celebrates family, acceptance, and the meaning of true love! Event Summary: The much-beloved, family-friendly musical explodes on to the stage in an unforgettable tale of sisterly love. Princess Anna embarks on an epic journey to find her sister, Elsa, and bring her home. This fun-filled adventure is brimming with a breath-taking musical score and celebrates family, acceptance and the meaning of true love! Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts. Event Dates and Times: November 6 & 7, 11 – 14, 18 – 21, 2026 @ 7:30 PM Matinees: Nov. 7, 14, 15, 21 & 22 @ 2:00 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 120 minutes, plus one twenty minute intermission. Audience: Adults. Ticket Price: $29-$47, $22 Children. Buy Tickets Link: https://gallery7theatre.com/shows-training/frozen/performances. Friday, November 6, 2026 – Sunday, November 22, 2026. Abbotsford Arts Centre 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. For more info visit gallery7theatre.com.

A Christmas Story: The Musical

Single Events Based on the beloved 1983 holiday film, A Christmas Story: The Musical brings Ralphie Parker’s hilarious and heartwarming childhood adventures to life on stage. All Ralphie wants for Christmas is an official Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle, but the adults in his life keep warning, “You’ll shoot your eye out!” As he schemes to make his wish come true, audiences are treated to all the iconic moments from the film: the pink bunny suit, the tongue stuck to the flagpole, the unforgettable leg lamp, and more. With a witty, toe-tapping score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman), and a script by Joseph Robinette, this festive musical is packed with laughter, nostalgia, and heart. Perfect for the whole family, A Christmas Story: The Musical is a joyful reminder of the magic, and madness, of the holiday season. Directed by Rachel Stephens. Event Summary: One boy, one wish, and a Christmas you’ll never forget. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Theatre in the Country. Event Dates and Times: November 25, 26, 27, 28 December 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12 Dinner & Show 6:30pm Show Only 7:30pm Theatre Only Matinee on December 5 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, November 25, 2026 – Saturday, December 12, 2026. Theatre in the Country 5708 Glover Road, Langley V3A 4H8. For more info visit theatreinthecountry.com.