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Inner Elder
Single Events
The Firehall Arts Centre is pleased to present Inner Elder, a powerful solo show created and performed by award-winning Cree artist Michelle Thrush, from Thursday, May 22 to Saturday, May 31, 2025.
It takes great imagination to survive. A young Indigenous girl growing up in Alberta navigates a world of substance abuse, aliens, and the spiritual presence of her guiding grandmothers. In her darkest moments, her superhero Kookum with magic moccasins appears to help light the way forward. With humour, forgiveness, and truth, she is able to heal from the past and transform her future.
Inner Elder is a transformative journey through real-life memories. Through heartfelt storytelling, Michelle Thrush (from APTN's Blackstone, CBC's North of 60, Arctic Air) weaves real-life memories with laughter, grace, and playfulness to explore her own inner Elder. A mix of poignant recollections, beautiful humour, and intimate storytelling that will open your heart and mind while making you laugh out loud.
“Inner Elder is my lo…
Event Summary: A young Indigenous girl growing up in Alberta navigates a world of substance abuse, aliens, and the spiritual presence of her guiding grandmothers. In her darkest moments, her superhero Kookum with magic moccasins appears to help light the way forward. With humour, forgiveness, and truth, she is able to heal from the past and transform her future. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Firehall Arts Centre Presentation. Event Dates and Times: Preview: May 22 at 1:00pm
Opening Night: May 22 at 7:30pm
Performance Times: Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30pm | Saturday & Sunday, 3:00pm | PWYC Wednesdays, 1:00pm | Thursday, 1:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 60min. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: From $30. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.firehallartscentre.ca/event/inner-elder/.
Thursday, May 22, 2025 – Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Firehall Arts Centre
280 E. Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit www.firehallartscentre.ca. Lapin blanc, lapin rouge
Single Events
A performer is standing on stage. They have just opened an envelope. They have never read the play inside and have no idea what is about to unfold. The first page of the text contains a list of instructions written by an Iranian playwright named Nassim. Nassim refused to perform his military service, and as a result, his passport was revoked. Unable to leave his country, he wrote this play to travel the world. Tonight, he speaks to you through the voice and body of a daring performer. Unpredictable and unforgettable, Lapin blanc, lapin rouge is a powerful tribute to the power of words.
Event Summary: Each night, a new performance stands on stage. They have just opened an envelope. They have never read the play inside and have no idea what is about to unfold.
Inside, a list of instructions written by an Iranian playwright named Nassim.Unable to leave his country, he speaks to you through the voice and body of a daring performer. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Théâtre la Seizième. Event Dates and Times: May 23 — May 24, 7:30pm. Run Time & Intermission: 70 minutes. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Captions/Surtitles. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $22. Buy Tickets Link: https://seizieme.ca/en/lectures/lapin-blanc-lapin-rouge/.
Friday, May 23, 2025 – Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Studio 16
1555 W 7th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V6J 1S1.
For more info visit seizieme.ca. I Wish I Was A Mountain
Single Events
Event Summary: Do we really need what we wish for? Written and performed by Poetry Slam Champion Toby Thompson, I Wish I Was A Mountain reimagines Hermann Hesse’s classic tale, blending rhyme, jazz, and a touch of philosophy. This show invites kids to explore big questions with curiosity and an open heart. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Produced by The Egg, Theatre Royal Bath, presented by tThe Vancouver International Children’s Festival. Event Dates and Times: Monday, May 26
6:30 pm – 7:15 pm
Tuesday, May 27
10:30 am - 11:15 am
12:30pm-1:15pm
Friday, May 30
12:30pm-1:15pm
Saturday, May 31
2:30 pm - 3:15pm
Sunday, June 1
11:15 am - 12:15 pm. Run Time & Intermission: 45 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $13.50+. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.childrensfestival.ca/performer/i-wish-i-was-a-mountain/.
Monday, May 26, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Performance Works
1218 Cartwright St
Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit www.childrensfestival.ca. Club Origami
Single Events
What can we create with a single square of paper?
As you scrunch the paper, watch how your imagination begins to dance… Dive into the magical world of Club Origami, an immersive and interactive dance show inviting families to create, imagine and explore whole new ways of thinking, playing and moving. Dance, fashion, and live music merge with the magic of origami, whisking audiences away on a playful and inspiring adventure through a world made entirely of paper. Get ready for a delightful journey where creativity unfolds in every twist and turn! Watch the video below.
After the show, stay for 10 minutes of free play.
Event Summary: Dive into a magical world made entirely of paper! This immersive and interactive dance show invites children to create, imagine and explore whole new ways of thinking, playing and moving. Creativity unfolds in every twist and turn! Co-presented by Boca del Lupo’s the Micro Performance Series. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Seven Circles Co-presented by Boca del Lupo’s the Micro Performance Series and the Vancouver International Children’s Festival. Event Dates and Times: Tuesday, May 27
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm
Wednesday, May 28
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm
Thursday, May 29
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm
Friday, May 30
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm
Saturday, May 31
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm
Sunday, June 1
10:00am-10:40am
12:30pm-1:10pm. Run Time & Intermission: 40 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Relaxed Format. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $13.50+. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.childrensfestival.ca/performer/club-origami/.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025.
The Nest
1398 Cartwright St 3rd Floor
Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit www.childrensfestival.ca. The Libravian
Single Events
Meet Lynn, a lovable ‘libravian’ quietly minding her own business—until she’s unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight, doing the one thing she swore she’d never do again! In The Libravian, actor James Riordan leads audiences on a lively book bonanza, bringing stories to life with big-hearted physical comedy. Featuring brave and diverse tales, this enchanting show celebrates courage, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling. With whimsical costumes, clever soundscapes, and plenty of laughs, it’s a joyful, interactive adventure that inspires everyone to embrace their creativity, celebrate bravery, and rediscover the magic of books!
Event Summary: A laugh-filled adventure!
The Libravian leads audiences on a lively book bonanza, bringing stories to life with big-hearted physical comedy. Featuring brave and diverse tales, this enchanting show celebrates courage, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling. In association with Zee Zee Theatre. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Brú Theatre in association with Zee Zee Theatre, presented by The Vancouver International Children’s Festival. Event Dates and Times: Friday May 30
6:30pm-7:15pm
Saturday, May 31
11:30am-12:15pm
Sunday, June 1
2:30pm-3:15pm. Run Time & Intermission: 45 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Children & Families. Accessibility: Relaxed Format. Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $13.50+. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.childrensfestival.ca/performer/the-libravian/.
Friday, May 30, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Performance Works
1218 Cartwright St
Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit www.childrensfestival.ca. Sister Act
Single Events
When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.
Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship and acceptance, Sister Act is reason to REJOICE!
Starring: Patrick Arnott, Rachelle Beaulieu, Brendan Boyd, Brooke Conley, Joyce Gillespie, Tim Hawryluk, Grace Hight, Alexis Hope, Tori Kazemir, Howie Kwan, Rhiannon McKechnie, Amy Meeks, Javid Nouripour, Tiffany Oud, Carter Phillips, Pam Rochon, Norma…
Event Summary: Sister Act is the feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Theatre in the Country. Event Dates and Times: June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Dinner Theatre 6:30pm
Theatre Only 1:30pm
Matinee Sold Out. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hours 20 min (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: $35 - $95. Buy Tickets Link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=tic01.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Theatre in the Country
5708 Glover Road, Langley, BC.
For more info visit theatreinthecountry.com. Haus of Yolo
Single Events
You are invited into the inner sanctum of renowned fashion label HAUS OF YOLO. Become a muse of high fashion as Welt Couture and the Sexy Love Puppets create their latest collection live on stage. Sit front row as chic creations move from sewing machine to circus routine, giving a new name to fast fashion. Will the costumes be completed before the next act goes on? For once, the circus is not the riskiest thing on stage.
Event Summary: A wild and risqué show brought to you by Aotearoa’s most daring circus theatre company, The Dust Palace! Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: The Cultch and The Dust Palace. Event Dates and Times: EVENING PERFORMANCES, 7:30PM:
June 5—Opening
June 6, 7, 10 (Talkback), 11,12, 13, 14
MATINEE PERFORMANCES, 2PM:
June 7, 8 (Talkback), 14, 15. Run Time & Intermission: 75 minutes, no intermission. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: Tickets from $29. Buy Tickets Link: https://thecultch.com/event/haus-of-yolo/.
Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Sunday, June 15, 2025.
York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive.
For more info visit thecultch.com. Tremors Festival
Festivals
Join us at Progress Lab for Rumble’s 2025 Tremors Festival presenting five works from across Canada, bringing a diverse array of exploration on the idea of transitions, dreams, and the space in between.
Showcasing new works-in-development as well as excerpts from projects, no longer than 30 minutes, Rumble’s biennial festival of live performance is back June 6-8 inside AND outside Progress Lab 1422.
Think art party meets night market. There will be goodies, games and a festival launch event on May 25!
Featuring New Works by: Cameron Peal , Christine Genier , Donna-Michelle St. Bernard & Kern Albert , Howard Dai , Paige Louter.
Event Summary: A National Showcase of New and Experimental Live Performance. Type of Event: Festival. Production Company Name: Rumble Theatre. Event Dates and Times: Date: June 6 - 8, 2025
Time: Doors open at 6:30 pm, shows starts at 7:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: Each show is 30 minites long. Audience: Adults. Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible. Ticket Price: PWYD (suggested $20). Buy Tickets Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/tremors-festival--2025.
Friday, June 6, 2025 – Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Progress Lab
1422 William Street, Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit rumble.org. Back From the Dead: An Apocalyptic Rock Musical
Single Events
Set in the desolate remnants of a future North America, now called the Nowhere, Back From the Dead thrusts audiences into a world ravaged by cosmic dust, mutated creatures, and the chaos left in the wake of a cataclysmic event. Amid the ruins, a fractured group of survivors known as The No One, led by the fierce and determined Vesper, fights to endure under the tyrannical reign of self-appointed President Dr. Genius and a fanatical cult called The Immune.
Event Summary: Renegade Arts Co proudly presents the world premiere of Back From the Dead, hitting the stage at The Shop Theatre from June 11th- June 28th. With a pulse-pounding rock score and a story that explores resilience, rebellion, and the healing power of music, Back From the Dead is a thrilling rock musical. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Renegade Arts Company. Event Dates and Times: June 11, 8:00 PM
June 12, 8:00 PM
June 13, 8:00 PM
June 14, 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
June 17, 8:00 PM
June 18, 8:00 PM
June 19, 8:00 PM
June 20, 8:00 PM
June 21, 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
June 24, 8:00 PM
June 25, 8:00 PM
June 26. 8:00 PM
June 27, 8:00 PM
June 28, 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Run Time & Intermission: 2 hrs 20 min (one intermission). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Accessibility: Relaxed Format. Ticket Price: $19-$49. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6633242.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 – Saturday, June 28, 2025.
The Shop Theatre
8877 Selkirk St
Vancouver BC V6P4J6.
For more info visit www.renegadeproductions.net. Hamlet
Single Events
25 years ago, the queen of Denmark gave birth to a baby girl in a country that desperately needed a male heir. Hamlet, born a woman, is forced to disguise herself as a man in order to survive the cutthroat world she was born into. Now, in the wake of her father's sudden death and her mother's marriage to her uncle, Hamlet will need to find a way to navigate a court of murderous intrigue.
Discover a compelling story about who we are and who we pretend to be.
Event Summary: Stone's Throw Productions, in association with Pacific Theatre, brings you a fresh take on Hamlet, Shakespeare's classic tragedy. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Stone's Throw Productions in association with Pacific Theatre. Event Dates and Times: June 11th @ 7:30pm
June 12th @ 7:30pm
June 13th @ 8:00pm
June 14th @ 2:00pm
June 14th @ 8:00pm. Run Time & Intermission: 2hrs (15 min intermission). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $20. Buy Tickets Link: https://pacifictheatre.org/show/hamlet/#tickets.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 – Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Pacific Theatre
1440 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H 1M8.
World Ender
Single Events
Event Summary: World Ender is a musical exploring various publicly-derived answers to one question: “How would the world end for you?” With compiled vignettes of songs and stories, the performance explores answers such as global warming, apocalypse, and more through the lenses of young adults who give these answers. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Great Trash Productions presented in association with the PHT Creative Hub. Event Dates and Times: July 24, 2025 - 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm
July 25, 2025 - 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm
July 26, 2025 - 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm. Run Time & Intermission: 60 mins (no intermission). Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $15-$20. Buy Tickets Link: https://phtheatre.vbotickets.com/event/world_ender/159313.
Thursday, July 24, 2025 – Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Presentation House Theatre
333 Chesterfield Ave, North Vancouver, BC.
For more info visit www.phtheatre.org. The Play That Goes Wrong
Single Events
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious, fast-paced play that offers entertainment for everyone! This brilliant piece of theatre blends farce and physical comedy with a good old murder mystery. It’s like Agatha Christie meets Monty Python.
The story takes place on the opening night of the Cornley Drama Society’s production of The Murder at Haversham Manor – a 1920s large cast murder mystery play, similar to The Mousetrap. Unfortunately for the cast, but to the delight of audiences, the Cornley Drama Society is renowned for overestimating their abilities and for enduring mishaps during their productions, and we soon find out this performance is no different.
If you’re looking for a fun night out this summer for friends, family, out-of-towners, a date, or just for yourself, look no further than THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG on Granville Island. Or, as we’re calling it, Granville Island Goes Wrong. Recommended for ages 8+.
This award-winning play was written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields of Misc…
Event Summary: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG is a hilarious, fast-paced play that offers entertainment for everyone! This brilliant piece of theatre blends farce and physical comedy with a good old murder mystery. Type of Event: Theatre Production. Production Company Name: Black Box Theatre Co. Event Dates and Times: Wednesday through Sunday, August 13 – 30, 2025
Special preview August 13 at 6:30 p.m.*
Opening night August 14
Evening performances start at 7:30 p.m.
Matinee performances start at 2:00 p.m.
Matinees on Aug 16, 17, 23, 24, 27, and 30. Run Time & Intermission: Estimated running time: 120 minutes including a 20-minute intermission. Arrive early to enjoy some pre-show shenanigans! Audience: Adults. Children & Families. Seniors. Teens. Ticket Price: $29-49. Buy Tickets Link: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/granvilleislandgoeswrong2025/7715.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 – Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Waterfront Theatre
1412 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y5.
For more info visit www.granvilleislandgoeswrong.com.