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SANKOFA: AFRICAN ROUTES, CANADIAN ROOTS Exhibition explores the relationships between traditional and contemporary African art and Black Canadian art. To Mar 27, Museum of Anthropology at UBC. CANOE CULTURES :: HO'-KU-MELH Work of 20 Indigenous artists and carvers curated by Indigenous artist and cultural historian Roxanne Charles. To Jul 3, Vancouver Maritime Museum. $13.50 adults/$11 seniors. SHO ESQUIRO: DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY Solo exhibition by designer, artist, and activist showcases meticulously crafted couture gowns, textiles, paintings, and photographs. To Jun 5, Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art. STEVEN SHEARER Exhibition curated by Polygon Gallery director Reid Shier marks the first major Canadian survey of Shearer’s work since 2007. To Feb 13,, Polygon Gallery. By donation. CONNIE SABO : INFORMATION + IMPRESSION A sculptural installation created from newspapers that have been twisted into suspended netting and shaped into circular forms. To Feb 4, Pendulum Gallery. Free. YOU ARE HERE 2022 The West Van Arts Council, North Van Arts, and North Shore Culture Compass present artwork of North Shore scenes by 12 artists. To Feb 6, Silk Purse Arts Centre. THE GOLDEN SECTION Exhibition of work by Karin Jones features geometric arrangements made from human hair extensions. To Mar 19, 12-5 pm, Burrard Arts Foundation. Free. YUKON LANDSCAPES Photo exhibition by Caroline Jalbert. To Mar 3, Le Centre Culturel Francophone de Vancouver. Free.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 20
PUSH INTERNATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS
FESTIVAL 2022 PuSh is Vancouver’s signature, mid-winter cultural event, taking place each January in theatres and venues across the city. PuSh delivers groundbreaking, contemporary works of theatre, dance, music, and multimedia by acclaimed local, national, and international artists. 2022 PuSh features 12 works from three countries. Jan 20–Feb 6, various Lower Mainland venues. Single tickets from $20. ETERNITY MARTIS: MEET SFU LIBRARY’S 2022 NON-FICTION WRITER IN RESIDENCE Join Eternity Martis and fellow non-fiction author and journalist Kamal Al-Solaylee for an evening of readings and conversation. Jan 20, 6:30 pm, online, sfu.ca. Free.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 21
VSO/SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE Otto Tausk conducts the Vancouver Symphony in a program that features VSO principal flutist Christie Reside in Swiss composer Frank Martin’s haunting Ballade. Jan 21-22, 8 pm; Jan 23, 2 pm, Orpheum Theatre.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 22
CHILLIWACK Canadian rock band led by singerguitarist Bill Henderson. Jan 22, 7:30 pm, Massey Theatre. $55. SNOWED IN COMEDY TOUR Featuring standup comedy by Debra DiGiovanni, Dan Quinn, Pete Zedlacher, and Paul Myrehaug. Jan 22, 8 pm, Vancouver Playhouse. $42.76.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 27
DISCOVER DANCE! NE. SANS OPERA & DANCE/ IDAN COHEN The Dance Centre’s Discover Dance! series features the innovative reconnection of music and contemporary dance by Ne. Sans Opera & Dance. Jan 27, 12-1 pm, Scotiabank Dance Centre. $15 ($13 students, seniors).
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28
SOLO FLARE Solo performances by 11 of the Turning Point Ensemble’s musicians. Jan 28-29, 7:30-9:30 pm, Orpheum Annex. $16-36. VSO/CHOPIN, BERLIOZ, RAVEL & BOLOGNE Canadian pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin joins conductor Otto Tausk and the Vancouver Symphony in a program of works by Chopin, Berlioz, Ravel, and Bologne. Jan 28-29, 8 pm, Orpheum Theatre.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 29
LACHE CERCEL Vancouver-based musician blends Eastern influences with western musicology to create Roma jazz. Jan 29, 8 pm, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. $15-35.
MONDAY, JANUARY 31
JAZZ FLUTE REIMAGINED Flutist Jeremy Price performs with keyboardist Tilden Webb, bassist Dan Howard , and drummer Nicholas Bracewell. Jan 31, 7-9 pm, Water St. Cafe. $12.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIME The White Rock Players' Club presents a heartwarming adventure based on Mark Haddon's bestselling 2003 novel. Feb 2-19, White Rock Players Club. $15-28.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3
SHAUN MAJUMDER, THE LOVE TOUR Comedian and actor performs his newest standup show. Feb 3, 7:30 pm, Massey Theatre. $56.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4
THE STORY OF THE MADRIGAL Vocalists of Profeti della Quinta trace the evolution of the madrigal from the early masterworks of Cipriano de Rore to Claudio Monteverdi’s revolutionary innovations. Feb 4, 7:30 pm, Christ Church Cathedral. From $32.25. MAYDAY: LA GODDAM VOIE LACTÉE Performance by Montreal’s Mélanie Demers as part of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival. Feb 4-6, 8 pm, Scotiabank Dance Centre. $37.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5
LUNARFEST WELCOMES THE YEAR OF THE TIGER In-person festival celebrating the Year of the Tiger, filled with crafts workshops, fortune telling, and cultural stories. Feb 5-6, 11 am–6 pm, šxʷ ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6
KALLACI STRING TRIO The Vancouver Chamber Music Society presents Korean trio composed of violinist Yoojin Jang, violist Hanna Lee, and cellist Joonho Shim. Feb 6, 7:30 pm, Anvil Centre. $20-38 (plus service charges). LUCY YEGIAZARVAN & GRANT STEWART New York City jazz artists Lucy Yeghiazaryan and Grant Stewart perform with Vancouver's Chris Gestrin on piano, John Lee on bass, and Jesse Cahill on drums. Feb 6, 8-9:30 pm, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Inperson $30-35, stream $15.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7
ADVANCE THEATRE FESTIVAL Dramatic readings over five nights of five new plays written and directed by diverse, under-represented theatre artists. Feb 7-11, 8 pm, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. In-person $30-35, stream $15.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11
JAZZ @ THE 'BOLT Three-day jazz spectacular in Burnaby featuring musicians from Vancouver and across North America. Feb 11-13, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. $35-$100.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15
JUST FOR LAUGHS VANCOUVER Comedy festival features performances by Trevor Noah, John Mulaney, Andrew Schulz, Ronny Chieng, Nicole Byer, Marc Maron, Maria Bamford, Bob the Drag Queen, Natasha Leggero, Moshe Kasher, Jimmy O. Yang, Chris Redd, and Janeane Garofalo. Feb 15-27, various Vancouver venues.
KDOCSFF 2022: SEEKING TRUTH. WAGING
CHANGE. Metro Vancouver's premier social justice film festival celebrates the power of documentary film and activism, showcasing award-winning films, speakers, filmmakers, exhibitors, performances, and community partners. Participants engage in lively discussions, debates, and dialogues as they investigate today's most pressing global issues. Feb 18-27, Online. $5 film or $45 all-access pass.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27
AMIT PELED & NOREEN POLERA The Vancouver Chamber Music Society presents cello and piano duo. Feb 27, 7:30 pm, Anvil Centre. $20-38
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2
GRUFF Carousel Theatre presents a family musical about immigration, friendship, sharing, and individuality. Mar 2-20, Waterfront Theatre. $24.
FRIDAY, MARCH 4
WOMEN OF NOTE Director Alexander Weimann and the Pacific Baroque Orchestra perform musical gems by women composers. Mar 4, 7:30 pm, Christ Church Cathedral. From $32.25. STEVEN PAGE WITH THE VSO Former Barenaked Ladies frontman performs solo tunes and BNL hits with the Vancouver Symphony, accompanied by guitarist-vocalist Craig Northey of Odds. Mar 12-13, 8 pm, Orpheum Annex. Note: postponed from original dates of Feb 14-15.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
HEY VIOLA! Vancouver singer and actress Krystle Dos Santos stars in a one-woman musical based on the life of Black activist Viola Desmond. Mar 16-27, Anvil Centre. $25-35 (plus service charges).
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
MADE IN ITALY The Arts Club Theatre Company presents a play about a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. Mar 17–Apr 17, Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Note: postponed from original dates of Jan 13 to Feb 13. Tix from $35.
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