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Fall kicks off city’s arts season Sure, fall might have browning leaves, a preponderance of scarf fashions, colder temperatures, less sunlight and more rain than its fun-loving sibling summer, but for the arts community it’s a time of rebirth and new beginnings. Fall is when dozens of theatre and dance companies, symphonies and performing arts groups launch their new seasons. It’s a time of festivals and festivities, including the Fringe Festival, the Vancouver International Film Festival, the Vancouver Writers Festival and literary street fest Word Vancouver, to name a few. This fall is also a season of milestones. Langara’s theatre program Studio 58, which has launched the careers of many an actor, writer, costume designer, stagehand and theatre critic, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival marks 25 years of stomping across local stages, and Ballet BC turns 30, although it doesn’t look a day over 29. So before you bundle up and hunker down for the dark, damp days of autumn, be sure to get out there and enjoy the bounty of arts events, plays, concerts, exhibitions, films, readings, live performances and happenings Vancouver has to offer.
Five decades of drama NIKI HOPE nikihope@shaw.ca
Langara College’s Studio 58 has put on many memorable performances since launching 50 years ago, but a show with unexpected nudity still gets a laugh when artistic director Kathryn Shaw remembers it more than a decade later.
The surprise disrobing happened during the musical Hair, a show that sparked controversy when it originally premiered in the 1960s because actors took off their clothes. In Studio 58’s production, only a single male actor bared all on stage — but the audience was a different story. “There were old hippies who would come, and one night there was a guy out in the audience who completely stripped off,” Shaw laughs, recalling the scene of an adult male relaxing naked, à la Burt Reynolds, on a couch as he
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took in the show. “The cast was so shocked.” She can’t remember what happened to the hippie nudist that night, guessing he was likely asked to put his clothes back on during intermission. But a handful of free-spirited ladies, also at the Hair show, burned their bras, so to speak, taking in the entire musical with their tops off. “I think it’s a weird thing to do to watch a play [topless], but I guess they wanted to relive their youth, who knows,” chuckles Shaw, who has taught at the school since the summer of 1974.
But nights of unexpected nudity aren’t the only memorable ones. Another stand-out is the A Midsummer Night’s Dream production for Studio 58’s 30th anniversary. Set in the 1960s, it featured performances by graduate Kevin McNulty (a prolific actor with a lengthy list of credits) and Studio 58 founder Antony Holland. “Antony was about 83, I think, when he did it. He was the age of King Lear,” Shaw says. “Seeing Antony, who was actually the right age for the part, was incredibly touching. It was a beautiful performance.” It was Holland who in 1965 put together a humble theatre program in portables at Vancouver City College,
which took on the Studio 58 name (after the theatre’s room number) when it moved to the Langara campus in 1970. The new program meant aspiring theatre actors could find professional-level training in Vancouver. From the school, a community of alumni grew — theatre companies were born, homegrown talent found roles in major Hollywood productions that were drawn to Vancouver, and Studio 58 developed a reputation for churning out quality actors and production staff. Today, hundreds of Studio 58 alumni are professionals in performing arts, working in organizations such as Bard on the Beach, the Arts Club, the Stratford and Shaw Festivals, Soulpepper Theatre, the Belfry, the Citadel and Britain’s National Theatre.
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Others appear in film, TV, write plays, screenplays and TV shows, program lights and sound, design sets, and stage manage at theatres across the country.
Sadly, Holland, a member of the Order of Canada, passed away this past July at the age of 95. (“The oldest working actor,” Shaw notes, proudly.)
“We’re sorry he didn’t make it to the 50th, but he was an inspiration to all of us for many, many years,” says Shaw, who took over as artistic director in 1985.
Shaw acknowledges the three-
year acting and production programs are demanding with 12-hour days being the norm, but it’s all meant to prepare students for a tough business. Even after more than 40 years with Studio 58, Shaw still finds it gratifying to watch students develop into “amazing, creative” adults. The secret to being a great actor, according to the master teacher, is to know yourself — you can’t be somebody else unless you do, she says. For 50 years Studio 58 has been a “starting point,” as Shaw describes it, for
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hundreds of students on the way to knowing who they are and who they can be. Celebrate Studio 58’s golden anniversary with a special season of performances and a celebration event on Sept. 12, from 4 to 11 p.m. at the college. The event is free, though registration is recommended at tinyurl.com/Studio58. Studio 58 artistic director Kathryn Shaw has worked at Langara Collegeʼs prestigious theatre training program for more than 40 years. The professional acting and production school celebrates its 50th anniversary this month. PHOTO: DAN TOULGOET
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A Dylan Thomas Christmas
The Glorious English Tradition 8pm Friday, September 25 Ryerson United Church
From Byrd to Bard
A Child’s Christmas in Wales 8pm Friday, December 18 Shaughnessy Heights United Church
Monteverdi Vespers of 1610
A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Early Baroque Masterpiece 7:30pm Friday, October 23 Chan Centre for the Performing Arts
New Wave
The Latest in the Choral World 8pm Friday, November 13 Ryerson United Church
Christmas in the Orpheum
Renaissance, Baroque & Carols 8pm Friday, December 4 Orpheum Theatre
Finding the True Meaning 8pm Saturday, December 19 Shaughnessy Heights United Church
2016
The Maestro’s Art
The National Conductors’ Symposium Concert 8pm Saturday, January 23 Ryerson United Church
The Source of Song
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Our Heritage of Song 8pm Friday, March 4 Shaughnessy Heights United Church
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On the town Where to go before and after the show SANDRA THOMAS sthomas@vancourier.com
It’s this city’s ability to attract the best of the best of all genres that has lovers of the arts pouring into downtown, Granville Island and South Granville on any given night.. And of course anyone driving in from the ‘burbs, or walking from Yaletown will want to make a night of it with pre-concert coolers before Taylor Swift, a robust red before the symphony, brews before blues, or martinis on the way to the theatre. And while there are many fabulous restaurants, lounges and bars to grab a drink and bite before and after the show in the city, the Courier has the following suggestions:
SOUTH GRANVILLE This warm, rustic room offers a SIENA bounty of Italian and Mediterranean flavours, perfect before a show at the nearby Stanley Theatre. The entire wine list is half-price Monday nights. Free parking. 1485 West 12th Ave., eatsiena.com. A highlight of West’s dining WEST room is a temperature-controlled wall of wine and the long cherrywood bar where martinis and cocktails are created. 2881 Granville St., westrestaurant.com. Following the theatre, CHEESECAKE ETC. wander down to Cheesecake etc. for classic jazz standards and delicious cheesecake until 1 a.m. 2141 Granville St., cheesecakeetc.com.
GRANVILLE ISLAND EDIBLE CANADA BISTRO Located directly across from the Public Market at Granville Island, Edible Canada is an homage to all things fresh and local, including the cocktail menu. ediblecanada.com/bistro. This 300-seat room specializes SANDBAR in fresh seafood and spectacular views. 1535 Johnston St., vancouverdine.com/sandbar. BACKSTAGE LOUNGE This Granville Island mainstay is a casual place to kick back and enjoy some great food, drinks and live music before and after performances at the Arts Club Theatre, Fringe Festival, Touchstone Theatre or Improv Centre. 1585 Johnston St., thebackstagelounge.com.
DOWNTOWN CAFÉ PACIFICA RESTAURANTOn Saturday nights, PAN PACIFIC HOTEL enjoy the wonderful combination of exquisite Italian cuisine and live opera at Café Pacifica Restaurant with a full buffet. The Opera Buffet is a Pan Pacific tradition worth checking out. 999 Canada Place, panpacificvancouver.com. PROVENCE MARINASIDE AND For a gorgeous view THE WINE BAR of the seawall, and regular celebrity sightings, the newly renovated Provence Marinaside and its adjacent lounge, the Wine Bar, is the place to be. Check out Tappy Hour daily. 1167 Marinaside, provencevancouver.com. Located in the HAWKSWORTH Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Hawksworth Restaurant is the ideal location for a pre-theatre glass of wine and bite from the bar menu. The KFC, Korean -ried cauliflower, is to die for. 801 West Georgia St., hawksworthrestaurant.com. YEW SEAFOOD & BARFOUR SEASONS VANCOUVER Let the bartenders at Yew mix you a classic cocktail, an adventurous, fresh invention or simply pour your favourite wine. 791 West Georgia St., fourseasons.com/vancouver. OPUS BAR-OPUS HOTEL Classic and reinvented cocktails are always on offer, along with a diverse wine list. Live music every Wednesday and DJ’s Thursday through Sunday ensure you won’t be sipping in silence. Late night snacks until 11 p.m. 322 Davie St., vancouver.opushotel.com. Besides THIERRY CHOCOLATES decadent pastries and chocolates, this cafe offers indoor seating with a direct view into Chef Thierry’s busy pastry kitchen, as well as a popular year-round heated patio. 1059 Alberni St., thierrychocolates.com.
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Shay Kuebler Radical System Art PHOTO DAVID COOPER
DANCE PROJECT SOUL AND SOUTH ASIAN ARTS
Two of VancouverÕs hottest dance companies join forces to present an exuberant program of hip hop and bhangra, contrasting styles which share deep connections to music and rhythm, as part of the noon hour series, Discover Dance! Sept. 17 at Scotiabank Dance Centre. Tickets at TicketsTonight and TicketForce.com.
UNWRAPPING CULTURE
This collaboration combines the technique, theatricality and storytelling elements of Khon with the paraphernalia of todayÕs rampant materialism to create a devastating critique of the corruption of authentic Thai culture by forces of commercialization. Oct. 15-17, 8 p.m. at Scotiabank Dance Centre. Tickets at TicketsTonight and TicketForce.com.
Karen Flamenco presents CARMEN
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A mainstay of VancouverÕs arts scene since 2002, this series showcasing cutting edge dance on a minuscule stage is devoted to producing new work that is both artful and accessible. Oct. 20-23 at the Anza Club. Tickets at EventBrite.ca.
DANNY NIELSEN AND FRIENDS
One of CanadaÕs brightest young tap talents with a rising star on the international scene teams up with dancers and jazz musicians to present a dynamic and entertaining program highlighting the infectious rhythms, expressiveness and ebullience of tap dance, as part of the noon hour series, Discover Dance! Oct. 22 at Scotiabank Dance Centre. Tickets at TicketsTonight. TicketForce.com.
CARMEN
Karen Flamenco presents the tale of passion and love told through vignettes of Carmen Suites, in an irresistible union of flamenco dance and orchestral melodies featuring a live
chamber orchestra. Oct. 23-24, 7 p.m. at Vancouver Playhouse. Tickets at KarenFlamenco.com.
THE DOG DAYS ARE OVER Choreographer Jan Martens, stays true to form in what is perhaps his most audacious work to date. Eight dancers surrender to one act: the jump. Oct. 29-31, 8 p.m. at Scotiabank Dance Centre. Tickets at TicketsTonight and TicketForce.com.
PROGRAM 1
Ballet BCÕs 30th anniversary season commences with three distinct perspectives on the future of dance with three works that will thrill
and move you: New Work from choreographer Stijn Celis in collaboration with Chor Leoni, Solo Echo from choreographer Crystal Pite with music by Johannes Brahms and Twenty Eight Thousand Waves from choreographer Cayetano Soto with music by David Lang and Bryce Dessner. Nov. 5-7, 8 p.m. at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at BalletBC.com/tickets.
SUNYA
Four dancers, three musicians, a sound designer and a video artist break boundaries to create a truly unique artistic experience, where world music meets
dance in a journey thatÕs both celebratory and spiritual. Nov. 10-14 at the Cultch. Tickets at Tickets. TheCultch.com.
BARBARIANS
Hofesh Shechter returns to wow Vancouver audiences with a trilogy of captivating new works, commencing with Barbarians, where the complex beauty of baroque music inspires a sparse world in which dancers move with mathematical precision to a percussive score. Nov. 13-15, 8 p.m. at Vancouver Playhouse. Tickets at DanceHouse.ca/tickets.
An investigation into the architectural history of Canada’s newest territory. Opening October 8.
musica intima presents
BACH AND THE BOYS
Featuring works by 4 generations of the Bach family culminating with JSB’s famous motet Singet dem Herrn!
Friday October 2, 7:30 pm
St. James Community Hall 3214 West 10th Ave, Vancouver
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Tickets: $25 Adult - $12 Student Tickets online at musicaintima.org or 604.731.6618
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extravaganza, this time in 1920s Brewery Creek, where the suspects are at large in Mount Pleasant. 12:30 p.m. at Broadway City Hall meeting point on Sept. 27. Tickets at ForbiddenVancouver.ca.
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ARE WE COOL NOW?
Inspired by and featuring the songs of Dan Mangan, this innovative rock music/theatre fusion piece written by Amiel Gladstone is the story of a couple who, on a road trip and away from it all, are forced to reflect on their place in the world and with each other; a unique musical exploration of relationships, full of humour and insight. Sept. 29-Oct. 10 at the Cultch. Tickets at Tickets.TheCultch.com.
THE WAITING ROOM
THEATRE FRINGE FESTIVAL
The annual celebration of Òtheatre for everyoneÓ is back for its 31st year with more than 700 performances by 89 artists over 11 days. Sept. 10-20 at various venues. Check out VancouverFringe.com for the tickets and schedule of events.
DISGRACED
The Canadian premiere of this Pulitzer Prize-winning play opens conversations around faith and politics, when a Pakistani-American born
Muslim lawyer hosts a dinner for his African-American co-worker and her Jewish art curator husband. Sept. 17Oct. 18 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Tickets at ArtsClub.com.
THE BEST LAID PLANS
Based on Terry FallisÕs awardwinning novel, the show follows a speechwriter who manages to convince a crusty old Scot to let his name stand in an election heÕs sure to lose. However, even the best laid plans go hilariously awry, as FallisÕs unforgettable characters sing us right off the
stage and into CanadaÕs real federal election. Sept. 19-Oct. 3 at York Theatre. Tickets at Tickets.TheCultch.com.
LOVE BOMB
A concert of emotion rips through JustineÕs first performance in years, and all because of one uninvited guest her music takes on a life of its own. Sept. 26-Oct. 10 at Firehall Arts Centre, Tickets at Firehallartscentre.ca.
WHO KILLED KRAFT BIER?
Forbidden Vancouver is back with another murder mystery
A moving story about family, healing and hope, this highly anticipated collaboration between John Mann (Spirit of the West) and acclaimed Canadian playwright Morris Panych is drawn from MannÕs own experience. Oct. 1-31 at Granville Island Stage. Tickets at ArtsClub.com.
EMPIRE OF THE SON
Tetsuro Shigematsu, (Huff Post columnist, star of Spike TV and former host of CBCÕs The Roundup) shares his personal story of his relationship with his father; separated by generations but connected by blood, Testuro and his father speak different languages and possess different values. What ultimately keeps them apart, however, are their similarities. Oct. 6-17 at the Cultch. Tickets at Tickets.TheCultch.com.
ALIEN CONTAGION: RISE OF THE ZOMBIE SYNDROME
Part-theatre production, part-scavenger hunt, allcollaboration, this exhilarating
James and the Giant Peach
zombie and alien tour lets the audience play a role, and leaves the missionÕs success or failure in your hands. Oct. 6-Nov. 1 at a secret rendezvous revealed the day before the mission. Tickets at TheVirtualStage.org/tickets.
A SIMPLE SPACE
Seven skilled acrobats present this truly unique experience, turning the circus genre on its head as they thumb their noses at the rules of gravity. This dizzying collection of works is simultaneously raw, frantic and delicate as physical limits are pushed to the brink and guards are broken down, exposing the reality of failure and weakness. Oct. 13-24 at York Theatre. Tickets at Tickets.TheCultch.com.
THE DAMAGE IS DONE A TRUE STORY
Renowned author, thinker and speaker Dr. Gabor Mate performs onstage for the first time with actor-writerdirector-therapist Rita Bozi in this production combining theatre, dialogue, essay, video, music and dance. Exploring cultural history and family dynamics that resulted in their experiences of depression, addiction and thoughts of suicide, the performance reveals how the impact continues to haunt them today and their approach to healing. Oct. 20-24 at the Cultch. Tickets at Tickets. TheCultch.com.
THE DINING ROOM
GurneyÕs Pulitzer-nominated The Dining Room is an eloquent look at the lives of 50 characters, whose most important life decisions centre around the dining room table. Western Gold Theatre, Oct 22-Nov 8 at PAL Studio Theatre. Tickets at dining. BrownPaperTickets.com.
SOLITUDES SOLO
A series of impossible and sublime solos choreographed by iconoclast Daniel Le«veille«. Five dancers explore solitude as virgin territory that reveals the depths of being. Oct. 28-31 at Firehall Arts Centre, Tickets at Firehallartscentre.ca.
COCK
Rumble theatre presents Mike BartlettÕs Olivier Awardwinning play about John, a man who accidentally falls in love with a woman during a break with his boyfriend. Torn between two lovers willing to fight for him, John faces more decisions than he expected as sexuality and identity intersect within the complexities of love in a modern world. Oct. 29-Nov. 8 at Performance Works. Tickets at Rumble.org.
THE INCOMPLEAT FOLKSINGER
Mark Hellman is Pete Seeger in the Other Guys Theatre Company adaptation of SeegerÕs, The Incompleat Folksinger. Through his own words and music, and Mark HellmanÕs inspiring performance, share SeegerÕs stories, his battles, and his favourite songs. Nov. 4-14 at Firehall Arts Centre. Tickets at Firehallartscentre.ca.
A CHRISTMAS STORY
Based on the iconic film, this festive musical tells a tale familiar to anyone who has ever been a kid: the dogged pursuit of acquiring a desired toy. ItÕs the 1940s and for nine-yearold Ralphie nothing under the tree will satisfy like an official Red Ryder carbine-action BB gun. Nov. 5-Dec. 27 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Tickets at ArtsClub.com.
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Where the Wild Things Are
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On My Walk
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LIVELY OBJECTS
The works in this exhibition take a variety of forms gloves, tables, figurines, machines, projected images Ð and lay hidden throughout the history galleries, bringing together artworks that vibrate with mechanical, digital and magical forces. While some deliberately pull focus and make a ruckus, others hide in plain sight speaking only to those who stop and listen; each will start a surprising conversation and force you to reconsider the museum experience. At the Museum of Vancouver, until Oct. 12.
and featuring a mix of Indian and Western instruments for a rich and authentic feast of Indian sounds. 7:30 p.m. at Orpheum Theatre on Sept. 23. Tickets at VancouverSymphony.ca.
BLACKBIRD FLY
Weaving together deeply engaging narrative, movement and music, Emmy-nominated violinist, pianist and composer Daniel Bernard Roumain. Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m. at the Chan Centre. Tickets from $20 at chancentre.com
HOT ONE INCH ACTION
Back for its 12th year is this one-night-only show of button art and social interaction where 50 different artists find their work reproduced on oneinch buttons. These limited edition pieces are displayed on the gallery wall and the audience is offered the opportunity to buy randomly selected buttons in mixed bags of five for $5. 7 p.m. on Sept. 26 at Hot Art Wet City.
BEETHOVEN VIOLIN CONCERTO
The VSO opens its 97th season with one of the worldÕs preeminent vocalists, Miriam Fried, performing some of the greatest works written for violin, BeethovenÕs extraordinary Violin Concerto. A special collaboration with the Vancouver Biennale, the VSO performs the world premiere of a new work by Juno Award-winning Canadian composer Vivian Fung, all under the direction of conductor Bramwell Tovey. 8 p.m. on Sept. 26 and 28 at Orpheum Theatre. Tickets at VancouverSymphony.ca. Joan Blackman Vetta Chamber
Exploring the realms of the ÒscarceÓ with a particular reference to endangered animal species, the work of Shwa Keirstead and Mia Dungeon looks at the notion of the ÒcityÓ and the role that urban sprawl plays in impacting wild life. Opening reception at 7 p.m. on Oct. 29. Runs until Nov. 14.
BOLLYWOOD MASALA ORCHESTRA
The BMO, along with Dancers of India and Rahis Bharti, one of IndiaÕs greatest musical figures, invite you on a lively musical journey from Rajasthan to Mumbai in The Spirit of India. Seventeen professional artists take centre stage in this bold vision of Indian live music and dance, premiering for the first time
ON GRANVILLE ISLAND
Sledge as the Duke mark these sensational melodies, heartbreaking drama and vivid characters in a dark, tender drama of love and revenge. Sept. 26, Oct. 1-4 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at VancouverOpera.ca.
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SPECIAL BENEFIT CONCERT
The visiting New Zealand National MenÕs Choir will join the Vancouver Welsh MenÕs Choir in a special benefit concert, with all net proceeds going to the Mission and Ministry of First United Church. Oct. 2 at St. Andrews Wesley United Church 7:30 p.m. Tickets at vwmc.ca.
FROM BYRD TO BARD
The Glorious English Tradition. Jon Washburn and the Vancouver Chamber Choir explore the magnificent choral music of England, ranging from the rich polyphony of Elizabethan master William Byrd to the jaunty Shakespeare settings of present-day composer John Rutter. Sept. 25 at Ryerson United Church, Tickets at ticketmaster.ca.
Charles Demers
Sarah Dunant
Roxane Gay
Camilla Gibb
Paula Hawkins
Lawrence Hill
Wab Kinew
Bill Richardson
Sigal Samuel
Michael V. Smith
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THE MONTROSE TRIO
Anchored by none other than Vancouver favourite Jon Kimura Parker, and former Tokyo String Quartet members Martin Beaver and Clive Greensmith, this exciting new piano trio showcases the impeccable playing and captivating performance style of these accomplished soloists and chamber musicians. Sept. 16-18 at the Vancouver Academy of Music.
JORGE LUIS PRATS
Hailed as a long-lost virtuoso in the grand tradition, Cuban pianist Jorge Luis Prats plays with the Vancouver Chopin Society for a night that is sure to receive an overwhelming response. Oct. 30, tickets at vancouverchopinsociety.org.
EMBRACING CANADA
CLASSICAL/ OPERA
REIMAGINE YOUR WORLD
Music Intima will present a fall concert of Bach featuring works by four generations of the Bach family culminating with JSBÕs famous motet Singet dem Herrn! Oct. 2 at St. James Community Hall. Tickets at Eventbrite.ca.
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SCARE-CITY
Featuring major works by figures such as Cornelius Krieghoff, Tom Thomson, members of the Group of Seven, Emily Carr and David Milne, this exhibition surveys the history of artistic engagement with the Canadian landscape from the mid-19th to mid-20th century. Oct. 30-Jan. 17 at Vancouver Art Gallery.
OCTOBER 20 - 25, 2015
BACH AND THE BOYS
LIGHT AND COLOUR
Local artist David WilsonÕs latest series of paintings, partly reflecting the upheaval and turmoil heÕs experienced in recent years with chronic illness and loss within his family, is on display with vibrant colour saturating vivid views of Vancouver streets and skies. Opening reception 6 p.m. on Sept. 18 at Kimoto Gallery (1525 West Sixth Ave.). Runs until Oct. 10.
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ANGELI ARCHANGELI
VETTA REUNION
To celebrate their 30th anniversary season, Vetta Chamber Music will present a program harkening back to the past. Vetta has invited original artistic directors Victor Costanzi and Eugene Osadchy to play one of their most memorable programs from the old days with exactly the same players as before. Oct 1 at 2 p.m.; Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m., West Point Grey United Church, vettamusic. com.
RIGOLETTO
Vancouver Opera kicks off an exciting season with Guiseppe VerdiÕs thrilling blockbuster featuring powerful baritone Gordon Hawkins in the title role. Soprano Simone Osborne as Gilda and tenor Bruce
The Vancouver Cantata Singers open their 59th season with heavenly inspiration in a program devoted to the songs of angels, featuring music by John Tavener, E. Rautavaara and Astor PiazzollaÕs tangotinged Milonga del Angel. 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 17 at Ryerson United Church. Tickets at BrownPaperTickets.com.
Based on the novel by Terry Fallis Book by Vern Thiessen Music and lyrics by Benjamin Elliott and Anton Lipovetsky
MONTEVERDI VESPERS OF 1610
Early Music Vancouver, in co-production with the Vancouver Chamber Choir and SeattleÕs Pacific MusicWorks bring you MonteverdiÕs Vespers Ð an undisputed masterpiece. Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Tickets from $17.50 at chancentre.com.
SEPT 17 – OCT 3 YORK THEATRE Tickets at 604.251.1363 or tickets.thecultch.com
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PACO PE„A
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC presents virtuosic flamenco guitarist Paco Pen ÷a. Paco Pen ÷a is a true master of his craft, widely considered to be the greatest flamenco guitarist in the world. Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Tickets from $52 at chancentre.com.
A HALLOWEEN SPECTACULAR
From Byrd to Bard The Glorious English Tradition 8pm | Friday, September 25, 2015
Ryerson United Church Vancouver Chamber Choir | Jon Washburn, Conductor Jon Washburn and the Vancouver Chamber Choir explore the magnificent choral music of England, ranging from the rich polyphony of Elizabethan master William Byrd to the jaunty Shakespeare settings of present day composer John Rutter.
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The VSO Pops series gets off to a thrilling start with this concert of selections guaranteed to send chills up your spine. Vocalist Carman Price performs MussorgskyÕs Night on Bald Mountain, selections from Andrew Lloyd WebberÕs Phantom of the Opera, GriegÕs classic In the Hall of the Mountain King and even a suite of music from Harry Potter. Come in costume for a chilling and thrilling Halloween. Oct. 30-31
at Orpheum Theatre. Tickets at VancouverSymphony.ca.
BROTHERS IN ARMS
The calamitous and uniting effects of war on families is the focus of this program, where all wars are civil wars, because all men are brothers. Chor Leoni presents works from Carl Orff and Dire Straits to Lee Hoiby and Billy Joel, with guest vocalist, soprano Laura Widgett finishing with Rupert LangÕs Kontakion and The Last Post. Nov. 11 at 8 p.m. at St. AndrewÕs-Wesley United Church. Tickets at TicketsTonight.com, TicketForce.com.
LIVE MUSIC THE PIANO MAN
A Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel. Sept. 11, 8 p.m. at Edgewater Casino, tickets $5 and can be purchased at Guest Services.
ACCORDION NOIR FESTIVAL
The annual gathering of squeeze-box enthusiasts returns for its eighth year with a lineup of international musicians featuring Wendy McNeill, Angelica Negron and Shayna Dunkelman, as well as local favourites Ana Bonbon, Geoff Berner, Flying Machines and more. Cabaret performances include April OÕPeel, Sharon Bayly and the Dahling Mermaid Dahlings, a puppet experience from Wryly Andherson and Dusty Hagerud. Sept. 10-13 at various venues. Check out AccordionNoirFest.com for details.
BLUES CONCERT SERIES
Jerry Doucette, Murray Porter and Sibel Thrasher, with Rob Montgomery and his All-Star Band. Sept. 25, 8 p.m. at Edgewater Casino, tickets $10 at stadiumclub and ticketleap.com.
MID-AUTUMN VIP CONCERT
A tribute to Teresa Teng starring Natalie Sit. Sept. 26, 8 p.m. at Edgewater Casino, tickets $48. VIP tickets $100, stadiumclub.ticketleap.com.
UB40
Grammy Award winning British reggae-pop band and one of the worldÕs bestselling music artists, with hits like ÒRed, Red WineÓ and ÒCanÕt Help Falling In LoveÓ return to Vancouver with members of the original lineup. 9 p.m. on Oct. 1 at the Commodore Ballroom. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca and LiveNation.com.
ASIAN POP CONCERT
Oct. 16 at Edgewater Casino, tickets $5, available at Guest Services.
NEIL YOUNG
The legendary singersongwriter and multiinstrumentalist/activist returns to Vancouver on his Rebel Content tour, this time jamming with Promise of the Real, the band of Willie NelsonÕs sons, in support of YoungÕs album The Monsanto Years. 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 5 at Rogers Arena. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
54-40
Canadian alt-rockers mark 35 years together with a hometown show. 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 10 at Commodore Ballroom. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca and LiveNation.com.
RINGO STARR
Former Beatles drummer and vocalist brings his all-star band, a rock supergroup of shifting personnel, for a rousing return to old favourites. 8 p.m. on Oct. 9 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at BoxOfficeTicketSales.com.
BLUES CONCERT SERIES: LADIES SING THE BLUES
Featuring Joani Bye, Alita Dupray, Catherine St. Germain, Nadine States and Leslie Harris. Oct. 24 at Edgewater Casino. Tickets $10, available at stadiumclub. ticketleap.com
FALL 2015
T H U R SDAY, SE P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 THE VANCOUVER COURIER
Heart of the City Festival: Sawagi Taiko and Tzokam PHOTO DAVID COOPER
LIVE AT
MAC DEMARCO
Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist returns to play an early hometown show, hot off the success of his last two offerings, Salad Days and Another One and Some Other Ones. Oct. 31 at Commodore Ballroom. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca and LiveNation.com.
QUEER AS FUNK
TheyÕre baaaaaack! Totally unique in the history of VancouverÕs LGBTQ community, this 10-piece, high-energy dance band belts out their beloved funk, soul and Motown classics along with contemporary favourites at this early Halloween show where fear is funk. 8 p.m. on Oct. 31 at Fortune Sound Club. Tickets at FearFunk. BrownPaperTickets.com.
ATARI RADIO STARZ
Oct. 31 at Edgewater Casino, tickets $5, available at Guest Services.
LEON BRIDGES
American soul and gospel singer from Fort Worth, Tex. who broke out with the hit Coming Home brings his signature Õ60s R&B sound to town in support of his debut album of the same title. 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 3 at Commodore Ballroom. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca and LiveNation.com.
YOUSSOU NÕDOUR
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC welcomes Youssou NÕDour, one of AfricaÕs most iconic voices. Nov. 10 at 8 p.m. in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Tickets from $52 at chancentre.com.
FESTIVALS HAPA-PALOOZA
A gathering for all of our hapa/ hybrid/half-blood/cross-bred/ metis/mestizo/mixed-race/ halved-and-doubled selves Ð a place of hybridity, synergy and acceptance. Hapa places prominence on celebrating and stimulating awareness of mixed-heritage and cultural hybrid identity with music and dance performances, readings and a family day in the park. Sept. 16-20. Check out HapaPalooza.com for details.
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
The 34th annual celebration of film is among the five largest film festivals in North America, with three unique programming platforms such as ÒCinema of Our Time,Ó ÒSpotlight on FranceÓ and ÒArts & Letters.Ó Featuring an international lineup delivering spectacular cinema to nine Vancouver screens over the course of 16 days, VIFF saw crowds of 145,000 at last yearÕs festival and is growing every season. Sept. 24-Oct. 9 at various Vancouver venues. Check out VIFF.org for details.
HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL
The 2015 Festival features a feast of twelve days of music, stories, songs, poetry, cultural celebrations, films, theatre, dance, processions, spoken word, forums, workshops, discussions, gallery exhibits, mixed media, art talks, history talks and history walks, and an array of artists. Oct. 28-Nov. 8. Tickets at heartofthecityfestival.com.
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL WRITERS FESTIVAL
The 28th Annual Vancouver Writers Fest on Granville Island, 100 writers, 89 events and thousands of readers like you. Oct. 20-25. Tickets at vancouvertix.com.
COMEDY KEVIN HART
American comedian, actor, writer and producer who first caught the attention of audiences with his comedy album IÕm a Grown Little Man stops by on his What Now Tour with his signature brand of satire and self-deprecating, observational humour. 7 p.m. on Sept. 10 at Rogers Arena. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
MICHAEL MCDONALD
American actor, director, writer and comedian takes his skills to the stand-up stage after rising to success all over network television, most notably as the annoying, but hilarious manchild Stuart Larkin during his 10-year run on Mad TV. Sept. 11-12 at Yuk Yuk«s. Tickets at YukYuks.com.
NORM MACDONALD
Canadian stand-up comedian, writer, producer and actor best known for his five seasons as an SNL cast member anchoring Weekend Update and as a judge on NBCÕs Last Comic Standing. 8 p.m. on Sept. 12 at River Rock Casino Resort. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
STADIUM CLUB
JOE ROGAN
A stand-up comedian with 20 years under his belt, Rogan has been described as Òan idealistic hippy stuck inside the body of a testosteronepumped U.S. marine.Ó A colourful commentator for UFC, Spike TV and Fox, he also hosts The Joe Rogan Experience, a popular iTunes podcast. 8 p.m. on Sept. 18 at Orpheum Theatre. Tickets at TicketFly.com.
CARMEN ESPOSITO
American comedian from Chicago named one of the top 12 Comedy Acts to Watch by L.A. Weekly, with appearances on Just For Laughs and a recently released comedy album, Same Sex Symbol brings her hilarious but reverent take on LGBTQ issues and lesbian identity. Oct. 1-3 at Comedy Mix. Tickets at TheComedyMix.com.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
THE PIANO MAN
A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN & BILLY JOEL Doors Open 7:30pm, Show Starts 8:00pm Tickets $5, plus get a $5 Food Voucher at the show Available at Guest Services.
JOHN HODGMAN
American author, actor and humourist, best known as the personification of PC opposite Justin LongÕs Mac in Apple ads and for his work on Comedy CentralÕs The Daily Show. 7 p.m. on Oct. 13 at Rio Theatre. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
BILL MAHER
American comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, media critic and television host of Real Time with Bill Maher brings his sarcastic attitude dosed with political satire for an evening of stand-up. 8 p.m. on Oct. 18 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
BILLY CONNOLLY
The Scottish comedian, actor and musician rides through town on his High Horse Tour with his observational, idiosyncratic and off-the-cuff humour. Nov. 9-10 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at Ticketmaster.ca.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
BLUES CONCERT SERIES
JERRY DOUCETTE, MURRAY PORTER & SIBEL THRASHER WITH ROB MONTGOMERY AND HIS ALL-STAR BAND Doors Open 7:30pm, Show Starts 8:00pm Tickets $10, plus get a $10 Food Voucher at the show Available at StadiumClub.TicketLeap.com 760 Pacific Blvd. South Vancouver, BC V6B 5E7
Across from BC Place P 604.687.3343
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