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We are pleased to support Vancouver Opera and the artists that are captivating audiences with exciting, innovative, and entertaining productions. BMO is proud to be the 2023–24 Season Sponsor.
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C A NA D A ’ S O NL Y 5-TIME WIN N ER OF WI NE R Y OF TH E YEA R Since 1981, Mission Hill Family Estate has pioneered British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley as a premium wine making region. Founded by Proprietor Anthony von Mandl, the iconic family-owned winery is known as Canada’s only 5-time winner of the Winery of the Year Award by WineAlign Canada. Guests can experience international award-wining wines and indulge in an epicurean adventure all while enjoying the panoramic views of mountains, lakes, and vineyards.
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“Be not afraid of greatness” Twelfth Night
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VICKY CHOW PLAYS PHILIP GLASS PIANO ETUDES BOOK 2 Tuesday, May 28, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Christ Church Cathedral
BACH’S ST JOHN PASSION
WORLDS OF MUSIC MAY 18 2024 AT 7:30PM VANCOUVERPLAYHOUSE
MARCH 30 2024 AT 7:30PM ORPHEUM
TICKETS AND INFO: VANCOUVERBACHCHOIR.COM
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WINDOWS FROM THE PAST | DOORS TO THE FUTURE SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2024 AT 4:00 PM | MCCAW HALL A CELEBRATION OF 60 YEARS!
We are ready for a big birthday bash with a starstudded cast of singers led by Conductor Kazem Abdullah. Audience favorites Ginger Costa-Jackson, Greer Grimsley, John Moore, Mary Elizabeth Williams, and many more take the stage alongside the “phenomenal” (City Arts) 56-member Seattle Opera Chorus and members of Seattle Symphony for this once-in-a-lifetime performance.
ON SALE NOW! 206.389.7676 SEATTLEOPERA.ORG/60YEARS
Ginger Costa-Jackson
Greer Grimsley
John Moore
Mary Elizabeth Williams
Chris Gailus
Proud sponsor of Vancouver Opera Globalnews.ca
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ANNA THEODOSAKIS DIRECTOR DAVID AGLER CONDUCTOR
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Tickets from $15
VANCOUVER OPERA SUBSCRIBERS GET 10% OFF TICKETS – call our box office at 250.385.0222 today to book!
Ainadamar
GOLIJOV | FEBRUARY 21-27, 2024
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The Marriage of Figaro MOZART | APRIL 3-9, 2024
Don’t miss these brilliant performances at Victoria’s historic Royal
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China Before Communism
A Performance That Truly Matters This Is What You’ve Been Waiting For
Not just a performance, Shen Yun will make a difference in your life. Not just an ordinary show, but an unforgettable journey—a masterpiece that has left millions around the world uplifted and enlightened.
“Simply astounding to watch and a pleasure to the ear.” —Opera Online “Spiritually uplifting. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience and you must not miss it!” —Coral Drouyn, theatre critic
ALL-NEW PROGRAM FROM NEW YORK • LIVE ORCHESTRA
Mar 20-25 | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 1-877-663-7469, 604-757-0355
ShenYun.com/Van Presented by Falun Dafa Association of Vancouver
Tickets start at $99.