Things are about to heat up this week in Vancouver, as YVR prepares to celebrate Pride 2016. The Vancouver Pride Society’s theme this year is “Better Together,” honouring the strength we gain and accomplishments we achieve when we stand together. This year’s Pride will feature the 38th annual Vancouver Pride parade, and our amazing Prime Minster Justin Trudeau will be proudly marching.
Read more"Rock of Ages" is a blast despite a few letdowns
The Arts Club knows how to rock, and they’re currently heating things up at the Granville Island Stage with the Tony Award-nominated musical, Rock of Ages, directed and choreographed by Peter Jorgenson. And while the show isn’t the strongest effort I’ve seen from Arts Club, it’s still a pretty good time.
Read moreThe secrets of Dr. Seuss are revealed in Vancouver
Attention Dr. Seuss fans (so basically everyone at some point in their lives): the author famous for such works as The Cat in the Hat and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, is having his art featured in a free exhibition at the Pendulum Gallery (885 West Georgia St) in downtown Vancouver.
Read more26th Annual Honda Celebration of Light is ready to shine
Get ready to light up the night with the 26th annual Honda Celebration of Light at English Bay. This exciting display of fireworks set to music kicks off the first of its three performances tonight and will continue on Wednesday, July 27 before concluding in spectacular Disney-fashion on Saturday, July 30.
Read more"The Romans In Britain" provides interesting, impactful drama
Summer tends to bring plenty of lighthearted theatre offerings that allow you to sit back and enjoy fun songs, choreography, sets and costumes. But if you’re in the mood to shake things up a bit and experience some pretty heavy theatre in an intimate setting, Ensemble Theatre Company’s (ETC) The Romans in Britain is worth checking out.
Read moreLet Earnest pleasure your sweet spot
Nothing says summer like ice cream. And even though the Vancouver weather hasn’t been consistently sizzling yet this summer, ice cream remains a treasured favourite that we simply must enjoy during this time of year, rain or shine. So as a new Vancouverite, one of my first tasks was to find the hot spot that would satisfy the sweet spot for my ice cream cravings. The answer was simple – Earnest Ice Cream.
Read more"Betrayal" takes audiences on an intriguing journey through time
The cast of Ensemble Theatre Company's 'Betrayal'. Left to right: James Gill, Corina Akeson and Tariq Leslie. Photo credit: Thorsten Gohl.
Remember the famous quote “Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives”? Ensemble Theatre Company’s current play, Betrayal by Harold Pinter, is an up close and personal exploration of relationships and secrets, set against the ever-present reminder of the passing of time.
Read moreThe Arts Club’s "Billy Elliot" will be remembered as a stunning artistic achievement
It’s rare to experience a show that reaches out and truly touches the hearts of its audience in an electrifying and unforgettable way. The Arts Club’s production of Billy Elliot, which recently completed its run at the Stanley Theatre was just that - a theatrical masterpiece superbly brought to life through the use of dance, music, singing and the outstanding collaborative efforts of its creative team. And the driving force behind everything was the standout performance of the show’s young star, Nolan Fahey.
Read moreEnsemble Theatre Company opens three plays this weekend
Good things come in threes – three tacos, three-day weekends, three slices of pizza (don’t judge). That’s why Ensemble Theatre Company, a Vancouver-based theatre company, is launching three different plays this weekend as part of its fourth annual Repertory Festival.
Read moreEat a sandwich, why don’t you? Treat yourself at Meat & Bread
Every now and then, you just gotta eat a sandwich. Yes, as millennials I know we love our gluten-free options, salads and sushi. But after a hectic schedule of doing spin, yoga, barre, surf set, playing Pokemon Go, etc, there are moments when you just have a craving for good old fashioned meat…and bread. Enter Meat & Bread.
Read moreSpin away your stress at Ride Cycle Club
Nothing beats a wicked heart-pumping spin class where you get to slay your stress and get a killer body at the same time. In my short time living in Vancouver so far, I’ve had the awesome experience of doing my first ride at Ride Cycle Club, one of Vancouver’s most notable spin studios.
Read moreTodrick Hall’s "Straight Outta Oz" tour kicks off in Vancouver
YouTube sensation and triple threat performer Todrick Hall is taking North America by storm with the tour of his latest work, Straight Outta Oz. The two-act song and dance spectacle, which premiered in Vancouver at the Vogue Theatre last night, is a stage version of his YouTube album of the same name, which at the time of this article that has generated over 1.2 million since its June 23 release.
Read moreGet your yoga groove on at YYoga
When I moved to Vancouver a couple of weeks ago, I knew I needed to find a yoga studio ASAP. Enter YYoga, a beautiful chain of yoga studios located throughout B.C. and in Toronto. With heated and non-heated, and intense and chill classes, there's really something for everyone at YYoga.
Read moreDisney’s NEWSIES inspires us to ‘seize the day’
Disney's NEWSIES is a sensational musical theatre experience that will blow you away with its phenomenal dancing, singing and acting. The show tells an inspiring story of how a community that was once told they didn't matter, stood up for their rights, 'seized the day' and made sure their voices were heard. NEWSIES is an incredible and uplifting experience you will not forget.
Read more7 things I did in my first two weeks in Vancouver
It’s now been two weeks since I arrived in Vancouver and I have definitely been getting around! From chilling at the beach, taking dance classes, going to live events and exploring the historic and newer sites of the city, there literally seems to be an endless amount of things to do here. FOMO is now a stranger to me.
Read moreExtra Extra! NEWSIES leaps into Vancouver!
Photo credit: Deen van Meer, Disney
Breaking news! Disney’s NEWSIES has leapt its way into Vancouver and is ready to tear up the Queen Elizabeth Theatre stage starting tomorrow night. Presented by Broadway Across Canada, this Tony Award-winning musical may be the greatest dance musical ever.
Read moreVan City Vince is on his way!
It's Tuesday, June 21 and I'm jet setting my way to Vancouver! Yes, I'm leaving Calgary behind and looking forward to new adventures on the beautiful west coast.
Read moreVancouver bound for June 27
I'm excited to announce that on June 27, 2016, I'll be moving back to Vancouver, a beautiful place that has always felt like home to me. In the next few weeks, I'll be saying goodbye to my life in Calgary, and getting ready for the new adventures of #VanCityVince.
Read moreItalian charm arrives in YYC
A little taste of Italy has arrived in Calgary. Alforno Bakery and Café, owned and operated by the Teatro Restaurant Group, is adding both sweet and savoury flavour to YYC’s Eau Claire district. The European meets west coast feel of Alforno may entice you to make it one of your regular haunts year-round.
Read moreStrength at the barre
Kristi Stuart’s journey to Barre Belle is a story about hard work, perseverance and overcoming adversity.
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