Pumpkin Spice lattes, peacoats, boots, TV series premieres and Halloween decorations at the mall… yes friends, welcome to fall. Fall is always an exciting time of new beginnings – a time to put down those summer cocktails and get back into the swing of things. And Calgary’s fall arts lineup is so exciting, you’ll want to grab that Pumpkin Spice latte stat and head out to all the happenings around town.
Read moreThe Book of Mormon - The ultimate guilty pleasure
If you’ve been hearing shrieks of laughter coming from the Queen Elizabeth Theatre lately, it’s because The Book of Mormon is back in Vancouver. This nine time Tony Award-winning musical is wildly and inappropriately tickling the funny bone of YVR and it feels so wrong…and so right at the same time!
Read moreOur fav Mormon boys are back in town and they want to give you the book!
"The Book of Mormon" has returned to Vancouver and plays until September 4. Photo credit: Broadway Across Canada.
Our favourite boys are back in town! That’s right, The Book of Mormon, presented by Broadway Across Canada, is back in Van and so are some of the most adorable Mormon missionaries ever! And they’re on a mission to steal your hearts with their cuteness and killer song and dance skills.
Read moreTheatre Under The Stars casts a magical spell with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
There’s something enchanted in Stanley Park this summer. It’s the stage production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, presented by Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS). The beloved “tale as old as time” has cast a magical spell over the Malkin Bowl theatre in Stanley Park and you’ll want to catch it before the end of August.
Read moreTheatre Under the Stars disgraces West Side Story
West Side Story is an iconic American musical known for its powerful message and brilliant showcase of dance and music. Unfortunately, Theatre Under the Stars’ (TUTS) current production running at the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park is so disappointing that it will break the heart of theatre fans.
Read moreYour guide to 2016 Vancouver Pride →
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 more