ARTS LISTINGS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
LUZIA Cirque du Soleil presents a poetic and acrobatic ode to the culture of Mexico. To Dec 29, Under the Grand Chapiteau (Big Top), Concorde Pacific Place. $39-270.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Romantic musical about a young woman who takes a governess position with a large family and falls for the widowed father. To Jan 5, Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. From $39.
EAST VAN PANTO: PINOCCHIO When a lonely old ice-cream vendor is given a puppet by the mysterious Beckwoman of Commercial Drive, his dreams of having a child suddenly come true. To Jan 5, York Theatre. From $26. THE FATHER Western Canadian premiere of French playwight Florian Zeller’s work, starring Kevin McNulty and Jillian Fargey. To Nov 30, 8 pm, Vancity Culture Lab. $25-40. SEMINAR Alex&Main presents Theresa Rebeck’s comedy about four aspiring young novelists who sign up for private writing classes with an international literary figure. To Nov 30, 8 pm, The Nest. $25.
PETER PAN Adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s classic tale reimagines Peter Pan for the new millennium. To Jan 5, Waterfront Theatre. $18-35. FADO: THE SADDEST MUSIC IN THE WORLD The story of a young woman confronting her country’s fascist past and her own identity is interwoven with the heartbreaking national music of Portugal. To Dec 14, Firehall Arts Centre. From $25.
IT’S A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS-ISH HOLIDAY MIRACLE Canadian comedy about a blended family during a complicated season. To Dec 22, Goldcorp Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre. From $29.
MERRY KISSMASS: A ROYAL ROMANCE Vancouver TheatreSports presents improvised romantic holiday comedy Wed-Sat. To Dec 24, Improv Centre. From $10.75. VANCOUVER CHRISTMAS MARKET Authentic German market features more than 80 huts stuffed with sweets, treats, and treasures. To Dec 24, Jack Poole Plaza. $15. MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY AT UBC
➧IN A DIFFERENT LIGHT: REFLECTING ON NORTHWEST COAST ART to summer 2020
➧PLAYING WITH FIRE: CERAMICS OF THE EXTRAORDINARY to Mar 29
MUSEUM OF VANCOUVER
➧HAIDA NOW: A VISUAL FEAST OF INNOVATION AND TRADITION to Dec 1
➧THERE IS TRUTH HERE to Dec 31 VANCOUVER ART GALLERY
➧VIKKY ALEXANDER: EXTREME BEAUTY to Jan 26
➧ROBERT RAUSCHENBERG 1965–1980 to Jan 26
➧TRANSITS AND RETURNS to Feb 23
➧CINDY SHERMAN to Mar 8
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28
VETTA PRESENTS: ART OF THE TANGO FUGUE Jonathan Goldman guides a unique exploration of Bach and Piazzolla. Nov 28, 2 pm; Nov 29, 7:30 pm; Dec 1, 2 pm, West Point Grey United Church. $20/25.
NASTY WOMEN COMEDY: THE NOVEMBER AWARENESS SHOW Feisty Vancouver women perform a standup comedy show. Nov 28, 7-10 pm, Biltmore Cabaret. $10/15. SAVE THE BAGS: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY ART FUNDRAISER Fundraiser for Spec Theatre’s new play Stuffy the Whale features film, theatre, and song. Nov 28, 8-11:55 pm, Havana Theatre. $12 or a bag of bags.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
TOQUE CRAFT FAIR Community event and fundraiser showcasing a selection of designers, artists, and makers. Nov 29–Dec 1, Western Front. By donation.
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE Back by popular demand! The wild rumpus starts again with the return of PHT’s beloved Where the Wild Things Are. Jump in and help Max transform his bedroom into the many landscapes of his adventures. Sail along together to the land of the Wild Things! It’s a highly interactive, guided play experience. Ages 3-6. Nov 29–Dec 15, Presentation House Theatre. $22/18/12.50. HANDEL’S MESSIAH Guest director Ivars Taurins leads soloists with the Pacific Baroque Orchestra and Vancouver Cantata Singers. Nov 29, 7:30 pm, Kay Meek Arts Centre. $68/64/29.
MUSIC ON THE POINT Flutist Paolo Bortolussi and Fringe Percussion perform works by Reich, Telemann, and Mozart. Nov 29, 7:309 pm, Roy Barnett Recital Hall. $20/10. GRAHAM CLARK’S 24 HOURS OF STANDUP Comedy marathon with all funds raised donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Nov 29-30, 8-9 pm, Havana Theatre. $10-50.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Ron Reed embodies Scrooge and 43 other characters in Dickens’s Christmas story. Nov 29–Dec 21, 8 pm, Pacific Theatre. $20-36.50.
SHIP’S COMPANY: THE ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY AT WORK & PLAY Photography of Kathryn Mussallem that celebrates the diverse humanity of Canadian naval forces. Nov 30–May 10, Vancouver Maritime Museum. $13.50/$11.
TEATRO INTIMO DEL FLAMENCO Karen Flamenco presents a one-hour production featuring live traditional flamenco music, dance, story lines, and magic. Nov 30, 5-6 pm, Improv Centre. $12.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH The Capilano University Festival Chorus, Capilano University Singers, soloists, and professional orchestra perform under conductor Lars Kaario. Nov 30, 8 pm; Dec 1, 3 pm, BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts. $35/30/10.
REVIVE: A CODA GUEST PRESENTATION AI performs new work of deceased composers. Nov 30, 8 pm, Performance Works. $15-$20.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH Guest conductor Ivars Taurins leads the seasonal favourite. Nov 30, 8 pm, Chan Centre. $18-80.
BECHDEL TEST BURLESQUE Nerdy feminist burlesque pop-culture commentary. Nov 30, 9 pm, Rio Theatre. $25/30.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1
CHRISTMAS AT THE CHAN Trinity Western University’s beloved Christmas event brings together four of TWU’s choral ensembles—Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Chamber Singers, and Masterworks Chorus—and full orchestra under the direction of Dr. Joel Tranquilla. It is made possible through the generous assistance of the Chan Endowment Fund of UBC. Dec 1, 2:30 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. $25.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4
THE TRAGIC COMEDY OF MACBETH A comedic look at Shakespeare’s tragedy, partially scripted and partially improvised. Dec 4-15, 7:30-9:30 pm, Jericho Arts Centre. $25/30.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY A comic holiday play with classic Jane Austen charm. Dec 5–Jan 4, 2020, Granville Island Stage. From $29.
UN FIL A LA PATTE Le Petit Théâtre presents a classic French vaudeville play. Dec 5-7, 7:30 pm, Alliance Française. $20.
O CHRISTMAS TEA: A BRITISH COMEDY Off-Broadway comedians James & Jamesy present their Christmas comedy. Dec 5-7, 7:30 pm, Vancouver Playhouse. $19-44.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6
THE POSTMODERN CAMERATA’S CHRISTMAS SHOW: MY WISH TONIGHT Carols and songs from the golden age of American songwriting. Dec 6-8, Canadian Music Centre. $35. ALTERED CURRENTS SSNWC presents Altered Currents, featuring neon works by Cameron Clow and guest artists, 35mm film by leeaiko, and musical performances from Necking, Passive & Pudding. Sponsored by Good Company Lager, ABC & Greenhill Cider, hosted by SSNWC, The Ellis Building & Owens Oddities. Tickets available at Red Cat Records, Beat Street, and Eventbrite. Dec 6, 7:30 pm, The Ellis Building. $12 advance/$15 at the door. VANCOUVER CHAMBER CHOIR: CHRISTMAS ORATORIO The choir is joined by Owen McCausland, the Pacific Baroque Orchestra, and artistic director Kari Turunen. Dec 6, 7:30 pm, Orpheum Annex. $15/21-55.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
THE CHRISTMAS STORY—VIVALDI CHAMBER CHOIR Vivaldi Chamber Choir presents The Christmas Story, with narration from the Gospels of Luke and Matthew. Beautiful choral music, with pianist Gabriel Landstedt, describes the story further. Veteran actor Bernard Cuffling is narrator. Post-show reception. 604-221-0665 for info Dec 7, 7-9:30 pm, St. Helen’s Anglican Church. $25/22.
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