ARTS LISTINGS
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DANCEHOUSE PRESENTS KIDD PIVOT’S “REVISOR” Playwright Jonathon Young’s work, choreographed and directed by Kidd Pivot artistic director Crystal Pite, which takes inspiration from Nikolai Gogol’s scabrous pantomime of power and politics. To Apr 2, Vancouver Playhouse.
MADE IN ITALY The Arts Club Theatre Company presents a play about a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. To Apr 17, Granville Island Stage. Note: postponed from original dates of Jan 13 to Feb 13. Tix from $35.
MEN EXPRESS THEIR FEELINGS Zee Zee Theatre presents a provocative comedy challenging assumptions about masculinity and gender norms. To Apr 3, 7:30 pm, Firehall Arts Centre.
SHO ESQUIRO: DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY Solo exhibition by designer, artist, and activist showcases meticulously crafted couture gowns, textiles, paintings, and photographs. To Jun 5, Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art.
CLOUD ALBUM Exhibition features more than 250 historically and culturally significant works drawn from the collection of the London-based Archive of Modern Conflict. To May 1, Polygon Gallery.
SPRING 2022: COLLECTED WORKS Group exhibition on the potency of photography featuring the work of Larry Clark, Katy Grannan, and Andres Serrano. To May 28, Rennie Museum. Free.
THURSDAY, MARCH 31
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, BOYS AND GIRLS The story of a nine-year-old who comes out as a boy to his family and how they learn to accept his gender identity. Mar 31–Apr 23, Waterfront Theatre. $24.
THE 39 STEPS Royal City Theatre Company presents a fast-paced, espionage-filled comedy, directed by Mark Carter. Mar 31, 7:30 pm; Apr 1, 7:30 pm; Apr 2, 3:30 pm; Apr 2, 7:30 pm, Anvil Centre.
FRIDAY, APRIL 1
CAPTURE 2022 FESTIVAL LAUNCH View the Capture 2022 Festival exhibition Family Album, with works by Rydel Cerezo, Anique Jordan, Anna Kasko, Meryl McMaster, Cheryl Mukherji, Dainesha NugentPalache, Birthe Piontek and Silvia Rosi. Apr 1, 7-9 pm, Pendulum Gallery..
THE ANCIENT LAW (1923) Klezmer violinist Alicia Svigals and pianist Donald Sosin perform the live score to a screening of The Ancient Law. Apr 1, 3-5:45 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Free.
MISCHA MAISKY & THE VSO Cellist Mischa Maisky performs Antonin Dvořák’s Cello Concerto with the Vancouver Symphony. Apr 1 & 3, Orpheum Theatre.
CASTILLE TO SAMARKAND Early Music Vancouver presents music of the Spanish Renaissance. Apr 1, 7:30 pm, Kay Meek Arts Centre. $45.
FESTIVAL DU BOIS Family-oriented celebration of francophone music and culture features performances and workshops. Apr 1-3, Mackin Park, Coquitlam.
SATURDAY, APRIL 2
MISCHA MAISKY CELLO MASTERCLASS Cellist Mischa Maisky passes on his teachings to advanced students of the VSO School of Music. Apr 2, 5-7 pm, VSO School of Music. $15.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3
OPEN STAGE #2 Short works by Anya Saugstad and Artists, Lamondance, Linda Hayes, and Rachel Maddock. Apr 3, 7 pm, Scotiabank Dance Centre.
MONDAY, APRIL 4
JINJOO CHO Vancouver Chamber Music Society presents acclaimed violinist. Apr 4, Anvil Centre..
TUESDAY, APRIL 5
JCC JEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL EPILOGUE EVENT
Double book-launch featuring authors Robert Krell and Alan Twigg. Apr 5, 7 pm, Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver. Free.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL BURLESQUE FESTIVAL Showcase of local and national burlesque talent features two evenings of performances and workshops. Apr 6-9, Vancouver Playhouse. COLLECTED STORIES, A PLAY BY DONALD MARGULIES Pulitzer Prize-winner Donald Margulies' searching look at the lives of a pair of writers, focusing on their friendship and ambition. Apr 6-22, The Red Gate Revue Stage. $30.
SATURDAY, APRIL 9
1 NIGHT STAND Fundraiser for Ukraine relief features standup comedy by Charlie Demers, Jane Stanton, Yumi Nagashima, Peter Kelamis, and Sam Tonning. Apr 9, 6 pm, York Theatre. $25-$100.
CONNECTION PLEASE! WITH LIZZIE ALLAN Lizzie Allan performs a standup comedy show that aims to raise awareness about the reality of recovery from addiction. Apr 9, 7 pm, Anvil Centre. $30.
TOWARDS THE LIGHT Musica intima shares the stage with the Vancouver Youth Choir for the world premiere of a new piece by Vancouver composer Emily Millard. Apr 9, 7:30 pm, Christ Church Cathedral.
SUNDAY, APRIL 10
DEVIL'S VIOLIN The Vancouver Chamber Music Society presents violinist JinJoo Cho performing with pianist Hyun Soo Kim. Apr 10, 3 pm, Anvil Centre. $20-$38.
MONDAY, APRIL 11
DONNELL RAWLINGS Comedy Here Often presents a standup-comedy show by American comic, actor, and radio host. Apr 11, 8 pm, Hollywood Theatre. $45.
TUESDAY, APRIL 12
SAPPHIRE HAZE Music on Main presents duo composed of Cindy Kao (violin) and Aysha Dulong (electronics). Apr 12, 7:30 pm, Fox Cabaret. $15-32.
THURSDAY, APRIL 14
’DA KINK IN MY HAIR A musical celebration of women of colour. Apr 14–May 15, Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. From $35.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
WHITE NOISE A comedy about internalized racism in which two families have dinner together for the first time during Truth and Reconciliation week. Apr 16–May 1, Firehall Arts Centre. From $15.
THURSDAY, APRIL 21
BAD PARENT Parents of a toddler try to figure out who they are in relation to their son, to each other, and to the audience. Apr 21–May 1, Historic Theatre.
MONDAY, APRIL 25
BACH'S BRANDENBERG CONCERTOS The VSO School of Music’s Sinfonietta joins forces with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for performances of all six Brandenburg Concertos. Apr 25, 7:30 pm, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. $10/$19.
HMS PINAFORE Vancouver Opera presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s comedic tale of forbidden love across class divides. Apr 30, 7:30 pm; May 5, 7:30 pm; May 7, 7:30 pm; May 8, 2 pm, Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25
JUST FOR LAUGHS VANCOUVER Comedy festival features performances by Nicole Byer, Andrew Santino, Marc Maron, Maria Bamford, Natasha Leggero, Moshe Kasher, Jimmy O. Yang, and Chris Redd. May 25-29, various Vancouver venues.
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