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My Rabbi Coming To The Firehall Arts Centre October 7th – 18th

3 Oct

My_RabbiFirehallAfter a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Vancouver’s Kayvon Kelly and Saskatoon’s Joel Bernbaum bring their original play My Rabbi to the Firehall Arts Centre starting October 7th.  The story takes you on the spiritual journey of two boy hood friends, one Jewish and the other Muslim, and delves into the lines between faith and friendship with heartfelt comedic drama.  The story is inspired by their real-life friendship and gives a uniquely personal and Canadian perspective on complex issues around the clash of Judaism and Islam. Co-creator Kayvon Kelly says the play is about “…  the connection between two boyhood friends, but at its heart it is about Canadian identity and how that relates to the battle between old world politics and religious boundaries.” The play begins Tuesday, October 7th at the Firehall Arts Centre, 280 East Cordova Street. To purchase tickets visit Firehall Arts Centre.  Note for those on a budget, the show on Wednesday, October 15th at 1:00 pm is Pay What You Can.

 

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EAT.DRINK.PLAY. At The Firehall Arts Centre June 19th

9 Jun

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The Firehall Arts Centre invites you to its annual fundraiser EAT.DRINK.PLAY. being held on Thursday, June 19th from 7 – 10 pm at the Firehall Arts Centre, 280 East Cordova Street.  You can expect an unforgettable evening that celebrates locally produced food, drink and performance. The event will showcase a selection of food from Gastown and Railtown’s burgeoning food scene graciously provided by Lily Mae’s, Peckinpah, Cadeaux Bakery, The Irish Heather, Salt Tasting Room, Bitter, Hogan’s Alley Cafe, Deacon’s Corner, Mahoney & Sons, Elephant and Castle, and Scent of a Sandwich. Tastings of micro brewery Parallel 49’s seasonal offerings will be available, plus vodka and crème de cassis from Odd Society Spirits.

The celebration of all things local will continue with a feature ‘taster flight’ of live theatre, dance and music performed around the Firehall building including an acoustic performance by rising theatre star and three-time Jessie Award nominee Kayvon Kelly (Chelsea Hotel) and a performance by Proud star Emmelia Gordon. Throughout the evening, you will also have the opportunity to bid on a fantastic range of items in a silent auction generously donated by local businesses, including Van Dusen Botanical Gardens, TELUS World of Science, PuSH International Performing Arts Festival, Vancouver Fringe Festival, SPUD Urban Delivery and Modo Car Co-Op.  All proceeds go toward helping the Firehall bring us fantastic cutting-edge theatre and dance to Vancouver. Tickets are available for $31 which includes food, drink tastings and a drink on arrival. Note, artists tickets are $16.  For ticket information or purchase, call T: 604.689.0926 or visit Firehall Arts Centre.  Come out and support his amazing venue!

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