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Taboo Revue Burlesque Variety Show At Wise Hall Sat. June 29th

28 Jun

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In 2003 a small group of friends got together with a simple goal – to figure out how to entertain themselves on Monday nights. What started as a simple project has, over the last 10 years, developed into one of the largest and most influential Burlesque troupes in the world today.

Screaming Chicken Theatrical Society has produced well over 200 shows.  They co-founded the Vancouver International Burlesque Festival, one of the largest and longest running events in the burlesque world. They have introduced many performers to the stage, been twice nominated for Best Group by Burlesque Hall of Fame in Last Vegas and helped raise money for various charities as well as being a driving force behind Vancouver’s thriving burlesque scene.

This Saturday, June 29th, the ‘Chickens’ will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary with a spectacular show at the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street.  The three act show will feature favorite numbers from throughout their history and representing all aspects of the company’s performances. This will include tributes to their first production, the R-rated ‘Game Show Night’, their theatrical productions ‘Ed Wood’s Orgy of the Dead’, ‘Sex, Violence and Nursery Rhymes’, ‘SHINE – A Burlesque Musical’, ‘Grease Does Greece’, ‘Terror at Rock Out Beach’, and ‘Oliver Fannie’, the graduation recitals for their ‘Becoming Burlesque’ and ‘Becoming Boylesque’ programs and their flagship ‘Taboo Revue Burlesque Variety Show’. The show will also feature special guests including many of the early alumni and long time friends such as Cass King of the legendary Wet Spots.

Screaming Chicken Theatrical Society is a volunteer run not-for-profit organization and all ticket proceeds go to the continued development and presentation of burlesque in Vancouver and around the world. 5% of all ticket sales go directly to the Burlesque Hall of Fame to support the preservation of the art forms history. The doors open at 8:00 p.m. The show gets under way at 9:00 p.m.  Tickets are $15.00 and available from BrownPaperTickets.com.

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Eastside Flea Returns to Wise Hall Saturday, June 8th

4 Jun

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The ever popular Eastside Flea returns to the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street (Venables & Victoria) on Saturday, June 8th.  A great selection of collectibles will be on hand again as well as some new artisans including RISH jewelry, Big Starr Vintage, Retro Specks sunglasses and Window Arcades. The Eastside Flea gets under way at 10:00 a.m. and goes till 4:00 p.m. If you can’t make this Saturday, their next two dates have been scheduled which will be July 13th and August 17th.  Check their Facebook Page for any updates.

After all that shopping, you might get a little hungry?  Why not pop into Woodland Smokehouse & Commissary, 485 Commercial Drive (at East Hastings Street) for a snack or something to go.  They are located just a mere six blocks from the Wise Hall ie. easy walking distance.   Woodland Smokehouse has a a great selection of  in-house and locally made delectable goodies. As well they carry products from Cartems Donuterie,  Earnest Ice Cream, RainCity Soups, Golden Ears Cheesecrafters to name just a few and last but not least their own amazing selection of smoked meats and sausages.  Although yes I stocked up on Earnest Ice Cream while I was there, I also tried their Moroccan Chicken Pie which I highly recommend.  The flavours were amazing. Woodland Smokehouse is a perfect spot to pick up some items for that last minute picnic or quick dinner on the way home when you are too tired to cook.  It’s a great little spot worth checking out. They are open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Second Time Around, Eastside Flea – Saturday April 20th

14 Apr

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If you missed the first Eastside Flea in March, well you are in luck. The Flea will be back this Saturday, April 20th at the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street.  The rafters will be filled with vintage items once again, but as before there well be new items available including handmade leather goods by Hannah Newton and  Dominic Tweed.  New vendors on board this time around include Eastside Re-Rides with leather goods and Jordan River Soap Works with handmade products. The Flea runs from 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Organizers lucked out with a perfect sunny day the first go around in March, here’s hoping for the same the second time around.

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Burlesque Ooh La La!

28 Mar

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In case you haven’t noticed, there has been a resurgence of burlesque in the last 20 years. What is burlesque? Wikipedia defines it as “a literary, dramatic or musical work intended to cause laughter by caricaturing the manner or spirit of serious works, or by ludicrous treatment of their subject”.  The modern version has more of a variety show format.   I can tell you that burlesque is alive and well and thriving  in Vancouver, if the number of shows is any evidence.  If you wish to take in a burlesque show, there are a number to choose from with each show offering something titillating for the senses. For starters, this Friday, March 29th the Rio Theatre, 1660 East Broadway, has a cast of burlesque performers including 60s GoGo dancers, jugglers and belly dancers in a presentation of Paris a Minuit.  Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and show starts at 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

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If you miss that performance, the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street, has a Taboo Revue Burlesque show this Saturday, March 30th. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.  If those dates don’t fit your schedule, every Sunday night at The Biltmore Cabaret, 2755 Prince Edward Street, you will find Kitty Nights Burlesque showcasing burlesque originating in New York City for all of $7.00.  Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 p.m.   This show is deemed to be the “Best Place to Meet New People” and listed as one of the top things to do in Vancouver by Lonely Planet travelers. They can’t all be wrong.

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Cuadro! Being Performed Friday, March 22nd At The Wise Hall

21 Mar

Cuadro_Poster_2013_11x17_FinalThis Friday, March 22nd, the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street, is being transformed into a Spanish café.  The Al Mozaico Flamenco Dance Academy presents Cuadro!  Dancers will be performing Guajira with fan, Tientos, Farruca, “Nomad” by the bata de colas, Alegrias and a jazzy Tarara.   The event features a special musical guest from New Mexico, Vincente Griego, who has spent his life studying the art of flamenco singing. This will be a colourful musical event showcasing the talents of the students of the dance academy.  Tickets will be available at the door for $25, or they can be purchased in advance for $22 by calling T: 604-671-9182.  The box office at Wise Hall will be open at 6:30 p.m. on March 22nd, show begins at 7:30 p.m.  DSC_0220_LindaMozaicFlamenco

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Inaugural East Side Beer Fest At Wise Hall – March 20th

11 Mar

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Liberty Wine Merchants presents the East Side Beer Fest on Wednesday, March 20th 7:00 p.m. at the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street. This is an inaugural beer tasting event which will feature craft beers from all over the world. Also on hand, will be food samplings from food purveyors on Commercial Drive.  This Liberty sponsored event is also a fundraiser for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society. All ticket sales and draw prizes directly support the GVFBS. Tickets are $20 each and you are asked to bring a non-perishable food donation.  Tickets available at all Liberty Wine Merchant locations.  In East Vancouver, visit them at 1622 Commercial Drive.

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The Eastside Flea

2 Mar

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The Eastside Flea is coming to the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street, Vancouver, on Saturday, March 9th.   It will be the first weekend of an ongoing indoor market, well for March and April they will be indoors. After that, they are planning to find an outdoor location for the summer months.  Items up for sale will include handmade goods, vintage clothing & antiques, art, food, garage sale items and much more.  This a community based event in which all types of vendors are encouraged to participate. If you wish to participate as a vendor, or wish to volunteer, you can contact Eastside Flea by email at eastsideflea@gmail.com. If you wish to keep up with upcoming dates and venue changes as summer draws closer, visit their Facebook Page.  The event runs from 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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