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Accordion Noir Festival September 9 & 10, 2016

27 Jul

AccordionNoir2016A couple of great events lined up for this September at two local venues as part of the 9th Annual Accordion Noir Festival. First up is Love Potion Cabaret on September 9th at the York Theatre.   This is being billed as “an intoxicating elixir of world class artists”.  This is an eccentric multi-lingual cabaret featuring music, visuals and text based on a poem by Edgar Allen Poe.  You can expect a  mix of accordion, vocals, beatboxing, looping and flute add to that some acrobatics, clowning with tex-mex flavoured squeezebox.  Local composer Nathan Shubert premiers a new work for accordion and sheng with Tim Chan.  This event kicks off 8:30 pm on September 9th. Tickets are available in advance for $18 until August 24th. After that, they will be $22 and are available from The Cultch.

Next up is the Move the Mess Around Dance Party being held on September 10th at the Wise Hall.   We hear this is going to be a dance party mixer of epic proportions. Pinata Protest brings shredding lead accordion to a mix of old school punk rock and traditional Latin border music.  On hand will be local squeezebox superstar Jack Garton with his roots roller-coaster band the Demon Squadron as they celebrate the release of their new album “Move the Mess Around”.   You can expect square dance,  accordion, clowning and acrobatics. You are invited to come down and limber up and get cheeky.  Tickets are available in advance for $18 until August 24th. After that they will be $22 and again are available online from The Cultch.

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The Fakespeare Festival At The York Theatre August 3-28

29 Jun

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Shakespeare fans take note.  Awkward Stage Production is bringing The Fakespeare Festival “Like Shakespeare, Only Better” to The York Theatre from August 3rd to August 28th. They will be bringing you two shows that will alternate each night.  First up is TITUS, The Light and Delightful Musical Comedy of Titus Andronicus which was the Pick of the Fringe last year.  The writers of this production, Andrew Wade and Jenny Andersen, are expanding this Fringe hit to a two act musical.   We hear the Vancouver Sun gave this show 5 stars, so we think this just might be something to see.  TITUS kicks off on August 6th. The festival begins on August 3rd with Shakespeare parodies Goodnight Desdemona, Good Morning Juliet starting things off. Tickets for the shows are available online through The Cultch and prices range from $20 to $35 with $5 on the preview nights which for TITUS is August 5th and for Goodnight Desdemona, Good Morning Juliet is August 3rd.

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The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth At The York Theatre April 30 & May 1

12 Apr

TargetEarthYorkCalling all comic book fans and those that miss the days of radio shows from days gone by.  There is a new show in town that is being billed as a new art form, it’s a Live Action Graphic Novel.  The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth is coming to The York Theatre for just 3 shows.  When this show first premiered some 2,100 people came out to see it.  Soon thereafter it was featured on NPR and Conan O’Brien.  The show is now in its third season and has played in more than 80 locations in the US, Canada and the UK.   The sci-fi story is set in 1930s and mashes up comic book and radio play formats into a unique theatre experience.  There are 3 actors in the show that create voices for dozens of characters along with sound effects.  You will also see 1,250 individual full colour high resolution comic book panels that tells you a story.  This is an all ages show that runs April 30th at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm and again on May 1st at 2:00 pm at the York Theatre. Tickets are available online and include tickets for $25 for any seat in the house for those 18 years of age and under.  Family packs are also available for 4 premium tickets for $130.  Seats are going quickly, so if you wish to attend, we suggest you be quick on the draw.

What people are saying about this show:

“Something you simply must experience if you are a fan of awesome.”  collider.com

“Great fun! [A] happily retro multimedia extravaganza!” – The New York Post

“The coolest theatrical experience Earth has ever seen.” — Calgary Herald

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TEDxEastVan Is Looking For Speakers & Volunteers for April 2016

4 Jan

WebIn case you haven’t heard, TEDxEastVan is coming to the York Theatre on Saturday, April 23rd. For those unfamiliar with TED Talks, they are a day long event that brings together creators, catalysts, designers and thinkers to share their ideas. TEDx is a local self-organized event that brings people together for deep discussion and connection within a small group.  Talks from TED conferences are shared with the world for free as TED Talks videos on TV, radio, Netflix and many websites and are now available in more than 90 languages.

The TEDxEastVan team is searching for people with interesting ideas to speak at this year’s conference. They are on the hunt for scientists, artists, entrepreneurs, inventors, writers or Joe/Jane Average down the street. What gets you on the stage is your great idea.  So first up, you need to apply. Once/if accepted, they will help you through the process with coaches to help you fine tune your talk.   If you think you or someone you know has a great idea worth spreading, then you are encouraged to apply at TEDxEastVan 2016.  The deadline for application is January 16th. If you have questions, you can email them directly at speakers@tedxeastvan.com.

Now on the other hand, if you prefer to be part of this amazing day, but not as a speaker but instead as a volunteer, there are many opportunities available. We invite you to check out the full listing at Volunteer Opportunities. If you have experience with graphic design, communications/marketing, project management, speaker development, volunteer management, camera operations, video production or video editing, TEDxEastVan would like to hear from you.

If you want to be inspired and share ideas, this will be the place to be on April 23, 2016. This is certainly where we will be. Hope to see you there.

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Charlie Demers Brings Leftovers To The York Theatre January 26-30

28 Dec

PuSh2016_Leftovers_credit-Simon HayterAn interesting new show is coming to The York Theatre in the New Year called Leftovers. The show is part of the upcoming PuSh International Performing Arts Festival. Leftovers is created by Charlie Demers with Marcus Youssef of Neworld Theatre and is a political comedy like none you’ve ever seen. Charlie Demers, if you don’t know him, is one talented guy. He has worn many hats including one of the stars of CBC Radio’s the Debators, playwright of the East Van Panto – Jack & The Beanstalk and more recently a creative writing instructor at UBC best-selling author. Charlie Demers was born in 1980, between the elections of Margaret Thatcher and Ronald Reagan, and emerged from that era as a proud socialist.  This January, Charlie brings you a complex comedy which we expect will move quickly and touch on many subjects including ideology, dreams and politics. It will be serious and hilarious and this is one show we will be lining up to see.  Leftovers runs from January 26 to 30 at The York Theatre. Tickets start at $10 and are available online from The Cultch.   A post-show talkback happens on January 27th which we expect will be an exceptional evening. Also, a matinee show has been added for Saturday, January 30th at 2:00 pm.  This show has a short run, so if you wish to be entertained, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance. If you wish to learn a bit more about Charlie Demers, we invite you to check out this write up in BC BookLook.

Photo Credit: Simon Hayter

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East Van Panto: Hansel & Gretel At The York December 2 – January 3

23 Nov

Hansel&GretelThis December, make some time for a bit of fun and check out the East Van Panto: Hansel & Gretel.  This production is brought to you by the creative minds at Theatre Replacement and will be playing at The York Theatre from December 2nd to January 3rd, 2015. For those not familiar with the term panto, by definition a Panto (another name for Pantomime) is a tradition of holiday musical comedy theatre. Pantomime takes a familiar fairy tale, in this case Hansel & Gretel, and injects music, contemporary references and (best of all) audience participation to create raucous, noisy entertainment that’s fun for all ages. This year’s show we hear steps way off the beaten path with the weird and wonderful Hansel and Gretel complete with an edible house, a butt-kicking brother and sister team and a cute little cannibal witch.  Hansel & Gretel lure you deep into the East Van wilderness to deliver a fantastic holiday treat. As you might expect, there will be a few (or many) East Van references that will be sure to make you laugh.   The East Van Panto is open to all ages 5 and up. Tickets start at 20, family packs are available which include 4 tickets for $115.  Note, all seats for ages 18 and under are $20.  Tickets are available at The Cultch either in person, by phone or online. The show begins December 2nd at 7:00 pm and continues till January 3rd. For those looking for a matinee, there are many 2:00 pm shows. For more information on tickets and performances, visit The Cultch.  We’ll be seeing you there!

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Nirbhaya At The York Theatre November 3 – 14

26 Oct

NirbhayaThe Cultch, in partnership with Diwali Fest, presents Nirbhaya starting November 3rd. Nirbhaya is a story based on real life experiences and the violent incident that shocked Delhi and the world. Internationally acclaimed playwright and director, Yaël  Farber (Mies Julie) has created searing new work that cracks open the code of silence around women whose lives have been shattered with violence. Farber brings an extraordinary cast and creative team from India that will take you on a voyage into personal testimonies and show you the amazing capacity of the human spirit for survival, redemption and change.

“Nirbhaya is a play that tells the story of  women who have suffered abuse in their own voices.   By telling their personal stories, these women  shatter the silence that  surrounds abuse in the hopes that by talking about it, we are acknowledging its existence and can begin healing and making societal change.  The play is particularly relevant to the situation we currently have in British  Columbia where, because of  systemic silence, many  women across  the province have gone missing over  the  years,  yet these crimes have been ignored and in some cases, deliberately silenced.  I  am bringing Nirbhaya to the York Theatre because I believe we are all responsible for breaking the silence. Seeing this play together is one action we can take to make change for girls and women in our
neighbourhoods and around the world.”

Heather Redfern, Executive Director of The Cultch

Nirbhaya opens November 3rd at The York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, and continues till November 14th. Tickets are available online from $30 at The Cultch or by calling 604.251.1363.   Special note, as this performance contains adult themes and mature content, it is recommended for ages 16+.

Photo Credit: William Burdett-Coutts

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A Simple Space Gravity & Other Myths At The York Theatre October 13-24

7 Oct

SimpleSapceThe York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, presents A Simple Space Gravity & Other Myths from October 13 – 24. This show is a multi award winning Australian acrobatics ensemble. The company creates engaging works of acrobatic art. The group was formed in 2009 in Adelaide, South Australia and creates and directs their own work which moves away from traditional circus and theatre models towards fusion of acrobatic physical theatre. This ensemble has an international reputation for their amazing work and tour all over the world including the United Kingdom, Sweden, Argentina, New Zealand and throughout the USA.

On October 13th, you have the opportunity to experience this raw, frantic and at the same time delicate performance which features seven incredibly skilled acrobats. You get to witness first hand how they thumb their noses at the rules of gravity. This intimate presentation is supported by live percussion. A Simple Space is a truly unique experience not to be missed.  The show kicks off on October 13 at 7:00 pm and continues till October 24th at the York Theatre. Tickets are available at The Cultch from $20.  To learn more about this acrobatic ensemble, visit Gravity & Other Myths.

“Mind blowing physical theatre”
Talk Fringe

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Community Day At The York Theatre Sunday June 21

17 Jun

CommunityDayYorkYou are invited to attend Community Day at the York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, this Sunday, June 21st.   While you are on the Drive enjoying Car Free Day, make your way down to the York Theatre and join them for some family fun.  They will have free entertainment, hot dogs, popcorn, prizes AND you will get to watch Women’s World Cup Final 16 soccer on the big screen. Doors open at 11:00 am. There will be a traditional welcome at 11:30 am and at 12:15 pm the entertainment and music kicks off. At 1:30 pm, they will be showing the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final 16 Soccer Game. To reserve your spot(s) RSVP here.

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The Road Forward At The York Theatre February 5 to 7

21 Jan

RoadForward-landscape-300x225The Road Forward is a multi-media musical inspired by the ground breaking movement of the Native Brother and Sisterhood of British Columbia. This performance is dedicated to the countless First Nations women who have disappeared on B.C.’s Highway of Tears this blues/rock musical integrates traditional and contemporary art forms, historical media archives and interactive live performance.  This event is brought to you by PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, Touchstone Theatre and Red Diva Projects.   The Road Forward will be performed at the York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, on February 5 – 7. Tickets start at $19 and are available online via The Cultch.

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