We've rounded up some of the top activities and events in Vancouver for Fall 2013.
Highlights include:
VIFF's Altered States midnight screenings. Read story.
Fumbling Towards Ecstasy a ballet set to the music of Sarah McLachlan by legendary choreographer Jean Grand-Maître. Read story.
The latest from 'Cigarette Smoking Man' William B. Davis. Read story.
Kronos Quartet premiers Philip Glass. Read story.
Rembrandt comes to town. Read story.
Woodworker Brent Comber returns to his roots. Read story.
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OTHER DESERT CITIES: Pulitzer Prize-finalist Jon Robin Baitzs new play about wealth, fame, and family secrets. Sept. 19-Oct. 20 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage (2750 Granville). $29-$70
VENUS IN FUR: The line between fantasy and reality is blurred in this kinky comedy about a theatrical adaptation of an infamous novel. Oct. 3 to Nov. 2 at Granville Island Stage (1585 Johnston). $29-$49
ARMSTRONGS WAR: The world of 12-year-old Halley Armstrong is turned on its ear when she reads to a veteran of the Afghan war. Oct. 17-Nov. 9 at Revue Stage (1601 Johnstone).$25-$35
MARY POPPINS: A spirited musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film about an unorthodox nanny. Nov. 7-January 5, 2014 at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage (2750 Granville).$29-$70
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PENELOPE: Canadian premiere of Irish playwright Enda Walshs savage and funny take on the classic Greek myth.Sept. 25-Oct. 13. $17.14-$38.10.
INSIDE THE SEED: In a reimagining of Oedipus Rex, the action is shifted to a present-day bio-tech firm where far more than the fate of ancient Athens is on the line. Oct. 2-12. $29.52
THE RAP GUIDE TO EVOLUTION: Combining the wit, poetry, and charisma of a great rapper with the accuracy and rigor of a scientist, Baba Brinkman takes us on a hip-hop tour of modern biology. Oct. 29-Nov. 10. $18.
THE GOD THAT COMES: Hawksley Workman stars in this contemporary take on the Greek tragedy, The Bacchae, in which the chaotic revelry of a rock concert is fused with the captivating intimacy of theatre. Nov. 13-24. $17.14-$38.10
THE DAISY THEATRE: Ronnie Burketts latest production finds new playlets by nine Canadian playwrights performed by a company of more than 30 marionettes. Nov. 26-Dec. 15. $31.43
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YOU SHOULD HAVE STAYED HOME: Tommy Taylors personal and absurdly humourous account of the 2010 G20 protests in Toronto. Sept. 24-Oct. 5.
ASSASSINATING THOMSON: Art, politics, ambition, and murder collide when a legally blind painter uncovers the truth behind the mysterious death of an iconic artist. Oct. 8-19.
PEOPLE LIKE US: A military policeman returns to Canada following the Gulf War and faces a battle with the very system that sent him off to war in the first place. Nov. 2-16.
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THE FOREIGNER: Hilarity ensues when a painfully shy English tourist attempts to decompress at a rural fishing lodge. Sept. 20-Oct. 12.
COMMUNION: A crisis brings three women crashing together, exposing what they truly do, and do not, believe in. Oct. 25-Nov. 9.
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THE HABIT OF ART: Alan Bennetts critically acclaimed play imagines a reunion between estranged collaborators W.H. Auden and Benjamin Britten. Sept. 6-29. $16-$20 at www.unitedplayers.com.
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW: Deliberately kitschy rock n roll sci-fi gothic musical about that sweet transvestite and his time-warping motley crew. Oct. 4-26. $30-$35 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
CLOSURE: The adult son of a long-lost World War II veteran seeks out his father, only to be rejected by him all over again. Nov. 8-Dec. 1. $16-$20 at www.unitedplayers.com.
BARD ON THE BEACH: The 2013-2014 season features Twelfth Night and Hamlet on the BMO Mainstage, and Measure for Measure and Elizabeth Rex on the Studio Stage. Until Sept. 14 at Vanier Park (1695 Whyte Avenue). $25-$43 at www.bardonthebeach.org
VANCOUVER FRINGE FESTIVAL 2013: Annual showcase of independent theatre features 600 performances by 89 artists. Sept. 5-15 at various venues. $5-$100 at www.vancouverfringe.com.
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL IMPROV FESTIVAL: Improv troupes from around the world converge for a celebration of improvisational comedy. Sept. 23-28 at Waterfront Theatre (1412 Cartwright). Festival pass $65 at www.vancouverimprovfest.com.
WAR HORSE: Play based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo finds South Africas Handspring Puppet Company bringing full-scale horses to life on the stage. Sept. 24-29 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre (630 Hamilton). $60.65-$123 at www.ticketmaster.ca.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM: Shakespeares comedy about teenagers in love, fairies and labourers is given a vampire twist. Sept. 26-Oct. 20 at Studio 58 (100 West 49th). $12-$22 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
SPEECH & DEBATE: Dark comedy about three teenage misfits brought together by a sex scandal in their small town. Oct. 2-12 at Studio 1398 (1398 Cartwright). $18-$22 at www.brownpapertickets.com.
THE DRIVE-IN DOUBLE FEATURE: Instant Theatre presents a blood-drenched parody of 70s and 80s slasher films, and a laugh-fest featuring teenage super-sleuths. Oct. 17-19 at Havana Theatre (1212 Commercial). $15 at www.instanttheatre.com.
RELATIVELY SPEAKING: Alan Ayckbourns classic farce weaves a tangle of love, mischief, and mistaken identities. Oct. 31-Dec. 1 at PAL Theatre (581 Cardero). $25 at www.westerngoldtheatre.org.
THE WIZARD OF OZ: Dorothy, Toto, and her Oz friends skip along the yellow brick road and battle a mean, green witch in this exuberant stage musical. Nov. 5-10 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre (630 Hamilton). $50.65-$89.65 at www.ticketmaster.ca.
COCKTAILS AT PAMS: Stewart Lemoines comedy about a cocktail party gone horribly wrong. Nov. 13-30 at Studio 1398 (1398 Cartwright). $15-$20 at www.brownpapertickets.com.
CORNELIUS FONTAINES SECRET FAMILY: Peter Carlone directs Instant Theatre in an evening of improv and sketch comedy. Nov. 14-16 @ Havana Theatre (1212 Commercial). $15 at www.instanttheatre.com.
THE ROMEO INITIATIVE: Touchstone Theatre presents a rom-com/thriller based on a Cold War program in which West German secretaries were profiled to determine their perfect man. Nov. 15-23 at The Cultch (1895 Venables).
EXCEPT IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF WAR: Darkly comic satire explores art, politics, war, and the areas where they overlap. Nov. 15-30 at Roundhouse Community Centre (181 Roundhouse). $16-$25 at www.eventbrite.ca.
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TOSCA: A glorious, gritty drama about love, corruption, and evil by Giacomo Puccini. Oct. 26-Nov. 3.
ALBERT HERRING: Benjamin Brittens fast-paced, witty, and satirical portrayal of quaint characters in an English village. Nov. 30-Dec. 8.
THE TALES OF HOFFMAN: A wild-eyed poet travels the world in search of the ideal woman in this 19th Century opera by Jacques Offenbach. Nov. 7-10 at Old Auditorium (6344 Memorial).
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OPENING WEEKEND WITH DAME EVELYN GLENNIE: The worlds foremost percussion soloist opens the VSOs 95th Anniversary season with a commission by Randolph Peters. Sept. 28 & 30
THE WORLD OF ITALIAN OPERA: UBC Opera Ensemble performs selections by Rossini, Verdi, Puccini and Ponchielli. Hosted by Christopher Gaze. Oct. 3.
A RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN CELEBRATION!: Conductor John Morris Russell and a cast of vocalists present music from The King and I, The Sound of Music, South Pacific, and more. Oct. 4-5.
AMY GRANT: The multi-platinum sings her biggest pop and Christian hits backed by the VSO. Oct. 7.
OUT ON THE TOWN: THE MUSIC OF BERNSTEIN & TCHAIKOVSKY: Pianist Anne-Marie McDermott performs Tchaikovskys other Piano Concerto and the Symphonic Dances from West Side Story. Oct. 12.
INSPECTOR TOVEY INVESTIGATES HARMONY: A kids-centric performance of Saint-Saëns Carnival of the Animals. Oct. 13.
TCHAIKOVSKY: WINTER DREAMS: ViolinistAugustin Hadelichplays Dvoraks Violin Concerto. Also: a beautiful but rarely heard Tchaikovsky symphony. Oct. 19, 21.
GLORIOUS! POULENC AND HAYDN: British conductor Simon Wright leads the VSO and the Vancouver Bach Choir in a performance of Poulencs stunning Gloria. Oct. 25 & 26 at the Chan Centre (6265 Crescent). $26.75-$66.
A SCOTTISH FANTASY: Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti and the VSO perform work by Debussy, Bruch, and Mendelssohn. Nov. 2 and 4.
FESTIVALS AND MARCHES!: Famous marches by Strauss, Sousa, Lehar, Schubert, Dvorak, Coates, and Elgar. Nov. 7.
THE COCKTAIL HOUR: MUSIC OF THE MAN MEN ERA: Broadway star Nikki Renée Daniels and Ryan Silverman serve up music by Irving Berlin, Burt Bacharach, Amy Winehouse, and more. Nov. 8-9.
PLATYPUS THEATRE: A MAGICAL, MUSICAL MISADVENTURE: Musical theatrical show for kids in which a young girl finds herself on an adventure with famous composers. Nov. 10.
YEFIM BRONFMAN PLAYS BEETHOVEN: Yefim Bronfman, one of the worlds greatest pianists, performs all five of Beethovens great piano concertos. Nov. 16 and 18.
MOZART, BEETHOVEN AND BRAHMS: Chamber orchestra performs work small ensemble works by Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms. Nov. 21 & 24. Pyatt Hall.
DANNY ELFMANS MUSIC FROM TIM BURTON FILMS: An evening of music and visuals from classic films like Batman, Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice,and more. Nov. 23.
DON QUIXOTE: British cellist Raphael Wallfisch performs Strauss extraordinary work for cello and orchestra. Nov. 30.
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KRONOS AT 40: Grammy Award-winning ensemble celebrates its 40th anniversary with the world premiere performance of Philip Glass String Quartet No. 6. Oct. 19. $40.75-$76.75
MARIZA: Portuguese-Mozambican recording artist Mariza returns to the Chan Centre to perform a stirring program of fado songs. Oct. 27. $40.75-$76.75
ROKIA TRAORÉ: Adventurous vocalist performs spirited songs that integrate elements of blues, rock, and pop with traditional African instruments and sounds. Nov. 17. $40.75-$76.75
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FADING SPLENDOUR: Music by Howells, Wood, Stanford, Elgar, Vaughan Williams and others is performed in this programme of music from the end of the English empire. Oct. 19 at Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard). $10-$30.
SPINAL CORD!: Unique fundraiser supports both the Vancouver Cantata Singers and ICORDs spinal cord injury research. Nov. 2 at Blusson Spinal Cord Centre (818 West 10th). $100.
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SOFYA GULYAK: The first woman to win the prestigious Leeds Piano Competition performs work by Medtner, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Prokofiev. Oct. 4.
JEAN-EFFLAM BAVOUZET: The multi-award-winning French pianist plays sonatas by Beethoven and Bartok, as well as pieces by Debussy and Ravel. Nov. 19.
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SITKOVESKY TRIO: Three Yehudi Menuhin School-trained players perform work by Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Schubert. Sept. 22 at Chan Centre.
BEATRICE RANA: The youngest winner ever of the Montreal International Pianist Competition plays pieces by Schumann and Ravel. Sept. 29 at Vancouver Playhouse.
VILDE FRANG & MIKHAIL LIFITS: Norwegian violin virtuoso performs with accomplished pianist. Oct. 27 at Vancouver Playhouse.
THE SILK ROAD ENSEMBLE: An East-meets-West multicultural feast weaving together traditional and contemporary musical ideas. Nov. 1 at Vancouver Playhouse.
BENEDETTO LUPO: Italian pianist makes VRS debut. Nov. 3 at Chan Centre.
KUOK-WAI LIO: Winner of the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant performs piano works by Bach, Schumann, and Schubert. Nov. 17 at Vancouver Playhouse.
MUSIC IN THE MORNING: Coffee, concerts and conversation. Sept. 11-13: Pavel Kolesnikov; Oct. 16-18: Susanne Hou and Yuval Fichman; Nov. 13-15: Shauna Rolston and Stephen Prutsman. Vancouver Academy of Music (1270 Chestnut). $16-$35 at www.musicinthemorning.org.
6TH ANNUAL ACCORDION NOIR FESTIVAL: Party for the worlds most misun-derstood instrument includes storytelling, dancing, vaudeville showcase and accordion grudge match. Sept. 12-15 at Russian Hall (600 Campbell). $10 at www.eventbrite.ca.
VIOLE SONORE: Vetta Chamber Music performs quintets by Mozart and Brahms.Sept. 19-20 at West Point Grey United Church (4595 West 8th). $15-$28 at www.vettamusic.com.
SCHUBERTS OCTET & THE ROSAMUNDE QUARTET: A period-instrument performance of two chamber music classics. Sept. 20 at Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard). $18-$35 at earlymusic.bc.ca.
GRISHA GORYACHEV: Acclaimed guitar virtuoso performs works by Paco de Lucía, V. Amigo, and others. Sept. 21 at VSO School of Music (843 Seymour). $15-$25 at www.vancouverguitar.org.
CONCERT IN THE COURTYARD: The newly renovated courtyard of this venerable venue is the setting for a performance by Pawnshop Diamond. Sept. 22 at Firehall Arts Centre (280 East Cordova). $12 at www.firehallartscentre.ca.
MUSIC ON THE POINT: UBC School of Music personalities perform and share glimpses of life inside the music. Sept. 27: Daniel Bolshoy and Paolo Bortolussi. Oct. 25: David Gilham and Mark Anderson. Roy Barnett Recital Hall (6361 Memorial). $15-$25 at www.music.ubc.ca.
THE PATH TO PERFORMANCE. Interactive discussion and open rehearsal featuring Stephen Stubbs(guitar),Catherine Webster(soprano),Tom Berghan(banjo), and Early Music Vancouver Artistic Director Matthew White. Sept. 28 at Hodson Manor (1254 West 7th). Free.
ROSE COUSINS: Winner of 2013 Juno Awards for singer-songwriter Album of the Year is joined by Scottish folk musician, Rachel Sermanni. Oct. 4 at CBC Studio 700 (700 Hamilton). $20 at www.thefestival.bc.ca.
THE RITE OF SPRING: UBC Symphony Orchestra celebrates 100 years since the premiere of Stravinskys masterpiece. Oct. 5 at Chan Centre (6265 Crescent).
HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF & SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION: Showcase of music from the American South. With special guests The Deslondes. Oct. 9 at Biltmore Cabaret (2755 Prince Edward). $20 at www.thefestival.bc.ca.
VANCOUVER NEW MUSIC RETROSPECTIVE: Four-night festival explores 40 years of VNMs artistic approaches. Oct. 16: works for small ensemble and solos; Oct. 17: electronic, electroacoustic, and new media works; Oct. 18: opera excerpts in concert; Oct. 19: works for large ensemble. Oct. 16-17 in the Orpheum Annex (823 Seymour); Oct. 18-19 at Vancouver Playhouse (600 Hamilton). $10-$35 at www.newmusic.org.
CANTI DI A TERRA: Montreals Constantinople and the Barbara Fortuna vocal quartet perform music from Corsica, Persia and Mediæval Europe. Oct. 18 at Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard). $18-$36 at earlymusic.bc.ca.
MODULUS FESTIVAL: Four-day fest offers window into Vancouvers post-classical music scene. Oct. 21-24 at Heritage Hall (3102 Main) and Blusson Spinal Cord Centre (818 West 10th). Festival pass $49-$99 at www.ticketstonight.
THIS LAND: musica intima vocal ensemble performs new commissions by Ed Henderson and Imant Raminsh based on Sto:lo Nation member Sonny McHalsies retellings of the Sepass Poems. Oct. 26 at UBC Longhouse (1985 West Mall) and Oct. 27 in the Orpheum Annex (823 Seymour).
JOE FAFARD AND FAFARD & SCHWARTZ: Order of Canada-winning sculptor and his Juno-nominated musician son present a concert and visual art show. Oct. 28 at Heritage Hall (3102 Main). $25 at www.thefestival.bc.ca.
THE LITTLE CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES THAT COULD: Innovative new music series returns after a decade-long hiatus with two concerts: Celebration Places at the Roundhouse Community Centre (181 Roundhouse) on Oct. 26, and Remembrance Places at Mountain View Cemetery (5455 Fraser) on Oct. 31. $10-$20 at www.littlechambermusic.com.
JON KIMURA PARKER: Renowned pianist performs music by Stravinsky, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff, and Mussorgsky. Nov. 2 at Roy Barnett Recital Hall (6361 Memorial). $20-$35 at www.music.ubc.ca.
EVENT SCORE: Three-day homage to experimental composer James Tenney includes concerts by Eric KM Clark, Dissonant Disco, the Quasar Saxophone Quartet, and WORKER. Nov. 14-16 at Western Front (303 East 8th). $10-$15 at www.front.bc.ca.
CHAMBERCON: A new work by Giorgio Magnanensi for large ensemble and electronics performed by Ethos Ensemble, withNegative Zand members of the Vancouver Electronic Ensemble. Nov. 17 in the Orpheum Annex (823 Seymour). $10-$25 at www.newmusic.org.
ENCOUNTER: SARANGI MEETS SHAKUHACHI: The Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra explores Indian, Japanese and Persian musical traditions. Nov. 18 in the Orpheum Annex (823 Seymour).
PHILDEL: British songwriter performs selections from her new CD, The Disappearance of the Girl. Nov. 18 at CBC Studio 700 (700 Hamilton). $20 at www.thefestival.bc.ca.
TERRENO E VAGO: Up-and-coming Canadian ensemblePallade Musica make their Vancouver debut with a programme exploring seventeenth-century Italian repertoire for strings. Nov. 22 at Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard). $18-$36 at earlymusic.bc.ca.
THE LONGING SKY: The Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra premieres a double concerto by Moshe Denburg. Nov. 22 at The Rothstein Theatre (950 West 41st).
HEAR IT NOW 2013: Orkestra Futura presents an evening of improvised music and storytelling through graphic scores. Nov. 22 at Western Front (303 East 8th). $15-$20 at www.noworchestra.com.
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STEPHEN PETRONIO COMPANY: A sexy fusion of dance, music, and visual imagery inspired by the dark and bittersweet songs of Australian balladeer Nick Cave. Sept. 27-28.
WEN WEI DANCE: Choreographer Wen Wei Wang examines ideas of control and power in 7th Sense. Nov. 8-9.
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TILT: World premieres by Emily Molnar and Jorma Elo, and a remount of Johan Ingers Walking Mad. Oct. 17-19. $22-70.
FUMBLING TOWARDS ECSTACY: Alberta Ballets a full-length work based on the music of Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan. Nov. 14-16. $40-$98.50. See story.
DANCES FOR A SMALL STAGE 29: An eclectic line-up of dance artists perform gutsy and evocative works on a small East Vancouver stage. Sept. 12-14 at Ukrainian Centre (154 East 10th). $20 at www.eventbrite.ca.
DANCE CENTRE: The Scotiabank Dance Centre throws open its doors for free workshops, open classes, and studio showings. Sept. 14 at Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie). Evening performance by tap sensations Danny Neilsen, Ryan Foley, Shay Kuebler, and Johnathan Morin ($20-$26 at www.ticketstonight.ca). Also, the 2013-14 season includes the Global Dance Connections Series, with contemporary dance from Vancouver, USA and Europe. Subscribe at TheDanceCentre.ca
COMPAGNIE PEDRO PAUWELS: Inventive Belgian dance artist performs Sors(Get Out), a new solo work that presents a striking vision of a present-day sorcerer. Sept. 21 at Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie). $22-$30 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
DISCOVER DANCE!: Popular noon series offers informative and inspiring shows by BC-based dance companies. Sept. 26: Shiamaks Bollywood Jazz; Oct. 31: Vancouver Korean Dance Society; Nov. 28: Project Soul. Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie Street). $10-12 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
GAIT TO THE SPIRIT FESTIVAL: Annual celebration of classical Indian dance spotlights odissi, bharata natyam, and kathak styles. Oct. 18-21 at Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie). www.mandalarts.ca.
NEW ANIMAL: 605 Collective performs excerpt from new dance work, as well as commission from Theatre Replacement. Oct. 20 at Roundhouse Community Centre (181 Roundhouse). $5-$15 at www.newworks.ca.
BULLETINS FROM IMMORTALITYFREEING EMILY DICKINSON: American acting icon Elizabeth Parrish and Canadian dance icon Margie Gillis combine forces to reveal the revolutionary, innovative, and modern in Emily Dickinsons work. Oct. 23-26 at The Cultch (1985 Venables). $18 at www.thecultch.com.
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FLAMENCO FESTIVAL: Local, national and international flamenco artists perform traditional and contemporary works. Oct. 30-Nov. 10 at various venues. Free-$60 at www.vancouverflamencofestival.org.
LIQUID LOFT: Award-winning Austrian company performs a provocative duet entitled Running Sushi, in which dance moves are randomly selected by the audience.Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie). $22-$30 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
MEDEA (ROKUJO): Using text, puppetry, and dance, Euripides tragedy is re-told through the lens of Japanese Noh Theatre. Nov. 7-9 in the Orpheum Annex (823 Seymour). $20 at 604-739-7760.
9th BIENNIAL DANCE IN VANCOUVER: Four days of performances showcasing British Columbia companies. With Wen Wei Dance, Tara Cheyenne Performance, Sarah Chase and Andrea Nann, Joe Ink, Ziyian Kwan, Vision Impure, Nova Dance, plastic orchid factory and battery opera. Nov. 20-23 at Scotiabank Dance Centre. $22-$30 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
YELLOW STICKY NOTES: Screening of freeform animation collaboration by Jeff China Stearns and fifteen award-winning animators. Sept. 12 at Vancouver International Film Centre (1181 Seymour).
YIN YEUNG EXPRESS: Supper and storytelling come together for a unique culinary event inspired by Hong Kongs open-air eateries. Sept. 13-15 at secret location. $55 at www.brownpapertickets.com.
POETRY IN MOTION: Traditional Chinese dance, music, and martial arts performances in support of the Marie Mimie Ho Foundation. Sept. 14 at Vancouver Playhouse (600 Hamilton). $60 at www.ticketstonight.ca.
ARTISTS IN THE ATRIUM: Traditional and contemporary performances by some of Vancouvers finest Aboriginal dance and music artists. Sept. 21: MGirl. Sept. 28: Kwhlii Gibaykw Dance Group, Nisgaa. Oct. 12: Git Hayetsk Dancers. Oct. 13: Closing ceremonies. At Woodwards (149 W. Hastings).
4th ANNUAL AUTUMN SHIFT FESTIVAL: Celebrate healthy living and the change in seasons with a farmers market, 
childrens activities, vendors, live music and free snacks. Sept. 15 on Main between Broadway and 7th.
EXPERIMENTS IN ARAB CINEMA: THE TRAVELING PROGRAM: Diverse program of works by renowned Arabic media artists and filmmakers. Sept. 15 at Museum of Anthropology (6393 N.W. Marine).
PASSIONS!: Benefit for the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation features cuisine from twenty-four local restaurants. Sept. 15 at Dr. Peter Centre (1110 Comox). $225-$300 at www.drpeter.org.
VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK: Emerging and established designers are showcased in the fastest growing fashion week in the world. Sept. 16-21 at Chinese Cultural Centre (50 East Pender). From $30.
AFTER HOURS AT THE VANCOUVER AQUARIUM: Adults-only evening includes food, wine, beer, and The Secret Sex Lives of Animals. Sept. 19 at Vancouver Aquarium (845 Avison). $18-$25 at 604.659.3400.
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS 20: Ten artists from an array of genres are paired off and given two weeks to create something amazing. Sept. 19-21 at Performance Works (1218 Cartwright). $25 atwww.briefencounters.ca.
INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW WEST: More than 300 exhibits celebrate trends and innovations in contemporary home design. Sept. 19-22 at Vancouver Convention Centre West (1055 Canada Place).
MID-AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL: Family-friendly celebration includes games, storytelling, and moon cakes. Sept. 22 at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Classical Garden (578 Carrall).
REZ-ERECT: Native Erotica: Groundbreaking exhibition of First Nations erotica. Sept. 25-Feb. 16 at Bill Reid Gallery (639 Hornby Street). BillReidGallery.ca
WORD VANCOUVER: Western Canadas largest literary festival celebrates the written word with free exhibits, performances, and hands-on activities. Sept. 26-29 at various venues.
VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: The largest film festival in the city screens 350 films from 70 countries. Sept. 26-Oct. 11 at various venues. $11-$13 at www.viff.org.
ART SHOW & SALE: Yearly exhibit features work from more than 100 artists affiliated with the mental health system in Metro Vancouver. Sept. 26-28 at Coast Mental Health Resource Centre (1225 Seymour).
CULTURE DAYS: Nation-wide celebration of arts and culture includes 400 events in BC. Sept. 27-29 atvarious venues.
OKTOBERFEST: Steam Whistle Pilsner embraces a popular European tradition with German food, entertainment, costumes, and beer. Sept. 28 at Alpen Club (4875 Victoria). $20.
PARADISE LOST? CONTEMPORARY WORKS FROM THE PACIFIC: Video, installation, sculpture, weaving, painting and photography from 13 contemporary artists from New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, and Vanuatu. Until Sept. 29 at Museum of Anthropology (6393 N.W. Marine).
TOUCH WOOD: Landmark exhibition of wood sculptures and installations by fourteen prominent BC artists. Until Sept. 30 at VanDusen Botanical Garden (5251 Oak).
CAPTURE: Lens-based arts festival celebrating Metro Vancouvers legendary photography scene. Oct. 1-Nov. 15 at various venues.
HART FOR THE HOMELESS: Circus, music, stories, dance and art converge in a gala fundraiser for the Lookout Society. Oct. 3 at Imperial (319 Main). $60 at www.2mevents.com.
TOAST TO THE COAST: After-hours foodie and wine event in support of the Vancouver Aquariums conservation and education programs. Oct. 18 at Vancouver Aquarium (845 Avison). $95 at www.vanaqua.org.
INVESTED/40: Work from 31 contemporary craftspeople is on display in this celebration of BC crafts. Oct. 18-Nov. 9 at Pendulum Gallery (885 West Georgia).
BC BEER AWARDS & FESTIVAL: Showcase of craft brewing includes hops master class, sampling, demonstrations, awards. Oct. 19 at Croatian Cultural Centre.$35 at eventbrite.ca.
BLIM INDOOR CRAFT MARKETS: Indie artisans sell handmade crafts, accessories, apparel, paper goods, jewellery, and more. Oct. 20 and Nov. 17 at Heritage Hall (3102 Main). Entry by donation.
VANCOUVER WRITERS FESTIVAL: Annual celebration of story spotlights authors, poets, spoken word performers, and graphic novelists. Oct. 22-27 at Granville Island.
10th ANNUAL HEART OF THE CITY FESTIVAL: 12 days of music, stories, cultural celebrations, films, theatre, dance, forums, workshops, and more. Oct. 23-Nov. 3, various venues.
EASTSIDE CULTURE CRAWL: Buy artwork, view workspaces, and peek inside the creative process. Nov. 15-17 at various venues. EastsideCultureCrawl.com
FMA SHOP&DINE WEEK: Six days of shopping and culinary events includes runway shows, musical performances, art and dining experiences. Nov. 19-24 at various venues.
JEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL: Writers from Canada, the US, and Israel. Includes readings, foodie and book club events, writing and self-publishing workshops, film screenings, and more. Nov. 23-28 at Jewish Community Centre (950 West 41st).
YUK YUKS: Hilarity a-plenty is always to be found at Yuk Yuks, where a steady stream of emerging and internationally acclaimed comedians incite laughter. Godfrey is Oct. 17-19. Other shows ongoing at 2837 Cambie.
ROY FORBES: Fundraising concert for First Impressions Theatre. Sept. 13 & 14 at Deep Cove Shaw Theatre. $30 at www.firstimpressionstheatre.com.
JIM BYRNES: The legendary blues man performs with special guest Babe Gurr. Sept. 14 at Kay Meek Centre (1700 Mathers, West Vancouver). $30 at www.kaymeekcentre.com.
2nd Annual Young artist Film Festival: Celebrate the best in young Canadian talent, both on the screen and off. Sept. 21 at Capilano Universitys Bosa Theatre, 3pm. Tickets $10 at the door or in advance at CYAFF.com.
3rd ANNUAL ARTISTS FOR CONSERVATION FESTIVAL: Conservation-themed art exhibit, workshops, live painting demonstrations and guest lectures. September 27-Oct. 6 at Grouse Mountain.
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL: Mountain resort screens 90 original films from Canada and around the world.Dec.4-8.
