Thursday, Apr. 13
Arts
Pelle the Conqueror Escaping poverty, a Swedish father and son struggle against class and racial discrimination in 1850s Denmark. 7pm at the Cinematheque. Tickets $11 at thecinematheque.ca
Seasons Festival Music, new media art and technology connect through this five-day long festival, now to April 16. This year, local-grown talent Excision will be headlining alongside international artists Above & Beyond and Galantis. Tickets from $89.50 at seasonsfestival.com
Comedy
Western World Vancouver TheatreSports League puts a spin on the sci-fi HBO series with this fun-filled show of bad western tropes and improvised action. 7:30pm at the Improv Centre. Tickets from $15 at vtsl.com
Social
Jane Goodall The acclaimed primatologist and conservation advocate delivers an inspiring talk about sustainable change. 7:30pm at the Chan Centre. Tickets from $85 at tickets.ubc.ca
Stanley Park Train Easter Fair Kids can play games, do crafts, meet the Easter Bunny, and ride the Easter Train at this family-friendly event. 10am at the Stanley Park Railway. Tickets $6.30 at ticketleader.ca
Smut Slam Adults share their real-life sexual experiences at this fun open-mic storytelling competition. 7pm at Guilt & Company. Tickets $7.45 at eventbrite.ca
Food
Origins of Wine Wineries from the Okanagan’s Golden Bench Mile are showcased in this tasting event hosted by Kurtis Kolt. 6:30pm at Science World. Tickets $65 at scienceworld.ca
Friday, Apr. 14
Music
Mozart’s Requiem The United Voices and Chamber Orchestra perform Mass Requiem in D minor, the Austrian composer’s final orchestral piece, completed after his death.7pm at Dunbar Ryerson United Church. Tickets $20 at eventbrite.ca
Aeterna In honour of Good Friday, the Pacifica Singers join the Vancouver Chamber Choir for a moving concert of Baroque and Gregorian themes. 8pm at the Orpheum. Tickets from $20.50 at ticketmaster.ca
Comedy
A Fistful of Kicks In this mash-up of comedy and kung fu, popular martial-arts films are improvised onstage by a quick-witted cast and a professional stunt coordinator. 10:30pm at Havana Theatre. Tickets $10 at eventbrite.ca
Big Shiny Skits Taking notes from MuchMusic’s nostalgic compilation of popular rock songs, this impromptu show is the perfect dose of fun. 9pm at Little Mountain Gallery. Tickets $5 at eventbrite.ca
Tinder Tales The city’s best storytellers and comedians share their horrifying and hilarious experiences with the social dating app. 7pm at the Fox Cabaret. Tickets $15 at eventbrite.ca
Social
Spring Lights In participation with the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival, this illuminated event allows visitors the opportunity to view the blossoming trees after dusk. 8pm at Queen Elizabeth Park. Free.
Saturday, Apr. 15
Arts
Almost, Maine Tales of love intersect and diverge in this series of short plays set in the imaginary quaint town of Almost. 8pm at the Culture Lab. Tickets $25 at thecultch.com
Comedy
The Dirty Dozen In this installment of the Comedy Shocker, Reggie Reynolds leads an intrepid pack of comedians aimed to upset and offend. 7pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $10 at eventbrite.ca
Social
VanDusen Garden’s A-maze-ing Egg Hunt Join in the 9th annual Easter festivities with an assortment of family activities and food trucks. 10am at VanDusen Botanical Garden. Tickets from $13.80 at ticketstonight.com
Vaisakhi Celebrate the Sikh new year with food, live performances and music in one of the largest cultural parades in the world. 11am, starting at 1100 S.E. Marine Drive. Free.
Eggstravaganza Adult Easter Egg Hunt Solve clues, complete physical tasks, and explore the city with a team of your best friends in this grand Easter hunt through Vancouver. 11:30am at Red Truck Beer Company. Tickets $48 at eventbrite.ca
Food
Craft Compost Discover the inner workings of composting for urban farming at this entertaining tour and workshop. 1pm at Hop Compost. Tickets $10 at eventbrite.ca
Sunday, Apr. 16
Arts
Black Code Issues of security, control and censorship are investigated in this documentary, followed by a Skype Q&A with Ron Deibert of the Citizen Lab. 4:50pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets from $10 at viff.org
Res-Erection Kitty Nights Burlesque returns with its popular zombie Jesus show, which puts a zany twist on the traditional holiday. 9pm at the Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $9.99 at ticketfly.com
Music
Krystle Dos Santos The soulful West End vocalist performs rich R&B songs accompanied by the Lovemakers. 8pm at Guilt & Co. Tickets pay-what-you-can at the door.
Comedy
Comedy Night Kevin Banner of Sooke, BC, headlines this laugh-filled evening with Ed Hill, KC Novak, and other Canadian stand-up talent. 8pm at Big Rock Urban Brewery & Eatery. Tickets $10 at eventbrite.ca
Social
Shop the Blogger Closet Sale From Ko-Morebi to Von Vogue, sift through the closets of Vancouver’s fiercest bloggers in this sale benefitting the Because I am a Girl program. 11am at Stretch Studio. Free tickets at eventbrite.ca
Food
Easter Cask Festival Sample 15 of the best brews the city has to offer at this delicious beer-pairing event. 11am at Central City Brew Pub. Tickets $35 at eventbrite.ca
Monday, Apr. 17
Arts
I Am Not Your Negro Civil-rights figures Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Medgar Evers, as remembered by the late writer James Baldwin, are profiled in this award-winning documentary that explores racial tensions in contemporary America. 4:15pm at the Rio. Tickets $10 at riotheatre.ca
Drone A drone operator for the U.S. military realizes the repercussions of his actions, in this suspense-thriller shot in B,C. 8:20pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets from $10 at viff.org
Music
Banks The L.A. singer-songwriter showcases her husky vocals and electropop melodies on her latest tour. 7pm at the Vogue Theatre. Tickets $42.75 at ticketfly.com
Miss Quincy and the 5 Star Studs Classic country meets Canadiana in this performance by the newly-formed local ensemble led by Jody Peck. 8pm at the WISE Lounge. Admission by donation at the door.
Food
Guilty Pleasures Indulge your taste buds with an array of Vancouver’s best bites and venues in this five-course meal and 12-tastings food tour. 2pm at Kirin Chinese Restaurant. Tickets from $79.99 at foodietours.ca
Tuesday, Apr. 18
Arts
Vertical Influences From Montreal’s Le Patin Libre comes a mesmerizing show of amazing skill, storytelling and artistry on ice. 7pm at Britannia Ice Rink. Tickets $46 at thecultch.com
Mina Shum For National Canadian Film Day, the UBC alumna presents an intimate screening of her 1994 directed film, Double Happiness. 7:30pm at Frederic Wood Theatre. Free tickets at eventbrite.ca
Sensitive Parts With the help of her pop-star alter ego, Dolore, a young woman learns to battle her insecurities, in this Metro Vancouver-shot film. 8:30pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets from $10 at viff.org
Music
Skepta Based in London, the grime pioneer-turned-record-producer performs a set of his provocative yet inspiring songs. 7pm at the Vogue Theatre. Tickets $45 at ticketfly.com
Social
The Max Wyman Award GalaCelebrating achievement in cultural commentary, the award-winning critic is honoured with artistic performances throughout this special evening. 5:30pm at the Vancouver Playhouse. Free tickets at eventbrite.ca
Wednesday, Apr. 19
Arts
Meghan Dauphinee Illuminated by a projector, Dauphinee’s collection of intricately embroidered portraits combines nature scenes with the human body. 1pm at Firehall Arts Centre. Free.
Poetry in Voice English Finals CBC’s Bill Richardson hosts the national recital competition, featuring high-school students from across Canada. 7pm at the Goldcorp Centre for the Arts. Tickets from $5 at eventbrite.ca
Parade Watch the opening-night performance of this musical based on the true story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man wrongfully convicted for the murder of a 13-year-old girl. 8pm at Norman Rothstein Theatre. Tickets from $35 at vendini.com
Social
A City for the Birds Ecologist and ornithologist Rob Butler introduces the Vancouver International Bird Festival and speaks on how the city is quickly becoming bird-friendly. Free tickets at eventbrite.ca
Food
Good Catch Chefs Ryan Reed, Scott Swanson, and the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ned Bell collaborate to prepare a tasty and sustainable seafood feast. 6:30pm at Nomad Restaurant. Tickets $65 at eventbrite.ca
Thursday, Apr. 20
Arts
Edge of Perception UK artist Ben Gooding unveils his latest collection of abstract geometric art in this available-for-purchase exhibit. 6pm at Artlink Canada. Free.
The Piano Teacher A young woman trying to regain her musical expression receives lessons in life and love from an unconventional source. 7:30pm at Goldcorp Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre. Tickets from $29 at artsclub.com
Comedy
#NoFilter In this interactive show, the Snapchat, Instagram, and Twitter accounts of celebrities provide inspiration for each scene. 9:15pm at the Improv Centre. Tickets from $7.50 at vtsl.com
Funny Music Weirdo Multi-talented Chase Padgett impresses audiences with his guitar skills, wild characters, and observational wit in this stand-up act. 8pm at Studio 1398. Tickets $25 at theatrewire.com
Food
Railtown Urban Eats Culinary Tour In this guided tour, stroll through historic Japantown and uncover the city’s colourful history while sampling drinks and bites. 1:30pm at H.A.V.E Café. Tickets $59.99 at offtheeatentracktours.ca
