Thursday, Apr. 6
Arts
Shadows in the Mirror Finnish artist, Henni Alftan makes her North America solo debut with a thought-provoking collection of oil-on-canvas paintings. 11am at Z Gallery Arts. Free.
Music
Vancouver World Music Festival Talented fingerpicking by Toque Flamenco kicks off this year’s launch party, followed by the Latin electro grooves of Tanga. 8pm at Guilt & Company. Tickets $15 at BrownPaperTickets.com
Total Shred Electric guitarists Ben Yardly, Erol Sora, and more take the stage in this fun concert blasting rock classics. 8pm at The Fox Cabaret. Tickets $7 at Eventbrite.com
Comedy
Genetic Drift In a world where human life cannot sustain itself, Gary 3, a human/creature hybrid, shares his story in this immersive theatre experience. 7:30pm at The Fishbowl. Tickets from $12 at Eventbrite.ca
Social
Camp Still Vancouver’s first mass meditation party takes place with special guest Sound Bath. Expect good music, food, contests, and activities galore. 7pm at Goldcorp Stage. Tickets $25 at Eventbrite.ca
Friday, Apr. 7
Arts
What The Day Owes To the Night Compagnie Hervé KOUBI presents a contemporary dance experience that blends martial arts, capoeira, and street dance. 8pm at the Vancouver Playhouse. Tickets from $39.50 at Dancehouse.ca
Six In this film prepared by VanArts students, an isolated group of undergraduates uncover shocking truths about one another. 8pm at the Vancouver Institute of Media Arts. Free tickets at Eventbrite.ca
Music
Vancouver World Music Festival Featuring the diverse sounds of Breaking Boundaries, H’Sao, and Locarno, this lineup is rich with passion and rhythm. 8pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $25 at WorldMusicFest.ca
Comedy
Unfinished Works Watch as this hilarious cast improvises finales to half-written scripts. 8pm at Havana Theatre. Tickets $10 at Eventbrite.ca
21 Trump Street From the mind of Jordan VanDina comes a wild tale in which Donald Trump loses the election and travels back in time to campaign as Student Council President. A live script reading. 8pm at Seven Dining Lounge. Tickets $10 at Eventbrite.com
Food
Reimagine Barista champions give their take on coffee competitions and the industry in this rare Q&A event. 6:30pm at Interurban Art Gallery. Tickets from $25 at Eventbrite.ca
Saturday, Apr. 8
Music
Motown Meltdown An evening of soul, rhythm and blues sure to get everybody moving. Hot-shot Canadian vocalists, backed by a scorching 12-piece band each bring style and flavour to their own solo tune. 7pm at the Commodore Ballroom. Tickets from $32.50 at Ticketmaster.ca. Proceeds go to Seva Canada.
Mantra Percussion The world-renowned ensemble debuts Mantra Groove, a new work by emerging Quebec composer Paul Dolden. 8pm at The Annex. Tickets from $15 at BrownPaperTickets.com
Vancouver World Music Festival Persian Flamenco singer Farnaz Ohadi and the BC World Music Collective shine in this final evening of world-class talent. 8pm at the Vancouver Academy of Music. Tickets $25 at WorldMusicFest.ca
Brian Wilson Famed Beach Boys singer and producer celebrates 50 years since the release of the Pet Sounds in this special concert. 7:30pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets from $55 at Ticketmaster.ca
Social
Sakura Days Japan Fair Experience Japanese culture under the cherry blossoms with traditional music, food, and theatrical performances. 11am at VanDusen Botanical Garden. Tickets from $6.50 at Eventbrite.ca
Coal Harbour Community Centre Easter Carnival Join in the family festivities this Easter with face painting, animal presentations, an Easter Egg Hunt and more. 10am at Coal Harbour Community Centre. Tickets $5 at Vancouver.ca
Food/Drink
BC Distilled This premier tasting event showcases 34 artisan distilleries and their locally-made beer, wine, and spirits. 6pm at the Croatian Cultural Centre. Tickets $70+ fees at BrownPaperTickets.com
Sunday, Apr. 9
Arts
Whiskey Rain Revue Featuring dancers of all levels, the sensual Luciterra School of Dance delivers their spring student showcase. 7pm at the Rio. Tickets $17 at Universe.com
Music
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra John William’s popular score of The Chamber of Secrets is relived in this magical performance directed by Justin Freer. 7pm at the Orpheum. Tickets from $26 at VancouverSymphony.ca
Comedy
Audio/Video Taking inspiration from YouTube videos, movies, and singalongs, this improvised show is live entertainment unlike any other. 9pm at Havana Theatre. Tickets from $8 at Eventbrite.ca
Food
Pints not Pipelines West Coast craft beer pulls for a cause in this fundraiser for First Nations lawsuits against the Kinder Morgan tar sands pipeline. 5pm at Performance Works. Tickets $20 at Eventbrite.ca
Out of Town
Embodied Emplacement Inspired by Steph Ceraso, this multi-modal soundwalk features the sights, sounds, and scents captured within New Westminster’s waterfront. 2pm at the Anvil Centre. Free.
Sundays with Sondheim Led by PSP artistic associate, Chris Allan, this lecture will explore Sondheim’s 1970s musicals and the special relationship between producer and director. 3:30pm at the Anvil Centre. Free tickets at Eventbrite.com
Monday, Apr. 10
Music
Vancouver Legacy Jazz Orchestra Eighteen of the city’s famed composers and musicians pay tribute to celebrated American jazz bandleader, Oliver Nelson. 8pm at Frankie’s Jazz Club. Tickets $15 at Yelp.com
A Boogie With Da Hoodie With mesmerizing rhymes and beats, this 20-year-old rap artist from the Bronx delivers a true hip hop performance. 9pm at The Rio. Tickets $25 at TicketWeb.ca
Just A Season All-around musician Scott Smith takes the spotlight with this new multi-genre ensemble ranging from folk to country. 8pm at Guilt & Company. Tickets are pay-what-you-can at the door.
Food
Les French Gourmands In this Easter celebration, learn to cook a traditional Easter meal while discovering French culture. 6pm at Alliance Française de Vancouver. Tickets $90 at Eventbrite.ca
Out of Town
BLOOM Enjoy a fresh air picnic surrounded by colourful flowers at the Abbotsford Tulip Festival. 9am at 36737 N Parallel Road. Tickets from $5 at Eventbrite.ca
Tuesday, Apr. 11
Arts
CINDERELLA Rodger + Hammerstein’s spin on the classic fairy tale arrives to the stage in this Tony-Award winning musical tour. 7:30pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets from $30 at Ticketmaster.ca
Room 2048 In this opening night performance, the cultural politics of the Cantonese diaspora is explored in a beautiful blending of dance, theatre, and smoke. 8pm at the Firehall Arts Centre. Tickets $28 at FirehallArtsCentre.ca
12 Minutes Max Dancers Carolina Bergonzoni, Jenn Edwards, Greer Whillans perform innovative new works in this special showcase series. 6pm at The Dance Centre. Free.
Music
Han Finckel Setzer Trio Cello, violin, and piano come together to perform Ludwig Van Beethoven’s Archduke and Franz Schubert’s Opus 100.8pm at the Vancouver Playhouse. Tickets from $15 at FriendsofChamberMusic.ca
Social
The Wonders of the Salish Sea During this six-week course, uncover the secrets behind our unique ecosystem with the help of local marine scientists, environmentalists, and naturalists. 6pm at Mount Pleasant Community Centre. Tickets $30 at Vancouver.ca
Wednesday, Apr. 12
Arts
Silence Martin Scorsese’s latest film highlights the harrowing experiences of Catholic missionaries in 17th century Japan. 7pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets $10 at Viff.org
Music
Madeon The talented French DJ kicks off this year’s Seasons Festival with a special nu-disco and electropop set. 10pm at Celebrities. Tickets $35 at Blueprint.com
Comedy
The Gentlemen Hecklers Experience the classic ’80s film Footloose like never before in this live commentary show. 9:30pm at the Rio. Tickets $10 at RioTheatre.ca
Social
Incite Meet with writers Sharon Butala, Michael Harris, and Robert Moor in this exclusive free reading series. 7:30pm at the Vancouver Public Library Free tickets at VanWritersFest.com
Food
Easy Vegan Cooking From avocado hummus to chocolate peanut butter cupcakes, recreate the perfect vegan dinner in this relaxed cooking demonstration. 6pm at the Uncommon Café. Tickets from $59 at Eventbrite.ca
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
Social
Jane Goodall Acclaimed primatologist and conservation advocate, Goodall delivers an inspiring talk for 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 in 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 in this fun open mic storytelling competition. 7pm at Guilt & Company. Tickets $7.45 at Eventbrite.ca
Food
Origins of Wine Local wineries of 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
