Thursday, July 7
Music
Dixie Chicks Country music superstars and renegade women return to the road with their highly anticipated tour with special guests Anderson East and Josh Herbert. 7pm at Rogers Arena. Tickets $75+ at 听补苍诲
Comedy
Kevin Banner With a self-professed dark sense of humour, the Sooke comedian tackles tough topics with personable storytelling and self-effacing charm with opening sets from Sophie Buddle and Charlie Demers. 8:30pm at Comedy Mix. Tickets $15 at
Theatre/Dance
Straight Outta Oz Broadway actor Todrick Hall puts a twist on the classic creation The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with original songs, a dazzling cast, innovative sets and a great social message, bringing to life the story like you鈥檝e never experienced it before. 7:30pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $20-$100 at . All ages show.
From Bond With Love Who do you call when the world is at stake and 007 is nowhere to be found? The Lovers Cabaret employ elements of burlesque, cabaret and contemporary dance to spin a tale revealing the classic Bond girls in a whole new light. 8pm at Fox Cabaret. Tickets $25+ at . Runs until July 9.
The Outliner Mascall Dance presents this piece in their home studio creating a suspended and magical white kingdom inhabited by fantastical beings and unexpected events; a new premiere from choreographer Jennifer Mascall at the ignition point of dance and design. 9pm at 1130 Jervis St. Tickets at . Runs until July 9.
Art
The One That Got Away An exhibit of watercolour works of tattooed female subjects from artists Gwen D鈥檃rcy and Aaron White. 12-5pm at Hot Art Wet City. Runs until July 23. Admision is free.
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Friday, July 8
Music
Deerhoof American experimental rock band from San Fran plays in support of their new record The Magic with special guest Skating Polly. 7pm at Fortune Sound Club. Tickets $17 at
Pickwick Garage rock meets R&B with these indie rockers from Seattle with special guests No Sinner, Savvie and The Dip. 8pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $15 at Red Cat, Zulu, Neptoon, Highlife and
Songs of Jealousy and Passion The first of a two-night series of emotive music from Fabiana Katz and Stephen Boswell, as part of the Ryerson Summer Music Festival. 8pm at Ryerson United Church. Admission by suggested donation of $20 at the door.
Comedy
Damonde Tschritter The Globe & Mail called this stand-up comic听鈥渃omedy鈥檚 new superhero鈥� with his unique act and finely honed storytelling skills with opening sets from Ed Hill and Jane Stanton. 8pm at Yuk Yuk鈥檚. Tickets $20 at
Theatre/Dance
Billy Elliot Based on the acclaimed film and supported by the music of Elton John, the inspiring tale of courage, ambition and overcoming adversity is the journey of an 11-year-old boy who falls in love with ballet in 1984 London. 8pm at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Tickets at . Runs until July 10.
Art
Art After Stroke A celebration of artistic work and performances from stroke survivors including paintings, photography, music, theatre and comedy. All funds go towards regional stroke recovery programs. 7pm at Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre. Tickets $30 at
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Saturday, July 9
Music
John Prine Two time Grammy winner, iconic singer-songwriter whose catalogue has become central to American musical heritage takes the stage for an intimate evening of folk music. 7pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $79.50+ at . All ages show.
Ducktails LA-based pop musician and member of Real Estate appears in support of his latest release St. Catherine playing an early 听show. 8pm at The Cobalt. Tickets $13 at Red Cat, Zulu and
Big Thief Brooklyn alt-rock band shares their signature love songs at an early show with special guests Luke Temple & Morning Show. 7pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $12 at
Joey Only Outlaw Band It鈥檚 the official Comedy Shocker after party with performances from BC鈥檚 outlaw country kings and special guests Devil In The Wood Shack, Corn Shed and Space Chimp. 10pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $10 at
Summer Quartets The second of a two-night series of emotive music from Sarah Westwick with Fidelma Cordick, Mark Luchkow and Paul Westwick as part of the Ryerson Summer Music Festival. 8pm at Ryerson United Church. Admission by suggested donation of $20 at the door.
Comedy
Comedy Shocker: The Ninth Level of Hell It鈥檚 a trip straight into the inferno for the ninth edition of Comedy Shocker featuring James Kennedy, Sam Tonning, Mark Hughes, Pete Hudson, Steve McGowan and Carl Turnbull. 7pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $10 at
Theatre/Dance
Newsies Direct from Broadway comes the smash-hit, Tony Award-winning musical based on true events, telling the captivating story of a band of underdogs who become unlikely heroes when they stand up to the most powerful men in New York. 7:30pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at . Runs until July 10.
Dancing on the Edge Festival Pushing frontiers of contemporary dance, the 28th annual fest returns featuring over thirty innovative choreographers involving over eighty dance artists over the course of the ten-day festival with highlights such as Adelheid Dance Projects, Constance Cooke, German Jauregui, MascallDance and so much more. Visit 听for details, tickets, schedule. Runs until July 16.
Cheap & Fun
Vans Pro Skate Park Series Catch some of the best skaters in the world as they compete in the global qualifiers at the Hastings Bowl. 12noon at Hastings Skatepark. Admission is free.
The Flats Summer Block Party Renowned local galleries (Winsor Gallery, SOMA, Gallery 295, etc.) play host to crowds of local collectors and art-goers as exhibitions are launched, artist talks presented and the city is brought together to celebrate the district鈥檚 success as a cultural cornerstone. 1pm-5pm at The Flats. Free.
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Sunday, July 10
Music
We Are Scientists NYC indie-pop band tours behind their latest release Helter Seltzer with special guests The Palms. 8pm at The Cobalt. Tickets $16 at Red Cat, Zulu and
Vienna Teng Taiwanese-American pianist, singer, songwriter based in Detroit appears in support of her fifth studio album Aims with special guest Beyries. 7pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $15 at
Comedy
Double Down with Golden Oreo It鈥檚 an evening of spontaneous improv, as we break the structured and methodical mold to create duos on the spot from names randomly drawn. 9pm at Havana Theatre. Tickets $8 at
The Sunday Service The award-winning improv comedy troupe brings their high energy commitment to comedy with a little slapstick shtick, carrying the audience through a kaleidoscopic trip where scenes barrel into tangents and stories smash together creating comedy gold. 9pm at Fox Cabaret. Tickets $7 at the door.
Theatre/Dance
RED Immerse yourself in the grittiness of a fully transformed 1950s New York studio and prepare to be intimately involved in the intense, confrontational interaction between temperamental, visionary painter Mark Rothko and his assistant up close, embarking on an examination of the nature of art. 7pm at Little Mountain Gallery. Tickets at . Runs until July 16.
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Monday, July 11
Music
Nina Winkler An evening of ambient, whimsical folk from the young singer-songwriter with a delicate voice and strong spirit, a one-woman show of piano, guitar and ukulele. 6pm at Dubh Linn Gate (1601 Main St).
Echo Nebraska 麻豆传媒映画folk-rockers take to the Kitsilano Showboat for an evening performance. 7pm at Kitsilano Beach. Admission is free.
VSO at Bard on the Beach In a performance of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, Tania Miller conducts cellist Albert Seo and the VSO on the Bard mainstage. 7:30pm at Vanier Park. Tickets at
Comedy
The Laugh Gallery with Graham Clark Join the East Van comedian and his pals for guaranteed laughs and a shot at winning thrift store treasures at one of the longest running comedy shows in town. 9pm at Havana Theatre. Tickets $5 at EastVanComedy.com
Queer Prov Don鈥檛 let the queer deter you 鈥� you don鈥檛 have to identify to get it! This not-for-profit society dedicated to creating a queer community that creates, supports, enjoys and teaches improv theatre unites every week on Mondays, to set yourself up for a gay 鈥榦l week. 8pm at XY (1216 Bute).
Theatre/Dance
Theatre Under The Stars Vancouver鈥檚 legendary summertime theatre experience is back for another season performing Beauty & The Beast in repertory with West Side Story under the stars at Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park. Visit 听for tickets and schedule. Runs until Aug. 20.
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Tuesday, July 12
Music
Mitski New York-based indie rock performer tours in support of Puberty 2 with special guests Japanese Breakfast and Jay Som. 8pm at The Cobalt. Tickets $13 at Red Cat, Neptoon and
Theatre/Dance
Gastown Cabaret 鈥� Heatwave Long summer nights can inspire you to explore extraordinary events and milk every hour this spectacular season has to offer so come experience an evening of non-stop entertainment in all its forms with April O鈥橮eel, Sparkle Plenty, Sweet Munish with special guest Gin Minsky, tapping and teasing all the way from New York City. 8pm at Guilt & Co. Cover is $10.
Rock of Ages This meta-theatrical jukebox musical filled with classic rock and glam metal hits inspire the story behind aspiring LA rocker Drew Boley and his 1987 existence at the Bourbon Room where he works and meets and falls in love with the fresh-faced Midwesterner Sherrie. 7:30pm at Granville Island Stage. Tickets at . Runs until July 30.
The Merry Wives of Windsor It鈥檚 1968 in Windsor, Ontario and English ex-pat Sir John Falstaff is hunting for a solution to his financial trouble. When he unknowingly attempts to seduce two wealthy housewives who happen to be best friends, these merry wives set him up for some hilariously sweet revenge. 7:30pm at Vanier Park. Tickets at . Runs until Sept. 24.
Cheap & Fun
Hastings Culture Clash A series of events created to unify dancers and the general public with free workshops taught by some of the lower mainland鈥檚 best dancers hosted by Kevin Chen. 3:30pm-9:30pm at Hastings Community Centre. Admission is free.听
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Wednesday, July 13
Music
Cari Burdett An evening of folk, jazz and world music from the celebrated vocalist, accompanied by Adrian Dolan on accordion and mandolin and Richard Moody on violin. 7:30pm at St. Mark鈥檚 Anglican Church (1805 Larch). Tickets $20 at
Blessthefall Phoenix, Arizona metal core band hits the stage with special guests Like Moths to Flames, Get Scared and Picturesque. 6pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $20 at
Theatre/Dance
SHINE: A Burlesque Musical The tassel-twirling original musical called 鈥渢he RENT of our generation鈥� comes to town to wow Vancouver, combining the bawdy comedy of burlesque with a full book musical of original material from The Wet Spots and Sam Dulmage. 8pm at WISE Hall. Tickets at . Runs until July 16.
Pericles In an ancient and exotic pagan land where a hero sets out to win the hand of a princess, he instead uncovers a terrible secret beginning a thrilling adventure marked by far-flung travels, love lost and found and unexpected, and profound redemption. 7:30pm at Vanier Park. Tickets at BardOnTheBeach.org. Runs until Sept. 18.
Cheap & Fun
Bingo For Life Come grab life by the balls with brilliant prizes, cheap drinks and snappy drag queens hosted by the lovely Del Stamp, a fundraiser for the Friends For Life society. 8pm at Celebrities. Admission is free.
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Thursday, July 14
Music
Astrakhan 麻豆传媒映画progressive sludge rockers kick off the Cross Canada tour with special guests If We Are Machines, Dirty Spells and Sissy Heathens. 8pm at The Cobalt. Cover is $5.听
Elizabeth 麻豆传媒映画indie-punk rockers celebrate the release of their self-titled album with special guests Leisure Club, Mellomanic and Ponytails. 8pm at Fox Cabaret. Tickets $8 at 听or $12 at the door.
Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin and The Guilty Ones American roots-rock greats and former members of the Blasters hit the stage with special guests Paul Pigat & Cousin Harley. 6:30pm at The Imperial. Tickets $35 at Red Cat, Neptoon, Zulu, Highlife and
Comedy
Chris Gordon Having shared the stage with Conan O鈥橞rien, Will Ferrell and Jim Carey, Gordon鈥檚 fresh perspectives coupled with absurd observations make for a dynamic, interactive experience both hilarious and unforgettable with opening sets from Geoff McKay and Efthimios Nasioupolous. 8pm & 10:30pm at Comedy Mix. Tickets $15 at
Theatre/Dance
Repertory Festival Ensemble Theatre Company presents the fourth annual theatre festival performing Betrayal, The Romans In Britain and The Country Wife in repertory. At Jericho Arts Centre. Visit 听for tickets and schedule. Runs until Aug. 20.
Art
Pancakes & Booze The art and music movement that has swept the nation with the country鈥檚 largest exhibit of emerging artists hits 麻豆传媒映画with live canvas and body painting from hundreds of local artists, music, and FREE pancakes! 7pm at Fortune Sound Club. Cover is $5.
