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Thursday, Mar. 30
Arts
Aeriosa听Dancers take flight in this gravity-defying performance that combines rock-climbing with theatre. 12pm at Scotiabank Dance Centre. Tickets from $10 at
radial systems Locally based artist Marian Penner Bancroft presents this colour photograph and video exhibit of organic items floating within bodies of water. 10am at Republic Gallery. Free.
Ice Guardians听In this hockey documentary, the NHL鈥檚 toughest enforcers shed light on what it takes to succeed in their unique role on the ice. 8pm at the Rio. Tickets $20 at
Music
Kevin Elaschuk听Joined by other 麻豆传媒映画music legends, this exciting new collaboration delivers both standard jazz and swing. 8pm at Frankie鈥檚 Jazz Club. Tickets $15 at
Leah Abramsom听With additional performances by the Inhabitants and Waxwing, this evening celebrates creative and experimental music. 8pm at WISE Hall. Tickets from $15 at the door.
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Friday, Mar. 31
Arts
麻豆传媒映画South African Film Festival听Celebrating South African culture and history, this gala party includes a screening of Vaya, winner of Jury Prize for Outstanding Film. 7pm at Goldcorp Centre for the Arts. Tickets $56 at
Just Film Festival听Amnesty International and Village 麻豆传媒映画present 14 award-winning documentaries on social justice and human rights, beginning with the story of Guatamala鈥檚 attorney general, Burden of Peace. 7pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets $10 at
麻豆传媒映画International Burlesque Festival听International burlesque stars grace the Playhouse stage, from Camille 2000 to reigning queen Poison Ivory. 8pm at 麻豆传媒映画Playhouse. Tickets from $38 at
ABRACADABRA听Camilo the Magician brings thrilling entertainment to audiences of all ages in this illusion-based act. 8pm at York Theatre. Tickets from $25 at
Music
Camaro 67听Known for their high-energy grooves and melodies, this ensemble seamlessly fuses reggae with Afrofunk. 10pm at Guilt & Co. Tickets pay-what-you-can at the door.
Social
Army of Sass听The Heels Dance Company presents a contemporary, provocative take on the classic Snow White fairy tale. 7:30pm at Celebrities. Tickets from $20 at
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Saturday, Apr. 1
Arts
Falling Through Time听Through underwater capture photography, artist Barbara Cole debuts her latest exhibit with an exclusive talk. 2pm at Bau-Xi Gallery. Free.
麻豆传媒映画Uncovered听The 麻豆传媒映画International Burlesque Festival concludes with a showcase of the city鈥檚 fiercest and most talented performers. 8pm at 麻豆传媒映画Playhouse. Tickets from $38 at
Music
Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience Composer Ramin Djawadi takes the music of the popular fantasy series to new heights in this grand-scale performance. 8pm at Rogers Arena. Tickets from $39.50 at
Bill and Joel Plaskett听The Canadian folk father-and-son duo perform songs from their new record, Solidarity. 8pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $30 at
Social
From the Darkroom to the Internet听In this Kate Henderson workshop, high-school students learn digital and alternative techniques to producing photographs. 10am at Capture Photography Festival Office. Free registration at [email protected]
Out of Town
Slush Cup听In this fun competition, use your skills to cross a pool of slush on skis or a board 鈥� all while wearing your goofiest duds. 11am at Grouse Mountain. Free tickets at
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Sunday, Apr. 2
Arts
ZOETROPE听Using shadow and object puppetry, love, death and other curiosities are explored in this production set in a 1930s circus. 3:15pm at Langara College. Admission by donation. Reserve tickets at 604-323-5227.
Music
Paul Rushka Trio听Canadian improvisational legend Kenny Wheeler is paid tribute in this concert led by the award-winning double-bassist. 8pm at Frankie鈥檚 Jazz Club. Free reservations at
Social
Slivers of Pavement听In this silent group walk through the city, experience the sounds, rhythms, and music of our urban environment. 2pm at Waterfront Station Lobby. Free.
Food
Sakura Night Gala In support of the annual 麻豆传媒映画Cherry Blossom Festival, this evening brings together the city鈥檚 best Asian-fusion restaurants for a unique dining experience. 6:30pm at the Stanley Park Pavilion. Tickets $152.50 at
Easy Cooking Series For simple everyday dinner ideas, Valentine Kitamura demonstrates how to create chili, mini quiches, and homemade granola in this cooking class. 2pm at the Uncommon Caf茅. Tickets from $55 at
Out of Town
LitFest New West听Writer Alan Girling hosts this seminar on kindling your creativity with idea-generating prompts. 5pm at Buy-Low Foods Community Space. Free tickets at
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Monday, Apr. 3
Arts
The Seasons in Quincy听Set inside his quiet Alpine lodge, the life of the late English poet John Berger is deconstructed into four independently directed short films. 6:45pm at Vancity Theatre. Tickets $12 at
Sabrina Auclair听The Studio 58 graduate completes the faculty tradition with a final solo performance. 9pm at Studio 58. Free.
Music
The Music of Mozart and Bruckner听From Mozart鈥檚 famous violin concertos to Bruckner鈥檚 majestic themes, violinist Henning Kraggerud demonstrates his musical prowess. 8pm at the Orpheum. Tickets from $19 at
Susto听Coming off their 鈥�& I鈥檓 Fine Today鈥� Tour, this alternative folk-rock group delivers an upbeat sound just in time for spring. 8pm at the Cobalt. Tickets $12 at
Food
Oregon Brewer鈥檚 Tap Takeover Tour听Copper and Theory hosts this entertaining evening of beer sampling and food tasting. 5pm at the Alibi Room. Free, but limited seating available.
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Tuesday, Apr. 4
Arts
Nineteen Eighty-Four听Based on Orwell鈥檚 classic dystopian novel, a man becomes the target of a brainwashing campaign after he illegally falls in love with a woman. 6:30pm at the Rio. Tickets $10 at
Absent and Present听As part of the Speaking of Dance Conversations series, editor Kaija Pepper moderates a discussion on the absence and presence of Muslim culture. 7pm at the Goldcorp Centre for the Arts. Free.
Music
Kaleo听Gaining momentum from their latest single, 鈥淲ay Down We Go,鈥� this Icelandic indie-rock band boasts rich instrumentals and vocals comparable to popular mainstream groups. 8pm at the Orpheum. Tickets from $25 at
Social
Adieu to Granville Island The iconic visual-arts school bids goodbye to its Granville Island location with a fun day of treats, contests and reminiscing. 11am at Emily Carr. Free.
Out of Town
Transformers: The Last Knight听The latest installment of the Michael Bay franchise is screened in spectacular IMAX at this one-night-only event. 7pm at SilverCity Riverport. Tickets $20 at
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Wednesday, Apr. 5
Music
Homelands听Featuring the VSO Chamber Players, this concert fuses together the cultural styles of Argentina and Russia to create a unique and colourful new sound. 7:30pm at Pyatt Hall. Tickets $42 at
Comedy
Ron Lynch听The Second City comedian delivers a hilarious show of impressions alongside local funny act Talent Time. 8pm at the Fox Cabaret. Tickets $15 at
Social
What the Mouth Wants听Author Monica Meneghetti celebrates the launch of her memoir with an intimate exchange of food and conversation. 7pm at Notional Space. Tickets from $15 at
Retro Gratification听In participation with the Capture Photography Festival, this evening unveils their latest exhibit featuring instant photography. 6pm at Science World. Free tickets at
Food
Cooking Without Sugar听Registered dietician and True Nosh founder Ren茅e Chan guides this informative class on how to cook healthier without compromising on taste. 6:30pm at the True Nosh Kitchen. Tickets $45 at
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Thursday, Apr. 6
Arts
Shadows in the Mirror听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
麻豆传媒映画World Music Festival听The three-day festival launches with performances by Mark Sullivan and Andy Hillhouse, Toque Flamenco, and Tanga. 8pm at Guilt & Co. Tickets $15 at
Total Shred听Electric guitarists Ben Yardly, Erol Sora and others take the stage in this fun concert of blasting rock classics. 8pm at the Fox Cabaret. Tickets $7 at
Comedy
Genetic Drift听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
Social
Camp Still听Vancouver鈥檚 first mass meditation party takes place with special guest Sound Bath. Expect good music, food, contests, and activities galore. 7pm at the Goldcorp Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre. Tickets $25 at
