Thursday, May 12
Music
The Pack A.D. Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»garage-rock duo return home to play the first of two nights in support of their forthcoming album with Dead Soft and Glad Rags. 8pm at The Cobalt. Tickets $17 at Red Cat, Neptoon, Highlife and
Santigold American rapper and producer from from Philly makes good on a cancelled date, bringing the We Buy Gold tour to town in support of 99¢. 7pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $34.50 at . All ages show.
Cate Le Bon LA-based Welsh singer-songwriter on tour in support of Crab Day with special guests Mega Bog. 8pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $14 at Red Cat, Zulu and
Chicken-Like Birds and No Mothers Sloppy blues, ragtime and bluegrass from the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»duo as they co-headline with the stereo viola folk rock band with special guest Leah Barley. 8pm at LanaLou’s. Cover is $10.
Songwriter’s Night An evening of songwriting and storytelling featuring Ian Sherwood, Maria Dunn, Khari McClelland and Lydia Hol. 8pm at St. James Hall. Tickets $24 at Highlife, Rufus’ Guitars, Tapestry Music and
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. 7:30pm at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Tickets at . Runs until July 10.
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Friday, May 13
Music
Lux Antiqua: Songs of Light Cantata Singers present their final performance of the season, joining forces with Redshift Music Society for a unique and extraordinary a cappella program featuring three world premieres and Jordan Noble’s composition Lux Antiqua. 7:30pm at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. Tickets $30 at
La Chinga Local rockers hit the stage in support of a new LP with a little help from Black River Killers, Doctor Claw, the Highway Kind and Smash Alley. 8pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $12 at Red Cat, Neptoon, and
So Hideous Orchestral post-metal outfit from Brooklyn headline with special guests Bosse-de-Nage, Finite and Sevens Nine and Tens. 8pm at Funky Winker Beans. Ìý
Civiliana Local rockers play in support of Out The Window with special guest Sleep Science and the Flu. 8pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $10 at
Brehdren Energetic jazz, indie pop and rock with elements of ska and reggae from these locals with special guests Wannanawanna and the Eleven Twelves. 9pm at LanaLou’s. Cover is $10. All ages welcome
Ederlezi 2016 The seventh annual Balkan-Roma Spring Festival & Brass Band Extravaganza features five bands, two dance troupes and special guest master trumpeter Demiran Cerimovic, from Serbia. 8pm at Grandview Legion Hall. Tickets $12-$23 at Highlife, Boemma Deli and Ìýor $15-$25 at the door.
Comedy
Ben Gleib Actor, satirist, writer and comedian, a roundtable regular on Chelsea Lately and host of Last Week on Earth with Ben Gleib and Idiotest performs with opening sets from Levi McCachen and Dino Archie. 8pm & 10:30pm at Comedy Mix. Tickets $18 at
Matt Wright Writer, director and stand-up comedian from Newfoundland with a #2 comedy album Vasectomy Baby, whocan be heard on SiriusXM appears with opening sets from Larke Miller and John Cullen. 8pm at Yuk Yuk’s. Tickets $20 at
Theatre/Dance
Ballet BC The thirtieth anniversary goes out with a spectacular bang, with work by two audience favourites, and a newcomer making waves worldwide in a program of 16+ a room, Bill, and I and I am You. 8pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at . Runs until May 14.
Facing East An upstanding Mormon couple face a long ignored reality, and must reconcile feelings with beliefs in this fully-staged musical when they unexpectedly meet the partner of their gay son, in the wake of his suicide. 8pm at Jericho Arts Centre. Tickets at . Runs until May 14.
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Saturday, May 14
Music
Songs of the British Isles Laudite Singers tour the British Isles in a program of a capella music in a nod to Canada’s ties to these islands featuring a premiere work from composer-in-residence Chris Sivak. 8pm at St. Andrews United Church. Tickets $25 at . All ages welcome.
Damien Jurado & The Heavy Light Seattle singer, songwriter on tour in support of his latest release, Visions of Us on the Land, with special guest Ben Abraham. 8pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $18 at Red Cat, Zulu and
Lights Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician from Toronto plays an acoustic set in support of her latest release, Midnight Machines, with special guest Kieran Mercer. 8pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $37.50 at . All ages show.
Supersuckers Local rock outfit hits the stage for a special country music edition with opening sets from Shawn James & the Shapeshifters and In The Whale. 7pm at The Cobalt. Tickets $20 at
Galgamex A fundraiser for Shannon with special guests Gross Misconduct, Cadaveric Lividity and Bushwacker. 9:30pm at Funky Winker Beans. Cover is $10.
Johnny 2 Fingers & the Deformities Moose Jaw’s most revered rock ‘n’ rollers return with special guests Harma White, Staggers & Jaggers and Muddy Goats. 8:30pm at Pat’s Pub. Cover is $10.
Theatre/Dance
People Like Us Set on a single night in a New York City bar, this performance from the Mariposa Theatre Wing is a love letter to musical theatre borrowing from hits like Rent, Follies, and Company. 7:30pm at Marpole United Church. Tickets $15+ at All ages welcome.
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Sunday, May 15
Music
FMLYBND Indie-electronic band from Santa Barbara tours in support of Hearts On Fire, with special guests Olivver the Kid and Dark Waves. 7:30pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $12 at Red Cat and
Magrudergrind American grindcore band from Washington, DC play tunes from II with special guests Yautja, Ogroem and Wtchdr. 8pm at The Astoria. Tickets $15+ at Red Cat, Neptoon, Zulu andÌýÌýor $20 at the door.
Tori Kelly American singer, songwriter, record producer and Grammy-nominated Best New Artist plays tunes from Unbreakable Smile, her debut release. 8pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets $57+ at
Gorgeous Gershwin Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra busts out the great American songbook to close out their season on an ebullient note in a bright and boisterous programme under the direction of conductor Leslie Dala. 2pm at Orpheum Theatre. Tickets $10 at Ìýor at the door.
Comedy
Rape is Real and Everywhere: A National Comedy Tour Launch Rape jokes are everywhere, but who are the people telling them and are they ever okay, let alone funny? What if the people telling rape jokes were survivors? Seasoned stand-up comedians use humour to celebrate resiliency on the eve of their national tour after three sold out shows in Vancouver. 7:30pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $15 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.
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Monday, May 16
Music
Amon Amarth Swedish melodic death metal band appear in support of Jomsviking, with special guests Entombed A.D., and Exmortus. 8pm at Commodore Ballroom. Tickets $39.50 at Scrape, Ìýand
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 atEastVanComedy.com
Queer Prov Don’t let the queer deter you – you don’t 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 ol’ week. 8pm at XY (1216 Bute).
Theatre/Dance
Expressions Festival 2016 Arts Umbrella presents the annual showcase celebrating the boundless creativity of young talent with an expanded two week run, in a collection of inspired performances and exhibitions highlighting the talents of Canada’s next generation of theatre artists. Visit Ìýfor tickets and schedule. Runs until May 22.
Cheap & Fun
Karaoke Mondays DJ Christa Belle and Trevor Risk host this weekly send-up of karaoke with no cover, cheap drinks and questionable talent. 9pm at The Cobalt.
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Tuesday, May 17
Music
Nada Surf American alternative rockers from New York City appear in support of their eighth studio album, You Know Who You Are. 8pm at Venue. Tickets $22 at
Jayne Trimble Irish folk singer appears in support of In The Morning, with special guest Janaya Salmond. 8pm at Cottage Bistro. Cover is $7.
Archytas Quartet An intimate concert featuring glorious, passionate music by Franz Schubert, and world premiere from Vancouver’s own Marcus Goddard with Dale Barltrop and David Gillham on violin, David Harding on viola and Ariel Barnes on cello. 8pm at Fox Cabaret. Tickets $33.25 at
Theatre/Dance
Virgins Not just one musical, but three one act musicals on one bill, sure to make you laugh with tales of socially conscious teens, a journalist working on a story about porn and reality TV style competition. 8pm at Jericho Arts Centre. Tickets at . Runs until May 21.
Events
International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia Visit this information fair and explore the discrimination and challenges faced by LGBTQ people from all walks of life. 12-2pm at VPL Central Branch. Admission is free.
IGNITE! Every year, for one week The Cultch is taken over and transformed by hundreds of youth in this festival showcasing music, dance, spoken word, three one-act plays, a visual art exhibit and variety shows featuring improv, drag, circus arts and more all created by local artists ages 13-24. At Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»East Cultural Centre. Tickets and details at . Runs until May 21.
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Wednesday, May 18
Music
Songs of World War I Tenor Ian Bostridge, accompanied by pianist WenWen Du perform an artfully curated program of songs by Mahler, Stephan, Butterworth, Weill and Bitten exploring the music and poetry of the Great War. 7:30pm at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Playhouse. Tickets $25+ at
Comedy
Improv Against Humanity The Fictionals are back at the Rio for more horrible hilarity adding fresh cards to the IAH deck, handing out more sweet prizes and crowning the next Most Horrible Person in Vancouver. 8pm at Rio Theatre. Tickets at
Theatre/Dance
rEvolver Theatre Festival A diverse set of emerging and established Canadian artists explore new forms of storytelling and theatre arts in mainstage productions and cabaret-style shows presented by Upintheair Theatre. Runs until May 22 at The Cultch. Tickets at , Ìýand . Runs until May 22.
Events
Make Natural Rootbeer Join Rick Havlak in this workshop to make naturally effervescent rootbeer, as he guides through the step-by-step fermentation process with a bottle to take with you and a kit to get you started at home. 6pm at Homestead Junction (649 East Hastings). Tickets $40 at
Art
Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun: Unceded Territories Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»artist of Coast Salish and Okanagan descent showcases this provocative exhibition of new and existing paintings, drawings, sculptures and installation works that confront colonial suppression of First Nations peoples. 10am-5pm at Museum of Anthropology. Admission is free. Runs until Oct. 16.
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Thursday, May 19
Music
An Evening With An evening of original music from the soul featuring three of Vancouver’s finest vocal talents, Tonye Aganaba, Khari Wendell McClelland and Emily Chambers. 8pm at The Waldorf. Tickets $10 at
Big Black Delta Jonathan Bates, formerly of Mellowdrone and M83 plays tunes from his latest solo album Trágame Tierra. 8pm at Biltmore Cabaret. Tickets $12 at Red Cat and
Young Empires Toronto indie rockers appear in support of their debut album The Gates, with special guest Blajk. 8pm at Fortune Sound Club. Tickets $ at
Diana Arbenina & The Night Snipers Russian rock band plays a Canadian headlining spot. 7pm at Rickshaw Theatre. Tickets $60 at
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Ivan Decker One of Canada’s leading young comedians, Decker is a hilarious voice for the millennial generation with careful dissection of everyday trials matched with briallian timing and intelligent observation. 8:30pm at Comedy Mix. Tickets $15 at
Theatre/Dance
5 @ 50 Ruby Slipper Theatre and Zee Zee Theatre join forces to proudly present the North American premiere of Brad Fraser’s ensemble tour-de-force about friendship, addiction and co-dependence, a darkly comic portrayal of turning fifty in contemporary society. 8pm at PAL Studio Theatre. Tickets at
