Metro Vancouver events on April 22, 2017
April 22, 2017
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BrickCan LEGO Exhibit
BrickCan is back - For LEGO fans of all ages! Canada's largest Public LEGO Exhibition returns to the River Rock in Richmond!
Richmond | The River Rock Theatre | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Kids
Brian Grison: Adventures of a Drawing Boy
For this series of mixed-media drawings on heavy watercolour paper, Brian Grison has developed a project that is a commentary on the mental life of the student, with himself as the artist/student model.
Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Synergy Dance Competition - 10th Anniversary Tour
We understand the dedication and hard work of the dancer, teacher, studio and family. As a family based business, family values and team spirit are at the core of our philosophy.
Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 9:00 am to 7:00 pm | Dance
Adventures of a Drawing Boy - Brian Grison
For this series of mixed-media drawings on heavy watercolour paper, Brian Grison has developed a project that is a commentary on the mental life of the student, with himself as the artist/student model.
Burnaby | Bob Prittie Library (Metrotown) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Richmond Earth Day Youth Summit
An annual youth-led, youth oriented conference that promotes environmental awareness and action through engaging speakers and workshops.
Richmond | Hugh Boyd Secondary School | 9:00 am to 12:45 am | Workshop
Exhibition: Breaking Down the Fourth Wall
Diego Bastianutti and Jon Guido Bertelli explore life in the Vancouver Downtown Eastside through word and image. Their art focuses on the homeless and the addicts, underscoring their resilience, their undeniable humanity and dignity
Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Window Gallery: Qaqtis, Graffiti Therapy, First Nations and graffiti on street wear
My art is a combination of my two favourite art forms – First Nations art and graffiti. By painting clothing such as hoodies and shoes, I bring together the worlds of the retail industry and the immense graffiti scene in this city
Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Amazonia: The Rights of Nature
MOA will showcase its Amazonian collections in a significant exploration of socially and environmentally-conscious notions intrinsic to indigenous South American cultures, which have recently become innovations in International Law
Vancouver | Museum of Anthropology at UBC | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Variety Challenger Field official opening
Join the festivities at the opening of the Variety Challenger Field at Hillcrest Park
Vancouver | Hillcrest Park | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm | Family | Free
Michael Bednar: The Fraser, Living River
Large-format photographs documenting the importance of the Fraser River to Richmond by Michael Bednar an award-winning travel and documentary photographer
Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Omnis Temporalis
Omnis Temporalis is a multiform collaborative project that combines artistic genres by drawing together the cartoon work by renowned Canadian cartoonist Seth with original music and performance by Vancouver-based composer Mark Haney
Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Kids Gallery at Surrey Museum
The sustainability focused Kids Gallery is all about fun. Check out the latest theme: food!
Surrey | Surrey Museum | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Community Treasures: My Disney World
Join the local Disney fan club for a display of rare Disney items from their collections
Surrey | Surrey Museum | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
Surrey Celebrates Canada 150. 2017 Party for the Planet
Surrey celebrates earth day! Party for the Planet will be full of fantastic performances! Enjoy fabulous, free performances at Party for the Planet.
Surrey | Surrey City Hall | 10:00 am to 7:00 pm | Family | Free
We Come to Witness: Sonny Assu in Dialogue with Emily Carr
Sonny Assu continues his ongoing body of work Interventions on The Imaginary, creating a new series of digital tags on a body of Emily Carr paintings selected from the Vancouver Art Gallery’s collection
Vancouver | Vancouver Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Introduction to Photography by Broadway Camera
Broadway Camera's 'Introduction to Photography' will guide you through all you need to know to get started with your new DSLR or mirrorless camera!
Vancouver | Broadway Camera | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Workshop
Intermediate Photography by Broadway Camera
Go beyond the basics and take your photography to the next level with 'Intermediate Photography', part of Broadway Camera's School of Photography courses
Vancouver | Broadway Camera | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Workshop | Free
Dawn Michelle Russell: Thirteen to Zero: exploring sustainable design
The Craft Council of BC is pleased to announce our upcoming exhibition, 'Thirteen to Zero', by Dawn Michelle Russell.
Vancouver | Crafthouse | 10:30 am to 5:30 pm | Exhibition
Earth Day at Everett Crowley Park
Come celebrate Earth Day at Everett Crowley Park, Vancouvers longest running Earth Day celebration!
Vancouver | Everett Crowley Park | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Nature / Animals | Free
Burnaby Mountain Golf Festival
Join the action and fun at the Burnaby Mountain Golf Festival!
Burnaby | Burnaby Mountain Golf Course & Driving Range | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Sports
Bill Reid Creative Journeys
An exhibition presented in partnership with the Vancouver International Airport to mark the 20th anniversary of Bill Reid's iconic sculpture, The Spirit of Haida Gwaii
Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Xi xanya dzam - Celebrating our Amazing Artists
Xi xanya dzam is the Kwak'wala word which describes the gifted people who create works of art, and is the title of our upcoming exhibition
Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
DOXA presents: A Very Special Brunch at Vij's
In partnership with Vij's, DOXA Documentary Film Festival is proud to present an exclusive fundraising event that is sure to tantalize your taste buds while also giving you a fabulous and fun way to support the festival!
Vancouver | Vij's Restaurant | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising
Casey Wei: Karaoke Music Video Maker Free Store
On every Friday & Saturday in April, UNIT/PITT Projects will be transformed into a video store where you can make your own fabulous music video of a karaoke song (or your own material) in front of a green screen
Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Music | Free
Startup Hacks 2017 - Entrepreneurship Business Conference
Join hundreds of aspiring entrepreneurs, business professionals and community leaders for Vancouver's Upcoming Startup Business Conference on April 22, 2017 at the beautiful Diamond Auditorium at SFU Burnaby
Burnaby | SFU Leslie & Gordon Diamond Auditorium | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Business / Finance
The Salish Weave Collection: Works on Paper
Join us for the exhibition The Salish Weave Collection: Works on Paper.
Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Arts Alive 2017
Join us for the exhibition The Salish Weave Collection: Works on Paper.
Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Reshaping the Familiar: Mark Bowen & Bob Leier
Artists Mark Bowen & Bob Leier explore the of reality of what we see through new eyes
West Vancouver | Silk Purse Arts Centre | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Live Jazz at Brentwood
Live Jazz at Brentwood is back! Join us every Saturday and Sunday in April for live jazz performances by local artists.
Burnaby | Brentwood Town Centre | 12:00 am to 2:00 pm | Music | Free
Song of the Open Road
Vikky Alexander, Robert Arndt, Gerard Byrne, Jacqueline Hoàng Nguyễn, Kelly Jazvac, Kelly Lycan, Niamh O’Malley, Dawit L. Petros, Greg Staats, Lisa Tan
Vancouver | Contemporary Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Visual Arts
Train Dreams
The train looms large in the history of Canada, British Columbia and the Tri-Cities. It is just over 130 years since the first transcontinental train pulled into Port Moody from Montreal and, the Art Gallery at Evergreen presents the exhibition
Coquitlam | Evergreen Cultural Centre | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Goat's Milk Soap Making
Come and learn the basics of soap making with milk. This class is very similar to cold process soap making and you do not need any previous experience to enjoy this introduction
Coquitlam | Coquitlam Heritage Society | 12:30 am to 3:30 pm | Workshop
Camera, Lights, Sound! with Fran Breden
Gain the confidence to set up a video shoot under the skilled guidance of artist Fran Breden!
Vancouver | VIVO Media Arts Centre | 12:30 am to 5:00 pm | Workshop
2017 Vancouver Special House Tour
Back for its 9th year, the Vancouver Special House Tour offers a chance to get inside 5 examples of the now iconic housing style unique to Vancouver.
Vancouver | The Vancouver Heritage Foundation | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition
Intro to Music Production & Ableton Live with Alex Klinke
Join producer Alexandre Klinke to expand your music performance and composition methods with this in-depth introduction to the multifaceted software, Ableton Live
Vancouver | VIVO Media Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Workshop
Is Your Baby Sleeping Through the Night?
Come learn about the biology of sleep in babies, why babies wake up at night, what is developmentally appropriate to expect from your baby, and what you can do to create healthy sleep habits that will last a lifetime.
Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family
Angels In America. Partone: Millennium Approches
Hailed as one of the most important works of 20th-century theatre, Angels in America is a timeless tale of companionship and abandonment that takes place when the personal became political.
Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre
Free Dance + Poetry Workshop
Participate in a series of free dance (creative movement) and poetry workshops until May 27, 2017, with professional artists from diverse backgrounds
Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Workshop | Free
Mom's the Word 3: Nest 1/2 Empty
From the world-renowned creative team behind the Mom’s the Word series comes a new chapter in their stories of family and fracas.
Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Theatre
Parade
In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of 13 year old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ.
Vancouver | The Norman Rothstein Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Musical
Vertical Influences
Le Patin Libre is creating a new kind of ice dancing, far beyond the confines of traditional figure skating.
Vancouver | Britannia Ice Rink | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Dance
The Piano Teacher
Lessons on Life and Love. When Erin, a classical pianist, experiences the loss of the life she knew, she also finds herself dealing with the departure of her own musical expression.
Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Theatre
Royal City Musical Theatre: Anything Goes
Royal City Musical Theatre will bring the Massey stage alive with the Tony Award winning, tap-dancing musical, Anything Goes.
New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Musical
North Vancouver LoLo Food Tour
During the 2.5 hour tour, you will be able to learn about the historic ship building industry and early settlers to the area as you savor a delicious culinary experience. The tour includes 10 stops featuring 7 market vendors
North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Food / Wine
Analog: Pop Up Vinyl Shop by Steel & Oak
On Record Store Day indie and electronic record labels from across Metro Vancouver will descend upon New Westminster for a day of live music, beer, food and of course crate digging!
New Westminster | 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music | Free
Curator tour with Kimberly Phillips
Taking its title from a poem by Walt Whitman, the Contemporary Art Gallery presents a group exhibition as the central feature of this year’s Capture Photography Festival
Vancouver | Contemporary Art Gallery | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Exhibition | Free
MYVoice at the Chan
The MYVoice finale concert is part of the VAN/MAN Male Choral Summit in the glorious acoustics of the Chan.
Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music | Free
Vicentini Society’s Spring Banquet
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Live music by Viva Band.
Vancouver | Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre | Food / Wine
Vertical Influences
Le Patin Libre is creating a new kind of ice dancing, far beyond the confines of traditional figure skating.
Vancouver | Britannia Ice Rink | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance
Lions Gate Sinfonia - Spring at Last
This concert will celebrate Earth Day, starting with Michael Conway Baker's "Planet for the Taking"
North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music
Chor Leoni Men's Choir presents Van/Man Male Choral Summit
Now in its third year, VanMan has become a favourite of Chor Leoni audiences, and this year becomes a sought-after international destination for male choirs.
Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Festival
La Modestine performs: Music at the Manor
La Modestine was formed in 2016 by four renowned musicians (Marc Destrubé, Michael Jarvis, Natalie Mackie, and Linda Melsted) who discovered that playing together was one of their great joys
Vancouver | Hodson Manor | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music
American Woman
Celebrate the music of the legendary Canadian rock group, The Guess Who! "American Woman" is a song released by the Canadian rock band The Guess Who in January 1970, from their sixth studio album of the same name
Delta | Genesis Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music
Royal City Musical Theatre: Anything Goes
Royal City Musical Theatre will bring the Massey stage alive with the Tony Award winning, tap-dancing musical, Anything Goes.
New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical
Chor Leoni Van/Man Male Choral Summit
Now in its third year, VanMan has become a favourite of Chor Leoni audiences, and this year becomes a sought-after international destination for male choirs
Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:10 pm | Music
Angels In America. Partone: Millennium Approches
Hailed as one of the most important works of 20th-century theatre, Angels in America is a timeless tale of companionship and abandonment that takes place when the personal became political.
Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre
2000 by Joan MacLeod - Light Hearted Drama
Told with great humour 2000 is rich with human spirit.
North Vancouver | North Vancouver Community Players | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre
VSO Spring Fest: Songs and Serenades
Multi-talented Canadian artist and audience favourite James Ehnes conducts and performs on the violin and viola, in a beautiful, lyrical program that kicks off the 2017 Spring Festival
Vancouver | The Orpheum | 8:00 pm to 10:10 pm | Music
Vinci By Maureen Hunter
Vagabond Players Presents Vinci By Maureen Hunter. Directed by Matthew Davenport. A Western Canadian Premier
New Westminster | The Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre
The Harpoonist & the Axe Murderer
With special guest Leeroy Stagger & The Rebeltone Sound. Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer are the Vancouver based blues duo, consisting of Shawn Hall and Matthew Rogers
Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music
The Dance Centre presents Global Dance Connections 7: Lesley Telford
The Dance Centre presents the Global Dance Connections series - Lesley Telford Spooky. Action at a Distance
Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Dance
Mom's the Word 3: Nest 1/2 Empty
From the world-renowned creative team behind the Mom’s the Word series comes a new chapter in their stories of family and fracas.
Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre
PARADE
In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of 13 year old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ.
Vancouver | The Norman Rothstein Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical
The Piano Teacher
Lessons on Life and Love. When Erin, a classical pianist, experiences the loss of the life she knew, she also finds herself dealing with the departure of her own musical expression.
Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre
Salsa & Latin Dance Night
Featuring Salsa, Bachata & Merengue lesson & Latin Music with Alberto Gonzalez and Teresa Szefler
Coquitlam | Evergreen Cultural Centre | 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Dance
Theatre West Van Presents: The 39 Steps
Adapted from the original novel by John Buchan and the film version by Alfred Hitchcock, this zany comedy is performed by a cast of four who portray multiple characters
West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Theatre
Michael Kaeshammer
Michael Kaeshammer is a Canadian jazz & boogie-woogie pianist, vocalist, composer, arranger and producer.
West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre Grosvenor Theatre | 8:00 pm to 0:00 am | Music
A Mighty String Thing
The Rogue Folk Club presents: A Mighty String Thing with Josh and Max Baca, Doug Cox, Cecile Doo-Kingue, Sam Hurrie & Celso Machado
Vancouver | St. James Community Hall | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music
Funny Music Weirdo
Chase Padgett, creator and star of 6 Guitars and Nashville Hurricane, swings for the fences with an hour of comedy showcasing music, characters, stories, and his own personal take on why Crossfit is cruel and unusual punishment.
Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show
DECK or How I Instigated Then Overcame An Existential Crisis Througn Home Improvement
Join us for DECK, a darkly hilarious take on the modern milieu of a small-town, semi-urban environment
Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre
N'we Jinan Volume 5 - Album Release Concert by N'we Jinan
Celebrate the National Release of N’we Jinan’s The Silent War Volume 5 Album
Vancouver | 1739 Venables Hall | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music
Jon and Roy with Ashleigh Ball (of Hey Ocean!)
Jon Middleton and Roy Vizer each brought something new to the sessions for Riverside, their sixth recording as the acclaimed roots/folk rock band Jon and Roy
Vancouver | Imperial Vancouver | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music
Comedy Basement Pro/Am Showcase f. Karl Sullivan
The Comedy Basement Pro/Am Showcase features Vancouver's funniest professional & up-and-coming stand up comics every Saturday at Goldies!
Vancouver | Goldies Pizza | 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Comedy
Brett Martin
Brett Martin is rising Canadian Comedy star
New Westminster | Lafflines Comedy Club | 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy
Steven Cooper
Based out of Vancouver, with his guitar permanently strapped to his back, Steven Cooper is a singer/songwriter who lives for his craft
Coquitlam | Hard Rock Casino Vancouver | 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Music
Dance Mob
Dance Mob is a 3 piece band from the Pacific Northwest that has been pounding out the hits since 2004
Coquitlam | Hard Rock Casino Vancouver | 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Music
Shakespeare After Dark: Improv with a Buzz
Shakespeare After Dark is the highbrow fusion of Shakespeare served with a side of improvisational mischief
Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Theatre
80s vs 90s Night
The Fox Cabaret presents the ultimate throwback dance party throwdonw where the greatest hits of the 80s and the 90s face off together in one amazing party.…
Vancouver | Fox Cabaret | 10:30 pm to 2:00 am | Music