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The Power And Passion Of Opera: A New Season Begins with Verdi’s Rigoletto

Across centuries and continents, opera has remained one of humanity’s most electrifying art forms—where voice, music, and theatre unite to ignite every sense. From the gilded halls of Milan to the modern stages of Vancouver, each season’s opening is a celebration of timeless storytelling. In this city by the sea, Vancouver Opera’s season launch marks...

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From Godard to Homegrown Greats: VIFF 2025 Turns Up the Drama

The Vancouver International Film Festival is back, and cinephiles, brace yourselves—because VIFF 2025 is serving cinema with a capital C. From October 2 to 12, the city transforms into a film lover’s paradise, rolling out its 44th edition with more than 435 screenings, electric VIFF Live performances, and talks that put you face to face...

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A Doll’s House Reimagined: A Bold New Vision on the Vancouver Stage

A Doll’s House has returned to the Vancouver stage, reimagined for today’s audience in a powerful new version by celebrated playwright Amy Herzog. Presented in partnership with Theatre Calgary, this groundbreaking production runs until October 5, 2025, at the Stanley BFL CANADA Stage. First performed in 1879, Henrik Ibsen’s drama shocked audiences with its unflinching...

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Splash 2025 Unveiled: Art, Impact, and Inspiration

Arts Umbrella’s iconic Splash Art Auction – presented by Nicola Wealth and co-chaired by Christie Garofalo and Bruce Munro Wright, O.B.C. – returns for its 43rd year, continuing its legacy of changing young lives through the power of art. A cornerstone of Vancouver’s cultural calendar, Splash 2025 invites the public to experience art in ways...

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Her Wealth Summit: Vancouver’s Day of Financial Empowerment

Consider this your personal invitation to an extraordinary day dedicated to empowering women to live the financial life they are meant to live. Her Wealth Summit, a non-profit society focused on the financial betterment of women, is bringing a full-scale financial empowerment conference to Vancouver on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at The Vancouver Club. From...

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Oops, You Missed It: Vancouver’s Best-Kept Secrets Tourists Skip

Vancouver, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and majestic mountains, is one of the world’s most dynamic, picturesque cities. Visitors from around the globe flock to its renowned attractions like Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Grouse Mountain. However, there is so much more to this coastal gem than its postcard-perfect sites. What visitors and tourists miss...

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UBC’s CampOUT! 2025: An Evening of Support, A Future to Shape

On a summer evening in Vancouver, the spirit of community illuminated every corner of the Christie & David Garofalo residence. Guests gathered for An Evening in Support of CampOUT!—an extraordinary celebration of generosity and purpose presented by Vancity. This signature event raised more than $110,000, including over $23,000 from a spirited silent auction, all to...

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Bard on the Beach 2025: Shakespeare with a Twist (and a Mixtape)

The Bard is back, and the 2025 Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival promises to dazzle Vancouver audiences once again with four dynamic productions set against the stunning backdrop of Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park. From June through September, theatre lovers can immerse themselves in comedy, drama, and reimagined classics—all while enjoying the fresh sea air and vibrant...

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Chinese Canadian Museum Celebrates a Golden Era: Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s-2000

As the Chinese Canadian Museum approaches its second anniversary, it proudly unveils Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s–2000—an immersive exhibition that honours three transformative decades of music, identity, and migration. Running only a few short days, the exhibition invited visitors to explore the cultural impact of Cantopop and Mandopop from 1980 to 2000 through the lens...

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Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal Swings from the Pacific Coliseum’s Rafters

Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL is a powerful journey of self-discovery that transforms the ice into a surreal playground of imagination and acrobatics with choreography by figure skating icon Kurt Browning. Blending breathtaking aerials with precision skating, CRYSTAL follows the story of a young misfit who, after plunging through a frozen pond, enters a fantastical realm...

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