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This is the laugh-out-loud autobiographical story that has become one of Canada's most successful theatrical productions. In this farewell run, the creators/stars Ted and Richard propel you through comically poignant vignettes of their childhood piano lessons-complete with virtuoso displays of technique-and share the triumphs and tortures of being extraordinarily good failed musicians. Not just fo...

When: March 21 - April 6 Written by: Sharon Pollock, director Jennette White Where: Frederic Wood Theatre Experience this psychological thriller by Sharon Pollock, who conjures Lizzie Borden onto the stage. Borden was accused and acquitted of her parents' murder in 1892. Instead of a whodunit, Pollock has crafted a ‘whydunit', examining life in the Borden household of Fall River, Massachus...

  March 30th - March 31st, 2013 Come celebrate and share your passion for independent film. The Canada International Film Festival has firmly established itself among the top film festivals in Canada. Held each year in the beautiful and cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, British Columbia, the festival brings the very best of world cinema to Canada from over 90 countries around the world. The ...

Join celebrity host Dawn Chubai and the Bradley McGillivray Band for the magical evening in support of the BC SPCA. All you need is a mask, formal attire, and a sense of adventure! Live music, dancing, appetizers, silent auction, prize draws, and much, much, more at one of the hottests charity events in town.  Date: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Time: 7:30PM - midnight Location: Fairmont Hotel...

Treat yourself with this decadent, sinful, and delicious guided tour that celebrates the other popular bean in town, chocolate! Whether you fancy light milky temptations or dark exotic flavours, this tour will satisfy all the chocolate lovers out there and make a convert of those who seem to be able to resist. Learn about chocolate from the experts and experience the best chocolate treats in the ...

For 15 years, Rogers Arena has been thrilling and entertaining fans. For 15 years, our Vancouver Canucks have battled on the ice in the race to capture the title of Stanley Cup Champions. For 15 years, we have staged the best entertainment the music industry has to offer. We have opened our doors and welcomed over 21 million people. We have even reveled in Olympic gold when the Canadian women's a...

Truffles Café at VanDusen Botanical Garden is now serving a ‘proper' Afternoon Tea complete with three-tier tray of goodies, ceramic tea pots and cups, organic and private label teas.

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The medium of watercolour is one of the most challenging used by artists. After the pigment has been placed on paper, change is not possible and the artist must possess considerable skill to achieve his or her artistic goal. Two major artists working in British Columbia in the first half of the twentieth century used watercolour extensively: Emily Carr and Charles John Collings. At the Vancouve...

The Vancouver International Auto Show is Canada's third largest Auto Show, and one of Western North America's premier automotive exhibition events. The 2013 Vancouver International Auto Show will be hosted at the Vancouver Convention Centre West 1055 Canada Place  Public Show Days: Tues, March 26 - Sun, March 31 Tuesday - Thursday: Noon - 10PM Friday - Saturday: 10AM - 10PM Sunday: 10AM...

Relying on razor-sharp wit and lightning-fast reflexes, two teams of performers are pitted against each other in competitive improv matches.  Using audience suggestions to fuel scenes, teams must create totally improvised situations on the spot. Each TheatreSports match is overseen by a referee. More than just a whimsical host, the ref will slap the improvisers with penalties & jabs, or ...

Calling all local food enthusiasts! Visit Vancouver’s Winter Farmers Market at Nat Bailey Stadium. Find delicious locally made food and enjoy knowing where your food comes from and who cultivates it.