"Brain research shows the arts promote mental health" ucalgary.ca/news/brain-r... "Evidence on the role of the arts in improving health & well-being" www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK553... "Consuming arts & culture is good for health & well-being, research finds" www.theguardian.com/society/2024...

"In this candid Glitch Theatre production, first-time playwright Alex K. Masse creates an open-hearted, often funny encounter between young neurodivergent and neurotypical co-workers" www.createastir.ca/articles/gli... #yvrarts

A review of our sweet show! Playing now until November 23rd. #canadiantheatre #theatre #disability #vancouver

Ok folks we are back at it again from 1-5. Yesterday was a lot. Heard from so many passionate Vancouverites. Unfortunately I heard the mayor say it was a waste of time. But I assure you, I’m listening.

Some much needed laughter. Can't wait! 'Tis the Sitcom opens Nov. 20 at The Improv Centre and runs until Dec. 30. Tickets at www.theimprovcentre.ca

Really light cloud cover in Vancouver but the super bright aurora above is still seeping through at times with spots of red and green lighting up the grey blanket between us and the spectacle. #auroras #auroraborealis #weather

Hey Vancouver, the auroras are out 😍 Photo taken tonight in Stanley Park

Opening this week at the Firehall Arts Centre... the Western Canadian premiere of "Between Breaths" by Newfoundland's Robert Chafe. Nov. 12-23 youtu.be/Pmu62aYJCLs?... Music by indie folk trio The Once youtu.be/Y64iD0soGb8?... Tickets at firehallartscentre.ca

The holiday season can be a stressful time for a variety of reasons. That’s why the funny folks at The Improv Centre on Granville Island are helping to chase away the winter blues with their newest festive show. dailyhive.com/vancouver/th...

According to Hill Strategies, there were more than 10,000 cultural workers in city in 2021. They're well educated and can form effective voting bloc, esp. if spouses jump in. ABC simply wants to blunt a challenge from nascent Vancouver Conservatives. statsinsights.hillstrategies.com/p/artists-in...

"Between Breaths, for me, is kind of a wish: that we may all exit the world being, at least in our own minds, the best versions of ourselves," says playwright Robert Chafe. The Firehall Arts Centre presents his Artistic Fraud production from November 12 to 23. www.createastir.ca/articles/sti...

I talked to Adam Grant Warren about Faye's Room, the latest show from Glitch Theatre, which starts in previews Friday and runs until Nov 23rd at the Vancity Culture Lab: thecommentary.ca/ontheline/23...

Ouch. #yvrarts

Whoa! Just caught this...

The musical genius behind Theatre Replacement's East Van Panto... vitamagazine.com/2025/11/05/p... East Van Panto: West Van Story November 19 - January 4 York Theatre Tickets at thecultch.com/event/east-v...

(1/2) Inspired by a true Newfoundland story, Between Breaths follows Dr. Jon Lien, “The Whale Man,” who rescued over 500 whales from fishing nets and earned the respect of local fishermen. As his body and mind fail him, his greatest struggle begins.

Glitch Theatre debuts with neurodivergent-led premiere. Nov. 8-23 at Vancity Culture Lab in #EastVan. www.straight.com/arts/glitch-...

Happy Halloween! (cheeky pumpkin c/o my nephew and his girlfriend)

My first time playing turntables at Tiny Desk Concerts with Clipping!! youtu.be/h0-k7vW9Xek

New from Glitch Theatre, Faye’s Room shines a spotlight on lived experiences of autism. @createastir.ca chats with emerging playwright Alex K. Masse & Glitch Theatre's Adam Grant Warren ahead of this world premiere (Nov. 8-23 @ Vancity Culture Lab). tinyurl.com/mr3zfhxe Tix: tinyurl.com/n5zudwse

A handful of shows left! Don't miss this stellar performance by Craig Erickson and Agnes Tong. createastir.ca/articles/wak... "Wakey, Wakey" runs until Nov. 2 at Pacific Theatre. Tickets at pacifictheatre.org

Check out these listings! Glitch Theatre’s world premiere of Faye’s Room by Alex K. Masse is on it! #theatresky #theatre #canadiantheatre

Nov. 12-23 at Firehall Arts Centre. www.firehallartscentre.ca/event/betwee...

Just a few performances left for "I Know What You Did Last Weekend" at The Improv Centre. Oct. 30 & 31 at 7:30pm | Nov. 1 at 7:30pm Tickets at tinyurl.com/ja35h9f3 www.createastir.ca/articles/imp...

"...an offbeat, small celebration of simply being here." Angie Rico is such a skilled writer. Her reviews always make my eyes well up. Have a read below. Wakey, Wakey is a must-see and runs until Nov. 2 at Pacific Theatre. #yvrarts #theatre

"The charm of Vacant Lot will touch every viewer as they too will reminisce about their own stories and journeys through life." Check out @jminter.bsky.social's review of #HiromotoIda's "Vacant Lot", at Firehall Arts Centre until Oct. 25. tinyurl.com/3xhdwhka #yvrarts #theatre #dance #Shogun

"It’s so easy to lose hope. It takes a lot of effort to keep working, keep digging, keep marching," Montreal choreographer Anne Plamondon tells Stir. Her piece Myokine is touring to the Firehall Arts Centre from October 30 to November 1. www.createastir.ca/articles/fir...

If you waited too long to plan your work holiday party and/or want to avoid a lame office party, head over to The Improv Centre for a twist of holiday magic and improv brilliance! 'Tis the Sitcom | Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30pm | Nov.20-Dec.30 tinyurl.com/24z45kv4

"Artistic Director Kaitlin Williams’ gentle direction highlights Erickson’s deftly captivating performance for a fitting end to this chapter of the spiritual-based theatre company." Tickets for Wakey, Wakey at pacifictheatre.org

We loved last night's Wakey, Wakey premiere at Pacific Theatre! Brilliantly engaging, surprisingly funny and deeply moving -- with a completely disarming central performance from Craig Erickson. Don't miss it! pacifictheatre.org/shows/

Hiromoto Ida’s Vacant Lot probes what happens to memories in a long-term marriage. It's at the Firehall Theatre in Vancouver from Wed. (Oct. 22) to Sat. (Oct. 25). @teresatrovatopr.bsky.social. Learn more @pancouver.bsky.social: pancouver.ca/hiromoto-ida...

"Wakey, Wakey" opens tonight (Oct. 17) at Pacific Theatre here in Vancouver (#SouthGranville) and runs until Nov. 2. www.straight.com/arts/wakey-w... Tickets at pacifictheatre.org

"Hiromoto Ida’s Vacant Lot integrates dance and theatre in probing what happens to memories in a long-term marriage." More here thanks to @pancouver.bsky.social's @charliesmithvcr.bsky.social tinyurl.com/3ukb9neu #FirehallArtsCentre #eastvan #yvrarts #theatre #dance

The much-loved East Van Panto is back for its 13th year! www.vancouverchristmasguide.com/east-van-pan...

At the @megaphonemagazine.com Fundraiser 🎉 Megaphone amplifies marginalized voices and creates meaningful work for those experiencing poverty. The mag features important community journalism and culture from the heart of the Downtown Eastside Donate to support: megaphonemagazine.com/donate/

Happening now at The Russian Hall!

Wonderful news! Congratulations @miss604.com!! Thank you for your tireless support of the arts. 💛

Your chance to see SAG Award-winning actor Hiromoto Ida in his own dance/theatre production here in #EastVan. Vacant Lot | Oct. 22-25 | Firehall Arts Centre Tickets at tinyurl.com/bdz28mnc #Shogun #Vancouver #arts #theatre #dance

Described by critics as a cross between #SamuelBeckett and The Daily Show host #JonStewart, Will Eno's "Wakey, Wakey" opens this week at Pacific Theatre. Learn more via @georgiastraight.bsky.social's @mikeusinger.bsky.social tinyurl.com/3zswx39t Tickets at pacifictheatre.org/show/wakey-w...

The 2026 #HopeInShadows calendar is here!!! ❤️ Get 'em while they're hot + support our low-income photographers + vendors! Cover shot winner by vendor Martin Verna, who sells outside Bean Around the World @ Main + Broadway. Stop by + say hello and congrats! 🥳 megaphonemagazine.com/find-a-vendor/

I Know What You Did Last Weekend is a hilarious and over-the-top homage to the iconic 1997 cult classic (and 2025 reboot), I Know What You Did Last Summer – with an improvised twist. Now on at The Improv Centre until November! 🎟️ Book your tickets: theimprovcentre.ca

The Firehall Arts Centre is launching its 2025-2026 season with dance/theatre production Vacant Lot by Nelson-based choreographer, director, and SAG Award-winning actor Hiromoto Ida. On stage October 22-26, 2025. #arts #theatre #vancouver

This photo makes me want to watch Gilmore Girls again. 🍁🍂

I will keep saying this, because it's going to be truer and truer: If you want a 100 percent non AI experience, go to a show. Any given night there's something going on.

Read about our fundraiser! It’s an evening of love, celebration and community. Celebrate our wonderful vendors with us ❤️ www.straight.com/city-culture...

The Improv Centre gets bloody hilarious in "I Know What You Did Last Weekend". Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm until November 1st. www.createastir.ca/articles/imp...

The Firehall Arts Centre is presenting Anne Plamondon Productions’ Myokine, a piece that explores the connection between movement, hope, urgency, and resilience, from October 30 to November 1. Details and tickets in story link: www.createastir.ca/articles/fir...

There are many events happening in honour of Orange Shirt Day on September 30 across the country. A community in North Vancouver is unveiling a unique tribute to honour the day.

Ten years later, some progress has been made but only 15/94 Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action are complete. 33 more are underway 29 projects are proposed 17 are not started www.cbc.ca/newsinteract...

Here's my LIVE SHOW SCHEDULE for the rest of 2025. Hope to see you down the road! >>> brentbutt.com/schedule