Hey there.
As is tradition for a long weekend, the lovely weather has gone to ensure that you spend your extra day of freedom wondering if it's going to rain. On the plus side, it'll be easier to snag swim session spots at Hillcrest if nobody else wants to jump in the pool with you.
— V.
Senior editor
— FEATURE —
Future Geographies imagines different worlds at the Vancouver Art Gallery
A whale skeleton sculpted from plastic chairs. A philosopher's garden made of cables. A plastic jug, suspended from a sculpture made of fishing nets. Future Geographies is a new landmark exhibition at the Vancouver Art Gallery that examines contemporary art's relationship to climate change, where all these works and more reflect on the state of the world. “Artists are not scientists,” curator Eva Respini tells the Straight, “but they do have a role to play in how we might imagine our shared future on this planet.”
SPONSORED BY THE DANCE CENTRE
The Dance Centre presents Drift, a world premiere by Corporeal Imago
Drift creates a mysterious world where the human form recedes into a scarred landscape. Unfolding through compelling movement for five dancers, haunting visual effects, and atmospheric sound, this powerful work pushes at the boundaries of physical and visual performance.
May 21-23 at The Dance Centre: get tickets here.
— LIVING —
Is former Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths eyeing up the Whitecaps?
The latest twist in the Whitecaps' will-they-won't-they leave saga is that at least one local businessman wants to keep the team here. Arthur Griffiths, former owner of the Grizzlies and the Canucks, is rumoured to be interested… though it'll take more than good intentions to save the 'Caps.
Hall of Flame celebrates 40 years as the world's longest-running firefighter calendar
ABC’s park board commissioners aren’t running again… are they?
SPONSORED BY THE MISSION FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL
Mission Folk Music Festival Announces Full Weekend Schedule!
The Mission Folk Music Festival’s full weekend schedule of Main Stage and daytime performances and activities for the 39th festival, July 24-26 at Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission is now online. Single day, Evening, Weekend, Weekend+Camping tickets on sale at Early Bird discounts! Get schedule details & your tickets HERE.
— MUSIC —
Aram Bajakian channels Lou Reed's abrasive spirit
Who better to capture the essence of Lou Reed than one of the musician's former hired guns? Aram Bajakian is set to play selections from the Velvet Underground founder's notoriously confrontational Metal Machine Music ahead of two movies, showing this weekend at VIFF Centre. “It’s so overwhelming and intense, emotionally,” Bajakian says. “It’s a work of art, in that way, where you need time to digest it.”
Photos: Arkells take over the Commodore Ballroom
Review: Lucy Dacus embraces the unexpected at the Queen E
In playful conference-show Kevin, two facetious former teachers take on school. Presented by Théâtre la Seizième, May 21–23. With English surtitles.*
Arts Umbrella Dance Company returns with Memento Mori: A Season Finale Performance, live at the Vancouver Playhouse from May 21-23. Get your tickets today!*
Don't miss The Paper Kites with very special guest Donovan Woods, live at The Centre on May 20! Limited tickets left.*
*sponsored listing
— FOOD & DRINK —
Salt, lime, repeat: Tequila and Agave Festival returns this May
Did somebody say margaritas and mariachi? More than 100 brands of tequila, mezcal, and agave spirits will be on site for this year's Tequila and Agave Festival on May 30.
You Nearly Missed: Casa Molina is throwing a Spanish-style anniversary bash
— ICYMI —
Can DIY venues survive in Vancouver?
Outdoor pools and beach lifeguards return this weekend
What does the end of Taurus season have in store?
Vancouver Jazz Fest is back with dozens of free and low-cost shows
— THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND —
SPORTS: The Vancouver Canadians are hosting a First Responders Appreciation Night. (May 14 @ Nat Bailey Stadium)
DANCE: Co.ERASGA's Undivided Colours celebrates diverse and dynamic dance heritages. (May 14-15 @ The Dance Centre)
MUSEUM: I Use My Haida Eyes: The History Robes of Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson opens. (May 14 to October 12 @ Museum of Anthropology at UBC)
DANCE: Swan Lake glides onto the stage for Coastal City Ballet's 15th anniversary. (May 15 @ Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver)
VISUAL ARTS: Explore tiny sculptures from dozens of artists in Minutiae. (May 15-24 @ THIS Gallery)
MUSEUM: Learn about the science behind soccer with innovations from the FIFA Museum. (May 15 to September 7 @ Science World)
COMEDY: Comedian Joel Kim Booster wants you to know that he Chose This Way. (May 16 @ Biltmore Cabaret)
MUSEUM: Make the most of the long weekend and enjoy pay-what-you-can entrance for International Museum Day. (May 18 @ Museum of Vancouver)
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