November 28 edition: A Vancouverite plays "Squid Game"

Seth Rogen was in town this weekend. The star was spotted at Little Bird dim sum in Kits, leading to one of those classic feel-good stories about hometown heroes done good coming back to their ol’ stomping grounds and boosting local businesses.

See, Rogen’s just like one of us: he likes Bib Gourmand small plates and Lee’s Donuts!

FEATURE

Commentary: We’re way too focused on pretendians

Rocky Cree actor Joel D. Montgrand asks, “Why do non-Natives get to be the most talked about Natives?”

CITY & CULTURE

How to make our food systems better

Figuring out how to feed a growing population, while reducing climate impacts and increasing access, is complex. Meet the BC thinkers leading the charge.

• BC seniors face a growing housing crisis

• Fleur de Villes’ Noёl brings Instagram-friendly flowers to town

• The search for affordable internet is over. oxio internet uses fair and sustainable pricing for all their plans. Use code GEORGIASTRAIGHT for first month free.*

• Experience the magic of more than 400 singers, brass quintet and organ December 3rd for Christmas with the Bach Choir at the historic Orpheum Theatre.*

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ARTS

What it was really like on Squid Game: The Challenge

Vancouver’s own Darylle Johnson describes what it was like to be number 273 on Netflix’s real-life version of Squid Game.

• Just For Laughs Vancouver announced its 2024 line-up

• Carousel Theatre’s Snow White shakes up the classic

• Here are the winners of the UBCP/ACTRA awards

• See Reflections on Crooked Walking, a family musical about the only ones left awake surrounded by sleeping townspeople, at Firehall Arts Centre from December 2-24.*

• Coming up this weekend: Zahak, The Serpent King by The Biting School. Don't miss this electrifying, boundary-breaking world premiere of dance and physical theatre!*

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MUSIC

Review: Skinny Puppy’s farewell to Vancouver was a dystopian fever dream

Skinny Puppy’s final Vancouver stop was as much a journey into the depths of their dystopian imagination as it was a critique of our dark future.

• What’s In Your Fridge: La Carmina

• Review: The Japanese House makes sadness feel good

• This Thursday! The Lore of the Shadow People Tour with Duff Thompson, Steph Green and Dean Johnson take over Wise Hall on Nov 30th.*

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FOOD & DRINK

The best zero-proof drinks in Vancouver (and where to find them)

The non-alcoholic and de-alcoholized drinks market has come a long way. Here are some options that actually taste good (and still ditch the hangover).

• Kringle’s pop-up bar heralds festive cocktails

• Bar Tartare carries the Juice Bar torch

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Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of Festival of Trees, presented by Scotiabank this holiday season. More than 30 uniquely decorated trees light up the stunning lobby of Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Each tree has been sponsored and decorated by local organizations to raise funds for the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.  A family-friendly activity, everyone is encouraged to visit and join in the festive fun to vote for their favourite tree!

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK

Vancouver Civic Theatres visual arts open house at Queen Elizabeth Theatre | November 28 | 5pm 

See works by Tiffany Blaise and Fanny Tang, with an artist talk and musical performance from Jeff Bryant. [Free]

Katie Tupper at Fox Cabaret | November 28 | 7pm 

The Saskatoon singer fuses neo-soul, folk, and R&B. [$23.60]

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy at Massey Theatre | November 28 to 29 | 7:30pm

James & Jamesy bring this British comedy classic to New West as part of their Pacific Northwest tour. [$69+]

s-yéwyáw: Awaken at Vancity Theatre | November 28 to December 7 | Various times

A trio of Indigenous multi-media changemakers document the traditional cultural teachings and legacies of their Elders. [$10.50+]

Orlando, My Political Biography at Vancity Theatre | November 28 to December 6 | Various times

The VIFF hit, inspired by Virginia Woolf’s Orlando, examines the struggles of trans and non-binary people. [$10+]

In Awe: Transformative Landscapes at Silk Purse Arts Centre | November 29 to December 21 | 12pm to 4pm

A joint exhibition from Shweta Patil and Riitta Peirone displaying contrasting interpretations of familiar mountains and forests. [Free]

The Slackers at Rickshaw Theatre | November 29 | 7pm 

Ska isn’t dead, as this reggae-punk-soul fusion act can attest. [$29.74+]

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