Dramatic dance and intricate masks are part of the Dancers of Damelahamid’s regalia.| Photo courtesy of Dancers of Damelahamid.
Sumie: Ink Brush Paintings
Feb. 13–May 8
Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre
6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby
Takao Tanabe, a Canadian born painter of Japanese descent, is showcasing his works using sumie, also known as brush painting, ink wash painting or Japanese ink painting. His works generally focus on landscapes, particularly those of British Columbia, where he was born and raised. Over 35 of his works will be on display.
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Global Soundscapes Festival: Notes from the Araxes Basin
Feb. 19–29
Various locations
The Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra will be showcasing music from the Middle East in an intimate concert by contemporary Middle Eastern (Turkey, Armenia, Lebanon and Iran) and Canadian composers performed by Vancouver-based musicians and guest ensembles from Victoria and Montreal. A musical, intercultural transcendence not to be missed.
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Secret revealed.| Photo by Bill Meeker.
Secrets of the Penthouse: Heritage Vancouver Night
Feb. 24
The Penthouse
1019 Seymour St., Vancouver
Forbidden Vancouver is once again pulling back the curtain on a Vancouver building, allowing a unique peek inside. Next up is The Penthouse, where you’ll be guided by the nightclub’s owner Danny Filippone on a one-of-the-kind tour of the family-run business that has been on the streets of Vancouver since 1947.
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Vancouver Recital Society: Richard Goode
Feb. 28
Vancouver Playhouse
600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
One of the leading interpreters of Classical and Romantic music will be at the Vancouver Playhouse. This multiple award-winning musician takes the stage here for the first time since 2007. His music is powerful, deep, expressive and unique, making this a concert certainly worth attending.
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Coastal First Nations Dance Festival
March 1–6
Museum of Anthropology, UBC
The Dancers of Damelahamid are once again performing at MOA. Indigenous songs, stories and dances are at the heart of the festival and dancers from B.C., the Yukon, Alaska and Washington State as well as international guests will perform in their traditional styles following age-old customs that are still relevant today. Started in 2008, the Coastal First Nations Dance Festival is an opportunity for First Nations artists to share their talent, allowing all cultures to shine through.
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VSO: The Legendary Itzhak Perlman
March 2
The Orpheum
601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Itzhak Perlman has accomplished so much in his career. He’s won an academy award, played at a White House state dinner for Queen Elizabeth II, been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom and much more. Now he’s at the Orpheum, and he’s ready to dazzle all comers with his music, including Beethoven’s 7th symphony.
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Harumatsuri (formerly J-Fest)
March 5
Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre
6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby
The Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre will be hosting this annual one day celebration of Harumatsuri, a celebration and exhibition of Japanese arts and culture. Panels, video and AMV showings, games, artists, vendors and more will be on hand at this Japanese cultural extravaganza.
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Indian Summer Supper Club at Nuba
March 8
Nuba in Kitsilano
3116 West Broadway, Vancouver
Get ready to eat some of the best Lebanese food in Vancouver at Nuba, where a three course meal of their healthy and delicious cuisine will be eaten along with contemporary arts put on by the Indian Summer Festival.
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Vancouver International Women in Film Festival
March 8–13
VIFF’s Vancity Theatre
1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Two local films will have their premieres, and five international films will have their Canadian debuts at the Vancouver International Women in Film Festival, presented by Women in Film and Television Vancouver. This is the 11th installment of the festival celebrating the best of cinema created by women.
