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Sharing their musical kinship with traditional and folk music, Irish musicians Benny McCarthy and Eddie Costello and Newfoundland musician Billy Sutton formed Miscellany of Folk in 2022 just after the pandemic. They will perform at Kitsilano’s St. James Community Square on Oct. 3 in a show presented by the Rogue Folk Club. This show brings…
“Migration, loss of home, not good enough, abandonment, survival – these are huge patterns within the women of my lineage,” says Anastasia Koutalianos about 43 and me, which she’ll be performing as part of the upcoming Fringe Festival. “They weren’t supported to be anything out of the home,” she adds. “My maternal grandmother married and was…
The Future Worldings exhibit at Griffin Art Projects brings together a diverse group of international artists to explore the intricate themes of identity, displacement and cultural belonging in an ever-evolving world. Among these artists are South African multidisciplinary artist Wezile Harmans and Canadian-based artist Sun Forest, whose works invite visitors to engage in a deep, reflective dialogue…
Staceyann Chin was a ‘barrel child,’ one of the many Caribbean-born children who, in the 20th century, were left behind by parents who pursued opportunities abroad to better support their children. But these children were restricted from entering Canada alongside their parents due to baked-in immigration restrictions. Laurie Townshend’s documentary film, A Mother Apart, to be…
The Ethiopian Community Association of BC (ECABC) has long served as a central hub for many Ethiopians living in the region, offering various forms of support and fostering community. Through its range of services – including mentorship programs, language classes and health navigation – the association has looked to serve as a point of community…
Bringing together a mix of Spanish culture with Tawiwanese dance, Flamenco de Formosa showcases an intergenerational story of cultural exchange detailing a mirrored love of flamenco dance between mother and daughter. The performance is choreographed and led by Ballet Nacional de España member Hsueh Yu-Hsien, and features an array of dancers including Hsueh’s mother and Taiwanese flamenco…
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and artist Dobet Gnahoré has had music and art coursing through her veins from the very beginning. After growing up in an artist’s village in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghanoré spent the last 25 years creating and sharing original music, which is diversely influenced by a range of new and old African…
Canada’s largest and longest-running art book fair is set to return in-person for the first time since 2019. The Vancouver Art Book Fair (VABF) will feature over 80 diverse exhibitors at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre on July 26 and 27. “We’re really excited to have the fair back in person,” says Jonathan…
Muslim South Asian Canadian artist Farheen Haq explores the intricate beauty of familial and cultural connections, intergenerational pain and the journey towards healing. Presented by The Reach Gallery Museum, Haq’s multimedia exhibition I am my mother’s daughter displays twenty years of art through video, sculpture, performance and community engagement. “This exhibit is a record of two decades…
The Naadaleela Ensemble will be pushing the boundaries of music at the Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival. “It’s all brand-new music that no one has ever made before,” says Naadaleela ensemble percussionist and composer Curtis Andrews. “So, when you come to see our group, you’re going to hear and see something that doesn’t exist anywhere else.”.…
In the heart of Surrey, The Black Arts Centre looks to serve as a crucial hub of community and creativity. Founded with a mission to provide a dedicated platform for Black artists across British Columbia, the youth-owned centre has since evolved into a cultural hub, providing a space where artistic expression can flourish and diverse…
Indian Summer Festival returns again in 2024, holding host to a breadth of musical and artistic talent. While many of the most prominent artistic events include various musical acts, the festival also includes the work of returning set designer and artist Kimira Reddy, in collaboration with Boca Del Lupo arts company. Having previously created Under the…
On June 22 at Swangard stadium, a day-long festival will celebrate the third largest visible minority group in B.C. Pinoy Festival, now running for a second year, will bring a celebration of the Philippines to Burnaby for a day of food, dance and games – all to showcase and unite its rich and diverse culture.…
