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Art is not just about something that hangs on the wall: art implies a progress in action that creates new forms of practice and artwork. This year’s performance, titled In the Shadow of the Archive (July 9 at 8 p.m., at the Vancouver Japanese Language School) draws on a theme related to Japanese history. “It’s…
For Linda Tanaka, music is one of the things that can cut cross all lines and overcome barriers. As artistic director of the Vancouver Folk Music Festival (VFMF), now in its 38th year, tries to deliver a festival that creates a sense of community for all. “The upcoming festival celebrates and supports all genres of…
Poised is the best word to describe artist Mandy Tsung: she is prepared for a journey toward success and loaded with discipline, determination and serious concerns about women’s issues. Along with partner Russell Alton, Tsung will present a series of small female portraits on wood panel in “Creatures of Habit,” an upcoming exhibition at Hot…
Mostly Marley, the Vancouver-based classic reggae band that has been bringing smooth reggae vibes to audiences around B.C., will be performing at this year’s Caribbean Days Festival. The festival takes place on the last weekend of July at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver and is a large cultural event that fuses parading, dancing, carnival and…
The Vancouver Folk Music Festival presents over 60 acts for its 38th annual event this July. New to the festival this year is Aboriginal singer/songwriter Diyet van Lieshout from Burwash Landing, Yukon. After moving to Vancouver at the young age of 13 to study music, going to university in Victoria and then getting married and…
Boy is it ever good to be lucky.That’s how Canadian writer Wayson Choy feels after passing each barrier put in front of him throughout life. Choy’s good luck streak doesn’t seem to be ending. He was recently awarded the George Woodcock Lifetime Achievement Award for outstanding long-time contributions to B.C. literature. He received $5,000 and…
Paola Murillo and Latincouver are proud to present the seventh annual Carnaval del Sol, a festival aimed at bringing an authentic Latin American fiesta to Metro Vancouver. For the past seven years, the Carnaval del Sol has showcased and promoted the Latin American community’s cultural flair. “It’s a space for people to think ‘Wow! I’m…
“Live a Day the Greek Way!” – Originally a weekend event in 1987, the annual Vancouver Greek Summerfest has become a 10-day event over two weekends run solely by volunteers. But what is the “Greek Way?” “The ‘Greek Way’ is one of filotimo,” says Rania Hatzioannou, who works behind the scenes of the summer festival…
One War, Two Victories, a traveling exhibit by the Chinese Canadian Museum Society sheds light on the trials, tribulations and triumphs of Chinese Canadians on behalf of Allied forces during the Second World War. The exhibit is currently on display at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site in Richmond. According to Brooke Lees, the site’s heritage…
Hosted by the Kimoto Gallery, Lori Motokado will have her first solo show of watercolours on paper. Created with muted colours and very fine brushwork, her works have an endearing quality. Photographs are copied with endless patience and loving care, each telling a story of longing for a time when the things we used were…
Copacetic relationships strengthen the bond both economically and culturally between countries, and June 2015 marks the 30th anniversary of the sister city relationships between Guangzhou and Vancouver. The “Guangzhou Week” will feature a series of activities in Vancouver. The Guangzhou Cantonese Opera and the Vancouver Cantonese Opera will put on three performances at the end…
Knocking on the door in other parts of the world can be a pleasurable experience as the visitor beholds and traces the intricate designs on a door knocker. Alireza Jahanpanah, architect and photographer, has researched and photographed door knockers in Iran for 25 years. Jahanpanah’s Iranian Door Knockers project is on display (June 10 –…
The 27th annual Dancing on the Edge Festival will take place from July 2 to 11 at various venues in Vancouver. The festival features contemporary dance performances from over 20 dance companies. Colleen Lanki, artistic director of TomoeArts, is set to debut her performance of Weaver Woman, a retelling of a classic Chinese folk tale…
