2023 Vancouver International Children's Festival brochure

Ignite your child ’s playful joy!

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May 30-June 4, 2023 on Granville Island

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Welcome to the 46th Annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival

On behalf of the Vancouver International Children’s Festival team, l am proud to present our stunning program comprised of six days of outstanding in-person performances and three weeks of online performances. Our goal is to reach as many children, families and educators as possible by presenting shows both in-person and online.

In 2023, four international artists, three national artists and eleven local artists including the commission, One of a Kind and the world premiere of Division Infinity, will grace our stages. This year we are excited to bring you works from Australia such as the extraordinary acrobatic show A Simple Space by world-renowned Gravity & Other Myths, ZOOOM by Patch Theatre, the outstanding company who create work specifically for children and Child Nation by the talented independent artist Jessica Wilson. In addition to our Australian focus, we have the pleasure of presenting Compagnie Zolobe from Madagascar for their inaugural Canadian tour of Sakasaka. Our diverse performers will share their extraordinary stories through music, dance, theatre, storytelling, circus arts, film and puppetry.

In addition to the shows, join us for interactive arts activities and workshops that invite you to be creatively playful with each other and the amazing artists that join us.

Please come out and experience a magical day at the Festival!

Katharine Carol Artistic & Executive Director

A Message from the Mayor

On behalf of my colleagues on City Council and the citizens of Vancouver, I want to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending the 2023 Vancouver International Children’s Festival.

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival began as a theatre festival for young audiences presenting international performances. The Festival is multidisciplinary presenting theatre, music, dance, circus, puppetry and storytelling and over the years has been an inspirational to major cities throughout Canada and abroad. This year, the festival programming is culturally diverse and representative of regional, national and international artists offered through a mix of in-person and online performances.

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the organizers, volunteers and the artists.

Best wishes from the entire City Council for a wonderful and successful event.

Sincerely, Mayor Ken Sim 3

Ticket Prices

In-person Festival Passes

Online Show Ticket

1 Show Day Pass*

Multiple viewers can watch 1 Online performance. Your ticket includes access to 2 Online Arts Workshops. Closed Captioning is available.

All performances are ticketed and require one of the following passes.

Tickets include 1 performance and Activity Village wristband.

• Household $24*

excludes the shows listed below

*A ll ticket prices subject to services charges and GST. No refunds or exchanges.

• Child/Senior $12.50 • Adult $22

Festival 4 Pack*

excludes Variety Show and the shows listed below

Site Activities Only!

4 tickets to 1 performance • 4 Pack $62

Tree*

• Child (ages 0–2) $5 • Adult/Senior $22

Activity Village wristbands are available for purchase on-site using cash or credit.

• $6 per day per person (includes GST and Service Charges)

Tree, a world in itself* • Child (Ages 4+) $12.50 • Adult/Senior $22

Accessibility

One of a Kind*

We strive towards creating an environment where any person or group feels welcomed, respected, represented, supported and valued to meaningfully participate. Please visit ChildrensFestival.ca for more information about accessibility.

• All tickets $12.50

Pyjama Nights* • All tickets $12.50

Variety Show*

• Child/Senior $23 • Adult $25

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival Society acknowledges that we create and work on the ancestral, traditional, stolen and unceded territories of the hən̓qə̓ min̓əm̓ speaking xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) and sə̓lílwəta

(Tsleil-Watuth) people and the Sníchim speaking Sḵwx̱wú7mesh

(Squamish) people. We acknowledge the on-going genocides of Indigenous peoples by Canada, particularly the atrocities committed against children.

We commit to work with the Indigenous Peoples of this land to raise the voices of Indigenous children through creativity and play.

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How to purchase tickets

Cash, Debit & Credit Cards accepted.

Tickets are at the Box Office until 2 hours before the show and then at the venue door 1 hour before the show. Shows often sell out so we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.

Visit our Website

Both In-person and Online show tickets can be purchased online and in advance through our website - ChildrensFestival.ca.

In-person show tickets are available to purchase on our website up until 2 hours before the show. Online show tickets are available for purchase on our website until 2pm on Sunday, June 4.

Pick Your Show(s) & Buy Now:

Parking

Granville Island is readily accessible by public transit, car, ferry, bike or on foot. Parking is limited on Granville Island so consider an alternative method of transportation. Please visit ChildrensFestival.ca for off-site parking ideas and tips when planning your day.

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Workshops, Special events and Programs

from the Wild Moccasin Dancers, rhythmic rhymes and animal grooves with RupLoops and a feast of dazzling costumes, traditional music and energetic dances from Aché Brasil.

Plus, sing along with local drag queen and host Peach Cobblah from Glamily!

All ages.

Tsatsu Stalqayu (Coastal Wolf Pack) Welcoming Ceremony Tuesday, May 30 at 11:30am • Activity Village

Tsatsu Stalqayu, Coast Salish People; Teaching our children the songs, dances, and stories will keep our traditions alive for generations to come.

Come see them peform in our Welcoming Ceremony.

• Child/Senior $23 • Adult $25

Youth for Youth Program

Variety Show

Saturday, June 3 at 6:30pm • Granville Island Stage

This program provides training, mentorship and performance opportunities for emerging artists ages 19–35.

The artists work with Deborah Williams to develop their personal story and a select group create One of a Kind (page 14), a new theatre piece which will be performed at the 2023 Festival.

Watch Festival performers cut loose at our annual Variety Show! This year’s tour de force features the daring acrobatics and deathdefying feats from A Simple Space, a dance extravaganza 7

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Tree

Motus (Québec) Theatre/Puppetry • Carousel Studio • 30 min • Ages 0–2 Share a special moment with your little one. Experience the magical world of Tree in this gentle and intimate show for the youngest of audiences. Tree is rare opportunity for your baby to experience live theatre created just for them! Settle into mama bird’s cozy nest while she warms her luminous clutch of eggs. Plants, insects, and animals visit, accompanied by soothing melodies and rhythmic music. As evening falls, you’ll rest under the rising moon, stars, and the shimmering Milky Way, gathering strength to spread your wings like a fledgling bird of light.

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31 Thursday, June 1 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

10:00am, 12:00pm 10:00am, 12:00pm 10:00am, 12:00pm 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am

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Bienvenue Chez Missy D! British Columbia

Music • Granville Island Stage • 45 min • All ages Si vous ne la connaissez pas encore, eh bien apprenez à la connaître et retenez ce nom — Missy D. Elle rappe depuis l’âge de 11 ans en français et en anglais venant des 3 coins de l’Afrique (le Rwanda, la Côte d ‘Ivoire et le Zimbabwe). Missy D est une artiste hip-hop, rap et soul qui fait de sa musique une forme de thérapie pour exprimer tous ses sentiments, partager un message et se connecter avec son public. C’est une fusion des sons de son enfance allant des mélodies françaises, aux légendes du r&b, du rap, de la soul, du jazz, du rock et du hip hop. Missy D vous invite dans son univers plein d’émotions et en chantant YES MAMA pendant que Missy D célèbre cette diversité dans les instrumentaux, dans la musique et surtout dans notre monde.

Wednesday, May 31 Thursday, June 1

12:30pm (FR) 10:30am (FR), 12:30pm (FR)

FR en français

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A Simple Space Gravity & Other Myths (Australia)

Circus • Granville Island Stage • 55 min • Ages 7 and up You’ll flip, fly and fall in love with this exciting, jaw-dropping show where seven acrobats push their physical limits to the extreme. A breathtaking display of fear-less acrobatics and death-defying feats, A Simple Space will blow you away. Simple only in its setting, the show’s stripped-down and bare staging let the strength, skill and creativity of Gravity & Other Myths’ acrobats take centre stage. The stakes get higher as each tries to outdo the other with greater and more daring stunts and off-the-wall tricks. You can feel the heat from their bodies, hear every breath as the performers hurl one another through the air and build teetering human towers. Wow feels like an understatement. Run, don’t walk to this show!

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am 10:30am, 12:30pm 11:00am, 1:00pm 12:00pm, 2:30pm

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Nous remercions le Conseil des arts du Canada de son soutien.

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Magnetic North RupLoops (British Columbia)

Music • Revue Stage • 45 min • All ages

Magnetic North is an interactive, live looping, high-energy performance that will bring you to your feet. Using sound samples of endangered environments and animals in BC, RupLoops will take you on a journey through sonic ecosystems. RupLoops brings the sounds of BC’s environment to life through music in a performance that also explores deeper themes about climate change, endangered animals, justice and environmentalism. With music, visual art, lyrics and interactive games, RupLoops’ latest show encourages us to take action in the world to create a better future. Kids will be inspired in more ways than one.

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31 Friday, June 2

10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am 10:30am, 12:30pm

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ZOOOM

Patch Theatre (Australia) Theatre • Waterfront Theatre • 45 min • Ages 3–10 Combining state-of-the-art technology with a touch of whimsy, ZOOOM is an enchanting story about a pixel of light that falls into a child’s room. Children become part of the show using a light they are given as they enter. With the audience’s help, the girl embarks on an adventure with light and discovers that the dark is a magical place. Inspired by the classic children’s book Harold and The Purple Crayon, ZOOOM uses original music, lasers and projections to take the audience on an immersive shared journey. Kids (and parents) will love this playful, interactive show where light is used to solve problems and build worlds.

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am 12:30pm 11:30am, 2:30pm 11:30am, 3:00pm

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Nous remercions le Conseil des arts du Canada de son soutien.

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One of a Kind

Youth for Youth Program and Deborah Williams (British Columbia) Storytelling/Theatre • The Nest • 50 min • Ages 7 and up The world is a spectacular kaleidoscope of people with fascinating stories as unique as every one of us. One of a Kind is created around the true stories performed by the people who lived them; a talented, diverse group of extraordinary emerging theatre artists. The storytellers share their one-of-a-kind childhood tales filled with truth, cultural perspective, family languages, challenge, laughter and adventure. Using physical theatre, puppetry, music, movement and more, they offer an extraordinary exploration of the universal expression of storytelling. Children will recognize themselves and be inspired to share their own stories.

Commissioned by the Vancouver International Children’s Festival.

All tickets $12.50 plus service charges and GST Wednesday, May 31 Thursday, June 1 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

6:30pm* 10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am (ASL) 4:00pm 12:00pm

ASL ASL Interpreter

* Please note our on-site activities are NOT open during evening performances.

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Photo by Julien Delime

Sakasaka

Compagnie Zolobe (Madagascar) Clown/Music • Performance Works • 50 min • All ages (Babes in arms welcome) Add a splash of joy to your day with Madagascar’s Compagnie Zolobe! Using only a mop, a bench, and buckets, three clowns will have you laughing out loud as they continually try to drink a cup of water. Of course, nothing goes right and the resulting antics are hilarious. Expect the unexpected as the clown trio takes the audience on many adventures including a Thriller dance homage, a trip on the Titanic and open-heart surgery! Sakasaka, which means thirsty in Malagasy, is a word-less, physical comedy with live music and sound effects. Delightfully entertaining, Sakasaka also highlights the global issue of water scarcity and the importance of protecting this precious resource.

Thursday, June 1 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

10:30am (FR), 12:30pm (FR) 10:30am (FR), 12:30pm 11:00am, 1:30pm (RP) 11:00am, 1:30pm

FR en français RP Relaxed Performance

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Oopsie!

Cris Derksen

Missy D (FR) David Bouchard (FR) Sakasaka (FR) One of A Kind Will et Seeka (FR)

A Simple Space ZOOOM Sakasaka Division Infinity Magnetic North

Available from Tuesday, May 30th at 9:30am until Friday, June 23rd at 4pm

Online Schedule

Granville Island Stage

Carousel Studio

Performance Works

Legend FR en français PJ Pyjama Night BI Bilingual RP Relaxed Performance ASL ASL Interpreter ND Neurodiverse Venues Waterfront Theatre The Nest Revue Stage

9:30

6:30

One of A Kind Small But Mighty (PJ)

Missy D (FR) David Bouchard (FR) Wild Moccasin Division Infinity Small But Mighty

Tree

A Simple Space David Bouchard Sakasaka (FR) One of A Kind (ASL) Magnetic North

Tree

Glamily (PJ)

A Simple Space ZOOOM Wild Moccasin Division Infinity Magnetic North

12:30

Tree

Missy D (FR) David Bouchard (FR) Sakasaka (FR) One of A Kind Small But Mighty (BI)

Tree

Tree, a world (ND)

Tree

12:00

A Simple Space ZOOOM Wild Moccasin Division Infinity Magnetic North

Site Hours 9:30–2:30

6:00

A Simple Space ZOOOM Wild Moccasin Division Infinity Magnetic North

10:30

Site Hours 9:30–2:30

Friday

June 2

1:00

Tree

10:00

Tree

Site Hours 9:30–2:30

Site Hours 9:30–2:30

Journée FrancoFun

Thursday

June 1

In-Person Shows

Wednesday

May 31

Tuesday

May 30

Saturday

Tree Small But Mighty A Simple Space Sakasaka ZOOOM

10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

Sakasaka (RP)

1:30

Aché Brasil One of A Kind Variety Show

3:30 4:00 6:30

3:00

ZOOOM

A Simple Space Division Infinity Tree, a world (ND)

1:00

2:30

Will and Seeka

12:30

12:00

Site Hours 10:30–5:00

Sunday

June 4

Program subject to change.

Division Infinity

ZOOOM

A Simple Space Aché Brasil

Sakasaka

Tree, a world (ND)

A Simple Space One of A Kind

ZOOOM

Sakasaka

Small But Mighty (RP)

Tree

In-Person Shows

Site Hours 10:30–6:00

June 3

Division Infinity Saves the World!

Neworld Theatre (British Columbia)

Theatre/Puppetry • The Nest • 45 min • Ages 7–12 Division Infinity is a class of top-secret elementary school students coming together to solve the biggest problems facing kids across the world. Today, their teacher Ms. McToria has brought them an urgent new assignment: defeat the evil Cononi-19 virus! Super-secret student agents Soda, Chiqui and Spiderwolf are tasked with creating an ultimate mission plan to end the pandemic and they need your help. Will they beat Cononi and finally bring back birthday parties, playdates, and abuela-visits? Join Division Infinity and find out! A puppet show inspired by stories, art, and puppets created by real Grade Four students reflecting on their pandemic experiences.

Commissioned by the Vancouver International Children’s Festival.

World Premiere!

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31 Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am, 12:30pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 3:30pm

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Small But Mighty Ginalina and Friends British Columbia

Music • Revue Stage • 45 min • Ages 0–9 (Babes in arms welcome) Immerse yourselves in a wonderful interactive and multilingual concert themed on the value of every child, and the small but mighty roles we play in nature stewardship, community building, and everyday kindness. Sing, dance, and be part of the Western and Eastern musical wonders of Accordion, Guitar, Ukulele, Percussion, Erhu, and Zither, alongside Ginalina’s Friends and Guests from the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble.

Ginalina is a bright star on the Canadian Family Folk scene and three-time JUNO-nominated Artist with music videos on CBC and BC Kids’ Knowledge Network. This concert includes songs from her newest album, and will be in English, French, and Mandarin with printable activity booklets.

Wednesday, May 31 Thursday, June 1 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

12:30pm, 6:30pm (PJ)* 10:30am (BI) 10:30am 10:30am (RP)

PJ Pyjama Night BI Bilingual - in French and English RP Relaxed Performance * Please note our on-site activities are NOT open during evening performances.

Come back anytime during the day with your show ticket and you’ll get an Activity Village wristband for that day.

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The Wild Moccasin Dancers Ft. Mz Shellz 6 Nations and mixed Indigenous, British Columbia

Dance/Music • Performance Works • 45 min • All ages The Wild Moccasin Dancers want to share the gift of dance with you! This dynamic dance collective, featuring award-winning female hip hop artist Mz Shellz, will showcase a contemporary fusion of pow wow drumming, dancing and hip hop. Experience the stunning vibrancy of pow wow culture as each dancer shares their style of dance through traditional and contemporary rhythms. Get ready to be inspired by the regalia, songs, dances and stories!

Tuesday, May 30 Wednesday, May 31

10:30am, 12:30pm 10:30am, 12:30pm

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Glamily: A Family Dress-Up Party

Tara Cheyenne Performance, in association with Zee Zee Theatre and Carousel Theatre for Young People (British Columbia) Drag/Dance • Performance Works • 60 min • All ages (Babes in arms welcome) Join Peach Cobblah and other local drag talents for a spectacular evening of dress-up at Glamily! A gender-creative dress-up party for families, Glamily encourages young people to creatively express themselves! Glamily is part drag show, part lip-sync open mic, part dress up party and 100% fun! Dance, celebrate, laugh and play as you get creative and show off your most glamorous and colourful self at a pajama night like no other.

Presented by Tara Cheyenne Performance, in association with Zee Zee Theatre and Carousel Theatre for Young People.

Friday, June 2

6:00pm (PJ)*

PJ Pyjama Night * Please note our on-site activities are NOT open during evening performances. Come back anytime during the day with your show ticket and you’ll get an Activity Village wristband for that day.

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David Bouchard: Métis - Stories, Flutes and More…

British Columbia

Storytelling • Waterfront Theatre • 45 min • Ages 7 and up Gifted storyteller and award-winning author, David Bouchard shares his Métis heritage through inspiring stories and touching flute music. David weaves history and traditions into engaging and vivid tales that provide a path for children to better understand Indigenous beliefs and culture. A small piece of Reconciliation and a beautiful expression of First Nation spirituality, history and culture, this show is sure to enrich and delight everyone.

Wednesday, May 31 Thursday, June 1 Friday, June 2

12:30pm (FR) 10:30am (FR), 12:30pm (FR) 10:30am

FR en français

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Aché Brasil Brazil, British Columbia

Dance/Music/Acrobatics • Revue Stage • 60 min • All ages Get ready for an explosion of colour, energy and music that embodies the lively culture and rhythms of Brazil. The exhilarating combination of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics known as capoeira is full of kicks, flips and vibrant colours. Dazzling costumes, hypnotic rhythms and energetic dances will sweep you away. Performed to the music of drums and ancient stringed berimbau, the lively dancers of Vancouver’s own Aché Brasil will knock your socks off! A delightful, high-energy show that will leave you asking for more!

Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

3:30pm 2:30pm

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Tree, a world in itself Motus (Québec)

Theatre/Puppetry • Carousel Studio • 60 min • Ages 4 and up for Autistic Children In this gentle and intimate show, settle into mama bird’s cozy nest while she warms her luminous clutch of eggs. Plants, insects, and animals visit, accompanied by soothing melodies and rhythmic music. As evening falls, you’ll rest under the rising moon, stars, and the shimmering Milky Way, gathering strength to spread your wings like a fledgling bird of light.

Tree, a world in itself, is a multi-sensory, interactive universe enveloped in soft light, music, and silence, where five characters continually adapt to meet the needs of their audience.

It was created for Autistic children and further adapted to accommodate children with intellectual disabilities and/or reduced mobility.

In an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, the performance offers a ratio of one performing artist per child to facilitate numerous personalized interactions with audience members and thus can only accommodate a very small number of spectators at a time. Maximum one child and two adults per group.

Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4

1:00pm (ND) 1:00pm (ND) 1:00pm (ND)

ND Neurodiverse

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Will and Seeka: Friends with everyone British Columbia

Music • Revue Stage • 45 min • Ages 0–8 (Babes in arms welcome) Grab a friend and get ready to boogie with Will and Seeka at this energetic and interactive concert! Will and Seeka along with a talented band perform high-energy sing-along tunes mixed with fun actions and movements. Dance along to catchy songs about colours, the alphabet, days of the week, weather, food, animals, daily routines and family and friends.

Kids will leave the show with joyous songs in their hearts and a skip in their step.

Thursday, June 1 12:30pm (FR) Saturday, June 3 12:30pm FR en français

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Activity Village

Spend the day being creatively playful in our Activity Village.

Your In-person show ticket includes access to the Activity Village! If you are unable to come to a show, Activity Village wristbands are available for purchase on-site for $6 per person - cash and credit (includes GST and Service Charges).

All Ages

Tuesday-Friday: 9:30am-2:30pm Saturday: 10:30-6pm Sunday: 10:30-5pm

Face Painting Get your face painted as a lion, a tiger or a superhero, oh my! A Kids’ Fest tradition for over 40 years!

Inner Garden Need a space to rest? The Inner Garden is a relaxing, comfortable space for you and your kids to rejuvenate. A perfect place for naps or some nice downtime for the family.

African Pavilion Step into African arts, cultures, stories, games and languages.

Children will learn and practice how friendship is cultivated through rhythm in African villages. Listen to each other’s beat, feel our collective rhythm and connect to our shared humanity.

Indigenous Arts - Installation “Honouring Women” This piece is to honour Mother Earth and the women in our lives that still walk in this world and the ones that have passed on.

Magical Mystery Maze Burn some energy and play games in our enchanting outdoor maze.

Vancouver Traingang All aboard!

The Vancouver’s NTRAK Modular Railroad Club is excited to share their working modular trains with you in this incredibly immersive environment. Presented by CN. Port of Vancouver Activity Zone Visit Salty at the Port of Vancouver tent to learn about how the port brings toys, shoes, games and snacks to your home and school!

Wait there’s more… Check out our on-site performances by Aché Brasil students, the Royal Muse Dancers from Richmond, and our roving characters and stilt walkers. Plus additional activities provided by our vendors and partners.

Ages 0–4

Twist & Toddle! Play and create in this tent jam-packed with fun for the under 5 set.

Ages 3+

Circus Arts Learn the basics of juggling, Diablo, rhythm sticks and stilt walking from young circus pros.

Ages 5+

Hai Origami Make a boat, bunny, jumping frog, or star wand while learning the intricate art of Japanese paper folding.

LunarFest: DIY with Persimmon Dye Nature is full of art! Learn how persimmon juice makes colour. Work together to create a fabric painting like no other.

Scavenger Hunt Follow the clues to swim, flutter, glide and jump from one Indigenous animal sculpture to another in this fun scavenger adventure. What will you discover? Presented by FortisBC Indigenous Arts Join Christine Mackenzie as she leads a workshop to create Indigenous art and animals with traditional form line of the North West coast in a contemporary way. Learn about the importance of animals and traditional ways while being creative with a mix of mediums.

Ages 7+

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Online Shows

Online Workshops

Cris Derksen’s Nerds Whirlwind Musical Tour

Catch a Groove with Her Tribal Roots Dance Workshop

Cree Nation, Northern Alberta

Music • 30 min • Ages 8 and up

Get ready to move, shake and let loose! Learn to dance like nobody’s watching as Her Tribal Roots helps you find your own groove through the influences of Hip Hop, Dancehall, and Afrobeats!

Kids will explore how to access their selfexpression in this open level class where all are welcome.

Join internationally respected Indigenous cellist, composer and big kid Cris Derksen for a fun and creative exploration of the magic of music.

Oopsie!

Candice Roberts (British Columbia) Theatre/Clown • 26 min • All ages Candice Roberts performs this fun and clever story about growth mindset and the creative process through a seamless weaving of shadow puppetry, original music, tap dance and physical comedy in this fun short film.

Puppet-Making Workshop

Join Anaïs for a fun and simple puppet making workshop that will get you excited about bringing your own characters and concepts to life.

Anaïs will teach you different techniques such as making a paper bag puppet and how to make finger puppets. What kind of puppet will you make?

Online Shows are only $24 + S/C and GST per household per show. If you purchase tickets to one of our Online shows, you also get access to 2 Online Arts Workshops.

Watch an Online Show or Workshop starting on Tuesday, May 30th at 9:30am until Friday, June 23rd at 4pm. Closed Captioning available.

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Christina Ling Mei Tang Xin Liu Katharine Carol Paul Stewart

Dragonflies

Ali Eberhardt Barbara Fousek Cameron Wilson CC Career Contacts Ltd Chao Liu Dan Ruo Wang Diana Stewart-Imbert Gerald Murenbeeld Harvey and Jody Dales Jason Dubois Judith Coffin Ling Mei Tang Louise DeGagné Mee Young Aird Minna Schendlinger Monique Fouquet Paul Dumontet Peter Lang Sally & Wilfrid Mennell Tom Stulberg Violet Tam Fireflies

Anna Williams Antonina Volegova CanadaHelps Carolina MacHado De Carvalho Cathleen Gingrich Cathy Ebbehoj Chloe Derksen Christine Lyons Courtney Inman Dea Freschi Elizabeth Bowen Eric Wong Frank Poulsen Grace Starke

Jeanie Ow Jennifer Foster Jessica Gutteridge Julia Lemieux Kathleen Delorme Kevin C Kevin Campbell Kevin Uribe Kieran Davey Klara Sedlacek Kristina Gamboa Lien Schmidt Marian Rankin Marika Kovalcikova Martha Sayfy Melanie Kurrein Michael Waugh Michelle Allan Mistrale Lepage Nicole Yeasting Olivia Zeng Oyetunji Olu Akinloye Pat Rundell Patrick Fergusson Patti Davis Pavneet Grewal Rose Smith Ruhamah Buchanan Samad Raza Sandra Bluda Shana Alexander Sheri Rowe LadyBugs In Kind

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival 33 Acres Brewing Company Alive Health Centre Ltd

Staff Credits

Australian Boot Company Basil Box BC Ferries Bin 4 Burger Lounge Boorman Archery Browns Socialhouse Central City Fun Park Como Taperia Dageraad Brewing Daniadown Home Dilly Dally Kids Store Earnest Ice Cream Fable Diner Go Wireless Granville Island Ferries Growing Chefs!

Harrison Hot Springs Resort Hype Chocolate Co I.S.S. of BC iBubble Soccer Juju Hair Lounge Kids Up Front Lee’s Donuts MarikArts Mixologists Bartending Nala Care Nature’s Path Ollie Quinn Optometrist One Thing Message Lockets Open Door Yoga Pandora’s Locks Posh Pantry Prince of Whales Rain City Games Rain or Shine Ice Cream

Artistic & Executive Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Katharine Carol Development Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marika Kovalcikova Communications & Marketing Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joanne Da Silva Operations Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leanne Zacharias Audience Services Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelly Creelman Volunteer Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kirith Bains Production Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David Kerr (DK) Technical Direction Team . . . . . . Mary Cantelon, Josef Chung, Lauren Palidwor School & Information Administrator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Priscilla Xiao Accessibility Consultant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anika Vervecken Marketing Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Madeleine Wootton Bookkeeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ewa Borkowska Assistant Volunteer Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Larrisa Lau A huge shout out to our fantastic crew!

Many thanks to our awesome crew, interns and volunteers!

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Rogue Arts Festival SAPPHO New Paradigm skoah Sopra Sotto Pizzeria Steve’s Poké Bar Terra Breads The Running Room Theatre Under the Stars THINKA Vancouver Fringe Vancouver Mysteries Games Vancouver Umbrella Inc Vancouver Water Adventures

Board of Directors

Christina (Ling Mei) Tang, Chair Kevin Campbell, Treasurer Eric Wong, Secretary Louise DeGagné Violet Tam Olivia Zeng Natasha Jeshani Kieran Davey Jason Dubois Cameron Wilson Samad Raza Jenna Visram Grace Starke

THANK YOU

to our sponsors & supporters!

FeSTIVAL PARTNeRS

COMMUNITY PARTNeRS

MeDIA SPONSORS

GOVeRNMeNT FUNDeRS

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Nous remercions le Conseil des arts du Canada de son soutien.