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 6:30pm*

Thursday, June 1 10:30am, 12:30pm

Friday, June 2 10:30am (ASL)

Saturday, June 3 4:00pm

Sunday, June 4 12:00pm

ASL ASL Interpreter

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

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

Friday, June 2 10:30am (FR), 12:30pm

Saturday, June 3 11:00am, 1:30pm (RP)

Sunday, June 4 11:00am, 1:30pm

FR en français

RP Relaxed Performance