Out On Screen launches Programming Disruptor Fellowship for emerging BIPOC 2SLGBTQIA+ film curators

posted Tuesday, January 3, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Activism, Film, Queer, Vancouver

Vancouver’s Out On Screen have launched a new training and mentorship initiative for emerging BIPOC 2SLGBTQIA+ film curators. Led by their new Artistic Director, Charlie Hidalgo, the Programming Disruptor Fellowship will select three emerging film programmers who identify as BIPOC 2SLGBTQIA+, who will have the opportunity to be an integral part of the curation of the Vancouver Queer […]

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REVIVAL69: The Concert That Rocked The World at Toronto’s Varsity Stadium

posted Wednesday, December 14, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Music, Toronto, Vancouver

REVIVAL69: The Concert that Rocked the World, tells the incredible behind-the-scenes, story of how, against all odds, a life-changing concert came together. A story of passion and perseverance, this never-before documented story reveals a series of colourful characters, murky deals and broken promises, culminating in John Brower, a young renegade promoter, putting his life on […]

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Vancouver International Film Festival Celebrates 41st Edition – September 29 – October 9, 2022

posted Wednesday, September 28, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Featured Events, Film, Vancouver

Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is back in-cinema for its 41st edition, which includes revamped film series and a new international film competition for emerging directors. This year’s program features roughly 130 feature films and 100 shorts screening across seven Vancouver venues, as well as 20 other events. All films will be presented in-cinema, with […]

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sound_therapy.wav inaugural music festival featuring 2SQTBIPOC artists and allies – August 18 – 21, 2022 (Vancouver)

posted Tuesday, August 16, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Events, Featured Events, Queer, Vancouver

There’s a new festival in town! sound_therapy.wav is a multi-day music festival that highlights local queer, trans, Black, Indigenous, and/or racialized artists and allies. The outdoor festival kicks off on Thursday, August 18th and runs until Sunday, August 21st in the private lot beside James Black Gallery (144 E 6th Ave) in Vancouver. The front and backyard of […]

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Dîner en Blanc outdoor dining spectacle returns to Vancouver August 18, 2022

posted Friday, August 12, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Dining, Vancouver

Dîner en Blanc returns to Vancouver this summer, taking place on August 18th, 2022. It’s time to gather once again for a classic evening of breaking bread, conversation over wine, and a collective sparkler moment, all at a secret location in the great outdoors. This elegant and secret affair has become one of the most […]

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Theatre Under The Stars presents “We Will Rock You” and “Something Rotten!” until August 27, 2022 (Vancouver)

posted Thursday, August 11, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Vancouver

For more than 75 years, Theatre Under the Stars has brought soaring works of musical theatre to Vancouver’s Stanley Park. So much more than just a night at the theatre, Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) interweaves a kaleidoscope of elements – setting, scenery, concessions, and quality art – into a fun, encompassing experience much greater than […]

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Ambleside Music Festival features The Offspring, Marianas Trench, Tokyo Police Club, and more – Aug 12 to 14, 2022 (Vancouver)

posted Wednesday, August 10, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Events, Featured Events, Vancouver

Ambleside Music Festival takes place at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, August 12-14, 2022. Headliners include The Offspring, Mother Mother, Marianas Trench and Walk Off The Earth. Other confirmed acts include, Charlotte Cardin, Grandson, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Jon and Roy, Ria Mae, Tokyo Police Club, Scott Helman, Valley, Hannah Georgas, The Blue […]

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Vancouver Queer Film Festival returns with a more political queer activism approach – August 11 to 21, 2022

posted Tuesday, August 9, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Events, Featured Events, Film, Queer, Vancouver

Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) returns for its 34th edition, August 11-21, 2022. The theme this year is “Make It Yours,” inviting audiences to return to the political grassroots of queer activism. Both in person and online screenings will be available with a province wide video-on-demand selection in Vancouver theatres each day. Passes are available […]

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Vancouver Mural Festival includes 11 days of block parties, and 30 new murals – Aug 4 to 14, 2022

posted Monday, August 1, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Vancouver

Vancouver Mural Festival returns August 4-14, 2022 with a spectacular 11-day celebration featuring daily block parties, mural tours and over 30 new murals across the city. Discover the creative side of Vancouver’s great outdoors with an incredible line-up of 150+ visual and performing artists over 11 days of art and experiences. Beautiful new murals will […]

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Happyland Festival celebrates Vancouver Pride with Orville Peck, Big Freedia, and Perfume Genius – July 31, 2022

posted Friday, July 29, 2022

by: Bryen Dunn in Events, Featured Events, Pride, Queer, Vancouver

The first annual HAPPYLAND Festival, a fully inclusive Pride celebration, takes place July 31, 2022 at the PNE Amphitheatre and Playland Amusement Park in Vancouver. HAPPYLAND will bring a one-of-a-kind experience to festival-goers with exclusive access to the concert venue plus Playland’s thrill rides, and all the unique amusement park food Playland has to offer. […]

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