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caribbean days festival countdown Caribbean, Latin, old school and top 40 with DJs Elmo Super Sounds & Daddy Mikey. July 25 at Croatian Cultural Centre, 8:30 pm. $15 (TM).

hanson Sibling pop trio (“Mmmbop”) returns with their fourth studio album, the indie-rock inspired The Walk. Sept. 10 at Commodore, 8 pm. $35 (TM). ON SALE JULY 25.

against me! Punk-folk band touring with Japanther and the Saint Alvia Cartel. Sept. 15 at Croatian Cultural Centre, 6:30 pm. $26 (TM, Z).

less than jake & reel big fish Ska-punk rockers with guests the Real Deal and the Flatliners. Sept. 18 at Commodore,

7 pm. $25 (TM, Z, RC). ON SALE JULY 25.

stereophonics British alt-rock trio tours in support of their sixth album, Pull the Pin. Sept. 20 at Commodore, 8 pm. $29.50 (TM). ON SALE JULY 25.

boys II men ’90s R&B;group with five #1 hits tours in support of 2007’s The Remedy. Oct. 3 at River Rock, Oct. 4 at Red Robinson Show Theatre (Coquitlam). 7 pm, $42.50-$54.50 (TM).

amon amarth European death metal band with Viking motif. Oct. 6 at Croatian Cultural Centre, 6 pm. $27 (TM).

alanis morissette Acclaimed Canadian alternative singer-songwriter touring with her first album in four years, Flavors of Entanglement. Nov. 4 at the Orpheum, 6:30 pm. $39.50-$67.50 (TM). ON SALE JULY 26.

concerts

GIRL TALK Sample-based dance tracks by Philadelphia-based DJ and remixer. July 24 at Commodore, 8 pm. $19.75 (Z, TM).

JOSEPH ARTHUR Solo acoustic tour by Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter. July 24 at Media Club, 9 pm. $20 (Z, S, RC).

JUDAS PRIEST Veteran UK heavy metal group with special guest Testament. July 24 at GM Place, 6:30 pm. $35.50-$69.50 (TM).

NO AGE LA-based artists and indie-rock duo tour in support of their latest album, Nouns. July 24 at Richard’s, 9 pm. $12 (Z, S, RC).

CHRIS ISAAK Popular Grammy Award-winning roots rocker. July 25-26 at River Rock, 8 pm. $69.50-$79.50 (TM).

NAZARETH Veteran Scottish rock band (“Love Hurts”). July 26 at Red Robinson Show Theatre (Coquitlam) 8 pm. $39.50 (TM).

Pemberton Festival Inaugural rock festival with scheduled headliners Coldplay, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Nine Inch Nails, Jay-Z, The Tragically Hip, The Flaming Lips, Death Cab for Cutie, Metric and more. July 25-27 in Pemberton, BC. $239.50 for three-day pass.

LES SAVY FAV Punk quartet from Rhode Island. July 26 at Commodore, 8 pm. $21.50 (Z, TM).

shearwater Indie-rock band featuring members of Okkerville River and Kingfisher, touring in support of their fifth album, Rook. July 26 at Zulu Records

(1972 W. 4th). Free.

bacardi b-live Live classical music mashups featuring DJ Dopey and 16 members of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. July 27 in Pemberton. Free to Pemberton Festival ticketholders.

nicole atkins New Jersey-born ”Noir-pop” singer-songwriter tours in support of her latest, Neptune City. July 27 at Plaza, 8 pm. $12 (TM, Z, H).

Sean Hayes Folk-soul singer-songwriter with guest Frazey Ford of the Be Good Tanyas. July 29 at Ukrainian Hall (805 E. Pender), 7 pm. $13 (H, Z), $15 at the door.

Classical

Nikolai demidenko Famed Russian pianist performs a recital on a rare Fazioli concert-grand piano. July 29 at Vancouver Playhouse (127 E. 2nd), 8 pm. $35-$45 (TM).

theatre (new This week)

metamorphoses Mary Zimmerman’s award-winning modern retelling of the classic myths of Ovid, set in and around a swimming pool. July 31-Aug. 16 at Pacific Theatre (1440 W. 12th), 8 pm (Tues-Fri), 7 pm and 9:30 pm (Sat-Sun). $18-$25 from Biz Books

(302 Cordova) and PacificTheatre.org

Theatre (CONTINUING)

SPAMALOT Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Monty Python’s most successful cinematic release, Monty Python and the Holy Grail. To July 27 at Centre for Performing Arts, 8 pm (Tues-Sat), 7:30 pm (Sun). Mats: Sat-Sun, 2 pm. $60.50-$90.50 (TM).

The Back Kitchen Release Party Trevor Devall’s homage to Canadiana follows the cross-country road trip of a Newfoundland band bound for Vancouver. To Aug. 9 at Granville Island Stage, 8 pm (Mon-Sat), 7:30 pm (Tues).

$30-$41 from 604 687-1644.

annie get your gun Theatre Under the Stars presents Irving Berlin’s classic musical about the life Ohio sharpshooter Annie Oakley and her courtship with husband Frank Butler. To Aug. 15 at Malkin Bowl (Stanley Park). $29-$36 from 604 684-2787 or from TicketsTonight.ca

jesus christ superstar Dramatic musical interpretation of the life of Jesus Christ from birth to crucifixion, by legendary writing team Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. To Aug. 16 at Malkin Bowl (Stanley Park). $29-$36 from 604 684-2787 or from TicketsTonight.ca

bard on the beach Annual Shakespeare festival’s 2008 lineup plays on two repertory stages under the tents at Vanier Park, 8 pm (7 pm Suns and in Sept.). $18-$33 from 604 739-0559 and BardOnTheBeach.org

Twelfth Night – To Sept. 27

King Lear – To Sept. 26

The Tempest – To Sept. 20

Titus Andronicus – To Sept. 19

festivals

chinatown arts & Culture festival Multicultural event featuring ethnic dance and music performances. To July 26 at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden (578 Carrall). Free.

July 26: Traditions of Old Russia

summer dream literary arts festival 5th annual event features writing workshops, poetry slam, music, readings, children’s stage and face painting. July 26 at Lumberman’s Arch (Stanley Park), 12pm-8pm. Free.

Comedy

Yuk Yuk’s Comedy club with themed pro-am nights and internationally renowned headliners. Nightly at 1015 Burrard. July 24-26: Lori Ferguson Ford

i’m afraid of comedians Dylan Rhymer and Kyle Bottom present a weekly showcase of East Van standup acts. Thurs at Slickity Jim’s (2513 Main), 9 pm. $5.

stand up at the sylvia Stand up show. Thurs at Sylvia Hotel (1154 Gilford),

8 pm. $5.

laughing gas Variety comedy show and bingo night. First and third Thurs of every month at Annex (307 W. Cordova), 8 pm.

urban laughs Patrick Maliha’s weekly comedy night. Thurs at Jupiter Café

(1216 Bute), 9:30 pm. $5.

Tony ’n’ Tina’s Wedding Comical, interactive wedding and dinner reception with four-course Italian dinner and dancing. Thurs-Sat at St. Andrew’s-Wesley Church, 6:30 pm. $70 (TM).

Laff RIot Girls Sat at Zesty’s

(920 Commercial), 8 pm. $5 at door.

Comedy at the Soho Weekly show featuring seven comics each night. Sun at Soho Bar & Grill (1184 Denman), 9 pm.

COmedy Sundays Amateur and pro stand up. Sun at Media Club, 9:30 pm. $7.

mwa ha ha mondays Queer stand up and sketch comedy. Mon at Majestic

(1138 Davie), 9 pm.

urban improv Improvised sketch comedy. Mon at Chivana (2340 W. 4th), 9 pm. $7 at door. Reservations at 604 733-0330.

COMEDY @ Capone’s Greg Kettner hosts weekly comedy show. Tues at Capones (1141 Hamilton), 8 pm. No cover. July 29: Lachlan Patterson

comedy night Patrick Maliha emcees. Tues at Darby’s Pub (4th and McDonald), 9:30 pm. Free.

DEAD BUNNY Comedy night hosted by John Beuhler. Tues at Lamplighter Public House (92 Water), 9 pm. $7 at door.

Paul Anthony’s TALENT TIME! Comedy/variety/chat show. First Wed of the month at Biltmore Cabaret. (395 Kingsway),

9 pm. $5 at door.

TheatreSports League Improv comedy at Arts Club New Revue Stage: Let The Summer Games Begin Wed & Thurs,

7:30 pm, Fri & Sat, 8:00 pm, $12-$16; Fri & Sat, 10 pm, $12-$18; Amazing Improv Race Fri & Sat, 11:45 pm. $12; Ultimate Improv Championship Thurs, 9:15 pm. $10.

Info: 604 687-1644 and VTSL.com

cabaret

Maxine’s Hideaway Nightly burlesque with Maxine’s Diva Girls at 1215 Bidwell, 8 pm. Diamond Mine starring Diamond Minx Thurs, 8 pm. $5. The Candy Girl Cabaret dinner show Sat, 8 pm. $10.

dance

all over the map Free outdoor international dance and music series, Sundays at 2 pm at the Ron Basford Park amphitheatre (Granville Island). July 27: SOULdiers’ Company

words

Robson Reading series Ongoing reading series at UBC Library, Robson Square (800 Robson), 7 pm. Free admission.

twisted poets Literary salon and open mic poetry. Third Mon of the month at Bump and Grind Cafe (916 Commercial), 7 pm.

afternoon TeaTotaLlers of Verse Weekly meeting of poets and writers. Thurs at Artistico Greek Cafe

(1938 Commercial), 1-3 pm.

Vancouver Poetry Slam First, third and fifth Mon of the month at Cafe Deux Soleils (2096 Commercial), 8 pm. $5 at door.

Vancouver Story Slam Ongoing storytelling competition. Second and fourth Wed of the month at Our Town Cafe (245 E. Broadway), 8:30 pm.

visual arts

Let us, then, be up and doing; with a heart for any fate; still achieving, still pursuing; learn to labor and to wait Visual history of Samuel Roy-Bois’ sculptural work. To Aug. 24 at Contemporary Art Gallery (555 Nelson). Artist talk July 24, 7 pm.

city trees, other voices Vancouver artist Katherine Surridge’s gallery of oil and mixed media paintings. To Aug. 9 at Elliott Louis Gallery (258 E. 1st). Opening reception July 25, 6:30 pm.

The treasure hill tea + photo project / phase five / oversight The collective works of Taiwanese artists Wei-Li Yeh and Yu-Hsin Wu featuring photography, text and video. July 25-Aug. 31 at Centre A Gallery (2 W. Hastings). Opening reception July 25, 8 pm.

audrey capel doray and joan balzar Two visual artists discuss their careers and works, moderated by Lorna Brown. July 26 at Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery (UBC). Free.

givers Carlotte Cynthia Walton’s visual arts gallery. July 26-Sept. 26 at El Kartel (121A-1025 Robson). Opening reception July 26, 9 pm.

soizick meister & mr. m Surrealist works exploring identity and place. July 26 to Aug. 17 at Jacana Gallery (2435 Granville).

steph forster: transition Mix of acrylics and mixed media pieces, photography, poetry, sculptures and live music. July 31-Aug. 2 at Yaletown Gallery (123-1208 Homer). Opening reception July 31, 7 pm.

flora and fauna Featuring pieces inspired by nature and its inhabitants. To July 26 at Atelier Gallery (2421 Granville).

role Denise Oleksijczuk’s 16mm film installation re-interpreting Robert Bresson’s 1967 film Mouchette. To July 26 at ArtSpeak Gallery (233 Carrall).

movement: bill bissett retrospective A gallery of the diverse works of Canadian anti-conventionalist poet and visual artist Bill Bissett. To July 30 at Yaletown Gallery (123-1208 Homer).

the political cartoons of alaa al taii Gallery of the works of Alaa Al Taii, whose depictions of Bush and Bin Laden have appeared in print in Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan. To July 30 at Library Square Centre (350 W. Georgia).

conscious light Dramatic and emotional portraits by photographer Martin Prihoda. To Aug. 2 at Whip Gallery

(209 E. 6th).

five: new works from five canadian painters Featuring portraits, graffiti, paintings and other pieces by Jay Gazley, Chris Kukura, Scott McMillan, Chantal Rousseau and Keer Tanchak. To Aug. 2 at Third Avenue Gallery (1727 W. 3rd).

gratitude Abstract neo native symoblist work by Nlakapmux artist Enpaauk Andrew Dexil. To Aug. 2 at grunt (116-350 E. 2nd),

12 pm-6 pm.

3 diptychs Window installation of Polaroid studies for paintings by Attila Richard Lukacs. To Aug. 3 at ONMAIN

(1965 Main).

hold that thought Woven vessels by Salt Spring Island native Joan Carrigan. To Aug. 5 at Circle Craft Co-operative Gallery (1-1666 Johnston).

good girls Vancouver artist and “Space Jet” comic creator’s gallery of female character portraits. To Aug. 6 at JEM Gallery (225 E. Broadway).

New works by susan a. point Paper, wood, hide and metal works pieces by the celebrated Coast Salish artist. To Aug. 8 at Omega Gallery (4290 Dunbar).

flying Paintings and sculputre by Montreal native Mandara Lebovitz. To Aug. 10 at Sidney & Gertrude Zack Gallery (950 W. 41).

soleil.2 Paintings by Melanie Authier, Kerry Warner, Joe Fleming, Marcia Harris, Anda Kubis, Randall Steeves and photographs by Eric Deis featured. To Aug. 23 at Elissa Cristall Gallery (2245 Granville).

boarder portraits Portraits of skateboarders, ranging from highschool dropouts to family men, exploring the diversity of Vancouver skate culture. To Aug. 31 at Jeffrey Boone Gallery (1 E. Cordova).

beautiful beast Print works of Wuon-Gean Ho, Japanese woodblock artist. To Sept. 5 at Art Beatus (108-808 Nelson).

Krazy! The Delirious world of anime+Comics+Video Games+ ART A thorough overview of animated art from the early 20th century to today, including work from masters of animé, manga, contemporary video games, film and print animation, all curated by leaders in their genres, including Art Spiegelman, Seth, and VAG curator Bruce Grenville. To Sept. 17 at Vancouver Art Gallery.

benefits

BINGO FOR LIFE Weekly event raises funds for Vancouver Friends For Life Society. Wed at Majestic, (1138 Davie), 7 pm. Joan-E and Justine Tyme invite you into their new home. Bingo cards by donation. Info: FriendsForLife.ca

Thursdays for Life Chef Whittaker donates 25 per cent of food sales to A Loving Spoonful and Friends For Life. Every Thurs night at Zin Restaurant & Lounge (1277 Robson). Ask for the Red Ribbon Table. Reservations 604 408-1700 or Zin-Restaurant.com

film

touched by tibet Vancity Theatre and Canada Tibet Committee present three films, Blindsight, The Unwinking Gaze and 10 Questoins for the Dalai Lama. With guest speakers. To July 30 at Vancity Theatre. $7.50-$12. Showtimes and info: VIFC.org

parties • Dances

cuban fiesta! Cultural celebration featuring traditional Cuban Salsa Rueda performances by two dance teams. July 26 at Kentizen Lounge (88 W. Pender), 10 pm. $10 at the door.

Workshops

mandala painting Traditional geometric designs common in Buddhism, taught by Tibetan painter Kalsang Dawa. July 24, 29, 30, and 31 at Anthropology Museum Shop (UBC). $350 (including materials) from 604 254-0332.

events

race for vision 08 Second annual race against global blindness, proceeds go to prevention and treatment of blindness in Africa and South Asia. Entrants race to complete fun team challenges against the clock. July 26, 10 am-3 pm. $20-$35, register at RaceForVision.ca

Labyrinth Walk for peace Meditate while negotiating Canada’s first indoor labyrinth. Second Friday of the month at St. Paul’s (1130 Jervis), 7-9 pm.

Mercredi-rencontres Learn or practice French with this free weekly discussion group. Wed at Studio 16, 7-9 pm. Info: 604 736-9806 or LeCentreCulturel.com

Tours

Discover Series Guided walking tours through Stanley Park. Sundays meeting at Lost Lagoon Nature House, 1 pm. $5-$10. Reservations: StanleyParkEcology.ca or

604 257-8544.

Forums • Lectures

Lighthouse Sustainable Building Centre Series Lectures by experts about issues surrounding green buildings and sustainable design Saturdays at 1575 Johnston, Granville Island, 2-4 pm. $2-$5 suggested donation.

Toastmasters Seminars on the art of public speaking. Tues at BC Hydro

(333 Dunsmuir, 2nd floor), 7:30-9:30 pm. Free admission. Info: PositiveThinkers.ca

later (CONCERTS)

THE FAINT New wave revivalists from Omaha, Nebraska. Aug. 1 at Commodore,

8 pm. $25.50 (Z, TM)

NATALIE MacMASTER Celtic fiddle player from the Maritimes. Aug. 2 at River Rock, 8 pm. $42.50-$52.50 (TM).

Festival Vancouver Festival of classical, jazz and world music, with the theme “Music of the Americas.” Aug. 4-17 at various venues throughout the city. Schedule and tickets: FestivalVancouver.ca.

FEIST Canadian-born singer-songwriter tours in support of her award-winning album, The Reminder. Aug. 5 at Deer Lake Park,

5:30 pm. $49.50 (TM).

Black Francis Influential Pixies frontman Frank Black’s alt-rock solo project. Aug. 6 at Media Club, 9:30 pm. SOLD OUT.

Angels and Airwaves San Diego-based rock group fronted by former Blink 182 member Tom DeLonge. Aug. 7 at Commodore, 7 pm. SOLD OUT.

BROOKS & DUNN Country superstars with ZZ Top and Rodney Atkins. Aug. 8 at GM Place, 7:30 pm. $45.50-$79.50 (TM).

DONNA SUMMER Five-time Grammy Award-winning R&B;singer and the undisputed “Queen of Disco.” Aug. 8-9 at River Rock, 8 pm. $79.50-$99.50 (TM).

michael white & the white Tribute band recreates Led Zeppelin’s reunion show. Aug. 8 at the Commodore. 8 pm, $19.50 (TM).

vancouver seeds 2008 99.3 The Fox Vancouver Seeds 2008 launch party, featuring the 2008 Seeds winners including Thornley, Incura, Cold Driven and more. Aug. 9 at Commodore, 7 pm. $9.93 (TM).

BURNABY BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL Ninth annual festival lineup includes Colin James, Jonny Lang, Ryan Shaw and Shelby Lynne. Aug. 10 at Deer Lake Park, Burnaby, 1 p.m. $40-$50 (TM).

CRüE FEST: FEATURING MöTLEY CRüE Metal festival with a reunited Mötley Crüe and guests Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Sixx: AM and Trapt. Aug. 11 at GM Place, 4 pm. $39.50-$85 (TM). 

STEVE WINWOOD Rock legend tours in support of his latest album, Nine Months.

Aug. 14 at River Rock, 8 pm. $69.50-$89.50 (TM).

BOZ SCAGGS Blue-eyed soul singer from the 1970s. Aug. 15 at River Rock and Aug. 16 at Red Robinson Show Theatre, Coquitlam,

8 pm. $64.50-$74.50 (TM).

THE MIGHTY SPARROW MEETS BYRON LEE & THE DRAGONAIRES Calypso and Caribbean dance’white” party. Aug. 16 at Commodore, 8 pm. $45 (H, Z).

the pack a.d. Blues-rock musicians tour in support of their debut album Tintype. Aug. 16 at Richard’s on Richards, 7 pm. $10 (TM, Z, H, RC).

PAT BENATAR & NEIL GIRALDO Veteran pop-rock singer from the ’80s and her guitarist and songwriter husband.

Aug. 16 at River Rock & Aug. 17 at Red Robinson Show Theatre, Coquitlam, 8 pm. $54.50-$64.50 (TM).

JOSHUA RADIN Singer-songwriter whose career began with his song “Winter” being used on an episode of the TV comedy, Scubs. Aug. 18 at Biltmore Cabaret (395 Kingsway), 9 pm. $15 (TM).

RADIOHEAD Chart-topping experimental rock group from England. Aug. 19 at Thunderbird Stadium, UBC, 5 pm. SOLD OUT.

jack johnson Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter returns in support of his latest chart-topping album, Sleep Through the Static. Aug. 21 at Thunderbird Stadium, 4 pm. SOLD OUT.

seether Rockers return promoting Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces. Aug. 21 at Commodore. 9:30 pm, $39.50 (TM).

amos lee Philadelphia neo-soul singer tours in support of his latest album, Last Days at the Lodge. Aug. 22 at Commodore, 8 pm. $22.50 (TM, Z, H).

“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC Comedian known for his parodies of pop songs.

Aug. 22-23 at River Rock, 8 pm.

$49.50-$59.50 (TM).

BLUE RODEO Prolific Canadian country-rock band performs their annual cross-country outdoor tour. Aug. 23-24 at Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park, 7 pm. $37.50-$65.50 (TM).

GYPSY KINGS Pop-oriented flamenco group from Southern France. Aug. 23-24 at River Rock Show Theatre, 8 pm. $79-$99 (TM).

Mirah Olympia, Washington-based lo-fi indie-rock singer-songwriter, with guests Tender Forever. Aug. 23 at Biltmore Cabaret (395 Kingsway), 8:30 pm. $15 (Z, S, RC, H).

CHRIS ROCK Popular American comedian’s No Apologies Tour comes to Vancouver.

Aug. 24-26 at the Orpheum, 7:30 pm.

summer slaughter tour Necrophagist and Dying Fetus headline.

Aug. 25 at the Commodore. 7:30 pm, $27.50 (TM).

3 DOORS DOWN Southern rock band with guests Staind and Hinder. Aug. 27 at GM Place, 6:30 pm. $45.50-$59.50 (TM).

GZA Former Wu-Tang Clan MC. Aug. 27 at Richard’s, 8 pm. $24.50 (Z, TM).

OASIS Pioneering Britpop band (“Wonderwall, “Don’t Look Back in Anger”). Aug. 27 at GM Place, 7 pm. $49.50-$69.50 (TM).

BECK Eclectic alternative pop star tours in support of his as-yet-untitled Danger Mouse-produced summer release. Aug. 28 at Orpheum, 8 pm. $55 (Z, S, RC, H, TM).

BONNIE RAITT Grammy Award-winning blues /pop musician and slide guitarist. Aug. 29-30 at Red Robinson Show Theatre, Coquitlam, 8 pm. $74.50-$84.50 (TM).

joe bonamassa Blues guitar wunderkind tours in support of his latest album, Sloe Gin. Aug. 29 at Commodore, 8 pm. $29.50 (TM).