Category: Arts
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World After Dark: A Beautiful Journey into the Mystery of the Night
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World After Dark by Shannon Litzenberger captivated me despite a rocky beginning. The opening scene initially felt underwhelming, particularly due to the performance of the female lead, who struggled with dance moves and seemed lacking in agility. However, the show quickly gained momentum and became a breathtaking experience, thanks to…
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Back-to-Back Laughs: My Weekend with Jokers Canada Comedy Shows
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I attended my first Jokers Canada comedy show this weekend, and it was an absolute blast! A colleague recommended it, so I checked out the Coquitlam performance at the Evergreen Cultural Center on Friday—and wow, what a fun experience. The concept is fantastic, and the artists were incredibly talented. I…
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A Stirring Reflection on Love, Violence, and Resilience
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Last night, I went to see the performance of “Echoes from Far Away Cities” at the Evergreen Theater, and I am sure that like me the audience was captivated by the brilliance of the play Echoes – a production that delves deep into the harrowing realities of domestic violence. While…
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Stepping into Empowerment: A Night of Astonishment at The Shoe Project Play at the BMO Theatre
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Last night, I had the privilege of attending The Shoe Project play, presented by the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS). As the website promised, the event truly showcased the superpower of stories. Immigrant and refugee women, under the guidance of professional writing and theatre coaches, shared their personal stories, each…
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Te Tangi a te Tūī’s acrobatic stories of Māori
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The world premiere of “Te Tangi a te Tūī” at the York Theatre on October 19th was an unforgettable experience. This Indigenous language and oral storytelling-driven circus-theatre piece, commissioned by The Cultch and Urban Ink, left a profound impact. It successfully blended artistry, culture, and an emotional narrative. The show…