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Jeni’s Picks for the week aheadDear Picks People, late as life overtook me this week. A full but rushed list. If you notice any errors (entirely possible as worked into the wee hours) please let me know. Visit my website for additions as the week progresses. As usual please check with venues for changes to schedule. Enjoy!
 Mrs.Lovett’s Pie Shop – Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Oct 16-31, 2018This event runs from October 16, 2018 until October 31, 2018.
The Snapshots Collective presents an intimate and site specific production of Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun! Tickets $29 and up. Some lesser priced seats will require “twisting” in your seat to see all of the action. Don’t forget to add on your Meat or Veggie pie (pie service starts at 7.15p.m.)  Tyrant Studios – Krapp’s Last Tape October 5-26, 2018This event runs from October 5, 2018 until October 26, 2018.
Seven Tyrants Theatre, Vancouver’s Jessie Award winning independent theatre company, opens its first season of work in their new performance venue with Samuel Beckett’s absurdist one-man masterpiece: Krapp’s Last Tape. The production stars Jessie Award nominated actor Linden Banks as “Krapp”, and is directed by David Thomas Newham, who additionally provides the lighting and set designs. Tuesdays through Fridays at 8pm (* No show on Mondays) Saturdays at 4pm Sundays at 7pm Tickets: $26  Orpheum Annex – The Marrow Free eventOctober 23, 2018 8:00 pm
The Marrow with special guest Josh Zubot. A celebration of the Album Ejdeha out on Songlines recordings The Marrow is lead by Oud Player Gordon Grdina, the group brings together Arabic Maqam and Persian Dastgah with western improvised music. Gordon Grdina oud Josh Zubot violin Mark Helias bass Hamin Honari daf, tombak  West Point Grey Legion – WOW Jazz Orchestra By DonationOctober 23, 2018 8:00 pm
WOW Jazz Orchestra plays a semi-regular gig at the Legion on Tuesdays. Led by bassist Dave Guiney, regular WOW members include some of Vancouver’s best local musicians : Jack Stafford, Derry Byrne, Craig Scott, Steve Hilliam, Rod Murray, Chris Startup, Tom Shorthouse, Dave Guiney, Sharman King, Dennis Esson, and the legendary Oliver Gannon.  Gold Saucer – New Works 13 Pay-what-you-canOctober 23, 2018 9:30 pm
Weekly performance series curated by Barbara Adler, Cole Schmidt & James Meger. Tuesdays at the Gold Saucer Studio. NEW WORKS 13 Featuring WALLGRIN (Experimental Pop) ALVARO ROJAS (Guitar) KATE FRANKLIN & JAMIE ROBINSON (Contemporary Dance)  15th Annual DTES Heart of the City Festival October 24- November 4, 2018This event runs from October 24, 2018 until November 4, 2018.
Over 100 events at over 40 venues throughout the Downtown Eastside With a focus on the rich and diverse communities of the Downtown Eastside, the 15thAnnual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival celebrates the creative and committed artists and activists who thrive in the heart of Vancouver. The 2018 Festival features twelve days of music, stories, songs, poetry, cultural celebrations, films, theatre, dance, spoken word, forums, workshops, discussions, gallery exhibits, mixed media, art talks, history talks and history walks. This year’s theme is “Seeds of Justice, Seeds of Hope.” The Downtown Eastside community has an inspiring history of advocacy for human rights and social justice. View schedule here  Provence Marinaside- Hip Pocket with Diane Lines Free eventOctober 24, 2018 6:00 pm
Hip Pocket Trio featuring Diane Lines Adam Rohrlick: tenor saxophone and electric guitar Diane Lines: keyboards and vocals Brent Gubbels: acoustic bass  Mangos – A Voice for Venezuelan Refugees FundraiserOctober 24, 2018 7:00 pm
“A Voice for Venezuelan Refugees”, an evening of R&B and Latin Jazz, is a fundraising event organized by Action for Venezuela in cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Special presentations by: Zapato Negro delivering an eclectic and exciting performance with their unique blend of progressive jazz and Afro-Caribbean rhythms Dutch Robinson and his band, maestros at delivering a powerful, soulful, and heartfelt performance with a mix of both classic Soul covers and outstanding originals.  Hood29 (formerly Cottage Bistro) – Joy of Jazz Concerts with Plato Crema GoodOctober 24, 2018 7:30 pm
JOY OF JAZZ CONCERTS 2018-2019 The 2nd concert of the Joy Of Jazz Concerts Series takes place on Wednesday October 24th at Hood 29 and features vocalists Laura Crema & Karin Plato along with bassist Conrad Good. The artists will pay tribute to the wonderful vocalist Sheila Jordan who has devoted much of her career to the voice/bass format performing and recording with acclaimed bassists such as Harvie S, Cameron Brown, Steve Swallow and others. 2018 marks Sheila’s 90th birthday and throughout the Joy Of Jazz series we will celebrate this remarkable jazz vocalist and music educator. Cover $15 cash at door  The Cultch – The Ones We Leave Behind October 24- November 23 2018This event runs from October 24, 2018 until November 3, 2018.
A new play about the redemptive power of human connection from Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre An investigator for the Public Trustee, Abby Chung is assigned her first case: to find the next-of-kin for an elderly woman named Beatrice, who has died without any family or friends to claim her. As Abby uncovers more details of Beatrice’s lonely life, she is confronted by her own demons and is forced to face the mystery of her own life—the truth about her own father who walked out on her and her mother years ago. Exploring themes of isolation and abandonment, The Ones We Leave Behind poses the question, are the greatest walls the ones we build within ourselves? Tickets $24-$59  The Heatley – Colleen Rennison with Ty Collins By DonationOctober 25, 2018 9:00 pm
Vancouver-bred singer Colleen Rennison is a multi-talented individual who regularly appears in films and on television, Rennison burst onto the scene as a vocalist with blues-rock outfit No Sinner a couple of years ago, showcasing a set of pipes that few others possess, recalling the power and edge of legends like Etta James and Janis Joplin. Colleen has been living and performing in Austin TX for the past year and is back for this special one off show along with local guitarist/singer/songwriter and motorcycle man Ty Collins.  St.Paul’s Labyrinth – Zlatna Mountain: Traditional Balkan Folk Songs By DonationOctober 26, 2018 6:00 pm
Walk the labyrinth to the beautiful vocals of Zlatna Mountain. Featuring Carmen Rosen, Shireen Nabatian, Kristina Zalite and Heidi Ravenel, Zlatna Mountain presents traditional folk songs from the Balkan region. Songs are sung a cappella or with light instrumentation and tell stories about our special relationship with nature. The Labyrinth at St. Paul’s is a walking meditation space. On the last Friday of the month, it hosts some of the best contemplative musicians in Vancouver.  Red Lion – Ron Johnston/Cameron Hood & friends By DonationThis event runs from September 28, 2018 until October 26, 2018.
Piano refurbished and with an updated sound system, Ron (piano) & Cameron (bass) are back every Friday playing an eclectic assortment of jazz tunes. A rotating list of friends drop by and sit in…. often, but not always, vocalists.  Gold Saucer – Estatic Waves Musical Haunted House Pay-what-you-canThis event runs from October 26, 2018 until October 28, 2018.
A new seasonal experience: Halloween turned into sound! Enter the gold saucer and be transported to spooky landscape of shadows, the supernatural, and objects come to life! At the same time, experience new music and stagecraft by members Mike Allen, Chris Blaber, Erica Regehr, and Nadia Schibli. ***Three performances nightly … at 7p.m. 8p.m. or 9p.m.  Frankie’s Jazz Bar – From NYC Harry AllenThis event runs from October 26, 2018 until October 27, 2018.
Simply put, Harry Allen has it all. He’s consistently reliable and endlessly adaptable, swinging and inventive, thoughtful and resourceful, smooth and bold; plus, and this counts for a lot, easygoing, affable and, especially, tireless. On tenor saxophone, he has graced so many stages and so many recordings over the past two and a half decades, both as a sideman and a leader-he’s made more than 40 albums under his own name for the Japanese market alone-that any attempt to patch together a résumé would be a futile exercise. With Tony Foster on piano, Joe Poole on drums and Russ Botten on bass. Cover $22.50 (also on Saturday Oct 27)  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Dave Sikula Trio By DonationOctober 26, 2018 8:30 pm
Guitarist Dave Sikula leads a trio through a cross section of the modern jazz cannon. With Jeff Gammon on bass and Joe Poole on drums.  China Cloud – Freedom Muzik Pay-what-you-canOctober 26, 2018 9:00 pm
From the curatorial mind of bassist/host Colin Cowan, FREEDOM MUZIK is a diverse free improvisation series. Musicians’ names are drawn from a chalice to create short improvs for duos, trios, quartets, etc. In the second half of the concert, the full ensemble creates a longer improvised suite. FEATURING: Yves Charuest – saxophone Brian Horswill – Piano Viviane Houle – Voice Colin Cowan – Bass Kenton Loewen – Drums Marina Hasselberg – Cello Karlis Silins – Bass  Tyrant Studios -Kurt Schindelka and GuestsOctober 26, 2018 9:30 pm
Saxophonist/guitarist/vocalist Kurt Schindelka brings his quirky brand of cabaret folk jazz to Tyrant Studios, joined by special guests. As a pre Halloween offshoot of this summer’s Goblin Cabaret, the evening will feature a host of Vancouver’s best musicians playing originals and jazz classics. Cover $10  Christ Church Cathedral – Shades of Blue/ Shades of LossOctober 27, 2018
Shades of Blue/Shades of Loss is a one-day event focused on the concepts of grieving and loss. The event will kick off with an afternoon (1 pm to 5 pm) of information, music and interactive sessions including workshops (such as processing grief through movement, journaling and poetry as well as a session on grieving for men); an art exhibit; and grief stations (such as the anger/art room). Admission to the workshops is by donation. In the evening the Shades of Blue/Shades of Loss performance will include music (by the Marcus Mosely Chorale), singing, dancing, spoken word and guest speakers. Volunteer counselors will be on hand throughout the day and evening. Tickets to evening performance $30  Jazz @ The Pat – Dutch Robinson Quartet Free eventOctober 27, 2018 3:00 pm
The return of this soulful, swinging singer Dutch Robinson – vocals Lorne Kellett – piano Cameron Hood – bass Buff Allen – drums  Mountainview Cemetery – 14th Annual Night for All Souls Free eventOctober 27, 2018 6:00 pm
The first fires are lit at sundown, and throughout the evening the cemetery comes alive with music, poetry, and flickering candles. Inside the celebration hall you will find tea to refresh you, and flowers, papers and candles for the creation of personal memorials to place on one of the artist made shrines or family graves. You may wish to bring a jar and copies of personal photos to make a memorial. Other materials available on-site.  Jazz at Tangent Cafe – Brent Mah Trio By DonationOctober 27, 2018 6:00 pm
Alto saxophonist Brent Mah leads an organ trio through funky 1960’s jazz hits. With Jason de Couto on organ. Drums t.b.a.  Parade of Lost Souls: Magic and Realism + After PartyOctober 27, 2018 7:00 pm
Parade of Lost Souls from 7:00pm-10:00pm @ secret location TBA! But it’ll be in the Commercial Drive area. Feast your eyes and ears on live bands, art installations, clowns galore, delicious food trucks, and much much more from the minds and hearts of our beloved city’s artists! And don’t forget to bring something for the altar! Whatever and whoever you want to remember this night, all offerings will be accepted. After Party @ the Wise Hall, 9:00pm-1:00am. BUY TICKETS SOON! IT ALWAYS SELLS OUT FAST! Tickets $25 Featuring…. The Mariachi Band! DJ Pharmboy w/ Band! DJ Tarran aka The Tailor! A Go Go Dancer! Magic Acts! A Witty and Outlandish Emcee! Carnival Band and Balkan Shmalkan to play between sets!  Woods Studio – Lonesome Leash Album ReleaseOctober 27, 2018 9:00 pm
The Delicate Art of Lonesome Leash ( multi-instrumentalist Walt McClements), originally from New Orleans and now based out of Los Angeles, contains a subtle blend of potent and deeply-rooted influences that transport the listener to new horizons. The late-fall album release tour goes coast to coast across the US, with October 27th in Vancouver being the only Canadian date. McClements will be sharing his Vancouver show with two local solo artists Me_Gang and Adam Farnsworth. Tickets $12  8East -Kenton Loewen Quartet ft Yves Charuest, Tommy Babin & Josh Zubot By DonationOctober 27, 2018 9:00 pm
This is one of two stops in Vancouver for saxophonist Yves Charuest on his tour of the west coast. First set: Lisa Cay Miller Piano JP Carter Trumpet Jeremy Page Saxophone Torsten Müller Bass Second set: Yves Charuest Saxophone Kenton Loewen Drums Josh Zubot Violin Tommy Babin Bass Suggested donation $20 but no-one turned away.  The Heatley – Open House & Fundraiser BrunchOctober 28, 2018 11:30 am
Fundraiser brunch show at the Heatley Restaurant to raise money to finish renovating an exciting new Artist Space….. a place where musicians, dancers, actors and artists can rehearse, record, collaborate and perform. This new space is located behind the Heatley Restaurant and there will be an open-house during the brunch so you can wander back and have a look! Performances by: ★ Karla Mundy ★ Scott Smith ★ Jimmy Roy ★ Hannah Walker ★ ★ Marin Patenaude ★ Ruby & Smith ★ Radio Grande ★ With the Band: ★ Ben Rogalsky ★ Kathleen Nisbet ★ Tim Tweedale ★ ★ Patrick Metzger ★  Gallery Gachet – Grand Opening of the new Gallery + WePress SpaceOctober 28, 2018 1:00 pm
It’s been just under a year since Gallery Gachet + WePress opened their doors at the new space on the ground floor of the Beacon Hotel. An afternoon of letterpress and 3D printer demonstrations, snacks and drinks, and a chance to hang out and meet new people. A collaboration between DTES Heart of the City Festival, Gallery Gachet, WePress, and Powell Street Festival Society.  Pat’s Pub – Hugh Fraser 60th Birthday Bash..with VEJI and more By DonationOctober 28, 2018 1:00 pm
Hugh Fraser’s 60th Birthday Celebration. Featuring the Hugh Fraser Quintet, the 17-piece Vancouver Ensemble of Jazz Improvisation “VEJI”, the Daniel Miles Kane Jazz Therapy Jam Bands and the James Fraser Trio with L.A. Jazz Legend John Gross.  Jazz Vespers – Sanctuary All Stars By DonationOctober 28, 2018 4:00 pm
The band was formed in January, 1998 to provide an opportunity for some of the younger musicians in town to play with some of the more established performers. The big band milieu provides an ideal vehicle for this and provides for a real learning workshop, as well.  Frankie’s Jazz Bar – Tony Wilson’s Tribute to Sonny GreenwichOctober 28, 2018 8:00 pm
Guitarist Tony Wilson, pianist Chris Gestrin, bassist André Lachance and drummer Dylan van der Schyff pay tribute to the great Canadian guitarist Sonny Greenwich. Sonny Greenwich came to prominence in the 1970s and his career spanned several decades. His very original style combines the phrasing of jazz great Grant Green and the spiritual qualities of John Coltrane’s music. The band will be performing tunes by Sonny and a few original compositions by Tony Wilson. Cover $16  WISE Hall – Petunia & The Vipers By DonationThis event runs from October 30, 2018 until December 18, 2018.
Monday night Residency… Petunia & The Vipers Hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind music. |
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