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See "The Bourne Supremacy" the movie - at Famous Players Theatres - starts Friday, July 23rd, 2004.
See "Alien vs. Predator" - playing at Famous Players Theatres or at a theatre near you.
"Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow" - in theatres September 17th, 2004.
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VancouverPhotography.com - Vancouver Photographers Display Their Photography.
VancouverSights.com - Vancouver Sights, Photography and Attractions with local photographer, Bob Herger. Features a good collection of Vancouver Links to the City including Local Radio Stations. Listen online!
K. - Franz Kafka: A Passionate Life - January 14 - 24, 2004 - Theatre at UBC Homepage.
Anne Sofie Von Otter, Mezzo-Soprano - January 25, 2004 - info at the Vancouver Recital Society about Anne Sofie Von Otter and other concerts in the 2003/2004 Recital Season. Performances listed to April 2004.
Violins of the World - January 31, 2004 - info at Chan Centre For The Performing Arts.
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe - from the novel by C.S. Lewis has 16 Sold Out Shows to date and is being Held Over Until February 1st, 2004. Tickets available at PacificTheatre.org or Phone: 604-731-5518.
An Evening with the Sopranos - an evening of entertainment and dinner with four of HBO's television cast of 'The Sopranos' at the SkyBar, Vancouver, BC, February 19, 2004.
Sea To Sky Hockey Challenge - featuring Former NHL Stars Vs. All-Star Celebrity Team with names Cam Neely, Bryan Trottier, Kirk McLean, Tiger Williams, Russ Courtnall, The Hanson Brothers, Ross Rebagliati, Lui Passaglia, Howie Meeker, Bruce Allen, Larry and Willy. At Whistler February 21, and at GM Place in Vancouver February 22, 2004. Tickets Available online at Ticketmaster or charge by phone.
Acoustic Evening with Buddy Guy - At the Commodore Ballroom February 21st, tickets available at Ticketmaster.ca
An Evening with Sarah Brightman - GM Place, February 27th, tickets available at Ticketmaster.
Jim Byrnes Acoustic Band - At St. James Community Centre, Vancouver, February 27th, phone 604-257-0366. At the Inlet Theatre, Port Moody, February 28th, phone 604-931-2008.
The Crystal Method - band performs to promote their latest release Legion of Boom, with DJ Hyper. At the Commodore Ballroom, March 1st, tickets available at Ticketmaster.
California Wine Fair - Graciously Hosted by the Consulate General of the United States. Ballroom Tasting February 24, 2004 and Robert Mondavi Family of Wines California Wine Maker's Dinner March 5, 2004, information at the Arts Club Theatre Company, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
From Hamburg to Vienna - Celebrate Mendelssohn, Schubert, Brahms & Rheinberger. Performances March 5, 6 and 7th, 2004 by the Vancouver Cantata Singers in a CBC Broadcast Event.
Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve - at the Vogue Theatre, Sunday, March 7th, 2004. Tickets online at hob.com or ticketmaster.ca
Fosse - Winner of the 1999 Tony Award for Best Musical - March 9th to March 14th, 2004, tickets at Ticketmaster. Info at The Centre, in Vancouver, for Performing Arts.
1st Annual Pet Expo - Hundreds of Exhibits and Displays featuring seminars, demonstrations, and all types of pets. There are also prizes to be won. At the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre at Canada Place, March 13 - 14, 2004. Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM; Sunday 10 AM - 5 PM. For more information, call 1-888-999-5513.
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The Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival - A World of Wine in Your Glass. March 15 - 21, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Rod Stewart - Live in Concert March 17th, 2004 at General Motors Place, Vancouver, BC. Tickets at hob.com or ticketmaster.ca
Cat Fanciers of B.C. 46th Annual Championship and Household Pet Cat Show - historically the largest cat show in British Columbia, 250 cats from around the world compete for the title "Best in Show." Friday, March 19, 2004 to Sunday, March 21, 2004 - HOURS: Friday: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds. Info at Canada.com
The 84th Annual Pacific International Auto Show - opens March 26, 2004 and runs until April 4, 2004 at BC Place Stadium.
Metallica - the heavy metal band plays with Godsmack at GM Place, March 26, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Tom Jones - Pop icon will play some songs from his new album, Reloaded The Greatest Hits which includes the hit song It's Not Unusual. At the Orpheum Theatre, March 30, 2004. Tickets online at Ticketmaster or phone 604-280-4444.
Barenaked Ladies - Pop band famous for the song If I Had $1,000,000 performs at GM Place, March 30, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Björn Again - The ABBA Experience - the World's Best ABBA Tribute Band performs at the Orpheum Theatre - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
The Dalai Lama gives public talks at the UBC Thunderbird Stadium and at the Pacific Coliseum on April 18, 2004. Information at www.ticketmaster.ca - also speaks at the UBC Chan Centre - The theme is Balancing Educating the Mind with Educating the Heart - featuring Nobel Peace Prize winners the Dalai Lama, Shirin Ebadi and Desmond Tutu, along with UBC First Nations educator Jo-ann Archibald, Vaclav Havel, former president of the Czech Republic and Rabbi Zalman Schacter-Shalomi from the USA. The April 20, 2004 forum is SOLD OUT but you can enter a contest to win tickets by submitting a story about the theme. To enter the contest, go to Contests at VancouverSun.com - Deadline for entries is March 31, 2004 at 4 pm.
Simon Fraser University Pipe Band - Concert by the SFU Pipe Band, Dance Team, and Celtic Musicians with Special Guests at the Bell Performing Arts Centre - April 4, 2004.
Roger Whittaker & His Band - Greatest Hits Tour. April 8, 2004 at the Orpheum Theatre. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Bobby McFerrin - info at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Home Page - ten-time Grammy Award winner brings his show to the Orpheum Theatre, Tuesday, April 13, 2004.
The Strokes - New York City band performs songs from the album Room on Fire with guests the Raveonettes. At the Plaza of Nations, April 16, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Whistler2004.com - Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival - April 16 - 25, 2004, Whistler. See the world's best skiers and boarders at North America's largest winter sports and music festival. Visit www.whistlerblackcomb.com/twssf for package details.
Pixies - at the Commodore Ballroom, April 22 - 23, 2004, SOLD OUT * see below for another show.
The Nylons - 25th Anniversary Tour, Saturday, April 24, 2004, 8:00 PM at The Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale, North Vancouver, B.C. Phone: (604) 984-4484.
David (Honeyboy) Edwards - is 88 years old and still performing as one of the last surviving Mississippi Delta blues pioneers. At the Yale, April 25, 2004 at 5 PM.
Anatomica - I Seem To Be A Verb - a new dance and choreography that communicates without words. Vancouver dancer and choreographer Susan Elliot prefers tensegrity in a world that forces us to "get connected," allowing these impressions to flow into her choreography. April 27 to May 1st, 2004 at the Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Swollen Members - local hip-hop group is at the Ozone Nightclub, 7300 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC, April 29th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Okanagan Wine Festivals - 2004 Okanagan Spring Wine Festival, April 29 to May 2, 2004. There's something happening all throughout the year. Check back for upcoming dates.
Terracotta Warriors - A World Premiere Action-Musical - Dance, Acrobatics, Martial Arts, Songs @ The Centre, in Vancouver, for Performing Arts, May 4 - 30, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Quidam - Cirque du Soleil - celebrating "Quidam" - the nameless passer-by... with acts including clowns, juggling, aerial hoops, handbalancing and more. May 6 to May 30, 2004 at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
Cirque du Yaletown - Discover Dix BBQ & Brewery or Yaletown Brewing and catch a trolley from there to the Cirque du Soleil. For more information, call the Yaletown Brewing Co. at 604-681-2739 or Dix at 604-682-2739.
Diana Krall - Jazz musician performs May 7th, 2004 at GM Place, Vancouver, BC. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Bif Naked - at the Commodore Ballroom, May 7th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
April Wine - Canadian Classic Rock at the Commodore Ballroom, May 15, 2004 at 9:00 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
The Phoenix Chamber Choir - Presents an evening with Dr. Roberta Bondar, Canadian astronaut, scientist, neurologist, photographer, author and the first Canadian woman to travel to Space. Join the celebrated public speaker in an evening a word, music and imagery including Dr. Bondar's photography of Earth and Space. Featured music includes Lux Aeterna by Ligeti (from the film 2001: A Space Odyssey) and the World Premiere of Lost in the Stars arranged by Miles Ramsay. At Queen's Avenue United Church, New Westminster, May 15th, 2004.
Merle Haggard - Country Legend plays at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre with Guests Blackie & the Rodeo Kings and Russell deCarle on Sunday, May 16th, 2004.
Dido - British Pop Artist is at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on May 17, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Vancouver International Children's Festival - The 27th Annual Festival starts on May 17th and runs until May 24th, 2004 at Vanier Park.
Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair - Midway & Kid's Korral, Live Entertainment, Treasures of Egypt Exhibit, Agricultural & Livestock Displays. May 21st - 24th, 2004. For Rodeo Information, Phone: 604-576-9461.
1st Annual Vancouver International Tattoo Convention - May 28, 29 & 30th, 2004 at the P.N.E. Fairgrounds Agrodome, Vancouver, BC. "150 of the world's top tattoo artists, Freak Shows and tattoo contests." Featured Bands include Swollen Members, Zimmers Hole, Crystal Pistol, Billy Butcher, Kill Rythym, and Krome. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
Bard on the Beach - Shakespeare Festival. From June 3rd to September 26th, 2004. On Stage Now! Events such as Much Ado, Merry Wives and MacBeth, BBQ & Fireworks, A Taste of Mission Hill wine tasting with performance, Tea with King Lear, plus more. Phone 604-739-0559 or visit them on the web.
k.d. lang - with the VSO. Info at Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. June 7th & 8th, 8 PM at the Orpheum.
The Mystical Arts of Tibet - Tibetan Lamas from Drepung Loseling Monastery. Sacred Music, Sacred Dance & Chanting for World & Inner Healing. Thursday, June 10, 2004, 6:30 - 10:15 PM. Downtown Vancouver. Register online at www.learningannex.com or call 1-877-277-1240.
Alcan Dragonboat Festival - June 19 - 20, 2004 at Concord Pacific Place, Science World and Creekside Park.
Cinemashow - The Musical with Amazing Choreographies and Exceptional Voices. The Magic of the Big Screen meets the Passion of Theatre in this Musical's International Tour. At the Vogue Theatre June 10 - July 4, 2004 (preview performance June 9th). Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Canada Day at Canada Place 2004 - a BC experience from 10:30 AM to 7 PM, July 1st, 2004. Join the celebration at the 17th annual Canada Day at Canada Place!
Whistler Arts & Music Festival -" Live outdoor concert stage, ArtWalk featuring local artists, Street entertainment, Kids activities - Circus training, face painting, Outdoor Film Presentation, Late Night Comedy Shows." July 9 - 11th, 2004. Phone 1-877-972-7374.
Evita- Passion, Power, Idols and Argentina. A Soaring Musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Now Playing at the Stanley Theatre Until June 13, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster or for Corporate and Group Sales go to www.artsclub.com
Swingmatism - Gary Guthman and his New Swing Orchestra, direct from Carnegie Hall. June 24 - July 3rd, 2004 at the Arts Club Theatre, Granville Island, Vancouver. Tickets at Arts Club Box Office or Ticketmaster.
19th Annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival - Concert by Canadian Jazz Icon Oscar Peterson opens the event. Various venues from June 25 - July 4, 2004. For info about the first event, call 604-872-5200.
The Number 14 - "the funniest bus ride this town has ever seen... a slaphappy ride," at the Granville Island Stage, July 7 - August 28th, 2004. Tickets at Box Office: 604-687-1644 or at Ticketmaster: 604-280-3311.
Royal City Show and Shine - 5th Annual Show and Shine, New Westminster, BC, July 10th and 11th, 2004. Follow the links to "entertainment."
26th Annual Harrison Festival of the Arts - July 10 - 18th, 2004 at Harrison Hot Springs, BC. "Indoor Concerts, Music in the Plaza, Art Exhibit, Juries Art/Craft, Literary Cafe, Theatre, Children's day, and more!" Festival Info at 604-796-3664 or from Vancouver phone 604-681-2771.
Stompin' Tom Conners - One Man, One Country, live in concert. Friday, July 16th, 2004 at the Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Vancouver Folk Music Festival - July 16, 17 and 18th, Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver, BC and at www.thefestival.bc.ca or Phone: 604-602-9798 or 1-800-883-3655.
Vancouver Chamber Music & Song Festival - "28 Thrilling Musicians from around the world," Crofton House School Campus, 3200 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, and at Green College Lawn, UBC. July 20 - 30th, 2004. For info contact Vancouver Recital Society at 604-602-0363.
Motown Throwdown - The Temptations and The Four Tops backed by a 15-piece orchestra. At the Orpheum Theatre, Wednesday, July 21st, 2004 at 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Nelly Furtado - pop, hip-hop, and Portuguese fado influence, Canadian artist who hails from Victoria, BC, is at the Orpheum Theatre, July 22nd, 2004 at 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Town of Gibsons - Festivals and Community Events - catch the Sea Cavalcade Festival starting Friday, July 23rd, 2004 through the weekend. Enjoy the Fireworks and other events in the Park. Home of "The Beachcombers, and Molly's Reach." An easy commute from Vancouver/Horseshoe Bay to the Sunshine Coast via the Langdale Ferry. See schedule at BCFerries.com
Mission Folk Music Festival - Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission, BC. July 23 - 25th, 2004. Tickets at www.festivalboxoffice.com
Molson Indy - see the race in Vancouver! Starts Friday, July 23rd, Saturday, July 24th and ends on July 25th, 2004. Cheer on Canada's Paul Tracy, winner of the Molson Indy Vancouver 2003! For information about Volunteering for the Event, visit www.revv.org
17th Annual Caribbean Days Festival - Caribbean Days Festival and Multicultural parade at Waterfront Park, North Vancouver, BC, July 24th - 25th, 2004.
Spririt of the Sea Festival - with parades, BBQ's, Seniors Dance and music, fireworks, entertainment including Polynesian Fire Dancers and more. White Rock, BC, July 31st to August 1st, 2004.
HSBC Celebration of Light - Vancouver Fireworks shows featuring: CHINA, Wednesday, July 28th; SWEDEN, Saturday, July 31st; SPAIN, Wednesday, August 4th; and the GRAND FINALE, Saturday, August 7th, 2004. Shows At English Bay, West End, Vancouver at 10:00 PM.
Harry Connick Jr. - jazz musician is at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, July 29th, 2004 at 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Nazareth - Rock 'n' Roll band from Scotland. See them on Friday, July 30th, 2004, 8 PM at the Commodore Ballroom, located on Granville Street between Robson and Smithe, Downtown Vancouver. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.ca
The Corrs - plus special guest at General Motors Place, August 5th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Matthew Good - Canadian rocker, who hails from Coquitlam, BC (suburb of Vancouver) is promoting his new album, White Light Rock & Roll Review, at the Commodore Ballroom, August 5th, 2004 at 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show - a Red Shift's Productions' presentation at Douglas College from August 6th - 14th, 2004.
Don Henley - vocalist from the Eagles, at Prospera Place, Kelowna, BC, August 8th, 2004 at 8 PM. For ticket info, phone 250-860-1470.
Under The Volcano Festival - 15th Annual Music Festival celebrating social change. At Cates Park, North Vancouver, BC, August 8th at 12 PM. For Info Phone: 604-255-0163.
David Byrne - the force behind the Talking Heads, tours with Austin's Tosca Strings in support of his new solo album Grown Backwards. At the Centre for Performing Arts, August 10th, 2004 at 8:00 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Robert Cray Band - blues rocker tours to promote his new album, Time Will Tell, at the Commodore Ballroom, August 13th, 2004, at 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster, Zulu and Highlife.
Abbotsford International Air Show - August 13th, 14th and 15th, 2004.
Cowboy Junkies - "country band from Toronto," at the Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, August 19th, 2004 at 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster, Zulu and Highlife.
Burnaby Blues & Roots Festival - features Colin James, Roseanne Cash, Buckwheat Zydeco, Jim Byrnes, Gary Comeau and the Voodoo Allstars, and Mike Henry and the BigDawg Band. At Deer Lake Park, Burnaby, BC, August 21st, 2004. Gates open at noon: www.burnabybluesfestival.com or Phone: 604-291-6864.
The Nylons - presented by Theatre Under The Stars at Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park, Vancouver, August 22nd, 2004 at 7 PM. Phone: 604-257-0366.
Tom Cochrane - "Canadian Blues Rocker, with Barlow," at Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park, August 24th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Meow Aid - "5th Annual Fundraiser for lost cats shelter - featuring Sibel Thrasher, Cal Batchelor, Wailin' Damon, John Kisil, Lori Paul, Nigel Mack, Gary Comeau and others." At the Yale Hotel, 1300 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC at 8 PM Thursday, August 26th, 2004. $10.
Seal - In the midst of his most creative period of his life and after a five year absence, Seal is back with a new album simply entitled "Seal." This album shows how Seal's rich soulful voice has evolved. Performance on September 5th, 2004 at the Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver, BC. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Expressions of Rhythm - from the Vancouver Tap Dance Society. "The ultimate in rhythm tap." Featuring Dianne Walker, Brenda Bufalino, Van "the man" Porter, Lane Alexander, Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Terry Brock, Tasha Lawson and a Special Appearance by Jazz Vocal Artist Dee Daniels. At the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre, Hamilton & Dunsmuir, Vancouver, BC, Monday, September 6th, 2004, 1:00 PM Reserved Seating. For tickets call 604-253-0293 or visit www.vantapdance.bc.ca
Pixies - Alternate Rock Group from the late 80's returns for another show at the Plaza of Nations, September 7th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
RENT - "Measure your life in Love" at The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts, September 7th to September 12th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Sarah McLachlan - A Halifax, Nova Scotia native who now calls Vancouver home performs at GM Place, Vancouver, September 10th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Jann Arden - Canadian singer-songwriter performs the venue's grand opening concert at Prospera Centre in Chilliwack, BC, September 10th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Deep Purple with Thin Lizzy - at the Orpheum Theatre, September 11th, 2004, 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
54●40 - & Guests. Festival Seating Outdoor Concert - Saturday, September 11th, 2004 - tickets available at Central City Brewpub. A charity event benefiting the Firefighters' Foundation. Part of the Surrey Music Festival, September 11th & 12th. For more information, go to www.centralcitybrewing.com
Mariachi - The Spirit of Mexico - Jesus Ferrer, Mexican Conductor. Mariachi del America - "de Don Jesus Rodriguez de Hijar, the finest Mexican band in the world." Mariachi del Sol - Canadian Mariachi band. Folkloric Dancers - Guadalajara Ballet. At the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver, BC, September 15 & 16th, 2004, 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Independent Music Video Festival - 40 videos from around the world, live performances, opening special event screening of the documentary Jandek On Corwood. With musical guests Stinkmitt September 16th and Ladyhawk, Scream Club September 17th, 2004. At the Anza Club, 3 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC. Information at www.imvf.com or Phone: 604-878-GOGO.
Earthdance Vancouver - "More than one million people around the world dance for peace." Presented by Tribal Harmonix : DJ's, performances and guest speakers; proceeds benefit Pedal Energy Development Alternatives [PED-AL] - at Ceperley Park, Stanley Park, September 18th, 2004, 12 - 7 PM, free.
Beastie Boys - hip-hop group from New York with Talib Kweli perform at the Pacific Coliseum, September 20th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Greenpeace Benefit - features performances by Chilliwack, Gordy Ryan & Oba, Jim Byrnes with Zubot & Dawson, Paul Horn, Ann Mortifee, Valdy and more. At the Commodore Ballroom, September 21st, 2004, 8 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
George Carlin - Live. "Too Weird for Some Folks" - at The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts, Wednesday, September 22nd, 2004 at 7 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Muse - British art rockers return to Vancouver after their sold-out Vancouver debut earlier this year. Friday, September 24th, 2004 at 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster and at Zulu.
Juan De Marcos Afro Cuban All Stars - Direct from Havana! Authentic Cuban music. The Buena Vista Social Club's Juan De Marcos and his all star orchestra. Friday, September 24th, 2004, 8 PM at The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC.
Queen Tribute - "It's a Kinda Magic!" Showtime Presents the Most Sensational Queen Tribute Ever Staged. Saturday, September 25th, 2004 at The Centre in Vancouver For Performing Arts. On sale now at www.ticketmaster.ca or phone 604-280-4444.
Dixiefest - Traditional jazz festival with Vancouver Classic Jazz Band and Louisiana Joymakers. At the Austria Club, 5851 Westminster Hwy., Richmond, BC, September 25th, 3:00 - 11:15 PM, $37.50 (with dinner), $22 (w/o dinner), call 604-987-6544.
Norah Jones - pianist / singer performs with her rootsy-jazz style at GM Place, September 27th, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Riverdance - The Show. At the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, September 28th - October 3rd, 2004. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
23rd Annual Vancouver International Film Festival 2004 - September 23rd to October 8th.
Julia Gooding / soprano & Daniel Taylor / countertenor - with Maggie Cole / harpsichord & Nigel North / lute - in a programme entitled : "Sing all ye Muses" Vocal gems of the English Renaissance & early Baroque at The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Sunday, October 3rd, 2004, 8 PM. Early Music Vancouver's 35th Anniversary Season, information at www.earlymusic.bc.ca or phone 604-732-1610.
Air Supply - Soft rock group from Australia brings their show to the Centre For The Performing Arts, 777 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC, October 7th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
KMFDM - German industrial music duo, with guest DJ Acucrack. At Sonar, 66 Water Street, Vancouver, BC, October 7th, 2004 at 9 PM. $22 at Zulu, Scrape, Scratch, Highlife and Noize.
QUEENSRΫCHE - Metal rockers from Seattle, Washington, USA, perform at the Commodore Ballroom, October 7th, 2004 at 9 PM. For tickets, inquire online at Ticketmaster.ca or phone: 604-280-4444.
Sting (formerly with The Police) and Annie Lennox (voice of the Eurythmics) - perform at GM Place, October 9th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Ticketmaster - SOLD OUT.
Celebración! México
y Canadá - The Vancouver Chamber Choir (Jon Washburn, Conductor)
collaborates with Mexican consul-general Hector Diaz in commemoration of the
60th anniversary of Mexican - Canadian diplomatic relations. With special
guest Mexican harpist, Angel Padilla Crespo, who performs a portion for solo
harp and plays the song cycle Dibujos sobre un Puerto by Arturo Márquez
as well as pieces by Isaàc Albéniz.
Performances by:
Hernando Franco - Magnificat
sexti toni
Artus Aux-Cousteaux - Missa Grata sum
Harmonia
Johannes Brahms - Songs for Women's Voices,
Horns and Harp
Arturo Márquez - Missa Grata sum Harmonia
(harp solo)
premiere - Ensalada! A Folksong
Banquet
and more... Saturday, October 9th, 2004 at the Chan Centre
for the Performing Arts. Information at
www.vancouverchamberchoir.com
- Tickets at ticketmaster.ca
Matthew Good - Put Out Your Lights tour, with Auf der Maur and Limblifter. At the Vogue Theatre, October 10th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Tom Waits -
featuring: Brain : Marc Ribot
: Larry Taylor - proudly presented by The Commodore Ballroom in its 75th
Anniversary. Saturday, October 16th, 2004. Tickets on sale October
2nd - only at the Commodore Ballroom Box Office, 868 Granville Street,
Vancouver, BC. Limit 2 tickets per person.
Martin Short - comedy legend, star of films, television, theatre and Broadway, SCTV and Saturday Night Live, Martin Short brings his hilarious stand-up and improvisational talents to the Orpheum Theatre for One Night Only! Tuesday, October 19th, 2004, 8 PM.
Van Halen - at the Pacific Coliseum, Vancouver, BC, Saturday, October 23rd, 2004 - Tickets go on sale Friday, September 10th, 2004 available through Ticketmaster. Information at VancouverPlus.ca - related links: Sammy Hagar Official Site; David Lee Roth Official Site; The Diamond David Lee Roth Army - a site celebrating David Lee Roth and Classic Van Halen; Van Halen Links.
Surrey International Writer's Conference - "Readings and workshops with authors including George Bowering, Diana Gabaldon, Elizabeth George, Anne Perry, Catherine Coulter, Michael Slade, Susan Musgrave, Jack Whyte, Bruce Hale, and Donald Maass." At the Sheraton Guildford Hotel, Surrey, BC, October 22 - 24, 2004. Visit: www.siwc.ca for details.
17th Vancouver International Writers & Readers Festival - Various venues, continues to October 24, 2004. Phone: 604-280-3311, 604-681-6330, www.writersfest.bc.ca
The Canadian Premiere of : Dracula - The Silver Scream - "Emily Van Helsing dines out with Dracula," vampire tale turned to zany comedy, running to October 30th, 2004, Wednesdays through Saturdays at New Westminster's Burr Theatre at 530 Columbia Street, Phone: 604-523-2877.
Fright Nights at the PNE - "Five haunted houses and unlimited access to most Playland rides featured at haunted amusement park." Pacific National Exhibition, Renfrew at Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, October 8th - 24th weekends, October 25th - 31st daily, 6 - 11 pm. Not recommended for children under 13.
Sunday, October 31st, 2004, 8 PM at the Orpheum Theatre - The Mark of Zorro - legendary silent film icon Douglas Fairbanks stars as Don Diego Vega, a Spanish nobleman who secretly masquerades as Zorro, the dashing masked hero infamous for his sword-carved Z. The Mark of Zorro, a Special Hallowe'en Silent Film Classic Presentation with live accompaniment by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Prizes for best costumes if you choose to dress up for Hallowe'en night! Try out your dueling skills under the guidance of BC's Olympic Fencing Coach and National Team members. From 7:30 PM, exciting real-life duels and demonstrations await you. En garde! Visit the BCFA at: www.bcfencing.ca - VSO Customer Service - Phone: 604-876-3434. Ticketmaster.ca or Phone: 604-280-3311 for Group Rates.
Sexy Laundry - A Mature Rendezvous by Michele Riml, at Granville Island Stage, October 14th - November 13th, 2004. Website: www.artsclub.com - tickets at Ticketmaster.
Les Misérables - "the world's most popular musical." November 10 - 14, 2004 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Blonde Redhead - New York based art pop trio returns, with Liars. At the Commodore Ballroom, November 13th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster, Zulu and Scratch.
Ministry - second show added, at the Commodore Ballroom, November 15th, 2004, 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster, Zulu and Scratch.
R.E.M. - Alternative rock group performs songs from their new album Around the Sun, with Charlie Mars at the Orpheum Theatre, November 21st, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Santa Claus Parade - Sunday, November 21, 2004 beginning at Burrard and Drake streets at 11:30 am, the city of Vancouver's first Christmas Parade in 15 years draws crowds of over 100,000. See link to photos of parade. Watch the Rogers Santa Claus Parade on Global BC on December 4, 2004 @ 1 pm and on December 25, 2004 @ 12 pm.
Avril Lavigne - Canadian rocker performs at the Pacific Coliseum, November 24th, 2004, 7:30 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Carol Ships 'Parade of Lights' Society - traditional carol ship and shoreside celebration of lights during the holiday season - 43rd Year Celebration! December 1st to December 23rd, 2004.
James Brown - Papa's Got A Brand New Tour! Funkin' Canada with Special Guest jacksoul, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Friday, December 3rd, 2004. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Watch the Rogers Santa Claus Parade on Global BC on December 4, 2004 @ 1 pm and on December 25, 2004 @ 12 pm.
Morgan Fairchild - The Graduate - Broadway's #1 Comedy (for mature audiences only, no minors) - Friday, December 3rd to Sunday, December 5th, 2004 for 5 performances at The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
New Westminster's Hyack Santa Claus Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremony - Saturday, December 4th, 2004, 4:00 pm. Columbia Street, Downtown New Westminster. Tree Lighting Ceremony following the parade at Hyack Square, 8th Street & Columbia Street. Easy access by SkyTrain. Information at the New Westminster Hyack Festival Association.
Christmas with the Bach Choir - "A joyful Christmas celebration featuring the Vancouver Bach Choir, the Children's Chorus and Youth Choirs with a brass ensemble and the mighty Orpheum organ." Sunday, December 12, 2004, 2:00 pm at the Orpheum. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Holly Cole - "Jazz singer performs standards and modern pop with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra," at the Orpheum Theatre, December 15 - 16, 2004, 9 PM. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
The Nutcracker - presented by Alberta Ballet & Ballet British Columbia. Choreography: Mikko Nissinen, Music: Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Costumes: Paul Daigle, Sets: Roger Lavoie, with The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. At the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, December 17, 18, 19 at 7:30 pm - December 18 & 19 at 2:00 pm. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Handel's Messiah - "on a grand scale with the 150 voice Vancouver Bach Choir, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and four international soloists..." - Saturday, December 18, 2004, 8:00 pm at the Orpheum. Sing Along Messiah - "experience the elation of singing the choruses of Handel's beloved oratorio with the Bach Choir, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the whole Orpheum audience." - Sunday, December 19, 2004, 2:30 pm at the Orpheum. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
18th Annual Blues for Christmas - entertaining and fundraising event for the Vancouver Food Bank with performers such as: Long John Baldry, Jerry Doucette, Johnny Ferriera, Powder Blues, Dalannah (formerly Gail) Bowen Band, Dr Z, Gary Comeau & The Voodoo, Incognito, Brain Damage, Doc Fingers & Will McCaulder. At the Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, Sunday, December 19th, 2004 at 7 pm. Box office numbers: General Information, Phone: 604-739-7469; Fax: 604-739-5950.
Illusions - Magic n Miracles - Featuring North America's Premier Illusionists - in Abbotsford, BC at Abbey Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Tuesday, December 28th, 2004 - and in New Westminster, BC at the Massey Theatre, 735 8th Avenue, December 29th & 30th. Most of New Westminster Firefighters' charitable magic shows were sold out last year.
First Night 05 Vancouver - Friday, December 31st, 2004, 5 pm - 12:30 am at the CBC Plaza & Library Square. Tickets $10 Advance / $15 Gate, Children Under 5 Years FREE, Family Pack (4 Buttons) $35 (online only) www.firstnightvancouver.ca
To Touch the Stars: A Musical Celebration of Space Exploration - Audio CD - "This album has received enthusiastic endorsements from astronaut Buzz Aldrin and influential space author and Mars expert Dr. Robert Zubrin, as well as coverage on SPACE.com, MSNBC, Popular Science, Air & Space/Smithsonian, The Space Show, Discovery Channel, San Francisco Chronicle, Seattle Times, and other prominent news sources."
Pasifika: Island Journeys at the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia - An Ongoing Exhibit never before showcased Comprising of more than 100 objects from Micronesia, Polynesia, and Melanesia.
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Vancouver Art Gallery - Focus in exhibiting contemporary artwork. See the Andy Warhol exhibition with prints and drawing from the Warhol Museum, June 5th to September 6th, 2004.
Pacific National Exhibition - August 21st to September 6th, 2004. "Rediscover the 2004 Fair at the PNE," and have some fun at Playland, featuring exciting rides, games and special events. See the Eukanuba Superdogs show, Richard's Racers popular duck and pig races, and Big Bob the steer. Stats: born May 11, 1990, birth weight 125 lbs. (56.7 kg), ½ Chiawina (Italian Breed) and ½ Limousin (French Breed). Big Bob presently weighs approximately 3500 lbs. (1587.6 kg) and is unofficially British Columbia's largest cow. See photos of Big Bob and Peter the Great.
Bond, James Bond, The Exhibition -"Be among the first in Canada to enter the top secret world of Agent 007," <Listen to the James Bond Theme Tune> featured exhibition at Science World in Vancouver until September 12th, 2004. Catch the SkyTrain and get off at the Main Street/Science World stop.
Eternal Egypt Exhibit - "...one of the finest exhibitions ever mounted on one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations. Eternal Egypt: Masterworks of Ancient Art from The British Museum brings 3,000 years of ancient history to the Royal BC Museum," July 10th to October 31st, 2004, Victoria, BC.
Sikora's Classical Records - find one of the most extensive collections of classical music recordings anywhere. Located in Downtown Vancouver, BC.
Freight Train Boogie - "dedicated to Americana Music... includes Country & Folk singers and songwriters, some bluegrass, blues and rock."
Animation Express - Browse Animations and Music Videos.
MyPrecious.co.uk - J.R.R. Tolkien: The Lord of the Rings - The Hobbit - The Silmarillion.
Cats of Storm Mountain - An adventure of a Lifetime, read the book, enter the site!
IMDb - The Internet Movie Database. Browse movie titles, characters, quotes, biographies and more. A huge extensive collection.
See Uma Thurman in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill: Volume One, now available on DVD and Volume Two (to be released on DVD August 10, 2004).
bobdylan.com/performances - Listen to Bob Dylan Performances & Rare Recordings or Search the Lyrics Database.
Trooper Tribute - "3 Dressed Up As A 9" - Link to the song lyrics and listen to the original recording by Trooper. Link to the Canadian web site for tour dates, The Official Trooper Site at www.trooper.ca
The Guess Who and Burton Cummings Page - information, Links and photos of the Canadian Rock Band. This site is a member of the Canadian Music Webring.
Nazareth mp3 album download - nearly free, download songs for pennies at e4q.com - From the album Close Enough For Rock 'n' Roll, "Vancouver Shakedown Lyrics" at LyricsDomain.com - See above for the Vancouver concert date.
Jack's Retro Arcade - from Vancouver's 96.9 JACK FM - play Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Frogger, PacMan, Space Invaders, TETRIS and other classics like Moon Patrol and PONG (free) while listening to music online.
Rock 101 Vancouver's Classic Rock. Countdown to the #1 Song : New Year's Eve, December 31st, 2004, 3 pm to midnight.
Beer For Breakfast - presented by CKUW 95.9 FM. Check out the Gallery for far out sights, Playlists, groovy sounds, and the Future with Neat-o swag at the malt shop. Based in Manitoba, Canada. Now on mp3.com
The Wanderer - Real Audio Music Oldies 50's 60's Nostalgia Wanderer.
The Travelers - Real Audio Music Oldies Classic 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's.
Lyrics - Oldies Top 100 Song Hits - This site now contains the song lyrics for the Oldies Top Hits from 1950 to 1983. They hope to have some 40's and more 70's and 80's lyrics in the near future.
Lyrics Depot - Over 60,000 Free Song Lyrics. Browse by artist or album.
LyricServer.com - Search for Song Lyrics with the only search engine that will help you find complete song lyrics even if you do not know the song title or artist.
Entertainment Show Dates Subject to Change Without Notice.
"happy Spring time," the 1st day of Spring, Saturday, March 20th, 2004.
"daylight saving time begins," Sunday, April 4th, 2004.
"Happy Birthday" to the City of Vancouver, BC ~ 118 years old, April 6th, 2004.
"Happy Victoria Day, Canada," May 24th, 2004.
"Summer begins," on June 21st, 2004.
"Happy Canada Day!" 137 years old, July 1st, 2004.
"Happy BC Day," August 2nd, 2004. Confederation to Present.
"Celebrate Labour Day," Long Weekend through to September 6th, 2004 - Vancouver Labour Day Weekend Party - on Saturday the 4th - ZeD Posting. 4th Annual Royal City Jazz Festival, Monday, September 6th, 11 AM - 9 PM - info at www.westminsterquay.com
"Autumnal Equinox," the 1st day of Fall, Wednesday, September 22nd, 2004.
"daylight saving time change," Fall back 1 hour, Sunday, October 31st, 2004.
"Remembrance Day" - November 11th, 2004.
"Christmas Day," Saturday, December 25th, 2004 - The History of Christmas.
New Year's 2005 - New Year's Eve 2004 - "For the 9th consecutive year, EarthCam brings live coverage from Times Square on New Year’s Eve."
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