“April is the cruelest month,” T.S. Eliot famously wrote. He wasn’t talking about tariffs or Trump or the Canucks (sigh). But, yes, it’s a tough time. All the more reason to find relief and sanity in the theatre. From Motown to Jane Austen to Dolly Parton, this month’s best bets are split evenly between solo shows and ensembles. Read More
From Motown to Jane Austen to Dolly Parton, this month’s best bets are split evenly between solo shows and ensembles
From Motown to Jane Austen to Dolly Parton, this month’s best bets are split evenly between solo shows and ensembles
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“April is the cruelest month,” T.S. Eliot famously wrote. He wasn’t talking about tariffs or Trump or the Canucks (sigh). But, yes, it’s a tough time. All the more reason to find relief and sanity in the theatre. From Motown to Jane Austen to Dolly Parton, this month’s best bets are split evenly between solo shows and ensembles.
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A History of Motown
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When: April 2-13
Where: Firehall Arts Centre
Tickets and info: From $30 at firehallartscentre.ca
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I first saw Krystal Dos Santos in 2020 in Hey Viola! She co-wrote the musical and played Viola Desmond, now on our $10 bills. She was incredible. What a voice, and she can write, too. In this self-penned show at the Firehall, she narrates the history and sings the great songs of Motown along with her five-piece band.
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Sun Spots
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Ins Choi: Son of a Preacherman
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When: April 2-13
Where: Pacific Theatre
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Tickets and info: From $20 at pacifictheatre.org
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In this new solo show from Toronto actor and Kim’s Convenience creator Ins Choi, who grew up in a Korean church where his father was head pastor, he sings and tells stories about his life, art and faith. Choi has a long-running relationship with Pacific Theatre, whose artistic director, Kaitlin Williams, directs.
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Burning Mom
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When: To April 20
Where: Granville Island Stage
Tickets and info: From $29 at artsclub.com
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Just after she lost her husband, Meiko Ouchi’s mom drove from Calgary to the Nevada desert for the Burning Man festival. Susinn McFarlen is the sole actor in this Arts Club production, a journey of self-discovery, revitalization and human connection. Playwright Ouchi directs.
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Pride and Prejudice
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When: April 17-26
Where: Gateway Theatre, Richmond
Tickets and info: From $35 at gatewaytheatre.com
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Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Jane Austen’s best novel gets an A-list production at Richmond’s Gateway, with Melissa Oei, Chris Walters and Kate Besworth, currently the best actress in Vancouver, as Elizabeth Bennett. The ever-witty Scott Bellis directs this Western Canada Theatre-Gateway co-pro.
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Dance Nation
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When: April 23-May 11
Where: York Theatre
Tickets and info: From $29 at thecultch.com
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Another terrific cast graces Clare Barron’s Pulitzer-finalist play about a competitive dance team of preteens competing for a national championship. From Vancouver’s innovative The Search Party, directed by Mindy Parfitt with choreography by Amber Barton. Part of The Cultch’s Warrior Festival.
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9 to 5: The Musical
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When: April 25-May 11
Where: Massey Theatre, New Westminster
Tickets and info: From $29 at royalcitymusicaltheatre.com
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This year’s Royal City Musical Theatre’s annual show is the theatrical adaptation of 9 to 5, the movie, with music and lyrics by the much-loved Dolly Parton. With yet another stellar cast, including my current favourite local musical artist, Madeleine Suddaby. Co-directed byChris Adams and ace choreographer Valerie Easton.
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