SCHEDULE / PERFORMANCES

Our 2023 Festival will feature dazzling performances from artists far and wide. From local treasures to international gems, these captivating performers will put a smile on your child’s face and make you hoot with laughter. Discover our weekday and weekend performance times & schedule. View our event calendar.

  1. Tree  A performer helps a small child in the on-stage activity. The performer, a few children, and a few parents, all walk around a tree in the centre of the stage.

    Experience the magical world of Tree in this gentle and intimate show for the youngest of audiences. Tree is a rare opportunity for your baby to experience live theatre created just for them! 

    Ages: 0–2
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  2. Bienvenue Chez Missy D! 

    Missy D est une artiste hip-hop, rap et soul qui fait de sa musique une forme de thérapie pour exprimer tous ses sentiments, partager un message et se connecter avec son public. C’est une fusion des sons de son enfance allant des mélodies françaises, aux légendes du r&b, du rap, de la soul, du jazz, du rock et du hip hop. 

    Ages: All Ages (Grades: 1 and up) 
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  3. A Simple Space  8 acrobatic performers standing next to each other, with one of them balancing upside down on another performer's head.

    You’ll flip, fly and fall in love with this exciting, jaw-dropping show where seven acrobats push their physical limits to the extreme. A breathtaking display of fear-less acrobatics and death-defying feats, A Simple Space will blow you away. 

    Ages: Ages 7 and up (Grades: 1 and up) 
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  4. Magnetic North 

    Magnetic North is an interactive, live looping, fun and high-energy show that will bring you to your feet. Using sound samples of BC endangered environments and animals, take a journey through sonic ecosystems. 

    Ages: All Ages (Grades: K‑7)
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  5. Zooom 

    Inspired by Harold and The Purple Crayon, ZOOOM uses original music, lasers and projections, to take the audience on an immersive shared journey. Kids (and parents) will love this playful, interactive show where light is used to solve problems and build worlds. 

    Ages: Ages 3–10 (Grades: Pre K — 4) 
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  6. One of a Kind  Members of the ‘One of a Kind’ performance group outlined in a yellow edit smiling at the camera next to each other, in front of the tree

    One of a Kind is a series of stories performed by a talented, diverse group of extraordinary emerging storytellers. Each performer shares a one-of-a-kind tale from their childhood, filled with truths, cultural perspectives, challenges, laughs and adventures all accompanied by physical theatre, music and movement. 

    Ages: Age 5 and up (Grades: 2 — up)

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  7. Sakasaka  3 smiling faces of performers for the show Sakasaka

    Expect the unexpected as this clown trio takes you on many adventures including a Thriller dance homage, a trip on the Titanic and open-heart surgery! Sakasaka, which means thirsty in Malagasy, is a word-less, physical comedy with live music and sound effects. 

    Ages: All Ages (Grades: K‑12)
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  8. Division Infinity Saves the World!  A purple poster of a peach cardboard hand held gaming console for one of our shows titled division infinity saves the worlds

    A top-secret team of elementary school students is tasked with finding a solution to a global pandemic! Based on stories, art, and puppets created by real Grade 4 students reflecting on their pandemic experiences. 

    Ages: Ages 5–12 (Grades: 2 and up) 
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  9. Small but mighty — Ginalina and Friends  Image of Ginalina wearing a red hat smiling and looking up while holding a guitar in front of a river in the forest

    Take a wonderful multilingual musical journey themed on the value of every child and the small but mighty roles we play every day. Sing, dance, and be part of the musical wonders of Accordion, Guitar, Ukulele, Percussion, Erhu, and Zither, alongside Ginalina with Friends and Guests from the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble. 

    Ages: Ages 0–9 (Grades: Pre‑3)
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  10. The Wild Moccasin Dancers ft. Mz Shellz 

    The Wild Moccasin Dancers featuring award winning female hip hop artist, Mz Shellz are a collective of artists showcasing the contemporary fusion of pow wow drumming, dancing and hip hop. Get ready to be inspired by the regalia, songs, dances and stories! 

    Ages: All Ages (Grades: K‑12)
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  11. Glamily: A Family Dress-Up Party 

    Join Peach Cobblah and other local drag talents for a spectacular evening of dress-up at Glamily!  Glamily is part drag show, part lip-sync open mic, part dress up party and 100% fun! 

    Ages: All Ages
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  12. David Bouchard: Stories, Flutes and more…  David Bouchard smiling, with a couch and lamp in the background

    Gifted storyteller and award-winning author, David Bouchard shares his Indigenous heritage through inspiring stories and touching flute music. 

    Ages: Ages 7 and up (Grades: 2 and up) 
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  13. Aché Brasil  man playing the drums on stage with a man in a black shirt

    Get ready for an explosion of colour, energy and music that embodies the lively culture and rhythms of Brazil. 

    Ages: All Ages 
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  14. Tree, a world in itself  Four performers are gathered around a tree in the centre of the stage, holding drum sticks.

    A multi-sensory, interactive universe enveloped in soft light, music, and silence, where five characters continually adapt to meet the needs of their audience. It was created for Autistic children and adapted for children with intellectual disabilities and/or reduced mobility. 

    Ages: Autistic children 4 and up 
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  15. Will and Seeka: Friends with Everyone  Will and Seeks standing beside each other holding a guitar.

    Dance along to catchy songs about colours, the alphabet, days of the week, weather, food, animals, daily routines and family and friends. Kids will leave the show with joyous songs in their hearts and a skip in their step. 

    Ages: Ages 0–8 (Grades: Pre‑3)
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  16. Variety Show  man performing a handstand with colorful plastic balls laid out on the floor

    This fun-filled evening is always a highlight for kids and adults alike. Hosted by Peach Cobblah, this year’s show, features A Simple Space, The Wild Moccasin Dancers, RupLoops and Aché Brasil. 

    Ages: All Ages
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  17. Cris Derksen’s Nerds whirlwind musical tour  Cris Derken wearing an orange sweater, while standing in front of an orange backdrop

    Join internationally respected Indigenous cellist, composer and big kid Cris Derksen for a fun and creative exploration of the magic of music. 

    Ages: Ages 8 and up (Grades: 3 and up) 
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  18. Oopsie!  Candice Roberts pointing to a set of instructions.

    Candice Roberts performs this fun and clever story about growth mindset and the creative process through a seamless weaving of shadow puppetry, original music, tap dance and physical comedy in this fun short film. 

    Ages: All Ages (Grades: K‑7)
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  19. Child Nation  a child in a yellow rain coat and boots, standing in front of a yellow wall which has Child Nation written on it.

    Child Nation is a collection of interactive guides where kids turn their classrooms into a unique arts experience. With full control of an internet-connected device they follow a series of prompts to physically explore, discover, create and, most importantly, to play! 

    Ages: Grades: 1 and up 
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