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. Bienvenue Chez Missy D!  Missy D smiling with both hands in the air, while wearing a light purple jacket

    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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  2. Magnetic North  Ruploops wearing a white shirt and pink tinted glasses, with a pink backdrop

    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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. The Wild Moccasin Dancers ft. Mz Shellz  one of the dancers from the dance group The Wild Moccasin Dancers, on stage, wearing Indigenous regalia

    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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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