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.

• All
• Calendar
• Access Types 
  1. Closed Captioning 
  2. Hearing Assistance 
  3. Wheel Chair Accessible 
• Ages 
  1. 0–2 Years 
  2. 3–5 Years 
  3. 5–8 Years 
  4. 8–12 Years 
  5. Ages 7 and up 
  6. All Ages 
• Formats 
  1. In person 
  2. Online 
• Genres 
  1. Circus 
  2. Clown 
  3. Dance 
  4. IBPOC 
  5. Music 
  6. Online Interactive Journey 
  7. Puppetry 
  8. Storytelling 
  9. Theatre 
• Grades 
  1. Grades 1–3
  2. Grades 2 and up 
  3. Grades 3–4
  4. Grades 4–7
  5. Grades K‑12
  6. Pre‑K
• Languages 
  1. Bilingual 
  2. English 
  3. French 

1. 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. 

   Age/Grade: All Ages (Grades 1 and up) 
   Watch in person 
   More info
2. 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. 

   Age/Grade: All Ages (Grades: K‑7)
   Watch in person 
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3. 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. 

   Age/Grade: All Ages (Grades: K‑12)
   Watch in person 
   More info
4. 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! 

   Age/Grade: All Ages (Grades: K‑12)
   Watch in person 
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5. Will and Seeka: Friends with Everyone 

   Dansez sur des chansons entraînantes sur les couleurs, l’alphabet, les jours de la semaine, la météo, la nourriture, les animaux, les routines quotidiennes, la famille et les amis. Les enfants quitteront le spectacle avec des chansons joyeuses dans le coeur et un saut dans leur pas. 

   Age/Grade: Ages 0–8 (Grades: Pre‑3)
   Watch in person 
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6. Small but mighty — Ginalina and Friends 

   Take a wonderful multilingual musical journey themed on the value of every child and the small but mighty roles we play everyday. 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. 

   Age/Grade: Ages 0–9 (Grades: Pre‑3)
   Watch in person 
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7. Cris Derksen’s Nerds whirlwind musical tour 

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

   Age/Grade: Ages 8 and up (Grades: 3 and up) 
   Watch online 
   More info