The best events to check out this week in Vancouver.
Check out the Chutzpah! Festival
February 15 to March 15
The Chutzpah! Festival is back and filled with an amazing array of dance, theatre and musical artists from around the world. Go see local legend Barbara Adler and Ten Thousand Wolves perform their blend of music, poetry and object theatre or catch Salome: Woman of Valor, a spoken word opera re-casting the myth of Salome from Jewish History as a one of female empowerment and revolution.When: February 15 to March 15Where: Various venuesCost: $24 to $55More info: Chutzpah Festival
Watch a Classic Retold Through Dance
February 21 to 24
Move over Taylor Swift because Ballet BC is doing their own retelling of Shakespeare’s classic love story Romeo and Juliet. Exploring the divisions that exist in the world today, this thought-provoking production will feature the stunning landscapes that choreographer Medhi Walerski is known for.When: 8:00 p.m.Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton St.Cost: $35 to $100More info: Ballet BC
Brew your own Bitters
Thursday, February 22
Become a modern-day potions master at Stanley Park Ecology’s workshop Brew Your Own Bitters. Participants will learn about the history of bitters and how to make them using plants sourced from Stanley Park, all the while sipping and trying out their own unique cocktail combinations.When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Where: Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon, 712 Lost Lagoon PathCost: $28More info: Stanley Park
Watch Rugby Sunny-Side Up
Saturday, February 24
In the aftermath of Brexit and Scotland’s narrow referendum for independence, the intense rugby match between Scotland and England in the NatWest 6 Nations Rugby Championship is not to be missed. Head down to the Manchester pub where $20 gets you into an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet so you can stress eat throughout the game.When: 8:45 a.m.Where: Manchester Pub, 1941 West BroadwayCost: $20More info: Facebook
Go for a Walk with (and for) BC’s Dogs
Saturday, February 24
Support your fido friends this weekend at Dash for Dogs, a fun walk or run through Stanley Park with proceeds going to BC and Alberta Guide Dogs. Dogs and dog lovers alike are invited to complete the 2k, 5k or 10k route with a special pancake party to greet you at the finish.When: 8:00 a.m.Where: Brockton Pavilion, 1151 Stanley Park Dr.Cost: $20 to $40More info: Race Roster
