The Gift Exchange by Meghan Gardiner at Carousel Theatre for Young People

Carousel Theatre for Young People presents the inaugural Family Forward Festival, a celebration of family in all its forms, taking place from February 14 to 16, 2026. The festival features a variety of events, including storytelling, drag performances, dance, and live music. Highlights include a public staged reading of The Gift Exchange by Meghan Gardiner, directed by Larisse Campbell and featuring Carol Chu, Tanner Zerr, Emma Slipp, Chris Lam, and Gabrielle Nebrida-Pepin. This weekend is designed for families, both biological and chosen, to enjoy a rich array of performances in Vancouver's Granville Island.