Vancouver Theater Reviews

Review: SEXY LAUNDRY Touches on Emotions Beyond the Bedroom
by Alyson Eng - April 23, 2024

Last week, SEXY LAUNDRY, a play about love and marriage opened at the Granville Island Stage in Vancouver. Presented by the Arts Club and written by local playwright Michele Riml, this contemporary Canadian comedy brought out all of the emotions in the audience ranging from laughter to tears....

Review: Transport Back to the '60s with the Lively Musical HAIRSPRAY!
by Alyson Eng - April 06, 2024

This week, the touring production of HAIRSPRAY presented by Broadway Across Canada made its stop in Vancouver. Playing at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from April 2nd the 7th, the musical made an indelible mark in Vancouver theatre as a truly memorable and energetic show. ...

Review: CHOIR BOY Emerges With Soulful Acapella Music And A Poignant Coming-Of-Age Story
by Alyson Eng - February 12, 2024

CHOIR BOY is the latest musical to grace the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage in Vancouver, BC. Presented as a co-production between the Arts Club and the Canadian Stage, this drama/musical will play from January 25th to February 25th....

Review: CHRISTOPHER Brings the “A Beautiful Live” World Tour to Vancouver!
by Alyson Eng - February 05, 2024

To celebrate the success of the music from the Netflix film, 'A Beautiful Life,' musician CHRISTOPHER embarked on a world tour to bring its music to his fans across the world. The “A Beautiful Live” world tour began last September and will continue its North American leg this year starting in San Di...

Review: MEAN GIRLS Makes 'Fetch' Happen in Vancouver For the First Time
by Alyson Eng - January 28, 2024

MEAN GIRLS couldn’t have come to Vancouver at a better time. Donning the same iconic story and famous one-liners used in the 2004 cultural touchstone movie, MEAN GIRLS is everything you would expect and more, all wrapped up in a Broadway musical form....

Review: DISNEY ON ICE brings a Whirlwind of Magic and Fun to Vancouver with FROZEN & ENCANTO!
by Alyson Eng - November 28, 2023

Last week, audiences that attended DISNEY ON ICE: FROZEN & ENCANTO had the opportunity to experience all of that and more. The ice-skating spectacle played at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver last week and was a transformative show that captured the hearts of all that attended. ...

Review: Shania Twain Ends QUEEN OF ME Tour in Vancouver!
by Alyson Eng - November 24, 2023

Beginning in April of this year, Shania Twain began her 5th headlining concert tour. Named the “Queen of Me” tour after her most recent 6th studio album of the same name, this was Shania’s return to the stage after nearly five years....

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL Brings the Magic of Dr. Seuss from the Page to the Stage!
by Alyson Eng - November 18, 2023

Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL played its opening night performance on November 14th at The Centre in Vancouver. The musical will be in town until Saturday November 18th playing a total of 5 performances....

Review: ELF: THE MUSICAL is a Heartwarming and Spirited Spectacle Based on The Well-Loved Holiday Movie
by Alyson Eng - November 14, 2023

This holiday season, ELF: THE MUSICAL has taken centre stage. Presented by the Arts Club from November 2nd to December 31st, the quirky and energetic musical based on the hit 2003 American Christmas comedy movie, Elf, starring Will Ferrell, is guaranteed to amp up the holiday spirit in audiences nig...

Review: Wait for Your Turn to See HADESTOWN in Vancouver, It'll Be Worth Your While
by Alyson Eng - November 10, 2023

HADESTOWN, the multiple Tony Award winning Broadway musical finally made its way to Vancouver this week. Asserting its dominance amongst the rest of the theatre scene in the city, HADESTOWN presented a tragic, thought-provoking love story that sparked the attention of audiences near and far. ...

Review: Feed Us More of Arts Club's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS!
by Alyson Eng - September 22, 2023

A flower shop, a love story, and an anthropomorphic, carnivorous plant … this peculiar, yet intriguing combination from the Arts Club’s latest musical was the perfect recipe for one of the best shows to grace the Vancouver stage this year....

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD Puts the Spotlight on the Passion and Soul of The Temptations
by Alyson Eng - September 17, 2023

On September 12th, AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS presented by Broadway Across Canada premiered at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver. Playing a total of 6 shows with the last being on Sunday September 17th, the touring production of AIN’T TOO PROUD brought the energy, ...

Review: Disney's ALADDIN Pulls Out All the Stops for an Exhilarating Musical Theatre Experience!
by Alyson Eng - July 31, 2023

Last week, the North American tour of Disney’s ALADDIN gave its first knock-out performance in Vancouver! With its dazzling dance numbers supported by a plethora of special effects, the show did not hold back on any aspect from start to finish. The show played Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre fro...

Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Luminates the Vancouver Stage This Summer!
by Alyson Eng - July 28, 2023

Another great musical has stepped onto the Vancouver theatre stage this summer. Busting at the seams with energetic dance numbers, upbeat songs, and comedic moments, Theatre Under the Stars’ latest musical leaves audiences wanting more. MATILDA THE MUSICAL presented by Theatre Under the Stars will p...

Review: Summer Nights Belong to Theatre Under the Stars' THE PROM!
by Alyson Eng - July 17, 2023

This year, Theatre Under the Stars will be playing 2 shows over the course of the summer, one of them being the Broadway musical, THE PROM. THE PROM opened on Tuesday July 11th and will play at Vancouver’s Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park until August 25th alternating nights with Theatre Under the Star’s...

Review: CATS is the Latest Musical to Prowl Onto the Vancouver Stage
by Alyson Eng - May 27, 2023

At some point in their lives, most people have heard of the musical: CATS. Whether it’s because of its unique costumes or iconic songs, CATS will always be a Broadway classic. This week, Broadway Across Canada and Troika Entertainment brought the musical to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre....

Review: Step Into the Jungles of Isla Nublar With JURASSIC WORLD: LIVE!
by Alyson Eng - May 23, 2023

This long weekend, the highly anticipated touring production, JURASSIC WORLD: LIVE, played from May 19th to 21st at Vancouver’s Pacific Coliseum. Filled with thrilling stunts, breathtaking scenery, and (most importantly) many dinosaurs from the Jurassic World franchise, the show was a perfect event ...

Review: Royal City Musical Theatre Brightens up the Massey Theatre with CRAZY FOR YOU!
by Alyson Eng - May 09, 2023

Filled to the brim with flashy dance numbers, classic Broadway tunes, and capped off with a heart fluttering love story, Royal City Musical Theatre's production of CRAZY FOR YOU satisfies all of your musical cravings. ...

Review: EPIK HIGH Raises Vancouver's Energy to an All Time High!
by Alyson Eng - April 13, 2023

Nobody puts on a show like EPIK HIGH. Energy, passion, emotion, with a little bit of humor to tie everything together - their shows have it all. Being veterans in the Korean music industry, EPIK HIGH has shown no signs of slowing down. With their fresh beats and catchy lyrics, they are more relevant...

Review: KESHI brings the HELL & BACK TOUR to Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - April 07, 2023

This month, musical artist KESHI, played a sold out show at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre in Vancouver, BC. Following his successful HELL/HEAVEN tour last year, KESHI returned to Vancouver once again, but this time at a bigger venue....

Review: PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL takes the stage in Vancouver!
by Alyson Eng - April 03, 2023

Last week, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL began its run in Vancouver. Presented by Broadway Across Canada, the show played at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from March 29th to April 2nd. With its beloved story, upbeat music, and enthusiastic cast, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL made audiences fall in love again....

Review: KANG DANIEL Brings his “First Parade” Tour to Vancouver!
by Alyson Eng - March 20, 2023

Last week, K-Pop idol, KANG DANIEL brought his First Parade tour to Vancouver! After a successful leg of his first world tour in the UK and Europe, KANG DANIEL visited North America this March with 8 stops in the US and 2 stops in Canada!...

Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY is the Latest Play to Cause a Stir in Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - March 17, 2023

It’s not easy to find love. It doesn’t always come when you want it and can hit you when you least expect it. Arts Club’s latest production of SENSE AND SENSIBILITY is a representation of the highs and lows of love. Even though it can be a rollercoaster, it is worth experiencing in the end! Playing ...

Review: ANASTASIA is a Journey to the Past That Thrives in the Present
by Alyson Eng - March 12, 2023

One of Broadway’s newest musicals, ANASTASIA, has arrived in Vancouver! Being the 3rd musical to come to Vancouver this year with Broadway Across Canada, ANASTASIA has proven itself to be the best one yet. ...

Review: AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. is a Must-See Immersive Experience Into the Marvel Universe!
by Alyson Eng - March 06, 2023

Just when you think you can’t get enough of all things Marvel, AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. is here to take your love of superheroes to the next level! From March 3rd to May 28th, at The Amazing Brentwood in Burnaby, BC, the AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. immersive experience will bring visitors into the world ...