Arts
The Dark Table rises: new dine-out trend sweeps Vancouver
October 1, 2012The blind leading the blind never tasted so good. By Sheliza Thobani Photos by Dark Table “How the hell are we supposed to eat?” I hear a voice behind me — my sense of hearing is enhanced by the complete blackness. “People without sight find a way, so we will too.” The phenomenon of blind dining is already popular in cities such as London, Paris, Toronto and Montreal. Vancouver has…
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A Cuban convocation
October 1, 2012The smoking gun: the beginner's guide to everything you wanted to know about Cuban cigars. By Paul Hurst Photos by Mark Burnham Although many people object to the perfume of a nice Habana puro, others think a cigar has a…
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What we heard about poetry
October 1, 2012Rachel Rose and John Barton celebrate the launch of their new books of poetry. By Tara Azadmard Photos by Mark Burnham “Something that really draws me in writing is saying what is not supposed to be said. Breaking silence, breaking…
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Throwback Review: The album that was cast Into the Unknown
October 1, 2012Bad Religion’s creative departure that took them off track. By Justin Stevens Devout followers of punk rock — or even Bad Religion fans — would not hold it against you if you have never heard of Bad Religion’s second album,…
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Dylan’s never-ending fistful of folk
September 24, 2012Bob Dylan's Tempest is one of his best yet By Patrick Chessel Photos by Xavier Badosa 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Bob Dylan’s self-titled debut album. This album introduced the world to a shaggy-haired troubadour who created thoughtful, introspective lyrics and…
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TO/FROM: 100 years of railways and racism
September 24, 2012The Vancouver International Centre for Asian Arts combines art with history By Tara Azadmard Photos by James Crookall On Friday, Sept.14, the Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art, or Centre A, as it is more casually known, celebrated the…
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Clybourne Park a relevant racial discussion
September 24, 2012Whites and colours are not washed separately in this companion play to 1959’s A Raisin in the Sun. By Esther Tung Photos by David Cooper “How is a white woman like a tampon?” is one of the many pressing questions…
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Deerhoof playfully brushes off Breakup
September 17, 2012Breakup Song just wants to keep dancing. By Max Hill Advertising their new album as “noise jingles for parties,” Deerhoof doesn’t disappoint. Indeed, 2012’s Breakup Song is as close to a dance record as the group is going to get. It’s…
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The Virtual Self leaves us wondering
September 17, 2012Nora Young's latest book may be better left on the shelf. By Monica Miller Nora Young, the lively host of CBC Radio’s The Spark, published her first book in April of this year, which explores the impact our digital activities…
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When friend becomes a verb
September 17, 2012Urban Conspiracy Cabaret tackles isolation and disconnection. By Monica Miller In an increasingly global city, urban society, and interactive culture, why do we feel more isolated than ever? Vancouver has a bad reputation for being unfriendly and unengaged. “Isolation and…
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