Tessa Perkins
The Vancouver Fringe Festival in review
September 25, 2017By: Tessa Perkins Scientist Turned Comedian False Creek Gym Armed with a PhD in ecology and evolution, Tim Lee infuses his comedy with scientific concepts while applying them to everyday life. Both educational and hilarious, Lee’s dry brand of comedy was refreshing. Using a PowerPoint presentation with graphs, flow charts, and images to illustrate his points, his show is reminiscent of a university lecture, although much more fun. Not all of his material is science-based. There were a couple of interludes of family jokes about his relationship with his wife and kids, but I think the most effective material was…
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Flamenco Festival brings international stars to Vancouver
September 11, 2017By: Tessa Perkins For over 25 years, Flamenco Rosario has been bringing together local and international artists for an annual celebration of the Spanish music and movement of flamenco. This year’s Vancouver International Flamenco Festival from September 11 to 24…
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Vancouver has a brand new music festival
September 11, 2017By: Tessa Perkins While there are plenty of music festivals in BC, Vancouver has been lacking its own event that doesn’t require a road trip to enjoy the tunes. With no more Pemberton or Squamish festivals, it’s time we had…
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Let your Fringe flag fly
September 4, 2017By: Tessa Perkins The Vancouver Fringe is an opportunity for independent theatre to shine in all its unique glory. It’s also the place to find the best one-person dramatic monologues. There are silly shows, funny shows, and serious shows. There…
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Oath-Midnight Rain, Best of F-O-R-M, and Logarian Rhapsody: Dancing on the Edge 2017
August 29, 2017By Tessa Perkins Oath-Midnight Rain | Beijing Modern Dance Company A bird, a fish, a mosquito, a blade of grass, and a flower make their way into the audience. One woman is in tears; she has been so moved by…
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This is Our Youth is an authentic glimpse into the lives of three troubled teenagers
August 7, 2017By: Tessa Perkins An impressive directorial debut from SFU alumnus Beau Han Bridge and his new theatre company Midtwenties Theatre Society, This is Our Youth pulls you right into the chaotic lives of three teenagers in New York City. …
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Ansel Elgort stars as a music-loving wheelman in this summer must-see
July 18, 2017By: Tessa Perkins It’s all about the music. Baby (Ansel Elgort) pulls up to a bank, three robbers brandishing machine guns hop out, and Baby hits play. While waiting for them to grab the cash, he jams out to “Bellbottoms”…
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Dancing on the Edge is back with the best of contemporary dance
July 17, 2017By: Tessa Perkins Always celebrating the best in local and Canadian contemporary dance, Dancing on the Edge returns for a 29th year to present a unique program of innovative works from near and far. The festival predominantly features Canadian artists,…
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Mary Poppins lands in Malkin Bowl this summer
July 17, 2017By: Tessa Perkins Mary Poppins is tart, outspoken, and opinionated. Ranae Miller is a bit shy and quiet. “This is a character that’s the furthest from who I am that I’ve played,” Miller told The Peak. She’s enjoying embodying this…
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Much Ado About Italian cinematic charm at Bard on the Beach
July 10, 2017By: Tessa Perkins The glamour of a film set, the sophistication of Italy, and the timeless wit of one of Shakespeare’s best comedies — Bard on the Beach has a hit on their hands with Much Ado About Nothing. …
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