Editor’s choice

Patriotic Parody

One thing Canadians can do best is laugh at themselves. And it’s with this in mind that we heartily recommend Vancouver TheatreSports League’s celebration of the nation’s big 150th milestone. In its new show, Oh, Canada: The True North Strong and Funny, expect the quick-witted improvisers to tackle every known Canadian institution, from Hinterland Who’s Who to hockey, maple syrup, Tim’s double-doubles, and Anne of Green Gables. Bring your own favourite Canuck clichés, too: as always, the team’s comedy is driven by clever audience suggestions. At the same time, you can marvel at another piece of our heritage: the amazing number of talented improvisers we have developed in the Great White North.

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Oh, Canada—The True North Strong and Funny Thursdays through Saturdays from June 29 to September 2.

High five

Five events you just can’t miss this week

Chris Gordon

One of the most offbeat, audience-interactive standups working today. Oh, and he’s hilarious.
June 29 to July 1 at the Comedy MIX

Never Precious

Games, travel brochures, and tons of other retro-cool Canadian design.
To July 2 at the Charles H. Scott Gallery

The Winter’s Tale

Bard on the Beach boasts another wildly visual critical hit.
To September 22 at the BMO Mainstage

Fuse: 2167

The city’s biggest art party takes over the entire gallery.
June 30 at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Th’owxiya

July 1 and 2 at the UBC Botanical Gardens
Great setting for masks, music, and indigenous storytelling.