17 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Wednesday, May 27

by The Georgia Straight Staff on May 26th, 2015 at 4:00 PM

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Looking for something to do tomorrow? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 17 events happening in or around Vancouver on Wednesday, May 27.

CONCERTS

The Georgia Straight presents American alt-rock singer-songwriter Ryan Adams (pictured above) touring in support of latest self-titled release, with guests Wardell, at the Orpheum Theatre.

Florida-based rock/soul/funk/blues jam band JJ Grey & Mofro and guest Ben Rogers play the Venue.

American rapper Juicy J performs on his Hustle Continues tour at the Commodore Ballroom.

American folk-rock band Phox plays tunes from self-titled debut album. Held at the Biltmore Cabaret.

The Fortune Sound Club hosts the PEAK Performance Project Launch Party, featuring local bands Good For Grapes and the Wet Secrets.

The Georgia Straight presents Slovenian avant-garde group Laibach at the Rickshaw Theatre.

ET CETERA

The Astoria presents Rent Cheque, a nude performance-art competition hosted by Lex Gray and featuring music by DJ Davidsmind.

FORUMS

The West Vancouver Community Centre hosts a discussion of electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles.

Happy Futures creates a dialogue that asks if we can use our imagination to create the future we want. Held at the Museum of Vancouver.

Speakers at the Shaping Vancouver forum explore neighbourhood character in our city. Held at the Djavad Mowafaghian World Arts Centre.

The Art of Loving hosts a workshop that teaches you over 30 ways to stroke and caress your man.

TAKE ACTION

Feeding the 5,000 Vancouver increases awareness of food waste in Greater Vancouver and discusses ideas for reducing food waste. Held at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza.

COMEDY

It's your last chance to catch improvised soap opera Sin Peaks's latest production Singularity: A Space Opera. Held at the Railway Club.

Sam Aung hosts an evening of comedy by headliner Byron Bertram. Held at the Lux Lounge.

LITERARY EVENTS

Best-selling author Devrah Laval teaches you how to live a guilt-free and enlightened life. Held at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.

THEATRE

Drag cabaret opera Cocktales With Maria is a collaboration between Victoria composer Isaiah Bell, drag opera diva Maria Toilette, and concert pianist Karen Lee-Morlang. Held at the Cultch.

James Macdonald directs Tracey Power's Miss Shakespeare, about six women who explore the seductive power of the theatre. Held at the Kay Meek Centre.