Top Things To Do in Vancouver This Week

Monday, April 13, 2008 –   Studies In Motion

See one of the 2006 PuSh Festival favourites, inspired by the life of 19th Century photographer Eadweard Muybridge, whose work in the studies of animal and human locomotion and instantaneous photography contributed to the invention of the cinema. The Electric Company Theatre blends physical theatre, creative storytelling and technology in Studies in Motion, which is being called “awe-inspiring” and “extraordinary” by critics. The play runs until April 18 and is directed by Kim Collier. Find information, showtimes and prices at the Vancouver Playhouse website.

Tuesday, April 14, 2008 –  The Emerson Quartet

The winner of eight Grammy awards and three Gramophone Magazine Awards, the Emerson Quartet brings their outstanding chamber music performance to the Vancouver Playhouse once again. Find more information, event schedules and ticket prices at the Friends of Chamber Music website, or order tickets by phone at 604-684-2787.

Wednesday, April 15, 2008 – Capone's Restaurant Wine & Jazz Festival

Calling all jazz enthusiasts, wine and food lovers! Capone's Restaurant hosts their first annual Wine & Jazz Festival from now until May 2. Listen to great live jazz performances and enjoy wines from five different regions, paired with a fantastic four-course dinner. Tickets are $60 per person (not including taxes or gratuity). For reservations or more info, call 604-684-7900 or visit the site. Capone's is located at 1141 Hamilton St. in Yaletown.

Thursday, April 16, 2008 – A Streetcar Named Desire

Ballet BC presents A Streetcar Named Desire at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre (Hamilton and Dunsmuir St.) until the 18th. A Streetcar Named Desire is a compelling drama based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Tennessee Williams. This full-length ballet stage production combines unique choreography, lighting, set and costume design with an original jazz score. The student matinee is today at 1:15 pm, with evening performances tonight, tomorrow and Friday at 8:00 pm and a tea matinee on the 18th at 2:00 pm. Visit Ballet BC or call 604-732-5003 for info and tickets.

5- Friday, April 17, 2008 – Gavin Rossdale

Former Bush frontman (they broke up in 2002) Gavin Rossdale seemed to completely disappear for a few years. During that time he formed the short-lived band Institute, wrote and recorded music in his home studio, and grew more and more frustrated with a career in limbo. Now solo, Rossdale is at the Red Robinson Show Theatre (Boulevard Casino, 2080 United Blvd., Coquitlam) to perform material from his latest CD Wanderlust. Find tickets here.

6 – Saturday, April 18 –  10th Annual Grind in the City Stair Climb

Challenge yourself to the Grind in the City Stair Climb to benefit Muscular Dystrophy. The Grind is a 43 story ascent up the Harbour Center Tower (555 West Hastings St). Once you've huffed and puffed your way to the top, enjoy a breathtaking 360 degree view of our lovely city. There is no entry fee to participate, but people are asked to raise at least $50, which will be donated to benefit people living with neuromuscular disorders. Enter as a team, go at it alone, or race alongside local firefighters. Visit FireFit.com for more information.

7 – Sunday, April 19, 2008 – Leonard Cohen

Legendary singer-songwriter and poet Leonard Cohen is at GM Place (800 Griffiths Way) tonight to perform classics like “Bird on a Wire” and “Suzanne.” The show starts at 8 pm, and you can find tickets here.