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Straight Insiders is your all-access pass to more of what makes Vancouver great—and to the Straight itself. Members get perks like: Free tickets and draws for concerts, shows, and local experiences.

You see, the last time Glaspy was in Vancouver, in November of 2023, she played the Biltmore. It was absolutely packed, and the singer-songwriter put on a tender, emotional show, often talking to the ...

While Mayor Ken Sim faces criticism for his approach to the Downtown Eastside, including sweeping crackdowns and the loss of funding for key services such as WISH, PACE, and Sister Square, the Cooling ...

Vancouver’s la lune has announced that it has broken up, with members of the band issuing a statement on Instagram. Group members Olivia Wells, Nima Walker and Taylor Pawsey announced that the ...

After a long break (and extended tech setup), Babymetal took to the stage. A four-person band wearing masks filled the edges of the main level, while the three singers—Su-metal, Moametal, and ...

In The Chinese Feast, Tsui Hark finds an exact metaphor for his craft: the highly specialized, exactingly overseen world of high-end Chinese cuisine and its esoteric knowledge, to-the-limit labour, ...

The Dance Centre has announced its 2025–2026 season, and it’s a packed one. From solo tributes and global collaborations to midday flamenco and tap, the upcoming year promises to move audiences both ...

Now in its fifth year, the free two-day bash has become a go-to way to wrap up summer while supporting one of Vancouver’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Think dumplings, dancing and discovering your new ...

Touchstone Theatre is ringing in its 50th anniversary with a sharp and contemporary season, showcasing Canadian stories that push boundaries and highlight voices too often left out of the spotlight.

Why all bald guys are so F'd in the head. Then I remembered someone posted about bald guy recently. The most pathetic are the guys that grow beards to ahhhh, let's say..., try to prove something to ...

Antisocial Skateboard Shop, a Main Street fixture and cornerstone of Vancouver’s skateboarding culture, has closed its physical storefront. The announcement came via an Instagram post from co-owners ...