Afternoon Tea Artist Salon with Kevin McKeown and Friends
It’s a battle getting on the front page! Hang out with and eavesdrop on those who have had their ear to the ground and put pen to the paper as they advocated for arts over the past 60 years. Hear about late night hi-jinks as they wrestle with typewriters, deadlines and promoting really, really bad plays. Not to mention navigating disgruntled artists! It’s the history of Vancouver theatre through the eyes of those who valiantly battled to put the arts front and center. Keep your ears perked – a name or two might be dropped
Includes tea and scones with cream. No-host bar.
PAY-WHAT-YOU- CHOOSE
Suggested $20

We launch the 2nd week of the festival by gathering and breaking bread together. Following a Welcome to the Lands, Sharon Jinkerson-Brass brings Ow-tah-pee-ka-kaw – The Opening to PAL. The evening ends with feasting, sharing and celebrating each other.

Pay-What You Decide. Suggested minimum $20

POPCORN & A MOVIE MATINEE.
If you missed it last year - this is your chance to see this sell out smash hit! Or, if you loved it, come and catch it again!
Ever wonder what it would be like to be alive and kicking at 105? In this new comedy, Kathryn Shaw takes you to the Fairfield Residence to meet three women over the age of 105 who have differing responses to their extraordinarily long lives.
Based on experience with her own ancient family members, the writer brings insight and humour to the conundrum of extreme old age.
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CHOOSE Suggested $10

Afternoon Tea Audience Salon moderated by Bernard Cuffling
Theatre lovers – share your stories with us! Were you there when the set fell down? What performance left you breathless? Why do you keep coming back? Join a panel of audience members (with over 100 years of theatre going under their belts) as they remember, reflect and recount their theatrical experiences and the history of Vancouver theatre.
Includes tea and scones with cream. No Host Bar
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CHOOSE Suggested Minimum $20

Join Leonard "Tiger" WIlliams, a master cedar weaver and member of the Quatsino First Nation, for a hands-on workshop designed to foster deeper understanding and appreciation of First Nations culture through the art of traditional cedar weaving. With over 20 years’ experience, Leonard brings knowledge passed down through generations to guide participants in creating their own cedar pieces while learning about the cultural significance and ecological practices tied to this ancient art form. This workshop is open to all and encourages cultural appreciation and awareness.
Supplies included
PAY-WHAT –YOU DECIDE
Suggested minimum $15
Limited spots available

Have you seen painted rocks peppering the city, tucked into shrubbery and lining sidewalks, spreading messages of love, joy and sunshine? Come and paint your own! Create a gift for yourself or for someone else by joining Allan Morgan in this rock painting workshop.
Supplies included.
PAY- WHAT-YOU-DECIDE
Suggested $15

An improv jam for folks 55+! Led by a Blind Tiger faculty professional comedian, this Improv workshop will give you a taste of the joy, confidence, and discovery that improv can offer. No experience necessary! Whether you are comfortable performing or have never taken the stage, this workshop will make folks feel welcome, laugh, and learn a bit more about improvisation and collaborative storytelling. PAY-WHAT-YOU-CHOOSE
Please note, this event is for people 55 and older.

Grab a beverage, get social and be the first to hear cold readings of excerpts from new scripts. Wanna be an actor? Lend your talents by signing up to be a cold reader. Fun, informative, and informal. Followed by feedback from an established and published playwright.
PAY-WHAT-YOU -CHOOSE Suggested minimum $15
3:00 PM: Mix and mingle . COLD CASTING BEGINS. Lend us your chops! Sign up to be a reader.
3:30 PM SCRIPT READINGS & FEEDBACK