Events
02 / 29
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 8:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Co-presented by the VIBC Society and the Cultural Olympiad, this unique event blends contemporary and traditional folk dance styles spanning the subcontinent of India and reaching as far West as the Latin world and the Highlands of Scotland. Watch as Flamenco blurs into Kathak, and Bhangra is intertwined with Celtic in this presentation of folk dances from around the world. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:30 pm
Explore percussion and folk drumming from the variety of cultures that represent Vancouver, as Vancouver Community College presents, the Drum Circle. This exhibition includes performances by Aboriginal groups, Japanese Taiko drum troupes and Bhangra dhol drums, as well as other global styles. The highlight of this event will feature a collective performance of drums and rhythms representing the many cultural heritages of Vancouver—distinct in their style—beating as one. Donations appreciated. Auditorium, Vancouver Community College - Broadway Campus, 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver | ||
03 / 1
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 8:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Co-presented by the VIBC Society and the Cultural Olympiad, this unique event blends contemporary and traditional folk dance styles spanning the subcontinent of India and reaching as far West as the Latin world and the Highlands of Scotland. Watch as Flamenco blurs into Kathak, and Bhangra is intertwined with Celtic in this presentation of folk dances from around the world. | ||
03 / 2
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm
This original presentation brings together performers and teachers of folk music and dance in an informative and interactive stage production. Watch as Punjabi folk music and dance is born, from couplets sung by a humble farmer through to the development of a whole ensemble of folk instruments.This production was most recently staged at the 2007 Vancouver Folk Music Festival. Tickets are $12 for this matinee performance and available from Ticketmaster.ca or by calling 604.280.4444. Vancouver International Film Centre, 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm
This original presentation brings together performers and teachers of folk music and dance in an informative and interactive stage production. Watch as Punjabi folk music and dance is born, from couplets sung by a humble farmer through to the development of a whole ensemble of folk instruments.This production was most recently staged at the 2007 Vancouver Folk Music Festival. Tickets are $18 and available from Ticketmaster.ca or by calling 604.280.4444. Vancouver International Film Centre, 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver Start: 2:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Learn how to dance from the pros. Raakhi Sinha from South Asian Arts will show you the moves that will make you a superstar. Well, at least at the next Beats Without Borders party and at Downtown Bhangra. Admission is $7.00 cash at the door or pay online through PayPal. Room B, Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver Start: 3:45 pm
End: 4:45 pm
Learn how to dance from the pros. Raakhi Sinha from South Asian Arts will show you the Bhangra moves that will make you a superstar. Well, at least at the next Beats Without Borders party and at Downtown Bhangra. Admission is $7.00 cash at the door or pay online through PayPal. Room B, Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver | ||
03 / 3
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. | ||
03 / 4
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. | ||
03 / 5
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. | ||
03 / 6
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Learn how to dance from the pros. Raakhi Sinha from South Asian Arts will show you the moves that will make you a superstar. Well, at least at the next Beats Without Borders party and at Downtown Bhangra. Admission is $7.00 cash at the door or pay online through PayPal. Coal Harbour Community Centre at 480 Broughton Street, Vancouver. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Start: 9:00 pm
End: 11:59 pm
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03 / 7
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 5:30 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Dance on the sidewalk and sing out loud at Downtown Bhangra, taking place at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza. This outdoor concert stage features Vancouver’s finest talent. From drummers, beat-boxers and singers to Bhangra dancers, break dancers and folk dancers of other varieties, this stage is full of non-stop action. Stay for the party on Friday night as DJs and bands throw down tracks at the stage. Free. Georgia Street Plaza, Vancouver Art Gallery. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 11:59 pm
This invitation-only event is for teams competing in the Coast Capital Bhangra Competition. Join us as we go back in time to the 20s at the casino-themed party. Enjoy great music, bond with your fellow competitors over a friendly game of poker and enjoy delicious food at this party where we'll also find out the order of the teams for the competition. The evening will end with a DJ spinning tunes for all the dancers. Dressing up for the 20s mafia casino theme is encouraged. For more information, contact register@vibc.org. | ||
03 / 8
(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
Dance on the sidewalk and sing out loud at Downtown Bhangra, taking Georgia Street Plaza, Vancouver Art Gallery. Start: 5:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Start: 9:00 pm
Start: 03/08/2008 - 21:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 01:30
Party at the Official After Party for the City of Bhangra Festival, featuring international Bhangra superstar, Malkit Singh, live with the Golden Start Group. Tickets $40 from Ticketmaster.ca or 604.280.4444. 
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03 / 9
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 17:00
Experience the art of Bhangra on canvas at the Art + Soul Gallery. This exhibit will feature the work of local artists and commission new pieces created specifically for the exhibit. The spirit of Bhangra is interpreted and evoked in vibrant displays using acrylic and oil paint, pencil drawings and graphic design. The exhibit curator is Ravi Gill, an Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design graduate. Art + Soul Gallery is located at 1277 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C4. End: 1:30 am
Start: 03/08/2008 - 21:00
End: 03/09/2008 - 01:30
Party at the Official After Party for the City of Bhangra Festival, featuring international Bhangra superstar, Malkit Singh, live with the Golden Start Group. Tickets $40 from Ticketmaster.ca or 604.280.4444.
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03 / 29
Start: 8:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
On March 29 at 8:00 p.m., VIBC is joining individuals, cities, organizations and nations across the world in making a statement that we can take action on climate change and global warming.
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03 / 30
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Join this panel discussion as panelists talk, argue and question what Bhangra is and what it means today in a North American setting. This unique panel of scholars, students, dancers and musicians will discuss how and why Bhangra is performed and its relevance outside of Punjab.
Bhangra Love
Previous first place winners Khalsa Junction and UBC Girlz are back to battle it out with the ten other Bhangra teams as they compete for $5000 and a gorgeous glass trophy.
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