Now Until Sept 1 – Fado – The Saddest Music in the World

Fado
Image Source: FADO at the Victoria Fringe Festival 2018 Facebook Event Page

On Now: “Fado” – The Saddest Music in the World A Play by Elaine Avila

This play written by Elaine Avila, is a tale of love and ghosts told through the saddest music in the world, Portuguese Fado. A new play, brought to you by the creators of the 2015 Fringe Favourite “Lieutenant Nun” – featuring live music by Fado singer Sara Marreiros. (70 minutes)  Continue reading “Now Until Sept 1 – Fado – The Saddest Music in the World”

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April 17 – Mariza at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts

Mariza
Image Source: Chan Centre for the Performing Arts

Mariza Returns to Vancouver

Portugal’s brightest star returns to Vancouver. Fado sensation Mariza, an immensely gifted vocalist who honed her talent in the tavernas of Lisbon’s Mouraria neighbourhood, brings her gorgeous voice and commanding presence back to the Chan Centre stage. Ever-inspired by legendary Portuguese fadistas such as Amália Rodrigues, and leading a new wave of notable female artists who are reinvigorating the genre, Mariza honours the traditions of her art form while still pushing musical boundaries in fresh and inspired ways. Continue reading “April 17 – Mariza at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts”

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March 25th – Antonio Zambujo at Kay Meek Centre

Antonio Zambujo
Image Source: Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisbon, photo credit Rita-Carmo-7-12-2012

António Zambujo
A Kay Meek Presentation with Cap Global Roots Series at Grosvenor Theatre

Look who’s coming back to Vancouver! Award-winning Portuguese singer and songwriter António Zambujo is performing at the Kay Meek Centre in West Vancouver. António Zambujo is one of the most innovative fado singers on the scene today. Continue reading “March 25th – Antonio Zambujo at Kay Meek Centre”

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