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SUMMARY:SHINE: Showcasing Filipinx Artistic Excellence - Curated by Mary Ancheta
DESCRIPTION:Mary Ancheta and Vancouver Independent Music Centre Society (VIM) present: \nSHINE: Showcasing Filipinx Artistic Excellence\nCurated by Mary Ancheta \nBox Office & Bar Open: 6:30 PM\nDoors to the theatre open: 7:00 PM\nShow: 7:30 PM – 2 sets with intermission\nTickets: https://show.ps/l/5ed10063/\n$20-$25 for Sliding Scale General Admission\n$15 for Youth/Students/those who are budget conscious. \n\nThis show is expected to sell out! \nPlease reach out to info@vimhouse.ca if you would like to attend but are facing financial barriers.\n\nCelebrate Filipinx excellence through music\, movement\, and storytelling that reflects resilience\, creativity\, and collective care. Thoughtfully curated by multi-hyphenate Canadian Filipina Mary Ancheta\, this showcase seeks to spread joy and shine a light on Filipinx artists in Vancouver. The evening’s program will include a new dance & music project\, with the working title ‘Sama-Sama’ meaning “all together”\, an exciting collaboration project between Kathara Society and Mary Ancheta. \nJoin us for an evening of music\, dance\, and storytelling\, from:\n\nMikey Jose\n“From the lab to the limelight” (ALT RECESS)\, Mikey Jose refuses to pick a lane. As a neuroscience PhD candidate-by-day\, independent artist-by-night\, Mikey thrives in the in-between\, putting him in a unique position to build bridges that connect brain and heart.  Mikey takes cues from classic and modern R&B/Soul greats like Stevie Wonder\, Aretha Franklin\, Leon Thomas\, and Beyoncé\, who lead with story through melody; this ethos allows his B-Side records to be as compelling as his radio hits. Exclaimed a “soulful powerhouse…[with vocals] in a league of his own” (EARMILK)\, Mikey carries infectious energy from the studio to the stage\, headlining shows from Vancouver to Tokyo and opening for artists like Lawrence\, GoldFord\, and The Main Squeeze. \nKATHARA Pilipino Indigenous Arts Collective\nThrough arts and culture\, Kathara promotes Pilipino Indigenous identity and cultural legacy\, Filipinx diaspora\, and the rights of all Indigenous Peoples. For this event\, members representing Kathara will be: Babette Santos (dance)\, JR Guerrero and Michael Louw (instruments). \nFrancis Arevalo\nFrancis Arevalo is an East Vancouver-born-and-based hip-hop artist\, poet and producer who is equal parts hype and heart. Whether performing in living rooms or festival stages\, his performances are energizing\, empowering\, emotive and memorable. He is also a passionate mental health advocate living with Bipolar Type 1 Disorder\, whose journey telling his story through music was the subject of an award-winning documentary “The Lion”. His upcoming album Home\, Grown releases this summer 2026. \nLouie Sanchez\nLouie Sanchez (they/them) is the solo project of Eirene Cloma\, a Toronto-based musician originally from North Vancouver\, BC. They are a member of nationally acclaimed kulintang ensemble Pantayo whose debut album was shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize in 2020. They are also a session musician who has worked with artists such as Kimmortal\, Rae Spoon\, and Austra. Louie Sanchez is a return to their roots as a singer-songwriter trained in classical and jazz guitar with soul\, r&b\, folk\, and country influences. \n…and introducing rising youth artist: Leigh Kathryn\n19 year-old Leigh Kathryn crafts heartfelt original music that utilizes the genres of R&B and Pop to flow with the storytelling of Folk and the energy of Indie. Guided by her intimate vocals and honest lyricism\, her songs feel tethered to your heart and mind. With each track\, Leigh creates a world that invites listeners to slow down\, breathe\, and sit with their feelings. Leigh will be accompanied by Eli Castro on piano. \nAccompanied by a house band led by Ancheta on Keyboard\, Alvin Brendan on bass\, Adam Cormier on drums\, and Dominic Conway on saxophone\, this event will be sure to spark joy\, hope\, and a sense of belonging. Filipino and non-Filipinos are all WELCOME – this event is for everyone! \nAlmost a year after the tragic events of Lapu Lapu Day\, this event recognizes and holds reverence for family and friends in the communities affected. Let’s gather to celebrate creativity and hold space for the collective. Come as you are and dress to express your SHINE! \nSpecial thanks to our event partners: Filipino BC\, 333nergy\, Blue Hour Media\, Revival \nAbout Mary Ancheta:\n\nMary Ancheta is a Canadian Filipina keyboardist\, producer\, and composer for Film and Television.  Mary has a passion for storytelling and the human condition. She enjoys collaborating with other artists and her aim is to help tell more diverse stories through her music. In 2025 she was invited to perform in Australia and to represent Canada at the World Expo in Osaka\, Japan.  https://www.maryancheta.com/ \nAbout Vancouver Independent Music Centre Society (VIM): \nVIM is a non-profit\, charitable organization established in 2011 with a mandate to develop a well-designed\, central\, accessible\, sustainable and culturally diverse music centre based on feedback from hundreds of musicians\, music presenters\, concertgoers and managers among others. In 2018\, the City of Vancouver passed zoning at the Plaza of Nations to include a 20\,000 square foot music centre based on the VIM’s vision and plans. https://vimhouse.ca  \nThis event is produced by the VIM with support from Canadian Heritage\, Government of BC\, City of Vancouver\, The Hamber Foundation\, and JTC Heersink Foundation. For more information or interviews\, please contact Cindy Dai at communications@vimhouse.ca.\n\nAbout the Venue (ANNEX): https://vancouvercivictheatres.com/venues/annex#information \nShare this:FacebookTwitterPocket
URL:https://vimhouse.ca/event/shine-showcasing-filipinx-artistic-excellence-curated-by-mary-ancheta/
LOCATION:Annex\, 823 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 3L4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Goodbye\, Strawberry Hill - Sharon Minemoto Album Release Concert
DESCRIPTION:Anvil Theatre & Vancouver Independent Music Centre presents \nGoodbye\, Strawberry Hill\nSaturday\, May 2\, 2026 | 7:30pm \nA concert celebrating the launch of Sharon Minemoto’s new album\, Goodbye\, Strawberry Hill (Cellar Music). This album tells her family’s stories\, joyful and sad\, from WWII to present day. \nFollowing the bombing of Pearl Harbour in December 1941\, the Canadian government interned people of Japanese ancestry due to fears of espionage\, widespread anti-Japanese racism\, and pressure from British Columbian politicians. Japanese Canadians were stripped of their civil rights and nearly 22\,000 people were forced to leave their homes\, many of whom were moved to internment camps. In 1942\, Sharon Minemoto’s mother’s family’s 10-acre strawberry farm in Strawberry Hill\, (Surrey-Delta) was confiscated by the government and her family then interned in Slocan\, BC. \nEven after the end of the war\, Japanese Canadians were forbidden to return to the West Coast. They were given two choices: move east of the Rockies or “Repatriate” to Japan. Sharon’s maternal grandparents made the difficult choice to take four of their six Canadian-born children by boat to Japan. As Canadians\, they would face years of hardship and discrimination in Japan before choosing to return to Canada. \nSharon’s father’s mother took her children to meet their grandmother in Japan when the war broke out. Without a home\, income or father\, the family was stranded near Hiroshima when the US atomic bomb was dropped. With his family stuck in Japan\, her grandfather was interned in a camp in Moose Jaw\, where he died. \nWith the support of the Japanese Canadian Legacies Society\, Sharon composed nine works for her quartet\, each inspired by and reflecting her family’s experience during WWII. These works would become the album Goodbye\, Strawberry Hill. \nShare this:FacebookTwitterPocket
URL:https://vimhouse.ca/event/goodbye-strawberry-hill-sharon-minemoto-album-release-concert/
LOCATION:The Anvil Theatre\, 777 Columbia St\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 1B6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:George Leach & Hayley Wallis
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Independent Music Centre Society (VIM) presents: \nGEORGE LEACH & HAYLEY WALLIS\nDouble bill concert curated by Rob Thomson \nThursday\, May 14th\, 2026\nFox Cabaret – 2321 Main St\, Vancouver\nDoors: 7:00 PM\nShow: 8:00 PM \nThis Concert takes place on the traditional and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, and səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples. \nTickets are sliding scale general admission. The sliding scale option allows you to choose what contribution works best for you. We recommend arriving early to secure your seat. Please reach out to info@vimhouse.ca if you require further assistance with tickets\, require accessibility support\, or are facing financial barriers and would like to attend the show. \nAbout The Show\nSelected by Haida programmer\, musician\, and community organizer Rob Thomson\, this double bill concert features legendary guitarist and singer George Leach performing a blazing solo act and rising star Hayley Wallis accompanied by her groovy quartet. \nAbout George Leach\nA multi-disciplined\, award winning artist from the Stl’atl’imx Nation\, George Leach is in relentless pursuit of truth. His passion and dedication to songcraft has been evident throughout his entire career\, which began with the release of his debut album\, “Just Where I’m At”\, in the year 2000. \nThe self-produced album won several Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards and garnered international recognition\, establishing him as a respected singer\, songwriter\, guitarist and performer. \nHis second album\, “Surrender”\, went on to become a multiple award winning album\, earning George a Juno award in 2014. \nGeorge Leach is currently working on writing and recording his third album – a unique compilation of musical genres yet to be discovered. His talent is undeniable. He is the real deal. \n \nhttps://www.instagram.com/georgeleachmusic/ \nAbout Hayley Wallis\n2023 CBC Searchlight finalist Hayley Wallis’s voice commands attention: rich\, textured\, and effortlessly confident. Her performances carry emotional weight and clarity\, moving listeners as much by her tone as her story. Originally from Klemtu\, a remote island in the Great Bear Rainforest\, Hayley is deeply rooted in her Indigenous identity while embracing expansive musical horizons. In November 2022\, she released her debut album Halulu\, marking her formal entry into the music industry and catalyzing her growth as an independent artist. \nHayley’s singles have climbed to #1 on NCI’s Indigenous Music Countdown\, she’s been featured on SiriusXM’s Indigiverse and Poplandia\, and added to Spotify’s “Indigenous” editorial playlist. With over 80 performances across BC and beyond since 2021\, her stage presence and connection with audiences have deepened. \n \nhttps://hayleywallismusic.com/ \nAbout Vancouver Independent Music Centre Society (VIM): \nVIM is a non-profit\, charitable organization established in 2011 with a mandate to develop a well-designed\, central\, accessible\, sustainable and culturally diverse music centre based on feedback from hundreds of musicians\, music presenters\, concertgoers and managers among others. In 2018\, the City of Vancouver passed zoning at the Plaza of Nations to include a 20\,000 square foot music centre based on the VIM’s vision and plans. https://vimhouse.ca  \nThis event is produced by the VIM with support from Canadian Heritage\, Government of BC\, City of Vancouver\, and JTC Heersink Foundation. For more information or interviews\, please contact Diane Kadota diane@vimhouse.ca \nAbout the Venue (FOX CABARET):\nhttps://www.foxcabaret.com/faq\n\nRows of chairs will be set up and available on a first-come-first-serve basis. There are limited booths and high tops at the back of the room by the bar. We recommend arriving early to secure your seat. \nShare this:FacebookTwitterPocket
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LOCATION:Fox Cabaret\, 2321 Main St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3C9\, Canada
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