7 things to do in Vancouver today: Tuesday, February 6

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Take a break from your Tuesday! From theatre to comedy and more, here are seven things to check out in Vancouver today, February 6.

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What: The House of Yes is a stylish, independent production put on by a first-time director, Missy Cross, who also performs in the play. Described as a mashup of The Addams Family and Long Day’s Journey into Night, this black comedy will delve into a dysfunctional family’s ultimate need for love and connection.
When: Tuesday, February 6 to Sunday, February 11, 2018
Time: Various times
Where: Studio 1393, Granville Island – #101 – 1393 Cartwright St, Vancouver
Tickets: At Eventbrite; $20

What: Electronic dance musician Mako from Los Angeles brings the Breathe tour to Vancouver. Featuring special guests Night Lights.
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Time: Doors 8 pm
Where: Fortune Sound Club – 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $15

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What: The abridged history of Motown is brought to life through this Broadway musical, featuring label icons like Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and Michael Jackson. Featuring a total of 66 songs from the era, Motown is not only one man’s legacy (the musical based on founder Berry Gordy’s autobiography), but the triumph of African-American music and artists through the historic record label.
When: Tuesday, February 6 to Sunday, February 11, 2018
Time: Various times
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 650 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Tickets: At Ticketmaster; $45-$130

What: Join local rock journalist and longtime Tragically Hip fan, Steve Newton as he signs copies of Gord Downie – an essential keepsake containing more than 175 color photographs and reproductions of rare memorabilia. This is the first fully illustrated, comprehensive book paying tribute to Gord Downie and the Tragically Hip.
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Time: 7 to 8 pm
Where: Indigo Granville – 2505 Granville Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free

What: VTSL’s improv comedians will make you LOL with Love Matches (a romantic twist on classic TheatreSports™), roll your eyes with Love Unscripted – An Improvised Rom-Com (filled with all the inane clichés and funny, awkward moments, we all know and love), and be prepared to blush with Red Hot Romance (XXX-rated comedy), and to finish off the week, Cupid and Venus are hosting a special Valentine’s Day event: My Funny Valentine.
When: Tuesday, February 6 to Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Time: Various times
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Starting at $10.75 – Tickets available via VTSL

What: Join Art Rental & Sales at the Vancouver Art Gallery for an artist talk with Featured Artist Nicola Tibbetts, an artist and educator who holds a Master of Fine and Media Arts from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design.
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Time: Doors 6:45 pm
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery – 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free, space is limited.

What: The Fictionals presents the improv and stand-up mashup with special guest Jonathan Gagnon (Canada’s Smartest Person, The Brett Martin Show, Jonny and Carson’s Sunday Funday Talent Extravaganza).
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Time: 8 pm
Where: Cafe Deux Soleils – 2096 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Tickets: $7 or $5 for students