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Described as “one of the most compelling acts Canada has to offer” -TIME Magazine

Audiences will recall Sarah Slean’s only previous special guest appearance at the VDPAC, with her unforgettable performance with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra in April 2018.

Sarah Slean is a 4-time JUNO, 2-time Gemini nominated performer and a CSA-winning composer with 25 years of broad experience in music; widely-recognized for her lyrical songwriting, exquisite orchestral arranging and virtuosic piano-playing—But don’t overlook her ethereal voice—described by CBC as a “19th cenutry Kate Bush.”

Slean is a unique, multi-faceted creative force. Since being signed to Atlantic/Warner Records at age 19, Sarah has released 11 albums in over 10 countries worldwide. She cites such diverse influences as Leonard Bernstein, philosophy, Joni Mitchell, Buddhism and Bach. Her music “burrows” aspects of cabaret, pop, and orchestral. Classically trained from age 5, Sarah routinely collaborates with cutting-edge contemporary classical ensembles like The Art of Time, sharing the stage with 10 of Canada’s professional orchestras and invited to sing world premieres by Canada’s leading composers.

Sarah has also toured Europe, the US and Scandinavia, opening internationally for such artists as Bryan Ferry, Rufus Wainwright, Alanis Morissette, Andrew Bird, Feist, Ron Sexsmith and Chris Isaak.

She is alumna of the prestigious Canadian Film Centre’s screen composing residency (2017-18), earning her first Canadian Screen Award (2021). In 2021-22, Sarah composed the music for the onstage musical adaptation of the award-winning film “Maudie”.

Don’t miss this unique, unforgettably moving concert experience—a perfect gift for next Valentine’s Day!

For more about the artistry, songwriting, arranging and unforgettable voice of Sarah Slean, visit:

https://sarahslean.com

$45.00 Per Person
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Fans of VDPAC’s annual celebration of International Women’s Day, I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff! will recognize this year’s featured headliner, Julie Kim as the host and emcee in 2024 for the headlining Canadian comedic icon, Elvira Kurt.

Julie Kim is one of Canada’s premiere stand-up comedians. Julie recently toured across Canada, performing with Rick Mercer on the Stand-Up for Canada Tour. She was also a gala performer at the 2022 Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, and headlined four sold-out solo shows at Just for Laughs Toronto in 2023.

Over the past decade, Julie has performed at all the major Canadian comedy festivals, and has toured in Australia and the United Kingdom. Julie has also been regularly featured on CBC Radio’s The Debaters with Steve Patterson.

Julie Kim is also a Canadian Screen Award-winning writer and producer. Julie has contributed to the writing rooms of Kim’s Convenience; Run the Burbs; and Still Standing. Julie was a producer and writer for Simu Liu (Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) as he hosted the 2022 and 2023 JUNO Awards. She ideated Liu’s now well-known ‘I am Canadian’ monologue.

Julie's mission is to spread happiness, lighten hearts, and unite through laughter. And no amount of mom-shaming will stop her in this noble quest.

STAY TUNED! For the upcoming announcement of Julie’s Special Guest comedians invited to join her onstage for VDPAC’s 21st Annual Celebration of International Women’s Day, I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff! Grab your besties and get ready for a sizzling night of female empowerment guaranteed to deliver side-splitting, tear-inducing laughter!

CAUTION: It gets SPICY! May contain 19+ strong language & mature content.