I feel so lucky to have found TES Theatre as an option to support my daughter's high school…read moreeducation. She got to sing, dance, direct, and write. She spent her time doing all the things she loves and received high school credit for it. TES theatre is different than other programs because it seeks to find out what youth are interested in and thinking about, then provides them with a venue to express themselves. A very different approach from other programs we've experienced. Cathy

From the owner: TES Theatre Company offers an absolutely unique musical theatre program experience in which…read moreparticipants get to take the lead, following their own creative visions and inspiration. With the help of experienced & skilled teachers, students choose, design, direct, choreograph and perform in their own productions. We are a diverse and inclusive community, proud to create a safe & engaging space for all participants. Our programs are exhilarating, inspiring, engaging, affordable, and super fun. Check out our many programs!

Sherry, the owner graciously permitted me to audit an acting class with her lovely class. It's a…read moresmall group of students in a humble studio located in downtown Langley. Many students drive from as far as chilliwack due to the lack of classes available in the area. Most acting classes are downtown Vancouver and they are FULL. Usually an acting class can run up to 30-35 students and you're waiting all night to do your scene. Not here, the class is small so you get a chance to run your scene a few times if necessary and the intimate setting gives a sense of closeness and trust. Classes are $200 monthly and the end of the month you bring your SD card and do on camera work. It would be really great to get back into my creative bag and delve into some scene work, for fun. I recommend this as a friendly environment for beginners and intermediate alike. Sherry is a working actor so she knows the ins and outs of the business's and has close contacts with some casting directors and agents in the lower mainland.

My son has been going to the Acting Academy for 2 years now. Not only has he got a agent, (one of…read morethe many agents that come into the classes), but landed two commercials and is starting to get auditions for actor roles. I will give a huge shout out to these guys...

My child has been involved in Lights up for several years. It's been a defining activity for them…read more So much fun and personal growth! I highly recommend this program.

Our kids have attended Lights Up Musical Theatre School for four years and enjoy it so much. The…read moreteachers are great at engaging the children and ensuring they have fun while we get to see them gain confidence and put on an entertaining show at the end of the term. With acting, singing and dancing, every student gets a chance to shine. Lisa is a kind person who truly cares about the students and wants to see them blossom and develop a love of theatre that she and the rest of the staff share!

Fantastic training! Amazing generous, friendly and supportive people! True value and a great…read morerelaxed creative space, conveniently located close to a SkyTrain and the 99&9 bus lines.

From the owner: The Story Institute takes a different approach to teaching all the skills needed to succeed in the…read moreVancouver film industry and be cast in world-class television series. We believe success is a habit, not a destination. We offer classes in voice over, audition, improv, youth programs and more!

Bought tickets to see a specific comedian and got Bate and switched with no real explanation no…read moreoption for refund as they told us after we ordered our mandatory 2 items minimum per person. The food was disappointing probably frozen Costco stuff. The venue was like a dinghy attic and comedians were basically the joke, 1/3 was ok. Over all walked out of there feeling ripped right off. Never again

I'm so lucky to have this fantastic vintage venue within walking distance of my home. A few years…read moreago, the most recent owners took on the gigantic project of restoring this 1920s era vaudeville/movie house to its former glory, while also adding modern sound and lighting and reconfiguring the seating into a dinner theatre style. The pictures don't lie - there are big red velvet drapes, chandeliers and exotic Moorish/Morroccan touches like columns and murals. Just a damn cool theatre to see a show in, and I've now been to a few, from burlesque shows to my comedy idols like Bruce McCulloch. Upstairs in the smaller, and less lavishly appointed room, is Lafflines, which is a great spot to see up and coming comedians while having a few glasses of sorrow-drowning liquids and a basket of chicken strips. Both upstairs and downstairs have the same basic menu, so if you can deal with Sleemans and nachos, you're laughing. The wine list is OK, and for girl-drink drunks, they've got some sweet throwback martinis. The servers are really nice, but there never seem to be enough of them, so be decisive when they come around, because they might not get back around to you for a while! I've noticed that for some of the shows in the theatre, they'll have maybe two or three working the entire venue. Upstairs, one or two depending on the night (I tend to go on Thursdays for amateur night, so it's not usually very full). For all the fanciness of the decor, it's not at all posh, just a laid-back place to go see a live show. If you don't like fun, well, stay home.

A place of pure magic and curiosity. Quite intimate and a great opportunity to see the art of magic…read moreup close. This experience took me straight back to my childhood, watching P. C. Sarkar perform magic with my late grandpa -- a deeply nostalgic and special feeling. We sat in the couple VIP seats, and the showmanship was exceptional. You can choose what magic will be performed in the show when you seat in these seats. The 75 minutes flew by. The secret location and the unique way you enter make the entire experience feel immersive from the very beginning. Truly one of a kind and a must-visit in New Westminster. The ambience has a flapper-era vibe, perfect for photos. So, definitely dress nicely, as there are great photo opportunities. Popcorn and pops are available, but honestly, you won't want to eat because you won't want to take your eyes off the magician, Shawn Farquhar for a second.

What a fantastic time at Hidden Wonders! Shawn and his team dazzled the audience. The venue was…read morespectacular. The front of the building has a wonderful presentation/collection of knicknacks. You are brought into the back one group at a time where you may purchase snacks and take pictures (i.e. the famous bathtub). The theatre is small and intimate, and there is truly no bad seat in the house. Shawn was personable, funny, and took the time to try and include every single audience member in some way. Available street parking in the evening. Overall, it was perfect for an unforgettable date night or an evening with friends. Highly recommended!

I throughly enjoyed the experience here. The service was excellent and the comedians were…read morefantastic. Admission and the drink prices were very reasonable. Only downside is those effing stairs you have to climb to get up there that make you feel old when you're out of breath by the time you finish them. People who are offended easily need to stay home. Some people had a bee in their bonnet over some comments. They're comedians and they did not come to please everyone's personal preferences. Will definitely be back!

Last weekend was my first time going there with my boyfriend. We were excited to hear some comedy…read more This place is a little retro and outdated but nice none the less. We sat there for about 15 minutes until a server finally came. Not only that I had to ask for a server. That part was really the only thing that was wrong with our night. Once we got our drinks we had Kalamari and the potatoe nachos ... Both very good. The MC comic and the two comics before the main act came on we're great!! We laughed so hard. However the main comedian kind of sucked. We didn't find him as funny as the other ones and we ended up leaving midway through his act. We will be back for sure though.

Frederick is an amazing voice coach! The best thing about him is that he is professionally trained…read moreand can teach in not only classical but also in pop and theatre styles. I have tried lots of teachers in Vancouver and so far Frederick is the best I've found for teaching how to sing Pop/rnb with the proper technique. I started taking lesson with Frederick after experiencing a lot of vocal fatigue while professionally recording, and he has really helped me get to the root of the problem. Every lesson is a wealth of invaluable information !

Frederik is a fabulous vocal coach! My husband worked with him preparing for a part on the show…read more"Motherland" and sent me his way when I needed to prepare to sing in a movie. I was able to go to work on set feeling confident and prepared. I now work with Frederik regularly because I was so impressed with him and how well we worked together.