Top Things to Do in Vancouver This Week

Monday, May 4, 2009 – Bill Reid:  Master of Haida Art

See the The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art's  inaugural exhibition, which runs until June 7. Highlights of the Bill Reid exhibition include monumental piece Mythic Messengers, The Killer Whale sculpture cast in bronze with jade patina, several of Reid's works that appear on the Canadian $20 bill,  a full-scale totem pole, and many more. The gallery is located at 639 Hornby St., between Georgia and Dunsmuir. Find out more here.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009 – Pacific Spirit Toastmasters Club Open House

Do you suffer from glossophobia? If you're like 75% of the general public, you do - it's the fear of public speaking. Why not learn more about Pacific Spirit Toastmasters - they've got a free open house tonight from 5:30 to 7 pm at the YWCA building at 535 Hornby St. Improve your speaking skills and gain confidence in a supportive environment. Visit the site for more information.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009 – John & Beatrice

See the Pi Theatre (581 Cardero St., 8th Floor) play that has been nominated for four Jessie Richardson Awards, including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director and Best Production. John & Beatrice is a modern fairytale that explores the difficulty of making a romantic connection in today's society. Show times are Tuesday and Sunday at 8 pm, and the play continues until May 16. Get tickets online at Pi Theatre, or order by phone at  604.684.2787 (additional $2.50 per ticket for phone orders). Prices are $24 for adults, and $19 for seniors and students (plus a $3.50 service fee for all tickets).

Thursday, May 7, 2009 –  Babelicious

Enjoy a ladies-only fashion show, luxurious pampering and shopping at the Babelicious event. Your ticket price of $20 includes a drink, gift bag, entry to the after party and one beauty service on a first-come first-reserve basis (everything from face mapping and skin analysis to henna to relaxing massages). There will also be an Anelore Fashion Show at 9:30 pm. Babelicious takes place at the Caprice Nightclub (967 Granville St.) from 8-11 pm. Get tickets and info at Eventbrite, Wink Beauty Lounge or West Coast Hot Yoga.

Friday, May 8,  2009 – The Stills

Montreal's The Stills are at the Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville St.) to play tunes from their latest CD Oceans Will Rise. Doors open at 8 pm and the show is at 9:30, with guests Gentleman Reg. Buy tickets here.

Saturday, May 9, 2009 –  Live* - Wee/Francesco Scavetta

As part of the Live* series, The The Dance Centre presents Wee/Francesco Scavetta, a mix of illusion, reality and unreality through dance and remixed music and video.The series is performed by Italian choreographer Francesco Scavetta and internationally renowned composer Luigi Ceccarelli, musician Paolo Ravaglia and Norwegian visual artist Tone Myskja. Live* comes to Canada after touring Europe, South America and India. Get tickets at Tickets Tonight and info at The Dance Centre.

Sunday, May 10, 2009 - Flight Of The Conchords

Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement make up the musical comedy duo Flight Of The Conchords. The New Zealand duo and guest Arj Barker are at The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with show at 7:30 pm; get tickets here.