PHYSICAL MUSIC

Combining stunning musical invention with astonishing physicality, performers Leah Mann and Ela Lamblin create sublime music through their large scale, hand-built sound sculptures. You haven’t lived until you’ve seen Lelavision perform on the Lunatone, an aerial apparatus where the performers hang upside down as they play slit-tube chimes, or the Longwave, a 25-foot-long, wave-shaped harp. A hit with children and adults alike, we’re thrilled to welcome this wildly original company back to the Festival.

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INFINITUS: From Handel to Hip Hop

Think classical music isn't hip? Think again. With their buoyant, interactive performances and diverse repertoire, Vancouver-based string trio Infinitus wants listeners to put aside their dusty old perceptions of classical music. From jazz to hip-hop to movie themes to classical works, it’s amazing the musical concoctions these three award-winning musicians can cook up with just a violin, viola, cello and some vocalizations. Come out and hear their unique sound for yourself.

"I loved Infinitus! it was my son's favourite show." 

Attendee, 2011 Winterruption, Granville Island

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MAUVAIS SORT

Take Quebec’s rich folk-dance tradition and crank up the voltage – the result is Mauvais Sort. As evidenced by their six acclaimed albums and huge international following over the past decade, they are assuredly one of Canada’s very best folk bands. Mixing traditional tunes with their own style of music that they’ve dubbed "folk ‘n' roll", this group delivers a musical dose of heel-kicking joie de vivre that’s sure to get everyone dancing in the aisles. Let’s get this party started!

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MUSIC WITH MARNIE

With sold-out shows across the country and four acclaimed albums, Marnie Grey and her Music with Marnie Band have become a household name with many Canadian families. Plenty of movement, kid-appealing songs, colourful puppets and bouncy rhythms are on the playlist in this wildly energetic concert, featuring tunes from Marnie’s new album, Super Kids. Don’t miss this rockin’, fun-filled show that celebrates the superhero in every child.

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NORMAN FOOTE

Catchy melodies, clever lyrics and outrageous props are all hallmarks of a performance by award-winning Vancouver entertainer Norman Foote, along with a delightfully offbeat sense of humour, of course! Norman’s been a Festival favourite for many years now, and it’s easy to see why – his hilarious, theatrical shows are enormously entertaining for both kids and adults alike. Come clap and sing along to old favourites and new tunes from his Juno Award-winning album, Love My New Shirt.

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A full day of fun at the Kids' Fest!

• All show tickets include free access to the 5 Festival Interactive Zones
• Don't have a show ticket? No worries!  Activity wristbands/site passes for the Interactive Zones can be purchased separately for $5 on site.

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There are plenty more shows to choose from for the whole family at the Vancouver International Children's Festival

NEW DATES:   May 30-June 5, 2011

NOW on Granville Island

Visit childrensfestival.ca for full info

LOTS OF FREE PARKING OFF-ISLAND!
Free parking is available all week under the Burrard Bridge. Enter
at the foot of Fir Street at West 1st Avenue. Parking will also be
available Saturday & Sunday (9am-6pm) behind the Seaforth Armoury on Burrard Street. Thank you to the Squamish Nation and the
Seaforth Armoury for their generous support.  See MAP