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Jun 13-17 THE HOOKEr MONO-
LOGUEs Created and performed by
active and former sex workers and
their allies, this show is filled with true
stories, creating a candid portrait of
the sex-work industry. Firehall Arts
Centre, 280 E. Cordova St. Tickets
604-689-0926. www.firehallarts
centre.ca Map 1: C8
Jun 15-Jul 29 BiTTErGirL: THE MUsi-
CAL This cathartic and catchy musical
charts the romantic break-ups of
three women and the lively antics that
ensue. Granville Island Stage, 1585
Johnston St. 604-687-1644. www.
artsclub.com Map 6: B3
ATTRACTIONS
“Power and the Passion”
Australia may be best-known for the Sydney Opera
House, Great Barrier Reef, koalas and kangaroos, but
its true gift to the world is Midnight Oil (page 69).
The rockers/activists from Down Under frequently
champion environmental and Indigenous causes in
chart-toppers such as “Beds Are Burning” and “Blue
Sky Mine.” Catch their reunion tour when it rolls into
Malkin Bowl for an unforgettable outdoor concert.
—Sheri Radford
An audience favourite, set in 1959 Italy
and inspired by that era’s extravagant
films (Jun 1-Sep 23). The Winter’s Tale
A magical and poignant family drama,
set in mythical kingdoms in Sicily and
Bohemia (Jun 8-Sep 22). Howard
Family Stage: The Merchant of Venice
(Jun 22-Sep 16). The Two Gentlemen of
Verona (Jun 29-Sep 17). $21+. Special
event: Exploring Shakespeare (Jun 24).
Dress warmly and bring a blanket.
Vanier Park, Chestnut St. 604-739-
0559 or toll-free 1-877-739-0559.
www.bardonthebeach.org Map 1: D3
Jun 2-25 THE GAME OF LOVE AND
CHANCE This witty 18th-century rom-
com pits two false servants against
two false masters in a high-stakes
game of love and chance. $20-$24.
Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery
St. at N.W. Marine Dr. 604-224-8007.
www.unitedplayers.com Map 4: D2
Jun 6-18 GOOD DAy AND GOOD
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