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Tuesday Nights
Weekly swing dance nights every Tuesday from 7-10 pm at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, 2050 Scotia Street
Click here for the Facebook Event.
Last Tuesday of
the Month
Slow drag and traditional blues dance to live music led by Joe Abbott at the Dusty Flowerpot. Tickets $20.
7-7:30 pm free blues mini lesson
7:30-10 pm live music and dance
Sundays
Facilitated clown jam on Sundays from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, 2050 Scotia St. Runs from January until the end of May 2024.
Every 1st Friday
of the Month
Join us at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, 2050 Scotia St. from 4-6:30 pm. Featuring amazing costumes, bad karaoke, and happy hour!
April 9
Tuesdays from 6-7 pm at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret. Click here for the Facebook Event.
Friday
SLOW DANCE SPEED DATING WITH GLORIA
7 pm- 8:30 pm at the Dusty Flowerpot, 2050 Scotia St.
May 17: Women and Men seeking each other
July 5: Women Seeking Men/Men Seeking Wom (Hetero)
July 12: Men Seeking Men Edition
Click the dates above for tickets!
Please note, there are NO DOOR SALES FOR THIS EVENT, as we need to know the numbers to prepare!
April 25
Free Two-Step Dance Lesson: 7:00 PM
Live Music: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Live Music Featuring Joe Abbott and Wild Abandon
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We acknowledge that the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
This place is the unceded and ancestral territory of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples, the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and has been stewarded by them since time immemorial.
The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret actively promotes community and communication through personal expression and group performance practice. Our aim is to strength the local community through the arts, because we believe that a strong, connected and loving community leads to a better ability to make necessary changes together and protect what is precious to us all.
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DUSTY FLOWERPOT
Support the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret with a financial contribution that will help us produce more great shows, festivals and events. The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret is a non-profit arts society, that is funded entirely by grants and community contributions. We thank you for your kind donation.
HONKY TONK DANCE
Date: April 25
Time:
Free Two-Step Dance Lesson: 7:00 PM
Live Music: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for an electrifying evening of honky-tonk fun! Dust off your boots and get ready to hit the dance floor for a night filled with twirls, spins, and good ol' country music.
Free Two-Step Dance Lesson: Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, come early and learn the steps to impress on the dance floor!
Live Music Featuring Joe Abbott and Wild Abandon
Don't miss out on this toe-tapping, boot-scootin' event! Bring your friends and let's make it a night to remember! Whether you are learning how to dance, or in dire need to be entertained, you're in for an unforgettable night you'll be reminiscing about for years to come.
⌚The doors open at 7:00 PM, and Dance Lessons kicks off promptly at 7:00 PM. Afterward, let loose at our live music and enjoy drinks at the bar from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM.
📍The venue can be hard to find - It's in the Artiste Building at 2050 Scotia Street, but you must enter through the glass door by the loading bay at the back of the building. See the pin for the location, and don't give up you will find it!
6-WEEK SWING DANCE LESSON SERIES
Get ready to swing into action with our Swing Series class! Led by expert instructor Kat Single-Dain, our classes cover a variety of styles including swing dance, lindy hop, and vehicular jazz. Perfect for dancers of all levels, this series of 6 weekly classes begins on April 9th, 2024 and takes place every Tuesday from 6-7pm.
Class dates: April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 14, May 21
No Class on May 7
Location: Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, 2050 Scotia St (entrance through glass door next to building loading bay)
Cost: $120 for 6 classes
To register, e-transfer us at dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com or buy tickets through Eventbrite using the button below:
The venue can be hard to find - It's in the Artiste Building at 2050 Scotia Street, but you must enter through the glass door by the loading bay at the back of the building. The glass door is behind a chain-link fence. If you are at the front door of The Artiste Building, please walk north and take a right into the alley. See the pin on our website for the location, and don't give up you will find it!
Join any of our 6-Week Swing Series!
Dance Lessons will run from September 2023 until May 2024
Jan 16. - Feb. 20
Feb. 27 - Apr. 2
Apr. 9 - May 14
How to register for the next swing series:
$120 for 6 amazing weeks of Swing Dance Lessons!
Please pay by e-transfer to: dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com
Or pay by PayPal using the button below:
CLOWN CHURCH
Clown Church Returns!
Join us every SUNDAY, starting NOVEMBER 5TH until the end of May 2024, from 12 PM to 2 PM at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret (2050 Scotia Street, entrance at Loading Bay) for a journey into the world of divine silliness and comic tragedy.
This is not a workshop—it's a place for those with previous Clown or related training to practice their craft, a true haven for clown enthusiasts.
Each month features a different Facilitator, not a teacher, but someone to guide exercises and maintain the flow. It's a space for worshiping and working out your inner clown, not formal lessons!
Facilitators may introduce new games and experiments, and we'll share their style description in advance. So, you can pick the months that resonate with you.
💲 Membership: $30 per month 💲 Drop-in: $10 per session
E-transfers to dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com
COSTUME SALE AND OPEN HOUSE: FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Step into a world of costume play! Prepare to be amazed by our eclectic collection of costumes!
With...
Karaoke Corner: Unleash your inner star on our karaoke stage. Sing your heart out, channel your favorite artist, or just enjoy the show – the mic is yours!
Happy Hour hosted by Kat Single-Dain
The venue can be hard to find - It's in the Artiste Building at 2050 Scotia Street, but you must enter through the glass door by the loading bay at the back of the building. See the pin for the location, and don't give up you will find it!
If you have a passion for costumes, we are looking for volunteers for our costume department, with the opportunity for a paid role. Come talk to us to learn more!
Come solo, bring your friends, or make new ones – it's all happening at 2050 Scotia Street, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM on Friday, Dec. 1. Join us for costume magic, fun, and unforgettable moments!
SLOW DANCE
SPEED DATING
AT GLORIA'S HAPPY HOUR!
Ready to embark on a journey to find love, but in the slowest way possible? Mark your calendar for an unforgettable evening: January 5th at the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret. Welcome to "Slow Dance Speed Dating at Gloria's Happy Hour," brought to you by the almost famous but definitely infamous Gloria.
Gloria, our charming host, is not your average matchmaker. She's a former chorus girl turned relationship guru with a penchant for humor and a taste for delightful libations. Gloria's puts a twist on traditional speed dating, and dare we say it is WAY BETTER. Ask those that came to the December 1st edition.
You might make friends, or perhaps find something more special – it's all about savouring the moment and doing something uniquely fun. Worried about striking up conversations? Fear not! In this friendly and relaxed atmosphere, you'll discover connections you never expected while swaying to the music beneath the glimmering disco ball. Worried about your dance skills? No need! This isn't a race; it's a casual, unhurried shuffle to the rhythm of your heart. Let the music be your guide, and if all else fails, just blame it on the music and/or Gloria.
At The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, we celebrate love and inclusivity. Whether you're single, coupled up, or just looking for a good time, we've saved a spot for you.
Slow Dance Speed Dating falls on a Friday of every month! Here is the list of the various themes:
March 1st is WOMEN SEEKING MEN - HETERO
April 5th is WOMEN SEEKING WOMEN
April 26th is WOMEN SEEKING MEN - HETERO
May 3rd is MEN SEEKING MEN
May 17th is WOMEN AND MEN SEEKING EACH OTHER - HETERO
July 5th is WOM SEEKING MEN / MEN SEEKING WOM - HETERO
July 12th is MEN SEEKING MEN
In all cases the gender referred to is self-identified
Click on the underlined part to see the Facebook event for each theme!
Want to book Gloria for your next event? Email us at dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com for rates and more info!
MERCH BY GLORIA
Take a piece of the show with you!
Blank notebooks with front and back cover by Gloria. $7 per book or all 3 for $15!
Mugs: $20 each
Click on each event date below to get tickets on EventBrite!
LAST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH: DUSTY BLUES - LIVE BAND TRAD BLUES DANCE - AT THE SWINGOUT!
The Swing Out: Dusty Blues Edition! On the last Tuesday of every month.
Slow Drag and Traditional Blues Dance to Live Music
Dusty House Band led by Joe Abbott
7-730 free blues mini lesson
730-10 live music and dance
Tickets $20. To pay in advance, send an e-transfer to dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com
BALKAN SHMALKAN AT FREAKOUT CIRCUS NO.3
The History of Gunpowder and Balkan Shmalkan present an extravaganza of high flying circus, comedy, spanking, and incredible live music!
The History of Gunpowder and Balkan Shmalkan both boast talented and chaotic horn sections, unpredictable live shows, and, most importantly, the perfect soundtracks for circus performances! The Squamish Circus will be flying over top the audience with Aerial Silks, Trapeze and other fantastical offerings! This is bound to be one of the best concerts of the year! Last event sold out! Get your tickets early!
Saturday, January 13
8 pm - 12 am
The Wise Hall
DANCING!
DRINKS!
FRIENDS!
JAZZ MUSIC!
WEEKLY SWING DANCE NIGHTS AT 2050 SCOTIA STREET
Every Tuesday 7 - 10 pm
Free taster lesson at 7:20pm
Band starts at 7:30pm
BECOME A MEMBER
SWING OUT CLUB CARD
$40 a month to join
*free entrance to all swing outs in that month.
Jive, twist, and twirl your way through months of swing
dancing fun with The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret! For just
$40 a month, you can unlock the rhythm
of the dance floor. Go all-in with 4 months at once for
only $150, saving you a bundle while
showing your love for
swing dancing and supporting the
Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret!
DEDICATED TO CREATING AND SUPPORTING ORIGINAL WORK OF PHYSICAL THEATRE ON STAGES BOTH TRADITIONAL AND SITE SPECIFIC
Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret was formed in 2006 on a rainy winter's night in a Strathcona, Vancouver art studio, when a group of local artists met over red wine and blue cheese and decided to collaborate.
The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret is dedicated to creating and supporting original work of physical theatre in stages both traditional and site specific. Since 2013, we operate from our studio The Dusty Flowerpot which is also available for rentals.
The DFC creates large scale musicals, small scale roving acts, and festivals. On a regular basis the DFC produces the well loved and community involved Parade of Lost Souls, a monthly "Third Thursday Cabaret" and a weekly "Clown Gym" work out for anyone who has clown or physical theatre equivalent training. All of these events are offered by donation. Please contact Kat Single-Dain, Artistic Director since 2013, to get involved with our season of activities, as there are many many opportunities!
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REHEARSE, REFINE, PLAY
The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret Society is proud to announce the opening of a new mini black box rehearsal theatre in Vancouver's beautiful Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood. The Dusty Flowerpot is open for rentals and other opportunities. Contact us for more information or to book a rental.
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HAPPENINGS IN THE DFC COMMUNITY
The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret presents a new initiative to help promote the shows, workshops, events and other projects of the expansive DFC community. Check back soon, and often, to find out what's happening around town. You don't want to miss out on the creative ingenuity of our friends!
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The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret is East Vancouver's beloved performance and production company, best known for creating fully immersive, theatrical worlds such as The Valley of Ashes, Hard Times Hit Parade, Scarlett Queen of Mercy, The Village Project, The Listening Jar and the annual Parade of Lost Souls.
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BECOME A DUSTY MEMBER!
Annual Membership with The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret Society is available for $20 per year. Your yearly membership demonstrates your support and appreciation of The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret’s artistic significance and contribution to the local arts scene in Vancouver.
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GENERAL INQUIRIES:
dustyflowerpotcabaret@gmail.com
DUSTY FLOWERPOT VENUE BOOKINGS:
dustyflowerpotstudio@gmail.com
DFC CLASSIFIEDS POSTINGS & INQUIRIES:
DFC TREASURY:
THIRD THURSDAY CABARET BOOKINGS & INQUIRIES:
PARADE OF LOST SOULS INQUIRIES: