Valentine’s Day: a time to celebrate love, relish in romance and spoil that special someone who makes your heart go all a flutter. Or, it’s a time to get together with your single friends and throw darts at images of ex lovers while watching thrasher movies and throwing back copious amounts of wine. Maybe you’re in a happy relationship, but you’re sick and tired of spending triple the amount for a bouquet of roses? Or dining among a sea of smug couples all secretly comparing their propensity for romance to your own.
If you fall into the latter two categories, I’ve got a few V-Day recommendations that won’t cause you to throw up in your mouth may appeal.
Burlesque Duos at the Rio Theatre
Head to the Rio on V-Day to witness never-seen-before Burlesque duets featuring eight of Vancouver’s top teasers. Commissioned by producer/performer April O’Peel, Burlesque Duos will see new works featuring pairings from eight of Vancouver’s Burlesque elite. Celebrating partnership and feminine creativity, Burlesque Duos are a perfect way for singles and couples alike to celebrate Valentines Day.
Featuring new Burlesque duos by:
CHERRY ONTOP & MELODY MANGLER
BURGUNDY BRIXX & NICKY NINEDOORS
LOLA FROST & BLOODY BETTY
APRIL O’PEEL & MISS FITT
Advance tickets are available here.
My Nasty Valentine hosted by Bob Saget
Bob Saget has starred in two of the most family friendly shows network TV has ever produced – Full House and Americas Funniest Home Videos – but he’s also rocked standup comedy for over 30 years. From his HBO special That Ain’t Right to his scene-stealing cameos in Entourage and The Aristocrats, it’s always an unpredictable experience when Saget embraces his dark side.
Bob Saget headlines My Nasty Valentine on Friday, February 15th at The Centre as part of the Vancouver Comedy and Arts Festival. Tickets are still available here.
Host a Singles Soiree
V-Day is not a day to envy – or rather, be annoyed – by the blatantly smitten. Celebrate your free and single status by hosting a gathering for all your foxy friends who may be rolling solo February 14th. Start by treating your guests to some fine confections from local chocolatier Thomas Haas. Then play a little game of pass the pasties, ahem, parcel by asking each guest to bring a sexy pre-wrapped gift. Little Sisters in the West End has a great selection of silly to super sensual gifts to choose from.
Remember, possums, V-Day isn’t just about romantic love. Send a bouquet of flowers to your Grandma. Drop off a hand written card to one of your best gal pals. Buy the person standing in line ahead of you their morning coffee. Spread the love.
I’ll be at the Rio taking in a little burlesque with my Valentine. How will you be spending your V-Day?
Also published in the Huffington Post.
