Launched in 2001, The Chutzpah! Festival brings world-renowned dance, music, theatre, and comedy to Vancouver.
Looking through a lens of Jewish experiences, stories, and values in all their richness and diversity, we create unforgettable, unique experiences for audiences throughout the Lower Mainland.
Don’t forget to fill out our post-festival survey!
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![Cover of program guide with Sarah Freia, the festival dates Nov 12-23, and the genres music, dance, comedy and theatre]()
Chutzpah! Festival Guide
It’s out now - check out the Chutzpah! Festival program guide here!
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![Flourescent sign with comedy in pink and for peace in blue.]()
Comedy for Peace
It’s time to leave the politics outside and laugh!
November 22, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Photo of Lorin, Sasha and Craig smiling at the camera.]()
Yiddish Song & Dance Workshop
Come sing and dance along with members of the Golden Thread Septet!
November 23, 2025 at 2:00pm
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![The Golden Thread Ensemble performing on stage.]()
Yiddish Songs of Social Change
The Golden Thread Ensemble takes audiences through the role of music in the struggle for justice and equality.
November 23, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Modi Rosenfeld in a black suit, looking right at the camera.]()
Modi
Modi Rosenfeld returns to Vancouver with his Pause for Laughter Tour.
November 12, 2025 at 8:00pm
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![Gila Münster, Sarah Freia, and Yan Simon posing in black, white and red outfits.]()
8 Gays of Channukah - The Musical
Channukah celebrations are starting early this year with the West Coast debut of 8 Gays of Channukah - The Musical.
November 13, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Deb Williams standing at a microphone and smiling.]()
The Flame Workshop
Don’t miss out on a rare opportunity to attend an in-depth workshop weekend with Deb Williams.
November 15-16, 2025 at 10:00am
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![Dancer Ted Littlemore lit from above while holding chairs.]()
Take This Waltz
SOLD OUT - Take This Waltz is an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and stunning visuals.
November 15 & 16, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![The Flame and its storytellers.]()
The Flame
Deb Williams and The Flame return to Chutzpah! for another fantastic evening of moving and fiery storytelling.
November 17, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Ronnie as Lenny Bruce, at a microphone and holding hand out to the camera.]()
I'n Not a Comedian...I'm Lenny Bruce
I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce is a captivating portrayal that brings the notorious funny man to life.
November 18, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Lea Kalisch rocking out on stage.]()
Shtetl Cabaret
SOLD OUT - Lea Kalisch is a rapper, a film director, a Jewish Pop Star, and the creator of the Shtetl Cabaret.
November 19, 2025 at 7:30pm
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![Omer and Jana dancing together with Jana stretched in Omer's arms.]()
Common Place
Experience the North American premiere of Common Place by Australian power-duo.
November 20, 2025 at 7:30pm
Past Events
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![2025 artists superimposed above a city scape and blue sky.]()
2025 Chutzpah! Plus
The Chutzpah! Plus 2025 Spring Edition took place from March 19-23, 2025.
Click below to learn more about the events from the mini-festival!
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![Jeremy Goldstein showing a dark profile and backlit by green and pink light]()
2024 Chutzpah! Festival
The 2024 Chutzpah! Festival ran from November 1-10, 2024.
Click below to learn more about the events!
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![Nani Noam Vazana in a red dress a sun-like background and multi-colours.]()
2023 Chutzpah! Festival
The 2023 Chutzpah! Festival took place from November 2-23, 2023, with Plus shows in February and April 2024.
Click below to learn more about the events!
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![Drag Queens Ziona Patriot & Talula Bonet, The Holy Sisters, in bright pink outfits in front of a white background.]()
2022 Chutzpah! Festival
The 2022 Chutzpah! Festival took place from November 3-24, 2022, with Plus shows in September 2022 and April & July 2023.
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