Discover Surrey Arts Centre’s lively weekend with Wild Things, Dana Michel’s MIKE, and a festive Gingerbread Men concert for all ages.
A Weekend That Bursts With Imagination
Get ready, because Surrey Arts Centre is gearing up for a weekend that feels wonderfully alive. And yes, everything kicks off Dec. 13–14 with shows that spark curiosity, stir creativity, and invite everyone kids and grown-ups alike into stories that leap off the stage. Even better, each event offers a chance to play, explore, and connect.
Wild Things Come Out to Play
First up, Where the Wild Things Are storms into the Studio Theatre in a wildly interactive adventure designed for kids aged three to eight. And naturally, their favourite adults are encouraged to jump in, too. The production turns Maurice Sendak’s beloved world into a guided play experience where children help Max transform his bedroom into the wild landscapes of his imagination.
Tickets start at $28, and because there are three showtimes spread across two days, families get plenty of chances to join the fun. And yes, everything unfolds with an energy that makes kids feel like they’re steering the story themselves.
A Sweet Holiday Treat With The Gingerbread Men
Meanwhile, over on the 402-seat Main Stage, The Gingerbread Men are mixing nostalgia with holiday cheer in a cabaret-style concert. With over 30 classic Christmas tunes, the evening promises a “dough-lightful” dash of festive warmth. Since the show blends charm, humour, and familiar favourites, it’s perfect for anyone looking to kickstart the season with a smile.
Dana Michel’s MIKE Breaks Boundaries
Then, as Saturday afternoon rolls in, the Surrey Art Gallery presents MIKE, a free, three-hour performance by acclaimed Montreal artist Dana Michel. Although the show stretches through publicly accessible spaces, it feels surprisingly intimate. Because Michel moves through dance, improv, comedy, hip-hop, sculpture, and even psychology, the performance shifts constantly, revealing new layers as the environment becomes part of the art.
As Michel uses simple office objects to explore work culture, identity, and the tension between private and public selves, audiences are invited to wander, watch, and reflect. And since Michel rebuilds the performance anew every time, no two experiences look the same.
A Rare West Coast Appearance
Surrey Art Gallery assistant curator Rhys Edwards notes that Michel is “one of Canada’s foremost performance and dance artists,” and since West Coast appearances are rare, this visit feels especially exciting. Furthermore, with the building’s architecture acting as an artistic partner in MIKE, the afternoon becomes a living, shifting canvas.
A Surrey Weekend You Won’t Want to Miss
Altogether, this lineup creates a weekend filled with movement, music, imagination, and discovery. And because each event brings something fresh and inviting, Surrey Arts Centre becomes the perfect place to explore creativity in all its forms whether you’re a child stepping into Max’s world or an adult watching art ripple through unexpected spaces.
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