Vancouver Pride Week is finally upon us. WOOHOO. If there’s anything I’ve learned during the various Prides I’ve attended around the world, is you need to have a solid plan. So, if you’re not sure what you’re doing yet this weekend, we’ve got the low down on all the hot parties. We definitely stand by our recommendations. You’ll most likely see a couple of us if not more at all the following parties.

Before we begin, we want to remind you once again about a couple of events we’re sponsoring. As mentioned previously, we have teamed up with Club Five Sixty as a media sponsor for their HUGE Saturday night party with UK DJ Lee Harris spinning tracks til 4am. You definitely don’t want to miss it. Facebook event info here. We are also giving away tickets and a VIP table package. Be sure to enter.

Secondly, in the middle of Pride weekend mayhem, Opus Hotel and Homorazzi are presenting the Homorazzi Hangover Brunch at Cento Notti on Saturday August 4th. Tickets are only $25 dollars with partial proceeds going to one of our favorite local charities, YouthCO. That price (excludes tax & gratuity) will get you a mimosa upon arrival and a tasty 3-course meal. We also set up FREE rides to and from OPUS courtesy of UBER. If you haven’t taken a ride in their town cars or SUVs, you’re missing out. Why take a taxi when you can arrive in a sleek black ride? More details below.

Also, we would be remiss if we didn’t promote one of our own writers, Tommy D. He’s known to throw the best annual pool party and pride events on a yearly basis. TFD Productions really know how to lay it down. Without further ado, check out all our other recommendations during YVR Pride Week below.

click here for our YVR Pride Week Guide

Tonight, Patrick and I got a chance to catch Landmark Productions’ performance of the famed LGBT play, “Blowing Whistles.” The play was written by Matthew Todd, the current editor of Attitude magazine in the UK. The three-man play centers around the lives of three gay men, two in a relationship, the other a one-night threesome. However, this young man who enters their home turns out to bring much more than they both expected and turns their world upside-down.

Directed by Australian-transplant Morgan David Jones, and produced alongside the shows co-star Shane Bingham, the story rings true to a present situation that currently plagues gay relationships no matter where you live. The show also stars Michael Lyons and Cameron Crosby. Original written for a UK audience, Morgan and Shane received permission from the playwright to localize the play to their audience therefore, creating a unique story that references Vancouver and its isms. A really smart decision on their part.

Read more of my “Blowing Whistles” review after the jump.

Click here to head back to Homorazzi’s 2012 Vancouver Pride Recommendations.

Located in the heart of the Davie Village in downtown Vancouver, Oasis Ultra Lounge continues to hold its place as one of the premier nightlife destinations in the city. With everything from a fantastic new food menu, and exciting nightly events, we strive to create an atmosphere that is sexy, fun, inviting and most importantly, welcome to all. Located on the second floor we offer a view from above of the Davie Village and also boast a large rooftop patio complete with retractable awnings and its own bar.

Oasis Ultra Lounge

1240 Thurlow Street
Vancouver, BC
Phone: 604-685-1724

Official Website: http://oasisondavie.com/

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Click here to head back to Homorazzi’s 2012 Vancouver Pride Recommendations.

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Vancouver Pride is a little over a week and a bit away and I can barely stand it. It’s the one time of the year in our fair city when the weather is guaranteed to be nice. God loves the YVR gays. It hasn’t rained once yet, for as long as I can remember. Of course, I just jinxed myself saying that. LOL.

Adding even more to my excitement is our partnership with one of the best clubs in Vancity. Homorazzi.com is the media sponsor to FiveSixty’s big Saturday night party featuring the incomparable DJ Lee Harris from the UK. Tickets are only $20 which is a steal during YVR Pride. The night also brings a special performance by Mantra with DJ Adam Dreaddy & Quest.

Not only has FiveSixty allowed us to be media sponsors for this wicked event. They’ve also given us a few prizes to give away. Here’s what we have on deck. Enter the contest form below and you can win one of 4 pairs of tickets to event. If that wasn’t enough. One lucky winner will receive a VIP Package which includes comp admission for up to 6 people, a bottle of champagne and a private table reservation. Simply enter below or tweet us @Homorazzi on why you should win. Good luck to everyone.

ENTER THE DJ LEE HARRIS @ FIVE SIXTY CONTEST

*Winners will be contacted on Friday @ 4pm PST via email.
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

About DJ Lee Harris

Lee Harris carries a unique talent to mix music and leave the dancefloor craving for more. His ability to transition seamlessly through tracks has allowed for him to take his career globally. After winning the Ministry of Sound magazine DJ competition in 2000, he’s never looked back and it has led to residencies at many top London clubs.

Lee is currently a resident for House Nation UK, which is a monthly podcast recognised in the top 10 music podcasts on iTunes and downloaded from all corners of the world with over 90,000 downloads an episode showcasing his uplifting house and electro sound.

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• Vancouver Pride 2012: Our Party Recommendations
• Homorazzi Hangover Brunch at Cento Notti
• The Junction’s Pride Week Events
• Oasis’ Pride Week Events

Vancouver Pride 2012 is just around the corner, so it’s time to get your agenda in order and figure out where you’re going to be and when. In the past, we’ve hosted events in the early evening, but this year we thought we’d try something a little different.

Teaming up with the fabulous team at Opus Hotel Vancouver, we invite you to join us for the Homorazzi Hangover Brunch at Cento Notti on Saturday, August 4 between 11am to 3pm. The brunch is a three course shared platter that includes a mimosa upon arrival. There will be a DJ spinning and some special guests as well. We hope to see YOU there!

• DATE: Saturday, August 4
• TIME: 11am – 3pm
• LOCATION: Cento Notti – 350 Davie Street at Opus Hotel Vancouver
• COST: $25 per person (excludes tax & gratuity / partial proceeds donated to YouthCO.

By reservation only. Call 604-642-0557 or book online here.

Our friends at Uber have offered a promo code for complimentary rides to and from the OPUS for this event with promo code OPUSBRUNCH. ($40 max discount each way). Download this App if you haven’t yet!

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“I’m always a bit cautious when I go and see a musical based on a movie”. That was from my friend and musical theatre guru Iona Whipp’s main concerns as we were going into see Mary Poppins last night at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. I had even bigger concerns because I am literally obsessed with Mary Poppins, and Julie Andrews is a goddess. But I had to shelf my love of the film before I sat down in my seat and enjoy the live production for what it was.

And it was definitely something.

I don’t really think I need to recap the story of Mary Poppins do I? Magical nanny comes into sad household and changes the lives of the children and parents. Essentially that’s it right? That’s the skeleton of this story with so much ooey gooeygoodness it almost gave me a toothache. I think I need to start somewhere because I’m getting all confused. Let’s start with the cast yeah? Mary Poppins was played by Rachelle Wallace and she does a great job. I think one of her biggest strengths was that she let everyone else shine. It’s actually quite interesting to watch. Don’t forget Mary Poppins is practically perfect in every way so the story, even though it is named after her, is not about her. She’s practically perfect, what more do you need?

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Calling all Vancouver party people. International fashion sensation and nightlife celebrity Amanda Lepore will be making her return to Vancouver this weekend for PONI on Saturday July 14th. If you’ve seen her previous shows, you know it’s going to epic. If you haven’t, then what are you waiting for? Check out this pop culture icon live in person. Her sassy dance tracks are now played all over the world, helping to bring life back into the dance floor.  Known for her incredible stage presence and elaborate costumes, July 14th will prove to be anything but boring. 

We were able to secure 2 PAIRS of tickets to give away to Homorazzi.com readers. Simply fill out the form below and cross your fingers. On Friday, we’ll randomly pick two winners who’ll score a pair of tickets. Good luck.

For more info on the event, head over to Facebook. To purchase tickets, head over to Ticketzone.

Win 2 Tickets To Amanda Lepore

*Winners will be contacted on Friday @ 4pm PST via email.
CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. Congratulations to our winners.

more info about Amanda Lepore after the jump