BURNING MOM

By Mieko Ouchi

March 27–April 20, 2025
Granville Island Stage
A DIFFERENT KIND OF ROAD TRIP

Dorothy realizes that life is too short to delay your aspirations after losing her husband. She decides to take their RV on the road trip of his retirement dreams: she’s going to Burning Man. After all, it’s only a 21-hour drive to a weeklong culture festival and party with no plumbing in the middle of a desert—how hard can it be? Performed by Patti Allan, Burning Mom is a stirring tale of one woman’s odyssey of self-discovery, and how art, everlasting roads, and human connection propel her along the way. Prepare to laugh and cry as Dorothy’s story invites you to take risks and enjoy the small moments in life. Come along for the ride!

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  • Showtimes
    Monday Closed
    Tuesday 7:30 PM
    Wednesday 1:30 PM
    & 7:30 PM
    Thursday 7:30 PM
    Friday 8 PM
    Saturday 2 PM & 8 PM
    Sunday 2 PM
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    Friday, Apr 18, 2025 – 8 PM
  • Seat map


    For information about accessible and body positive seating, check out our Accessibility page or contact the Arts Club Box Office.

    Virtual tour
  • Directions + Parking
    1585 Johnston Street
    Vancouver, BC
    V6H 3R9

    Parking Tips
  • Content Advisory
    This production may contain flashing lights and water-based haze and fog. Please contact our box office for more information.

Artistic Team

Cast

  1. Patti Allan Dorothy

Creative

  1. Mieko Ouchi Director
  2. Patrick Rizzotti Set Designer
  3. Kirsten McGhie Costume Designer
  4. John Webber Lighting Designer
  5. Ashley Au Sound Designer

  6. Rebecca Mulvihill Stage Manager
  7. Harlow Nguyen Apprentice Stage Manager