Bard Special events

MUSIC

Opera & Arias: A Celebration! September 12 & 13 | 2pm & 7:30pm Feel all the passion, love and joy in favourite selections from Verdi’s La Traviata, The Merry Widow (Lehár), Die Fledermaus (Strauss) and more. Featuring the gifted young singers of the UBC Opera Ensemble, directed by Nancy Hermiston, along with members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra, led by Maestro Leslie Dala. Bard Artistic Director Christopher Gaze hosts all performances. VSO @ Bard: Marvellous Music! June 28 | 7:30pm Your perfect summer treat! The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra plays beloved classical masterpieces under the direction of VSO Concertmaster Nicholas Wright.

Opera & Arias | Photo: Tim Matheson Music Series Sponsor

Talkback Tuesdays | Photo: Kristin Szilvassy TALKS AND ACTIVITIES

Talkback Tuesdays Free Post-Show Discussions | Tuesday evenings from July 5 – August 30 Dive deeper into the play you’ve just enjoyed. After select Tuesday evening performances on the BMO Mainstage and the Howard Family Stage, stay for a lively Q&A session with members of the cast.

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Bard Explored Talks June 25, July 9 & August 13 | 11am Simon Fraser University’s Paul Budra delivers in-depth explorations of this season’s plays. He’ll take you beyond the story as he explores ideas, inspirations and infl uences. Bring your questions and leave with fuller insights and appreciation of the plays. Forum: Challenging Shakespeare June 28 | 7:30pm Shakespeare can be a catalyst for entirely new works that speak to our world today. Discover how theatre artists approach the opportunities – and the pitfalls. Onstage panel with an audience Q&A.

ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES

VocalEye A Midsummer Night's Dream August 20 | 7:30pm August 28 | 2pm VocalEye described performances in the BMO Mainstage tent offer live, real-time descriptions of the visual elements onstage, for patrons with vision loss.

Relaxed Performances A Midsummer Night's Dream July 17 & August 14 | 2pm During these performances, we have an open and encouraging attitude towards audience members moving, making noise and exiting/ entering the auditorium freely.

Every BMO Mainstage performance has wheelchair and/or Step Away seats. If you need more information or have other access needs, please contact the Box Offi ce at 604-739-0559.

Bard-B-Q & Fireworks | Photo: Becky Verbruggen

Bard-B-Q & Fireworks July 23, 27 & 30 | 5pm See A Midsummer Night’s Dream and then enjoy a delicious barbecue with all the fi xings from Emelle’s Catering, plus pre-Fireworks entertainment. End the night with a private view of the spectacular Celebration of Light.

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THEME DAYS

Family Days & Relaxed Performances A Midsummer Night’s Dream July 17 & August 14 | 2pm The perfect Bard experience for the whole family! Arrive at the Village early for childrens’ activities, then enjoy the performance. Family Days are Relaxed Performances; all ages welcome. Media Sponsor

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Family Days | Photo: Kristin Szilvassy

Wine Wednesdays Age 19+ event July 6, August 3 & 17 | 6pm Upgrade your night out at Bard with our exclusive pre-show wine tastings. Sip and savour BC wines, presented by industry experts and special guests.

Bard Pride Night June 25 | 6:30pm Join us for Bard’s fi rst Pride night! This dedicated 2SLGBTQIA+ event includes early site access and activities to celebrate Pride together. Then enjoy a performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream or Harlem Duet.

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