Bard on the Beach

Bard on the Beach © David Blue
One of Vancouver's most loved summer events is a picnic in Vanier Park followed by an evening performance of Shakespeare. Plays are performed in huge open-ended tents overlooking the picturesque English Bay with a mountain backdrop.
Plays of past seasons have included Twelfth Night, King Lear, The Tempest, and Titus Andronicus. The plays are consistently well-performed and conceived, with good actors. The picnic setting makes it a laidback and fun way to get to grips with Shakespeare, providing a good introduction for children.
Venue: Vanier Park
Date: 5 June to 21 September 2019
Website: www.bardonthebeach.org