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: 6 June to 22 September 2018

Website: www.bardonthebeach.org