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JUNE 27, 2016, VANCOUVER, B.C. – Throughout the months of July and August, Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival delivers great entertainment in addition to its four plays, with special events and activities for every taste. From Fireworks nights to concerts and glimpses behind-the-scenes, here are six unique special events at Bard this summer. 1. Bard-B-Q…

One of the best parts of Bard on the Beach is its physical location. The picturesque view — captured as the stunning backdrop to the BMO Mainstage set — makes the Festival unique. But this beauty is only part of the landscape. For the last four years it’s been enhanced by on-site greenery, maintained by Jennifer…

IN SHORT: Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its season on the Howard Family Stage in the Douglas Campbell Theatre Tent with Pericles. Directed by Lois Anderson, this fast-paced, thrilling tale set in an ancient mythical world runs from July 2 to September 18. Tickets: 604-739-0559 or bardonthebeach.org.  IN FULL: Bard on the Beach…

IN SHORT: Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival opens the Howard Family Stage in the Douglas Campbell Theatre Tent with Othello. Directed by Bob Frazer, this powerful drama set during the American Civil War runs from June 24 to September 17. Tickets: 604-739-0559 or bardonthebeach.org.  IN FULL: Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its…

IN SHORT: Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its 27th season with The Merry Wives of Windsor. This high-spirited comedy is a re-imagining of the award-winning 2012 production directed by Johnna Wright. The play runs from June 17 to September 24 on the BMO Mainstage. Tickets: 604-739-0559 or bardonthebeach.org. IN FULL: Bard on the…

IN SHORT: Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival’s first production of the 27th season is Romeo and Juliet. The classical, sensuous production is a salute to the timeless power of Shakespeare’s beloved romantic tragedy. The play runs June 3 to September 23 on the BMO Mainstage and is directed by award-winning director Kim Collier. Tickets:…

You’ve no doubt heard that this year is the 400^th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s passing on April 23, 1616. His legacy and the timeless quality of his works is being celebrated around the world, and so of course it’s a special year for us at Bard. Read on for some of our favourite ways to honour William Shakespeare – this Saturday and always…

MARCH 30, 2016, VANCOUVER, B.C. – On Saturday, April 23 the world will honour the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s passing, and Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival is joining the celebration by staging a classic wake! Will’s Wake, hosted by Bard Artistic Director Christopher Gaze, will bring members and friends of Bard’s Acting Company…

IN BRIEF: The Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction kicked off the 38th Vancouver International Wine Festival on February 20 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver with a spectacular evening of wine and food, topped by a thrilling live auction. VANCOUVER, BC (February 22, 2016) — The 2016 Vancouver International Wine Festival started with a splash at…

This year for Giving Tuesday, Bard on the Beach has decided to raise funds for the Bard Education Bursary Fund. Director of Education, Mary Hartman, shared her thoughts on the importance of arts education and the relevance of Shakespeare even in a modern age. Read on for more…