Please note the Bard on the Beach Administrative Offices will be closed from December 20 to January 1 inclusive and will reopen on January 2.

Bard Explored

Watch our 2024 Bard Explored talks at the links below!

June 29 – Hamlet (watch recording of this talk HERE)
July 6 – Twelfth Night
 (watch recording of this talk HERE)
August 10 – The Comedy of Errors
August 17 – Measure for Measure

Our 2025 Schedule for our Bard Explored talks will be available to view in early spring.

All Bard Explored talks begin at 11am

Simon Fraser University’s Paul Budra delivers in-depth explorations of this Season’s plays in his lively and engaging style. He’ll take you beyond the story as he explores ideas, inspirations, and influences.

Bring your questions and leave with fuller insights and appreciation.

Each talk will run approximately 60 minutes, including Q&A.

 

Please Note: The Festival site opens 30 minutes before Bard Explored talks.