Get ready to take on the day, Victoria!
This Tuesday presents a wonderful mix of local events, including a Victoria-based country duo at Darcy’s Pub, a multilingual poetry reading and an open mic night at Phoenix Bar and Grill.
If you’re looking for something a little less social, catch a cheap movie at Capitol 6 Theatres or catch a play.
Whatever you choose, it’s sure to be a great one!
Here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Tuesday, April 30th:
A Night of Sonnets
Hermann’s Jazz Club will be hosting a special evening this Tuesday!
The Faculty of Humanities, and the Departments of English, French and Francophone Studies, and Hispanic and Italian Studies at UVic present a “Night of Sonnets.”
Come hear a selection of beloved, inspiring, and intriguing sonnets in English, French, Spanish and Italian—don’t worry, it’s not a class or lecture, just a multilingual poetry reading event to celebrate the genre.
Admission is $5 in cash at the door.
- Where: Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street
- When: Tuesday, April 30th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Open Mic at Phoenix Bar and Grill
Bring your talent or cheer on the brave performers at Phoenix Bar and Grill’s open mic night!
Organized by Firebird Variety Open Mic, this free event is a great opportunity to practice being in front of an audience within a relaxed environment.
Bring all of your pals along too! Signup starts at 6:30 p.m. and the show is at 7:30 p.m. They allow two songs or 10 minutes for musical acts—whichever comes first!
- Where: Phoenix Bar and Grill, 3944 Quadra Street
- When: Tuesday, April 30th from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday Saver at Capitol 6 Theatres
Nothing better than cheap movie night—catch a Tuesday Saver movie at Capitol 6 Theatres downtown!
If you’re looking for ideas, Challengers featuring Zendaya, Mike Faist, Josh O’Connor and A.J. Lister recently hit theatres.
Other feature films include Unsung Hero, Boy Kills World, Abigail and more!
Tickets are $8.75 as opposed to the usual $15.75.
- Where: Capitol 6 Theatres, 805 Yates Street
- When: Tuesday, April 30th—showtimes vary
JaimesonRhy at Darcy’s Pub Downtown
Every Tuesday, Darcy’s Pub downtown has a rotating artist!
Come down and catch JaimesonRhy, an up and coming female country duo made up of Jaimey Hamilton and Rhyley Bremner.
Plus, enjoy $5 off taco specials!
- Where: Darcy’s Pub downtown, 1127 Wharf Street
- When: Tuesday, April 30th from 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The Lehman Trilogy
From April 23rd to May 19th, Tony Award-winning play, The Lehman Trilogy, will be taking over the stage in a flurry of intoxicating adventure.
The story takes place in 1844 and follows Heyam, a young man from Bavaria, as he stands on a New York dockside dreaming of a new life.
He is soon joined by Mendel and Mayer, and the Lehman brothers’ journey begins—together navigating the Civil War, the Great Depression, and generations of ethical dilemmas.
Tickets are sold in a pay-what-you-can fashion, starting at $17.85.
- Where: Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue
- When: Runs from April 23rd to May 19th
