As they continue to navigate the challenges of scheduling touring productions during this unprecedented time, new dates have been set for Broadway Across Canada‘s Vancouver season which will pick up in 2021.

New Dates for Broadway Across Canada’s Vancouver Season

The 2021 season will now take centre stage at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre beginning next January with the engagement of ANASTASIA, a dazzling show that will transport you from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s.

Next up is season option COME FROM AWAY, a Best Musical winner all across North America. The Summer of 2021 will include performances of HAMILTON, the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Ending the season will be JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, which has been rescheduled to October 2021.

BAC thanks all of their subscribers for their continued patience and understanding as they diligently worked to reschedule the season in order to ensure that they are following the guidance of the health officials to keep all artists, audiences and staff healthy and safe. 

All ticket holders will receive email communication from their point of purchase with follow up information on their tickets, which remain valid for the new engagement dates.

For the latest news, announcements and “backstage” access on all upcoming shows follow Broadway Across Canada on Twitter and Facebook #BACTouring #BACSub #BACSuperfan.

*Come From Away is not included as part of the Broadway Across Canada subscription package.

Summer in the city is here, and Vancouver is coming alive with the reopening of stores and restaurants. You can enjoy a staycation on Robson with some great perks this month, from discounts on bike rentals to enjoy nearby Stanley Park, to free treats and BOGO deals.

Enjoy a Staycation on Robson in July

The Robson Street BIA has partnered with the Blue Horizon Hotel and local Robson Street businesses to offer you a staycation package #onRobson.

Any bookings made after July 3rd for checkin before July 31st will unlock exclusive access to promotions/discounts for dining, shopping, pampering and exploring #onRobson. What’s more, you’ll also enjoy FREE parking at the hotel for your stay, and a $50 gift card to a restaurant or retailer #onRobson (while supplies last).

Staycation Perks

Blue Horizon guests enjoying a staycation on Robson can enjoy perks from the following retailers, restaurants and attractions:

• Couturist: receive $10 off a $50+ purchase.
• Muji: receive a free portable lint roller with a purchase of $30+. While quantities last.
• D’oro Gelato e Caffè: with the purchase of any regular croissant specialties receive a free 8 or 12 oz coffee.
• Earls Restaurant: enjoy 20% off food.
• Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House: Enjoy 20% off food.
• The Candyroom: 10% off all bulk candy.
• Uncle Tetsu: receive a free madeleine with a purchase of a cheesecake.
• Zefferelli’s: Enjoy 2 pasta dishes for the price of 1.
• Civello Salon: Enjoy $20 off your first Civello service, or is it time to try something new? Returning Civello guest? Experience a new service & receive $25 off or spend $50 or more on your Aveda favourites and receive a free Stress-Fix body lotion (50ml).
• Kiehl’s: participate in a complimentary ‘no touch’ consultation and receive a customized pampering kit, featuring 3 free mini sized samples.
• Spokes Bicycle Rentals: 15% off your bike rental.
• Vancouver Art Gallery: Enjoy 15% off a regular single ticket.

*Terms & Conditions: bookings must be made directly via https://bluehorizonhotel.com/ or by phone at (604) 688-1411, must be 19+ to book and have a valid credit card. Cannot be combined with other offers. In order to redeem offers at retailers/restaurants/attractions you must present your hotel key card, promotions are only valid during your stay. Offers are only valid at Robson Street locations. Offer can end at anytime.

Follow Robson Street on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news, offers, and inspiration for an exciting summer in the city.

Science World has launched a fundraising and awareness campaign named “The World Needs More Nerds” calling for its followers to join the nerd revolution and help fundraise to keep the geodesic dome’s doors open. Dr. Bonnie Henry can be seen as a smiling 7-year old in the campaign imagery and Astronaut Chris Hadfield has also agreed to be featured in the campaign to help bring awareness to fundraising efforts.

The World Needs More Nerds Science World Fundraiser

The iconic dome has been closed since March 14th and when it reopens, it will be open to a very different world from before. A clear truth that’s emerged from all of this change is that science is essential and is needed more than ever. The world needs more nerds!

What do they mean by a nerd? A nerd is someone who loves what they love, no matter what. They bring passion, wonder and curiosity to everything they do. Nerds are all-in. That’s the nerd way. Always 100%, because 110% is not scientifically possible.

At Science World, nerds are heroes. BC Public Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry. Astronaut Chris Hadfield. Chief Public Health Officer of Canada Dr. Theresa Tam. Anishinabek Nation Chief Water Commissioner Autumn Peltier. People who roll up their sleeves and do hard work for the good of everyone.

The world needs more people like this. Wonder seekers. Problem solvers. World changers.

Science World is in the business of inspiring nerds. And now, they need help from the community to ensure they are still here to do that tomorrow. They are encouraging everyone to check out its fundraising campaign and consider supporting it. Some examples of ways to support include:

• Make an individual donation
• Be the ultimate-superstar-nerd and fundraise on their easy-to-use platform. Rally friends and donate this year’s birthday to nerds! Nominate the Nerdiest Nerd, and raise money in their name! Unite a group of friends or colleagues to see who can pull off the best Science World experiment! Or just nerd out on a subject you’ve been wanting to learn more about and raise money as you follow your nerdiness wherever it takes you.

Every dollar raised goes toward helping Science World stay open. Nerds find themselves at Science World, and the world needs more nerds. 

About Science World
Science World is a BC-based charitable organization that engages the people of British Columbia in STEAM literacy. Their mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature. Their vision is that within a generation, Canada will be a country of thriving, sustainable communities rooted in science, innovation and a deep connection to nature.

Related: Science World’s Online Resources for at Home Activities

There are two things that the BC Ale Trail is really good at doing: Curating an awesome map/guide for local craft breweries in our province, and compiling quick lists that inspire (and make shopping easier). Their most recent list features several dozen BC Beers for Summer, here are 10 of those selections that feature foraged salal berries, peaches, grapefruit, and more seasonal flavours:

10 BC Beers for Summer

Tropicool Smoothie Sour by Parallel 49 Brewing
(6.7% ABV)
Brewed to celebrate Parallel 49 Brewing’s 8th anniversary, this gorgeous beer was refermented with copious amounts of mango, guava and passionfruit along with lactose to create a soft, creamy, smoothie-like mouthfeel. [Vancouver Ale Trail]

Forager Salal Berry Saison by Mount Arrowsmith Brewing
(5% ABV | 10 IBU)
Brewed in the Wallonian tradition, this classic Belgian-style saison features salal berries that were foraged last fall. It has a rich purple hue and flavours of blueberry and red currant. [Vancouver Island Part II Ale Trail]

Barracuda Summer Ale by Small Block Brewing
(6% ABV | 60 IBU)
This light-bodied golden ale was brewed with fireweed honey from the Cowichan Valley. [Vancouver Island Part I Ale Trail]

Currant Swill by Whistle Buoy Brewing
(5.5% ABV | 10 IBU)
This refreshing, fruit-forward tart ale was brewed with massive amounts of local currants from Silver Rill Berry Farm in Saanich, giving it a vibrant red colour. [Victoria Ale Trail]

Drew Berrymore Pale Ale by Bright Eye Brewing
(5% ABV | 25 IBU)
This beautiful beer was conditioned on fresh blackberry and raspberry puree and then dry hopped with Citra and Strata. [Kamloops, Shuswap and Vernon Ale Trail]

All Inclusive Pineapple & Coconut Sour by Wheelhouse Brewing 
(5.5% ABV)
This sour ale is brewed with pineapple and toasted coconut. It’s like a vacation in a glass! [Northern BC Ale Trail]

Jambrosia Raspberry Wheat Ale by Whitetooth Brewing
(5.2% ABV)
A bright pink-hued beer that tastes as good as it looks thanks to the addition of a large quantity of raspberries. [Kootenay Rockies East Ale Trail]

Pamplemousse Pale Ale by Howe Sound Brewing
(4.8% ABV)
This hazy orange beer has aromas of grapefruit, pineapple, mandarin orange, lime, and mango. $2 from every 6-pack of this grapefruit ale goes to support Squamish trails built by Ride BC. [Squamish Ale Trail]

Greg West Coast IPA from Four Winds Brewing
(6.5% ABV | 50 IBU)
This classic West Coast IPA was brewed as a tribute to Greg Mills, President and Co-Founder of Four Winds Brewing who passed away suddenly in mid-May. Greg was a family man who was endlessly proud of the legacy that he created with his sons. Cheers, Greg! [New West, Delta, Surrey & Richmond Ale Trail]

Peach Hefeweizen from Persephone Brewing
(5% ABV)
This is a traditional German-style wheat ale brewed with the addition of peaches. Partial proceeds from this beer support the Young Agrarians organization. [Sunshine Coast Ale Trail]

And of course… there’s an app for that! Download the Ale Trail app here.

About the BC Ale Trail
In partnership with Destination British Columbia and the BC Craft Brewers Guild, the BC Ale Trail emphasizes how a visit to or around British Columbia is enhanced with a pint of craft beer culture. With an increasing preference for local craft beer in BC and growth of artisanal beer in North America, the Trail embraces the “buy local” movement, helps showcase independent breweries, and connects visitors with the unique culture at the heart of communities all over the province.

Amp up your Friday nights with the Coquitlam Summer Concert Series… at home! Starting July 10th, you can tune into an eclectic mix of live performances from a variety of genres, with some of our favourite local artists.

Coquitlam Summer Concert Series

Where: On the Coquitlam website, Facebook, and YouTube
When: Fridays at 5:00pm from July 10 to August 14, 2020. If you miss the live broadcast, you can catch a repeat on-demand show online until the following Monday morning.

Performer Lineup

• July 10, 2020 Mazacote 
• July 17, 2020 Paul Filek
• July 24, 2020 Bukola Balogun & Etienne Siew 
• July 31, 2020 Aaron Pritchett 
• August 7, 2020 Warren Dean Flandez 
• August 14, 2020 Sarah Wheeler and the Black Salt Sea 

#SupportLocal Restaurants

Enhance your Summer Concert Series at Home experience by ordering a take-out meal or ​treat from one of the City’s restaurant partners.

Featured for the August 7 & 14 concerts are: 

La Ruota Pizzeria, Jugo Juice Coquitlam Centre, Hwang’s Kitchen, and C Market Roastery & Kitchen.  

I’ll have updates here each week and I’ll also be hosting a weekly Watch Party on Facebook. Join me in kicking off each weekend on a high note this summer! Follow Coquitlam on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for all the latest #SummerInTheCQ info.

Miss604 is proud to sponsor the Coquitlam Summer Concert Series