Brit’s Picks March 10 – 17

 

Typecastress              

Friday           

Roxy Theatre 

Saskatoon has a long, storied history of talented people and now it’s time to add Bobbi-Lee Jones to that list. She’s created a brand new piece of musical theatre that examines the joy, excitement and challenges of aspiring women breaking into the world of theatre. Typecastress is a performance that examines the gender imbalance and inequities in the theatre world. We join Nora as she is called in for her big audition and she remembers all it took to get her there. The celebration of this work is happening in two parts, just in time for International Women’s Day. The first will be a screening of a film version of the musical (March 11) shot this summer. The second part will be a live stage performance of the musical on the BackStage Stage at the Remai Arts Centre (April 5 – 9). Tickets for the film premiere are $15.

For more information on the film screening and the live show click here.

 

Nashville Night

Friday

Agar’s Corner

Just outside city limits, an evening of country music talent waiting for you. Originally from Rockglen, Tyler Lewis first got our attention as a contestant on Canadian Idol. He has gone on to play stages all over the place including Country Thunder with his band Buckshot. Lewis will be joined on stage by Calgary artist Alex Hughes. Hughes has also been hard at work releasing new music and performing on the Blue Jay Sessions circuit. Friday night the pair will take to the stage for an evening filled with Nashville-inspired food and drink. Tickets are $25 each or $120 for a table of 6.

Here’s the link for all the details.

 

*video courtesy CTV Saskatoon

Saskatoon Soaps Improv

Friday

Broadway Theatre

The soaps are back at it again with a look into your future. Live improvised horoscopes are forecasted to you in Mercury in Gatorade – Horrorscope. This is an evening of fly by the seat of your pants comedy and remember: the answer is always “Yes” when it comes to improv.  Tickets are $13 – $15.

For all the details, click here.

 

 

Legendary Rhythm & Blues Review

Fri. & Sat.

Somewhere Else Pub & Grill

Classic rock, R&B, and current pop hits, Saskatoon’s Legendary Rhythm & Blues Review has a set list jam packed for you this weekend. The high-energy, 7-piece band has a ton of talent and it’s a show that’s sure to get you out on the dance floor. There’s a $10 cover and it’s going to be a great time.

For all the details, follow this link.

 

 

Brahms’ Requiem      

Saturday    

TCU Place / ConcertStream.tv

It’s a performance that pays tribute to the frontline workers, healthcare professionals, artists and musicians that have helped get us through the past two pandemic years. The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra will take the TCU Place stage for Brahms Requiem. It’s about finding hope and a new beginning after troubled times featuring performances by soloists Brenden Friesen (bass), Emma Johnson (soprano), the Greystone Singers and the Aurora Voce choir. This concert will take us back to the powerful sound and joy the of the orchestra. You know, that feeling deep inside your chest when music really hits you. Tickets are $36 – $80 and it will also be available digitally on the SSO’s ConcertStream.tv site.

For all the information follow this link.

 

COMING UP…

The Slocan Ramblers

March 15

The Bassment

The old school Bluegrass sound is one that Juno-nominated The Slocan Ramblers has mastered. The group is known for its fearlessly creative blend of instrumentals and harmonies. You can check out the Slocan Ramblers live on stage at The Bassment. Tickets are $30 – $40.

Click this link to get in on the music.