Brit’s Picks May 19 – 26

 

Future Islands

Friday

Coors Event Centre

It’s been a long wait for Future Islands to come back to Saskatoon. The original tour in support of As Long As You Are was supposed to happen in 2020 but was delayed because of the pandemic. The American synth-pop band has made appearances on late night tv and is a favourite on the festival circuit. Tickets are $40.

For more information and tickets, here’s the link.

 

Wide Open Children’s Theatre presents a brand new puppet experience with Tuo on the Moon. (Facebook)

Tuo On The Moon

Sat. – Mon.

The Refinery & Online

A brand new puppet experience is waiting for you and the family this weekend. Tuo On The Moon is the story about a robot who lives alone on the moon and is looking for adventure. This is a table top puppet show about discovering new things and finding a whole new world through creativity and bravery. The performance is about 45 minutes long and all ages are welcome. Tickets to the live performance are $12 – $17 and you can get access to the live stream for $10.

For all the details, follow follow this link.

 

wâhkôhtowin            

Now – June 3             

Saskatoon Parks        

It’s a big anniversary for Sum Theatre and its annual production of Theatre in the Park. This year, the 10th season, is earlier to avoid the extreme heat, wild winds and thunderstorms we’ve experienced these past few July’s. The company has a brand-new production created to entertain families. wâhkôhtowin is an original tale filled with music, puppetry and movement that teaches us all the importance of rebuilding connections with each other and our environment. You can catch the tour here in Saskatoon until June 3. The production then heads to neighbourhood parks in Regina & area as well as new dates in Saskatchewan’s north. The show is free to all.

SHOWS THIS LONG WEEKEND: Ashworth Holmes Park (Thurs.), Les Kerr Park (Fri.), H.S. Sears Park (Sun.), Dr. Seager Wheeler Park (Mon.)

More information and a complete list of locations, dates and times are here.

 

Dallas Smith              

May 26           

SaskTel Centre                               

Canadian country music superstar Dallas Smith is making a stop at SaskTel Centre with his “Some Things Never Change” tour. The Juno winner claims the title of Canadian country artist with the most No. 1 singles on Canadian Country Radio and you’re about to see why. With hits like Somebody Somewhere, Wastin’ Gas, and Cheap Seats are all sure to be a part of the party. Smith is bringing some great Saskatchewan talent along for the ride. Keep an eye out for the James Barker Band, Meghan Patrick, JoJo Mason, Shawn Austin, Kelly Prescott and Manny Blue. Tickets to the show run $25 – $100.

For all the ticket details, click here.