Brit’s Picks Apr. 23 – 30
Assassins
Now – Sun.
The Refinery
Live Five Independent Theatre and sorry/grateful Productions presents Stephen Sondheim’s musical Assassins. The story tells about a group of people through history, like John Wilkes Booth and Lee Harvey Oswald, who attempted to assassinate American presidents. The actual events and characters are shown through meeting to play a sinister carnival game. The musical is a multiple Tony Award winner and you can see it for $27 – $32.
For tickets and all the info click here.
26 Doctors
Thursday
Broadway Theatre
26 Doctors is a one man show by actor Sugith Varughese that tells the story of his life as a South Asian Canadian trying to make it in showbiz. Varughese was born in Saskatoon into a family of doctors and attended the University of Saskatchewan to become one until he got bit by the acting bug. Funnily enough, as his acting career took off, Varughese found himself playing a doctor time and time again in shows like Transplant. It’s a story of family legacy, type casting, and cultural expectations. Tickets are $43.
For all the details click here.
Romi Mayes
Thursday
The Bassment
It’s her first solo tour in decades and guitarist Romi Mayes is stopping in Saskatoon. This is a show that’s a mix of her greatest hits including tunes from her latest release Small Victories. See this multiple award-winning roots and blues musician. Tickets are $28 – $38.
Here’s a link to tickets.
Time For Toddlers
Fri. & Sat.
Nutrien Wonderhub
It’s one of the hottest pre-school tickets in town as the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra presents Time For Toddlers. This is a chance for your little ones to explore the world of music with professional musicians. Delight in watching your child be introduced to the world of classical music and see the instruments up close. Tickets are $12 and there are still a few remaining for Friday’s 11:15am concert.
Follow this link for all the details.
The Great Benjamins Circus
Fri. – Sun.
Sutherland Automotive Speedway
Head under the big top for some high-flying fun with The Great Benjamins Circus. This is a show for the whole family with clowns, acrobats, aerialists and daredevils that will have you on the edge of your seat. The Great Benjamins travel all over North America to keep the circus traditions alive. Tickets are $50 – $55.
Here’s a link for more information.
The Stone Frigate Big Band
Friday
The Bassment
Swing your way into the weekend with a huge ensemble of talented local musicians. The Stone Frigate Big Band specializes in the hits from long ago artists like Glenn Miller and Count Basie. These are tunes that are sure to get you up on the dance floor. Tickets are $28 – $38.
For all the details click here.
Behind Closed Doors
Apr. 30 – May 10
Various Venues
Have you ever leaned in to hear someone else’s whisper or tried to eavesdrop on a disagreement? 25th Street Theatre is taking audience’s Behind Closed Doors for a theatre experience unlike any other. They are breaking away from the traditional stage to present six short plays, written by local playwrights, and performed in unusual site-specific spaces. It’s like a choose-your-own-adventure as you travel to places like a school bus, a local coffee shop, and even a bar bathroom for stories that only happen in private spaces. You can see a single show for $10 – $15 or grab a passport for all six at $60.
Find all the information and tickets here.
