Top Things to do in Vancouver Island
The 10 Best Concerts & Shows in Vancouver Island, Canada
Discover the best top things to do in Vancouver Island, Canada including Metro Studio Theatre, Lust Life Jazz Band, Rockstar Nights, Victoria Symphony Orchestra, Royal Theatre, McPherson Theatre, Chemainus Theatre, Hermann's Jazz Club, River City Players, Mary Winspear Centre.
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1. Metro Studio Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Local Theatre with entertainers showing their craft.
Reviewed By CaptDrLarry - Calgary, Canada
We heard about this from our daughter, a Theatre Major at University of Victoria and we bought tickets. They were inexpensive (only $20 per ticket) and we got there about 20 minutes early. The place was nearly sold out but the theatre is well designed and there was not a bad seat in the house. The production was outstanding. A celebration of Fado music, in the face of Portuguese history and their diaspora escaping poverty and dictatorships, it featured great writing, superb acting, lovely music (I am now a fan), and a simple set design, costumes, lighting that perfectly set the mood for the various scenes without spending a ton of money or special effects. Run, don't walk, to see this production. If you miss it in Victoria, they are having a longer run in Vancouver. loved it!
2. Lust Life Jazz Band
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Catch Lust Life Jazz Band at the Bengal Lounge for a great evening of cool jazz,and funky stuff every Saturday night. Featured musicians in The 2015 Victoria International Jazz Festival. Lust Life is a staple of the Victoria music scene. Defying classical description their repertoire stems from the jazz song form, the great American songbook and takes inspiration from jump jazz, blues,funk and swing.
3. Rockstar Nights
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Rockstar Bingo is the brainchild of Victoria’s favourite classics to modern rock cover band, SuperSauce. A fun-loving band of seasoned professionals who love what they do while also living a little on the edge … every show is an adventure, sometimes even a surprise. But what’s really got the locals talking is the latest wave to hit Victoria’s music scene. Introducing Rockstar Nights – an interactive weekly music game show that comes to you live from the intimate depths of the Distrikt Nightclub in the Strathcona Hotel. Every Thursday night at 8pm, SuperSauce gears up to play a weekly game of Rockstar Bingo. Bring your friends and your phone and get ready to sing along and play #livebandbingo. Covid-19 Status Note: during COVID-19, we are entertaining folks in the safety of their homes by streaming live on Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube.
Reviewed By CuroAZ
What a fun Thursday night! Rockstar Bingo is weekly music bingo show with a live band playing all the songs. Friends and I have been joining in every week to check out the the song selection and use our phones to access the app that generates a bingo card. Very cool to play this online (during Covid) as well as in-person (pre-Covid lockdown/post-Covid lockdown) at the venue! Lots of familiar tunes from the 80's and 90's which is perfect for our circle of friends! The band, SuperSauce is very talented and has a great time on stage, keeping it fun for the audience!
4. Victoria Symphony Orchestra
5. Royal Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 258 reviews
The 1,434-seat Royal Theatre, opened in 1913 as the Victoria Opera House, is a heritage jewel. It is the home of the Victoria Symphony, Pacific Opera Victoria, as well as a diverse selection of locally produced entertainment. The Royal is also known as Victoria's "home of the stars", offering a showcase for performances from some of the world's greatest entertainers in theatre and dance to classical music and rock 'n' roll.
Reviewed By travelling55
Saw a few shows here, staff is great, seats comfy, good visibility and great sound. Usually free parking on street close by. Lovely decor
6. McPherson Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Since 1914, the 772-seat McPherson Playhouse has been at the heart of Victoria's community arts scene. Built as part of the Pantages Theatre chain, this historic theatre is host to local companies including Kaleidoscope Theatre, Victoria Operatic Society, and Blue Bridge Repertory Summer Theatre in addition to presenting many professional theatre and concert performances year round. The McPherson lobby is home to The Gallery at the MAC, a showcase for local and regional visual art.
7. Chemainus Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 516 reviews
Vancouver Island's Theatre Destination. We are a vibrant, established and fully professional theatre nestled in the seaside community of Chemainus, BC. We feature some of the finest performers and performances in Canada, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island. Enjoy theatre to the fullest, with our terrific complements: The Playbill Dining Room, with live music and show-themed buffet; and The Gallery Gift Shop, featuring the art of BC artisans.
Reviewed By Pottery678
Being regular theatre goers for many years, when we saw an opportunity to support the Theatre we registered immediately for a dinner/show and we’re very pleased that we did. The food ,service and Michael Clarke presenting the Sam Cooke story were all excellent The only suggestion we would have is heated dinner plates for the main course which would keep the food warmer, which was excellent for flavour and quality but could be served a tic warmer Cheers J. Ric & Geri Turpin
8. Hermann's Jazz Club
9. River City Players
10. Mary Winspear Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By elainebU1629YJ - Langley, Canada
Staff at Mary Winspear are knowledgeable and friendly. The venue is accessible and the choice of offerings wide and suited to all tastes, from theatre to music to art, and including authors and celebrities.
