A welcome taste of spring: Five things to do this weekend in Regina (May 2-4)
It's a rite of spring in Regina.
Prairie Mobile Taste of Spring continues its tradition on Friday and Saturday night with a feast of the senses at the Conexus Arts Centre, adding some extra flavour to a weekend of warm weather and festivities in the Queen City.
Taste of Spring is a once-per-year opportunity to 'sip, savour and sample' adult beverages from around the world, along with food samples from Regina eateries.
The event offers 'a vibrant showcase of the newest and most exciting spirits, ready to drink cocktails and beer of the year. From bold craft creations to refined classics, there's something to tantalize every palate,' says the venue's website. 'For years, Taste of Spring has been the go-to event for spirit enthusiasts and foodies alike. With unparalleled variety, engaging vendors, and a festive atmosphere, Conexus Arts Centre is the premiere venue for anyone who loves to indulge in great food and drink.'
Learn more at conexusartscentre.ca.
The Great Benjamin Circus is presenting seven shows over three days 'under the big top' in the Brandt Centre parking lot.
The cross-Canada tour includes Regina shows on Friday (4:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.), Saturday (1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.) and Sunday (1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.).
The Florida-based circus runs across North America and is hosted by John Davenport, a third-generation circus performer, along with his brother Jairo. It features 'circus superstars from all around the world' — including clowns, acrobats, aerialists, and daredevils — who 'entertain and thrill children and adults alike.'
According to an online preview, the show is a 'traditional circus that offers amazing acts of international quality while being true to the traditional circus roots.'
For more information, go to benjaminscircus.com.
The Regina Symphony Orchestra is striking a different chord with its next performance on Saturday night at the Conexus Arts Centre.
'The musicians of the orchestra are in the spotlight with golden hits from the silver screen – music written for the movies and music from the classical world that has become a part of movie magic,' says an online preview.
Learn more at reginasymphony.com.
This male stripper parody and improv comedy show brings some serious belly laughs to the Regina Performing Arts Centre on Friday night amid a Western Canadian tour.
The adults-only performance is for all genders.
'Warning! No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity,' says an online preview. 'A fictitious male stripper troupe (played by a cast of some of Canada's best improvisational comedians) perform sexylarious improv comedy shows. They try to be sexy … it just comes out funny. Constantly grooving and gyrating in between scenes, they banter with the crowd and perform their hilarious twist on improv sketches. They sing, they 'dance' and they are ready to make you laugh.'
The Comic Strippers are a former winner of best live production at the Canadian Comedy awards.
More info at thecomicstrippers.com.
The Regina Farmers' Market opens its 50th season on Saturday with the first outdoor event of the year (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) at Confederation Park in Real District.
The outdoor market, which also returns to Victoria Park next Wednesday, features a wide variety of local vendors and products.
Learn more at reginafarmersmarket.ca.
Honourable mentions: Regina Lyric Musical Theatre is presenting Sister Act on Thursday and Friday night before wrapping up Saturday afternoon (1:30 p.m.) at Darke Hall. The show is based on the 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg, who plays a lounge singer forced to hide in a convent after being placed in witness protection … The Volksliederchor Harmonie is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a special performance on Sunday (2:30 p.m.) at the Regina German Club. Tickets available at the door.
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