Let’s see what Thursday has in store for us, Victoria!
Learn something new and attend a special lecture on physics and astronomy, a musical, or catch a comedy show.
If you’re looking for a new relaxation technique, consider going on a sound journey at Ashtanga Yoga!
For all of this and more, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Thursday, February 27th:
Physics and Astronomy Lansdowne Lecture with Dr. Suzie Sheehy
The University of Victoria is hosting Dr. Suzie Sheehy for a special lecture on physics and astronomy.
In this talk, Dr. Sheehy will share her key lessons from over 100 years of curiosity-driven experiments to understand the microscopic.
Far from just talking about revolutions in understanding the cosmos, Sheehy will share lessons learned by bringing physics down to Earth and putting it firmly back where it belongs, in the hands of the people.
It’s free to attend, but be sure to save your spot via Eventbrite.
- Where: Engineering Computer Science Building (ECS) 125, UVic, 3800 Finnerty Road
- When: Thursday, February 27th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sound Journey with Charlie
Looking for a new way to relax?
Charlie is offering a sound journey at Ashtanga Yoga, which encourages deep listening journeys and promotes relaxation and rest.
Tickets are just under $28, and no prior experience with yoga or meditation is required.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring any desired props with you.
- Where: Ashtanga Yoga, 626-A Fisgard Street
- When: Thursday, February 27th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Dustin Searcy & OK, DOPE Present Red Light / Green Light
Join Dustin Searcy and the OK, DOPE crew as they present Red Light / Green Light: A Heckler Friendly Comedy Show.
The show will follow these simple rules: red light means be quiet and listen, and green light means you can speak up!
Featuring Dustin Searcy, Dylan Williams, Alex Forman Max Bank-Jaffe, and Shane Priestley, they promise a fun and rowdy evening!
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, February 27th at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.)
Lust Lounge at Friends of Dorothy
Join iconic local drag king Sylvester Stalletto and pole dancer Aurora Glitz as they guide you through an evening of seduction, tantalizing teases and queer empowerment.
Joining them this month is burlesque queen and producer of Melanin Magic, Hazel Nuez.
There are still some early bird tickets for $12 and general admission tickets are just over $17.
Make sure to come dressed to impress for the chance to win a prize for best dressed!
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Thursday, February 27th from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
‘The Prom’ at McPherson Playhouse
St. Michaels University School is proud to present a cast, crew, and orchestra of grade 9-12 students in the hit Broadway musical, The Prom.
The story opens on four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue.
The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny.
Ticket prices vary, but they start at $30.
- Where: McPherson Playhouse, 3 Centennial Square
- When: Thursday, February 27th at 7:30 p.m.
