Bard In The Valley
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  • Our Sponsors
  • Youth Camps
  • Evening Buyouts & Groups

About US

Bard in the Valley is a charitable theatre company based in the Fraser Valley, dedicated to bringing Shakespeare to life through two annual productions. In addition to showcasing the works of the Bard, we support and promote local performing artists by providing them with opportunities to perform on our stage. 


Committed to fostering the next generation of theatre enthusiasts, we also host a no-barrier youth theatre camp each year, ensuring that young performers of all backgrounds have access to the arts.

Township 7 Winery
Township of Langley
Bard in the Valley Set up

Vision, Mission, Charity

Vision, Mission, Charity

Vision, Mission, Charity

Vision

We believe in Shakespeare for all. 

To us that means the Fraser Valley Community has access to affordable quality theatre.


Mission

We are dedicated to offering quality productions that are affordable and accessible to a wide audience, and promoting an enthusiasm for the works of Shakespeare in the Fraser Valley


Registered Charity

Bard in

Vision

We believe in Shakespeare for all. 

To us that means the Fraser Valley Community has access to affordable quality theatre.


Mission

We are dedicated to offering quality productions that are affordable and accessible to a wide audience, and promoting an enthusiasm for the works of Shakespeare in the Fraser Valley


Registered Charity

Bard in the Valley (BIV) is a registered Charity with purpose of
To advance the public’s appreciation of the arts by providing high-quality artistic performances of works by William Shakespeare and other contemporary playwrights through an annual festival held in Langley City, British Columbia 

- To advance education by providing publicly available scholarships to youth to attend youth theatre workshops 

Theatre Camp

Youth Theater Camps

Vision, Mission, Charity

Vision, Mission, Charity

Support Youth Theatre at Bard in the Valley

Each year, Bard in the Valley offers youth theatre camps and provides scholarships to families facing financial barriers.

Our camps create a safe, supportive space where young people can develop confidence, a sense of belonging, and valuable theatre skills. Many of our students go on to participat

Support Youth Theatre at Bard in the Valley

Each year, Bard in the Valley offers youth theatre camps and provides scholarships to families facing financial barriers.

Our camps create a safe, supportive space where young people can develop confidence, a sense of belonging, and valuable theatre skills. Many of our students go on to participate in high school and community productions, and it is always our dream to see them return to the Bard in the Valley main stage.

Please consider supporting our youth theatre camps through a donation. Your generosity helps us continue to provide these transformative opportunities.


Volunteers

Diversity & Inclusion

Vision, Mission, Charity

Diversity & Inclusion

Bard in the Valley’s staunch belief in “Shakespeare for all” includes ensuring that our company is a welcome place for people of all ethnicities, religions, creeds, abilities, sexual orientations and gender expressions to participate in our productions. We seek to ensure that a diverse range of voices may be heard, valued and celebrated o

Bard in the Valley’s staunch belief in “Shakespeare for all” includes ensuring that our company is a welcome place for people of all ethnicities, religions, creeds, abilities, sexual orientations and gender expressions to participate in our productions. We seek to ensure that a diverse range of voices may be heard, valued and celebrated on and off of our stages through our casting and crew choices, as well as community input and support. We are committed to providing opportunities for a diverse community to contribute to bringing quality theatre to the Fraser Valley, and recognize that this is a goal that is still in progress for us. We commit to working towards this goal and to model this commitment to the Fraser Valley art community.   As a company, BIV pledges to provide an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, audience members, and volunteers. BIV does not tolerate discrimination of any kind towards anyone involved with or attending our productions.

Douglas Park 
City of Langley
The Complete works of William Shakespeare

Douglas Park

Driven by Volunteers

Diversity & Inclusion

Douglas Park Performances: Admission-Free and By Donation

Since its inception in 2009, Bard in the Valley has brought Shakespeare to life every summer, delighting over 25,000 audience members with its performances.

Thanks to the support generated from ticket sales at our other venues, we’re able to offer free performances at Douglas Park. T

Douglas Park Performances: Admission-Free and By Donation

Since its inception in 2009, Bard in the Valley has brought Shakespeare to life every summer, delighting over 25,000 audience members with its performances.

Thanks to the support generated from ticket sales at our other venues, we’re able to offer free performances at Douglas Park. To help us continue this tradition, we invite you to join us at our ticketed shows at Township 7 Winery and Fort Langley Hall. Your attendance helps sustain our mission of making theatre accessible to all.

Volunteers

Driven by Volunteers

Driven by Volunteers

Driven by Volunteers

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A Community Built on Passion

Every season, over 50 dedicated volunteers contribute their time, energy, and expertise to bring our productions to life. From actors, crew, and technicians to the producer, costume and set designers, set builders, choreographer, musical director, front-of-house coordinator, program and w

Click Here to Volunteer

A Community Built on Passion

Every season, over 50 dedicated volunteers contribute their time, energy, and expertise to bring our productions to life. From actors, crew, and technicians to the producer, costume and set designers, set builders, choreographer, musical director, front-of-house coordinator, program and website designers, as well as our president and board members—all play an invaluable role. Bard in the Valley thrives because of their collective passion and commitment.


Allan Thain
Creator, Visionary of Bard in the Valley

Allan Thain

Driven by Volunteers

Driven by Volunteers

Honoring Our Founder, Allan Thain

Bard in the Valley was founded in 2010 by Allan Thain, a visionary leader and dedicated Rotarian. Allan directed and co-produced our first two productions, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and As You Like It, setting the stage for the vibrant legacy we carry forward today.

Allan’s sudden passing in December 2013 w

Honoring Our Founder, Allan Thain

Bard in the Valley was founded in 2010 by Allan Thain, a visionary leader and dedicated Rotarian. Allan directed and co-produced our first two productions, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and As You Like It, setting the stage for the vibrant legacy we carry forward today.

Allan’s sudden passing in December 2013 was a profound loss. We deeply miss his wisdom, enthusiasm, sharp wit, and sense of humor. His vision continues to inspire us, and his legacy lives on through every performance we bring to life.

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Bard in the Valley

20550 Douglas Crescent, Langley, British Columbia V3A 4B4, Canada

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BIV performs, rehearses, & gathers on the unceded lands of the Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Semiahmoo & Sumas First nations