11 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Thursday, August 13

Looking for something to do on Thursday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 11 events happening in or around Vancouver on Thursday, August 13.

CONCERTS

As part of the Enchanted Evenings Concert Series, Jim Byrnes (pictured above) performs at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.

The Rogue Folk Club presents British folk-based group Oysterband at St. James Hall.

The Virgin Radio Beach Ball features performances by Dragonette, Trevor Guthrie, Mini Mansions, and Shawn Hook. Held at the Commodore Ballroom.

FORUMS

Carla Rieger discusses how putting your business information in story form helps you stand out from the crowd. Held at the Arbutus Club.

COMEDY

Standup comedian Chris Gordon performs a solo show at the Comedy MIX.

Comedians Dave Merheje, Simon King, Chris Gordon, Richard Thompson, and Chris Griffin perform at the Rickshaw Theatre.

MUSIC

Bassist and composer Paul Rushka presents an evening of music inspired by and dedicated to the late trumpeter Kenny Wheeler. Held at the Roedde House Museum.

THEATRE

Local Shakespeare festival Bard on the Beach presents King Lear and Love's Labour's Lost at Vanier Park.

The Arts Club Theatre Company presents hit Broadway musical Les Miseraables at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage.

MOVIES

It's your first chance to catch the Vancouver Queer Film Festival, presented by Out on Screen. Held at various Vancouver venues.

The Vancity Theatre screens Suite Francaise, director Saul Dibb's 2014 adaptation of Irene Nemirovsky's unfinished novel.