Pacific Opera Victoria's founding artistic director celebrated

When founding artistic director Timothy Vernon leaves his post at Pacific Opera Victoria next month, he will do so with a résumé unlike many others in the city. When: Monday, May 15, 7:30 p.m.Tickets: $25-$150 from the Royal McPherson box office (250-386-6121) or rmts.bc.caWhen founding artistic director Timothy Vernon leaves his post at Pacific Opera Victoria next month, he will do so with a résumé unlike many others in the city. Vernon will add to his accomplishments in the coming years as he plans to continue collaborating, conducting, and creating. He leaves POV in great standing, especially in Canada, where it is known for brave artistic endeavours. “I used to go to all these conferences, and eventually someone would sidle up and say, ‘OK, how do you get away with all this in Victoria?’ ” Vernon said in August.