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Message From The BoardOn behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to express how fortunate we are to be able to experience a broad collection of vibrant and energetic performances right here in Burlington. From artistic and educational programming, to community outreach initiatives, The Burlington Performing Arts Centre continues to showcase the best in performing arts. We are confident the 2016/2017 Season will inspire you, your family and friends.

None of this would be possible without the contributions from our donors, sponsors, patrons, City and community partners, staff and volunteers. On behalf of the Board of Directors, a heartfelt thank you to each of you for your efforts and support.

We hope to see you at the theatre - soon!

Ilene ElkaimBoard Chair

Message FromThe Executive Director

Welcome to The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 2016/2017 Season! In this sixth season, we are introducing all-in pricing and have tagged each show with their respective genre so you can discover more about each performer at a glance. You will find more of your favourite genres and a few new ones, including voices and introducing genNEXT – programming geared towards 20-35 year olds. I am also proud to have so many award winning artists in our program this year.

I feel strongly that The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is a cultural hub for Burlington and the surrounding communities. We strive to nurture and support our local presenters and producers, to act as an energetic catalyst for a vigorous arts sector, to animate the community, and engage with you in meaningful arts experiences. A special thank you to Costin Manu, Programming and Community Engagement Manager who has facilitated a program that is at the highest professional standard, is accessible yet challenging, that creates a dialogue, and is for people of all ages.

I invite you to be inspired – whether it’s a breathtaking dance performance, a comedian who makes you laugh until you cry, a singer who gives you chills, or a musician that charms your heart, mind and soul – these are the moments we need to invite into our lives. This is the power of the performing arts.

This theatre is more than a building. It’s a meeting place, a place of culture and vibrancy. Please join us as we build a creative community, and be inspired!

Suzanne HainesExecutive Director

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2016|17 Performance ListingMT: Main Theatre CST : Community Studio Theatre

OCTOBER5th Anniversary Concert featuring Royal Wood ................................... MT p.11 Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 8pm

Luke McMaster ............................................ CST p.12 Friday, October 7, 2016 at 7:30pm

Micah Barnes ............................................... CST p.12 Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 7:30pm

Crystal Shawanda ........................................ MT p.13 with special guest JW-Jones Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8pm

Carol Welsman ............................................. MT p.14 Swing Ladies, Swing, A Tribute to Singers of the Swing Era Friday, October 14, 2016 at 8pm

Double-Double Duo ..................................... CST p.14 Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 11:45am

Piaf! The Show .............................................. MT p.15 Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 8pm

James Ehnes @40 ........................................ MT p.16 Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 8pm

Jane Bunnett and Maqueque ..................... CST p.16 Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 7:30pm

The Nylons Farewell Tour ............................ MT p.17 Friday, October 21, 2016 at 8pm

The Lightning Thief....................................... MT p.18 Sunday, October 23, 2016 at 2pm

Broadway Today ............................................ MT p.18 Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 8pm

Iceland .......................................................... CST p.19 Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 7:30pmFriday, October 28, 2016 at 7:30pmSaturday, October 29, 2016 at 2pm and 7:30pm Gerry Dee ...................................................... MT p.19 Friday, October 28, 2016 at 8pm

Forever Tango ............................................... MT p.20 Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 8pm

DECEMBERChristmas with Matt Dusk and Friends!......MT p.30 Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 8pm

The Nutcracker State Ballet Theatre of Russia ........................ MT p.31 Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at 7:30pmThursday, December 8, 2016 at 2pm and 7:30pm

Maceo Parker ................................................ MT p.32 Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 8pm

The Next Generation Leahy ......................... MT p.33 Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 3pm

‘Twas The Night Before Christmas A Family Holiday Concert ................................. MT p.33 Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 7:30pm

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol .......... MT p.34 Thursday, December 22, 2016 at 7:30pmFriday, December 23, 2016 at 2pm and 7:30pm

JANUARYForm Contemporary Dance TheatreVARIATIONS OF SILENCE ..............................CST p.35Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 2pm and 7:30pmLee Ann Womack ......................................... MT p.35 Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 8pmBrotherhood: The Hip Hopera .................... CST p.36 Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 7:30pmFriday, January 20, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, January 21, 2017 at 2pm and 7:30pm

Aga-BOOM..................................................... MT p.36 Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 2pm Fernando Varela ........................................... MT p.37 Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 8pmLos Lobos ...................................................... MT p.37 Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 8pm

FEBRUARYSome Enchanted Evening ............................ MT p.38 Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 8pmRant Maggie Rant ........................................ CST p.38 Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 7:30pmStewart Goodyear ......................................... MT p.39 Friday, February 3, 2017 at 8pmThe Western Swing Authority with special guest Wendell Ferguson .......... MT p.40 Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 8pmThe Judgement of Paris .............................. CST p.41 Sunday, February 5, 2017 at 11:45amReceiver of Wreck ....................................... CST p.41 Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 7:30pmFriday, February 10, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, February 11, 2017 at 2pm and 7:30pmRobert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? ........................................... MT p.42 Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 8pm

ONCE .............................................................. MT p.43 Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 2pm and 8pmAfrican Guitar Summit ................................ CST p.44 Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 7:30pmSarah MacDougall ....................................... CST p.44 Friday, February 17, 2017 at 7:30pmDiana Panton ................................................ CST p.45 Saturday, February 18, 2017 at 7:30pmThe Balloon Tree .......................................... CST p.45 Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 11amWhitehorse .................................................... MT p.46 Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 8pmInfinity ........................................................... CST p.46 Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 7:30pmFriday, February 24, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, February 25, 2017 at 2pm and 7:30pm

MARCHBalé Folclórico Da Bahia .............................. MT p.47 Bahia of All Colours Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 8pmEliana Cuevas ...................................................CST p.47 Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 7:30pmLarry Carlton ................................................. MT p.48 Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 8pmRémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble Swingin’ with Oscar ........................................... CST p.48 Friday, March 10, 2017 at 7:30pmVienna Boys Choir ........................................ MT p.49 Friday, March 10, 2017 at 8pm

Menopause the Musical ..................................MT p.49 Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 8pm Rhythm of the Dance .................................... MT p.50 Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 4pmStephen Fearing ...............................................CST p.51 Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 7:30pmKaha:wi Dance Theatre The Honouring ...................................................... MT p.52 Monday, March 27, 2017 at 8pmAndré-Philippe Gagnon ............................... MT p.53 Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at 8pm

APRILHome Free .................................................... MT p.53 Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 8pmJust For Laughs Road Show ....................... MT p.54 Friday, April 7, 2017 at 8pmLittle Yarn Stories ........................................ CST p.54 Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 11am

Shaolin Warriors .......................................... MT p.55 Monday, April 10, 2017 at 7:30pmMorgan James .............................................. MT p.56 Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 8pmJohannes Linstead ....................................... MT p.56 Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at 8pm

MAYConfessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl ............................................ CST p.57 Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 7:30pmFriday, May 5, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, May 6, 2017 at 2pm and 7:30pm

Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal Minus One ..................................................... MT p.58 Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 8pmApril Wine...................................................... MT p.59 Friday, May 5, 2017 at 8pm

NOVEMBERThe 5 Browns ................................................ MT p.21 Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at 8pm

Quartetto Gelato ............................................ MT p.21 Friday, November 4, 2016 at 8pm

Out Innerspace Dance Theatre Major Motion Picture ................................... CST p.22 Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 7:30pm

Tokyo Police Club ..............................................MT p.22 Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 8pm

I.aM.mE Dance Crew .................................... MT p.23 Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 3pm

The Once ....................................................... CST p.24 Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 7:30pm

Collabro ......................................................... MT p.24 Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 8pm

Julie Crochetiere ......................................... CST p.25 Friday, November 11, 2016 at 7:30pm

Ensemble Vivant .......................................... CST p.25 Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 11:45am

Lemon Bucket Orkestra ............................... MT p.26 Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 8pm

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band ...... MT p.27 with special guest The Cooper Brothers Friday, November 18, 2016 at 8pm

Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China Shanghai Nights .............. MT p.28 Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 7:30pm

Quinn Sullivan ............................................... MT p.28 Thursday, November 24, 2016 at 8pm

Angèle Dubeau & La Pietà .......................... MT p.29 Friday, November 25, 2016 at 8pm

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, and Other Treasured Stories ....................... MT p.30 Sunday, November 27, 2016 at 2pm

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generous support of our corporate sponsors.

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We’re Mixing It UpThis Season…

Introducing All-In Pricing!We’re listening – you asked for all-in pricing and here it is. All prices listed include Capital Investment Fund (CIF) contributions, and all fees and taxes. What you see is what you pay!

A $69 Ticket Last Season A $69 Ticket This Season with All-In Pricing$69 Ticket in Brochure $80 Ticket in BrochurePlus Fees and HST ($11.80) Includes Fees and HSTYou Pay: $80.80 You Pay: $80

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To Order Tickets:Call the Box Offi ce 905.681.6000

Order your tickets online www.burlingtonpac.caThe Box Offi ce is located at 440 Locust Street and is open Monday to Saturday from 12pm – 4pm.

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About The Centre

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre strives to capture the hearts and minds of the community through the power of the performing arts. This is accomplished by entertaining, engaging, and inspiring all of Burlington, maintaining active engagement with the whole community, and taking a leadership role in community cultural development.

The Centre has an annual attendance exceeding 100,000 people. Since opening the doors, the Education Programs have brought over 26,000 students into the theatre. The Centre programs a professional presenting season, in addition to hosting community and commercial rental events.

How ToGet Here

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is located at 440 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario L7S 1T7

Directions from the QEW:

1. Take the Brant Street Exit2. Go south on Brant Street3. Turn right on Elgin Street4. Turn left on Locust Street

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Parking available at the adjacent municipal parking garage. Parking in the garage is free after 6pm

Monday through Friday and all day on Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and for all of December.

Community Engagement Professional Presenting OutreachThe Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s Outreach programming is tied to artists and companies from our Presenting Season.

Dance OutreachThe Centre’s Dance Outreach programming brings people of all ages together to connect through movement and dance events.

Theatre Outreach The Centre’s Theatre Outreach programming is tied to productions in our Presenting Season:

• Iceland by Nicolas Billon, produced by Why Not Theatre• Infinity by Hannah Moscovitch, produced by Volcano Theatre• Receiver of Wreck by Matthew Heiti, produced by Tottering Biped Theatre

Lobby ShowcasesThroughout the Presenting Season we will be featuring local talent in the lobby as pre-show entertainment for a selection of our performances.

Culture DaysJoin us for Culture Days September 30 – October 2, 2016 for free events!

Stay tuned for our schedule of events.

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Summer SeriesLIVE ENTERTAINMENT ON AN OUTDOOR STAGE

FREE EVENTS IN AUGUSTTuesday Night LiveAugust 2, 9, 16, 23 | 6:30pm-8:30pm on the PlazaA free evening of entertainment on Tuesdays! From live music to comedy, and from dance to circus …

anything can happen. The bar will be open and a variety of snacks available.

Friday Jazz On The Plaza August 5, 12, 19, 26 | 6:30pm-8:30pm on the PlazaJoin us every Friday evening for a free musical performance – a different artist each week!

The bar will be open and a variety of snacks available.

Sunday Family FunAugust 7, 14, 21 | 2pm-5pm on the PlazaAfternoons of free family fun, from music, to dance, to games, to sing-a-longs and more, there will be

something for everyone! A variety of snacks and drinks will be available to keep youngsters and their

parents energized throughout the afternoon.

In the event of rain, these events will move from the plaza into the building.

Check our website for performer announcements: www.burlingtonpac.ca

Co-Presented By

5th Anniversary Concert featuring Royal WoodSaturday, October 1, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $45 | Series $40

Join us as we celebrate the 5th Anniversary of our building! The Burlington Performing Arts Centre

kicked off its very fi rst season on October 1, 2011. The evening featured an exclusive performance by

singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Royal Wood, who returns to our main stage 5 years

later to help us celebrate this milestone!

Royal Wood has established himself as a true musical talent. Since being proclaimed Songwriter of the Year by

iTunes, Wood has continued to evolve and hone his musical craft – maintaining an unmistakable identity while uncovering

and reinventing his sound. Wood has two albums that have debuted in the Top 30, multiple Juno

nominations and a #1 added songat Hot AC radio.

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Luke McMaster Friday, October 7, 2016 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Luke’s shows are built around his unique take on the Blue Eyed Soul and early Motown musical landscape. Heavily infl uenced by such icons as Al Green, Hall & Oates and Marvin Gaye, Luke’s performance delivers an alluring mix of raw energy and passion. Formerly one half of Canadian duo McMaster & James, Luke has opened for Randy Bachman, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera and has collaborated with superstars such as Rihanna. His exciting live performance strongly refl ects the power and emotion of his early Motown infl uences, and is further shaped by a confi dence and “total package” audience appeal. Luke will be joined on stage by his band.

Micah Barnes Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Having cut his teeth in the cabarets and jazz clubs of Toronto while still a teenager, Micah became a well-loved singer-songwriter on the Queen Street scene before joining The Nylons and touring the world. His single New York Story shot to the top of the jazz charts in both Canada and the US and resulted in Micah being named the Toronto Indie Awards best Jazz Act of 2014. Returning to the jazz oriented songwriting of his earlier years has resulted in a series of critically acclaimed solo recordings including his most recent, Domesticated.

POP SOULSINGER-SONGWRITER

POP SINGER-SONGWRITER JAZZ

Crystal Shawandawith special guest JW-JonesWednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Crystal Shawanda, born on the Wikwemikong Native Reservation on Canada’s Manitoulin Island, grew up immersed in the music of her heritage and dreams. Crystal has recorded three independent albums and has a full-time gig at the famous Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on the Broadway strip in Nashville. Havingplayed the 2013 US presidential inauguration, and winning a 2013 Juno Award,she will make you feel every word with a powerful voice that never fails, pure and gritty at the same time. Crystal’s most recent album, The Whole World’sGot the Blues, plumbs the depths of roots, blues, and Americana music to tell stories and weave spells with entrancing honesty.

Canadian singer/guitarist JW-Jones is known for his high-energy, crowd-pleasing performances. His latest recording, Belmont Boulevard, hit #9 on Billboard salescharts in the United States, and was nominated for Juno and Maple Blues Awardsin Canada.

Canadian singer/guitarist JW-Jones is known for his high-energy, crowd-pleasing , hit #9 on Billboard sales

charts in the United States, and was nominated for Juno and Maple Blues Awards

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BLUES

“Lyrically biting and musically exciting”Billboard

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Carol WelsmanSwing Ladies, Swing,A Tribute to Singersof the Swing EraFriday, October 14, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

An exciting show featuring vocalist and jazz pianist Carol Welsman with the 32-piece Burlington New Millennium Pops Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Charles Cozens. Carol Welsman highlights several singers covering many great popular hits of the swing era. She recounts anecdotes about songs and her favourite singers, and how they inspired her. The music is elegant and rich. Her accolades include six Juno nominations, Vocalist of the Year at the 1996 National Jazz Awards, Distinguished Alumni Award from the Berklee College of Music, Keyboard/Pianist of the Year in 2006 and Album of the Year in 2008 at the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards.

Double-Double DuoSunday, October 16, 2016Brunch at 11:45am, Show at 12:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $75 | Series $70

NO BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $50 | Series $45In a classy, dynamic, fun, and technologically advanced show, Double-Double Duo uniquely fuses classical showpieces with rock, pop, jazz and world music. Performers Kornel Wolak (clarinet) and Michael Bridge (digital accordion) are both internationally-renowned soloists. Canadian Digital Accordion Champion, Michael Bridge has performed on three continents, soloed with the Boston Pops, and won the prestigious Calgary Stampede Talent Search, out of 300 young artists. Highly acclaimed for his musical imagination and astonishing versatility, Kornel Wolak’s solo music has been praised by numerous critics including John Terauds of the Toronto Star – “control, and a smooth, elegant expressivity… are what make Wolak shine.”

Join us for a brunch before the performance and be sure to stay for a post-show conversation with the artists and a guest host.

CLASSICAL BRUNCH CLASSICAL CROSSOVER

JAZZ VOICESSWINGORCHESTRA

VOICESMUSICAL THEATRE

Piaf! The ShowTuesday, October 18, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Performed by Anne Carrere

Direct from France, Piaf! The Show tells the amazing story of the life and career of singer/actress Edith Piaf through classic French music. The audience is taken on a journey through the streets of Montmartre during the time of La Vie en Rose. Never before seen photos and images of Edith Piaf will be shared through a partially staged audiovisual experience. During the show, Anne Carrere will be accompanied by four musicians: piano, percussion, accordion, and double bass. Piaf! The Show is a worldwide success with more than 500,000 tickets sold across 23 countries. Charles Dumont, Piaf legendary composer said, “This is the best Piaf show never produced!” Presented by Gil Marsalla and Directo Productions in partnership with the French embassy.

WORLD

Offi cial Celebration of the100th Anniversary ofEdith Piaf’s Birthday!

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James Ehnes @40Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Known for his virtuosity and probing musicianship, Canadian violinist James Ehnes has performed in 37 countries on fi ve continents, appearing regularly in the world’s great concert halls. In addition to his solo work, he is also the fi rst violinist of the Ehnes Quartet and the Artistic Director of the Seattle Chamber Music Society. Ehnes was born in Brandon, Manitoba and began violin studies at the age of four; at nine he became a protégé of the noted Canadian violinist Francis Chaplin. In 2010 the Governor General of Canada appointed James a Member of the Order of Canada. James won the 2016 Juno Award in the category Classical Album: Solo or Chamber Ensemble. James plays the “Marsick” Stradivarius of 1715.

Jane Bunnettand Maqueque Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Four-time Juno Award winner, two-time Grammy nominee, and Offi cer of the Order of Canada, soprano saxophonist/fl autist Jane Bunnett once again brings the soul of Cuba to the hearts of Canadian music lovers. Now, with her new sextet Maqueque, she introduces the world to some of Cuba’s newest female musicians. Maqueque band members are Jane, on fl ute and soprano sax, virtuoso drummer Yissy García, dynamic percussionist Daymé Arocena, (who is also a powerhouse vocalist), Yusa on tres guitar and fretless bass, pianist Dánae Olano, Magdelys Savigne on batás and congas, and Célia Jiménez on bass.

CLASSICALJAZZ WORLD

The Nylons Farewell TourFriday, October 21, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

With seven gold and platinum recordings, this four-member vocal group is one of Canada’s top international success stories. The Nylons are renowned for their vibrant live shows, featuring dazzling harmonies, smooth arrangements, tight choreography, and fabulous showmanship. In this concert and only in Burlington, Maestro Charles Cozens, who built the orchestral charts for this fabulous a cappella group, brings the 40-piece Burlington New Millennium Orchestra to the stage with The Nylons. The Nylons perform worldwide to audiences of all ages and critical acclaim.

POPVOICES ORCHESTRAA CAPPELLA JAZZ

“Jane Bunnett and Maqueque… utterly shattersthe glass ceiling of Afro Cuban Jazz”

Boston Globe

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The Lightning Thiefby Rob Rokicki and Joe TraczSunday, October 23, 2016 at 2pmMAIN THEATRE ADULT All-In Price: Regular $31 | Series $26

CHILD All-In Price: Regular $20 | Series $15Mythological monsters, gods of Mount Olympus, satyrs and lightning bolts abound in this highly anticipated musical theatre adaptation of Rick Riordan’s fi rst book in the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series. Young Percy Jackson’s ordinary life turns into an adventure quest as he has ten days to fi nd and return Zeus’ stolen lightning bolt and bring peace to a warring Mount Olympus. But to succeed on his quest, he must solve the riddle of the Oracle and unravel a treachery more powerful than the gods themselves. Produced by TheatreworksUSA.

Be sure to arrive one hour early to take advantage of pre-show activities and entertainment in the lobby! Recommended for children ages 7 and up.

Broadway TodayWednesday, October 26, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50A lively and captivating concert presentation of contemporary theatrical works with three singers and the 26-piece Burlington New Millennium Studio Orchestra. Broadway Today was conceived, developed and arranged/ orchestrated by Maestro Charles Cozens and includes hits from Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Wicked, The Sound of Music, Jesus Christ Superstar, A Chorus Line, and many many more. The evening features singers Gisele Fredette (mezzo soprano), Helena Janik (soprano), and Stephen Patterson (baritone), with guest artist Lee Siegel (tenor). Fully scripted with orchestral underscore, this show has brought audiences to their feetsince 1994!

FAMILY SPECTACLEMUSICAL THEATRE

Gerry DeeFriday, October 28, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50The son of Scottish immigrant parents, Gerry Dee was born in Scarborough, Ontario and grew up in Toronto. Gerry’s sitcom, Mr. D, which he created, writes for, and stars in, premiered in January 2012 on CBC to 1.3 million viewers. It was the highest rated scripted show premiere for the network in seven years. The show is based on Gerry Dee’s real-life experiences as a high school teacher before he switched to comedy full-time. In June 2012, he released his second stand-up comedy DVD, Life After Teaching and two years later, he would release his third stand-up comedy DVD, Let’s Be Honest.

This performance may contain content for mature audiences only.

COMEDY

Icelandby Nicolas BillonOctober 27 – 29, 2016 at 7:30pmSaturday, October 29, 2016 at 2pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35A confrontation between a real estate agent and a tenant takes an unexpected turn. Iceland confronts our collective complicity in capitalism, through the lives of ordinary people. Premiering as part of the 2012 Summerworks Festival, Iceland won The Summerworks NOW Audience Choice Award, NOW Magazine Outstanding Production List, Outstanding Ensembles List and Outstanding Direction List, and won its playwright Nicolas Billon the Governor General’s Award for Drama. Produced byWhy Not Theatre.

This performance contains content for mature audiences only.

THEATRE DRAMA

“… an intelligent, gripping tale that cleverlytaps into the housing boom and bubble

anxieties of Torontonians.”Globe and Mail

MUSICAL THEATRE ORCHESTRA VOICES

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Forever TangoSaturday, October 29, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $80 | Series $75

The longest-running tango show in Broadway history! Forever Tango features fourteen world-class tango dancers, one vocalist, and an on-stage eleven piece orchestra, in an evening that celebrates the passionate music and dance of Argentina. Sensuous and sophisticated, the tango inhabits a world where everything can be said with the fl ick of a leg, the tug of a hand, the tap of a foot and the arch of an eyebrow. Forever Tango Creator/Director Luis Bravo is a world-class cellist who has performed with major symphonies throughout the world.

WORLD DANCE ORCHESTRA

“A must-see!”

New York Times

“an evening of sheer pleasure!Sensual, elegant, dazzling!”

New York Daily News

Quartetto Gelato Friday, November 4, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Virtuosic showpieces, romantic tenor arias, pyrotechnical solos, blazing gypsy show pieces, multi-instrument mastery and a World Accordion Champion – this is Quartetto Gelato. With sold-out performances across the globe, this dazzling ensemble has enchanted audiences and critics worldwide with its exotic blend of musical virtuosity, artistic passion and humour. Classical in training – eclectic by design – Quartetto Gelato not only thrills audiences with its multi-instrument mastery, but also offers the bonus of a brilliant operatic tenor. The group’s theatrical stage presence and relaxed humour establishes an intimate rapport with audiences worldwide. Quartetto Gelato is Peter De Sotto (violin), Alexander Sevastian (accordion), Colin Maier (oboe), and Elizabeth McLellan (cello).

“One family, fi ve pianos and 50 fi ngers add up to the biggest classical music sensation in years…

When these kids do Rachmaninoff, they’ll make you forget about Marshall amps.”

The New York Post

“Quartetto Gelato’s performanceshave a warm, endearing vitality....”

The New York Times

The 5 Browns Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50The 5 Browns are delivering on their dream to wake up classical music by introducing it to the widest, largest and most excited audience they can fi nd. They reveal a deep connection to the intent of their material while bringing a fresh energy and dynamic character to their sound. Ryan, Melody, Gregory, Deondra and Desirae all attended New York’s Juilliard School. They became the fi rst family of fi ve siblings ever accepted simultaneously.

CLASSICAL CLASSICAL CROSSOVER

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Tokyo Police ClubSaturday, November 5, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $54 | Series $49

When you start a band as a group of teenage best friends in your small Canadian hometown, it’s hard to imagine that a decade later you will be touring the world and putting out a steady stream of acclaimed albums. As the years have worn on, indie-rockers Tokyo Police Club continue to defy the odds. Lead singer/bass player and principal songwriter Dave Monks, drummer Greg Alsop, keyboardist/guitarist Graham Wright, and guitarist Josh Hook have harnessed their primal and instinctual joy to make Tokyo Police Club’s tightest, brightest, and certainly raddest batch of songs to date, with their two-part and self-released Melon Collie and the Infi nite Radness EPs being let loose in 2016.

Out Innerspace Dance TheatreMajor Motion Picture Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 7:30pm | COMMUNITY STUDIO THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Major Motion Picture explores timely themes of surveillance, otherness, propaganda and belief through eccentric and lawless characters. A hybrid performance language includes infrared technology and an on-stage surveillance system alongside Out Innerspace’s trailblazing movement invention. Seven dancers fi ght for the theatre, losing and gaining the grounds for their power and identity. A mysterious third party is present in every confl ict, teaching us how to desire, and leading us into patterns. With infl uences ranging from Charlie Chaplin to Die Antwoord, Orson Welles to Slavoj Zizek, the music of Bernard Herrmann meets urban underground and an original composition by Belgian producer Tristan Vloeberghs.

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I.aM.mE Dance Crew Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 3pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

A crew dedicated to inspiring, motivating, and energizing every individual to be themselves and fi nd what makes them who they are. Their self-titled style “Brain Banging” is a series of connections and large scale visual that create shapes and puzzles with the human body. Consisting of members Phillip Chbeeb, Di Zhang, Olivia Gonzales, Brandon Harrell, Emilio Dosal, and Jana Vankova, they are the reigning champions of MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew Season 6! An incredible show for peopleof all ages.

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The OnceWednesday, November 9, 2016 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Newfoundland-based band The Once have been quietly making a name for themselves in their native Canada. They’ve collected a trio of Canadian Folk Music Awards and earned two Juno nominations for best Roots/Traditional Album. While the trio has recently ventured into new artistic territory, The Once remains rooted in its essential musical elements – Geraldine Hollett’s incandescent voice, the trio’s gorgeous harmonies and the spirited acoustic instrumentation supplied by Andrew Dale and Phil Churchill.

CollabroWednesday, November 9, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Less than fi ve months after meeting for the fi rst time, Collabro won Britain’s Got Talent and the rest, as they say, is history. Collabro are Michael Auger, Richard Hadfi eld, Jamie Lambert, Matt Pagan and Thomas Redgrave, who fi rst got together in a north London pub, having met through mutual friends and social media. The world’s number one musical theatre vocal group, they signed with Simon Cowell’s Syco Music, and their career has since skyrocketed in the UK and internationally.

Julie CrochetiereFriday, November 11, 2016 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Julie Crochetiere has been practicing her craft since she was seven, playing classical piano and then trumpet. When she was seventeen she got a gig with a society band and quickly learned a repertoire of 200 songs. By the time she was eighteen she was doing 100 dates a year. In 2014, the Montreal native released her fourth record, Counting Dreams. Julie’s various projects over the years have sold over 400,000 albums making her unquestionably one of the top selling artists that will make you think, “how come I didn’t know about this?!”

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“Absolutely amazing, superb voices,I could have seen this show 10 times over…”

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Ensemble VivantSunday, November 13, 2016Brunch at 11:45am, Show at 12:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $75 | Series $70

NO BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $50 | Series $45Ensemble Vivant receives accolades internationally and continues to impress their audiences. Since its inception over 25 years ago, Ensemble Vivant has been a pioneer in the piano chamber music world, championing exciting, innovative programming ranging from classical to Latin and jazz styles. Led by pianist/artistic director Catherine Wilson, Ensemble Vivant is also known for its depth of artistry, passionate, virtuosic interpretations and engaging stage presence.

Join us for a brunch before the performance and be sure to stay for a post-show conversation with the artists and a guest host.

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Lemon Bucket OrkestraThursday, November 17, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

From Toronto to New York, Budapest to Berlin, audiences around the world are hailing the Lemon Bucket Orkestra as folk music revolutionaries. Since their start four years ago, the band has grown from its initial quartet of buskers to a fi fteen-piece guerrilla folk force with an army of grass roots followers and mainstream fans at home and abroad. Those discovering the band for the fi rst time quickly realize that their shows are more than concerts: they’re wild, joyful experiences rarely contained by four walls; they’re celebrations of tradition and culture expressed with an explosive punk spirit; they’re ecstatic street parades that erupt from the collision of nostalgia and imagination! Lemon Bucket Orkestra received a 2016 Juno Award for World Music Album of the Year.

Lemon Bucket Orkestra The Legendary Downchild Blues Bandwith special guest The Cooper BrothersFriday, November 18, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $64 | Series $59

Perhaps best known as the inspiration for Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi’s hit fi lm The Blues Brothers, The Legendary Downchild Blues Band make their highly anticipated return to Burlington for a not-to-be missed performance. The band celebrated their 45th Anniversary in style with the release of their 2014 Juno Award winning album, Can You Hear The Music. Their classic hits from their illustrious career include Flip Flop & Fly, I Got Everything I Need (Almost) and Shotgun Blues. Their infectious sound is sure to get your toes tapping and hips swinging!

Founded in Ottawa, Ontario The Cooper Brothers are a country rock band that fi rst gained international attention when they signed with Capricorn Records and charted with such hits as The Dream Never Dies and Rock ‘n Roll Cowboys.

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Shanghai Acrobatsof the People’sRepublic of ChinaShanghai NightsTuesday, November 22, 2016 at 7:30pmMAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $25 | Series $20

From juggling, contortion, and unicycles, to hoop-diving, balancing acts, magic, and more, audiences will be dazzled by this awe-inspiring performance! The Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China was founded in 1959.After more than 50 years, it has become one of the most infl uential and competitive acrobatic companies in China and has won many awards at acrobatic and circus competitions at home and abroad. Gather your friends and family together for Shanghai Nights – a night you won’t soon forget!

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Quinn SullivanThursday, November 24, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $54 | Series $4916 year old Quinn Sullivan is quickly gaining quite a reputation among today’s most respected guitar players and musical artists. Quinn’s debut album, Cyclone (2011), peaked at #7 on the Billboard blues album chart. He has been touring the world with his mentor and friend, Buddy Guy, promoting his latest album, Getting There(2013), produced in Nashville with multi-Grammy winner Tom Hambridge. In 2006, Quinn made his national television debut on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and brought the crowd to its feet with his rendition of the Beatles classic, Twist and Shout. Since the age of seven, Quinn has been sharing stages with legendary players like Eric Clapton, Los Lobos, Joe Bonamassa, and BB King.

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Angèle Dubeau & La PietàFriday, November 25, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50One of the most prominent violin virtuosos of her generation, Angèle Dubeau has been leading an exceptional career for almost 40 years in the great concert halls of the world. Not only have her virtuosity and musicality seduced critics, Dubeau is also one of the rare classical violinists in the world to have been awarded gold records. Angèle Dubeau is joined by La Pietà, a string orchestra with piano, composed of all top-ranking female musicians, amongst the best in the country. The excellence, precision, and strength of each musician – as well as the closeness they have with each other – grant them an exceptional ensemble sound.

Transformed by the desire to innovate, Angèle Dubeau founded La Pietà in 1997. What she could not have known at the time was that this experiment, featuring some of Canada’s best musicians and originally conceived for periodic recordings, would gradually become a full-time occupation. From early on, the ensemble gained a solid reputation, playing Canada’s most prestigious venues andon television.

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“…La Pietà string ensemble’s precision never failed… Like Vivaldi’s ensemble, Dubeau’s La Pietà

is an all-women group that, last night, triumphedover an all male repertoire…”

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Rich and vibrant, and performedwith a passion.”

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Brown Bear, BrownBear and OtherTreasured Storiesby Eric CarleSunday, November 27, 2016 at 2pm MAIN THEATRE ADULT All-In Price: Regular $31 | Series $26CHILD All-In Price: Regular $20 | Series $15Mermaid Theatre returns to Burlington with old favourites and new friends, adapting Eric Carle’s stories from page to stage! The company offers an imaginative blend of innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects and delightful music with short productions of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me. 2016 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the classic children’s book Brown Bear by Eric Carle. This is sure to be an exciting and inspiring afternoon for the kids! Produced by Mermaid Theatre.

Be sure to arrive one hour early to take advantage of pre-show activities and entertainment in the lobby! Recommended for children ages 4 and up.

Christmas withMatt Dusk andFriends! Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50What better way to escape a cold, snowy night with the holidays approaching? Let the warmth of renowned singer Matt Dusk’s crooner style, and some of his talented friends, take you on a fun journey celebrating the joy of holiday classics with a cool, big band sound. Matt and his band are world-class, and will have you dancing, clapping and tapping your toes to a mix of Sinatra-era classics and his own repertoire of jazz, pop, and of course, Christmas hits!

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The Nutcracker – State Ballet Theatre of RussiaWednesday, December 7, 2016 at 7:30pmThursday, December 8, 2016 at 2pm and 7:30pmMAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $80 | Series $75

YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35

Ballet in 2 Acts with Epilogue

Choreography by Marius Petipa and Vasily Vainonen

This treasured holiday adventure follows a little girl’s journeythrough a fantasy world of fairies, princes, toy soldiers, and anarmy of mice. The entire family will love this magical experiencefi lled with spectacular sets and beautiful costumes.Fifty-fi ve of Russia’s brightest ballet stars will perform the same authentic Russian choreography that is performed in Moscow by the famous Bolshoi Ballet, to the sounds of Tchaikovsky’sbeloved music. The Nutcracker is a favourite of generationsof children and children-at-heart.

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Choreography by Marius Petipa and Vasily Vainonen

This treasured holiday adventure follows a little girl’s journeythrough a fantasy world of fairies, princes, toy soldiers, and anarmy of mice. The entire family will love this magical experiencefi lled with spectacular sets and beautiful costumes.Fifty-fi ve of Russia’s brightest ballet stars will perform the same authentic Russian choreography that is performed in Moscow by the famous Bolshoi Ballet, to the sounds of Tchaikovsky’s

The Nutcracker is a favourite of generationsThe Nutcracker is a favourite of generationsThe Nutcrackerof children and children-at-heart.

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Maceo ParkerSaturday, December 10, 2016 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Saxophonist Maceo Parker embodies the legacy of soul and funk music like no other musician can. Always at the forefront, Maceo has been a common thread in the history of funk – helping to pioneer the sound of the genre in collaborations alongside seminal icons like James Brown, George Clinton, and Prince, all the while honing his own signature brand of showmanship. Leading his fl awlessly tight band with a cool confi dence, Maceo transports audiences to the slickest of eras in performances that are positively timeless. In 2011 Parker was inducted in the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame and in 2012 he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Victoires Du Jazz in Paris.

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“Maceo Parker is a funk titan… one of the all-time great saxophonists.”

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‘Twas The Night Before ChristmasA Family Holiday ConcertSaturday, December 17, 2016 at 7:30pm | MAIN THEATRE ADULT All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42 YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $25 | Series $20

Family 4-Pack All-In Price: 2 Adults, 2 Youth $124 To purchase the Family 4-Pack, please call the Box Offi ce 905-681-6000.

Holiday cheer fi lls the theatre when maestro Charles Cozens takes to the stage to conduct the 30-piece Burlington New Millennium Pops Orchestra in a special holiday concert that has something for everyone! Featuring soprano Lindsay Barrett, baritone Peter Barrett, and the Hamilton Children’s Choir, this is a festive cocktail of familiar and much-loved traditional carols, together with choral and instrumental music, a sing-along, audience participation and a surprise guest performer. From Let it Snow and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer to Joy to The World and highlights from Handel’s Messiah, this concert features an assortment of holiday favourites. Santa Claus even takes a break from his busy schedule to stop by and say hi to the kids!

The Next Generation LeahySunday, December 11, 2016 at 3pm | MAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53 YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $25 | Series $20

Building on over three generations of Leahy musicianship, Doug Leahy together with his wife Jennifer and six of their eight children are keeping those traditions alive through music, song, and dance. The Next Generation Leahy performance is nothing short of remarkable. Although all still in elementary school, Evelyn (5), Joseph (7), Cecilia (8), Angus (10), Gregory (12) and Adele (13) all bring to the stage a level of musical mastery rarely seen in a group so young. With their parents leading the action on stage, the children bring to life the high energy, infectious Celtic music people associate with the Leahy heritage.The Leahy children are accomplished multi-instrumentalists with the remarkable ability to enamour audiences of all ages!

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Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Thursday, December 22, 2016 at 7:30pmFriday, December 23, 2016 at 2pm and 7:30pmMAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42 YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $25 | Series $20

Family 4-Pack All-In Price: 2 Adults, 2 Youth $124 To purchase the Family 4-Pack, please call the Box Offi ce 905-681-6000.

This enchanting holiday production is a delight for all ages! Follow Scrooge on his sometimes joyous, sometimes scary, but always fascinating journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. This visually stunning production, set on a revolving stage, and highlighted with spirited music, lively sound effects and costumes will fi ll your heart with the spirit of the season. Produced by Orillia Opera House and featuring a professional Canadian cast.

FAMILY THEATREHOLIDAYLeft to right: Liz Gilroy, Ryan Jacobs, Conor Veinotte, Jamie Willimas, Richard Bauer, Susan Greenfi eld, Tyler Muree and Kraig Way. Original Cast, 2010 Production at Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg, Ontario.

Form ContemporaryDance TheatreVARIATIONS OF SILENCESaturday, January 14, 2017at 2pm and 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

VARIATIONS OF SILENCE takes the audience on an intoxicating journey through three separate and distinct dance works exploring exquisite beauty, brute strength, and thrilling darkness: InterVariations, Revel, and Storm and Silence. Form Contemporary Dance Theatre strives to create art that is inviting to be watched, combines extremes in its emotional content, and is informed by personal experiences. Their choreography is expressive and physical, focused on the action and not the step.

“...a fearless country vocalist who is notafraid to take risks and reinvent herself. “

Digital Journal

“Storm & Silence byForm Contemporary Dance Theatreis beautiful, lyrical, sophisticated,

and a pleasure to watch”

View Magazine

“Marvelous production!A wonderful family outing!

This adaptation of the Dickenstale is great.”

Wellington Advisor

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Lee Ann WomackSaturday, January 14, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

When progressive traditionalist Lee Ann Womack dug into her roots, she found herself connecting harder than ever. The Way I’m Livin’, her fi rst album in 7 years, earned two rounds of Grammy nominations – 2015 Country Album of the Year, 2016 Best Solo Country Vocal Performance and Country Song for Chances Are - as well as nods for the Americana Music Association Album and Artist of the Year. The East Texan has sung for Presidents, the Concert for the Nobel Prize and Maya Angelou’s Celebration of Joy Rising. Lee Ann’s 2000 single, I Hope You Dance, topped country and pop charts, and became her signature song.

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Brotherhood:The Hip Hopera Written & Performedby Sébastien HeinsJanuary 19 – 21, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, January 21, 2017 at 2pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35Brotherhood: The Hip Hopera is a non-stop, high energy, one-man show using original music and physical theatre to tell the parodied story of two brothers living the hip-hop life. Taking the audience from the 1970s all the way into the future, this fast-forwarding/rewinding live hip-hop show is written entirely in rhyme and cleverly crafted song lyrics. Sébastien Heins utilizes hip-hop and R&B, rap, soul, funk, and gospel to take the audience on a touching journey of family and brotherly love. Brotherhood is a triple-threat performance of theatre, dance and the immersive experienceof being at a live hip-hop show.

Fernando Varela Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53Fernando Varela sets the standard for what true musicianship is all about. A David Foster protégé, Fernando’s unique voice and infectious passion lights up the stage. Fernando turned doubt and disbelief from others into a fi erce drive to succeed. With more than a decade of hard work and dedication, he transformed into one of the most captivating tenors in the world today. Fernando will be accompanied by the 19-piece Toronto Concert Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Kerry Stratton.

Aga-BOOMSunday, January 22, 2017 at 2pmMAIN THEATRE ADULT All-In Price: Regular $31 | Series $26

CHILD All-In Price: Regular $20 | Series $15

Aga-BOOM cuts through the barriers of language and culture with the universally loved art of slapstick and the infectious humour of physical comedy. Three former stars of Cirque du Soleil’s Algeria and O, juggle, stilt-walk and pratfall their way through paper pandemonium. Gather the kids and prepare for an afternoon of outrageous zaniness and a blizzard of unrestrained laughter that never ends! Produced by Clown Action Productions Inc. and created by Dimitri Bogatirev.

Be sure to arrive one hour early to take advantage of pre-show activities and entertainment in the lobby! Recommended for children ages 5 and up.

Los LobosTuesday, January 31, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

More than three decades have passed since Los Lobos released their debut album, Just Another Band from East L.A. Since then they’ve repeatedly disproven that title – Los Lobos isn’t “just another” anything, but rather a band that has consistently evolved artistically while never losing sight of their humble roots. The multiple Grammy Award-winning group delivers a powerhouse mix of rock, tex-mex, country, folk, R&B, blues and traditional Spanish and Mexican music.

“Mastery clowning with its own originality…Pure family fun.”

NY TIMES

“Sébastien Heins radiates megawatts of charisma”Stage Door Review

…distinctive, diverse, freewheelingfusion of rock, blues, soul and

Mexican folk music…

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Some Enchanted EveningWednesday, February 1, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Four of Canada’s most acclaimed singers salute Canada 150 with a celebration of 150 years of musical theatre and operetta. Ben Heppner, Rebecca Caine, Jean Stilwell, Gary Relyea along with Music Director, David Warrack will treat you to an evening you won’t soon forget. Die Fledermaus, Carmen, Merry Widow, Show Boat, Porgy and Bess, South Pacifi c, My Fair Lady and Phantom of the Opera are just a few of the shows that will be celebrated during this enchanting evening.

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Rant Maggie RantThursday, February 2, 2017 at 7:30pm | COMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Rant Maggie Rant takes traditional Celtic music as their foundation, then liberally and unapologetically colours outside the prescribed lines. The ensemble from Stratford, Ontario moves effortlessly from Irish jigs to Galician munieras, from Scottish marches to Breton an dros, driving them with Latin and Mediterranean rhythms, African hand drumming and percussion, blues/rock guitar backdrops, revved up tempos, unexpected time changes, and a unique rhythmic attack. Their repertoire combines contemporary compositions with traditional tunes, often blending them together to deliver an intoxicating performance.

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Stewart GoodyearFriday, February 3, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Proclaimed “a phenomenon” by the Los Angeles Times and “one of the best pianists of his generation” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, Stewart Goodyear is an accomplished young pianist as a concerto soloist, chamber musician, recitalist and composer. Mr. Goodyear has performed with major orchestras of the world , including the New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Montreal Symphony, Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, and many more. Stewart received Juno nominations for classical music in 2014 and 2016.

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“…A crisp, emotionally radiant performance that combined dexterity and sensitivity in equal measure. Goodyear’s delivery of this music was breathtaking.”

San Francisco Chronicle

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The Western Swing Authoritywith special guest Wendell FergusonSaturday, February 4, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42This stellar cast of musical peers and friends share a common love of western swing music, and together create a sound that fuses the old with the new, paying homage to the roots of traditional music in their own “new classic” original songs. The Western Swing Authority is Shane Guse (fi ddle, vocals), Stacey Lee Guse (vocals), Ed “Pee Wee Charles” Ringwald (steel guitar), Dan Howlett (fi ddle, vocals), Paul “Chappy” Chapman (guitar and vocals), Matthew Lima (stand up bass) and Jimmy Boudreau (drums). You don’t want to miss this upbeat and fun performance, featuring top musicianship! The group has won many awards including Group of the Year (2015) and Best Roots Artist (2014, 2015) from the Country Music Association of Ontario.

Wendell Ferguson is a multiple award-winning guitarist and Juno nominated performer whose stage presence is a unique combination of musicalityand humour.

The Judgementof Parisby Tom AllenSunday, February 5, 2017Brunch at 11:45amShow at 12:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $75 | Series $70NO BRUNCH All-In Price: Regular $50 | Series $45Music by: Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Kevin Fox, Bryce Kulak, Patricia O’Callaghan

As the thunderclouds of the Great War pile up and burst, the musical revolutionary Claude Debussy and his one-time follower Maurice Ravel compete for the love of their proud, fi ckle, darling, Paris. The Judgment of Paris is a mix of cabaret, history and story-telling with timeless music by Debussy and Ravel, as well as original songs by the performers. It is new and old, heroic and tragic, history and fi ction – and may the best composer win. Featuring Patricia O’Callaghan (voice piano, percussion), Bryce Kulak (voice, piano, accordion, bass, harmonica), Kevin Fox (voice, cello, guitar), Lori Gemmell (harp, trumpet, violin, backing vocals), and Tom Allen - host of Shift on CBC Radio 2 (narration, trombone, backing vocals).

Join us for a brunch before the performance and be sure to stay for a post-show conversation with the artists and a guest host.

This stellar cast of musical peers and friends share a common love of western swing music, and together create a sound that fuses the old with the new, paying homage

is Shane Guse (fi ddle, vocals), Stacey Lee Guse (vocals),

“Chappy” Chapman (guitar and vocals), Matthew Lima (stand up bass) and Jimmy

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Receiver of Wreckby Matthew Heiti February 9 – 11, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, February 11, 2017 at 2pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35

A shoe salesman chops off his foot with an axe. An esthetician has hers amputated by an outboard motor. At opposite ends of the same country, staring out at two different oceans, two people each lose something on the same day and are sent crashing together toward the dark heart of Canada. Inspired by the Salish Sea human foot discoveries, Receiver of Wreck is a grotesque comedy about human waste and the mystic potential of change. Winner of the Pat The Dog Theatre Creation Competition. Produced by Tottering Biped Theatre.

Matthew Heiti is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, novelist and playwright. As co-writer with Ryan Ward of the fi lm Son of the Sunshine, he was a Genie Award nominee for Best Original Screenplay at the 2012 Genie Awards.

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ONCEBy Enda Walsh, Markéta Irglová, Glen HansardTuesday, February 14, 2017 at 2pm and 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $129 | Series $124The National US Touring CompanyWinner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, ONCE is a truly original Broadway experience. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, it tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights... but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. ONCE is an unforgettable story about going for your dreams... not living in fear... and the power of music to connect all of us.

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“ !Scores with both sides!”

Toronto Star

“HILARIOUS… a one-man tour-de-force!”

New York Times

Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT:AN OXYMORON?Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $54 | Series $49

Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT : AN OXYMORON? is an international comedic phenomenon! Described by The New York Times as “Hilarious... a one-man tour-de-force!” it is hands down one of the funniest solo shows you will ever see. On a quest to answer the age old question, “What do women want?” Robert Dubac seamlessly transforms himself into fi ve hysterical boneheads who each offer sidesplitting advice on how to straddle the gender gap - all while drinking a beer. Men and women laugh non-stop as THE MALE INTELLECT nudges the battle of the sexes towards a humorous détente with everyone lovingly elbowing each other in the end with laughter and recognition.

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“ONCE uses song and dance in a way I’ve never experienced in an

American musical.”

The New York Times

“ ! TRANSPORTING! ONCE is the

sweetest and most romantic show on Broadway. It speaks volumes

about the power of musicand connection.”

Daily News

“ONCE is one of the best thingsto happen to Broadway

in the past decade.”

The Hollywood Reporter

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Diana PantonSaturday, February 18, 2017 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Diana Panton has quietly become one of the brightest lights on the jazz scene today. Her ethereal voice and strong aesthetic vision have earned her numerous honours, including a Juno win for her RED release, three prior Juno nominations, two Silver Disc Awards in Japan, eight Hamilton Music Awards and a host of nominations for the National Jazz Awards. All seven of her critically acclaimed self-produced albums have made in it onto numerous TOP 10 jazz lists, including those of Japan’s Jazz Critique Magazine, NOW Magazine and The Montreal Mirror. With a growing following in Asia and Canada, this vocalist is a hidden gem that you do not want to miss!

The Balloon TreeSunday, February 19, 2017 at 11am COMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $14 | Series $14Leap from reality into a Renaissance world fi lled with secret passageways, wizards, magic spells, music, sword fi ghting and of course lots of balloons! In this adaptation of the classic Phoebe Gilman book, audiences gleefully help Princess Leora fi ght against her evil uncle, the Archduke, and all his guards as she searches the village for the one object that will save her – a balloon! A riotous fairytale romp packed with music, songs and audience interaction.

What a better way to spend a weekend morning than to laugh, sing and play! Join us for a performance that sparks the imagination, and don’t miss out on the fun lobby activities after the show! Ideal for children ages 3 – 6.

SINGER-SONGWRITERJAZZ VOICES

“If the post isn’t already taken,I’d like to nominate Diana Panton

as Canada’s jazz sweetheart.”

WholeNote Magazine

THEATRE

COMEDYCUSHION CONCERT FAMILY

African GuitarSummit Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42Indulge in the sounds of the fi nest Canadian guitarists of African origin: African Guitar Summit. This star-studded collective is a fantastic and unique achievement for African music; the mix of musicians who are distinct in cultural backgrounds and languages, share stories and sing each other’s praises, the inspiration of their skilled hands and voices joined in common to reach the summit…a truly incredible experience! Their debut album received World Music Album of the Year at the 2005 Juno Awards. Their second album, African Guitar Summit II, garnered a 2007 Juno award nomination in the same category.

VOICESWORLD

Sarah MacDougallFriday, February 17, 2017 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Born in Sweden, Sarah MacDougall is becoming known for her honest and poetic songs, passionate performances, and unique voice. Swedish magazine Nöjesguiden declared her “One of Sweden’s best singer/songwriters.” Sarah’s most recent album, Grand Canyon, steps outside of traditional folk and fl irts with sounds that could have come from The Postal Service. Grand Canyon infuses the acoustic guitar sound with heavier drums and richly textured strings and synths. Sarah won the Western Canada Music Award for Roots Solo Album of the Year in 2012 and 2015. Sarah’s band will join her on stage.

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Balé FolclóricoDa BahiaBahia of All Colours Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53Balé Folclórico Da Bahia is the only professional folk dance company in Brazil, formed in 1988. This marvelous company, with its dancers, musicians and singers, represents the culture, the traditions, the beliefs, the history, the colors, the music, and the movements of the people of Bahia. They will perform a repertoire based on a “Bahian” folkloric dances of African origin, including slave dances, capoeira (a form of martial arts), samba, and those that celebrate Carnival.

FOLK WORLDDANCE

“Exuberant, indefatigable and virtuosic, the dancers, singers and drummers of this superb company exploded with the Afro-Brazilian rhythms that

are its special heritage.”

The New York Times

“If you could buy only one contemporaryLatin album this year, this might well be the one.

I am very impressed! Eliana Cuevasis a knockout on every level.”

Gapplegate Music Review

Eliana CuevasSaturday, March 4, 2017 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Born to a musical family in Venezuela, Eliana Cuevas grew up to the sounds of salsa, joropo, pop and Brazilian music, writing her fi rst song by the age of nine. Cuevas has since grown into an accomplished singer-songwriter and bandleader with unlimited colours in her compositional and lyrical palette. Among her honours are the National Jazz Award for Latin Jazz Artist of the Year (2009), an Independent Music Award for Best Latin Album for ESPEJO (2014), and a Toronto Independent Music Award for Best World Music Artist (2014).

WORLD JAZZ LATIN

SINGER-SONGWRITER

WhitehorseTuesday, February 21, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

Returning to Burlington, Whitehorse is a roots noir duo with an innovative approach and intense chemistry. Together, Hamilton natives Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland defy the math of one plus one with a big sound based on layers of live looping. From psychedelic-meets-spaghetti western scorchers, sparkling acoustic ballads and pop noir numbers, to bolder rock sounds and southwestern rock, the duo continues to develop their sound. With The Northern South Vol. 1, a new EP released May 2016, Luke and Melissa showcase signature blistering riffs and a modern translation of the grooves and melodies of the 1950s and 1960s blues selections. Whitehorse took home the Adult Alternative Album of the Year for LeaveNo Bridge Unburned at the 2016 Juno Awards.

Infi nityby Hannah MoscovitchFebruary 23 – 25, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, February 25, 2017 at 2pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35

The cynical, skeptical daughter of a theoretical physicist and a composer, Sarah Jean’s clinical approach to love meets with little success. In this absorbing drama infused with science and classical music, three exceptional minds collide like charged particles in an accelerator. Sarah Jean’s hugely talented yet severely dysfunctional family will learn that love and time itself are connected in unimaginable ways. Infi nity is a shocking, funny and revelatory play by one of Canada’s fi nest playwrights, Hannah Moscovitch, developed with Volcano Theatre, with input from world-renowned physicist Lee Smolin and original music by composer Njo Kong Kie. Produced by Volcano Theatre.

THEATRE DRAMA

POPROCK BLUES

out of 4: “Moving, beautifully acted”

Globe and Mail

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Rémi BolducJazz EnsembleSwingin’ with OscarFriday, March 10, 2017 at 7:30pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42With his band, the Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble, Rémi Bolduc composes and plays numbers that convey his formidable energy and spontaneity, allowing his organic sound to breathe freely. Jazz lovers will not want to miss this tribute to jazz legend Oscar Peterson! A versatile and dynamic artist, saxophonist Rémi Bolduc is acclaimed at the most important venues from New York to Paris by way of Geneva, Tokyo and Beijing. He captivates the audience with the dazzling virtuosity and stunning maturity that have made him a most accomplished musician.

JAZZ

Larry CarltonThursday, March 9, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $65 | Series $60

Four-time Grammy winner, “Titan of Tone” award recipient and legendary guitar great, Larry Carlton is one of the most infl uential, prolifi c and original guitarists in the industry. His studio credits include musicians and groups like Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr., Herb Alpert, Quincy Jones, Bobby Bland, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and dozens more. Combining his roots in blues and jazz with a crossover pop rock sensibility, Carlton’s unmistakable sound is marked by his signature warm tone, bright melodies and soulful guitar solos. Carlton was named one of the 10 Greatest-Ever Session Guitarists: Gibson Guitars and was awarded Lifetime Achievement: Guitar Player Magazine.

JAZZ

“… the work of his hands speaks grace and passion and timeless knowledge.

Listen, learn and be profoundly moved.”

Sting

Vienna Boys Choir Friday, March 10, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50The famed Vienna Boys Choir continues to delight music lovers across the globe with their purity of tone, distinctive charm and a diverse, crowd-pleasing repertoire that includes everything from medieval to contemporary and experimental music. Gifted musicians with voices of unforgettable beauty, they carry on the illustrious tradition as the world’s preeminent boys’ choir. There are currently 100 choristers between the ages of nine and fourteen, divided into four touring choirs, performing around 300 concerts each year.

Menopause the Musicalby Jeanie LindersSaturday, March 11, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Come see it for the fi rst time or come love it again and see what millions of women worldwide have been laughing and raving about for years! Set in Bloomingdales department store, four women with nothing in common but a black lace bra, come to realize they have more to share than they ever imagined! This laugh-out-loud musical parody, staged to 25 classic hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you singing, cheering and dancing in the aisles! The stellar all-star professional Canadian cast, makes fun of their hot fl ashes, night sweats, mood swings, wrinkles, not enough sex, too much sex, chocolate binges and a whole lot more. Come join their sisterhood and enjoy the hilarious celebration of women and the change! Produced by Shaggypup Productions.

Vienna Boys Choir

“…the Vienna Boys Choir is a world treasure,not just an Austrian one.”Fort Worth Star Telegram “Fresh, funny and simply terrifi c”

LA Times

CLASSICAL VOICES

MUSICAL THEATRE COMEDY THEATRE

RÉMIBOLDUC

ALTO SAXOPHONE

FRASERHOLLINS

BASS

DAVELAING

DRUMS

TAUREYBUTLER

PIANO

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Rhythm of the DanceSunday, March 19, 2017 at 4pm | MAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50 YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35

Rhythm of the Dance has heralded a new era in Irish entertainment, and is internationally rated as one of the most popular and busiest Irish step dance shows in the world. The National Dance Company of Ireland uses modern art forms of dance and music; this richly costumed show marries the contemporary and the ancient, combining traditional dance and music with the most up-to-date stage technology. An inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history, this beautiful dance and music extravaganza contains a wealth of Irish talent!

Stephen FearingWednesday, March 22, 2017 at 7:30pm | COMMUNITY STUDIO THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $47 | Series $42

Stephen Fearing’s music embodies a fierce intelligence, a haunting candor, and a steady-handed pursuit of fleeting beauty. He exudes an abiding love for his craft and a respect for his audience that is reflected in two Juno awards and a touring circuit across Canada, Europe and the US. A beguiling teller of tales and a singularly intense instrumentalist, Fearing is an alluring entertainer – heartbreaking, expansive and full of mirth - with a clear, honorable voice that lifts you out into his wide world and “brings you back home to yourself.” Fearing (guitar) will be accompanied on stage with bass and drums.

CELTIC WORLDDANCE

SINGER-SONGWRITER FOLK ROCK

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Kaha:wi Dance TheatreThe HonouringMonday, March 27, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

The Honouring is a site-specifi c multi-disciplinary performance honouring First Nations warriors of the War of 1812 and features Onkwehonwe families who sacrifi ced to protect Haudenosaunee sovereignty, culture and land. Audiences will be immersed in a history that is rarely experienced anywhere else and will have the opportunity to understand the complexity of the War of 1812 through the experiential lens of First Nations, offering a human face to our history. All First Nations took part in the War of 1812 as sovereign Nation allies to Britain. The Honouring pays homage to their personal sacrifi ces and belief in what was the best for their family, community and future generations.

DANCE SPECTACLE

André-Philippe GagnonWednesday, March 29, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

André-Philippe Gagnon’s uncanny ability to deliver an impression per minute of fun will leave you gasping for more. His comedy and fast-paced delivery creates a total entertainment experience. Just a few of this vocal chameleon’s characters include Justin Timberlake, Pharrell Williams, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Enrique Iglesias, Barry White, Bono, and the list goes on. Don’t miss your chance to see André-Philippe Gagnon, the legendary man of 1,000 voices, right here in Burlington!

This performance may contain content for mature audiences only.

Tickets available in person and by phone.Online sales begin August 22.

Home Free Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53Since being crowned NBC’s The Sing-Off victors, Home Free has made their mark on the music scene selling more than 200,000 albums, racking up more than 50-million YouTube views, and entertaining more than 100,000 people live in concert. The country vocal quintent brings their high-energy and quick-witted performance peppering Nashville standards with country-dipped pop hits to town as a part of the Don’t It Feel Good Tour. The fi ve-man band from Minnesota dropped their debut album CRAZY LIFE in 2014, which hit No. 1 on iTunes Country chart and No. 4 overall. The group recently celebrated the release of their third studio album, COUNTRY EVOLUTION, in October 2015. The release debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard Country Album Charts, elevating the band “from auxiliary entertainment to headlining attraction” (Times Leader).

#1 Singing Impressionist

Entertainer in the world today!

COMEDY

COUNTRY A CAPPELLA VOICES

André-Philippe Gagnon Home Free Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53Since being crowned NBC’s The Sing-Off victors, The Sing-Off victors, The Sing-OffHome Free has made their mark on the music Home Free has made their mark on the music Home Free

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Just For LaughsRoad ShowFriday, April 7, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

A favourite across audiences everywhere, the Just For Laughs Road Show returns to Burlington for yet another evening of side-splitting humour. Featuring some of the best stand-ups from the world’s largest and most prestigious comedy festival, this is one show you do not wantto miss!

This performance may contain content for mature audiences only.

COMEDY

Little Yarn StoriesSaturday, April 8, 2017 at 11amCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $14 | Series $14Welcome to a fantastical world of yarn - a world in which yarn is moving, alive and transforming. In this charming puppet theatre performance, tapestry is woven, fi ber is spun and wool skeins are twisted into quirky and fun characters that come alive before your eyes. Audiences giggle with delight when a little yarn skein quacks like a duck, crawls like an inchworm or turns into a bouncing blue monster on a trampoline. Anything that can be imagined, can happen! Produced by Puzzle Theatre.

What a better way to spend a weekend morning than to laugh, sing and play! Join us for a performance that sparks the imagination, and don’t miss out on the fun lobby activities after the show! Ideal for children ages 3 – 6.

THEATRECUSHION CONCERT FAMILY

Shaolin WarriorsMonday, April 10, 2017 at 7:30pm | MAIN THEATREADULT All-In Price: Regular $80 | Series $75 YOUTH All-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35

The ultimate Kung Fu experience! China’s Shaolin Warriors, known for their disciplined and deadly martial-arts prowess, showcase their remarkable skills, time-honored rituals and the spectacular imagery of Kung Fu as they perform incredible feats. The troupe consists of more than 20 Kung Fu masters who began training at a young age and have since perfected the art of hand-to-hand and weapons combat. With the precision of Olympic gymnasts and the grace of ballet dancers, the Shaolin Warriors demonstrate their sacred and stunning art form in a dazzling theatrical displayfor the whole family.

“... they combine the agility and grace of the showmanshipof Cirque du Soleil performers.”

The Washington Post

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Morgan James Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

The right vocalist can make you fall in love at fi rst listen, elicit tears, or bring you back to a different era altogether. This holds true for New York-based soul singer, songwriter, and Broadway chanteuse Morgan James. On her full-length debut for Epic Records, Hunter, she casts an unbreakable spell with a powerhouse voice, theatrical swing, and a soulful poise. Since Hunter’s release, Morgan’s music videos have accumulated more than 45 million views. Morgan toured the US, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, with viral sensation Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox.

Johannes LinsteadWednesday, April 26, 2017 at 8pmMAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53Johannes Linstead and his group will set the stage on fi re as they let loose a fi esta of Afro-Cuban percussion and Spanish guitar magic! From being named Guitarist of the Year, to winning seven Best Album awards, to six top-ten Billboard charting albums, Johannes Linstead has become recognized internationally as one of the best selling guitarists in the Instrumental and World Music genres. His group consists of congas, bongos, accordion, bass and Spanish guitars, with each band member lending his own unique charisma, creating a rare on-stage chemistry that moves audiences to their feet, clapping along with the music and occasionally shouting out “ole!”

“A phenomenal talent whose feelfor classic soul music is bone deep...

This woman is on fi re.” The New York Times

JAZZ

SOUL

SINGER-SONGWRITER POP

WORLD JAZZ LATIN

Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop GirlWritten & Performed by Rebecca PerryMay 4 – 6, 2017 at 7:30pmSaturday, May 6, 2017 at 2pmCOMMUNITY STUDIO THEATREAll-In Price: Regular $40 | Series $35Anthropology graduate Joanie Little is stuck working as a barista. Rather than let this get her down, she decides to make the most of her “underemployment”. So, much like Jane Goodall did with chimpanzees, this upbeat Miss studies her only available subjects: the customers of her coffee shop “jungle”... hilarity ensues! Created and developed by Toronto’s critically acclaimed solo performer, Rebecca Perry, Joanie Little brews up a storm that you won’t want to miss! Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl is the internationally successful show for anyone who has ever hada job they didn’t like.

Recipient of the Audience Choice Award (New York City Stage Buddy), Audience Choice(New York City Frigid Fest), Outstanding Performer and Outstanding Production (NOW Magazine Toronto), and shortlisted for the 2015 The Brighton Award for Artistic Excellence.

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April Wine Friday, May 5, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $58 | Series $53

With fifteen studio albums, three live releases, numerous compilations, a boxed set and thousands of concert dates, it should come as no surprise that April Wine has become enormously popular worldwide. The East Coast group was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in April 2010; 2017 will mark April Wine’s 47th year as a band. April Wine is Myles Goodwyn (guitar, vocals, piano), Brian Greenway (guitar, vocals), Roy “Nip” Nichol (drums, vocals), and Richard Lanthier (bass, vocals).

Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de MontréalMinus OneThursday, May 4, 2017 at 8pm | MAIN THEATRE All-In Price: Regular $69.50 | Series $64.50

Performing at gripping speed, thirty-five dancers jump, spin, and then melt into movements that are slower, hypnotic, though still inspired, before coming full circle to explosive expressiveness. They are by turns joyful, meditative, comical and perfectly geometric, with a unique and audacious physical language that marries grace, agility and humour. Audiences will be left with compelling and unforgettable images that take shape in a charged ambience. Minus One gives Les Grands Ballets’ dancers a chance to demonstrate the full diversity of their talents. This work is one of the company’s largest worldwide successes to date. Set to a soundtrack that moves from traditional to popular songs, as well as baroque music, ethnic rhythms and original compositions.

SPECTACLEDANCE

ROCK

“…wondrously eclectic performance… is brimming with unobstructed kinetic energy

and exuberant musicality….”

Denise SumBallet – Dance Magazine

Michael O’Sullivan

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For Kindergartento Grade 6

The Lightning Thief(Musical Theatre) October 24, 201610:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Peter Rabbit Tales(Musical Theatre)November 8, 201610:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Brown Bear, Brown Bear & Other Treasured Stories (Theatre)November 28, 201610:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Aga-BOOM(Circus Arts)January 23, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Grug and the Rainbow(Puppet Theatre)March 22, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Elephant and Piggie (Musical Theatre)March 29, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

TerZetto(Physical Theatre & Circus)May 1, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

For Grade 4to Grade 12I.aM.mE Dance Crew(Hip-Hop Dance)November 7, 201610:00 AM | 1:00 PM

The Spirit ofHarriet Tubman(Theatre)February 13, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

The Honouring(Indigenous Dance)March 28, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

For Grade 7to Grade 12Jabber(Theatre/Diversity Awareness)April 7, 201710:00 AM | 1:00 PM

Theatre that InspiresSchool Performance Series

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is thrilled to present our new line-up of exceptional performances for students from kindergarten to grade 12. More than 10,000 students and teachers are expected to

explore the theatre and feel the thrill of dance, music, puppetry, theatre, circus and more!

Grug and the Rainbow

Booking Information: Contact: Joanne Churchill Education Outreach Coordinator Phone: 905.681.2551 x 6311 Email: joanne.churchill@burlington.ca

Contact: Christine Kircos Education Outreach Associate Phone: 905.681.2551 x 6274 Email: christine.kircos@burlington.ca

10:00 AM | 1:00 PM Phone: 905.681.2551 x 6274 Phone: 905.681.2551 x 6274 Email: christine.kircos@burlington.ca Email: christine.kircos@burlington.ca

All shows: 7:30pm | All-In Price: $30 | All Ages | General AdmissionTake advantage of an All-In Price of $25 by purchasing your tickets before September 30!

Back for its fourth season, the Live and Local Music Series features talented singers, songwriters and musicians in the intimate surroundings of the Community Studio Theatre. This series was created in 2013 by David Whale and Tim Park in order to promote musicians from the Burlington/Hamilton area. These Burlington residents recognized the need to provide local performers with the opportunity to showcase their talent in a professional venue.

Long & McQuade Burlington has been supporting local artists for over 35 years.

Starting out as Lakeshore Music in 1978 and joining the Long & McQuade family in 2001, our commitment to the local music and arts community continues to be one of our main goals.

We offer sales and rentals of a large variety of musical instruments and professional audio products. Our Lesson Centre is one of the largest in Canada and we continue to help the

growth of music education in schools in Halton Region and beyond.

Now in our fourth season as sponsor of the Live and Local Music Series,we are proud to support all of these great local artists.

Gillian Nicola & Justin Sawicki BandFriday, October 14, 2016The fi rst thing that strikes listeners about Hamilton’s Gillian Nicola is the strength of her vocals. Nicola’s diverse sound includes folk, rock and alt-country infl uences. Justin Sawicki has been active in the Hamilton music scene since 2003. Released in the fall of 2015, his self-titled second album focuses on traditional roots rhythms and arrangements.

Laura Cole & Tomi SwickFriday, January 27, 2017A compromise free, colourfully blunt singer-songwriter, Laura Cole, brings her edgy, soulful and distinctively original vision to life on stage. Singer-songwriter Tomi Swick is a Hamilton native and Juno Award Winner for Best New Artist (2007). Tomi wowed the audience when he appeared in 2013 for the inaugural season of the Live and Local Music Series. We are pleased to welcome him back.

Mary Simon & Stuart Laughton’s Trumpet RomanceFriday, March 3, 2017With a certain je ne sais quois of lyrical sensibility, melodious composition and timeless storytelling, Mary Simon has a “gritty roots rock” sound, not to be missed. Stuart Laughton returns to the Live and Local Series with his one-man multi-media show, Trumpet Romance, using narration, trumpet, guitar, harmonica, and a series of projected images – fi lled with gentle self-irony and humour.

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Burlington

SUMMERPERFORMINGARTSOnce Upona Mattress

Session 1: July 4-15, 2016 Show July 14 at 2:30pm

The Wiz

Session 2: July 18-29, 2016Show July 28 at 2:30pm

Live, grow and belong to the Burlington Student Theatre, where children and youth can participate in a range of performing arts opportunities. Our great team will help you build confidence and self-esteem.

We offer drama classes year-round for children and youth aged 4 to 18 years. For full details on Fall/Winter, Summer programs and shows, visit: Burlington.ca/studenttheatre.

To purchase show tickets, call the box office at 905.681.6000 or visit burlingtonpac.ca

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Just steps away from Lake Ontario and Burlington’s waterfront, The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is a spectacular and convenient venue to host a wide range of corporate and community events, performances, conferences and galas. The Centre is the only performing arts centre in Ontario, and the second venue in Canada, to achieve LEED Gold certification.

Rent the Centre Community on StageThe Burlington Performing Arts Centre strives to nurture and support local presenters and producers, in addition to acting as an energetic catalyst for a vigorous arts sector. Burlington has a substantial performing arts community; we are thrilled to have many of these local arts organizations perform on our stages and join us as we entertain, engage, and inspire all of Burlington!

The Main Theatre is a multi-purpose performance venue seating 718 guests. Audience members enjoy excellent sightlines and proximity to the stage, proving intimate connections between performers and the audience. Our world-class acoustics and newly installed acoustic shell fine tune each performance, enhancing the quality and talent we bring through our doors. The Main Theatre also includes a six-storey fly tower and an interchangeable orchestra pit to accommodate more elaborate productions.

The Community Studio Theatre hosts smaller-scale events and performances for audiences up to 200 people. The Community Studio Theatre was designed as a flexible “black box” space with 2,500 square feet of sprung floor space to accommodate rehearsals, small receptions, intimate concerts, meetings, recitals, and can be used as a holding area for large stage productions in the Main Theatre.

The Family Lobby is a unique venue for receptions, exhibits, corporate functions and civic events. The 5,000-square-foot lobby is surrounded by glass walls and encircled by a mezzanine level, creating a unique social setting.

For more information on renting our facility, please visit www.burlingtonpac.ca/rent-the-centre

Award Ceremonies

Choral Performances

Dance Competitions

Dance Recitals

Film & Television Production

Lectures & Guest Speakers

Multi-Media Presentations

Musical Concerts

Orchestral Performances

Theatrical Productions

Tribute Bands

Workshops

Community presenters bringa variety of events to our stages:

Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 2:00pm

MAIN THEATRE

Regular All-In Price: $31.50Group All-In Price: $28.00Child All-In Price: $16.50

To purchase tickets, call the box office at 905.681.6000 or visit burlingtonpac.ca

Celebrate seniors’ month and the art of staying young with the Burlington Footnotes Senior Performing Troup Inc. This upbeat fast pace

musical variety extravaganza showcases the talent of the 50+ generation!

Burlington Teen Tour Band in Concert

Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 2:00pm & 7:00pm

MAIN THEATRE

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The Burlington Teen Tour Band is Canada’s largest and oldest youth band with approximately 170 members between the ages of 13 and 21. They are an internationally renowned military style precision marching band and perform proudly as “Canada’s Musical Ambassadors”.

The band has performed at such venues as the Rose Bowl, Cotton Bowl, Calgary Stampede, as well as the 40th and 60th Anniversary of D-Day ceremonies in France and the 50th, 60th and 70th Anniversary of the Liberation of Holland.

You are in for a pleasant surprise with this dedicated and talented band in concert.

All-In Ticket Price $31.50To purchase tickets, call the box

office at 905.681.6000 or visit burlingtonpac.ca

A Drummer’s ParadiseSunday, October 30, 2016 Soloist: Beverly Johnston, Marimba

French ConnectionSunday, December 4, 2016 Soloist: Winona Zelenka, Cello

Romance & Passion that Rocks the SoulSunday, February 19, 2017 Soloist: JunoAwardWinnerAlfieZappacosta Singer-Songwriter

An Evening at the PromsSunday, May 14, 2017 “A Favourite British Tradition” Soloists: Robert Pilon, Tenor June Crowley, Soprano

Maestro Claudio Vena Music Director & Conductor

2016/17 Concert Seasonsymphonyonthebay.com

To purchase tickets, call the box office at 905.681.6000 or visit burlingtonpac.ca

To purchase tickets, call the box office at

905.681.6000 or visit burlingtonpac.ca

The beauty and elegance of Verdi’s La Traviata, combined with the power and passion of Puccini’s Tosca, will be presented by SOLO this season.

These timeless masterpieces have forever captured the hearts of music lovers everywhere and will be performed semi-staged with orchestra and chorus.

Come and experience themagic of live opera.

Verdi’s La TraviataSaturday September 17, 2016 at 7:30pm

Puccini’s ToscaSaturday March 4, 2017 at 7:30pm

Regular All-In Price: $45.00 - $55.00

Senior 65+ All-In Price: $35.00

Student (19 and Under) All-In Price: $20.00

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2016|17 Performance Listing by Genre

A CAPPELLACollabro ...................................... p.24Home Free ................................. p.53The Nylons Farwell Tour ........... p.17

BLUESCrystal Shawanda ..................... p.13JW-Jones .................................... p.13Los Lobos ................................... p.37Quinn Sullivan ............................ p.28The Legendary Downchild Blues Band.................................. p.27Whitehorse ................................. p.46

BRUNCHDouble-Double Duo ................. p.14Ensemble Vivant ........................ p.25The Judgement of Paris ........... p.41

CELTICRant Maggie Rant ..................... p.38Rhythm of the Dance ................ p.50The Next Generation Leahy .... p.33

CIRQUEAga-BOOM ................................ p.36Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China ..... p.28

CLASSICALAngèle Dubeau & La Pietà ...... p.29Double-Double Duo ....................p.14Ensemble Vivant .............................p.25James Ehnes @40 ...........................p.16Stewart Goodyear ........................p.39The 5 Browns ...................................p.21The Judgement of Paris ..............p.41The Nutcracker ................................p.31Vienna Boys Choir ........................p.49

CLASSICALCROSSOVERDouble-Double Duo ....................p.14 Ensemble Vivant .............................p.25Fernando Varela .............................p.37Quartetto Gelato ...........................p.21The 5 Browns ...................................p.21The Judgement of Paris ..............p.41

COMEDYAga-BOOM ................................ p.36André-Phillipe Gagnon ............ p.53Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl ........................ p.57Gerry Dee .................................. p.19Just For Laughs Road Show .... p.54Menopause the Musical .......... p.49Receiver of Wreck .................... p.41Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? ..................... p.42The Balloon Tree ........................ p.45

COUNTRY Home Free ........................................p.53Lee Ann Womack ...........................p.35Los Lobos ..........................................p.37The Cooper Brothers ................ p.27The Western Swing Authority .. p.40Wendell Ferguson .................... p.40

CUSHION CONCERTLittle Yarn Stories ....................... p.54The Balloon Tree ........................ p.45

DANCEBalé Folclórico Da Bahia .......... p.47Brotherhood: The Hip Hopera ......................... p.36Forever Tango............................ p.20Form Contemporary Dance Theatre ........................... p.35I.aM.mE Dance Crew ................ p.23Kaha:wi Dance Theatre............. p.52Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal ............................... p.58Out Innerspace Dance Theatre ........................................ p.22Rhythm of the Dance ................ p.50Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China ..... p.28 The Nutcracker ................................p.31

DRAMAForm Contemporary Dance Theatre ........................... p.35Iceland ........................................ p.19Infinity .......................................... p.46Receiver of Wreck .................... p.41

FAMILY Aga-BOOM ................................ p.36Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Other Treasured Stories ........... p.30Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol ..................... p.34I.aM.mE Dance Crew ................ p.23Little Yarn Stories ....................... p.54Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China ..... p.28Shaolin Warriors ........................ p.55The Balloon Tree ........................ p.45The Lightning Thief .................... p.18The Next Generation Leahy .....p.33The Nutcracker ................................p.31‘Twas The Night Before Christmas ...........................................p.33

FOLKBalé Folclórico Da Bahia .......... p.47Lemon Bucket Orkestra ..............p.26Los Lobos ..........................................p.37Quartetto Gelato ...........................p.21Rant Maggie Rant ..........................p.38Sarah MacDougall.........................p.44Stephen Fearing .............................p.51 The Once ...........................................p.24

genNEXTBrotherhood: The Hip Hopera ......................... p.36Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl ........................ p.57Double-Double Duo ....................p.14 I.aM.mE Dance Crew ................ p.23Lemon Bucket Orkestra ..............p.26 Tokyo Police Club .........................p.22

HIP-HOPBrotherhood: The Hip Hopera ......................... p.36I.aM.mE Dance Crew ................ p.23

HOLIDAYCharles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol ..................... p.34Christmas with Matt Dusk and Friends! ............................... p.30 The Nutcracker ................................p.31‘Twas The Night Before Christmas ...........................................p.33

JAZZCarol Welsman .......................... p.14Christmas with Matt Dusk and Friends! ............................... p.30Diana Panton .............................. p.45Eliana Cuevas ............................. p.47 Jane Bunnett and Maqueque ................................. p.16Johannes Linstead .................... p.56Julie Crochetiere ....................... p.25Larry Carlton............................... p.48Maceo Parker ............................ p.32Micah Barnes ............................. p.12Morgan James .......................... p.56Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble.... p.48 The Nylons Farwell Tour ..............p.17

LATINEliana Cuevas ............................. p.47Johannes Linstead .................... p.56Los Lobos ..........................................p.37

MUSICAL THEATREBroadway Today ...........................p.18Collabro .............................................p.24Menopause the Musical .......... p.49ONCE........................................... p.43Piaf! The Show ........................... p.15Some Enchanted Evening ........ p.38The Lightning Thief .................... p.18

ORCHESTRAAngèle Dubeau & La Pietà ........p.29 Broadway Today ...........................p.18Carol Welsman .......................... p.14Fernando Varela .............................p.37Forever Tango............................ p.20Some Enchanted Evening ........ p.38 The Nylons Farwell Tour ..............p.17‘Twas The Night Before Christmas ...........................................p.33

POPChristmas with Matt Dusk and Friends! ............................... p.30Fernando Varela .............................p.37Julie Crochetiere ....................... p.25Lee Ann Womack ...........................p.35Luke McMaster ...............................p.12Micah Barnes ............................. p.12Morgan James .......................... p.56

POP CONTINUEDQuinn Sullivan .................................p.28The Nylons Farwell Tour ..............p.17Whitehorse .......................................p.46

ROCKApril Wine ........................................p.59Los Lobos ..........................................p.37Stephen Fearing .............................p.51 Tokyo Police Club .........................p.22Quinn Sullivan .................................p.28Whitehorse .......................................p.46

SINGER-SONGWRITERDiana Panton .............................. p.45Eliana Cuevas ............................. p.47Julie Crochetiere ....................... p.25Luke McMaster ...............................p.12Micah Barnes ............................. p.12Morgan James .......................... p.56Sarah MacDougall.........................p.44Stephen Fearing .............................p.51

SOULJulie Crochetiere ....................... p.25Luke McMaster ...............................p.12Maceo Parker ............................ p.32Morgan James .......................... p.56

SPECTACLEAga-BOOM ................................ p.36Kaha:wi Dance Theatre............. p.52Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal ............................... p.58 Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China ..... p.28Shaolin Warriors ........................ p.55The Lightning Thief .................... p.18

SWINGCarol Welsman .......................... p.14The Western Swing Authority .. p.40

THEATREAga-BOOM ................................ p.36Brotherhood: The Hip Hopera ......................... p.36Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Other Treasured Stories ........... p.30 Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol ..................... p.34

THEATRE CONTINUEDConfessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl ........................ p.57Iceland ........................................ p.19Infinity .......................................... p.46Little Yarn Stories ....................... p.54Menopause the Musical .......... p.49Receiver of Wreck .................... p.41Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? ..................... p.42 The Balloon Tree ........................ p.45

VOICESAfrican Guitar Summit .................p.44Broadway Today ...........................p.18Carol Welsman .......................... p.14Collabro .............................................p.24Diana Panton .............................. p.45Fernando Varela .............................p.37Home Free ........................................p.53Piaf! The Show ........................... p.15Some Enchanted Evening ........ p.38The Nylons Farwell Tour ..............p.17Vienna Boys Choir ........................p.49

WORLDAfrican Guitar Summit .................p.44Balé Folclórico Da Bahia .......... p.47Eliana Cuevas ............................. p.47Ensemble Vivant .............................p.25Forever Tango............................ p.20Jane Bunnett and Maqueque ................................. p.16Johannes Linstead .................... p.56Lemon Bucket Orkestra ..............p.26Los Lobos ..........................................p.37Piaf! The Show ........................... p.15Quartetto Gelato ...........................p.21Rant Maggie Rant ..........................p.38 Rhythm of the Dance ................ p.50The Once ...........................................p.24

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Performance p.# Regular Series 5th Anniversary Concert featuring Royal Wood 11 $45 $40 African Guitar Summit 44 $47 $42 Aga-BOOM Adult 36 $31 $26 Aga-BOOM Child 36 $20 $15 André-Phillipe Gagnon 53 $69.50 $64.50 Angèle Dubeau & La Pietà 29 $69.50 $64.50 April Wine 59 $58 $53 Balé Folclórico Da Bahia: Bahia of All Colours 47 $58 $53 Broadway Today 18 $69.50 $64.50 Brotherhood: The Hip Hopera 36 $40 $35 Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Other Treasured Stories Adult 30 $31 $26 Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Other Treasured Stories Child 30 $20 $15 Carol Welsman: Swing Ladies, Swing 14 $69.50 $64.50 Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Adult 34 $47 $42 Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Youth 34 $25 $20 Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Family 4-Pack

(2 Adult, 2 Youth)34 $124 - Call Box Office To Order

Christmas with Matt Dusk and Friends! 30 $69.50 $64.50 Collabro 24 $47 $42 Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl 57 $40 $35 Crystal Shawanda with special guest JW-Jones

13 $47 $42

Diana Panton 45 $47 $42 Double-Double Duo Brunch 14 $75 $70 Double-Double Duo No Brunch 14 $50 $45 Eliana Cuevas 47 $47 $42 Ensemble Vivant Brunch 25 $75 $70 Ensemble Vivant No Brunch 25 $50 $45 Fernando Varela 37 $58 $53 Forever Tango 20 $80 $75 Form Contemporary Dance Theatre: VARIATIONS OF SILENCE

35 $47 $42

Gerry Dee 19 $69.50 $64.50 Home Free 53 $58 $53 I.aM.mE Dance Crew 23 $58 $53 Iceland 19 $40 $35 Infinity 46 $40 $35 James Ehnes @40 16 $69.50 $64.50 Jane Bunnett and Maqueque 16 $47 $42 Johannes Linstead 56 $58 $53 Julie Crochetiere 25 $47 $42 Just for Laughs Road Show 54 $69.50 $64.50 Kaha:wi Dance Theatre: The Honouring 52 $58 $53 Larry Carlton 48 $65 $60 Lee Ann Womack 35 $69.50 $64.50 Lemon Bucket Orkestra 26 $47 $42 Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal: Minus One 58 $69.50 $64.50

2016|17 Season PricesIntroducing All-In Pricing!We’re listening – you asked for all-in pricing and here it is. All prices listed include Capital Investment Fund (CIF) contributions, and all fees and taxes. What you see is what you pay!

Youth = 18 and under Child = 12 and under

Performance p.# Regular Series Little Yarn Stories 54 $14 $14

Los Lobos 37 $69.50 $64.50

Luke McMaster 12 $47 $42

Maceo Parker 32 $69.50 $64.50

Menopause The Musical 49 $69.50 $64.50

Micah Barnes 12 $47 $42

Morgan James 56 $58 $53

ONCE 43 $129 $124

Out Innerspace Dance Theatre: Major Motion Picture 22 $47 $42

Piaf! The Show 15 $69.50 $64.50

Quartetto Gelato 21 $47 $42

Quinn Sullivan 28 $54 $49

Rant Maggie Rant 38 $47 $42

Receiver of Wreck 41 $40 $35

Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble: Swingin' with Oscar 48 $47 $42

Rhythm Of The Dance Adult 50 $69.50 $64.50

Rhythm Of The Dance Youth 50 $40 $35

Robert Dubac's THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? 42 $54 $49

Sarah MacDougall 44 $47 $42

Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China Adult 28 $58 $53

Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China Youth 28 $25 $20

Shaolin Warriors Adult 55 $80 $75

Shaolin Warriors Youth 55 $40 $35

Some Enchanted Evening 38 $69.50 $64.50

Stephen Fearing 51 $47 $42

Stewart Goodyear 39 $69.50 $64.50

The 5 Browns 21 $69.50 $64.50

The Balloon Tree 45 $14 $14

The Judgement of Paris Brunch 41 $75 $70

The Judgement of Paris No Brunch 41 $50 $45

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band with special guest The Cooper Brothers

27 $64 $59

The Lightning Thief Adult 18 $31 $26

The Lightning Thief Child 18 $20 $15

The Next Generation Leahy Adult 33 $58 $53

The Next Generation Leahy Youth 33 $25 $20

The Nutcracker – State Ballet Theatre of Russia Adult 31 $80 $75

The Nutcracker – State Ballet Theatre of Russia Youth 31 $40 $35

The Nylons Farewell Tour 17 $69.50 $64.50

The Once 24 $47 $42

The Western Swing Authority with special guest Wendell Ferguson

40 $47 $42

Tokyo Police Club 22 $54 $49

‘Twas The Night Before Christmas Adult 33 $47 $42

‘Twas The Night Before Christmas Youth 33 $25 $20

‘Twas The Night Before Christmas Family 4-Pack (2 Adult, 2 Youth)

33 $124 - Call Box Office To Order

Vienna Boys Choir 49 $69.50 $64.50

Whitehorse 46 $58 $53

Select 4 or more shows from our 2016/2017 Presenting Season and receive the Series Price!

Youth = 18 and under Child = 12 and under

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