What’s on in Burlington.

Thursday, February 25th

7:30PM – 10:30PM

Classic Albums Live – Madonna: The Immaculate Collection

A celebration of Madonna's music, featuring hits including "Vogue," "Like a Prayer," and "Material Girl."

Main Theatre

Tuesday, March 9th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

The Other Mozart – The forgotten story of Mozart’s genius sister

The forgotten story of Mozart’s genius sister. The Other Mozart is an award-winning, Drama Desk nominated play telling the true, forgotten story of Nannerl Mozart, the genius sister of Amadeus, who performed throughout Europe alongside him to equal acclaim, but her work and her story faded away, lost to history. Set in a stunning 18-foot dress, inspired by the Mozart family’s hilarious and heartbreaking letters, this award-winning production by playwright Sylvia Milo ushers you into a world of opulence and delight – obscured by restriction and prejudice. Music score by Nathan Davis and Phyllis Chen (Lincoln Center’s Mostly Mozart Festival) brings Nannerl’s musical imagination to life using clavichords, music boxes, teacups and fluttering fans. With the opulent beauty of the dress, the sweet smell of perfume, the sublime enveloping sound and the clouds of dusting powder rising from the stage, the performance creates a multi-sensual experience. There, in communion with the audience, this other Mozart at last tells her story. “Strikingly beautiful” – New York Times “A gem of a show” – The Stage (London) “dazzling, original performance… hauntingly beautiful compositions… the dress is worthy of a gallery installation all its own.” – LA Times “fascinating and irresistibly intelligent… it is beautiful.” – Theatermania “This show is the height of theatrical achievement.” — Theater is Easy

Main Theatre

Thursday, March 11th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Emerald Isle – A Joyful Celebration of Irish Music, Song and Dance

Fresh from its World Premiere, where Emerald Isle received a 5 Star review, this world’s first in Irish music, song and dance takes us around the 32 counties of the island of Ireland. Emerald Isle is a breath taking live show that transports audiences on a magical journey through the heart and soul of Ireland. Created by the visionary producer Chris Hannon, former Lord of the Dance Star and creator of the global sensation Murphy’s Celtic Legacy, this extraordinary performance celebrates the rich tapestry of Irish culture, from its vibrant traditions to its mythical stories and ancient sites. Witness world-class dancers, musicians, and singers come together to create an unforgettable experience that captures the essence of Ireland’s 32 counties. Immerse yourself in the rhythm of traditional Irish music, be captivated by the energy of electrifying dance performances, and be moved by the heartfelt melodies of Irish song. Emerald Isle is more than just a show; it’s an invitation to experience the magic of Ireland first hand. Prepare to be enchanted as we bring the Emerald Isle to life on stage.

Main Theatre

Sunday, March 14th

2:00PM – 10:00PM

Choir! Choir! Choir! – Landslide: An EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along

Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns the audience into performers! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited! So grab a friend (or ten), and come out ready to give it all you’ve got – all voices welcome, no experience necessary. This time, Choir!Choir!Choir! Presents: Landslide: An EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along Nothing feels better than belting out songs like these with a room full of Fleetwood Mac fans! Channel your inner Stevie Nicks, grab your best friends and frenemies, and create harmonies that you won’t believe! Landslide: An EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along will be the most fun you’ve had in years… Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman + Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions. Now it’s your turn to SING!, so grab your friends, get your tickets and we’ll C! you there! #NeverStopSinging “Breathing new life into pop songs.” — The New Yorker “A moving thing to behold.” — Roots Music Canada “A powerful example of how music can bring people together and build community.” — The New Yorker

Main Theatre

Wednesday, March 17th

1:00PM – 10:00PM

Erth’s Shark Dive

It’s a shark dive, but not as you know it! Delve deep to discover what swims beneath the surface. Come face to face with an array of enchanting sea life that has existed from deep within our prehistoric past to the rich biodiversity that now inhabits the world’s oceans. Presented as a live poetic documentary, the exquisite puppets of Erth’s Shark Dive will enchant and delight, and challenge you to reconsider our own role in protecting these much maligned magnificent creatures. You won’t encounter any Hollywood jump scares here: you will be surprised at how beautiful these creatures actually are. Take the risk and have your expectations turned upside down! Encounter bull sharks, grey nurses and the majestic great white shark in this tantalising underwater experience from one of Australia’s foremost visual theatre companies. Erth’s Shark Dive was originally commissioned for the Australian Museum, and has been presented at the Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney Festival and Brisbane Festival before touring the USA. “The puppetry was nothing short of magnificent.” — Theatre Travels

Main Theatre

Thursday, March 18th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Big Sugar ¡EARTHLINGS! Live

Big Sugar, the Canadian roots rock reggae band, returns with ¡Earthlings!, their first new album in seven years. Gordie Johnson and Big Sugar will perform a two-set evening, featuring new songs alongside fan favorites including "Diggin A Hole" and "All Hell For A Basement".

Main Theatre

Thursday, March 25th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

By a Thread

By a Thread is an aerial circus show featuring seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope. The cast uses two industrial pulleys and heavy-duty sailing rope to create acrobatic and choreographed sequences that explore themes of trust, connection, and relationships. The performance weaves together virtuosic acrobatics and intricate choreography, with moments of confusion, hilarity, romance, playfulness, fear, and friendship. The rope serves as a physical manifestation of trust, used as a metaphor for community and the dynamics of connecting with one another. Performers work 6 metres above the ground. The ensemble has toured in Europe, Canada, and Asia. The show uses only one prop onstage — 30 metres of white cotton rope — with classic acrobatic techniques applied in expansive ways. Director and company co-founder Charice Rust notes: "At the core of By a Thread is a desire to share with the audience the trust implicit in ensemble acrobatic work. Circus is a powerful art form because what you see before you is actually what is happening. When you see someone taking a risk by hanging upside down from a rope that is held up only by other people, there is no illusion or trick, that risk is real and the audience can feel that." This is a one-night-only performance at BPAC.

Main Theatre

Fri, Mar 26 – Sun, Mar 28

Modern Biology

Modern Biology has brought ‘plant music’ to the masses. Originally educated as a biologist, veteran musician Tarun Nayar brings his passion for nature and sound together in an ambient project that is organismic, immediate, uplifting, and deeply contextual. He uses modular synthesis, home built synthesizers and other analog equipment to improvise with the natural vibrations of a certain place and time – via plant bioelectricity, latent electromagnetic radiation, and even the earth’s resonant hum. Trained from childhood in Indian classical music, he uses the system of Indian raga to mold his musical choices for time of day and season. His performances are an effort to bring the listener into the present moment through vibration, space, and connection. His videos have been viewed over 100 million times and amassed him over 1 million followers online, and he has been featured by The Guardian, LA Times, BBC, Genius, Vice, The Verge, and DJ Mag among others. His recent albums have received editorial support on Spotify’s Music for Plants, Deep Listening, and Lava Lamp playlists. Recent live performances include Art Basel (Miami), MOCA (Los Angeles), New York Botanical Garden, and the Vancouver Art Gallery. Tarun’s ‘Field Trip’ project is an effort to reconnect listeners to the natural environment, especially in urban settings. Audiences assemble in a public park, forage, and then listen to music improvised from the bioelectric impulses of collected plants and mushrooms. Recent field trips include New York City, San Francisco, San Diego, Vancouver, and Toronto. In the fall of 2023 Modern Biology opens the Nobel Prize Museum’s Fungi Exhibition in Stockholm. Tarun is passionate about protecting wild places and has committed the lion’s share of the proceeds of this project to supporting the natural world.

Community Studio Theatre

Saturday, March 27th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Burlington Symphony Orchestra: Inspired by Nature

BSO On Sale Schedule Current Subscribers: Sat May 9 – Tue June 2, 2026. *Phone or In-Person Sales Only* New Full Season Subscriptions: Wed June 3, 2026. *Phone or In-Person Sales Only* Pick 3 Subscriptions: Tue Aug 4, 2026. *Phone or In-Person Sales Only* Single Tickets: Tue Aug 25, 2026. *Available online, phone, or in-person* Debussy – Danse sacree et profane Vivaldi – Spring from The Four Seasons Debussy – Prelude a l’apres midi d’un Faun Dvorak – Symphony No. 6

Main Theatre

Friday, April 2nd

7:30PM – 10:00PM

First Ladies of Jazz

This concert celebrates three jazz legends: Mildred Bailey, the Queen of Swing; Billie Holiday, Lady Day; and Ella Fitzgerald, the Queen of Jazz. Through their distinctive voices and groundbreaking artistry, these artists shaped the sound of jazz and left an enduring mark on music history. Presented by Tim Johnson (RUMBLE: The Indians Who Rocked The World) and Juliet Dunn (Niagara Jazz Festival), the performance features three vocalists backed by a jazz ensemble of JUNO Award and Order of Canada recipients. The program includes timeless songs from the Great American Songbook while tracing the musical roots of jazz — a fusion of African American, American Indian, and European traditions.

Main Theatre

Friday, April 16th

7:30PM

Five Alarm

Directed by Melissa Roberts. Produced by TBD. A fairground in Killaloe, Ontario is home to the annual Wayne Rose Memorial Chili Cook Off, where Killaloe residents come each year to compete for the honour and the cash prize. The most determined of these is Ava Rose, who has tried (and failed) to win for sixteen years. This year, with the help of a new assistant, Ava returns to battle her former childhood friend and rival. If she can piece together her late father's missing Five Alarm Chili recipe, she might just piece together the mysteries of her past. Author: Kristen Da Silva. Ages: All Ages. Show Schedule: April 16, 2027 @ 7:30 pm April 17, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) April 17, 2027 @ 7:30 pm April 23, 2027 @ 7:30 pm April 24, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) April 24, 2027 @ 7:30 pm April 30, 2027 @ 7:30 pm May 1, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) May 1, 2027 @ 7:30 pm Prices: Adult: $33.00; Senior (60+): $28.00 Five Alarm was first produced by Port Stanley Festival Theatre in July of 2017 (Port Stanley, ON). Five Alarm is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.mqlit.ca. Kristen Da Silva is a member of the Playwrights Guild of Canada. Box Office: 905-639-7700. Email: info@theatreburlington.on.ca

Theatre Burlington, 2311 New St, Central Park, Burlington, ON · $28 - $33

Tuesday, April 20th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Can You Sing Canada? Burlington Edition

Can You Sing Canada is a touring production now in its 7th year that holds local auditions to discover community singers and presents them in a live show. The performance features a dynamic lineup of local performers spanning all ages and musical styles, including rock, country, piano ballads, crooners, and pop. A Canadian rock band of seasoned industry veterans provides backing for all performances. The show incorporates audience participation through sing-alongs and group singing moments designed to engage the theatre.

Main Theatre