Events happening in Burlington.

Monday, February 15th

1:00PM – 3:30PM

Family Day! – Samajam: YOU are the Show!

You are the musician. You are the creator. You are the show. This fully participatory musical experience invites the audience to actively perform throughout 90% of the show. The program combines interactive participation, musical learning, rhythmic challenges, video games, comedic sketches, and exploration of diverse songs and rhythms from around the world. Each attendee receives a Musical Bag containing three percussion instruments to play at key moments, building the collective rhythmic creation and musical progression. Everyone can participate, regardless of age, musical experience, or skill level. The show has been presented more than 1,500 times across 8 countries, with over 1 million tickets sold.

Main Theatre · $25.50-$45.50

Saturday, February 20th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Hamlet

Seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope create By a Thread, a one-night performance featuring two industrial pulleys and heavy-duty sailing rope transformed into an acrobatic spectacle.

Main Theatre · Pay what you can

Tuesday, February 23rd

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Matt Andersen

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores themes of desire, struggle, and identity through a fresh interpretation of the classic play.

Main Theatre · $59.50-$79.50

Thursday, February 25th

7:30PM – 10:30PM

Classic Albums Live – Madonna: The Immaculate Collection

Seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope make up By a Thread heading to BPAC for one night only. Two industrial pulleys and a heavy-duty sailing rope are transformed…

Main Theatre · $74.50-$94.50

Tuesday, March 9th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

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

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores themes of desire, struggle, and identity through a fresh interpretation of the classic play.

Main Theatre · $49.50-$69.50

Thursday, March 11th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

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

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and identity through a reimagined take on the classic play.

Main Theatre · $69.50-$89.50

Saturday, March 13th

7:30PM – 10:30PM

Southern Ontario Lyric Opera: Double Bill

Seven Australian acrobats perform with 30 metres of rope, two industrial pulleys, and heavy-duty sailing rope in a striking aerial display.

Main Theatre

Sunday, March 14th

2:00PM – 10:00PM

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

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and profound questions through their distinctive interpretation of the classic.

Main Theatre · $56.50-$76.50

Wednesday, March 17th

1:00PM – 10:00PM

Erth’s Shark Dive

Seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope make up By a Thread. Two industrial pulleys and a heavy-duty sailing rope are transformed into a performance space where the acrobats execute feats of strength, balance, and artistry suspended in mid-air.

Main Theatre · $34.50-$54.50

Thursday, March 18th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Big Sugar ¡EARTHLINGS! Live

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and questioning through a distinctive reimagining of the classic play.

Main Theatre · $67.50-$87.50

Friday, March 19th

8:00PM – 10:00PM

Beaches Jazz Festival: Dreamer: The Supertramp Experience

Seven Australian acrobats perform acrobatic feats using 30 metres of rope, two industrial pulleys, and heavy-duty sailing rope in By a Thread.

Main Theatre

Saturday, March 20th

8:00PM – 10:00PM

Beaches Jazz Festival: Brass Transit: Chicago Tribute

A bold adaptation of Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production draws on Shakespeare's classic to explore themes of desire, struggle, and identity through the performers' perspectives and experiences. This reimagining offers a fresh lens on the familiar story, centering the voices and artistic vision of its cast.

Main Theatre

Thursday, March 25th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

By a Thread

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet, performed by eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and identity through a fresh interpretation of the classic.

Main Theatre · Pay what you can

Fri, Mar 26 – Sun, Mar 28

Modern Biology

Seven Australian acrobats perform on 30 metres of rope in By a Thread. Two industrial pulleys and a heavy-duty sailing rope are transformed into the stage for this one-night-only performance.

Community Studio Theatre · $35

Saturday, March 27th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Burlington Symphony Orchestra: Inspired by Nature

A reimagining of Hamlet featuring eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desires, struggles, and questions through an adaptation of Shakespeare's classic.

Main Theatre

Friday, April 2nd

7:30PM – 10:00PM

First Ladies of Jazz

Seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope create By a Thread. Two industrial pulleys and a heavy-duty sailing rope are transformed into a high-flying performance that showcases extraordinary skill and artistry.

Main Theatre · $54.50-$74.50

Friday, April 16th

7:30PM

Five Alarm

Five Alarm is a comedy about Ava Rose, a Killaloe resident who has competed in the Wayne Rose Memorial Chili Cook Off for sixteen years without winning. This year, armed with a new assistant and determined to recover her late father's missing Five Alarm Chili recipe, she faces off against her childhood rival in a quest to reclaim both the competition's honour and cash prize — and uncover the mysteries of her past. Directed by Melissa Roberts and written by Kristen Da Silva (a member of the Playwrights Guild of Canada). Suitable for all ages. Adult tickets: $33.00. Senior (60+): $28.00. Box office: 905-639-7700. Email: info@theatreburlington.on.ca. www.mqlit.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

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet performed by eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and big questions through a fresh interpretation of the classic play.

Main Theatre · $39.50-$59.50