October 2018
Comedy Unbound! A Tribute to Stuart Hamilton
Stuart Hamilton was endearingly known as Stuartissimo!, a moniker which paid tribute to his grand contribution to the vocal arts in Canada, and his penchant for humour. We sing – and laugh – in memory of Stuart Hamilton, his genius and his legacy. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $189 Tier 1; $149 Tier 2; $90 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $168 Tier 1; $133 Tier 2; $82 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing…
Find out more »Zoomer Radio presents: The Ault Sisters – Sisters in Song
The Ault Sisters are a Toronto-based jazz vocal trio whose signature close harmonies have been compared to such vocal groups as the Andrews Sisters, the McGuire Sisters, and the Manhattan Transfer. Their new show, “Sisters In Song” is their loving tribute to the fantastic sister groups whose music amazed and inspired them. In “Sisters In Song”, the Ault Sisters present updated versions of classic tunes previously performed by such famous sister groups as the Andrews Sisters, the McGuire Sisters, the…
Find out more »November 2018
Out of Character
A concert dedicated to the music of Latin America. Featuring Lynn Isnar, Margie Bernal, Guillermo Silva-Marin and Larry Beckwith. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Cascades
Carol Jantsch, Principal Tubist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Soloist Jean-Michel Malouf, Conductor One of the finest young tubists in the world today, Carol Jantsch will bring her unique blend of virtuosity and lyricism to Toronto for a wonderful afternoon of new and familiar music for tuba and brass. These lows notes will definitely be a highlight to open our 2018-19 season. SUBSCRIPTION & TICKET OPTIONS Single tickets: $41; $31; $21 and $13. Subscriptions: BUY NOW! Jane Mallett Series – $40…
Find out more »Al Namrood: A Play by the Sharjah National Theatre
The play “Al Namrood” is classified as historical drama as it deals with stories and events of ancient history which exemplify reality. Nimrod Ben Canaan “Al Namrood”, the governor of Babylon, King of Assyria, claimed divinity and Godhead, and he was notorious for his injustice, tyranny and the killing of innocent people of Babylon. He confiscated their rights and their money. The irony of fate and divine justice was one in which his own life would end at the hands…
Find out more »Robert Pilon & Friends: Time to Remember
Robert Pilon (Phantom from Phantom of the Opera, Jean Valjean, Les Miserables) returns to the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts with his “friends” for an inspiring evening of musical remembrance marking the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War 1 for the benefit of Wounded Warriors Canada. Exceptional talent confirmed thus far: Jully Black (jazz and blues singer), Sean Cullen (comedian), Dr. Draw (electric violinist extraordinaire), Holly Carr (performance artist), and a sixty member choir. This evening…
Find out more »Charbel Rouhana & Canadian Arabic Orchestra
A Tribute to Sayyed Darwish 20 musicians, singers and chorists from the Canadian Arabic Orchestra take the stage with Charbel Rouhana for a tribute to Sayyed Darwish in a modern day rendition of his all-time favorites. Dubbed as the father of Modern Arabic Music with songs like “Zourouni”, “Salma Ya Salama”, “El Helwa Ahi” and “Ahou Da Elli Sar”, Sayyed Darwish is honored in this performance almost 100 years after his passing. Lebanese composer, singer and musician, Charbel Rouhana is…
Find out more »Ensemble Made in Canada
Ensemble Made in Canada, Canada’s premier piano quartet, brings together four musicians with solid individual careers: Angela Park, piano; Elissa Lee, violin; Sharon Wei, viola; and Rachel Mercer, cello. Awarded the 2006 Galaxie Stars Award, EMIC has performed extensively throughout Canada, and has been Ensemble-in-Residence at Western University since 2014. PROGRAMME: MOSAIQUE, a specially commissioned suite of piano quartets by 14 Canadian composers, each inspired by a particular region of Canada. — Schumann – Piano Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 47…
Find out more »Jules Massenet’s Werther
Featuring Isabel Bayrakdarian, Brett Polegato, and Matt Chittick. At the height of the Romantic era, the impossible love of Goethe’s tragic hero is pitted against an unforgiving social environment, inspiring a wealth of melodic splendour. (in French with English surtitles) SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $189 Tier 1; $149 Tier 2; $90 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $168 Tier 1; $133 Tier 2; $82 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off…
Find out more »Louise Bessette
Over her 35 year career, Louise Bessette has gained renown for her performances and for her commitment to promoting contemporary music. In addition to many recordings as a soloist and with chamber ensembles, along with appearances worldwide with orchestras and at important festivals, Ms. Bessette regularly tours throughout America, Europe and Asia. In 2016 Louise Bessette won her eighth Opus Prize (the Quebec Junos). Programme: ESCALES — Un piano autour du monde — Piano around the World John Adams – China…
Find out more »2018 Grand Slam
Speaker Slam is Canada’s largest Inspirational Speaking Competition bringing together the best speakers, reputable professional judges and hundreds of passionate attendees who thrive on inspiration, community and connection. After our second year of Speaker Slam, it has all come down to this: the Grand Slam! 14 of the year’s best, ready to take centre stage and go head to head and heart to heart to determine who is the 2018 Speaker Slam Champion. The winner will walk away with the…
Find out more »December 2018
Gryphon Trio
Celebrating their 25th anniversary season throughout 2018, the Gryphon Trio continues to impress critics and audiences around the world with its highly refined, dynamic performances. Repertoire from the traditional to the contemporary, commissioning – and playing – more than fifty mostly Canadian works, teaching and touring: the Gryphon does it all. PROGRAMME: Mozart and Mirrors: Works by Mozart, Silvestrov, Part and others Paul Frehner – Bytown Waters, Toronto premiere, commissioned to celebrate the Trio’s 25th anniversary season. — Brahms – Piano…
Find out more »Die Fledermaus
“Champagne’s delicious bubbles” set the stage for the Waltz King’s greatest hit. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Die Fledermaus
“Champagne’s delicious bubbles” set the stage for the Waltz King’s greatest hit. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Die Fledermaus
“Champagne’s delicious bubbles” set the stage for the Waltz King’s greatest hit. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Die Fledermaus
“Champagne’s delicious bubbles” set the stage for the Waltz King’s greatest hit. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »January 2019
Die Fledermaus
“Champagne’s delicious bubbles” set the stage for the Waltz King’s greatest hit. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Van Kuijk Quartet
Since their formation in 2012, Quatuor Van Kuijk has collected accolades: First, Best Beethoven and Best Haydn Prizes at the 2015 Wigmore Hall International String Quartet competition, First Prize and an Audience Award at the Trondheim International Chamber Music Competition, as well as becoming laureates of the Aix-en-Provence Festival Academy. Currently BBC New Generation Artists, the Van Kuijk Quartet is in residence at ProQuartet, Paris, where they study with members of the Alban Berg, Artemis, and Hagen Quartets. PROGRAMME: Haydn –…
Find out more »February 2019
Franz Schubert’s Fierabras
Featuring Justin Welsh, Amy Welsh and Lawrence Wilford. Canadian premiere. The juxtaposition of two religions is the backdrop for powerful rivalries, the triumph of love and new understanding in the most idealistic of Romantic traditions. (in German with English surtitles) SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $189 Tier 1; $149 Tier 2; $90 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $168 Tier 1; $133 Tier 2; $82 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20%…
Find out more »Juho Pohjonen
Celebrated as one of Finland’s most outstanding pianists, Juho Pohjonen gives recital and concerto performances widely in Europe and the U.S. Recent highlights include his debuts with Vancouver, Baltimore, and Cleveland Symphonies, and he continues his close association with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center at Alice Tully Hall and on tour. He was a student of the Sibelius Academy where he completed his Master’s Degree in 2008. “An unmannered style that called attention to the music more than…
Find out more »From Russia with Brass
Former Principal Trumpet of the New York Philharmonic, Philip Smith is back with the band to lead a concert of rollicking and powerful Russian music. Featuring the Festive Overture, The Procession of the Nobles, the Polovtsian Dances and other familiar barnstormers, this concert will get you dancing and keep you humming. SUBSCRIPTION & TICKET OPTIONS Single tickets: $41; $31; $21 and $13. Subscriptions: BUY NOW! Jane Mallett Series – $40 (students); $100 (seniors), $150.00 (adults) 4-Concert Series – $50 (students),…
Find out more »Juilliard Quartet with Marc-Andre Hamelin
The Juilliard returned to Music Toronto in 2015 after many years’ absence. They were invited back in 2016 with their new cellist, Astrid Schween. The renewed Juilliard retains its legendary reputation and continues to represent the best in American string playing. Marc-Andre Hamelin needs no introduction. He plays his 12th recital on our stage in October to open the 18-19 season. Among the great pianists of this age, with a discography that now numbers more than 100 recordings, he also…
Find out more »March 2019
Perchance to Dream
We’ll Gather Lilacs in the Spring Again caused a sensation and Novello’s great musical ran for more than one thousand performances. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 24 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »Danny Driver
One of Britain’s most respected and versatile pianists, Danny Driver made his Toronto debut on this series in November 2016 and we discovered his “impeccable technique and musicianship” (Gramophone). Most of his 15 recordings are on Hyperion—a label he shares with Marc-Andre Hamelin and Stephen Hough, company in which he definitely belongs. In addition to a busy performing career, Danny Driver was appointed Professor of Piano at London’s Royal College of Music in Fall 2016. Programme: C P E Bach –…
Find out more »Lafayette and Saguenay Quartets
The Lafayette has achieved more than 30 years as an ensemble without a single change of personnel. Coaching with major quartets followed by important awards led to an enduring career. The LSQ have been artists-in-residence at the University of Victoria since 1991. The Saguenay (formed in 1989 as the Alcan) has developed a reputation for excellence throughout Canada and internationally since its formation over twenty-five years ago. Based in Chicoutimi, Quebec, it receives the unconditional support of the Orchestre symphonique…
Find out more »SIGMA
A production from Gandini Juggling The place where juggling and Bharathanatyam meet is a place of ecstatic geometries. A criss-cross of rhythmic incandescence. Sigma is a spectacular new cross art-form production in collaboration with Gandini Juggling and dazzling Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer Seeta Patel. The production showcases exuberant rhythms, patterns and colours, celebrating the dialogue between the worlds of juggling, music and classical Indian dance. Gandini Juggling have a reputation for innovation, pushing the boundaries of their art form by…
Find out more »SIGMA
A production from Gandini Juggling The place where juggling and Bharathanatyam meet is a place of ecstatic geometries. A criss-cross of rhythmic incandescence. Sigma is a spectacular new cross art-form production in collaboration with Gandini Juggling and dazzling Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer Seeta Patel. The production showcases exuberant rhythms, patterns and colours, celebrating the dialogue between the worlds of juggling, music and classical Indian dance. Gandini Juggling have a reputation for innovation, pushing the boundaries of their art form by…
Find out more »Kurt Weill’s The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny
Featuring Elizabeth DeGrazia, Marion Newman, and Theodore Baerg. Condemned by the Nazis, this masterwork’s acerbic politics and satirical themes merge with humanity’s search for happiness. (in English) SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $189 Tier 1; $149 Tier 2; $90 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $168 Tier 1; $133 Tier 2; $82 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 24 Single tickets available September 14, 2018 Prices…
Find out more »Kurt Weill’s The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny
Featuring Elizabeth DeGrazia, Marion Newman, and Theodore Baerg. Condemned by the Nazis, this masterwork’s acerbic politics and satirical themes merge with humanity’s search for happiness. (in English) SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $189 Tier 1; $149 Tier 2; $90 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $168 Tier 1; $133 Tier 2; $82 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 24 Single tickets available September 14, 2018…
Find out more »April 2019
Hilario Duran Trio, Annalee Patipatanakoon and Roman Borys
Cuban-born Hilario Duran grew up in Havana in a musical family, and immigrated to Canada in 1998. A giant of Afro-Cuban jazz, Hilario Duran performed with legends such as Dizzy Gillespie, Michel Legrand and Arturo Sandoval. In his now 4-decade career, Duran has won multiple Junos and Canadian National Jazz Awards. For his special programme, Hilario will be joined by the Hilario Duran Trio: Hilario Duran (piano), Roberto Occhipinti (bass), Mark Kelso (drums), and by Annalee Patipatanakoon (violin), and Roman…
Find out more »North Atlantic Drift
The North Atlantic Drift is a current that runs directly from Canada’s East Coast to Ireland providing a historical trading and cultural connection. This season finale concert with the acclaimed Celtic Trio of the same name brings together the music of Ireland, Scotland, and Cape Breton with a distinctly Canadian style. Together with our own Scottish Lord of the Dance, James Gourlay, the trio and brass will get your toes tapping and leave you with a song in your heart…
Find out more »Ariel Quartet
Formed in Israel nearly twenty years ago when its members were students, the Quartet was recently awarded the prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award. The Ariel serves as the Faculty Quartet-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati’s College Conservatory of Music, where they play their own annual series of concerts in addition to their busy international touring schedule. PROGRAMME: Neue Bahnen (New Paths) Schumann – Quartet No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 41, No. 1 Beethoven – Quartet No. 11 in F Minor, Op. 95,…
Find out more »The Merry Widow
Enjoy the greatest waltz of them all in Lehar’s masterwork of love, comedy and romance. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »The Merry Widow
Enjoy the greatest waltz of them all in Lehar’s masterwork of love, comedy and romance. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »The Merry Widow
Enjoy the greatest waltz of them all in Lehar’s masterwork of love, comedy and romance. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors and Students: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »The Merry Widow
Enjoy the greatest waltz of them all in Lehar’s masterwork of love, comedy and romance. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »The Merry Widow
Enjoy the greatest waltz of them all in Lehar’s masterwork of love, comedy and romance. SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE Regular: $205 Tier 1; $153 Tier 2; $127 Tier 3 Seniors/Students/Weekdays: $178 Tier 1; $134 Tier 2; $112 Tier 3 Please call the box office at 416-366-7723 to arrange seating. Early bird pricing – 20% off regular priced tickets until September 17 Single tickets available September 10, 2018 Prices include per-ticket fees. Order/Delivery Fees may apply.
Find out more »May 2019
SPIN
Starring the Bicycle, as muse, musical instrument, and agent of social change. Through a series of songs played live on a vintage bicycle, award-winning Toronto theatre artist and songwriter Evalyn Parry takes her audience on an innovative musical and theatrical journey about women, cycling and liberation. Inspired in part by the incredible true tale of Annie Londonderry – the first woman to ride around the world on a bicycle in 1894 – Parry spins a web of stories which travel…
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