Performing Arts

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

The hip experience return by popular demand. This band captivates the spirit and sound of the tragically hip. A must see event for fans of the band. A show the…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

The Country Mixtape Tour is coming to Peterborough in 2024! Featuring Canadian country music hitmakers Tyler Joe Miller, Shawn Austin, and Andrew Hyatt the tour will feature their collective hits…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

The Kawartha String Orchestra (KSO) is pleased to present their annual spring concert on Sunday May 5 starting at 2pm at Emmanuel United Church (534 George St N, Peterborough). The…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

Come on out May 10th to support Five Counties Children’s Centre! Live music performance by Midlife Crisis! Doors Open: 7:30pm Food Truck Available Tickets are now available for $25 CASH…

Parkdale Rebels bring their cosmic Country music sound to Jethro's Bar & Stage!

A staged reading at Market Hall, directed by Linda Kash. A Mother's Day treat! An intimate collection of stories told by women about pivotal moments in their lives and how…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

A staged reading at Market Hall, directed by Linda Kash. A Mother's Day treat! An intimate collection of stories told by women about pivotal moments in their lives and how…

Tide of Hope is a Peter Robinson emigration play based on the life of David Nagle and his flight from turmoil and oppression in Ireland to Upper Canada. Commemorating the…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

Tide of Hope is a Peter Robinson emigration play based on the life of David Nagle and his flight from turmoil and oppression in Ireland to Upper Canada. Commemorating the…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

For the first time ever, Murray & Peter in association with House Of Jimbo proudly present, "Jimbo's Drag Circus World Tour", with weirdest show on earth. Get ready for an…

Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…

Don't miss out on Cirque LuzDalia, a one of a kind cirque show like you have never seen before. Exciting acrobats, daredevils, aerialists, comedians and more! Our show includes a…

A prophecy. A crown. A murder. William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy tells the story of Macbeth, a warrior-chief who meets three strange sisters on his way home from battle who tell…

Online dating has been around for a while but it isn't something most of us over 50 would ever consider, right? Until Ally, in her 50's, meets someone-online! She insists…

The Peterborough Children's Chorus presents the One Home Spring Concert featuring Upbeat Downtown and "Building a Home" by Cassandra Lee.

Jubilation Studios presents "When You Wish Upon a Star" - our tribute to the wonderful world of Disney. Join our students and guest performers as we celebrate movie magic.

Tommy Youngsteen performs Bruce Springsteen's classic 1984 album "Born in the USA" along with all his Greatest Hits, featuring a 10 piece all-star band! Tommy Youngsteen is a Toronto based…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Join the Kawartha Youth Orchestra for an evening of celebration and achievement, featuring performances from our Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Youth Ensembles as well as our Jazz band and chamber…

"A Night to Remember" is Next Generation Dance Company's third year-end show featuring all NGDC dancers from ages 2 - 18. Enjoy a night filled with lots of smiles, laughter,…

Rolling Grape invites everyone to join them on June 5th for an incredible Harvest Dinner inspired by all things Mediterranean! Their Chef, Kevin Olinger, has returned to his roots, creating…

This full-length script was workshopped with the late, great Gordon Pinsent! Come see where award-winning author Jeffrey Round has taken it since; hear some great actors read (including Rob Fortin,…

Jill Staveley is a musician, mother, and Trent Radio manager extraordinaire. A key figure in the Peterborough music scene, Staveley has been involved in various bands such as The Burning…

They’re back, for round six!!!!!! This will be the last show until September. Two talented teams of hilarious improvisers return to the Ball Pit Friday June 28th The Ball Pit is…

19+ Entry The Player’s Lounge will be open to enjoy dinner before the show!

The Beatle Band (formerly The Fab Four Canada) is an engaging and entertaining musical tribute to one of pop-rock music's most revered and influential bands - The Beatles! The Beatle…

CCR Tribute GREEN RIVER REVIVAL returns to the Market Hall after their sold out show there last year. Don't miss your chance to see the greatest hits of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Gazebo Series Community Performance 2pm Peterborough Riverview Park & Zoo Free admission to the public

A staged reading at Market Hall. A satirical play about the once-common practice of casting White actors to play Asian roles on stage and screen. YELLOW FACE is based on…

'70s-inspired folk & country rock music grounded in conscious storytelling and dreamy vocal harmonies

UPBEAT! Recital 6pm All Saints Church Admission by donation at the door

If you ask Kathleen Edwards, the best thing she ever did was quit. By 2014, the singer-songwriter had released four studio albums and amassed widespread critical acclaim. She had been…

Join the Haus of Q for a drag show and queer dance party on June 14th at Erben!

Step into a world where words ignite, melodies enchant, and tales unfold with the upcoming 2024 Children’s Montessori & Preparatory School Year-end Performance - Once Upon a Story. Prepare to…

North America’s Top Fleetwood Mac Tribute A visually and musically stunning performance featuring the renowned Fleetwood Nicks. All the hits of Fleetwood Mac PLUS the solo work of Stevie Nicks…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Join the Art Gallery of Peterborough for a final performance of "Danza de la Vida," performed by Kate Alton, Ryan Kerr, and Kate Story. "Danza de la Vida" is a…

Join us for a night of food, drinks, fun, and comedic performances brought to you by Yuk Yuk's on Tour! The show may not be suitable for all audiences, viewer…

3 days of original contemporary Indigenous performance with shows for all ages. Theatre, Music, Film and More! The Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival (NIFF) is the world's first and only Indigenous…

Rick Fines' going away to Europe with his family! This concert will feature his original songs, an all-star cast and Rick's special guest Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne, making his first…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter as the illustrious Ron Josol brings his unique brand of humour to the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre. This Filipino-Canadian powerhouse of…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Food starts around 4:30pm, music 6pm - 8pm July 2 - Odd Combo July 9 - Jasmine Murray Music July 16 - Peterborough Dixiland Band July 23 - Joslynn Burford…

Show and Tell Poetry Series is excited to host Toronto-based poet Spencer Gordon for the Peterborough launch of his latest poetry collection ‘A Horse At The Window’ from House of…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the 18th Annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest. Come on down and treat yourself to some yummy BBQ in Peterborough at the 18th annual Kawartha…

Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the 18th Annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest. Come on down and treat yourself to some yummy BBQ in Peterborough at the 18th annual Kawartha…

Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the 18th Annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest. Come on down and treat yourself to some yummy BBQ in Peterborough at the 18th annual Kawartha…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Playing to sold out houses all over the world, the Olivier Award nominated Potted Potter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff takes on the…

Aidan Long, Jay Rainville, Sam Tetsos and Alex Dewitt are quickly making a name for themsevles as they bring stand up comedy to places no one else has before. After…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

Peterborough Memorial Centre is extremely excited to announce that Billy Talent will be bringing its iconic and identifiable brand of rock music for a live performance on Tuesday, August 6.…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Peterborough Folk Festival kick off concert celebrating 35 years in 2024. Platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers, Khalid Yassein , Devan Glover , and Andrew Oliver , have a gift for…

Showtime Australia presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting…

The Femininomenon Comedy Cabaret is a dash of music, a cup of comedy, a pinch of campy drag performance and a twist of gender! Featuring Christel Bartelse, Betty Baker, and…

Nicholls Oval Park will feature four stages of live music - Main Stage, Cameron’s Pavilion Stage, Generation Solar Stage and Children’s Stage - as well as our family-friendly Children's Village,…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Experience the mesmerizing fusion of flamenco, jazz, and Indian music with the enchanting duo of Melón Jimenez and Lara Wong. In a dynamic and constant dialogue between cultures, Melón and…

On Sunday, August 25th, Rapid Lift Inc proudly presents Conman's 3rd Annual Lobsterfest, in support of Oceans Initiative A treasured tradition we look forward to each year, our annual Lobsterfest brings together friends, family,…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

Comedian Chris D'Elia is bringing his Straight Outta The Multiverse Tour to the Peterborough Memorial Centre on September 13th, 2024 at 8:00PM. Chris D'Elia has become one of the most…

Do your roots stem from the Maritimes? Do you love Celtic music?  Then this is the show for you! Held in the lower level Cogeco Studio with cabaret seating, Hugh…

Do your roots stem from the Maritimes? Do you love Celtic music?  Then this is the show for you! Held in the lower level Cogeco Studio with cabaret seating, Hugh…

With songs by Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Diamond, John Denver, ABBA, The Beach Boys, Ian and Sylvia, Joni Mitchell, Anne Murray, Kris Kristofferson, Irving Berlin, Creedance Clearwater and more. Join Bob…

With songs by Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Diamond, John Denver, ABBA, The Beach Boys, Ian and Sylvia, Joni Mitchell, Anne Murray, Kris Kristofferson, Irving Berlin, Creedance Clearwater and more. Join Bob…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

Thrilling audiences across North America, Classic Seger brings the energy, excitement, and raw power of a vintage Bob Seger concert to the stage, leaving fans singing, dancing, and screaming for…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

Agent provocateur singer/songwriter Carole Pope is the co-founder of the band Rough Trade. Their signature electronic rock sound, rooted in influences as varied as Punk, Glam, Brel and Brill, coupled…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE - SEPTEMBER 6:30 - 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 - 10:30 pm) First come first serve, pub style. Reservations…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

Starring Katherine Cullen, the Dora-nominee for Outstanding Performance (Vitals). New Stages is thrilled to launch our 2024-25 season of professional theatre with a unforgettable stripped-down version of the Dora-award-winning play…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

Paul Rodgers is considered, by many, to be one of the most iconic rock vocalists of our generation. This 5 piece tribute band brings a high energy tribute show, performing…

Starring Katherine Cullen, the Dora-nominee for Outstanding Performance (Vitals). New Stages is thrilled to launch our 2024-25 season of professional theatre with a unforgettable stripped-down version of the Dora-award-winning play…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

Tribute Show: Experience Carole King’s Tapestry LIVE in concert! You will be transported back to the iconic image of her multiple Grammy winning album of 1971. You will feel the…

QUESTION: What kind of show gets 103 standing ovations in a row so far in Canada and the USA? ANSWER: This one-of-a-kind Relive the Music 50s & 60s show that…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

The Material girls is a high energy musical production backed by studio musicians that recreate the ladies that topped the pop charts with all number one hit songs by Adele, Lady Gaga,…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

The first show for 2024-2025 at the Peterborough Theatre Guild features a double-bill of two short plays. The world premier of Ghost Story by Marni Walsh centres on two women…

The Beaches International Jazz Festival presents Jersey Nights, a spectacular show, celebrating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Jersey nights is an exciting, dynamic, and powerful ensemble…

Tom Wilson is a Canadian musician, author and visual artist. Wilson’s memoir, Beautiful Scars published by Penguin/Random House has become a national bestseller. The memoir has been adapted into a…

Few artists are storytellers as deft and disarmingly observational as Andy Shauf. The Toronto-based, Saskatchewan-raised musician's songs unfold like short fiction: they're densely layered with colorful characters and a rich…

An immersive theatrical experience created by Canadian dance legend Bill Coleman and Dutch mutimedia artist Edwin Van der Heide - and introducing the mysterious 3-Legged Man! “I travelled the world…

Formed in 2022, Miscellany Of Folk is a captivating touring act uniting three talented musicians from Ireland and Newfoundland. The band includes multi-instrumentalist Billy Sutton, accordion maestro Benny McCarthy, and…

Join us at Showplace Performance Centre in Peterborough as BEATLEMANIA touches down in London for a truly unforgettable show! Experience a live Beatles show through all eras of their career,…

From the creators of “Oh What A Night!”, and “Four By Four”, direct from Las Vegas to Peterborough comes an electrifying new show – a unique musical revue celebrating the…

Let’s Boogie, Let’s Groove, Let’s Disco Tonight with the Boom Shaka Lakas and Special Guests for one night only! Hold on to your Farrah Fawcett and John Travolta posters because The Boom…

This Showplace Fundraiser tells the stories of Dolly Parton and Tom Jones and what connects these two show business legends. Their stories and songs are brought to you by an…

From the creators of “Oh What A Night!”, and “Four By Four”, direct from Las Vegas to Peterborough comes an electrifying new show – a unique musical revue celebrating the…

Securely ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unite deep roots in Highland and Island tradition with the innovative scottish music scene. 2022 saw them release…

With twenty-five years spent barrelling down endless strips of asphalt from coast to coast, RON JAMES, our nation's number one road warrior and newly minted senior citizen, is Not Nearly Done Yet! With…

The Act of Living Tour Skye Wallace missed the turnoff for fitting into a box a long time ago. With a voice like a soaring instrument, unflinching lyricism, and a…

There are a lot of bands doing a tribute to the band Chicago, but back in the early 90’s, when Powerhouse decided to put together their Chicago Transit tribute act,…

Since he released his first album a decade ago, singer-songwriter Donovan Woods’ blend of folk, country and pop has resonated with audiences all over the world. In recent years, the…

Formed in Toronto in 1994, Hells Bells is the world's longest touring tribute to AC/DC, performing thousands of concerts across North America. After 50 years AC/DC has defined the sound…

The Worlds Greatest Tribute To The Traveling Wilburys! Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the supergroup of all supergroups; The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne…

As the New Canadians Centre (NCC) sees an exponential increase in the need for its services, the Peterborough Concert Band is joining with it in a fundraiser concert with all…

Eagles fans! Mark your calendars because on October 27th, Vancouver's own Eagles Tribute - "Take It To The Limit" is landing in Peterborough for the very first time! Get ready…

Think Global, Act Local: 35 Years of KWIC is a celebration of the impact that Kawartha World Issues Centre (KWIC) has had in championing social and environmental justice in Peterborough…

Country legends Sawyer Brown announce a stop at the PMC on their national tour, joined by Shenandoah and special guest George Fox. The Tour will stop at the Peterborough Memorial…

The Great Canadian Comedy Caravan is a theatre tour comprised of television/film writers, actors and Just For Laughs Veterans. We’re heading to Market Hall Performing Arts Centre on Friday November…

Two of the most iconic romantic pieces. Dvorak’s Symphony no. 8 is one of his most beloved works, steeped in Czech folk rhythms and yearning melodies. Rachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto…