Performing Arts Organizations
The Academy of Film and Performing Arts © ® The Academy’s mission is to teach performing arts in a positive, professional and family environment. Fully certified staff teaches classes in dance, voice and dramatic arts. We have been voted the #1 studio 8 years in a row by Burlington Post's Readers Choice. |
Burlington Footnotes © The Burlington Footnotes is an enthusiastic troupe of senior dance performers who specialize in various styles: tap, jazz, ballet/lyrical, clogging, hip-hop, musical theatre, creative clowning as well as vocalists and musicians. Performers from the troupe entertain at hospitals, senior residences, conventions and variety shows throughout the year. |
Dancers Burlington © Dancers Burlington provides top quality, professional and affordable dance instruction in one of the most enjoyable classrooms students will ever enter - the dance studio! Our all star faculty provides warmth, enthusiasm, positive role modeling and fun! Dancers Burlington also offers a wide variety of programming from our Beginner Ballet program to professional, classical Pointe, from junior jazz and tap levels to adult advanced jazz and tap levels. Dancers Burlington is the place to catch the latest and greatest in dance! |
Dancescape © Learn to dance for fun, fitness and romance: Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa. Partner not necessary. To register for sessions, contact 905 633-8808. Workshops and events hosted by Robert Tang and Beverley Cayton Tang, 3-time Canadian and 2-time North American Amateur Ballroom Champions. |
| Manning Irish Dancers © 2220 Previn Crt Burlington ON L7P 4J3 Tel: 905-336-5853 Email: jmanning2@cogeco.ca Manning Irish Dancers is an award winning performing dance group, teaching children and adult classes. Beginner to advanced recreation Irish dance classes ages 4 and up. Performance opportunities and adult classes also offered. For registration or to book a performance call Bernadette at 905 336 5853. |
Shamrock Academy of Irish Dance Shamrock Academy is dedicated entirely to the art of Irish dance. All instructors are qualified Irish dancers who have successfully competed at National and International levels. Shamrock Academy encourages students to dance at a level they feel most comfortable, from a recreational level to the highest level of international competition. |
C.J. Productions ® C.J. Productions produces videos, feature films and documentaries using theatre actors, film students, community volunteers and media professionals. |
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Music - Bands, Choirs, Chorale Societies, Singers
Bayside Harmony An A Capella harmony singing group that is part of Sweet Adelines International. Bayside Harmony has sung in many community charity events and provide "music from the heart" for special events. If you love to sing, we are looking for new members, feel free to call us for details. |
Burlington Choral Society A choir that sings a wide range of S.A.T.B. music including choral music, folk |
| Burlington Civic Chorale c/o St. Christophers Church 662 Guelph Line Burlington ON L7R 3M8 Tel: 905-855-2995 Email: kathy.truman@cbsa-asfc.gc.ca A volunteer choir consisting of 25-30 voices singing soprano, alto, tenor and bass. Repertoire consists of classical music from 16c to 20c, folksongs, jazz, Broadway. Performances are 3 times per year. Gary Fisher, the director, is a specialist in choral historical performances. |
Killin' Time Band |
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Porkbelly Futures Porkbelly Futures is a musical group. They describe their music as “north country, born of the blues.” They began as a straightforward bar band, emulating the Chicago sound of the great Paul Butterfield, but as they began to write their own music, country influences began creeping in. They conceived of their new sound as “north country” because they are Canadian lads, born and bred. The group is named in honour of Porkbelly Futures, an obscure singer/songwriter who played various musical instruments of his own invention. There are no recordings of the original Porkbelly Futures, but it was said that he made people weep. The basic founding group consists of Paul Quarrington, Martin Worthy, Chas Elliott and Stuart Laughton. They regularly perform with Rebecca Campbell. Their original songs are both witty and touching. Their live performances are characterized by masterful instrumental work, gay banter and the occasional magic trick. |
Subourbon Street Now in their third year on the local music scene, Burlington’s Subourbon Street Jazz Band has also enjoyed entertaining audiences as far away as Lake Nipissing and as close as St. Catharines Ribfest. Bringing together the many years of experience of its six individual members to play some hot, traditional New Orleans Jazz, they’re looking forward to playing for many years to come.
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The 905 band The 905 band are an 11-piece band featuring a 5-piece horn section with members hailing from across the 905 area code. The band authentically recreates R&B, Blues, Motown and Classic Rock music by groups like Chicago, Blood Seat & Tears, Tower of Power, Van Morrison, Joe Cocker, Steely Dan, Lighthouse, Joe Jackson, James Brown, Stevie Wonder and many more. The 905 Band’s members have formerly played with artists such as Crowbar, The Stampeders, Downchild Blues Band, Lighthouse, King Biscuit Boy, Long John Baldry and others. The 905 band has played at: The Burlington Rotary Ribfest and numerous night clubs & pubs.
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The Full Circle Band Dance to the Music is the theme that Full Circle creates its playlists around. We all remember the music of the 60s, 70s and 80s and it seems that the saying “everything old is new again” applies to music too. Full Circle is the brainchild of Gerry Tymstra, known for his gentle melodic piano music at many events in the Burlington area. In Full Circle he ramps it up with Jack McKeever on bass guitar, Steve Feldman on percussion, Eddie Paton on guitar and vocalist Cameron Caton. All with extensive backgrounds in music, performance and recording, the threads that drew them together have brought them Full Circle. |
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Brott Festival |
Burlington Concert Band Adults who enjoy music as a hobby are welcome to join the Concert Band which rehearses Monday evenings year round. All members of the public are welcome to join, whether they are novices or experienced musicians. |
Burlington Jazz 'n Blues Festival One of this country’s premier summer music outdoor concerts where Canada’s best musicians come to perform. The event is held in July at spectacular Spencer Smith Park in Burlington. The Festival features a licensed beverage area, food fair, holistic expo, business presenter promenade and a specialty arts & crafts showcase. |
Burlington Suzuki Association © Burlington Suzuki Association provides quality music programming for children. Teachers provide music instruction based on the method developed by Dr. Suzuki, in four unique ways: Parent Involvement, Daily Listening, Bi-weekly Group Lessons and Performing Opportunities. Burlington Suzuki Association welcomes you to attend one of our concerts or give us a call; arrange a time to sit in on a lesson and observe. |
Burlington Teen Tour Band © ® The Burlington Teen Tour Band (BTTB) has operated in the city since 1947, including members between the ages of 13 and 21. The marching band goes by the nickname The Redcoats due to the colour of its uniforms, and are regular participants in major international parades. The band has represented Canada all over the world. 2007 will mark the 60th Anniversary of the BTTB. Celebrations are being planned to mark this anniversary during the 2007 Sound of Music Festival. |
Chamber Music Hamilton Chamber Music Hamilton was established in the year 2000 by Zdenek and Lida Konicek, continuing a long tradition of bringing some of the world’s best chamber music ensembles to Hamilton. Before that, many well known chamber groups had performed in the Hamilton home of Helen Cappadocia and her late husband, Professor Ezio Cappadocia. With the founding of Chamber Music Hamilton the concerts moved to the Recital Hall of the Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts on James St. South in Hamilton. |
Halton Youth Symphony The Halton Youth Symphony provides young musicians with orchestra experience and an opportunity to demonstrate their musical talents. It offers a junior string orchestra program and a senior full orchestra program. |
Hamilton-Halton Ontario Registered Music Teachers Assoc. © ® ORMTA is a professional association of qualified private music teachers. Members have professional training on their specialized instruments from accredited universities, colleges or conservatories.
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Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra ® Hamilton and surrounding regions fully professional orchestra presenting a series of rich classical and lighter pops programs. HPO provides high calibre soloists, both vocal and instrumental, and regularly performs for the Bach Elgar and Opera Hamilton.
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High Note Studio Gallery ® Specializing in fine art along a music theme, High Note Studio Gallery is committed to fostering an appreciation for showcasing paintings, sculpture and photography. High Note Studio Gallery will engage the community of Burlington and surrounding area by offering musicians of any age to share their talents by providing a showcase space within the Gallery for musical performances. Any musicians interested in solo or group performances can contact the gallery.
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Rotary Music Festival The Rotary Music Festival was founded in 1999 with the dream of bringing classical music to the attention of the Burlington community. The festival provides an opportunity for musicians through competition, to achieve excellence in their art, and assists the participants in developing character, discipline, logical thinking and perception through music. |
Sound of Music Festival Voted one of the Top 50 Festivals in Ontario, Burlington’s Sound of Music Festival is one of the summer’s most sought after shows. Featuring a unique blend of new and emerging artists, Canadian icons of the past, and fan favourites on several stages along our beautiful waterfront and downtown. |
Sunburst Entertainment Gerry Tymstra, as a solo pianist, or with band members (guitar, bass, sax, vocals, drums) performs contemporary music fitting the occasion-weddings, private, corporate events, concerts, music with style. |
Symphony Hamilton Operating as Symphony Hamilton, we are a community-based symphony orchestra offering performances of classical and contemporary symphonic music in the Hamilton-Burlington region. The orchestra is made up of musicians from the community under professional leadership. Volunteer players of all ages are welcome to join by audition. |
The Top Hat Marching Orchestra Entertaining audiences since 1982, this talented group of musicians have preformed from Bermuda to Calgary and the United States. Music Director is Bryce Walker. |
Opera Hamilton ® Opera Hamilton produces quality professional opera at Hamilton Place. The 2006-2007 season will see Opera Hamilton produce Don Giovanni and Tosca, Samson et Dalila (in concert), as well as two Great Singers Recitals. |
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The Aldershot Players
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Burlington Student Theatre Student Theatre’s approach is to provide a lively challenging program to |
Centre Stage Productions Centre Stage Productions has been entertaining the Burlington area for the past ten years, this non-profit organization consists entirely of local theatre artists, each dedicated to producing high quality, affordable entertainment for the whole Burlington community. |
The Driftwood Theatre Group The Driftwood Theatre Group is an outdoor, summer-touring theatre |
Drury Lane Theatrical Productions This is a non-profit organization that exists to perform musical theatre by the community, for the community. Our members are drawn from all walks of life: group of volunteers of varied backgrounds who share a love of, and a commitment to community theatre. |
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The Tartan Terrors Inc © ® The Tartan Terrors are North America's Premier Celtic Comedy Event. Now in their 10th year this troupe tours internationally, specializing in Scottish comedy, music and dance. For a chance to see The Tartan Terrors, please check their website: www.tartanterrors.com. |
Theatre Burlington ® A community theatre founded in 1952, Theatre Burlington's headquarters is |
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Tahira Badre © |
Leslie Kay Leslie Kay is a professional singer, dancer, actor, teacher and choreographer. She has performed in over 40 musicals and is a member of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association and ACTRA. |
Maria D'Amelio Maria has had an extensive and varied music career singing across Canada, the Caribbean and as far away as Japan; in bars, to nightclubs cabarets, and cruise ships. Join Maria at her current show for some witty, sassy, campy fun at the Best of Broadway in Burlington, a luncheon at Paradiso and musical entertainment with songs from George Rogers and Hammerstein, Gershwin and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Maria has written two theme songs for two Canadian feature films currently in production and is now focusing her time on writing and recording her second CD. |
Adam Cooke Adam is a guitarist who has wowed the crowds at the Lunar Rogue Pub in Fredericton and performed to a packed house at South Market Billiards during the East Coast Music Awards' Continuous Jam - an experience he describes as "thrilling." Locally, Adam is known for playing in Downtown Burlington restaurants: Pepperwood and Spencer’s Landing. Check out his newly redesigned website at adamcookemusic.com
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Margo Jamieson With easy listening jazz stylings, Margo Jamieson regularly delights audiences, both as solo pianist/vocalist and as leader of the Margo Jamieson Trio. Margo appears at 1505 North Jazz Lounge Restaurant, Burlington. This kind of ‘cool jazz’, ever popular, is perfect for any function . . private parties . . corporate events . .wedding receptions . . Sophisticated swinging jazz with a modern flair! |
Chris James Dennis Chris James Dennis is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who can be seen live around the Burlington area showcasing a variety of musical formats - solo acoustic, duo acoustic/conga (The Topher J Duo), trio acoustic, or with the R&B group, The Topher J Band. The styles vary from laid back, rhythmic island acoustic folk to driving, funky modern blues. |
Annie Marleau Singer/songwriter Annie Marleau has been receiving much attention since the release of her debut cd “Alive” in 2006. Her list of credits continue to expand including radio airplay across Canada for her single “Run”, remaining #1 on the IAC music chart for over 4 weeks for her single “Addicted” and being a featured artist on XM Satellite Radio’s “the Radar Report”. Annie recently opened for Molly Johnson on the OLG stage at Burlington’s Sound of Music Festival. She is currently working on her second album, which she hopes to release in early 2008. |
Tom Taylor Tom Taylor is a Guitarist, Bandleader, Banjoist and Vocalist with many years of music and entertainment to his credit. When he pools his talents with those of his skilled band members, the result is a consistently high quality of music, every time. Taylor Made performances move quickly, with a minimum of "dead air" between numbers and reasonable breaks between sets. Audience members are delighted to see a happy, well dressed, competent band working hard to please them, and extra care is always taken to ensure that instrumentation, costuming and musical style suit the event and the wishes of the client. |
Margo Jamieson With easy listening jazz stylings, Margo Jamieson regularly delights audiences, both as solo pianist/vocalist and as leader of the Margo Jamieson Trio. Margo appears at 1505 North Jazz Lounge Restaurant, Burlington. This kind of ‘cool jazz’, ever popular, is perfect for any function . . private parties . . corporate events . .wedding receptions . . Sophisticated swinging jazz with a modern flair!
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Johannes Linstead Johannes Linstead is an award winning guitarist who composes and performs music best described as Latin lite. Linstead, a native of Toronto, plays an easy-on-the-ear brand of music that will endear him to listeners. Linstead's capable playing, backed by polite percussion and, occasionally, piano and wind instruments, is clean, colorful, and spirited, and his sense of melody, tinged by pop instincts, yields an easy-listening, feel-good atmosphere that never really lags from start to finish. For people in the mood for a friendly, melodic approach to flamenco played with style and respectable panache, Linstead's music is a great choice. |
Theatre - Magic - Story Tellers - Street Performers
Brenda Byers Who wants a story? Throughout childhood and beyond, people yearn to hear tales of humour, adventure and wisdom. Delight in the ancient art of Oral Tradition Storytelling, as teller and listeners cross the threshold into the magical world of Story. Brenda cheerfully weaves together folklore and ballads enjoyed by all ages. |
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