Live Listings

120 Diner

120 Church St. 416-792-7725

102diner.com (full schedule)

March 27 6pm Voice, Bass, & Sax: Ori Dagan, Jordan O’Connor, & Allison Young PWYC.

80 Gladstone

80 Gladstone Ave. 416-516-7199

80gladstone.com (full schedule)

March 14 8pm Larnell Lewis: Solo drum performance $15 / $10(st).

Alleycatz

2409 Yonge St. 416-481-6865

alleycatz.ca
All shows: 9pm unless otherwise indicated. Call for cover.

Every Mon 8pm Salsa Night w/ Frank Bischun and free lessons. Every Tue 8:30pm Bachata Night w/ DJ Frank Bischun and free lessons. Every Wed 8:30pm Carlo Berardinucci Band. No Cover. March 5 Jim Dan Dee. March 6 Nine Times Band. March 12 Jazz Biscuit. March 14 Jamesking. March 19 Wild “T” Tony Springer. March 20, 21, 27, 28Lady Kane.

Annette Studios

566 Annette St. 647-880-8378

annettestudios.com

Every Mon 9:30pm Jazz Jam w/ Jared Goldman Quintet. Suggested donation $12/$9(st).

Artword Artbar

15 Colbourne St., Hamilton.905-543-8512

artword.net (full schedule)

March 6 8pm Mike DeiCont (bass) with Mike Rajna (drums), Chris Platt (guitar), and featured guests Cover TBA. March 7 8pm Colina Phillips (voice) & Stacie McGregor (piano) $15. March 12 8pm The Worst Pop Band Ever: Adrean Farrugia (piano), Chris Gale (sax), Drew Birston (bass), Tim Shia (drums) $10. March 20 8pm KAIZEN: Wayne Janus (guitar, voice), David Carrillo (drums), Shane Lannigan (bass). $10. March 27 8pm Ophelia Syndrome: Josh Kohler (bass), Trina Nadeau (cello), Deanna Wells (keys, voice), Andrew Barbisan (drums) $10. March 28 8:30 Hat & Beard: Ken Aldcroft (guitar), Dave Clark (drums) $12 / $10(st).

Blakbird, The

812b Bloor St. West 647-344-7225

theblakbird.com/ (full schedule)

Bloom

2315 Bloor St. W. 416-767-1315

bloomrestaurant.com

All shows: No minors. Call for reservations.

March 7 7pm Louis Simao Fade Trio $50 (with dinner). March 26 7pm Alex Pangman $45 (with dinner).

Boat Restaurant, The

158 Augusta Ave. 416-593-9218

theboatkensington.com (full schedule)

Castro’s Lounge

2116e Queen St. E 416-699-8272

castroslounge.com (full schedule)

All shows: No cover/PWYC

Every Wed 6pm The Mediterranean Stars. Every Saturday 4:30 Big Rude Jake. March 4 8:30pm Blue Venus.

C’est What

67 Front St. E (416) 867-9499

cestwhat.com (full schedule)

March 7, 21 3pm The Hot Five Jazzmakers No cover/PWYC. February 14, 28 3pm The Boxcar Boys No cover/PWYC.

Chalkers Pub, Billiards & Bistro

247 Marlee Ave. 416-789-2531

chalkerspub.com (full schedule)

Every Wed 8pm-+midnight Girls Night Out Jazz Jam w/ host Lisa Particelli. PWYC. March 29 7pm Bartosz Hadala (piano) Trio with Mike Downes (bass), Alan Hetherington (drums) $10.

DeSotos

1079 St. Clair Ave. W 416-651-2109

desotos.ca (Full schedule)

Every Sun 11am-2pm Sunday Live Jazz Brunch hosted by Anthony Abbatangeli No Cover.

Dominion on Queen

500 Queen St. E 416-368-6893

dominiononqueen.com (full schedule)

Call for cover charge info.

Emmet Ray, The

924 College St. 416-792-4497

theemmetray.com (full schedule)

All shows: No Cover/PWYC

Flying Beaver Pubaret, The

488 Parliament St. 647-347-6567

pubaret.com (full schedule)

Free Times Cafe

320 College St. 416-967-1078

freetimescafe.com (full schedule)

Gate 403

403 Roncesvalles Ave. 416-588-2930

gate403.com All shows: PWYC.

March 1 5pm Michael Lalonde Jazz Duo; 9pm Rosy Cervantes y La Sana Rabia Blues Band. March 2 5pm Mike Daley Jazz Trio; 9pm Michael O’Grady with His Friends. March 3 5pm Howard Willett Blues Duo; 9pm Bruce Chapman Blues Duo with featured guests. March 4 5pm Ben Walker Jazz Trio; 9pm Julian Fauth Blues Night. March 5 5pm Clair Lee Jazz Trio; 9pm Melanie Brûlée’s Band. March 6 9pm Fraser Melvin Blues Band. March 7 5pm Bill Heffernan and His Friends; 9pm Melissa Boyce Jazz & Blues Band. March 8 5pm Brad Cheeseman Jazz Trio; 9pm Aimee Butcher Jazz Band. March 9 5pm Clela Errington Root Music Duo; 9pm Chris Staig Trio. March 10 5pm Byung-Gul Jung Jazz Band; 9pm Brad Harrison Jazz Band. March 11 5pm Michelle Rumball with Friend; 9pm Julian Fauth Blues Night. March 12 5pm Bill Maclean & Brian Stevens: B2-vocal/piano duo; 9pm Kevin Laliberté Jazz & Flamenco Trio. March 13 5pm Mike Field Jazz Band; 9pm Denielle Bassels Jazz Band. March 14 5pm Bill Heffernan and His Friends; 9pm Reide Kaiser: Doc Barrister’s Harlem Rhythm. March 15 5pm Carter Brodkorp Jazz Quintet; 9pm Mike Pelletier Jazz Quartet. March 16 5pm Abbey Sholzberg Jazz Trio; 9pm Rob Davis Blues Duo. March 17 5pm Jeffrey Hewer jazz Band; 9pm Toby Hughs Jazz Band. March 18 5pm Paul O’Conner: Concord Jazz Quintet; 9pm Julian Fauth Blues Night. March 19 5pm Roger Chong Jazz Band; 9pm Annie Bonsignore Jazz Duo or Trio. March 20 5pm Sam Broverman Jazz Duo; 9pm Tevlin Swing Band. March 21 5pm Bill Heffernan and His Friends; 9pm Sweet Derrick Blues Band. March 22 5pm Marie Fatima Rudolf Jazz Band; 9pm Tiffany Hanus Jazz Band. March 23 5pm Cody McMillan Jazz Duo; 9pm Kayla Ramu Jazz Band. March 24 5pm Danny B and Brian Gauci Blues Duo; 9pm Simone Morris Jazz Trio. March 25 5pm Ed Sweetman with Rob Rowe Jazz Duo; 9pm Julian Fauth Blues Night. March 26 5pm G Street Jazz Trio; 9pm Cyndi Carleton: At Ease Music. March 27 5pm Ken Taylor: Fixin’s Jazz Trio; 9pm Julian Fauth Blues Night. March 28 5pm Bill Heffernan and His Friends; 9pm Donné Roberts Band. March 29 5pm Cheryl White Rhythm & Blues Band; 9pm Karl Silverira Jazz Trio. March 30 5pm Sarah Kennedy Jazz Duo; 9pm Ilios Steryannis Jazz Trio. March 31 5pm Steve Amirault Solo; 9pm Laura Wilson: “Fibralou” - soul/funk/blues music.

Grossman’s Tavern

379 Spadina Ave. 416-977-7000

grossmanstavern.com (full schedule)

All shows: No cover (unless otherwise noted.)

March 1 4:30pm New Orleans Connection All Star Jazz Band; 10pm The National Blues Jam with Brian Cober. March 2 10pm No Band Required. March 3 9:30pm Django Gypsy Jam. March 4 10pm Bruce Domoney.

Habits Gastropub

928 College St. 416-533-7272

habitsgastropub.com (full schedule)

March 7 9pm Bossa Tres. March 13 9pm Thom Mason (guitar) Quartet with Patrick Smith (sax), Nick Arsenau (bass), Mike Rajna (drums). March 14 9pm Brad Cheeseman (bass) Trio with Dan Rougeau (guitar), TBA (drums).

Harlem Restaurant

67 Richmond St. E. 416-368-1920

harlemrestaurant.com (full schedule)

All shows: 7:30-11pm (unless otherwise noted.) Call for cover charge info.

March 6, 13, 20, 27 Dave Hutchinson Jazz & Blues Band. March 21 Kristin Fung. March 28 Liz Loughrey & Adrian X.

Hirut Cafe and Restaurant

2050 Danforth Ave. 416-551-7560

All shows: PWYC / $5 / $10

Every Sun 3pm Open Mic with Nicola Vaughan: folk/country/jazz/world/R&B.

Home Smith Bar – See Old Mill, The

Hugh’s Room

2261 Dundas St. W. 416-531-6604

hughsroom.com

All shows: 8:30pm (unless otherwise noted).

March 3 10am Toronto Ravel $15. March 4 The Bombadils CD release: “Grassy Roads, Wandering Feet” $18(adv)/$20(door). March 6 Anthony Gomes $20(adv)/$22.50(door). March 7 Tribute to Joni Mitchell: Songs are like tattoos $25(adv)/$27.50(door). March 8 The Kruger Brothers $30(adv)/$32.50(door). March 10 G2R performs the music of Genesis $25(adv)/$27.50(door). March 11 Darrell London CD release $18(adv)/$20(door). March 12 8pm The 2015 JAZZ.FM91 Cabaret Series $40(general)/$35(students). March 13 Jack de Keyzer’s Voodoo Boogie $22.50(adv)/$25(door). March 14 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Rant Maggie Rant $25(adv)/$27.50(door). March 16 Martyn Joseph $22.50(adv)/$25(door). March 18 Valdy $26(adv)/$28(door). March 19 Jeff Healy Tribute: A Grand Birthday Reunion $24.50(adv)/$27(door). March 20 A man called Wrycraft presents Don’t Give Up: A live concert tribute to Kate Bush and Peter Gabriel $25(adv)/$30(door). March 21 Stephen Fearing $25(adv)/$27.50(door). March 22 The Grand Slambovians $20(adv)/$22.50(door). March 24 Jonathan Byrd & the Pickup Cowboys $20(adv)/$22.50(door). March 25 8am The 2014/15 JAZZ.FM91 Songwriters Series – Tribute to the Brill Building $39(general)/$35(students). March 26 The Johnny Max Band: Roadhouse Soul CD preview $22.50(adv)/$25(door). March 28 8am Smooth Sweet Sounds of the 70s $26(adv)/$28(door). March 29 2pm Ken Whiteley’s Gospel Matinee $20(adv)/$22.50(door); 8:30pm Katrina (of Katrina & the Waves) $28.50(adv)/$30(door). March 30 The Cobalt Prize Showcase $25(adv)/$27.50(door).

Jazz Bistro, The

251 Victoria St. 416-363-5299

jazzbistro.ca

Every Sun 12pm Sunday Brunch with Patrick Hewan $5. March 3 7pm JAZZFM91 Piano Series: Benny Green $27.50 (tickets purchased through JAZZFM91). March 4 8pm R&B Night w/ Soul Stew: Michael Dunston (lead vocals, percussion), David Gray (guitar, background vocals), Matt Horner (keyboards, background vocals), John Johnson (saxophones), Mark Kelso (drums, background vocals), Robert Occhipinti (bass, background vocals) $15. March 5, 6, 7 9pm David Rubel (sax) and U.K.’s Nat Steele (vibes) with Winston Matsushita (piano), Malcolm Connor (bass), Rob Claxton (drums) $15. March 10 8pm Alex Pangman (voice) with Peter Hill (piano), Glenn Anderson (drums), Drew Jurecka (violin, sax) $15. March 11 8pm George Olliver (voice) with Tony Padalino (piano), Peter Mueller (guitar), Eli Eisenburg (bass), Paul Delong (drums) $15. March 12 8pm Colin Hunter with the Anthony Terpstra Seventet No cover ($25 food/drink minimum). March 13, 14 8pm Colin Hunter (voice) with the Joe Sealy (piano) Quartet: Paul Novotny (bass), Daniel Barnes (drums), Alison Young (saxophone) No cover ($25 food/drink minimum). March 15 3pm ‘Stage Business’ book launch with Gerry Fostaty; 4:15pm “Hoping You’ll Happen” CD release with Lawrence Cotton (voice), Mark Keiswetter (piano), Ross MacIntyre (bass), Maxwell Roach (drums). March 17 8pm Steven Taetz $12. March 18 8pm Parkside Drive: Megan Parnell (voice), Matthew Giffin (keyboards, voice), David Barnes (guitar, voice), Michael Meusel (bass, voice), Joshua Park (drums) $15. March 19, 20, 21 9pm Steve Koven (piano) Trio with Anthony Michelli (drums), Rob Clutton (bass) $15(Thurs, Fri)/$20(Sat). March 22 8pm Christine Aziz $15. March 24 8pm Lydia Persaud (voice) with Chris Pruden (piano), Justin Gray (bass), Eric West (drums) $15. March 25 9pm Caribbean Jazz Collective: Andrew Stewart (bass), Neil Brathwaite (sax), Gareth Burgess (steel pan) Eddie Bullen (piano), Joaquin Nunez Hidalgo (percussion) $15. March 26 8:30 Robi Botos (piano) Quartet with Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts (drums), Robert Hurst (bass), Seamus Blake (sax): ‘Movin’ Forward’ $27.50(adv)/$30(door). March 27, 28 9pm Marc Jordan (voice, guitar) with Dave Restivo (piano), Russ Boswell (bass), Mark Lalama (accordion, keyboards), Kevan McKenzie (drums) $25. March 31 8pm Luke Maxim CD release $15.

Jazz Room, The

Located in the Huether Hotel, 59 King St. N., Waterloo. 226-476-1565

kwjazzroom.com (full schedule)

All shows: 8:30-11:30. Attendees must be 19+.

March 13 Jaron Freeman-Fox and the Opposite of Everything: Jaron Freeman-Fox (5-string violin), Daniel Stadnicki (drums), Alan Mackie (upright bass), Frank Evans (banjo), Edwin Sheard (sax) $20. March 14 Canadian Jazz Quartet: Frank Wright (vibraphone), Ted Quinlan (guitar), Pat Collins (bass), Don Vickery (drums)$18. March 19 Aviva: Joel Schwartz (guitar), Ernie Tollar (flute), Sundar Viswanathan (sax, voice), Aaron Lightstone (oud, sax, sitar), Rakesh Tewari (percussion), Nabil Amarshi (bass)General: $20(adv)/$25(door); Student: $10(adv)/$15(door). March 20 The Murley-Braid-Nordic Project: Mike Murley (sax), David Braid (piano), Anders Mogenson (drums), Johnny Aman (bass) $20. March 21 Gray Matter: Justin Gray (bass), Derek Gray (drums), with Eli Bennett (sax), Ingrid Jensen (trumpet)$20. March 27 Alysha Brilla Sextet $25.March 28 Robi Botos Quartet Universal Music CD release $30/$15(st).

Joe Mama’s

317 King St. W 416-340-6469

joemamas.ca

Every Tue 6pm Jeff Eager. Every Wed 6pm Thomas Reynolds & Geoff Torrn. Every Thurs 9pm Blackburn. Every Fri 10pm The Grind. Every Sat 10pm Shugga. Every Sun 6:30pm Organic: Nathan Hiltz (guitar); Bernie Senensky (organ); Ryan Oliver (sax), Morgan Childs (drums).

KAMA

214 King St. W. 416-599-5262

kamaindia.com (full schedule)

All shows: 5-8pm.

Local Gest, The

424 Parliament St. 416-961-9425 (call for concert schedule)

Jazz Sundays 4:30-7:30pm. No Cover.

March 1 Samantha Clayton & Steven Cole. March 8 Diane Roblin and Friends.

Lula Lounge

1585 Dundas St. W. 416-588-0307

lula.ca (full schedule)

March 1 7pm SHINE! Fundraiser: Big Tobacco & the Pickers, Andrew Cash, and New Country Rehab $25. March 5 8pm Zeynep Ozbilen - World Premiere Album Release Concert $25. March 6 7:30pm Jim Heinman (sax) Trio with Sam Heinman (piano), Rick Donaldson (drums) Free before 8pm; 10:30pm Yani Borrell $15, free for women before 10pm. March 7 10:30pm Lula All Stars $15. March 13 7:30pm Adis Rodriguez (voice)Trio with Elmer Ferrer (guitar), Amhed Mitchel (drums); 10:30 Son Ache $15, free for women before 10pm. March 14 10:30pm La gran Colombia $15. March 20 7:30pm Diane Roblin’s Reconnect Free before 8pm; 10pm El Quinto $15, free for women before 10pm. March 21 10:30pm Orquesta Fantasia $15. March 25 8pm Alexander Brown Quintet $10. March 27 7:30pm Amhed Mitchel Trio Free before 8pm; 10:30pm Changui Havana $15, free for women before 10pm. March 28 10:30pm Conjunto Lacalu $15.

Manhattans Pizza Bistro & Music Club

951 Gordon St., Guelph 519-767-2440

manhattans.ca (full schedule)

All shows: PWYC
March 21 Klaude Walters & Bartosz Hadala.

Mezzetta Restaurant

681 St. Clair Ave. W 416-658-5687

mezzettarestaurant.com (full schedule)

All shows: 9pm, $8 unless otherwise noted.

March 4 Lorne Lofsky and Rob Piltch (guitar duet). March 11 8pm Dino Toledo (guitar) and Fernando Gallego (vocals) No cover. March 18 Richard Whiteman (bass) and Reg Schwager (guitar). March 25 Ted Quinlan (guitar) and Mike Downes (bass).

Mod Club, The

722 College St. 416-588-4663

themodclub.com

March 25 7:30 Andrea Simone & ‘Those Guys’ $15(adv)/$20(door).

Monarch Tavern

12 Clinton St. 416-531-5833

themonarchtavern.com (full schedule)

March 9 7:30pm Martin Loomer & His Orange Devils Orchestra $10.

Monarchs Pub

At the Eaton Chelsea Hotel

33 Gerrard St. W. 416-585-4352

monarchspub.ca (full schedule)

All shows: 8pm-midnight. No Cover.

Every Wed Jazz Wednesdays with featured artists. Every Thurs Blues Thursdays with featured artists.

Morgans on the Danforth

1282 Danforth Ave. 416-461-3020

morgansonthedanforth.com (full schedule)

All shows: 2-5pm, no cover.

March 1 Thyron Lee Whyte with David Restivo & Robert Whyte. March 8 Yvette Tollar & David Restivo. March 15 Gina Pennesi & Scott Metcalfe. March 22 Jordana Talsky. March 29 Lisa Particelli’s ‘Girls’ Night Out’ Jazz Jam.

Musideum

401 Richmond St. W., Main Floor 416-599-7323

musideum.com (Full schedule)

Nawlins Jazz Bar & Dining

299 King St. W. 416-595-1958

nawlins.ca

All shows: No cover/PWYC

Every Tue 6:30pm Stacie McGregor. Every Wed 7pm Jim Heineman Trio. Every Thu 8pm Nothin’ But the Blues w/ guest vocalists. Every Fri 8:30pm All Star Bourbon St. Band. Every Sat 6:30pm Sam Heinman; 9pm All Star Bourbon St. Band. Every Sun 7pm Brooke Blackburn.

Nice Bistro, The

117 Brock St. N., Whitby.905-668-8839

nicebistro.com (full schedule)

Old Mill, The

21 Old Mill Rd. 416-236-2641 

oldmilltoronto.com

The Home Smith Bar: No Reservations. No Cover. $20 food/drink minimum. All shows: 7:30-10:30pm

March 5 Richard Whiteman (piano) Trio with Kurt Nielsen (bass), Morgan Childs (drums). March 6 Carol McCartney (voice) Quartet with Brian Dickinson (piano), Kieran Overs (bass), Chris Robinson (sax). March 7 Pat Collins (bass) Trio with Tom Szczesniak (piano), Reg Schwager (guitar). March 12 Julie Michels (voice) Trio with Ted Quinlan (guitar), Kieran Overs (bass). March 13 Alexis Baro (trumpet) Quartet with Stan Fomin (piano), Yoser Rodriguez (bass), Amhed Mitchel (drums). March 14 Jake Koffman (sax) Trio with Bernie Senensky (piano), Neil Swainson (bass). March 19 Patricia Murray (voice) Trio with Robi Botos (piano), Jordan O’Connor (bass). March 20 Mike Downes (bass) Trio with Robi Botos (piano), Ted Quinlan (guitar). March 21 Colleen Allen (sax) Trio with Mark Hukezalie (piano), Peter Telford (bass). March 26 Ori Dagan (voice) Trio with Mark Kieswetter (piano), Jordan O’Connor (bass). March 27 Chris Gale (sax) Trio with Amanda Tosoff (piano), Jon Maharaj (bass). March 28 Brian Barlow (drums) Trio with Gary Williamson (piano), Scott Alexander (bass).

Paintbox Bistro

555 Dundas St. E. 647-748-0555

paintboxbistro.ca (Full schedule)

Pilot Tavern, The

22 Cumberland Ave. 416-923-5716

thepilot.ca All shows: 3:30pm. No Cover.

March 7 Jake Koffman (sax) Quartet with Neil Swainson (bass), Morgan Childs (drums), Bernie Senensky (piano). March 14 Chris Gale (sax) Quartet with Amanda Tosoff (piano), Michael Herring (bass), Jeff Halischuck (drums). March 21 The Murley-Braid-Nordic Project: Mike Murley (sax), David Braid (piano), Anders Mogenson (drums), Johnny Aman (bass). March 28 Turboprop: Tara Davidson (sax), Kelly Jefferson (sax), William Carn (trombone), Adrean Farrugia (piano), Jim Vivian (bass), Ernesto Cervini.

Poetry Jazz Café

224 Augusta Ave. 416-599-5299

poetryjazzcafe.com (full schedule) All shows: 9pm

Reposado Bar & Lounge

136 Ossington Ave. 416-532-6474

reposadobar.com (full schedule)

Reservoir Lounge, The

52 Wellington St. E. 416-955-0887

reservoirlounge.com (full schedule).

Every Tue 9:45pmTyler Yarema and his Rhythm. Every Wed 9:45pm Bradley and the Bouncers. Every Thu 9:45pm Mary McKay. Every Fri 9:45pm Dee Dee and the Dirty Martinis. Every Sat 9:45pm Tyler Yarema and his Rhythm.

Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar, The

194 Queen St. W. 416-598-2475

therex.ca (full schedule)

Call for cover charge info.

March 1 12pm Excelsior Dixieland Jazz; 3:30pm Club Django; 7pm Bugaloo Squad; 9:30pm Tim Hamel Quartet. March 2 6:30pm University of Toronto Student Jazz Ensembles; 9:30pm Humber College Student Jazz Ensembles. March 3 6:30pm Richard Whiteman Group; 9:30pm Brooklyn/France’s Kandinsky Effect. March 4 6:30pm Scott Kemp Trio; 9:30pm Brooklyn/France’s Kandinsky Effect. March 5 6:30pm Kevin Quain; 9:45pm New York’s Joel Harrison Quartet feat. David Braid. March 6 4pm Hogtown Syncopators; 6:30pm Lester McLean Trio; 9:45pm New York’s Joel Harrison Quartet feat. David Braid. March 7 12pm Danny Marks and Friends; 3:30pm Chris Hunt Tentet +2; 7:30pm Bacchus Collective; 9:45pm Carn/Davidson 9. March 8 12pm Excelsior Dixieland Jazz; 3:30pm Red Hot Ramble; 7pm Bugaloo Squad; 9:45pm Carn/Davidson 9. March 9 6:30pm University of Toronto Student Jazz Ensembles; 9:30pm Humber College Student Jazz Ensembles. March 10 6:30pm Richard Whiteman Group; 9:30pm Israel’s Ehud Ettun. March 11 6:30pm Scott Kemp Trio; 9:30pm Kirk MacDonald Quartet. March 12 6:30pm Laura Hubert Band; 9:30pm Kirk MacDonald Quartet. March 13 4pm Hogtown Syncopators; 6:30pm Lester McLean Trio; 9:45pm Brian O’Kane. March 14 12pm Danny Marks and Friends; 3:30pm The T.J.O. Big Band; 7:30 Bacchus Collective; 9:45pm Raoul & ‘Bigger’ Time. March 15 12pm Excelsior Dixieland Jazz; 3:30pm Dr. Nick & the Rollercoasters; 7pm Bugaloo Squad; 9:30pm Mackenzie Longpre. March 16 6:30pm University of Toronto Student Jazz Ensembles; 9:30pm Humber College Student Jazz Ensembles. March 17 6:30pm Richard Whiteman Group; 9:30pm Classic Rex Jam hosted by The Harley Card Quintet. March 18 6:30pm Kobi Hass Quartet; 8:15pm Guy Mintas Trio; 10pm New York’s Anat Cohen Quartet. March 19 6:30pm Kevin Quain; 9:45pm New York’s Ingrid Jensen & B.C.’s Eli Bennett with Gray Matter. March 20 4pm Hogtown Syncopators; 6:30pm Lester McLean Trio; 9:45pm New York’s Ingrid Jensen & B.C.’s Eli Bennett with Gray Matter. March 21 12pm Danny Marks and Friends; 3:30pm Jerome Godboo; 7:30pm Bacchus Collective; 9:45pm Murley/Braid Nordic Project. March 22 12pm Excelsior Dixieland Jazz; 3:30pm Mr. Rick’s Tin Pan Alley; 7pm Bugaloo Squad; 9:45pm Murley/Braid Nordic Project.. March 23 6:30pm University of Toronto Student Jazz Ensembles; 9:30pm Humber College Student Jazz Ensembles. March 24 6:30pm Richard Whiteman Group; 9:30pm Classic Rex Jam hosted by Chris Gale. March 25 6:30pm Scott Kemp Trio; 9:30pm Eric St. Laurent Trio. March 26 6:30pm Kevin Quain; 9:30pm Kiki Misumi. March 27 4pm Hogtown Syncopators; 6:30pm Lester McLean Trio; 9:45pm New York’s Matthew Stevens: “Woodwork” CD release. March 28 12pm Danny Marks and Friends; 3:30pm Bob Rice Latin Big Band; 7:30pm Bacchus Collective; 9:45pm New York’s Matthew Stevens: “Woodwork” CD release. March 29 12pm Hart House/JAZZFM Youth; 3:30pm Freeway Dixieland; 7pm Bugaloo Squad; 9:30pm Barry Romberg’s Three Blind Mice. March 30 6:30pm University of Toronto Student Jazz Ensembles; 8:30pm John MacLeod’s Rex Hotel Orchestra. March 31 6:30pm Richard Whiteman Group; 9:30pm Classic Rex Jam hosted by Chris Gale.

Salty Dog Bar & Grill, The

1980 Queen St. E. 416-849-5064 (call for full schedule)

Sauce on the Danforth

1376 Danforth Ave. 647-748-1376

sauceondanforth.com

All shows: No cover.

Every Mon 9pm The Out Of Towners: Dirty Organ Jazz. Every Tue 6pm Julian Fauth.

Seven44

(Formerly Chick n’ Deli/The People’s Chicken)

744 Mount Pleasant Rd. 416-489-7931

seven44.com (full schedule)

March 2 7:30pm Advocats Big Band No cover. March 9 7:30pm Bob Cary Big Band No cover. March 16 7:30pm George Lake Big Band No cover.

Toni Bulloni

156 Cumberland St. 416-967-7676

tonibulloni.com (full schedule)

No Cover. Saturday shows: 9pm. $30 food/drink minimum. Sunday shows: 6pm. $25 minimum.

Tranzac

292 Brunswick Ave. 416-923-8137

tranzac.org (full schedule)

3-4 shows daily, various styles. Mostly PWYC.

Every Mon 10pm Open Mic Mondays. Every Thurs 7:30pm Bluegrass Thursdays: Houndstooth. Every Fri 5pm The Foolish Things (folk). This month’s shows include: March 1, 15 5pm Monk’s Music. March 3 10pm Peripheral Vision. March 8 10pm The Ryan Driver Band, with LUKA. March 10 10pm Stop Time. March 20 7:30 Dust: The Quietest Big Band in the Known World. March 17 10pm The Ken McDonald Quartet. March 25 7:30pm Trevor Giancola. March 27 10pm The Ryan Driver Sextet. March 31 10pm Nick Fraser Presents.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted, and street addresses for venues are Toronto locations unless otherwise specified. If no city is shown in the listing, the event takes place in Toronto.

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DETAILED DAILY LISTINGS, Thu Jun 18 – Sun Jun 28, 2026

Jun 18 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Katherine Chen, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Thursday at Noon. Freewill donation.

Jun 18 7:00: Johnny G's Cafe. Lisa Particelli's GNO Vocal Jazz Jam. Until 10pm. Peter Hill, piano; Chris Banks, bass. 478 Parliament St. 647-368-3877 or www.johnnygsrestaurant.ca.

Jun 18 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. South American Getaway. Works by Villa-Lobos, Aguila, Mehmari, Mignone, Ginastera Bacharach, and Gomes. Annette-Barbara Vogel, violin; Vladimir Rufino, violin; Fabiola Amorim Rufino, viola; Kayami Satomi, cello. Museum London - Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. 519-661-0333. $35; $30(sr); $15(st); $10(under 10); $120(Young Adult Pass).

Jun 18 7:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Earth Wind & Choir; Ghost Variables; Agalawatte-Bennett-Thorn; Juba Lee 4tet. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $40(door); $33(adv).

Jun 18 7:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. Music by René Orth. Libretto by Hannah Moscovitch. Mireille Asselin, soprano; Lauren Pearl, soprano; Taylor-Alexis DuPont, mezzo; Jorell Williams, baritone; Joanna Settle, stage director; Sandra Horst, conductor. St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/10-days-in-a-madhouse. From $69. Also Jun 20(3:30pm)  & 21(1:30pm).

Jun 18 7:30: Richmond Hill Performing Arts Centre. Luminis Richmond Hill Vocal Arts Festival Gala Concert. An unforgettable evening where music, fashion, and art come together - celebrating the power and diversity of the human voice across choral, opera, jazz, beatbox, and global music traditions. Maya Gamzu, vocalist; Noah Kosta, jazz & pop vocalist; Mira Solovianenko, soprano; Luminis Choir; Yemel Philharmonic Society; DEN, beatboxer; Fusion Avenue, jazz ensemble; David Wildsmith, guitar/vocalist/songwriter; ENT, band. 79 Victoria St., Aurora. www.tickets.rhcentre.ca. From $45.

Jun 18 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Spotlight on Broadway: Jeremy Jordan. Jeremy Jordan, vocalist; Steven Reineke, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $142.

Jun 18 8:00: CONTXT/Caliban Arts Theatre. Shelley Hamilton - The Sade Experience. Until 11pm. Shelley Hamilton, vocalist; Joe Palawan, keyboards; Sean Bray, guitar; Carrie Chesnutt, sax; Dave Patel, drums; Dane Wedderburn, bass. 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture, Arts, Media and Education, 918 Bathurst St. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204127. $50/$40(adv).

Jun 18 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Tyler Ellis Album Release. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/tyler-ellis-album-release. $30; $20(st/artsworkers/underemployed).

Jun 18 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. Created and directed by Azzam Mohamed. Daniels Spectrum - Ada Slaight Auditorium, 585 Dundas St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/katma. From $39. Also Jun 19 & 20.

Jun 19 6:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Stephan Crump; Drake/West + Lee; Grdina-Lillinger. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 19 6:30: The Pilot. Mike Murray Group with Emile D'Eon & Tall Order. Until 9:30pm. Mike Murray, guitar. Pilot Tavern, 22 Cumberland Ave. www.thepilot.ca or 289-633-3634 or Mike Murray Group. $20/$15(adv). Enjoy 10% off food with your ticket before or after the show.

Jun 19 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. David Murray and Kahil El Zabar Duo: We Be Free Tour. Dr. Kahil El'Zabar, percussion & bandleader; David Murray, saxophone. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2196569. $45); $65(Both concerts; $55(door); $45(adv). Also Jun 20.

Jun 19 7:00: Luminato Festival/Dance Immersion. NIMBA. Through dance, circus, and music, bodies rise from the ground and carve space in motion, carrying memory and embodying the deep connection between land and people. As rural and urban worlds collide, landscapes shift, reshaping territory and identity alike. Meridian Arts Centre - Lyric Theatre, 5040 Yonge St., North York. www.luminatofestival.com/nimba. From $49. Also Jun 20(2pm).

Jun 19 7:30: Aurora Cultural Centre. Dala. Dala: Amanda Walther & Sheila Carabine, vocalists. Aurora Town Square - Davide De Simone Performance Hall, 50 Victoria St., Aurora. 365-500-3313 or www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. $55; $15(st).

Jun 19 7:30: Guelph Musicfest. Penderecki Quartet. Beethoven: String Quartet No.8 in e Op.59 No.2 “Razumovsky”; Penderecki: String Quartet No.3 “Leaves of an Unwritten Diary”; Dvořák: Piano Quintet No.2 in A Op.81. Jerzy Kaplanek, violin; Jeremy Bell, violin; Christine Vlajk, viola; Katie Schlaikjer, cello; with guest pianist Ken Gee. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph. www.guelphmusicfest.ca or 519-993-7591. From $20.

Jun 19 7:30: Live Nation. An Acoustic Evening with Trey Anastasio – Featuring Jeff Tanski. Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/trey-anastasio. From $436.

Jun 19 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. James Keelaghan. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/james-keelaghan-5. $40; $20(st/artsworkers/underemployed).

Jun 19 8:00: Luminato Festival. NoSax NoClar & Robinson Khoury - MŸA. NoSax NoClar: saxophonist Bastien Weeger, saxophone;  Julien Stella, beatbox & clarinet. Alliance Français de Toronto - Downtown Campus, 24 Spadina Rd. NoSax NoClar & Robinson Khoury. From $29.

Jun 19 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. See Jun 18. Also Jun 20.

Jun 19 8:00: Massey Hall. Shakura S’Aida With Special Guest Celeigh Cardinal. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or Shakura S’Aida. $25.

Jun 19 8:00: The Old Mill. Kellylee Evans. Old Mill Toronto - Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Rd. Kellylee Evans.

Jun 19 9:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Otherlands Trio; Elisa Thorn; Juba Lee 4tet. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 20 11:00am: City of Toronto. Indigenous Arts Festival. 5pm: Mississauga Credit First Nation Youth Performance; 5:25pm: Manitou Mkwa Singers; 6:05pm: Lacey Hill; 6:45pm: Derek Miller; 7:40pm: Susan Aglukark. Biidaasige Park, 51 Commissioners St. Indigenous Arts Festival. Free.

Jun 20 12:00_noon: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Darius Jones; Grdina-Greene-McPherson; Bajakian-Úlhela; Crimp-Lillinger-Nilsson-West. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 20 2:00: Arraymusic. Luke Welch Album Release Concert: Herstory - Solo Piano Works from Female Composers of Colour. Works by Florence Price, Montague Ring (Amanda Aldridge), Chiquinha Gonzaga, and L. Viola Kinney. Luke Welch, piano. Array Space, 155 Walnut Ave. 416-432-3019. $10(CD included); $25(LP vinyl included). Reception to follow.

Jun 20 2:00: Luminato Festival/Dance Immersion. NIMBA. See Jun 19.

Jun 20 2:00: Trio Terrifico. Debut Concert. Beethoven: Piano Trio No.3 in c Op.1 No.3; Grieg: Piano Trio in c; Brahms: Piano Trio in C Op.87; Rachmaninoff (arr. C. Burton): "Vocalise". Christopher Burton, piano; Michelle Kyle, cello; Daniel Kushner, violin. St. Barnabas Anglican Church (East Latvian Lutheran Community Church), 361 Danforth Ave. 416-465-7443. $25.

Jun 20 2:30: Sue and Dwight Music. Get Together: Songs of Peace, Love & Happiness. Songsheets provided. Join us for a singalong celebration of songs of Peace, Love, and Happiness from the 60s & 70s featuring the music of Crosby Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, Peter Paul & Mary, Three Dog Night, The Youngbloods, Simon & Garfunkel, and others. The Get Together Band: Sue and Dwight; Henry Lees. Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave. www.sueanddwight.com.

Jun 20 3:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. See Jun 18. Also Jun 21(1:30pm).

Jun 20 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. David Murray and Kahil El Zabar Duo: We Be Free Tour. See Jun 19.

Jun 20 7:30: Dr. Arlan Vriens. Futureproofing. Drawing on research supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. World Premieres — Amy Brandon: Arp Speed; Wesley Shen. Dr. Arlan Vriens, violin; Tsz Long Fish Yu, Amy Brandon, Lily Koslow, Steven Webb, electronics. Walter Hall (University of Toronto), 80 Queen's Park. 514-291-3400. Free.

Jun 20 7:30: Modern Sound Collective/Pride Toronto 2026. Craig Hella Johnson's Considering Matthew Shepard. Concreamus & Datsuzoku, youth & young adult choirs; Modern Sound Collective, vocal & chamber ensemble. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. Considering Matthew Shepard. $40; $20(st).

Jun 20 7:30: Niagara Symphony Orchestra. A John Williams Finale. Music by John Williams from Star Wars, E.T., Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, and other films. Bradley Thachuk, conductor & soloist. FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre - Partridge Hall, 250 St. Paul St., St. Catharines. www.niagarasymphony.com or 1-855-515-0722. From $24. Also Jun 21(2:30pm).

Jun 20 7:30: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival: Grand Finale. The full TBSI Orchestra and Choir are joined by the faculty and by members of the Tafelmusik Chamber Choir to perform large-scale orchestral and choral works. Grace Church on-the-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd. www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF2026. Free.

Jun 20 8:00: Alliance Française de Toronto. Tant mieux: Émile Bourgault. Alliance Français de Toronto - Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Rd. www.alliance-francaise.ca. $18; $16/sr/st); $15(AFT loyalty card); $12(ages 5-12); Free (ages under 5).

Jun 20 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. The Paul Wells Roadshow: Toronto. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/the-paul-wells-road-show-toronto. $60. 

Jun 20 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Time and Transformation. Dohnányi: Symphonic Minutes; Poulenc: Concerto for Two Pianos & Orchestra; Sibelius: Symphony No.2. Michael Berkovsky & Coral Solomon, piano duo; Daniel Vnukowski, host; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Meridian Arts Centre - George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St. www.ksorchestra.ca or 416-733-9388. From $25. 7:10pm: Prélude (pre-concert recital). 7:20pm: Pre-concert talk. Intermission discussion and Q&A with Michael Berkovsky, Coral Solomon & Daniel Vnukowski.

Jun 20 8:00: Luminato Festival. The Philip Glass Ensemble. Philip Glass: The Early Works, a programme of Glass’ most celebrated pieces from 1974 to 1984 including music composed specifically for the Philip Glass Ensemble. Highlights include Glassworks, Dance 1 (Einstein on the Beach), Grid (Koyaanisqatsi), and Funeral (Akhnaten). Royal Conservatory of Music - TELUS Centre - Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W. www.luminatofestival.com/philip-glass-ensemble. From $44.

Jun 20 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. See Jun 18.

Jun 21 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. Until 4pm. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204424. $25/$15(adv). Also Jun 28; Jul 12 & 19.

Jun 21 1:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. See Jun 18.

Jun 21 2:00: Céleste Music. In Illustrious Company at the Graf Piano: A Romantic Salon Evening. Beethoven "Waldstein" Sonata Op.53; Beethoven/Liszt: An die ferne Geliebte S.469; Clara Schumann: Soirées musicales Op.6; Delphine von Schauroth: Lieder ohne Worte. Patricia García Gil, fortepiano. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 21 2:30: Niagara Symphony Orchestra. A John Williams Finale. See Jun 20.

Jun 21 4:00: Harbourfront Centre. Summer Music in the Garden: The Sovereignty of Song. Ian Cusson: Five Songs on Poems of Marilyn Dumont (song cycle); and selected musical theatre, opera, and art songs. Julie Lumsden, vocals; Kate Carver, piano. Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000. Free.

Jun 21 4:00: Music Niagara Festival. Moving Pictures: Victor Paukstelis in Recital – Father’s Day. Victor Paukstelis, piano. St. Mark's Church, 2 Ridley Rd., St. Catharines. www.musicniagara.org. $19.

Jun 21 4:30: Christ Church Deer Park. Jazz Vespers: Miles Davis Jazz Vespers. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Miles Davis’s birth with our final Jazz Vespers service of the season. The Brian Barlow Big Band. 1570 Yonge St. 416-920-5211 or www.christchurchdeerpark.org. Free. Everyone welcome. Donations to support Christ Church Deer Park are appreciated.

Jun 21 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Sharon Riley and Faith Chorale. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/sharon-riley-and-faith-chorale. $30; $20(st/arts worker/underemployed). 

Jun 22 7:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Jordana Talsky. Jordana Talsky, vocals & loops; Scott Metcalfe, piano; Brownman Ali, trumpet. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 22 9:30: Hugh's Room Live/Toronto Jazz Festival. Isaiah Collier "Collier Plays Coltrane". Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. Isaiah Collier. $50. 

Jun 23 12:10: Nine Sparrows Arts Foundation. Lunchtime Chamber Music: Sanjana Dhanasekaran, Piano. Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. 416-922-1167 or www.yorkminsterpark.com. Free. Donations welcome.

Jun 23 1:00: St. James Cathedral. Tuesday Organ Recital. Anindyo Das, organ. Cathedral Church of St. James, 106 King St. E. 416-364-7865 or www.stjamescathedral.ca/recitals. Free. Donations encouraged.

Jun 24 1:00: Yorkminster Park Baptist Church. Carillon Recital. Deborah Hennig, carillonneuse. Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. www.yorkminsterpark.com. Free. 

Jun 23 7:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Jakob Wutzke Trio. Jacob Wutzke, drums; Brownman Ali, trumpet; Bennett Young - bass. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 24 7:00: Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society. Eybler Quartet. Joseph Boulogne, Le chevalier de Saint-George: String Quartet in g Op.14 No.; Hyacinthe Jadin: String Quartet in E Op.3 No.2; Mozart: String Quartet in E-flat K.428. Patrica Ahern & Julia Wedman, violins; Patrick Jordan, viola; Margaret Gay, cello. Venue to be confirmed, Address to be confirmed. www.ticketscene.ca/kwcms. $40; $10(st).

Jun 24 7:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Nick MacLean 4-Tet Plays Herbie Hancock. Nick Maclean, piano; Brownman Ali, trumpet; Duncan Hopkins, bass; Jacob Wutzke, drums. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 24 7:00: Royal Conservatory of Music/Toronto Jazz Festival. Royal Conservatory Jazz Festival: Cassandra Wilson. Cassandra Wilson, vocalist; Kevin Breit, guitar; Grégoire Maret, harmonica; Brandon Ross, guitar; Lonnie Plaxico, bass; Jeffrey Haynes, percussion; and Chris Eddleton, drums. Royal Conservatory of Music - TELUS Centre - Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W. 416-408-0208 or www.rcmusic.com/concert/cassandra-wilson-438801. $95.

Jun 24 7:30: Hugh's Room Live. Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues Band. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/tom-lavin-the-legendary-powder-blues2. $75.

Jun 25 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Elisa Tersigni, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Thursday at Noon. Freewill donation.

Jun 25 6:30: Canadian Chamber Orchestra. Living Room Listening Party III: Guilty Pleasures Playlist. Relax in the CCO's living room, while they perform musician-nominated guilty pleasures including new string arrangements by Chris Thornburrow, Laurence Schaufele, Andrew Ascenzo, and Drew Comstock delivered in a living-room atmosphere where the musicians introduce each piece from the stage and the audience is close enough to feel every note. Eglinton St. George's United Church, 35 Lytton Blvd. www.canadianchamberorchestra.ca. Admission by donation of 2 lbs of non-perishable food for the Eglinton St. George's Food Pantry or a monetary donation at the door. All are welcome.

Jun 25 7:00: Harbourfront Centre. Summer Music in the Garden: Garden Rhythms – Taiko Among the Trees. A selection of approximately eight original works featuring an array of taiko drums, gongs, percussion, bamboo flutes, and the three-stringed shamisen. Nagata Shachu. Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000. Free.

Jun 25 7:00: Hugh's Room Live. Orrin Evans Trio. Until 9:30pm. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/orrin-evans-trio. $64.

Jun 25 7:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. ARECIBO - Proyecto Blanquito. Brownman Ali, trumpet; Nick Maclean, piano; Sean Dennis, six-string electric bass; Jacob Wutzke, drums. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 25 7:00: Outback. America: The Happy Trails Tour 2026. Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/america. From $96.

Jun 25 7:30: Brott Music Festival. Beethoven & Sibelius. Jared Miller: Traffic Jam; Beethoven: Piano Concerto No.3 in c; Sibelius: Symphony No.2 in D. McMaster University - L. R. Wilson Hall, 1280 Main St. W., Hamilton. 905-525-7664 or www.brottmusic.com. From $25.

Jun 25 7:30: Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W. www.shenyun.com or 1-855-416-1800 or GTA@ticketingorder.com. From $100. Also Jun 26(7:30pm), 27(2pm & 7:30pm) & 28(1pm). 

Jun 25 7:30: SweetWater Music Festival. SweetStrings Go for Baroque! L. E. Shore Memorial Library - The Blue Mountains Public Library, 173 Bruce St. S., Thornbury. www.eventbrite.ca/e/1990278649016. Free tickets must be booked in advance through Eventbrite.

Jun 25 8:00: Small World Music/Kunlé Music. Kunlé: "The Journey" Album Release Concert. Kunlé, vocals/guitar/piano; Stephen San Juan, lead guitar; Johnson Afolabi, talking drums & percussion; Andrew Kerr, bass; Oluwadamilare Odede, drums. Guest performers: Dipo, Paakwesi, and Nelson Sobral. Small World Music Centre, Artscape Youngplace, 180 Shaw St. 416-536-5439. General admission: $30; Supporter admission: $45(includes a limited-edition red coral bead bracelet). Seated admission & handwritten thank-you card.

Jun 26 10:30am: Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. Have You Met the Clarinet? Max Christie, clarinet. Hamilton Farmers' Market, 35 York Blvd., Hamilton. www.hpo.org. Free.

Jun 26 7:00: Roy Thomson Hall. Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure with Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Benjamin Northey, conductor. 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375 or Elden Ring. From $113.

Jun 26 7:30: Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. See Jun 25. Also Jun 27(2pm & 7:30pm) & 28(1pm). 

Jun 26 8:00: Live Nation. Los Mirlos. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or Los Mirlos. From $69.

Jun 26 8:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Brownman Electryc Trio. Brownman Ali, trumpet; Sean Dennis, six-string electric bass; Adam Mansfield, drums. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $35(door); $25(adv).

Jun 27 2:00: Céleste Music. Academy Festival Showcase Concert. A concert by the winners of the Céleste Music Academy Festival. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $40; $25(st).

Jun 27 2:00: Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W. www.shenyun.com. From $100. Also Jun 27(7:30pm) & 28(1pm). 

Jun 27 2:00: Toronto Children's Chorus. Canada to the World. A cappella music from Canada and Asia brought to life visually with costuming and choreography. Toronto Children's Chorus; Zimfira Poloz, artistic director. Eglinton St. George's United Church, 35 Lytton Blvd. 416-932-8666 or  TCC Canada to the World. $30.

Jun 27 3:15: Waterside Summer Series. The New Orford Quartet. Works by Janáček and Mendelssohn. Jonathan Crow, violin; Sharon Wei, viola; Cameron Crozman, cello. St. Paul's Presbyterian Church on Amherst Island, 955 Stella 40 Foot Rd., Stella. 613-328-5649 or www.watersidemusic.ca. $50; $25(ages under 14); $225 subscription for 5-concert series. NOTE: Amherst Island requires a ferry.

Jun 27 4:00: Music Toronto. COSE (Celebration of Small Ensembles): A Journey Through the Iberian Baroque. Works by Juan Francés de Iribarren, Santiago de Murcia, Antonio Martin y Coll; and others. Gentileschi Baroque: Cristina Prats-Costa, violin & curator; Jonathan Stuchbery, lute; Lucas Harris, lute; Naghmeh Farahman, Persian percussion. Aperture Room, 340 Yonge St. 416-214-1660 or www.musictorontoconcerts.com. $40; $25(arts workers); Half-price(adults accompanying st/minors); Free(st/minors).

Jun 27 4:00: Toronto City Opera. Orpheus in the Underworld. Music by Jacques Offenbach. Fully staged and sung in English with English supertitles. Teresa Tucci (Eurydice); Christian Matta (Pluto); Matthew Black (Jupiter); Jada Alexiou (Public Opinion); Jeffrey Liu (Orpheus); Alice MacGregor (Cupid); Daniela Agostino (Diana); Aemelia Moser (Minerva); North York Concert Orchestra; Rafael Luz, conductor; Amanda Testini, stage director. Trinity St. Paul's United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts, 427 Bloor St. W. www.torontocityopera.com/tickets. From $25. Also Jun 28.

Jun 27 5:00: Music Toronto. COSE (Celebration of Small Ensembles): Five Postcards from Canada. Works by Marjan Mozetich, Carmen Braden, Derek Charke, Alice Ho, and James Rolfe. Echo Chamber: Aaron Schwebel, violin & artistic director; Leana Rutt, cello; Dakota Scott-Digout, piano; Trevor Copp, mime. Aperture Room, 340 Yonge St. 416-214-1660 or www.musictorontoconcerts.com. $40; $25(arts workers); Half-price(adults accompanying st/minors); Free(st/minors).

Jun 27 5:00: TO Live. Celebrating the Spirit of Aloha: 'Ohana Hula 40th Anniversary. Meridian Arts Centre - George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St. Spirit of Aloha. From $60.

Jun 27 7:00: Visual and Performing Arts Newmarket. Sheng Cai, Piano. Works by Bach, Beethoven, Scriabin, Barber & Chopin. Newmarket Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. www.vpan.ca or 905-953-5313. $35; $30(sr); $25(st).

Jun 27 7:30: Arcady Ensemble. Ruth. Music by Ronald Beckett. Libretto by Roger Bayley. Cristina Pisani (Ruth); Laurence Williams (Boaz); Anjelique Croteau (Naomi); Sophia Korz (Orpah) supported by Arcady’s professional chorus, orchestra, dancers, and youth chorus; Ronald Beckett, musical director. St. James United Church, 150 Colborne St. S., Simcoe. 519-428-3185 or www.arcady.ca. $40; $15(st).

Jun 27 7:30: Ontario Cross-Cultural Music Society Symphony Orchestra and Canadian Chinese Orchestra. Butterfly’s Dream 蝴蝶之梦—东西和鸣. A silent auction will be held in the lobby during the concert to help fund the event. Bao Yuan-Kai: Selections from Chinese Sights and Sounds; Wang Chenwei 王辰威: 天 (Sky); 陕北四章 IV (Shaanbei Sketches IV); He Zhanhao (premiere of arrangement by Dr. Matthew Poon): The Butterfly Lovers (梁祝) Double Concerto for Erhu & Violin. Amely Zhou, erhu soloist; Andrew Hsu, violin soloist; Hong-Da Chin, Dizi; OCMS Orchestra &  Canadian Chinese Orchestra; Dr. Matthew Poon, conductor. P.C. Ho Theatre, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, 5183 Sheppard Ave. E., Scarborough. 647-848-3396. $35; $20(sr/st).

Jun 27 7:30: Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. See Jun 25. Also Jun 28(1pm). 

Jun 27 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Goin' to Toronto: Mike McKenna Book Launch & Concert with Luke and The Apostles. Slidewinder Blues Band: Mike McKenna, guitar & vocals; Tom Robertson, vocals / guitar / harmonica; Dave Breckels, drums; Charlie Hinkel, bass & vocals; Jay Moonah, harmonica / organ / guitar / vocals. Luke & The Apostles: Luke Gibson, vocals / guitar / harmonica; Mike McKenna, guitar & vocals; Ed Hamm, drums & vocals; Jeff Hamm, bass & vocals. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/mike-mckenna-going-to-toronto-book-launch. $35; $25(arts workers/st/underemployed).

Jun 27 8:00: International Music Festival & Competition. Dialogues Across Time. Works by Chopin, Schubert, Debussy, Wieniawski, Liszt, and other works. Vivian Hu, cello; Christina Sievers, violin; Isabella Lu, piano; Tiffany Weng, piano; Micah Lam, piano. Cornell Community Centre - Recital Hall, 3201 Bur Oak Ave., Markham. www.international-music-competition.square.site. $20.

Jun 27 8:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Genevieve Marentette's Flux State. Genevieve Marentette, vocals; Brownman Ali, trumpet; Nick Maclean, keyboards & synths; Sean Dennis, six-string electric bass; Adam Mansfield, drums. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $35(door); $25(adv).

Jun 27 8:00: Small World Music. Ibrahim Maalouf. Danforth Music Hall, 147 Danforth Ave. www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10006382F7EBC8FC. From $45.

Jun 28 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. See Jun 19.

Jun 28 1:00: Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. See Jun 25. 

Jun 28 2:00: Céleste Music. Voyage to Versailles. Jacquet de La Guerre: Trio Sonata No.1; Couperin: Pièces de clavecin, Sixième ordre; Boismortier: Flute Sonata in D Op.91 No.1; Duphly: Pièces de clavecin, Livre 3; Rameau: Pièces de clavecin en concert, Troisième concert. Borys Medicky, harpsichord; Alison Melville, flute; Cristina Prats-Costa, violin; Felix Deak, viola da gamba. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 28 3:00: Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society. Lauzière & Park. Mozart: Sonata K.302; Medtner: Sonata No.1 Op.21; Beethoven: Sonata No.9 Op.47 "Kreutzer". Bénédicte Lauzière, violin; Angela Park, piano. Keffer Memorial Chapel, Wilfrid Laurier University, 75 University Ave. W., Waterloo. www.ticketscene.ca/kwcms. $40; $10(st).

Jun 28 4:00: Harbourfront Centre. Summer Music in the Garden: And Still We Sing … Walk Together, Children. J. Rosamond Johnson (arr. Roland M. Carter): Lift Every Voice and Sing; I Want Jesus to Walk with Me (arr. Moses Hogan); I’m Buildin’ Me a Home (arr. Uzee Brown, Jr.); Deep River (arr. R. Nathaniel Dett); Errollyn Wallen: My Feet May Take a Little While. Nathaniel Dett Chorale. Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000. Free.

Jun 28 4:00: Hirut Restaurant. The Salty Dog Trio. Bob Brough, saxophone; Chris Banks, bass; Greg Pilo, drums. 2050 Danforth Ave. www.hirutjazz.ca or 647-779-1986. Call or visit website for info. 

Jun 28 4:00: My House Junction Jazz Fest 2026. Miles Davis: The Prestige Years - Featuring Brownman Ali. Brownman Ali, trumpet; Nick Maclean, piano; Frank Botos, drums. My House, 2882 Dundas St. W. 416-604-4555 www.eventbrite.com/cc/4844128. $30(door); $20(adv).

Jun 28 4:00: Toronto City Opera. Orpheus in the Underworld. See Jun 27.

Jun 28 5:00: Music Niagara Festival. Glory to Ukraine: Recital with Solomiya Ivakhiv, Violin. St. Mark's Anglican Church, 41 Byron St., Niagara-on-the-Lake. www.musicniagara.org. $39.

Jun 28 7:00: Strings Attached Orchestra. Finale Concert. Jonathan Wong, conductor & music director. Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts, 36 Greenfield Ave. www.stringsattachedorchestra.com or info@stringsattachedorchestra.com.

Jun 28 7:30: Free Times Cafe. Ross Kindler & Band. Ros Kindler, vocals; Bob Brough, saxophone; Rob Thaller, keyboard; Tony Quarrington, guitar; Jordan O’Conner, bass. 320 College St. www.freetimescafe.com or 416-967-1078. Call or visit website for info. 

Jun 28 7:30: The Dot. Friends of Dorothy. We’re off to see the Wizard! Adorn yourself in whatever makes you feel fabulous for a celebration of love and community through song! It's Pride and we are truly full of it! TacoTaco, 319 Augusta Ave. Friends of Dorothy or 416-300-5660. $20.

Jun 28 8:00: Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra. Anthems and Icons of Pride. Join us for an evening of music, celebration, pride, and unity as the RHPO performs a program of popular Anthems by Icons of the LGBTQ+ community. Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. www.tickets.rhcentre.ca. $38; $33(under 26/sr); $10(ages 12 & under).

ETCETERAS

The ETCETERAS are listings for date-related events - live and virtual - that are of musical interest but which are not performances. This includes, for example, conferences and symposia, masterclasses, workshops, and film screenings. Just like our daily concert listings, the ETCETERAS are updated weekly online, and are free of charge. Please contact our listings team for more information at etc@thewholenote.com.

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New Music for Old Hands Concert Series. Matinee Concert. Martin van de Ven: "Mellow Bells". The composer will bring his clarinet, will share about Klezmer music, and will share some pieces from the genre, such as Araber Tanz, and Nokh A Glezyl Vayn. Followed by a casual social mixer. Labdara Lithuanian Nursing Home, 5 Resurrection Rd., Etobicoke. New Music for Old Hands. Free. Jun 20(2pm). 

Music Niagara Festival. Masterclass with Solomiya Ivakhiv, Violin. Grace United Church, 222 Victoria St., Niagara-on-the-Lake. www.musicniagara.org. $35. Jun 27 4pm.

FESTIVALS

CCCT International Music Festival. Registration open Jun 1–Sep 20. Festival runs Oct 26–Nov 4. Gala Concert & Awards Ceremony Dec 13. www.ccctimf.org

MUSICAL THEATRE & DANCE

Capitol Theatre Port Hope. Come From Away. https://capitoltheatre.com/season/. Jul 10–Aug 2.

DanceWorks. Sweet Ephemera. A double bill featuring Peel Me by Eilish 미정 Shin-Culhane and pahinga ka muna by Jose Miguel “Miggy” Esteban. Exploring queer intimacy, cultural memory, and diasporic experience. The Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W. Jun 18-20.

Drayton Entertainment. 42nd Street. Huron Country Playhouse. www.draytonentertainment.com.

Jun 18–28.

Drayton Entertainment. Nashville Music City. Drayton Festival Theatre. www.draytonentertainment.com. Jun 18–27.

Drayton Entertainment. Sister Act. June 13-

Eclipse Theatre Company. Punch: A New Musical. By Andrew Seok. Starring Chilina Kennedy. Presented in concert. Factory Theatre. www.factorytheatre.ca/series/punch-a-new-musical. Jun 18–21(7:30 pm).

Hamilton Fringe Festival. At various venues around Hamitlon. www.hftco.ca. Jul 15–26.

Luminato various musical events around Toronto.. www.luminatofestival.com until June 28. 

Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. Music by René Orth. Libretto by Hannah Moscovitch. Mireille Asselin, soprano; Lauren Pearl, soprano; Taylor-Alexis DuPont, mezzo; Jorell Williams, baritone; Joanna Settle, stage director; Sandra Horst, conductor. St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/10-days-in-a-madhouse. From $69. Jun 18(7:30pm), 20(3:30pm)  & 21(1:30pm).

Mirvish. & Juliet. Created by Canadian David West Read and starring an all-Canadian cast featuring Vanessa Sears and George Krissa with songs from the catalogue of Max Martin. Royal Alexandra Theatre, 260 King St. W. www.mirvish.com. Extended to Aug 30.

Mirvish. The Outsiders. Adapted from S.E. Hinton’s novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s film. Book by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine. Music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levinewith. Choreography by Rick & Jeff Kuperman. Princess of Wales Theatre. www.mirvish.com/shows/the-outsiders. Jun 17–Jul 26. 

Shaw Festival. Funny Girl starring Sara Farb as Fanny Brice.  Festival Theatre. www.shawfest.ca. Jun 18–Oct 3.

Shen Yun Performing Arts. Shen Yun. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W. www.shenyun.com or 1-855-416-1800 or GTA@ticketingorder.com. From $100. Jun 25(7:30pm), 26(7:30pm), 27(2pm & 7:30pm) & 28(1pm). 

Soulpepper Theatre. Tiger Bride (a  rock musical)  Based on Angela Carter’s short story. Created by Frank Cox-O’Connell, Andrew Penner and Hailey Gillis. Starring Hailey Gillis, Andrew Penner and Landon Doak. www.soulpepper.ca/performances/tigerbride Jun 18–21. 

Stratford Festival. Guys and Dolls. A new production by Donna Feore with a new cast including Dan Chameroy and Jennifer Rider-Shaw. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Guys-and-Dolls. Jun 18–Nov 1

Stratford Festival: Something Rotten. Remount with original cast. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Something-Rotten. Jun 18–Oct 31.

St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival. R&J and Joni. Music by Joni Mitchell. With Hilary Adams, Jillian Mitsuko Cooper, Nick Dolan, Andrew Iles, Richard Lam, and Cara Pantalone. Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St. W., Prescott. 613-925-5788. $39; $26(st); $20(child). Jul 18–Aug 8(7pm); Jul 25 & Aug 1(3pm); Aug 5(1pm).

Theatre Aquarius. Brave New Works. An Evening with Christina Vegas: KEY CHANGE: A TRANS JOURNEY FROM ‘DIVO’ TO ‘DIVA’. A New Musical. Directed by Mary Francis Moore. .  www.theatreaquarius.org. One night only. Hamilton. Free. Jun 22(7pm).

Theatre Aquarius/Thousand Islands Playhouse. It’s a Good Life If You Don’t Weaken. A continuation of the world premiere production with music by The Tragically Hip and an original book by Ahmed Moneka and Jesse LaVercomb that began at Theatre Aquarius in April/May. Kingston Grand Theatre www.1000islandplayhouse.com/the-tragically-hip. Oct 22–Nov 8.

Toronto City Opera. Orpheus in the Underworld. Music by Jacques Offenbach. Fully staged and sung in English with English supertitles. Teresa Tucci (Eurydice); Christian Matta (Pluto); Matthew Black (Jupiter); Jada Alexiou (Public Opinion); Jeffrey Liu (Orpheus); Alice MacGregor (Cupid); Daniela Agostino (Diana); Aemelia Moser (Minerva); North York Concert Orchestra; Rafael Luz, conductor; Amanda Testini, stage director. Trinity St. Paul's United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts, 427 Bloor St. W. www.torontocityopera.com/tickets. From $25. Jun 27 & 28 at 4pm.

Toronto Fringe Festival. At Soulpepper and venues around Toronto. www.fringetoronto.com. Jun 30–Jul 12.

Tweed & Company. 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. www.tweedandcompany.com/upcoming. In Tweed Jun 26–Jul 5. In Bancroft Jul 8–19.

Yes Theatre Sudbury. Under Pressure: The Music of Bowie and Queen. Jun 9–Jul 4. Also Come From Away.  www.yestheatre.com. Jul 6–Aug 8.

SUMMER CAMPS

Canadian Opera Company. Summer Music Camps 2026.

Jul 6–10: Little Company (entering Grades 1–3 in Sep 2026)

Jul 13–17: Junior Company (entering Grades 4–6 in Sep 2026)

Jul 20–24: Junior Company (entering Grades 4–6 in Sep 2026)

Jul 27–31: Intermediate Company (entering Grades 7–9 in Sep 2026)

Times: 9am–3:30pm. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W. Target: Children and teens, ages 6–14. We invite young creatives from Grade 1 to 9 to learn about music, drama, and design. Participants are supported in a creative and non-competitive environment where they learn and experiment with several modes of artistic expression, including singing, composing, movement, drama, and design. In creating their own original work, campers are guided by the COC’s roster of teaching artists, highly skilled professionals in their respective fields, culminating in a final showcase performance for family and friends. No previous experience with music required. Tuition: $395. Registration for each company is available until the Friday before their first day. Extended care is available until 5pm for Little Company and Junior Company participants for an additional $40. To register, visit coc.ca/Camps.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted, and street addresses for venues are Toronto locations unless otherwise specified. If no city is shown in the listing, the event takes place in Toronto.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Contact presenters for concert updates. The deadline for the next Weekly Update #303 (covering Jun 18–28, 2026) is Thu Jun 11 at 6pm. 

This update includes detailed daily listings for the period Thu Jun 11 – Sun Jun 21. For detailed listings on all events in our database, use our searchable online JustAsk feature. 

Presenters of previously submitted listings are also asked to advise us by that date of any changes or cancellations. Send all submissions to  John Sharpe at listings@thewholenote.com.

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DETAILED DAILY LISTINGS, Thu Jun 11 – Sun Jun 21, 2026

Jun 11 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Minako Uchino, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Noon at Met. Freewill donation.

Jun 11 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. Beethoven: Symphony No.9 "Choral". Ambur Braid, soprano; Ema Nikolovska, mezzo; Saimir Pirgu, tenor; Jongmin Park, bass; Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $147. Also Jun 12(7:30pm), 13(7:30pm), 14(3pm).

Jun 11 8:00: Jazz Bistro. The Sean Nimmons Quintet. Sean Nimmons with Mike Murley, tenor saxophone; Kevin Turcotte, trumpet; Dan Fortin, bass; Ethan Ardelli, drums. 251 Victoria St. www.jazzbistro.ca/event/the-sean-nimmons-quintet or 416-363-5299.

Jun 12 7:00: Apocryphonia Concert Series/Diapente Renaissance Vocal Quintet. Of Whales and Willpower: The Jamaican Jonah. Samuel Felsted: Jonah (Canadian premiere). Paul Williamson, tenor; Alexander Cappellazzo, tenor; Joshua Duncan-Lee, organ. Christ Church Deer Park, 1570 Yonge St. 514-378-2558. $45 & $35.

Jun 12 7:30: Guelph Musicfest. Gryphon Trio. Trios by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Clark, Dinuk Wijeratne, and Dvořák: Piano Trio No.3 in f Op.65 (B.130). Annalee Patipatanakoon, violin; Roman Borys, cello; Jamie Parker, piano. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph. www.guelphmusicfest.ca or 519-993-7591. From $20.

Jun 12 7:30: Luminato/Toronto Symphony Orchestra/Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Beethoven's Ninth. To be simulcast on the screens at Sankofa Square with participation of. Beethoven: Symphony No.9 "Choral". Ambur Braid, soprano; Ema Nikolovska, mezzo; Saimir Pirgu, tenor; Jongmin Park, bass; Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or www.luminatofestival.com/ode-to-joy or 416-598-3375. $203. Concert also performed on Jun 13(7:30pm), 14(3pm) but will not be simulcast.

Jun 12 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. Music by Cecilia Livingston & Libretto by Duncan McFarlane. Len Crino, soprano; Brenden Lengsfeld, alto; Ryan Nauta, tenor; Aaron Dimoff, baritone; Dancers: Sully Malaeb Proulx, Jarrett Siddall, and Miyeko Ferguson; TorQ Percussion Ensemble; Jennifer Nichols, director & choreographer; Evan Mitchell, music director. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. Parelios. $50; $35(arts workers); $30(sr); $20(under 25). Also Jun 13(7:30pm) & 14(2:30pm).

Jun 12 7:30: Silverthorn Symphonic Winds. The Lord of the Rings. Johan de Meij: Symphony No. 1 - The Lord of the Rings; Brian W. Jagger: Navitas (world premiere); Joshua A. Idio: The Templar Order (world premiere). Salvation Army Scarborough Citadel Community Church, 2021 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough. www.silverthornwinds.ca. $20.

Jun 12 7:30: Toronto Bandura Festival. Bandura on Bloor 2026 Concert Series. Julian Kytasty, bandura; Olha Petelko, bandura. Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Rd. 416-845-2691 or www.torontobandurafestival.ca. $25(Early Bird); $35(Regular); $30(sr/under 30); Free(under 12).

Jun 12 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Up On the Roof: An Evening with Michah Barnes. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/micah-barnes-up-on-the-roof-2. $35; $20(st/arts workers/underemployed).

Jun 12 8:00: The Old Mill. Ale Avery Nunez. Old Mill Toronto - Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Rd. www.oldmilltoronto.com/event/ale-avery-nunez.

Jun 13 10:00am: Canadian Music and Performing Arts Association. Richmond Hill Music and Performing Arts Festival Gala Concert. Winners of 2026 Richmond Hill Music and Performing Arts Festival. Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. 437-602-8788.

Jun 13 12:00_noon: Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. Just the Two of Us! With David Pell, principal trombone & a special guest for a performance and chat. Hamilton Farmers' Market, 35 York Blvd., Hamilton. www.hpo.org. Free.

Jun 13 12:30: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival: TBSI Faculty Chamber Recital. An informal chamber recital featuring members of the faculty. Walter Hall (University of Toronto), 80 Queen's Park. www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF2026. Free.

Jun 13 2:00: Hugh's Room Live. Love, Lust & Loss Concert. A wide selection of classical, madrigal & roots music from Handel to Harry Potter, Spice Girls, and more. 16 Chairs; Geoff Butler, music director; Donna Green, artistic director; William O’Meare, piano. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. donnagreen@gmail.com. $30; Free(children under 12).

Jun 13 3:00: Toronto Northern Lights Chorus. There's No Place Like Home: Spring A Cappella Concert. Over The Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz; If I May (Nat King Cole); Welcome to the Rock from Come From Away; Good News from James and the Giant Peach; Happy Together (The Turtles). Guest performing groups to be announced. Terminal Theatre - Queens Quay Terminal, Third Floor, 207 Queens Quay West. 416-505-3321. $30; $15(st); Free(children under 12).

Jun 13 4:00: Friends of Music at St. Thomas’s. Cellist Tyler Michael James in Recital. St. Thomas's Anglican Church, 383 Huron St. 416-979-2323. PWYC: $40 suggested; $20(st).

Jun 13 7:00: RESOUND Choir. Five Hundred Years of Love & Heartbreak. Works include Billy Joel: And So It Goes; Hopelessly Devoted to You; I Want You Back/ABC; I Will Survive; Four Strong Winds. An exploration of breakup songs from 500 years of musical history. By incorporating movement and spoken poetry, this performance seeks to evoke humor, nostalgia, and beauty. Oshawa Little Theatre, 62 Russett Ave., Oshawa. 416-471-9046. From $25.

Jun 13 7:30: Bronze Foundation Handbell Ensemble. 25th Anniversary Celebration. Susan Carscadden-Mifsud, solo handbells; Bronze Foundation Academy. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 115 St. Andrew's Rd., Toronto - Scarborough. www.bronzefoundation.ca. $25; $15(ages 6–16).

Jun 13 7:30: Forte - Toronto Gay Men's Chorus. In Our Nature: A Pride Concert. Ticheli: Earth Song; Byrd: Sing Joyfully; Ešenvalds: Stars; Joni Mitchell: Big Yellow Taxi. Jeff MacLean, collaborative pianist; Jeff MacLean, percussion; Tim Francom, cello; Edward Connell, director & conductor. Featuring Forte's new chamber ensemble Vox Fortis. Elgin and Wintergarden Theatre Centre - Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge St. 647-483-6199 or www.fortechorus.com.

Jun 13 7:30: Hamilton Children's Choir. How to Build a Tree. Illumini Choir; Philip Darley, cello; Jamie Drake, percussion; Brent Fifield, organ; Laura Pin, piano; Melanie Tellez, conductor. St. Augustine Catholic Church, 58 Sydenham St., Dundas. How to Build a Tree. Free.

Jun 13 7:30: Melos Choir & Period Instruments. Of Love, Loss & Longing. Melos explores themes of love and loss through a range of historic musical expressions from the 12th to 19th centuries from Europe, Persia, Syria and Al-Andalus featuring works by Isaac, Monteverdi, Handel, Ibn Al Khatib, Darwish, and others. Guest artists: Sadaf Amini, Iranian santur; Arzhang Rafii, Iranian tar; and Aram Abou Zainedin, darbuka. St. John the Apostle Church, 88 Patrick St., Kingston. www.melos-earlymusic.org. $30.

Jun 13 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. See Jun 12. Also Jun 14(2:30pm).

Jun 13 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. See Jun 11. Also Jun 14(3pm).

Jun 13 8:00: Live Nation. Neoni: How to Kill a Fairytale Tour. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.tdmusichall.mhrth.com/tickets/neoni. From $36.

Jun 13 8:30: Luminato Festival. Lovin' You: The Minnie Riperton Story. Divine Brown, vocalist; DJ Starting from Scratch; Glenn Lewis, guest vocalist. Harbourfront Concert Stage, 235 Queens Quay W. www.luminatofestival.com/lovin--you. From $44.

Jun 14 11:00am: Xenia Concerts/TO Live. Majd Sukar & Friends. Together on stage presented in a family-friendly style that embraces neurodiversity and disability. Majd Sukar, clarinet. Meridian Hall, 1 Front St. E. Rory McLeod at 437-441-7543 or Paolo Griffin at paolo.griffin@xeniaconcerts.com. Registration fee $5. To eliminate financial barriers, we will refund your tickets when you attend the event. If you wish to donate your tickets, please let us know when you check in.

Jun 14 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204424. $25/$15(adv). Also Jun 21, 28; Jul 12 & 19.

Jun 14 2:00: Céleste Music. Elegy and Fantasy. Dussek: Élégie harmonique Op.61; Dussek: Le Retour à Paris Op.64; Schubert: Grand Rondo D.951; Schumann: Fantasy Op.17. Riko Fukuda, fortepiano; Charlotte Tang, fortepiano. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 14 2:00: Toronto Early Music Players Organization (TEMPO). TEMPO Tea and Concert. Our end-of-the-season event which is a fundraiser and opportunity for members and friends to perform, enjoy refreshments, and possibly buy recorders, music, or CDs. Grace Church on-the-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd. www.tempotoronto.net or info@tempotoronto.net. Pay What You Can. Tax receipts for donations of $20 or more.

Jun 14 2:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. See Jun 12.

Jun 14 3:00: Patchwork Trio. More Than Friends: Songs of Love from Around the World. Proceeds to the Musicbox Children's Charity. An acoustic set of a cappella and accompanied songs from a range of harmony singing traditions from around the world, including Sweden, Georgia, Appalachia, and Bulgaria exploring storytelling, harmony structure, and how people historically have used music to understand and enrich their lives and focussing on how we love our families, our crushes, our beloveds, and our communities through life and after death. Society Clubhouse, 967 College St. More Than Friends. Pay What You Can.

Jun 14 3:00: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. See Jun 11.

Jun 14 5:00: Reid's Distillery. Jennifer Bettencourt: Fado, Distilled. A musical trip to Lisbon with the evocative "blues of Portugal" — fado. Jennifer Bettencourt, fadista & vocals; Hernani Raposo, Portuguese guitar; Valdemar Mejdoubi, classical guitar; Nuno Tavares, piano. 32 Logan Ave. 416-465-4444 X2. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 14 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. Sunday Noir with Nicky Lawrence. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2201986. $50.

Jun 14 7:30: Burdock Music Hall. The Little Phrase Album Release Party. The Little Phrase: Shannon Hoff, Tania Gill, Don Scott, Chris Banks & Aidan McConnell. Burdock - Music Hall, 1184 Bloor St. W. 416-546-4033. $20/$15(adv).

Jun 15 7:00: Beaches Presbyterian Church. Spring Thaw Jazz and Folk. Annual Fundraiser with net proceeds benefiting Nourish East End Food Bank. Cash bar available. Original music by Emily Schultz (singer-songwriter), Tara Kannangara (singer-songwriter), Benton Roarke (singer-songwriter), Julian Anderson-Bowes (bassist & composer), James Hill (piano & composer). Beaches Presbyterian Church, 65 Glen Manor Dr. www.beacheschurch.org or 416-818-4953. Tickets available at www.tinyurl.com/zenarzhh. $25.

Jun 16 12:00_noon: Nine Sparrows Arts Foundation. Lunchtime Chamber Music: inVENT Trio - Sophie Lanthier, Flute; Anthony Thompson, Clarinet; Kevin Harris, Bassoon. Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. 416-922-1167 or www.yorkminsterpark.com. Free. Donations welcome.

Jun 16 1:00: St. James Cathedral. Tuesday Organ Recital. Timothy Pyper, organ. Cathedral Church of St. James, 106 King St. E. 416-364-7865 or www.stjamescathedral.ca/recitals. Free. Donations encouraged.

Jun 16 7:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. Music by René Orth. Libretto by Hannah Moscovitch. Mireille Asselin, soprano; Lauren Pearl, soprano; Taylor-Alexis DuPont, mezzo; Jorell Williams, baritone; Joanna Settle, stage director; Sandra Horst, conductor. St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/10-days-in-a-madhouse. From $69. Also Jun 18(7:30pm), 20(3:30pm)  & 21(1:30pm).

Jun 17 12:15: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Kitchener). Douglas Haas Legacy Concerts. Live and livestreamed. Luke Welch, piano. 54 Queen St. N., Kitchener. 519-578-4430. Free. Lunch available for purchase at 11:30am or bring your own.

Jun 17 1:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival: TBSI Orchestras & Choirs. The smaller orchestras and choirs perform under the direction of faculty members. Walter Hall (University of Toronto), 80 Queen's Park. www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF2026. Free.

Jun 17 2:00: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Spotlight on Broadway: Jeremy Jordan. Jeremy Jordan, vocalist; Steven Reineke, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $142. Also Jun 17(7:30pm) & 18(7:30pm).

Jun 17 6:30: Toronto Public Library - Don Mills Branch. Life As We Know It. Humorous short films about modern society set to a dynamic musical score. 888 Lawrence Ave. E. 416-469-3033 or www.bitly.com/flying-spot-players. Free.

Jun 17 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Spotlight on Broadway: Jeremy Jordan. See 2pm. Also Jun 18(7:30pm).

Jun 17 8:00: Live Nation. Marcus King Band: Darling Blue Tour Pt. 2 – With Penelope Road. Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/marcus-king. From $48.

Jun 17 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. Created and directed by Azzam Mohamed. Daniels Spectrum - Ada Slaight Auditorium, 585 Dundas St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/katma. From $39. Also Jun 18, 19 & 20.

Jun 18 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Katherine Chen, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Thursday at Noon. Freewill donation.

Jun 18 7:00: Johnny G's Cafe. Lisa Particelli's GNO Vocal Jazz Jam. Until 10pm. Peter Hill, piano; Chris Banks, bass. 478 Parliament St. 647-368-3877 or www.johnnygsrestaurant.ca.

Jun 18 7:00: Magisterra Soloists. South American Getaway. Works by Villa-Lobos, Aguila, Mehmari, Mignone, Ginastera Bacharach, and Gomes. Annette-Barbara Vogel, violin; Vladimir Rufino, violin; Fabiola Amorim Rufino, viola; Kayami Satomi, cello. Museum London - Theatre, 421 Ridout St. N., London. 519-661-0333. $35; $30(sr); $15(st); $10(under 10); $120(Young Adult Pass).

Jun 18 7:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Earth Wind & Choir; Ghost Variables; Agalawatte-Bennett-Thorn; Juba Lee 4tet. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $40(door); $33(adv).

Jun 18 7:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. See Jun 16. Also Jun 20(3:30pm)  & 21(1:30pm).

Jun 18 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Spotlight on Broadway: Jeremy Jordan. See Jun 17.

Jun 18 8:00: CONTXT/Caliban Arts Theatre. Shelley Hamilton - The Sade Experience. Until 11pm. Shelley Hamilton, vocalist; Joe Palawan, keyboards; Sean Bray, guitar; Carrie Chesnutt, sax; Dave Patel, drums; Dane Wedderburn, bass. 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture, Arts, Media and Education, 918 Bathurst St. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204127. $50/$40(adv).

Jun 18 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Tyler Ellis Album Release. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. Tyler Ellis Album Release. $30; $20(st/artsworkers/underemployed).

Jun 18 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. See Jun 17. Also Jun 19 & 20.

Jun 19 6:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Stephan Crump; Drake/West + Lee; Grdina-Lillinger. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 19 6:30: The Pilot. Mike Murray Group with Emile D'Eon & Tall Order. Until 9:30pm. Mike Murray, guitar. Pilot Tavern, 22 Cumberland Ave. www.thepilot.ca or 289-633-3634 or Mike Murray Group. $20/$15(adv). Enjoy 10% off food with your ticket before or after the show.

Jun 19 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. David Murray and Kahil El Zabar Duo: We Be Free Tour. Dr. Kahil El'Zabar, percussion & bandleader; David Murray, saxophone. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2196569. $45; $85(both concerts); $55(door); $45(adv). Also Jun 20.

Jun 19 7:00: Luminato Festival/Dance Immersion. NIMBA. Through dance, circus, and music, bodies rise from the ground and carve space in motion, carrying memory and embodying the deep connection between land and people. As rural and urban worlds collide, landscapes shift, reshaping territory and identity alike. Meridian Arts Centre - Lyric Theatre, 5040 Yonge St., North York. www.luminatofestival.com/nimba. From $49. Also Jun 20(2pm).

Jun 19 7:30: Aurora Cultural Centre. Dala. Dala: Amanda Walther & Sheila Carabine, vocalists. Aurora Town Square - Davide De Simone Performance Hall, 50 Victoria St., Aurora. 365-500-3313 or www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. $55; $15(st).

Jun 19 7:30: Guelph Musicfest. Penderecki Quartet. Beethoven: String Quartet No.8 in e Op.59 No.2 “Razumovsky”; Penderecki: String Quartet No.3 “Leaves of an Unwritten Diary”; Dvořák: Piano Quintet No.2 in A Op.81. Jerzy Kaplanek, violin; Jeremy Bell, violin; Christine Vlajk, viola; Katie Schlaikjer, cello; with guest pianist Ken Gee. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph. www.guelphmusicfest.ca or 519-993-7591. From $20.

Jun 19 7:30: Live Nation. An Acoustic Evening with Trey Anastasio – Featuring Jeff Tanski. Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/trey-anastasio. From $436.

Jun 19 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. James Keelaghan. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/james-keelaghan-5. $40; $20(st/artsworkers/underemployed).

Jun 19 8:00: Luminato Festival. NoSax NoClar & Robinson Khoury - MŸA. NoSax NoClar: saxophonist Bastien Weeger, saxophone;  Julien Stella, beatbox & clarinet. Alliance Français de Toronto - Downtown Campus, 24 Spadina Rd. www.luminatofestival.com/nosax-noclar---robinson-khoury-trio. From $29.

Jun 19 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. See Jun 17. Also Jun 20.

Jun 19 8:00: Massey Hall. Shakura S’Aida With Special Guest Celeigh Cardinal. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.tdmusichall.mhrth.com/tickets/shakura-saida. $25.

Jun 19 8:00: The Old Mill. Kellylee Evans. Old Mill Toronto - Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Rd. www.oldmilltoronto.com/event/kellylee-evans.

Jun 19 9:00: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Otherlands Trio; Elisa Thorn; Juba Lee 4tet. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 20 11:00am: City of Toronto. Indigenous Arts Festival. 5pm: Mississauga Credit First Nation Youth Performance; 5:25pm: Manitou Mkwa Singers; 6:05pm: Lacey Hill; 6:45pm: Derek Miller; 7:40pm: Susan Aglukark. Biidaasige Park, 51 Commissioners St. Indigenous Arts Festival. Free.

Jun 20 12:00_noon: Something Else! Festival. In Concert. Darius Jones; Grdina-Greene-McPherson; Bajakian-Úlhela; Crimp-Lillinger-Nilsson-West. St. Cuthbert's Presbyterian Church, 2 Bond St. N., Hamilton. www.somethingelsefestival.com. $35(door); $29(adv).

Jun 20 2:00: Arraymusic. Luke Welch Album Release Concert: Herstory - Solo Piano Works from Female Composers of Colour. Works by Florence Price, Montague Ring (Amanda Aldridge), Chiquinha Gonzaga, and L. Viola Kinney. Luke Welch, piano. Array Space, 155 Walnut Ave. 416-432-3019. $10(CD included); $25(LP vinyl included). Reception to follow.

Jun 20 2:00: Luminato Festival/Dance Immersion. NIMBA. See Jun 19.

Jun 20 2:00: Trio Terrifico. Debut Concert. Beethoven: Piano Trio No.3 in c Op.1 No.3; Grieg: Piano Trio in c; Brahms: Piano Trio in C Op.87; Rachmaninoff (arr. C. Burton): "Vocalise". Christopher Burton, piano; Michelle Kyle, cello; Daniel Kushner, violin. St. Barnabas Anglican Church (East Latvian Lutheran Community Church), 361 Danforth Ave. 416-465-7443. $25.

Jun 20 2:30: Sue and Dwight Music. Get Together: Songs of Peace, Love & Happiness. Songsheets provided. Join us for a singalong celebration of songs of Peace, Love, and Happiness from the 60s & 70s featuring the music of Crosby Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, Peter Paul & Mary, Three Dog Night, The Youngbloods, Simon & Garfunkel, and others. The Get Together Band: Sue and Dwight; Henry Lees. Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave. www.sueanddwight.com.

Jun 20 3:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. See Jun 16. Also Jun 21(1:30pm).

Jun 20 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. David Murray and Kahil El Zabar Duo: We Be Free Tour. See Jun 19.

Jun 20 7:30: Dr. Arlan Vriens. Futureproofing. Drawing on research supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. World Premieres — Amy Brandon: Arp Speed; Wesley Shen: . Dr. Arlan Vriens, violin; Tsz Long Fish Yu, Amy Brandon, Lily Koslow, Steven Webb, electronics. Walter Hall (University of Toronto), 80 Queen's Park. 514-291-3400. Free.

Jun 20 7:30: Modern Sound Collective/Pride Toronto 2026. Craig Hella Johnson's Considering Matthew Shepard. Concreamus & Datsuzoku, youth & young adult choirs; Modern Sound Collective, vocal & chamber ensemble. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. Modern Sound Collective. $40; $20(st).

Jun 20 7:30: Niagara Symphony Orchestra. A John Williams Finale. Music by John Williams from Star Wars, E.T., Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, and other films. Bradley Thachuk, conductor & soloist. FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre - Partridge Hall, 250 St. Paul St., St. Catharines. www.niagarasymphony.com or 1-855-515-0722. From $24. Also Jun 21(2:30pm).

Jun 20 7:30: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival: Grand Finale. The full TBSI Orchestra and Choir are joined by the faculty and by members of the Tafelmusik Chamber Choir to perform large-scale orchestral and choral works. Grace Church on-the-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd. www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF2026. Free.

Jun 20 8:00: Alliance Française de Toronto. Tant mieux: Émile Bourgault. Alliance Français de Toronto - Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Rd. www.alliance-francaise.ca. $18; $16/sr/st); $15(AFT loyalty card); $12(ages 5-12); Free (ages under 5).

Jun 20 8:00: Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Time and Transformation. Dohnányi: Symphonic Minutes; Poulenc: Concerto for Two Pianos & Orchestra; Sibelius: Symphony No.2. Michael Berkovsky & Coral Solomon, piano duo; Daniel Vnukowski, host; Kristian Alexander, conductor. Meridian Arts Centre - George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St. www.ksorchestra.ca or 416-733-9388. From $25. NOTE: Change of artists and repertoire.

Jun 20 8:00: Luminato Festival. The Philip Glass Ensemble. Philip Glass: The Early Works, a programme of Glass’ most celebrated pieces from 1974 to 1984 including music composed specifically for the Philip Glass Ensemble. Highlights include Glassworks, Dance 1 (Einstein on the Beach), Grid (Koyaanisqatsi), and Funeral (Akhnaten). Royal Conservatory of Music - TELUS Centre - Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W. www.luminatofestival.com/philip-glass-ensemble. From $44.

Jun 20 8:00: Luminato Festival. Katma. See Jun 17.

Jun 21 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. See Jun 14. Also Jun 28; Jul 12 & 19.

Jun 21 1:30: Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. See Jun 16.

Jun 21 2:00: Céleste Music. In Illustrious Company at the Graf Piano: A Romantic Salon Evening. Beethoven "Waldstein" Sonata Op.53; Beethoven/Liszt: An die ferne Geliebte S.469; Clara Schumann: Soirées musicales Op.6; Delphine von Schauroth: Lieder ohne Worte. Patricia García Gil, fortepiano. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 21 2:30: Niagara Symphony Orchestra. A John Williams Finale. See Jun 20.

Jun 21 4:00: Harbourfront Centre. Summer Music in the Garden: The Sovereignty of Song. Ian Cusson: Five Songs on Poems of Marilyn Dumont (song cycle); and selected musical theatre, opera, and art songs. Julie Lumsden, vocals; Kate Carver, piano. Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000. Free.

ETCETERAS

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New Music for Old Hands Concert Series. Matinee Concert. Alex Eddington: "The First Song I Remember..." The composer will talk about his experience with collaborative composing, and will share some music he wrote with youth and community ensembles. Followed by a casual social mixer. Labdara Lithuanian Nursing Home, 5 Resurrection Rd., Etobicoke. New Music for Old Hands. Free. Jun 13(2pm).

New Music for Old Hands Concert Series. Matinee Concert. Martin van de Ven: "Mellow Bells". The composer will bring his clarinet, will share about Klezmer music, and will share some pieces from the genre, such as Araber Tanz, and Nokh A Glezyl Vayn. Followed by a casual social mixer. Labdara Lithuanian Nursing Home, 5 Resurrection Rd., Etobicoke. New Music for Old Hands. Free. Jun 20(2pm). 

MUSICAL THEATRE & DANCE

Canadian Opera Company/Opera 5.  2026 Toronto Opera Festival. Theatre Passe Muraille. The world premiere of Parélios by Cecilia Livingston and Duncan McFarlane, directed by Jennifer Nichols. Also, a double bill of Puccini’s Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi. Tickets at www.opera5.ca/season2026. Jun 11–14.

Capitol Theatre Port Hope. Come From Away. https://capitoltheatre.com/season/. Jul 10–Aug 2.

DanceWorks. Sweet Ephemera. A double bill featuring Peel Me by Eilish 미정 Shin-Culhane and pahinga ka muna by Jose Miguel “Miggy” Esteban. Exploring queer intimacy, cultural memory, and diasporic experience. The Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W. Jun 18-20.

Drayton Entertainment. 42nd Street. Huron Country Playhouse. www.draytonentertainment.com.

Jun 10–28.

Drayton Entertainment. Nashville Music City. Drayton Festival Theatre. www.draytonentertainment.com. Jun 10–27.

Eclipse Theatre Company. Punch: A New Musical. By Andrew Seok. Starring Chilina Kennedy. Presented in concert. Factory Theatre. www.factorytheatre.ca/series/punch-a-new-musical. Jun 12–21(7:30 pm).

Luminato Festival/Tapestry Opera/Canadian Opera Company. 10 Days in a Madhouse. Music by René Orth. Libretto by Hannah Moscovitch. Mireille Asselin, soprano; Lauren Pearl, soprano; Taylor-Alexis DuPont, mezzo; Jorell Williams, baritone; Joanna Settle, stage director; Sandra Horst, conductor. St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/10-days-in-a-madhouse. From $69. Jun 16(7:30pm), 18(7:30pm), 20(3:30pm)  & 21(1:30pm).

Luminato Festival.  LOVIN' YOU The Minnie Riperton Story. By Divine Brown. Featuring DJ Starting from Scratch with guest vocalist Glenn Lewis. Toronto Premiere. Harbourfront Concert Stage. www.luminatofestival.com/lovin--you. Jun 13 (8:30 pm). 

Mirvish. & Juliet. Created by Canadian David West Read and starring an all-Canadian cast featuring Vanessa Sears and George Krissa with songs from the catalogue of Max Martin. Royal Alexandra Theatre, 260 King St. W. www.mirvish.com. Extended to Aug 30.

Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. Music by Cecilia Livingston & Libretto by Duncan McFarlane. Len Crino, soprano; Brenden Lengsfeld, alto; Ryan Nauta, tenor; Baritone Soloist -Aaron Dimoff, baritone; Dancers: Sully Malaeb Proulx, Jarrett Siddall, and Miyeko Ferguson; TorQ Percussion Ensemble; Jennifer Nichols, director & choreographer; Evan Mitchell, music director. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. Parelios. $50; $35(arts workers); $30(sr); $20(under 25). Jun 12(7:30pm), 13(7:30pm) & 14(2:30pm).

Shaw Festival. Funny Girl starring Sara Farb as Fanny Brice.  Festival Theatre. www.shawfest.ca. Jun 11–Oct 3.

Soulpepper Theatre. Tiger Bride (a  rock musical)  Based on Angela Carter’s short story. Created by Frank Cox-O’Connell, Andrew Penner and Hailey Gillis. Starring Hailey Gillis, Andrew Penner and Landon Doak. www.soulpepper.ca/performances/tigerbride Jun 11–21. 

Stratford Festival. Guys and Dolls. A new production by Donna Feore with a new cast including Dan Chameroy and Jennifer Rider-Shaw. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Guys-and-Dolls. Jun 11–Nov 1

Stratford Festival: Something Rotten. Remount with original cast. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Something-Rotten. Jun 11–Oct 31.

St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival. R&J and Joni. Music by Joni Mitchell. With Hilary Adams, Jillian Mitsuko Cooper, Nick Dolan, Andrew Iles, Richard Lam, and Cara Pantalone. Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St. W., Prescott. 613-925-5788. $39; $26(st); $20(child). Jul 16–Aug 8(7pm); Jul 25 & Aug 1(3pm); Aug 5(1pm).

Theatre Aquarius. Brave New Works. An Evening with Christina Vegas: KEY CHANGE: A TRANS JOURNEY FROM ‘DIVO’ TO ‘DIVA’. A New Musical. Directed by Mary Francis Moore. .  www.theatreaquarius.org. One night only. Hamilton. Free. Jun 22(7pm).

Theatre Aquarius/Thousand Islands Playhouse. It’s a Good Life If You Don’t Weaken. A continuation of the world premiere production with music by The Tragically Hip and an original book by Ahmed Moneka and Jesse LaVercomb that began at Theatre Aquarius in April/May. Kingston Grand Theatre www.1000islandplayhouse.com/the-tragically-hip. Oct 22–Nov 8.

Tweed & Company. 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. www.tweedandcompany.com/upcoming. In Tweed Jun 26–Jul 5. In Bancroft Jul 8–19.

Yes Theatre Sudbury. Under Pressure: The Music of Bowie and Queen. Jun 9–Jul 4. Also Come From Away.  www.yestheatre.com. Jul 6–Aug 8.

SUMMER CAMPS

Canadian Opera Company. Summer Music Camps 2026.

Jul 6–10: Little Company (entering Grades 1–3 in Sep 2026)

Jul 13–17: Junior Company (entering Grades 4–6 in Sep 2026)

Jul 20–24: Junior Company (entering Grades 4–6 in Sep 2026)

Jul 27–31: Intermediate Company (entering Grades 7–9 in Sep 2026)

Times: 9am–3:30pm. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W. Target: Children and teens, ages 6–14. We invite young creatives from Grade 1 to 9 to learn about music, drama, and design. Participants are supported in a creative and non-competitive environment where they learn and experiment with several modes of artistic expression, including singing, composing, movement, drama, and design. In creating their own original work, campers are guided by the COC’s roster of teaching artists, highly skilled professionals in their respective fields, culminating in a final showcase performance for family and friends. No previous experience with music required. Tuition: $395. Registration for each company is available until the Friday before their first day. Extended care is available until 5pm for Little Company and Junior Company participants for an additional $40. To register, visit coc.ca/Camps.

NOTE: All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted, and street addresses for venues are Toronto locations unless otherwise specified. If no city is shown in the listing, the event takes place in Toronto.

Listings are based on information sent to WholeNote in advance by event presenters. Contact presenters for concert updates. The deadline for the next Weekly Update #302 (covering Jun 11–21, 2026) is Thu Jun 4 at 6pm. 

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Presenters of previously submitted listings are also asked to advise us by that date of any changes or cancellations. Send all submissions to  John Sharpe at listings@thewholenote.com.

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DETAILED DAILY LISTINGS, Thu Jun 4 – Sun Jun 14, 2026

Jun 04 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Deborah Hennig, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Thursday Noon at Met. Freewill donation.

Jun 04 7:30: Luminato Festival/TO Live. Theatre of Dreams. Choreographed by Hofesh Shechter. St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E. www.luminatofestival.com/theatre-of-dreams. From $50. Also Jun 5 & 6.

Jun 04 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. Music by Giacomo Puccini. Suor Angelica: Rachel Krehm (Suor Angelica); Krisztina Szabó (La Zia Principessa); Patricia Wrigglesworth (Suor Genovieffa); Angélique Brown (La Zelatrice); Paige Robinson (Suor Osmina / Prima Cercatrice); and other artists. Gianni Schicchi: Gregory Dahl (Gianni Schicchi); Krisztina Szabó (Zita); Kate Fogg (Lauretta); Jeremy Scinocca (Rinuccio); Ryan Nauta (Gherardo); and other artists. Jessica Derventzis, stage director; Evan Mitchell, music director. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. $50; $35(arts workers); $30(sr); $20(under 25). Also Jun 3(7:30pm), 6(7:30pm) & 7(2:30pm).

Jun 04 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. María Dueñas Plays Korngold. Hermann: Suite from Psycho; Korngold: Violin Concerto; Bekah Simms: New Work (world premiere / TSO Commission); Mendelssohn: Symphony No.4 in a Op.90 "Italian". María Dueñas, violin; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $38. Also Jun 5(7:30pm) & 6(7:30pm).

Jun 04 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Chris Smither. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/chris-smither-2. $40; $20(st/arts workers/underemployed).

Jun 05 10:00am: Hamilton Children's Choir. Sing As You Are. Hamilton Public Library - Dundas Branch, 18 Ogilvie St., Dundas. www.hamiltonchildrenschoir.com/concerts. Free. No registration required.

Jun 05 1:00: Toronto Arts Foundation. Arts in the Parks. Until 4pm. Featuring performances by Clay and Paper Theatre, Nagata Shachu, Dance Migration, and the Big Smoke Brass Band, alongside interactive installations and workshops for all ages. Dufferin Grove Park, 875 Dufferin St. www.torontoartsfoundation.org/programs/arts-in-the-parks. Free.

Jun 05 3:00: Kokoro Singers. Peace and Harmony. Brenda Uchimaru, artistic director. St. James Anglican Church, 520 Ellis Rd., Cambridge. www.kokorosingers.com. $20; $15(sr); Free(under 12).

Jun 05 6:00: Canadian Music Centre. George Elliott Clarke & East And West Learning Connections: Five Poets Breaking into Song - Snazzy Jazz and Upscale Scat. Until 9pm. David Jaeger: Latest Bad News from Baghdad; James Rolfe: And Then a Second Dream; Juliet Palmer: Barbie Sounds Out; Nevawn Patrick: The Rubinstein Staccato Etude; Eddie Bullen & Namratha Sridevi: Sestina - April; and other works. Narmina Afandiyeva, piano; Usha, vocalist; and George Elliott Clarke, poet; Richard Greene, poet; Giovanna Riccio, poet; and other performers. Canadian Music Centre, Chalmers Performance Space, 20 St. Joseph St. Register at libretto@chass.utoronto.ca or 416-946-3143. Free. NOTE: Only 40 seats available.

Jun 05 7:00: Céleste Music. Beethoven @ 1800. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No.14 in c-sharp Op.27 No.2"Moonlight"; Sonata for Pianoforte with Horn Op.17; Quintet in E-flat for Piano & Winds Op.16. Andrea Botticelli, fortepiano; Daniel Ramírez Escudero, oboe; Jean-François Normand, clarinet; Yoni Kahn, natural horn; Dominic Teresi, bassoon. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 05 7:00: Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society. Keynote String Quartet & Penderecki String Quartet. Part of Quartetfest. Beethoven: String Quartet in B-flat Op.130; Michael Matthews: String Sextet (2026 premiere). Wilfrid Laurier University - Maureen Forrester Recital Hall, 75 University Ave., Waterloo. www.ticketscene.ca/kwcms. $40; $10(st). $90(all Quartetfest concerts).

Jun 05 7:00: Sunday Singers Women's Choir. Summer Concert. Choral music from different cultures and traditions. Lawrence Community Church, 2180 Bayview Ave. www.sundaysingers.ca or 647-286-2110. $25; $20(sr); Free(children 12 & under).

Jun 05 7:30: Guelph Musicfest. Stewart Goodyear: The Goldberg Variations. Bach: Goldberg Variations BWV 988. Stewart Goodyear, piano. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph. www.guelphmusicfest.ca or 519-993-7591. From $20.

Jun 05 7:30: Luminato Festival/TO Live. Theatre of Dreams. See Jun 4. Also Jun 6.

Jun 05 7:30: Modern Sound Collective/Pride Halton/Pflag Halton. Craig Hella Johnson's Considering Matthew Shepard. Concreamus & Datsuzoku, youth & young adult choirs; Modern Sound Collective, vocal & chamber ensemble; Kai Leung, conductor; featuring a professional instrumental ensemble consisting of guitar, percussion, piano, clarinet, and strings, and professional vocal soloist. Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Dr., Burlington. Considering Matthew Shepard. $40; $20(st).

Jun 05 7:30: Shoreline Chorus. At the River. Alice Parker/Robert Shaw: Deep River; Billy Joel/Mark Brymer: River of Dreams; Moses Hogan: I Stood on the River of Jordan; Norman Luboff: Shenandoah; Hammerstein/Kern/Russell Robinson: Ol' Man River. Shoreline Chorus; Stephen Wood, percussion; Ann-Marie MacDairmid, director. St. George's Anglican Church, 166 Russell St., Clarksburg. 519-599-2710. $25 at door. Also May 30: Georgian Shores United Church, Owen Sound.

Jun 05 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. María Dueñas Plays Korngold. See Jun 4. Also Jun 6(7:30pm).

Jun 05 7:30: Tweed and Company Theatre. Maggie's Wake. Marble Arts Centre, 13 Bridgewater Rd., Tweed. www.marbleartscentre.ca/maggies-wake or 613-478-6060 or info@tweedandcompany.com. $35.

Jun 05 8:00: Canada Virtuoso Ensemble. Inaugural Concert in Mississauga. Until 9pm. Highlights include Vivaldi: Excerpts from The Four Seasons; Handel: Excerpts from Water Music; and Geminiani: La Follia. Carlos Bastidas, conductor. Christ First United Church, 151 Lakeshore Rd. W., Mississauga. www.canadavirtuosoensemble.ca or Canada Virtuoso Ensemble. $25.

Jun 05 8:00: Infinite Fusion Entertainment. The Ultimate Throwback Party. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or Ultimate Throwback Party. $30.

Jun 05 8:00: The Old Mill. Mike Murley. Old Mill Toronto - Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Rd. www.oldmilltoronto.com/event/mike-murley.

Jun 06 11:00am: Luminato Festival. The Power of the Land. Until 9:30pm. Curated by Elder Duke Redbird. Visual Art by Philip Cote. Musical Collaboration and Additional Curation by Chris McKhool. Featuring Walking Through the Fire-Indigenous Collaborations with Sultans of String featuring Duke Redbird, Marc Meriläinen, Shannon Thunderbird, SHUB, The Día de los Muertos Collective and more! Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. www.luminatofestival.com/power-of-the-land. Free.

Jun 06 11:00am: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Mendelssohn's Italian Symphony. A Relaxed Performance. Bekah Simms: New Work (world premiere / TSO Commission); Mendelssohn: Selections from Symphony No.4 "Italian". Designed for the Neurodiverse and Disability communities, as well as those who enjoy a more casual concert setting. Feel free to move, vocalize, and experience the TSO your way in a relaxed environment, created for comfort and exclusivity. Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. $25.

Jun 06 1:00: Toronto Gilbert and Sullivan Society. Sing-Along. Two full G&S operettas (Ruddigore and The Sorcerer) and one Act One Finale (The Grand Duke). Solo roles have been assigned but you are most welcome to sing your little heart out in all the choruses. If you have scores, please bring them. Refreshments will be served. Church of the Redeemer, 162 Bloor St. W. Derege.bri@gmail.com. Free will donation.

Jun 06 2:00: Harbourtown Sound. Snapshots: A Farewell Concert Celebrating the Leadership of Jordan Travis. Songs including "Climb Every Mountain", "I Can't Help Falling in Love With You", and "World Anthem". Port Nelson Church, 3132 South Dr., Burlington. Tickets available at www.harbourtownsound.ca or from any member of Harbourtown Sound. $30; $20(st); Free(children under 12).

Jun 06 2:00: Northdale Concert Band. An Enchanting Journey. Rimsky-Korsakoff: Flight of the Bumble Bee; Chaminade: Concertino for Flute Solo & Band; Reed: El Camino Real; Samuel Hazo: Arabesque; Bernstein: West Side Story. Stephen Tam, flute; Northdale Concert Band. Meridian Arts Centre - Greenwin Theatre, 5040 Yonge St. 416-366-7723. $28; $23(sr); $17(st); Free(under 13).

Jun 06 5:00: Canadian Sinfonietta. Canadian Sinfonietta Youth Orchestra Spring Concert. Rossini: Overture to The Barber of Seville; Beethoven Symphony No.3 in E-flat Op.55 "Eroica". Agricola Finnish Lutheran Church, 25 Old York Mills Rd. www.canadiansinfonietta.com. $50; $45(ages 45 and up); $40(ages 6-17).

Jun 06 7:00: Aurora Cultural Centre. Charles Richard-Hamelin. Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano. Aurora Town Square - Davide De Simone Performance Hall, 50 Victoria St., Aurora. 365-500-3313 or www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. $45; $15(st).

Jun 06 7:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. CONTXT's Sixth Anniversary Event & Party - Featuring The Rudy Ray Quartet: Live in Concert. The Rudy Ray Quartet: Rudy Ray, trumpet; Jared Higgins, guitar; Andrew Stewart, bass; Ben Graffam, drums. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2196569. $40/$30(adv).

Jun 06 7:00: Univox Choir. A Night on Broadway. 100 Years of Broadway (arr. Mac Huff); Kaleb Hikele (arr. Malcolm Cody MacFarlane): In the Forest. Christ Church Deer Park, 1570 Yonge St. www.universe.com/ANightOnBroadway. $30.

Jun 06 7:30: Chroma Vocal Ensemble. Novae: New Horizons. Joseph Glaser: Transfusion; Tracy Wong: Next Stop; Anna Lapwood: An Irish Blessing; Matthew Emery: Wanderlied. Church of St. Mary Magdalene, 477 Manning Ave. www.chromavocalensemble.ca/2025-2026 or 416-878-1246. $30; $20(sr); $15(st).

Jun 06 7:30: Counterpoint Community Orchestra. Pride Concert. Gemma Donn, violin; Isaac Page, guest conductor. East End/Eastminster United Church, 310 Danforth Ave. www.ccorchestra.org. $20; $12(youth).

Jun 06 7:30: Etobicoke Centennial Choir. World Beloved: A Celebration of Women Composers. Carol Barnett: The World Beloved - A Bluegrass Mass; Lauren Halász (arr. Colin McMahon); Run Home; Eleanor Daley: The Lake Isle of Innisfree; and other works. Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Rd. 416-779-2258 or www.etobicokecentennialchoir.ca $35; Free(12 and under when accompanied by an adult).

Jun 06 7:30: Jubilate Singers. Four Weddings and a Funeral. Music of love, longing, and loss. Isabel Bernaus, conductor; Ivan Jovanovich, collaborative pianist. Calvin Presbyterian Church, 26 Delisle Ave. 416-485-1988 or www.jubilatesingers.ca $35; $25(sr/st/arts workers).

Jun 06 7:30: Live!atWestPlains. Twilight Blues with Dr. Ben. Fundraiser for Halton's Compassion Society. Stories and songs of heartache, hope, and healing. Dr. Ben, physician/guitar/voice/keyboards. West Plains United Church, 549 Plains Rd. W., Burlington. 905-320-4989 or westplainsconcerts@gmail.com or www.westplains.ca/events. $25; $20(healthcare workers); $15(st). Accessible ticket pricing available.

Jun 06 7:30: Luminato Festival/TO Live. Theatre of Dreams. See Jun 4.

Jun 06 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. See Jun 3. Also Jun 7(2:30pm).

Jun 06 7:30: Orchestra Toronto. Resurrection: Mahler 2. Mahler: Symphony No.2 in c "Resurrection". Leslie Ann Bradley, soprano; Simona Genga, mezzo; Orpheus Choir of Toronto; RESOUND Choir; Michael Newnham, conductor. Meridian Arts Centre - George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St. 416-366-7723 or 1-800-708-6754 or boxoffice@tolive.com. From $15. Pre-concert chat at 6:45pm.

Jun 06 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. María Dueñas Plays Korngold. See Jun 4. 

Jun 06 7:30: Tweed and Company Theatre. Maggie's Wake. Bancroft Village Playhouse, 5 Hastings St. S., Bancroft. www.villageplayhouse.ca/maggies-wake or 613-478-6060 or info@tweedandcompany.com. $35.

Jun 06 8:00: Alliance Française de Toronto. Ariane Racicot. With Antoine Rochefort & Guillaume Picard. Alliance Français de Toronto - Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Rd. www.alliance-francaise.ca. $18; $16/sr/st); $15(AFT loyalty card); $12(ages 5-12); Free (ages under 5).

Jun 06 8:00: Bravo Niagara. VOCES8: Give Me Your Stars. Victoria: Regina Caeli; Eric Whitacre: All Seems Beautiful to Me; Ola Gjeilo: Ubi Caritas; plus timeless jazz standards and folk traditions. FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre - Cairns Recital Hall, 250 St. Paul St., St. Catharines. www.bravoniagara.org/voces8. $60; $30(under 30).

Jun 06 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Bill Mays & Lorne Lofsky. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/bill-mays-and-lorne-lofsky. $39; $25(st/arts workers/underemployed).

Jun 06 8:00: Kensington Sound Live. Gilliam, Milmine, Pottie Trio / Margaret Maria & Bill Gilliam. Margaret Maria: Excerpts from Space Between; Excerpts from Portalz; and other works. Bill Gilliam, piano; Kayla Milmine, sax; Ambrose Pottie, drums; Marbyllia Duo: Margaret Maria, cello; Bill Gilliam, piano. Kensington Sound, 170 Baldwin St. www.instagram.com/p/DYPxKfAFr3u. $25 or Pay What You Can.

Jun 06 8:00: Massey Hall. Classic Albums Live: Van Halen – 1984. 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/cal-van-halen-1984. From $59.

Jun 06 8:00: The Jazz Room, Huether Hotel. Angela Verbrugge: Gershwin, Porter, ’n Me. Until 10:30pm. Angela Verbrugge, vocals; Ray Gallon, piano; Jon Maharaj, bass; Morgan Childs, drums. 59 King St N., Waterloo. www.kwjazzroom.com/event/angela-verbrugge-from-bc.

Jun 06 8:00: Voices Chamber Choir. From East to West: A Celebration of Canadian Composers. Conrad Gold, accompanist; Ron Cheung, conductor. Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, 151 Glenlake Ave. 416-519-0528. Tickets available at the door: $25(adults); $20(sr/st).

Jun 07 10:30am: Canzona Chamber Players. Chamber Cafe. Mozart: Divertimento for String Trio in E-flat K.563; Schubert: String Quintet in C D.956. Caitlin Boyle, viola; Rachel Desoer, cello; Csaba Koczó, violin; Rachel Mercer, cello; Mayumi Seiler, violin. Canzona Music Studio, 27 Sherbourne St. N. Reserve by e-mail at reservations@canzona.org. $45. Coffee & croissants included in ticket price.

Jun 07 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. Until 4pm. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204424. $25/$15(adv). Also Jun 14, 21, 28; Jul 12 & 19.

Jun 07 2:00: Avenue Road Music & Performance Academy. Sheng Cai - Piano Recital. Avenue Road Music and Performance Academy - Gordon Lightfoot Concert Hall, 460 Avenue Rd. Sheng Cai - Piano Recital. Register for free tickets. Donations encouraged. Reception to follow.

Jun 07 2:00: Harmonaire Musique. Les Deux visages du rêve (The Two Faces of the Dream). A live performance with spoken interaction before and during the concert. Schumann: Piano Sonata No.1 in f-sharp Op.11; Bach: Violin Sonata No.2 in a BWV 1003; Paganini: Caprice No.1 in E; Carlos Simon: Between Worlds; Ysaÿe: Violin Sonata in d Op.27 No.3 “Ballade”. Ying Zhang, piano; Julia Mirzoev, violin. Huguette Labelle Hall, 75 Laurier Ave. E., Ottawa. 514-558-5930. $30; $18(st with valid ID).

Jun 07 2:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. See Jun 3.

Jun 07 3:00: Collingwood Music Festival. A Masterful Return to Meaford Hall. Daniel Vnukowski, piano; Michael Schulte, violin; and David Hetherington, cello. Meaford Hall, 12 Nelson St. E., Meaford. www.collingwoodfestival.com or 705-416-1317 or www.purchase.meafordhall.ca. $73; $11(st).

Jun 07 3:00: Guelph Concert Band. Echoes of Change: Loud and Proud. A fundraiser in support of our diverse community. Works by Bernstein, Julie Giroux, and Omar Thomas. Celebrate Pride month with the Guelph Concert Band and the Rainbow Chorus; Lauren Helmer, artistic director. Harcourt Memorial United Church, 87 Dean Ave., Guelph. www.guelphconcertband.ca. From $10.

Jun 07 3:00: Kokoro Singers. Peace and Harmony. Brenda Uchimaru, artistic director. West Plains United Church, 549 Plains Rd. W., Burlington. www.kokorosingers.com. $20; $15(sr); Free(under 12).

Jun 07 3:00: Off Centre Music Salon. (Erik) Satie-s-faction Guaranteed: 30th Anniversary Fundraiser Gala. Lucia Cesaroni, soprano; Maeve Palmer, soprano; Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano; Ilana Zarankin, soprano; Erica Iris Huang, mezzo; and other artists. Trinity St. Paul's United Church. Jeanne Lamon Hall, 427 Bloor St. W. www.offcentremusic.com. $85.

Jun 07 3:00: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. María Dueñas Plays Korngold. Hermann: Suite from Psycho; Korngold: Violin Concerto; Bekah Simms: New Work (world premiere / TSO Commission); Mendelssohn: Symphony No.4 in a Op.90 "Italian". María Dueñas, violin; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Meridian Arts Centre - George Weston Recital Hall, 5040 Yonge St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $109. TSO Chamber Soloists performance on Jun 7(1:45pm). 

Jun 07 4:00: Modern Sound Collective/Durham Alliance Outreach. Craig Hella Johnson's Considering Matthew Shepard. Concreamus & Datsuzoku, youth & young adult choirs; Modern Sound Collective, vocal & chamber ensemble; Kai Leung, conductor; featuring a professional instrumental ensemble consisting of guitar, percussion, piano, clarinet, and strings, and professional vocal soloists. St. George's Anglican Church, 51 Centre St., Oshawa. Considering Matthew Shepard. $40; $20(st).

Jun 08 8:00: Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Festival: Opening Night. Peter Harvey, baritone; Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra & Choir. Trinity St. Paul's United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts, 427 Bloor St. W. www.tafelmusik.org/TBSF2026. Free. 

Jun 09 12:10: Nine Sparrows Arts Foundation. Lunchtime Chamber Music: Victoria Jiang, Piano. Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. 416-922-1167 or www.yorkminsterpark.com. Free. Donations welcome.

Jun 09 1:00: St. James Cathedral. Tuesday Organ Recital. Michael Szostak, organ. Cathedral Church of St. James, 106 King St. E. 416-364-7865 or www.stjamescathedral.ca/recitals. Free. Donations encouraged.

Jun 09 7:00: Flato Markham Theatre. UK Pink Floyd Experience - The Authentic Tribute to The Floyd. 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham. 905-305-7469 or www.flatomarkhamtheatre.ca. $69.

Jun 10 12:15: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Kitchener). Douglas Haas Legacy Concerts. Live and livestreamed. Alan Ridout: Dance Suite; Bach: Fugue in a BWV 543 "Great"; Mendelssohn: Sonata No.2 in c Op.65; Widor: Andante sostenuto from Symphony Gothique Op.70; Elgar: Imperial March Op.32. Ian Sadler, organ. 54 Queen St. N., Kitchener. 519-578-4430. Free. Lunch available for purchase at 11:30am or bring your own.

Jun 10 12:30: Yorkminster Park Baptist Church. Noonday Organ Recital. Michael Bloss, organ. Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. www.yorkminsterpark.com. Free. Donations welcome.

Jun 11 12:00_noon: Metropolitan United Church. Noon at Met. Minako Uchino, carillon. Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E. 416-363-0331 x226 or Thursday Noon at Met. Freewill donation.

Jun 11 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. Beethoven: Symphony No.9 "Choral". Ambur Braid, soprano; Ema Nikolovska, mezzo; Saimir Pirgu, tenor; Jongmin Park, bass; Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or 416-598-3375. From $147. Also Jun 12(7:30pm), 13(7:30pm), 14(3pm). 

Jun 12 7:00: Apocryphonia Concert Series/Diapente Renaissance Vocal Quintet. Of Whales and Willpower: The Jamaican Jonah. Samuel Felsted: Jonah (Canadian premiere). Paul Williamson, tenor; Alexander Cappellazzo, tenor; Joshua Duncan-Lee, organ. Christ Church Deer Park, 1570 Yonge St. 514-378-2558. $45 & $35.

Jun 12 7:30: Guelph Musicfest. Gryphon Trio. Trios by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Clark, Dinuk Wijeratne, and Dvořák: Piano Trio No.3 in f Op.65 (B.130). Annalee Patipatanakoon, violin; Roman Borys, cello; Jamie Parker, piano. Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph. www.guelphmusicfest.ca or 519-993-7591. From $20.

Jun 12 7:30: Luminato/Toronto Symphony Orchestra/Toronto Mendelssohn Choir. Beethoven's Ninth. To be simulcast on the screens at Sankofa Square with participation of. Beethoven: Symphony No.9 "Choral". Ambur Braid, soprano; Ema Nikolovska, mezzo; Saimir Pirgu, tenor; Jongmin Park, bass; Toronto Mendelssohn Choir; Gustavo Gimeno, conductor. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St. www.tso.ca or www.luminatofestival.com/ode-to-joy or 416-598-3375. $203. Also Jun 11(7:30pm), 13(7:30pm), 14(3pm). NOTE: Jun 11, 13 & 14 will not be simulcast.

Jun 12 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. See Jun 13. Also Jun 14(2:30pm).

Jun 12 7:30: Silverthorn Symphonic Winds. The Lord of the Rings. Johan de Meij: Symphony No. 1 - The Lord of the Rings; Brian W. Jagger: Navitas (world premiere); Joshua A. Idio: The Templar Order (world premiere). Salvation Army Scarborough Citadel Community Church, 2021 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough. www.silverthornwinds.ca. $20.

Jun 12 7:30: Toronto Bandura Festival. Bandura on Bloor 2026 Concert Series. Julian Kytasty, bandura; Olha Petelko, bandura. Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Rd. 416-845-2691 or www.torontobandurafestival.ca. $25(Early Bird); $35(Regular); $30(sr/under 30); Free(under 12).

Jun 12 8:00: Hugh's Room Live. Up On the Roof: An Evening with Michah Barnes. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. www.showpass.com/micah-barnes-up-on-the-roof-2. $35; $20(st/arts workers/underemployed).

Jun 12 8:00: The Old Mill. Ale Avery Nunez. Old Mill Toronto - Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Rd. www.oldmilltoronto.com/event/ale-avery-nunez.

Jun 13 10:00am: Canadian Music and Performing Arts Association. Richmond Hill Music and Performing Arts Festival Gala Concert. Winners of 2026 Richmond Hill Music and Performing Arts Festival. Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. 437-602-8788. Call for tickets or information.

Jun 13 2:00: Hugh's Room Live. Love, Lust & Loss Concert. Until 3:30pm. A wide selection of classical, madrigal & roots music from Handel to Harry Potter, Spice Girls, and more. 16 Chairs; Geoff Butler, music director; Donna Green, artistic director; William O’Meare, piano. Hugh's Room Live - Green Sanderson Hall, 296 Broadview Ave. donnagreen@gmail.com. $30; Free(children under 12).

Jun 13 3:00: Toronto Northern Lights Chorus. There's No Place Like Home: Spring A Cappella Concert. Over The Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz; If I May (Nat King Cole); Welcome to the Rock from Come From Away; Good News from James and the Giant Peach; Happy Together (The Turtles). Guest performing groups to be announced. Terminal Theatre - Queens Quay Terminal, Third Floor, 207 Queens Quay West. 416-505-3321. $30; $15(st); Free(children under 12).

Jun 13 4:00: Friends of Music at St. Thomas’s. Cellist Tyler Michael James in Recital. St. Thomas's Anglican Church, 383 Huron St. 416-979-2323. PWYC: $40 suggested; $20(st).

Jun 13 7:00: RESOUND Choir. Five Hundred Years of Love & Heartbreak. Works include Billy Joel: And So It Goes; Hopelessly Devoted to You; I Want You Back/ABC; I Will Survive; Four Strong Winds. An exploration of breakup songs from 500 years of musical history. By incorporating movement and spoken poetry, this performance seeks to evoke humor, nostalgia, and beauty. Oshawa Little Theatre, 62 Russett Ave., Oshawa. 416-471-9046. From $25.

Jun 13 7:30: Bronze Foundation Handbell Ensemble. 25th Anniversary Celebration. Susan Carscadden-Mifsud, solo handbells; Bronze Foundation Academy. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 115 St. Andrew's Rd., Toronto - Scarborough. www.bronzefoundation.ca. $25; $15(ages 6–16).

Jun 13 7:30: Forte - Toronto Gay Men's Chorus. In Our Nature: A Pride Concert. Ticheli: Earth Song; Byrd: Sing Joyfully; Ešenvalds: Stars; Joni Mitchell: Big Yellow Taxi. Jeff MacLean, collaborative pianist; Jeff MacLean, percussion; Tim Francom, cello; Edward Connell, director & conductor. Featuring Forte's new chamber ensemble Vox Fortis. Elgin and Wintergarden Theatre Centre - Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge St. 647-483-6199 or www.fortechorus.com.

Jun 13 7:30: Hamilton Children's Choir. How to Build a Tree. Illumini Choir; Philip Darley, cello; Jamie Drake, percussion; Brent Fifield, organ; Laura Pin, piano; Melanie Tellez, conductor. St. Augustine Catholic Church, 58 Sydenham St., Dundas. How to Build a Tree. Free.

Jun 13 7:30: Melos Choir & Period Instruments. Of Love, Loss & Longing. Until 10pm. Melos explores themes of love and loss through a range of historic musical expressions from the 12th to 19th centuries from Europe, Persia, Syria and Al-Andalus featuring works by Isaac, Monteverdi, Handel, Ibn Al Khatib, Darwish, and others. Guest artists: Sadaf Amini, Iranian santur; Arzhang Rafii, Iranian tar; and Aram Abou Zainedin, darbuka. St. John the Apostle Church, 88 Patrick St., Kingston. www.melos-earlymusic.org. $30.

Jun 13 7:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. See Jun 12. Also Jun 14(2:30pm).

Jun 13 7:30: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. See Jun 11. Also Jun 14(3pm).

Jun 13 8:00: Live Nation. Neoni: How to Kill a Fairytale Tour. TD Music Hall, 178 Victoria St. 416-823-9193 or www.tdmusichall.mhrth.com/tickets/neoni. From $36.

Jun 13 8:30: Luminato Festival. Lovin' You: The Minnie Riperton Story. Divine Brown, vocalist; DJ Starting from Scratch; Glenn Lewis, guest vocalist. Harbourfront Concert Stage, 235 Queens Quay W. www.luminatofestival.com/lovin--you. From $44.

Jun 14 11:00am: Xenia Concerts/TO Live. Majd Sukar & Friends. Together on stage presented in a family-friendly style that embraces neurodiversity and disability. Majd Sukar, clarinet. Meridian Hall, 1 Front St. E. Rory McLeod at 437-441-7543 or Paolo Griffin at paolo.griffin@xeniaconcerts.com. Registration fee $5. To eliminate financial barriers, we will refund your tickets when you attend the event. If you wish to donate your tickets, please let us know when you check in.

Jun 14 1:00: Caliban Arts Theatre. tUkU beY x bUdi Residence. Until 4pm. CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. www.tickets.contxtbytrane.com/events/contxtbytrane/2204424. $25/$15(adv). Also Jun 21, 28; Jul 12 & 19. 

Jun 14 2:00: Céleste Music. Elegy and Fantasy. Dussek: Élégie harmonique Op.61; Dussek: Le Retour à Paris Op.64; Schubert: Grand Rondo D.951; Schumann: Fantasy Op.17. Riko Fukuda, fortepiano; Charlotte Tang, fortepiano. Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket. 905-953-5122 or www.newtix.ca. $50; $25(st).

Jun 14 2:00: Toronto Early Music Players Organization (TEMPO). TEMPO Tea and Concert. Until 4:15pm. Our end-of-the-season event which is a fundraiser and opportunity for members and friends to perform, enjoy refreshments, and possibly buy recorders, music, or CDs. Grace Church on-the-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd. www.tempotoronto.net or info@tempotoronto.net. Pay What You Can. Tax receipts for donations of $20 or more.

Jun 14 2:30: Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. See Jun 12.

Jun 14 3:00: Patchwork Trio. More Than Friends: Songs of Love from Around the World. Proceeds to the Musicbox Children's Charity. An acoustic set of a cappella and accompanied songs from a range of harmony singing traditions from around the world, including Sweden, Georgia, Appalachia, and Bulgaria exploring storytelling, harmony structure, and how people historically have used music to understand and enrich their lives and focussing on how we love our families, our crushes, our beloveds, and our communities through life and after death. Society Clubhouse, 967 College St. More Than Friends. Pay What You Can.

Jun 14 3:00: Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Beethoven's Ninth. See Jun 11.

Jun 14 5:00: Reid's Distillery. Jennifer Bettencourt: Fado, Distilled. A musical trip to Lisbon with the evocative "blues of Portugal" — fado. Jennifer Bettencourt, fadista & vocals; Hernani Raposo, Portuguese guitar; Valdemar Mejdoubi, classical guitar; Nuno Tavares, piano. 32 Logan Ave. 416-465-4444 X2. $20(door); $15(adv).

Jun 14 7:30: Burdock Music Hall. The Little Phrase Album Release Party. The Little Phrase: Shannon Hoff, Tania Gill, Don Scott, Chris Banks & Aidan McConnell. Burdock - Music Hall, 1184 Bloor St. W. 416-546-4033. $20/$15(adv).

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New Music for Old Hands Concert Series. Matinee Concert. Alex Eddington: "The First Song I Remember..." The composer will talk about his experience with collaborative composing, and will share some music he wrote with youth and community ensembles. Followed by a casual social mixer. Labdara Lithuanian Nursing Home, 5 Resurrection Rd., Etobicoke. New Music for Old Hands. Free. Jun 13(2pm). 

Noble International Music Talent Centre/Steinway Young Artists Club. Piano Masterclass with Dr. Corey Hamm. Steinway Piano Gallery, 2651 John St., Markham. 905-940-5397 (Markham) or 905-940-5397 (Mississauga). Jun 4-7 at various times.

MUSICAL THEATRE & DANCE

Bowtie Productions. Next to Normal. April Rebecca (Diana), Taylor Long (Dan), Aveleigh Keller (Natalie), Christopher Lyon (Gabe), Samel Sunil (Henry), and Mich Anger (Dr Madden / Dr Fine). Native Earth’s Aki Studio. 585 Dundas Street East, #120. bowtieproductions.ca/next-to-normal. Jun 4–6.

Canada Ireland Foundation. Bealtaine Festival. Corleck Centre in Toronto. Various shows including Bellow which explores the weight of keeping traditional Irish music alive and features expert accordionist Danny O'Mahony. www.canadairelandfoundation.com/cif_event/bellow, Corleck Centre, 3 Eireann Quay. Jun 4–7.

Canadian Opera Company/Opera 5.  2026 Toronto Opera Festival. Theatre Passe Muraille. The world premiere of Parélios by Cecilia Livingston and Duncan McFarlane, directed by Jennifer Nichols. Also, a double bill of Puccini’s Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi. Tickets at www.opera5.ca/season2026. Jun 4–14.

Capitol Theatre Port Hope. Come From Away. Jul 10–Aug 2. https://capitoltheatre.com/season/

DanceWorks. Sweet Ephemera. A double bill featuring Peel Me by Eilish 미정 Shin-Culhane and pahinga ka muna by Jose Miguel “Miggy” Esteban. Exploring queer intimacy, cultural memory, and diasporic experience. The Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W. Jun 18-20.

Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company: Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish (with English Subtitles). Elgin Theatre. Directed by Joel Grey. www.hgjewishtheatre.com/2025-2-26-Fiddler-on-the-Roof. Jun 4–7. 

Mirvish. & Juliet. Created by Canadian David West Read and starring an all-Canadian cast featuring Vanessa Sears and George Krissa with songs from the catalogue of Max Martin. Royal Alexandra Theatre, 260 King St. W. www.mirvish.com. Extended to Aug 30.

Musical Stage Company and Luminato at Soulpepper. Canadian Festival of New Musicals. Two days of open workshop presentations and panels. https://www.google.com/url?q=https://musicalstagecompany.com/shows/canadian-festival-of-new-musicals-2026. Jun 6 & 7.

Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Parḗlios. Music by Cecilia Livingston & Libretto by Duncan McFarlane. Len Crino, soprano; Brenden Lengsfeld, alto; Ryan Nauta, tenor; Baritone Soloist -Aaron Dimoff, baritone; Dancers: Sully Malaeb Proulx, Jarrett Siddall, and Miyeko Ferguson; TorQ Percussion Ensemble; Jennifer Nichols, director & choreographer; Evan Mitchell, music director. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. Parelios. $50; $35(arts workers); $30(sr); $20(under 25). Jun 12(7:30pm), 13(7:30pm) & 14(2:30pm).

Opera 5: Toronto Opera Festival. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. Music by Giacomo Puccini. Suor Angelica: Rachel Krehm (Suor Angelica); Krisztina Szabó (La Zia Principessa); Patricia Wrigglesworth (Suor Genovieffa); Angélique Brown (La Zelatrice); Paige Robinson (Suor Osmina / Prima Cercatrice); and other artists. Gianni Schicchi: Gregory Dahl (Gianni Schicchi); Krisztina Szabó (Zita); Kate Fogg (Lauretta); Jeremy Scinocca (Rinuccio); Ryan Nauta (Gherardo); and other artists. Jessica Derventzis, stage director; Evan Mitchell, music director. Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi. $50; $35(arts workers); $30(sr); $20(under 25). Jun 4(7:30pm), 6(7:30pm) & 7(2:30pm).

Shaw Festival. Funny Girl starring Sara Farb as Fanny Brice.  Festival Theatre. www.shawfest.ca. Jun 4–Oct 3.

Soulpepper Theatre. Tiger Bride (a punk rock musical)  Based on Angela Carter’s short story. Created by Frank Cox-O’Connell, Andrew Penner and Hailey Gillis. Starring Hailey Gillis. www.soulpepper.ca/performances/tigerbride Jun 4-14 and as part of  the Canadian Festival of New Musicals.

Stratford Festival. Guys and Dolls. A new production by Donna Feore with a new cast including Dan Chameroy and Jennifer Rider-Shaw. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Guys-and-Dolls. Jun 4–Nov. 1

Stratford Festival: Something Rotten. Remount with original cast. www.stratfordfestival.ca/WhatsOn/PlaysAndEvents/Production/Something-Rotten. Jun 4–Oct 31.

St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival. R&J and Joni. Music by Joni Mitchell. With Hilary Adams, Jillian Mitsuko Cooper, Nick Dolan, Andrew Iles, Richard Lam, and Cara Pantalone. Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St. W., Prescott. 613-925-5788. $39; $26(st); $20(child). July 16-Aug 8(7pm); July 25 & Aug 1(3pm); Aug 5(1pm).

Theatre Aquarius. Brave New Works. An Evening with Christina Vegas: KEY CHANGE: A TRANS JOURNEY FROM ‘DIVO’ TO ‘DIVA’. A New Musical. Directed by Mary Francis Moore. .  www.theatreaquarius.org. One night only. Hamilton. Free. Jun 22(7pm).

Theatre Aquarius/Thousand Islands Playhouse. It’s a Good Life If You Don’t Weaken. A continuation of the world premiere production with music by The Tragically Hip and an original book by Ahmed Moneka and Jesse LaVercomb that began at Theatre Aquarius in April/May. Kingston Grand Theatre www.1000islandplayhouse.com/the-tragically-hip. Oct 22–Nov 8.

Twilight Company. The House of Special Purpose. Music & Lyrics by Ruaridh MacDonald. Additional Music & Lyrics by Belinda Corpuz. Book by Sarah Bergbusch & Ruaridh MacDonald. Orchestrations by Alex Pannetton. Iain Stewart (Nikolai); Raquel Duffy (Alexandra); Anika Venkatesh (Olga); Alicia Barban (Tatiana); Christina Smith (Maria); and other performers; Dean Deffett, stage director; Sierra Holder, choreographer; Jake Schindler, music director. Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W. www.theatrecentre.org/event/the-house-of-special-purpose. $35. Jun 4–6.