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NOW ON STAGE…

oldies jukebox

Presented by: theatre ancaster

CHECK OUT my full review!

REMAINING performance dates:

April 25, May 1, 2 at 7:30 p.m.
April 26, May 3 at 2:00 p.m.

synopsis:

Take a trip back to the early days of rock ‘n’ roll! The 25th instalment of Theatre Ancaster’s popular concert series brings to life legends such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Little Richard, the Supremes, and many more. From blistering rockers to sentimental ballads, this professional-level concert experience will have you dancing in the aisles and reminiscing about simpler times.

PERFORMANCES AT:

Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre

357 Wilson StREET EAST, AncasteR ON

FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT:

THEATRE ANCASTER BOX OFFICE

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Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

Presented by: VILLAGE THEATRE WATERDOWN

REMAINING performance dates:

May 1, 2 at 7:30 p.m. (new time!)
April 25, 26, May 3 at 2:00 p.m.

synopsis:

Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home and bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Suddenly, their movie star sister, Masha swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike… Old resentments flare up under one roof and new players highlight their hopes and fears. This play runs a gambit of emotions through situational comedy and audience members can’t help but laugh and cry.

Winner of the 2013 Tony Award® for Best Play (Broadway).
This show contains mature language and subject matter.

PERFORMANCES AT:

Memorial Hall

317 Dundas Street (Hwy 5), Waterdown, ON

FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT:

VILLAGE THEATRE WATERDOWN BOX OFFICE

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IT’S A GOOD LIFE IF YOU DON’T WEAKEN

Presented by: THEATRE AQUARIUS

LOOK FOR MY FULL REVIEW COMING APRIL 25!

performance dates (RUN EXTENDED!):

ApRIL 22, 2026 to
May 24, 2026

EVENING PERFORMANCES: 7:30 P.M.

WEEKEND MATINEES: 1:30 P.M.

synopsis:

It’s a Good Life If You Don’t Weaken immerses audiences in a powerful original story set to the timeless music of The Tragically Hip, capturing the raw energy, heartfelt lyrics, and unmistakable spirit that have become central to Canada’s musical identity.

Set in 2002, Waleed — an exiled journalist — arrives in Canada and unexpectedly falls for Kate, the owner of a local music store. Their connection is immediate and undeniable. But when circumstances change, they are forced to confront duty, uncertainty, and what truly matters — and where they each belong.

Featuring iconic songs by The Tragically Hip, including “Bobcaygeon,” “Ahead by a Century,” “New Orleans Is Sinking,” “Wheat Kings,” “Grace, Too,” “Blow at High Dough,” and “Courage.”

PERFORMANCES AT:

THEATRE AQUARIUS MAIN STAGE

190 KING WILLIAM STREET, HAMILTON, ON

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THEATRE AQUARIUS BOX OFFICE

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HAROLD PINTER’S THE LOVER

Presented by: KITCHEN SINK COLLECTIVE

CHECK OUT MY PREVIEW INTERVIEW with Adam IACHELLI!

LIMITED performance dates:

ApRIL 23-26, 2026

EVENING PERFORMANCES: 8:00 P.M.

WEEKEND MATINEES: 2:00 P.M.

synopsis:

The Lover is a quirky, tense, intriguing one-act by Harold Pinter that examines the private intricacies of modern marriage. To all outward appearances, Sarah and Richard are a respectable, conventional suburban couple. Behind closed doors, however, the couple enjoys a surprising and intriguing arrangement: every day, while Richard is at work, Sarah’s lover comes to the house. Richard, meanwhile, frequents a prostitute in the city. Yet, the two speak openly to one another of their extramarital affairs without jealousy, judgement, or anger.

As we learn more about Sarah and Richard’s affairs, we see how a modern married couple has found an unconventional way to cope with extramarital temptation. Like any of Pinter’s works, this one-act contains the laughs, tears, and tensions that arise from the social intricacies of modern life.

PERFORMANCES AT:

wEST pLAINS uNITED CHURCH, BURLINGTON, ON

FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT:

KITCHEN SINK COLLECTIVE BOX OFFICE

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LATE COMPANY

Presented by: DUNDAS LITTLE THEATRE

LOOK FOR MY FULL REVIEW COMING APRIL 26!

CHECK OUT MY PREVIEW INTERVIEW WITH DIRECTOR FRANCESCA BRUGNANO!

REMAINING performance dates:

Saturday, April 25 at 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 at 2:00 p.m.

Friday, May 1 at 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 2 at 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m.

Friday, May 8 at 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 9 at 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m.

synopsis:

A gripping drama by award-winning Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill. One year after the loss of their teenage son Joel, Debora and Michael invite his former classmate — and the boy’s parents — to dinner.

What begins as a polite evening becomes a battleground where grief, guilt, and blame collide, and a search for closure spirals into a raw, gripping confrontation about bullying and the true cost of forgiveness.

Content Notice: This production contains descriptions of youth suicide, themes of bullying, and includes homophobic and transphobic language. Audience members who may be sensitive to these themes are encouraged to consider their own comfort level before attending.