
🚨 Tickets only $14.99 for a Limited Time! 🚨
 
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our 4th Annual Ottawa I❤︎BEER Festival on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at the EY Centre. Join us for an unforgettable day or night session featuring craft beer, cider, and spirits sampling, beer hall style seating area and a massive silent disco powered by three incredible local DJs. Get ready for the ultimate winter festival experience!
 


INFO
➡️ 19+ Event - Please Drink Responsibly➡️ No refunds on tickets or tokens (Tickets & Tokens are Transferable on Showpass.com)➡️ This is a 1 day event with 2 sessions➡️ If you don't like beer, there are plenty of non-beer options like cider and spirits.➡️ Designated Driver tickets are available at the door for $10.00 + Tax
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EVENT INFO
📍 Location: EY Centre🗺️ Address: 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa, ON K1V 2N6📅 Date: Saturday, February 28th, 2026🌎 Theme: Drink, Eat & Dance Local🕰️ Time: 2 Sessions - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM🧥 Coat Check: Yes ($5.00 near main entrance)
 


TOKENS
Every I Heart Festival uses a token based system for both food and drink. Digital Tokens can be purchased with your tickets online,  can be purchased separately online using this LINK or physically at the event (Cash only at the event).
💵 Token Cost: $2.50 Each - Includes HST 🪙 Tokens are used for both Food and Drink📏 Beer Sample Size: 5 Ounces🍺 Most Beer Samples are 1 token (Speciality Beers & Spirits can be more)​🍴Food Ranges from 2 to 6 tokens depending on portion sizes,etc
 
For more info about our Toronto event, please visit:  iheartbeer.ca/Ottawa


 


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EY Centre

2026 Ottawa I Heart Beer Festival

Day Beers - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Night Beers - 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

I❤️BEER

Jackass Superstar STEVE-O Is Bringing His Brand New Multimedia Comedy Tour “Crash & Burn!”
I’ve made a lot of bad decisions, and few were worse than the ones I made for my new “Crash & Burn!” tour. What’s so fun about this new multimedia show is that you don’t just hear the ridiculous stories of my latest, dumbest, unbelievably naughty exploits… you see them happen for yourself… completely uncensored!

 Ages 19+ Only. 

Steve-O (a.k.a. Stephen Glover) was willing to do whatever it took to become famous, even if it meant stapling his ball sack to his leg. After failing miserably at the University of Miami and couch-surfing with friends, he decided that in order to further his goal of becoming a stuntman he would enroll in Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College. But it was his relentless attention whoring that ultimately led to working with Johnny Knoxville on a new stunt-based reality show called Jackass.
In 2000, MTV aired the first season and the rest, as they say, is history. Since then, he's had continued success, as a New York Times best-selling author with the release of his memoir, 'Professional Idiot', as well as establishing himself in the world of stand-up comedy. With fourteen years of sobriety under his belt, Steve-O shows no signs of slowing down. He can currently be found selling out theatres across the U.S. and Canada on The Bucket List tour, a multimedia stand-up comedy show like no other. In 2022, he rejoined Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew for the film 'Jackass Forever', which opened #1 at the box office, and will be releasing his second book A Hard Kick In The Nuts: What I Learned From A Lifetime Of Terrible Decisions.
 

75min - no intermission.
Limited complimentary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.


Brockville Arts Centre

STEVE-O! Crash & Burn Tour

Tier A (19+)

Tier B (19+)

Accessible (19+)

Wheelchair (19+)

Companion (19+)

Tier C (19+)

Limited Leg Room (19+)

Tier D (19+)

The Golden Girls are back in an all-new show! 
2025 finds Sophia out on bail, after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring at Shady Pines. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together, with help from her much younger, sex-crazed love interest. Relive the heartfelt hilarity of four ladies who never stopped being your friends!

There will be a 20-minute intermission. 
18+ Only (Adult theme comedy).

Presented by Murray & Peter. Get tour info at GoldenGirlsTour.com.

Ticket sales begin Friday, November 21st at 10:00 AM.

 
About VIP Tickets:
Fans who purchase seats in the first few rows of the orchestra will meet the actors after the show, take pics on the main stage and score autographs. If you purchase tour merch at the venue, the actors will autograph the merch during the M&G. Please remain in your seats after the show for instructions.
 


GOLDEN GIRLS The Laughs Continue

VIP (includes Meet & Greet)

Tier 2

Accessible (Tier 2)

Wheelchair Seating (Tier 2)

Wheelchair Companion (Tier 2)

Tier 3

Wheelchair Seating (Tier 3)

Wheelchair Companion (Tier 3)

Tier 2 - Balcony

Limited Leg Room (Tier 2)

Tier 3 - Balcony

Limited Leg Room (Tier 3)

Tier 4 - Balcony

To celebrate his 50th career anniversary, legendary singer/songwriter Chris de Burgh will be undertaking a Canadian Tour in 2026 and will be offering his fans a unique solo performance of all his hits, including "Spanish Train”, “Don’t Pay the Ferryman”, “A Spaceman Came Travelling”; “Patricia” and naturally his worldwide hit “Lady in Red” which is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026.
 
About Chris: 
Few artists can lay claim to international success spanning five decades but, beginning with his very first release, Chris de Burgh has achieved just that.
Throughout the years and across now 22 original studio albums, whether his lyrical – and musical – themes have tackled love and loss or been set against imaginative backdrops created from the past, present or future, the telling of tales is his special gift. Chris’ extensive repertoire of songs has taken his audience on travels through continents, cultures and centuries - in cinematic proportion.
Learn more at cdeb.comOfficial announcement press release here.
 

 

Password protected advance sales will be active starting at 10:00am on December 3rd, up until the public on-sale on Fri, Dec 05 at 10:00am. Join our mailing list to be notified of future advance sales, discounts, and other special events and announcements: https://mailchi.mp/brockville/mailinglist


CHRIS de BURGH 50LO

Tier A

Tier A (Balcony)

Tier B (Balcony)

Tier C (Balcony)

Accessible

Wheelchair Seating

Wheelchair Companion

Tier A (Limited Leg Room)

Tier B (Limited Leg Room)

When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Grammy’s, and enjoyed six #1 albums, Hotel California began a pioneering journey through their history-making music that has taken them around the globe and thrilled hundreds of thousands of Eagles fans. It’s been a journey they could never have imagined back in 1986, but their dedication, unique musical gifts, and an obsessive commitment to doing this legendary music true justice in performance, set them apart from the many Eagles bands that came after them. Hotel California toured relentlessly from the 80’s straight through to today, setting the standard for world-class tribute productions as they went, and sharing stages with the likes of The Doobie Bros., Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gretchen Wilson, REO Speedwagon, and many more. From Japan to Dubai, Toronto to Texas, Hotel California has boldly taken the tribute band where none had gone before them, and changed an industry’s collective mind about how good a “tribute” band could really be.


Hotel California - The Original Eagles Tribute

Main Floor

Balcony

The best-loved show of the holiday season!
Christmas in the Valley
With Wayne Rostad and Friends
 
Master Fiddler, Bobby Lalonde
Guitar Great, Phil Denault
Nashville Entertainer, Bradley “The Kid” Scott
Talented Songstress, Braiden Wyman
(With a surprise visit by the jolly, big guy)
 
Don’t miss this time-honoured Concert of the season 
Christmas in the Valley...A show for all ages!
 
Presented by Davidson Hearing Aid Centres
Supporting: Toys 4 Kids and Local Food Banks
 

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Christmas in the Valley

Wheelchair

Celebrating 25 years of Holiday Cheer!
The Barra MacNeils - An East Coast Christmas is a musical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season. With their captivating vocals, distinctive harmonies and extraordinary musicianship, The Barra MacNeils inject new life and energy into the sights and sounds of Christmas, prompting the Halifax Daily News to describe them as “a treasure of the East Coast, rich with tradition and unmatched in ensemble performance”; and the Globe & Mail to name the recording on which this tour is based “one of the best five Christmas albums of all time!”
The five MacNeil siblings - Lucy, Boyd, Stewart, Kyle and Sheumas - combine on a vast array of instruments including accordian, guitar, piano, fiddle, bodhran, mandolin, banjo, Celtic harp, tin whistles, bouzouki, flute … all underpinned by the nimble-fingered Jamie Gatti on bass. The result is a sound that is unmistakably The Barra MacNeils, one moment a rousing chorus, then a hauntingly beautiful Gaelic ballad, the next a flurry of foot-stomping instrumentals, which of course pulls one then another into a step-dancing revelry. For a delightful seasonal celebration, don’t miss An East Coast Christmas with The Barra MacNeils!


The Barra MacNeils: An East Coast Christmas ... 25th Anniversary Tour!

Limited Leg Room

Hailing from the very birthplace of the revered Canadian rock group they pay tribute to, Road Apples formed in Kingston, Ontario and has been performing the music of The Tragically Hip professionally for over three decades, including thousands of concerts at theatres, arenas, music festivals and other venues from coast-to-coast across Canada.
The members of Road Apples pride themselves on delivering the music of The Tragically Hip to audiences respectfully and faithfully to the original recordings with no interpretations or gimmicks involved. With an extensive repertoire spanning The Hip's entire discography, Road Apples’ concerts are a celebration of the music that is now woven into the very fabric of Canadian society and are the closest thing to hearing The Hip live once again.

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Road Apples: A Tribute to the Tragically Hip

Walk Like A Man is the ultimate celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, recreating the iconic powerful falsetto with perfection. Produced by its very own West End star, Mark Halliday, Walk Like A Man has amazed audiences across the globe from Cardiff to Columbia, from London to Lithuania, with their incredible vocals, slick moves, infectious charm and timeless hits.
This stunning show will have you hooked from the very beginning and audiences will not be able to resist classics such as ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’, Walk Like a Man’, ‘Sherry’, Big Girls Don’t Cry’, ‘Oh, What a Night’ and many more. Putting their own spin on timeless classics with incredible harmonies and a genuine admiration for the music, this show is a powerhouse not to be missed. You’ll see why this show receives standing ovations wherever it goes!
 

 
 

Walk Like A Man

This Christmas season, experience an unforgettable afternoon of mind-blowing magic, laughter, and jaw-dropping canine tricks as “Dogs Do Magic: A Canine Christmas” takes the stage at the Brockville Arts Centre for one show only! 🎟️🎁🎩 Starring Canada’s favorite magician, Aaron Matthews—as seen on Disney Plus, YTV, the Calgary Stampede, CNE, and Canada’s Wonderland! Aaron’s award-winning magic and showmanship make this a must-see holiday event for all ages!What to Expect:

🐾 Mind-Reading Dogs: These talented pups will leave you speechless with their impossible predictions, acrobatic stunts, and endless charm!
🏆 World Champion Canines: Trained with love and positive reinforcement, these four-legged stars have captured hearts across the country!
😂🎩 Magic & Comedy: With Aaron Matthews at the helm, prepare for a show filled with astonishing illusions and side-splitting holiday fun!
✨🎄 Make this Christmas extra magical! Bring the whole family and experience the heartwarming bond between our incredible canine performers and their trainers.



Dogs Do Magic: A Canine Christmas

Tier A Rows A-G

Tier B Rows H-S

Wheelchair - Tier A Rows A-G

Wheelchair - Tier B Rows H-S

Wheelchair Companion - Tier A Rows A-G

Wheelchair Companion - Tier B Rows H-S

After challenging the Wizard's totalitarian regime in Oz, Elphaba must grapple with her identity as the "Wicked Witch of the West." Meanwhile, the Wizard has given Glinda the title "Glinda the Good" and a public status as the nation's defender against Elphaba. The two witches must make decisions that seal their fates in this second musical installment.
Runtime: 2h 17mGenres: Family, Fantasy, Musical, RomanceRated: PG, for action/violence, some suggestive material and thematic material.
 

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.
Special pricing available for Children 14yrs of age and under.


Wicked: For Good

Adult General Admission

Child General Admission

Adult Wheelchair Admission

Youth Wheelchair Admission

The Phil Collins Story A Monumental Tribute to One of Music’s Greatest Icons
The team that brought you the smash hit tour The Simon & Garfunkel Story and R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - The Aretha Franklin Story has done it again with an all-new docu-concert: The Phil Collins Story! Chronicling his remarkable chart-topping time with Genesis to his multi-Grammy winning solo career to his Academy Award-winning work for Disney, The Phil Collins Story brings the artist’s distinctive music to life in a way that resonates with audiences both visually and emotionally—up close and personal. This fully produced immersive musical journey stars talent from around the world and features intricate lighting design, state-of-the-art audio and dynamic projections. From the initial downbeat to the closing cymbal choke, the beat goes on with The Phil Collins Story!
Learn more at @philcollinsstory.comStaged and Conceived by Dean Elliott Show Run Time: 2hrs + Intermission
“It is truly an honor to be part of this project celebrating the music of Phil Collins. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to work with iconic artists and estates including the Johnny Cash family, Aretha Franklin and Simon & Garfunkel, and each of those experiences has deepened my appreciation for music that transcends generations. Phil Collins’ catalog is in that rare company, his songs are not only global hits but also deeply personal touchstones for millions of people around the world. His music has an immediacy and emotional honesty that continues to resonate across cultures and age groups. As a director, my goal is always to respect the legacy while creating something that feels vibrant and relevant today, and I couldn’t be more excited to help bring Phil’s remarkable body of work to our audiences.” — Dean Elliott
 
 
 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.
Complementary tickets available for children under 12 months of age at the time of performance. Tickets must be reserved in advance by a parent or guardian. Please contact the box office at (613) 342-7122 (or 1-877-342-7122) to add one to your completed order.
Password protected advance sales will be active starting at 10:00am on December 9th, up until the public on-sale on Fri, Dec 12th at 10:00am. Join our mailing list to be notified of future advance sales, discounts, and other special events and announcements: https://mailchi.mp/brockville/mailinglist


The Phil Collins Story

ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?! Direct from Australia, the hit tribute returns to Canada in 2026 - bigger, better and louder than ever!
See the rock spectacular that Canadians flock to every year, bringing big sound, big screens, crazy lighting and outlandish costumes for a night of non-stop rock anthems, including Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Radio GaGa, I Want to Break Free, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, Another One Bites the Dust and so many more.
Starring Warren Vernon-Driscoll reprising his role as ‘Freddie Mercury’, performing vocals, piano and guitar all live on stage and in original key, alongside an international band.
Don’t miss the REAL ROCK EXPERIENCE – BOOK NOW!
 
“Live, loud and literally awe-smacked” -Stage & Screen
“It felt like a real Queen concert” -Vancouvers Best Places
“This is THE tribute band” -The Plus Ones
 

 

Youth pricing available for children 13 years and under.
Discount available for adult groups of 6 or more.
Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic

Main Floor - Adult

Wheelchair - Adult

Wheelchair Companion - Adult

Accessible - Adult

Main Floor - Youth (13 & Under)

Wheelchair - Youth (13 & Under)

Wheelchair Companion - Youth (13 & Under)

Accessible - Youth (13 & Under)

Classic Troubadours: an extraordinary musical journey that celebrates the timeless songs of James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and Carole King. Performed by a talented 5-piece band led by award-winning singer songwriter Jacob Moon, this tribute goes beyond imitation to honor the artistry of these legendary singer-songwriters.
Featuring heartfelt renditions of beloved classics like "You’ve Got a Friend," "Big Yellow Taxi," "Running on Empty," and "Fire and Rain," the show brings the nostalgia and magic of the ‘70s to life. With warm, authentic performances and rich storytelling, Classic Troubadours is more than a concert—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the music that defined a generation. Perfect for fans of these iconic artists, this evening promises to be a celebration of connection, memory, and joy.

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Classic Troubadours Live

ALL SHOOK UP is a hilarious and heartfelt musical with an original book by Joe DiPietro, creator of the Tony Award®-winning musical Memphis—which can also be found in the TRW catalogue.
Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, it’s 1955 and into a square little town rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets. Featuring mega hits from the beloved Elvis® catalogue this musical fantasy will have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
 
Performed by St. Mary Catholic High School 
 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.
Password protected advance sales will be active starting at 10:00am on November 28th, up until the public on-sale on Mon, Dec 01 at 10:00am. Join our mailing list to be notified of future advance sales, discounts, and other special events and announcements: https://mailchi.mp/brockville/mailinglist

 

All Shook Up: School Edition

Formed from the original band members who toured and played with Gordon Lightfoot for decades, The Lightfoot Band continues to present his songs, along with some of their stories and history, in this live concert. Featuring the Original Gordon Lightfoot Touring Band: Rick Haynes on Bass, Barry Keane on Drums and Percussion, Mike Heffernan on Keyboards, and Carter Lancaster on Lead Guitar. With newest member, Andy Mauck as lead singer and rhythm guitarist.
@thelightfootband.com
"The soul-stirring melodies of Gordon Lightfoot continue to resonate with audiences worldwide, and nowhere is his legacy more alive than in the spirited performances of the original Lightfoot Band. From the first strum of the guitar to the final note, the energy onstage was palpable, fuelled by the band’s passion for bringing Lightfoot’s music to life once more, with a new lead singer." - Yoyo Yan, Markham Economist Sun

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 
 

The Lightfoot Band

Join us for the ultimate Bee Gees Tribute with NIGHT FEVER! For the past ten years, Night Fever has toured the world, drawing in and audience of devoted disco fans at theatres and festivals from Disneyland to Russia, recreating the look and sound of the Bee Gees.Capturing a full history of the Bee Gees, NIGHT FEVER includes songs from “To Love Somebody”, “Massachusetts”, “I Got to Get A Message”, “I Started A Joke”, “Jive Talking”, “More Than A Woman”, “Nite Fever”, “You Should Be Dancing”, “Tragedy”, “Stayin’ Alive”, and many more!

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Night Fever

The Brockville Theatre Guild is proud to present:
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Get your deerstalker cap on – the play’s afoot! Comedic genius Ken Ludwig (Lend Me a Tenor, Moon Over Buffalo) transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic The Hound of the Baskervilles into a murderously funny adventure.
Sherlock Holmes is on the case. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms its newest heir. Does a wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Can our heroes discover the truth in time? 
Watch as our intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises, and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than forty characters. Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be.
Show times:

Friday, March 6 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 7 @ 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm

 

Special pricing available for Youths (18 & Under).
Complimentary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets must be reserved in advance. Please contact the box office at 1-877-342-7122 to book. 
Complimentary tickets available for children under 12 months of age at the time of performance. Tickets must be reserved in advance by a parent or guardian. Please contact the box office at 1-877-342-7122 to add one to your completed order.


Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

Main Floor - Youth (18 & under)

Wheelchair - Youth (18 & under)

Companion - Adult

Companion - Youth (18 & under)

Accessible - Youth (18 & under)

CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH SERENA RYDER: MERRY MYTHS
This holiday season, acclaimed Canadian artist Serena Ryder, invites you on a musical journey into the heart of the season's most beloved traditions with Merry Myths — a festive concert inspired by the folklore, stories and symbols that shape our ideas of the holiday season.
Serena blends timeless holiday classics with her signature soulful songs. The Merry Myths tour explores the rich tapestry of global yuletide lore, with a hefty side of Serena's often goofy take on this strange and fantastic time of year.
With powerful vocals, joyful energy and heartfelt story telling Serena creates an unforgettable evening that celebrates connection, community and the magic of the season.
Joining her on stage is a handpicked ensemble of some of Canada’s most exceptional musicians:

BRIAN KOBAYAKAWA on bass (Jill Barber, Charlie Kaufman)
MILES GIBBONS on drums (The Strumbellas, Aysanabee)
CHRISTINE BOUGIE on guitar (solo artist, Bahamas)
LYDIA PERSAUD vocals,acoustic strings (solo artist, Dwayne Gretzky), who will also open the evening with a soulful set of her own.

Together, they’ll bring to life a concert that feels both timeless and fresh—a celebration of the myths, melodies, and memories that make the holidays so magical.
Don’t miss this enchanting evening with Serena Ryder and friends—where music, mythology, and the spirit of the season come together in harmony.

 

Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.

 

Serena Ryder: Merry Myths Tour

An American actor in Tokyo struggling to find purpose lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. He rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the beauty of human connection.
Runtime: 1h 50mGenres: Comedy, DramaRated: PG, for thematic elements, some strong language, and suggestive material.
 

 

 Complementary tickets available for support workers on a first-come, first-served basis via the box office. Access Card accepted.
Special pricing available for Children 14yrs of age and under.


Rental Family


Hey Buster is a Kindie band led by Singer-Songwriter Dads from Ottawa ( Slo' Tom and Sherwood Lumsden)  that features a larger-than-life Raccoon puppet called Buster. They perform original songs from three independently released CDs in an interactive show for children ages 3 to 8 and their parents.  The songs range from Mom and Dad approved topics like community and public transportation, to what kids really care about: stinky feet, underwear and boogers.  

Check out their youtube channel or visit on facebook:
 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtehNPBUKjX7OoiVbtF4X5w
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hey-Buster/159372457438942
 

Red Bird

Hey Buster!

General Admission

Ottawa's Annual Yalda Night Celebration.
All Ages.  ( Students, Kids and Seniors receive 10% discount):
Discount Code: STUDENT
STAR Artist Guest :
- FARSHID AMIN
- DJ SAM
- NAZ DANCE GROUP
Date: Saturday Dec. 20th, 8PM
Location: Blu Legacy Centre
Express Dinner & Bar by Blu Legacy. (not included in the ticket prices)
Tea/Coffer/Persian Sweets by Atrisa Cake for purchase
Ash Reshteh by Banoo Catering.
Capacity: 650
 

Blu Legacy Convention Cenre

Yalda Night Celebration - Ottawa _ Dec20

Gen 1

Gen 2

Digital Zone Canada

Join us Wednesday, December 31 and ring in the new year with country charm and sparkling style! From jeans and jackets, to boots and bling, you’re in for great company and an unforgettable night!
🎵 Live concert with AMBUSH
🍗 Wood-fired BBQ Buffet 
🍸 Drink Specials
🥂 Complimentary Sparkling Wine Toast
**PLEASE NOTE: The seating chart associated with ticket selection is for DINNER ONLY. Ambush will be rockin' it out on the stage in Clark Hall, adjacent to the dining room. **
 
Live Music from AMBUSH!
Get ready to dance the night away with AMBUSH – a dynamic country-rock band known for their high-energy performances and electrifying setlist! From boot-stompin’ country to classic rock, AMBUSH is sure to keep the party going until late! 
  
Buffet Dinner from Hawthorne’s BBQ Catering!
Kick off the night with a wood-fired smoker buffet from Hawthorne’s BBQ Catering, featuring:

Top Sirloin & Chicken
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Baked Beans
Steamed Vegetables
Coleslaw
Caesar Salad
Freshly-Baked Dinner Rolls

The night begins at 6:30pm in the West Wing of the RA! Dinner will be served in the West Gym and the dance party will be happening in Clark Hall! 
 

RA Centre

Denim and Diamonds New Year's Eve Party

New Year's Eve Party! (Dinner & Show)

Ottawa’s only Hip Hop Jam session is coming to Red Bird, and will be a strong edition to Red Bird’s monthly music series. The event will feature a live band, open community stage, visual art showcases, and a wide range of cocktails and food.
 
Every month:
Will be featuring a different Emcee that will host the show with our house Emcee Nick Pouponneau (of Zoo Legacy). Backed with a full live band Andrew and The Capital Collective, these showcases are bound to instil a deep love and connection to the incredible Hip Hop scene that we carry in the Capital city!
 
Live Band:
Nick Pouponneau (Emcee)Andrew Knox (Trumpet/ Keys)Matt Evans (Saxophone/ Keys)James Arif (Sousaphone)Ramel Bautista (Guitar)Harrison Singer (Bass)Sacha Nagy (Drums)
 
Bobby Brugal
Pittsburgh-raised, Ottawa-based Hip Hop artist Bobby Brugal encapsulates what it means to be Creative. 
Between his well-documented independent musical career, he is the founder of the lifestyle brand “Pvstlife Products”. Bobby Brugal has become a staple in hosting with his podcast “Nutes”, and now the In-Arena Host for the Ottawa BlackJacks.
His charisma, energy and passion are undeniable to the culture and his presence is felt in every room he enters. 
In the last few years, Bobby Brugal has truly made a name for himself in the creative media space throughout the United States and Canada and plans on bringing more projects to fruition while growing his brand. 

Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/bobbybrugal?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Important Notes:

Every Instrument will be provided by the house.
Access to stage is a first-come, first-serve process.
The amount of instruments and microphones present on the stage will determine how many can stay on the stage at one time.
We will have the “RED BIRD PICK” of the night. This pick will be chosen by staff at Red Bird and will encourage one participant of the night to close the show with another performance. 
There will be opportunities to network and possibly be featured in future events as a featured emcee or instrumentalist.


Hip Hop Jam

Jeremy Fisher is a 4-time JUNO-nominated folk-pop singer-songwriter based in Ottawa.
He has released 6 studio albums and his music has been featured on radio, in film (The Big Year, Our Idiot Brother), commercials (Volkswagen, American Airlines), and as main title TV themes (Disney, Global).
Over the last 20 years Jeremy has toured the world and shared the stage with artists such as Alanis Morissette, Blue Rodeo and Indigo Girls.
He is a co-creator, songwriter and voice actor for the CBC animated series Jeremy and Jazzy, a show about how feelings become songs, songs become stories, and music, friendship, and collaboration create joy. 

 

Jeremy Fisher

🕯️ Candlelight: Christmas Classics
⭐ Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a magical holiday concert illuminated by thousands of candles. Experience your favorite Christmas carols and festive classics in a breathtaking performance by a live string quartet inside Ottawa’s stunning Knox Church.
🎵 Holiday Program Highlights


Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy – Tchaikovsky


Carol of the Bells


O Holy Night


Feliz Navidad – José Feliciano


Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!


Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee


All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey


Last Christmas – Wham!


Plus more holiday favorites and movie soundtracks from Frozen, The Holiday, and Anastasia!


📍 Event Details


Venue: Knox Church, 120 Lisgar St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2L7


Dates & Times: Multiple dates available (select during checkout)


Duration: 60 minutes (Doors open 45 minutes early; late entry not permitted)


Age Requirement: 8+ (Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult)


Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible


Seating: First-come, first-served within your ticket zone


🎟️ Tip: Holiday shows sell quickly — secure your tickets early for the best seats!
🎻 Performers
A world-class string quartet:


2 Violins


1 Viola


1 Cello


✨ Whether you’re planning a romantic holiday date night or a festive evening with loved ones, this Candlelight Christmas experience is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Knox Church

Candlelight: Christmas Classics at Knox Church

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Showpass Events CA

🕯️ Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring The Nutcracker and More
⭐ Celebrate the magic of the holidays with a stunning candlelit concert featuring timeless festive favorites and selections from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Performed by a string quartet with vocalist on select pieces, this enchanting performance will fill Ottawa’s First Baptist Church with seasonal warmth and glow.
🎵 Program Highlights


Holiday Medley – Various Artists


Hark the Herald Angels Sing


The First Noël


Deck the Halls


O Holy Night – Adolphe Adam


December “Christmas” – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky


Winter – Antonio Vivaldi (The Four Seasons)


The Skaters’ Waltz – Émile Waldteufel


Evening Prayer – Engelbert Humperdinck


Greensleeves (What Child Is This) – Traditional


Ma’oz Tzur – Traditional Hanukkah Song


Ave Maria – Franz Schubert


The Nutcracker Selections:


Miniature Overture


Trepak (Russian Dance)


Waltz of the Flowers


Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy




📍 Event Details


Venue: First Baptist Church, 140 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, K1P 5J4


Dates & Times: December 21 at 4:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8:30 PM


Duration: 60 minutes (Doors open 45 minutes before start; no late entry)


Age Requirement: 8+ (Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult)


Accessibility: Venue is fully AODA-compliant


Seating: First-come, first-served within each ticketed zone


🎻 Performers
String Quartet with Vocalist (select pieces)
✨ Experience the magic of the holidays with classical masterpieces, festive carols, and Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker suite, all performed in a breathtaking candlelit setting.

First Baptist Church Ottawa

Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More in Ottawa

Comedy Nights at Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Featuring Alex Wood and MC Fabio Ricci
Get ready for a night of fast, clever, and highly relatable stand-up as Alex Wood headlines the Absolute Comedy Ottawa stage. Known for his sharp writing, expressive delivery, and perfectly timed punchlines, Alex tackles everyday frustrations, modern life, and personal misadventures with confidence and precision. His ability to turn simple observations into big laughs makes him a standout on comedy stages across Canada.
Hosting the night is Fabio Ricci, a high-energy MC whose charisma and quick crowd work keep the room buzzing. Fabio’s natural charm and improvisational skills ensure the show flows smoothly while keeping audiences laughing between every set.
Together, Alex and Fabio deliver a polished, high-spirited comedy night that captures everything audiences love about Absolute Comedy Ottawa.
➕ What You’ll Get


General Admission to a live stand-up comedy show


Full headlining set from Alex Wood


Hosted by Fabio Ricci


Access to a full bar and food menu


A memorable night of professional comedy


➕ Important Information
All ticket purchases are final. No refunds.
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At Absolute Comedy, it’s not just about the laughs—enjoy a fantastic meal and drinks while you soak in the show. With food available right at your table, you won’t miss a moment of the comedy gold.
Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and get ready for an evening filled with laughter, great food, and unforgettable memories. See you at the show!
📌 Important Information:

I understand that I/we will be seated at a table the size of the Reservation that I/we are making. Separate Reservations/Tables or Seats can not be combined when reserving online.
I understand I must to arrive (and my reservation will only be held until) 30 minutes prior to showtime (or 2 hours prior to showtime for dinner and show). This will ensure better seating selection and service.
For reservations made the day of Show: I agree that reservation made the day of the show are Final. No Cancellations or reductions will be accepted.
For Reservation Made more than 24 hours in advance: I agree that cancellations (or reductions) to reservations MUST be made 24 hours in advance.


Absolute Comedy Ottawa

Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Headliner Alex Wood and MC Fabio Ricci

Absolute Comedy

Comedy Nights at Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Featuring Alex Wood and MC Heather Hurst
Get ready for another night of sharp, relatable stand-up as Alex Wood returns to headline the Absolute Comedy Ottawa stage. Known for his clever writing, expressive delivery, and ability to turn everyday frustrations into laugh-out-loud moments, Alex brings a confident, high-energy set packed with smart punchlines and perfectly timed callbacks.
Hosting the evening is Heather Hurst, an engaging MC whose quick wit, playful charm, and strong crowd connection set the tone from the very first laugh. Heather’s ability to read the room and keep the energy flowing ensures the show stays lively, welcoming, and fun from start to finish.
Together, Alex and Heather deliver a night of polished comedy, warm vibes, and nonstop laughs — exactly what Absolute Comedy Ottawa audiences love.
➕ What You’ll Get


General Admission to a live stand-up comedy show


Full headlining set from Alex Wood


Hosted by Heather Hurst


Access to a full bar and food menu


A memorable night of professional comedy


➕ Important Information
All ticket purchases are final. No refunds.
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At Absolute Comedy, it’s not just about the laughs—enjoy a fantastic meal and drinks while you soak in the show. With food available right at your table, you won’t miss a moment of the comedy gold.
Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and get ready for an evening filled with laughter, great food, and unforgettable memories. See you at the show!
📌 Important Information:

I understand that I/we will be seated at a table the size of the Reservation that I/we are making. Separate Reservations/Tables or Seats can not be combined when reserving online.
I understand I must to arrive (and my reservation will only be held until) 30 minutes prior to showtime (or 2 hours prior to showtime for dinner and show). This will ensure better seating selection and service.
For reservations made the day of Show: I agree that reservation made the day of the show are Final. No Cancellations or reductions will be accepted.
For Reservation Made more than 24 hours in advance: I agree that cancellations (or reductions) to reservations MUST be made 24 hours in advance.


Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Headliner Alex Wood and MC Heather Hurst

Comedy Nights at Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Featuring Brett Forte and MC Noor Kidwai
Get ready for a night of high-impact stand-up as Brett Forte headlines the Absolute Comedy Ottawa stage. Known for his razor-sharp delivery and fearless material, Brett blends clever writing with bold perspectives that keep audiences on their toes and laughing hard. His polished timing and commanding presence make every set feel electric from start to finish.
Hosting the evening is Noor Kidwai, a dynamic MC whose quick wit, playful energy, and strong crowd rapport set the tone for a fantastic night. Noor’s ability to connect with the audience and keep the show moving ensures that the laughs never slow down and the vibe stays high throughout.
Together, Brett and Noor deliver a night of smart, edgy, and wildly entertaining comedy — exactly what Absolute Comedy Ottawa is known for.
➕ What You’ll Get


General Admission to a live stand-up comedy show


Full headlining set from Brett Forte


Hosted by Noor Kidwai


Access to a full bar and food menu


A memorable night of professional comedy


➕ Important Information
All ticket purchases are final. No refunds.
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At Absolute Comedy, it’s not just about the laughs—enjoy a fantastic meal and drinks while you soak in the show. With food available right at your table, you won’t miss a moment of the comedy gold.
Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and get ready for an evening filled with laughter, great food, and unforgettable memories. See you at the show!
📌 Important Information:

I understand that I/we will be seated at a table the size of the Reservation that I/we are making. Separate Reservations/Tables or Seats can not be combined when reserving online.
I understand I must to arrive (and my reservation will only be held until) 30 minutes prior to showtime (or 2 hours prior to showtime for dinner and show). This will ensure better seating selection and service.
For reservations made the day of Show: I agree that reservation made the day of the show are Final. No Cancellations or reductions will be accepted.
For Reservation Made more than 24 hours in advance: I agree that cancellations (or reductions) to reservations MUST be made 24 hours in advance.


Absolute Comedy Ottawa: Headliner Brett Forte and MC Noor Kidwai

Carleton Ravens Basketball is ready to take on the 2025-2026 OUA Season and we can't wait to have you out!
2025-2026 Home Schedule

Friday, October 31st vs. Nipissing @ 6/8pm
Saturday, November 1st vs. Laurentian @ 6/8pm: The Fall Future Flock Game! 50% off all youth tickets!
Friday, November 14th vs. Laurier @ 6/8pm: The 6th Red Game of the Ravens Red Game Series! $2.00 tickets for all post-secondary tickets!
Saturday, November 15th vs. Waterloo @ 6/8pm
Friday, January 9th vs. Queen's @ 6/8pm
Saturday, January 10th vs. Ontario Tech @ 6/8pm
Friday, January 16th vs. Toronto @ 6/8pm : Y2K Night in the Ravens Nest! $2.00 tickets for all post-secondary tickets!
Saturday, January 17th vs. TMU @ 6/8pm
Friday, January 30th vs. Lakehead @ 6/8pm
Sunday, February 8th vs. Brock @ 2/4pm: The Winter Future Flock Game! 50% off all youth tickets!

 
All regular season games are double headers, the purchase of one ticket include both games.
Children 6 and under are free. If they require a seat, please contact tickets@carleton.ca prior to purchasing tickets.
Accessible seats automatically come with a companion seat, please do not purchase an additional seat if you require a companion seat.
Following Carleton University policy,

Dogs are prohibited in all Carleton Athletics facilities, including TAAG Park, service and guide dogs are excepted.
Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited in all Carleton Athletics facilities.
Outside food and drink is prohibited at all regular season football, basketball, and hockey games.


Carleton Ravens Athletics

2025-2026 Carleton Ravens Basketball (W/M) - Single Game Tickets

Adult

Alumni/Senior (55+)

Youth (7-17)

Post-Secondary Student

It might’ve even been last night, but Steve Poltz just played the greatest show of his life. Guess what? 
The next show will be even greater, making that show the greatest show of his life. 
Are you starting to notice a trend? 
He isn’t shy about it either. 
Even after most likely thousands of shows (but who’s counting?), he hits the stage with the same amount of energy and always makes sure to declare, “This is the greatest show of my life.” 
It’s why he’s quietly emerged as the kind of live phenomenon celebrated passionately by a diehard fanbase worldwide and renowned as a festival favourite everywhere from Bluesfest in Byron Bay and High Sierra Music Festival in California and Telluride Bluegrass Festival in Colorado to Cayamo Cruise (where he actually got married). It’s why his music has crept into pop culture via collaborations with everyone from Jewel and Billy Strings to Molly Tuttle, Sierra Hull, Nicki Bluhm, Oliver Wood, and even the late Mojo Nixon. It’s why after over a dozen albums, he’s still creatively firing on all cylinders and critically acclaimed by the likes of Rolling Stone, Associated Press, Billboard, and many more. 
Nevertheless, the next gig will be the greatest show for him (and maybe for you too)…


Steve Poltz

Each month Bluegrass Wednesdays begins with a 2 hour concert followed by a jam session.
Concert goers are encouraged to bring your instruments and /or voices and join in for a post concert jam.
 
FOLLOWING THE CONCERT will be a jam, off the stage, open to anyone who wants to pick and sing some bluegrass songs. So, bring your instrument, or your voices if you want to take part in the post concert jam. Let's make it a great one!
Thank you for supporting Bluegrass Wednesdays, please help support our gracious venue by patronizing the bar!

Bluegrass Wednesdays ft. The Dusty Drifters

Rick Fines is an award-winning Canadian roots and blues artist, celebrated for his soulful songwriting, expressive guitar playing, and heartfelt performances. No stranger to Ottawa, his music blends honesty, warmth, and the timeless spirit of the blues. A Peterborough native, Rick had a packed house for his concert here at Red Bird Live in July of 2024, ahead of relocating to Germany for a few years.  Now he's stopping back home for Ottawa's Blues In The Schools program, something he's been involved in for 25 years. He's looking forward to performing for his Ottawa audience, with a few songs he's been writing and, no doubt, stories from the dozen countries he's visited in Europe.

Rick Fines

Forte de sa troisième médaille de bronze U SPORTS consécutive, l’équipe de basketball masculin des Gee-Gees est prête à se lancer dans la course au championnat. Elle lancera sa saison au pavillon Montpetit le 31 octobre, face à Laurier.
CALENDRIER 2025/2026 - MATCHS À DOMICILE DE L'ÉQUIPE DE BASKETBALL MASCULIN

Vendredi 10 oct. c. St. FX @ 20h00 *Match d'exhibition @ $5
Vendredi 31 oct. c. Laurentian @ 20h00
Samedi 1 nov. c. Nipissing @ 20h00
Vendredi 14 nov. c. Waterloo @ 20h00 *Soirée drip
Samedi 15 nov. c. Laurier @ 17h00
Samedi 22 nov. c. Carleton @ 20h00 *Bataille Bytown - Évènement individuel sur showpass: https://www.showpass.com/gee-gees-mens-basketball-bataille-de-bytown-bytown-battle/
Vendredi 9 jan. c. Ontario Tech @ 20h00
Samedi 10 jan c. Queen's @ 20h00
Vendredi 16 jan. c. TMU @ 20h00
Samedi 17 jan. c. Toronto @ 17h00
Samedi 31 jan. c. Lakehead @ 20h00 *Hoops for Heritage
Samedi 7 fév. c. Brock @ 20h00

INFORMATION DE BILLETTERIE

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Coming off their third consecutive U SPORTS Bronze medal performance, the Gee-Gees men’s basketball team is ready to make a championship run. They are ready to open up Montpetit Hall on Oct. 31st  against Laurier.
2025/2026 MEN'S BASKETBALL HOME SCHEDULE

Friday, Oct. 10 vs. St. FX @ 20h00 *Match d'exhibition @ $5
Friday, Oct. 31 vs. Laurentian @ 20h00
Saturday, Nov. 1 vs. Nipissing @ 20h00
Friday, Nov. 14 vs. Waterloo @ 20h00 *Drip Night
Saturday, Nov. 15 vs. Laurier @ 17h00
Saturday, Nov. 22 vs. Carleton @ 20h00 *Bytown Battle - Separate event on showpass: https://www.showpass.com/gee-gees-mens-basketball-bataille-de-bytown-bytown-battle/
Friday, Jan. 9 vs. Ontario Tech @ 20h00
Saturday, Jan. 10 vs. Queen's @ 20h00
Friday, Jan. 16 vs. TMU @ 20h00
Saturday, Jan. 17 vs. Toronto @ 17h00
Saturday, Jan. 31 vs. Lakehead @ 20h00 *Hoops for Heritage
Saturday, Feb. 7 vs. Brock @ 20h00

TICKETING INFORMATION


Montpetit Hall

Gee-Gees Basketball (M)

Student

Youth (4-17)

Ottawa Gee-Gees

12 (2.0)
Kristina Watt Villegas and 100 Watt Productions
A uniquely bilingual production
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En 2018, scientists warned there were only 12 years. Now it’s 2026. The world has been living on a tipping point for over 8 years. Le temps a passé; but what has changed? Everything and nothing. Oui. Et alors? A group of youth committed to taking climate action the way they know best--theatre--attempt to perform for you the play they created 8 years ago, again. Toutes les configurations; the numbers and geometry; les déclarations and pledges; the science, art, words words words-- ils vont les refaire pour vous. But how? They've changed (haven't we all changed?) and yet the fight for climate justice is like ...like trying to compost concrete. How do they sustain caring for a cause their generation has championed for decades? How does anyone? Is it ever ok to stop? How do we choose between personal survival and that of an entire planet? From the award-winning company who brought 12, STUFF and DNA to Ottawa/Gatineau audiences.
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Performed and Co-Created by Kat Derikx, Jax Young, Will Wishnousky, Sophie Dean, Brianna Lortie Chartrand, Imane Braham, William Mann, Grayson Inouye, Corinne D'Arcy, Sébastien Cimpaye and Taiya Peckham
Directed by Kristina Watt Villegas
Lighting Design by Emily Fink-Jensen and Kyle Ahluwalia
Sound Design by William Mann and AL Connors, with former work by Jon Carter
Set and Costume Design by Kristina Watt Villegas and 100 Watt Youth Ensemble
Stage Managed by Emily Fink-Jensen
Production Assistant by Ana Clara Bouffard-Lima
Production Assistant and Swing Understudy by Glency Lopez
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 14+ | Audience Participation, Abrupt Loud Noise, Flashing Lights, Mental Health, Eco Anxiety
Duration: 95 minutes
Accessible entries: Accessible entryways are located at 10 Daly Ave. and 67 Nicholas St. 
 
-Version française ci-dessous-
 
12 (2.0)
Kristina Watt Villegas et 100 Watt Productions
Une production véritablement bilingue
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In 2018, plusieurs scientifiques lancèrent ce message au monde: il ne reste plus que 12 ans. Nous voici en 2026. Le monde vit sur un point de bascule depuis plus de 8 ans. Time has passed; mais qu'est-ce qui a changé? Tout et rien. Yes. And so? Un groupe de jeunes engagés à lutter contre les changements climatiques de la meilleure façon qu'ils connaissent--le théâtre--tentent de jouer pour vous, encore une fois, la pièce qu'ils ont créé il y a 8 ans. All the configurations; les chiffres et la géométrie; the declarations, les promesses et les serments; la science et l'art, les mots mots mots-- they will do it all again. Mais comment? Ils ont changé (n'avons-nous pas tous changé?), et pourtant le combat pour la justice climatique, c'est comme... comme essayer de composter du béton. Comment font-ils pour continuer à se soucier d'une cause que leur génération défend depuis des décennies? Comment est-ce que n'importe qui peut faire ça? Est-ce que c'est correct d'arrêter? Comment pouvons-nous choisir entre notre survie personnelle et celle d'une planète entière?
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Co-création et interprétation par Kat Derikx, Jax Young, Will Wishnousky, Sophie Dean, Brianna Lortie Chartrand, Imane Braham, William Mann, Grayson Inouye, Corinne D'Arcy, Sébastien Cimpaye et Taiya Peckham
Mise en scène par Kristina Watt Villegas
Éclairage par Emily Fink-Jensen et Kyle Ahluwalia
Conception sonore par William Mann, AL Connors, et Jon Carter
Scénographie et costumes par Kristina Watt Villegas et le 100 Watt Youth Ensemble
Régie par Emily Fink-Jensen
Assistant à la production par Ana Clara Bouffard-Lima
Assistant à la production et Swing understudy par Glency Lopez
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14+ |Participation du public, bruits forts soudains, lumières clignotantes, santé mentale et éco‑anxiété
Durée du spectacle : 95 minutes
Entrées accessibles : Les entrées accessibles se trouvent au 10, avenue Daly et au 67, rue Nicholas.

Arts Court Theatre (3rd Floor)

12 (2.0)

Pick Your Price 10

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Ottawa Fringe

Brother Bones and friends are back! The Roots for the Sky Revue returns January 9, 2026 with another benefit concert for one of Ottawa’s truly dynamic nonprofits, Community Action for Environmental Sustainability, otherwise known as CAFES.
 Brother Bones  band has been gigging around Ottawa for twenty years, offering a lively blend of original material from three songwriters whose influences range from The Band and Tom Waits to Elvis Costello. Brother Bones are:  Dave Munroe, acoustic guitar, vocals; David Paré, acoustic guitar, mandolin, vocals; Paul Paré, electric guitar, vocals; Richard Pinet, drums, vocals; Paul Skene, electric and upright basses.
https://brotherbones1.bandcamp.com/music
MacIsaac and MacKenzie 
Alexis MacIsaac and Calum MacKenzie are a wife and husband duo and among Ottawa finest performers of Celtic and Cape Breton musical styles. Alexis plays a modern blend of Irish, Scottish and Cape Breton fiddle styles, while Calum’s style is influenced by his Hebridean roots and his native Cape Breton. Alexis has performed with such acts as Riverdance, The High Kings and The Paperboys, while Calum has played at home and abroad on both piano and fiddle. Their album The Bay Street Sessions earned them a Canadian Folk Music Awards nomination for instrumental group of the year and an East Coast Folk Music Awards nomination for roots/traditional recording of the year.
https://www.macisaacandmackenzie.ca/bio
Maria Hawkins brings her powerful vocals to an eclectic repertoire of blues and soul music. For three decades, Maria has been a major force in Ottawa’s music scene and a champion of arts education. She co-created the Ottawa Blues Society and Blues in the Schools along with her own programs, Blues 4 Kids and Stop the Bullying.
John Sobol is a spoken word wizard who happens to play blistering sax in just about any genre you throw at him. At 15 he was playing five nights a week in Montreal jazz clubs and in the decades since he's performed in hundreds of venues across Canada and internationally, as both a performance poet and musician. A tirelessly smart and wry wordsmith, John alternately provokes and inspires audiences while getting their hearts thumping and their feet tapping.
https://youareyourmedia.org/
Vince Halfhide is a veteran of the Ottawa blues scene with a long resume—a master guitarist and inspired songwriter who started making waves in Heaven's Radio, the legendary Ottawa blues and reggae band fronted by Terry Gillespie. Vince has played sideman with artists like Sneezy Waters, Missy Burgess, the Toasted Westerns and the Mighty Popo (recipient of the 2007 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best Group - World Music).  Most Thursdays you’ll find him performing in the All-Star Blues Jam house band at Irene's Pub in the Glebe. 
 https://vincehalfhide.com/
CAFES is a network of local environmental and climate leaders in the city of Ottawa. The network includes over 200 individual and organizational representatives from all wards and over 50 neighbourhoods in the city. CAFES’ mission is to address the climate crisis at the local level, and to support effective environmental action towards creating and safeguarding a healthier and more livable city. 

Roots for the Sky Revue

Les champions en titre de la Coupe universitaire sont prêts pour une nouvelle saison formidable au Complexe sportif Minto. Venez assister aux matchs emballants de l’équipe de hockey masculin des Gee-Gees dans sa quête d’un autre championnat au cœur de la capitale nationale.
CALENDRIER 2025/2026 - MATCHS À DOMICILE DE L'ÉQUIPE DE HOCKEY MASCULIN

Jeudi, 11 sept. c. Carleton @ 19h00 - *Match d'exhibition
Vendredi, 17 oct. c. Nipissing @ 19h00 - Soirée d’appréciation des partisans
Dimanche, 19 oct. c. Queen's @ 15h00
Vendredi, 24 oct. c. Concordia @ 19h00
Samedi, 25 oct. c. UQTR @ 19h00
Dimanche, 9 nov. c. UQTR @ 15h00
Dimanche, 16 nov. c. RMC @ 15h00
Dimanche, 23 nov. c. McGill @ 15h00 - Hot-dog à 2 $
Vendredi, 28 nov. c. Ontario Tech @ 19h00
Dimanche, 11 jan. c. RMC @ 16h00
Vendredi, 23 jan. c. Queen's @ 19h00 - Soirée Telfer
Samedi, 24 jan. c. Ontario Tech @ 15h00
Dimanche, 1 fév. c. Nipissing @ 15h00
Vendredi, 13 fév. c. Concordia @ 19h00

INFORMATION DE BILLETTERIE

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The reigning U CUP champions are revved up for another big season at the Minto Sports Complex. The Gee-Gees men’s hockey team is looking to make another championship run and you don’t want to miss any of the exciting on-ice action here in the Capital Region.
2025/2026 MEN'S HOCKEY HOME SCHEDULE

Thursday, Sept. 11 vs. Carleton @ 7PM *Exhibition Game
Friday, Oct. 17 vs. Nipissing @ 7PM - Fan Appreciation Night
Sunday, Oct. 19 vs. Queen's @ 3PM
Friday, Oct. 24 vs. Concordia @ 7PM
Saturday, Oct. 25 vs. UQTR @ 7PM
Sunday, Nov. 9 vs. UQTR @ 3PM
Sunday, Nov. 16 vs. RMC @ 3PM
Sunday, Nov. 23 vs. McGill @ 3PM - Toonie Hotdogs
Friday, Nov. 28 vs. Ontario Tech @ 7PM
Sunday, Jan. 11 vs. RMC @ 4PM
Friday, Jan. 23 vs. Queen's @ 7PM - Telfer Night
Saturday, Jan 24 vs. Ontario Tech @ 3PM
Sunday, Feb. 1 vs. Nipissing @ 3PM
Friday, Feb 13 vs. Concordia @ 7PM

TICKETING INFORMATION


Minto Sports Complex

Gee-Gees Hockey (M)

Melwood Cutlery is a Canadian folk/roots singer-songwriter who blends blues and country-inspired music on guitar, piano and harmonica with unforgettable vocals.
Over a decades-long career, he's played festivals and venues in Canada and the US, drawing critical acclaim for his songs (the touching or clever lyrics, the haunting or catchy melodies), dynamic performances with splashes of quirky humour and, always, that unique voice. A working musician and songwriter since he was a teenager, he gained early recognition as a solo artist in his native Ottawa. In the years that followed, Cutlery continued to build his reputation. He now lives outside Perth.
His six studio albums demonstrate the evolution of his music and sensibilities with finely crafted songs that range from the melancholy of romance to unforgettable ballads about uniquely Canadian stories.
“. . . cagey and impressive work . . . eminently tuneful, curiously simple, delightfully wise” said  Greg Quill of the Toronto Star and “the hippest songwriter around” according to renowned Scottish-Canadian singer-songwriter, David Francey.
In his newest release, “A Complete Display of Tackle” (2024, Little Bullhorn Studios, produced by Lynn Miles and Dave Draves), Cutlery is at the top of his game as a songwriter, singer, guitar picker and piano player, embracing a myriad of influences but with unexpected twists.
Melwood’s audience is in for a moving and memorable experience. He promises a set of solo/acoustic music on piano and guitar followed by a second set with a band of top notch players: Fred Guignion (lead guitar), Michael Ball (double bass and fiddle), Stuart Rutherford (dobro), Dave Draves (accordion) and Lynn Miles (vocals).
www.melwoodcutlery.ca
Melwood Cutlery on YouTube
Melwood Cutlery on Bandcamp

Melwood Cutlery

*English to Follow
Après leur retour dans les SUO, les Gee-Gees sont prêtes pour une saison remplie d’action. Leur premier affrontement au terrain du pavillon Montpetit est prévu le 24 octobre, contre les Varsity Blues de Toronto. 
CALENDRIER 2025/2026 - MATCHS À DOMICILE DE L'ÉQUIPE DE VOLLEYBALL FÉMININ

Samedi 27 sept. c. UQTR @ 16h00 *MATCH D'EXHIBITION
Vendredi 24 oct. c. Toronto @ 19h00
Samedi 25 oct. c. Toronto @ 15h00
Vendredi 7 nov. c. RMC @ 19h00 - Match de fierté
Samedi 8 nov. c. RMC @ 15h00
Vendredi 28 nov. c. Waterloo @ 19h00
Samedi 29 nov. c. Waterloo @ 15h00
Vendredi 23 jan. c. Windsor @ 19h00
Samedi 24 jan. c. Windsor @ 15h00
Vendredi 13 fév. c. Queen's @ 19h00 - 'Digs for Diversity'
Samedi 14 fév. c. Queen's @ 15h00 

INFORMATION DE BILLETTERIE
*Les billets pour les matchs d'exhibition coûtent 5 $. Vous devez ajouter le billet à prix normal à votre panier. Au moment du paiement, une réduction sera appliquée, ce qui ramènera le coût de votre billet à 5 $. 

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After making their return to the OUA, the Gee-Gees are ready for an action-packed season. The first chance to see them on the court in Montpetit Hall is on Oct. 24th when they take on the Toronto Varsity Blues.  
2025/2026 WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL HOME SCHEDULE

Saturday, Sept. 27 vs. UQTR @ 4pm *EXHIBITION MATCH
Friday, Oct. 24 vs. Toronto @ 7pm
Saturday, Oct. 25 vs. Toronto @ 3pm
Friday, Nov. 7 vs. RMC @ 7pm - Pride Game
Saturday, Nov. 8 vs. RMC @ 3pm 
Friday, Nov. 28 vs. Waterloo @ 7pm 
Saturday, Nov. 29 vs. Waterloo @ 3pm
Friday, Jan. 23 vs. Windsor @ 7pm
Saturday, Jan 24 vs. Windsor @ 3pm
Friday, Feb. 13 vs. Queen's @ 7pm - Digs for Diversity 
Saturday, Feb 14 vs. Queen's @ 3pm 

TICKETING INFORMATION
*Exhibition game tickets are $5. You must add the regular priced ticket to your cart. At checkout, a discount will be applied bringing the cost of your ticket to $5. 


Gee-Gees Volleyball (F/W)

La saison dernière, les Gee-Gees ont soulevé la coupe Critelli, avant de remporter la médaille de bronze U SPORTS. Cette année, elles sont prêtes à remplir le gymnase du pavillon Montpetit et à montrer qu’elles font toujours partie de l’élite nationale. Achetez vos billets pour ne rien manquer de toute l’action des Gee-Gees!
CALENDRIER 2025/2026 - MATCHS À DOMICILE DE L'ÉQUIPE DE BASKETBALL FÉMININ

Samedi 20 sept. c. Laval @ 19h00 *Match d'exhibition @ $5 (La réduction sera appliquée au moment du paiement)
Vendredi 31 oct. c. Laurentian @ 18h00
Samedi 1 nov. c. Nipissing @ 18h00
Vendredi 14 nov. c. Waterloo @ 18h00 *Soirée drip
Samedi 15 nov. c. Laurier @ 15h00
Samedi 22 nov. c. Carleton @ 18h00 *Bataille Bytown - Évènement individuel sur showpass: https://www.showpass.com/gee-gees-womens-basketball-bataille-de-bytown-bytown-battle/
Vendredi 9 jan. c. Ontario Tech @ 18h00
Samedi 10 jan c. Queen's @ 18h00
Vendredi 16 jan. c. TMU @ 18h00
Samedi 17 jan. c. Toronto @ 15h00
Samedi 31 jan. c. Lakehead @ 18h00 *Hoops for Heritage
Samedi 7 fév. c. Brock @ 18h00

INFORMATION DE BILLETTERIE

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Last season, the Gee-Gees raised the Critelli Cup and brought home U SPORTS bronze. This year, they’re ready to pack Montpetit Hall and show why they’re still among the nation’s elite. Get your tickets and be there to witness every moment.
2025/2026 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL HOME SCHEDULE

Saturday, Sept. 20 vs. Laval @ 19h00 *Exhibition Game @ 5$ (Discount will be applied at checkout)
Friday, Oct. 31 vs. Laurentian @ 18h00
Saturday, Nov. 1 vs. Nipissing @ 18h00
Friday, Nov. 14 vs. Waterloo @ 18h00 *Drip Night
Saturday, Nov. 15 vs. Laurier @ 15h00
Saturday, Nov. 22 vs. Carleton @ 18h00 *Bytown Battle - Separate event on showpass: https://www.showpass.com/gee-gees-womens-basketball-bataille-de-bytown-bytown-battle/ 
Friday, Jan. 9 vs. Ontario Tech @ 18h00
Saturday, Jan. 10 vs. Queen's @ 18h00
Friday, Jan. 16 vs. TMU @ 18h00
Saturday, Jan. 17 vs. Toronto @ 15h00
Saturday, Jan. 31 vs. Lakehead @ 18h00 *Hoops for Heritage
Saturday, Feb. 7 vs. Brock @ 18h00


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Gee-Gees Basketball (F/W)

This six-week course explores the explosion of creativity in American and British popular music, starting with the birth of rock and roll through to the British Invasion. Styles to be discussed include rockabilly, Brill Building pop, surf rock, folk, and more. The social and historical context of this music – including a growing youth culture and changing race relations – will also be examined. From Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan, to the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, the music of the 1950s and early 1960s exerted a cultural influence that lives on to the present.
Keith McCuaig is a part-time professor at the University of Ottawa; has taught 40 courses through Carleton University’s now-defunct Lifelong Learning Program; and has presented at international musicology conferences. From performing and giving music lessons, to lecturing and working with community music programs, Keith’s life and passion is music.
Week 1 - January 5 This course will start with the pre-rock and roll period, including the socio-cultural context for the emergence of rock and roll, and some major figures (Big Joe Turner, Big Mama Thornton). The focus this week will be on early rock and roll, including DJ Alan Freed; Northern rockers Bill Haley and His Comets; and New Orleans artists like Little Richard and Fats Domino.
Week 2 - January 12Continuing in the early rock and roll period, we’ll look at the rockabilly scene in Memphis, Tennessee. Early rockabilly artists such as Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Wanda Jackson will be covered. The Chicago R&B scene will also be covered, including important early rock and roll figures Chuck Berry and Bo Diddley. 
Week 3 - January 19This week will be spent discussing the so-called “Transition Period,” 1958-1963. Some highlights include Brill Building Pop, Girl Groups, Phil Spector, Roy Orbison, the Everly Brothers, and Surf Rock (the Beach Boys, Dick Dale). 
Week 4 - January 26After finishing up the “Transition Period,” we’ll start on the folk section. We’ll look at the context for the folk revival of the 1950s and 1960s, and discuss artists like Woodie Guthrie, Peter, Paul and Mary, Bob Dylan and more.   
Week 5 - February 9 Continuing in the folk section, we’ll look at folk rock (the Byrds, Bob Dylan) and the singer-songwriter genre (Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen). We’ll also start on the British Invasion section. 
Week 6 - February 23The British Invasion will be covered, including the context for the emergence of UK acts in the US. Focus will be on the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, but other groups like the Who and the Kinks will also be covered.

The Story of Rock and Roll - 1951 to 1966

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Love, Lust & Loss: A Valentine's Day Spectacular
Prepare to be captivated by The Iron Cabaret's biggest and boldest show yet: Love, Lust & Loss. This Valentine's Day, we're bringing you an unforgettable night dedicated to the thrilling, heartbreaking, and seductive facets of love.
Get ready to be breathless as we showcase the best of Ottawa's aerial, dance, burlesque, and pole performers. Our talented cast will take you on an emotional journey, exploring the warmth of love, the sting of loss, and a generous dose of lust. This is our sexiest show ever, designed to dazzle and leave you wanting more.
Before the main event, explore our curated market featuring outstanding local vendors. Find the perfect gift for someone special or a treat for yourself, all while soaking in the pre-show excitement.
Join us for a night of breathtaking performances, incredible art, and a celebration of all things romantic, passionate, and poignant.
Schedule for the Evening


Naughty Night Market opens at 5pm 


Doors open to the Theater at 6:30pm


Shibari Pre-Show Starts at 7pm


Love, Lust & Loss Starts at 7:30pm




100 Rue Laurier

Love, Lust & Lost - Feb 7th, 2026

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Sound
Skeleton Key Theatre
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September 2022 – Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, died in Tehran while in the custody of the "morality” police after she was arrested for “improper hijab”. Days after her death, protesters flooded the streets chanting “Zan, Zendegi, Azadi.”
“Women, Life, Freedom.”
A week before Mahsa’s death, Ava Alavi moved to Canada from Iran.
As her friends in Iran joined in yelling “Zan, Zendegi, Azadi”, Ava was here, safe but stuck. Shouting "Women, Life, Freedom" from thousands of miles away, she needed to do something. So she created Sound, merging her personal experiences as a woman raised in Iran with the broader political and social struggles unfolding in her home country.
Sound carries the echoes of generations of women living under oppression, their moments of silence, survival, and defiance merging into one collective voice. It serves as proof that in a place designed to erase them, to exist is to rebel.
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Created by Ava Alavi
Performed by Ava Alavi, Laurence Gallant, Zar Mousavi
Directed by Caity Smyck and Ava Alavi
Stage Managed by Abigaile Gagnon
Costume Design by Vanessa Imeson
Video Design by Yasaman Moradi
Lighting Design by Mariana Gomez
Dramaturgy by Emily Pearlman
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14+ | Fog/Haze, References to Sexual Content,References to Sexual Violences, Flashing Lights & Projections, Verbal Descriptions of Violence & War
Duration: 60 mins
Accessible entries: Accessible entryways are located at 10 Daly Ave. and 67 Nicholas St. 

Arts Court Studio (3rd Floor)

Sound

While regularly drawing comparisons to Lucinda Williams and Gillian Welch, Lynne Hanson proudly bears her own title as “Canada’s own Queen of Americana.” Hanson’s distinctive voice and poetic lyrics set her apart and have earned her high praise for her gritty, blues and folk-influenced brand of Americana.Described as a contemporary fusion of mainstream hipness and retro musicality, Hanson’s live performances are driven by high-energy, roots guitar vibes. Her authentic connection with audiences is both entertaining and disarming. Known for her charm and humour on stage, Hanson’s spontaneity and honesty enchant audiences.If you love great songwriting and funny storytelling, you will love a Lynne Hanson concert.  Don't miss this show!

Lynne Hanson

That is Not a Toy 
Alan Shain and Madeleine Hall in collaboration with Theatre 4.669
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What happens when a sister brings her brother to his physiotherapy appointment? Who is in charge? What is with all this equipment? What is the point of physio anyway and who decides? The debut run of a new co-creation from Alan Shain, co-creator of the hit burlesque show Le Crip Bleu, and best known for his solo show about sex and the single wheelchair guy, Still Waiting for That Special Bus.
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Created by Alan Shain and Madeleine Hall in collaboration with Theatre 4.669
Performed by Alan Shain and Jenny Hazelton
Directed by John Turner
Production and Stage Managed by Jackie McCormick
Sound Design by Nick di Gaetano
Set and Props Design by Patrice Forbes
Production Support by Tina Goralski
Script Consulting by John Turner
Dramaturgy by Emily Pearlman
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PG | Audience Participation, Sounds of Eating
Duration: 60 mins 
Accessible entries: Accessible entryways are located at 10 Daly Ave. and 67 Nicholas St. 

That is Not a Toy

Ottawa, Canada's capital, where stunning architecture and a vibrant art scene await! Discover the city's 29 museums, explore beautiful parks, and take leisurely walks along tree-lined streets. Immerse yourself in the beauty of gardens and indulge in chic cafes, brunch spots, and lively farmers markets. Ottawa, is a city that will capture your heart.

Ottawa, la capitale du Canada, où une architecture époustouflante et une scène artistique vibrante vous attendent ! Découvrez les 29 musées de la ville, explorez de magnifiques parcs et faites des promenades tranquilles le long des rues bordées d'arbres. Plongez-vous dans la beauté des jardins et régalez-vous dans les cafés chics, les lieux de brunch et les animés marchés de fermiers. Ottawa est une ville qui capturera votre cœur.

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